March 2023
Safety Corner

QCC Safety Corner

Safety Training

Campus Resource Officer Nicholas Yacuzzi will be holding a new safety series for staff, faculty and students on Wednesdays from 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. in 120S. The first session was on general safety procedures related to QCC. At… Read More

Manager for Student Resources Bonnie Coleman, Food Pantry Staff Julia Rooney, Food Pantry Staff Cheryl Marrino and President Dr. Luis Pedraja

HomePlate Food Pantry & Resource Gets a Transportation Upgrade

Last December, the HomePlate Food Pantry & Resource Center purchased a refrigerated truck in order to increase its ability to provide access to fresh food. The van was purchased with funds from the Greater Worcester Community Foundation.

This month the van got some fresh… Read More

Honors and Awards Save the Date

Nominate a Student for Honors & Awards

Nominations for Honors & Awards are now open! Celebrate those students who go above and beyond in academics or co-curricular activities by filling out a nomination. Students should be graduating in May of 2023. Please review award descriptions prior to completing nominations.… Read More

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Upcoming Events

Fab Lab Training - Tuesday, March 14, 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, March 15, 2:00 p.m. | Fab Lab

Faculty, staff and students are welcome to join one or all of several sessions to receive instruction and safety training on Fab Lab activities. March 14 will utilize the vinyl… Read More

QCC'sState of Mind radio show will celebrate Women's History Month

QCC on the Air

Starting this month, QCC will be airing a monthly radio program called State of Mind on Unity Radio WUTY 97.9 FM. The program will feature rotating faculty, staff, and students who will discuss issues around higher education, community college and our QCC community. This is a great… Read More

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Student Life Happenings

Trivia Night with the Wise Guys

Friday, March 24, 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. | HLC 109A&B

Test your knowledge at this PTK Scholarship fundraiser. There will be raffles, pizza and prizes too! Open to students, staff and faculty. Sign up in the PTK Office (349A) or… Read More

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In the News

February, 2023

February 2023
Dr. Pedraja speaks with student panelists Hannah Rosenkrantz and Doretta Stoler.

Students Keep it Real at All College Day

The first All College Day of 2023 was held on January 10 and opened with an inspiring speech by QCC President Dr. Luis Pedraja. Dr. Pedraja spoke about some of QCC's recent successes, current challenges and what he envisions for the college moving forward.

"… Read More

How to Become a Social Change Catalyst - with Dr. Luis G. Pedraja

QCC President Appears on Ed Up Podcast

How do student activities affect retention? What role does workforce development play in higher education? How has the role of community colleges evolved? QCC President Dr. Luis Pedraja was recently asked these questions and more as the guest star on… Read More

MBI Grant

QCC Receives Diversity and Workforce STEM Grants from MBI

Massachusetts Biomedical Initiatives (MBI), the longest-running life sciences incubator in the Commonwealth, announced today that Quinsigamond Community College (QCC) received a 2022 Workforce Challenge Grant and a 2022 Increasing Diversity in STEM Challenge Grant. MBI’s Challenge Grants help… Read More

2023 QCC Men's Baseball team

Wyvern Sports Corner

Men's Baseball

The men's baseball team has had a great 2023 season and is currently in 4th place in the region with nine wins and six losses.

"This year’s team has been a fun group to coach so far. The team’s success to this point is due to the leadership from… Read More

Professor of Integrated Science & Physics Dr. Andria Schwortz

Faculty Member Recognized for Research

Professor of Integrated Science & Physics Dr. Andria Schwortz has been on a roll of recognition for her scientific expertise, from articles, textbooks and podcasts.

Dr. Schwortz is active on Twitter, posting about topics such as science, social… Read More

PTK Students

PTK Students Pitch In During Cafeteria Closure

When QCC's cafeteria had to close recently due to unforeseen circumstances, Phi Theta Kappa stepped in to make sure students didn't go hungry. Volunteers set up a lunch station in the Administration cafeteria to hand out free sandwiches, fruit and beverages to anyone that needed it.… Read More

QCC's Center for Workforce Development and Continuing Education

Center for Workforce Development to Host Grant Info Session for Employers

As an employer, investing in the training and development of employees is essential. QCC’s Center for Workforce Development & Continuing Education’s training programs offer a cost-effective solution for employers to upskill and reskill their employees to meet the demands of an ever-… Read More

Daniel Edmonds and Darnell Thomas

Wyvern Sports Corner

Congratulations to the Men's Basketball team who had an amazing victory over UConn Avery Point last Thursday night at QCC. They took home the win with an over 30-point lead. And a huge thanks to everyone who came out to support the team. 

Let's end the season strong by … Read More

First Year Programming's Resource Locker

The Resource Locker Needs Office Supplies for Students

When was the last time you cleaned out your desk? If you have extra pens, pencils, binders, post-its, markers, folders, highlighters or other desk/school supplies, consider donating them to First Year Programming's new “Resource Locker." The Resource Locker is designed for students who… Read More

STEM Student Recognition

STEM Students of the Semester

In December 2022, Dean of the School of Business, Engineering, and Technology Betty Lauer and Dean of the School of Math and Science Ben Benton announced that 23 QCC students were recognized as STEM Students of the Fall… Read More

Rediscovering an American Community of Color photo exhibit

Upcoming Events

Faculty & Staff Book Swap - February 21 - February 24, 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. | 107 ALF 

Drop off gently used books (novels, short stories, poetry, nonfiction, graphic novels, etc.) and/or take some home! Textbooks, magazines, newspapers and journals cannot be… Read More

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Student Life Happenings

Speak Your Mind Poetry Jam - Thursday, February 23, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. | Virtual via Zoom

Students will be reading their own poetry or from other poets, lyrics, passages to share with others in the space.  It is a freedom of speech and sponsored by the Black… Read More

Safety Corner

QCC Safety Corner

Winter Driving Tips

Quinsigamond Community College considers your safety when commuting especially during the winter months. The winter weather can be unpredictable in Massachusetts and if the college is not closed due to inclement weather and you have to drive to campus,… Read More

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In the News

January, 2023

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QCC Welcomes New Staff

On January 18, 2023, Academic Affairs welcomed Gabe Santner as Project Director - TRIO Student Support Services Program. Gabe brings several years of experience. Most recently, he was Director of Mentoring and Perkins here at QCC. Gabe earned a Bachelor… Read More

January 2023
From left: Senior Deputy Commissioner for Access & Student Financial Assistance Clantha McCurdy, Department of Higher Education Commissioner Noe Ortega, Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito, Interim Chair of QCC Board of Trustees Alex Zequeira and QCC VP of Academic Affairs Dr. James Keane

Quinsigamond Community College and Worcester State University Awarded $1.6M in Nursing Workforce Grants From State

Quinsigamond Community College and Worcester State University have been awarded grants totaling $1.6 million from the Baker-Polito Administration to strengthen the region’s nursing talent pipeline and improve career pathways for the nursing profession.

The grants will enable the… Read More

From left: QCC Foundation President Matthew E. Wally, vice president of Government & Community Affairs, UniBank; Unibank CEO Michael W. Welch; QCC President Luis G. Pedraja, Student Resources Manager Bonnie Coleman and Dean of Students Theresa Vecchio.

HomePlate Food Pantry & Resource Center Receives Two Donations

The HomePlate Food Pantry & Resource Center ended the year on a high note when it received two generous donations in December of 2022. UniBank donated $2,000, which will be used for personal hygiene items and diapers, which are always in high demand. The Hanover Insurance also… Read More

QCC student and Summit Campus resident Lauren Young

QCC Partnership with Summit Offers Housing and More for Neurodivergent Students

Like many freshmen, when Lauren Young enrolled at QCC she wasn’t sure about her professional goals but knew she wanted to start her higher education journey. Lauren is a resident at Summit Campus, a residential community for local college students with autism and other related… Read More