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Human Services Club Organizes Large Donation for Southbridge Elementary StudentsThe Human Services Club spent last semester coming up with donations for elementary school children in Southbridge. The items of focus included jackets, hats, gloves, boots, hygiene supplies and Christmas toys for those most in need. "The students behind the leadership of… Read More |
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QCC Hosts 38th MLK BreakfastFor the 38th year, QCC hosted the annual Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Breakfast. Hundreds of people came from the community, including nonprofit organizations, colleges, high school, and city departments such as the Worcester Police Department and Worcester Fire Department to… Read More |
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Staff and Faculty Wellness OpportunityAre you feeling stressed? QCC can help! Join the Positivity and Relaxation Training (PART). This free program helps you develop a self-care routine to manage stress, improve your outlook, promote health & happiness, and enhance your quality of life. This 9-week event begins… Read More |
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Students Present Research at Honors ColloquiumAs part of the Commonwealth Honors program at QCC, students are required to participate in an Honors Colloquium, which gives them an opportunity to dive into the world of academic research and critical thinking. Over the last six years, Professor of English … Read More |
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QCC Safety CornerAs we enter into the Spring 2023 Semester, the Safety Committee is continuing to meet weekly to address any safety concerns of the college. To date the following safety initiatives have been implemented: The Red Emergency Guides have been updated and reprinted to include specific… Read More |
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QCC's First Holiday Craft FairQCC held an inaugural Craft Fair and Holiday Expo on December 9, 2022. Students, staff, faculty and alumni showed off their amazing crafts and wares to a large crowd from the community. Vendors sold a wide variety of items including jewelry, clothing, plants, and art. Director of Community… Read More |
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Psi Beta National Honor Society for Psychology Inducts New StudentsIn December 2022, the Psi Beta Honor Society inducted eight new students. Psi Beta is a national honor society in psychology for community colleges. Psi Beta’s mission is to encourage professional development and psychological literacy of all students at two-year colleges through promotion and… Read More |
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STEM Students of the SemesterIn 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 |
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Wyvern Sports CornerFree YogaThe start of the new year is a perfect time to try yoga (or get back in the habit)! Classes take place in the Athletic Center on Tuesdays at 12:00 p.m. and Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. Classes are free for all students, staff and faculty - all levels welcome! For more… Read More |
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Keep the Holiday Spirit GoingIf you're missing the excitement of the holidays, take a minute to relive them through pictures of the Holiday Luncheon on December 15, 2022, and the Institutional Communications Open House on December 14, 2022. It was a great way to end 2022! |
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In the NewsDecember, 2022
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QCC Welcomes New StaffOn December 12, 2022 : Academic Affairs welcomed Michelle Brennan as Parenting Student Navigator. Michelle brings to this position several years of experience. Most recently, she worked as Assistant Director of United Way Youth Venture at Mount Wachusett Community… Read More |
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QCC Holds Inaugural Apprenticeship ConferenceIn honor of National Apprenticeship Week, Quinsigamond Community College gathered innovators in the field of apprenticeships, as well as industry professionals for its inaugural Apprenticeship Conference, “When Old Is New Again: Expanding Apprenticeships in Massachusetts,” on Wednesday, November… Read More |
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QCC Safety CornerThis is the inaugural edition of QCC’s Campus Safety Corner. Each month we will update the community regarding important safety issues and reminders to keep our college community informed. Beginning in October a Safety Committee was formed that meets weekly to address any safety concerns… Read More |
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Area DEI Leaders Gather at QCC for Equity WorkshopOn Friday, November 18, higher education leaders in the field of diversity, equity and inclusion gathered at QCC to speak at a workshop as part of QCC's Academic Affairs monthly onboarding series. The panel consisted of Clark University Vice President for Government & Community… Read More |
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Wampanoag Member Annawon Weeden Shares Thanksgiving History with QCCOn November 29, a member of the Wampanoag tribal community, Annawon Weeden, gave an engaging presentation on the history of Thanksgiving, as well as his perspective on indigenous identity. Weeden was raised in Rhode Island, later settling down in Mashpee, MA,… Read More |
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Food for the Poor Program at St. John’s Becomes Classroom for QCC Occupational Therapy StudentsAt Quinsigamond Community College, educating students transcends the traditional classroom setting for second-year students in the college’s Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program. On Wednesday, December 7, 2022, OTA students took part in hands-on learning with members of Worcester’s… Read More |
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Deans Announce Fall STEM Students of the SemesterSTEM Deans Betty Lauer (School of Business, Engineering & Technology) and Ben Benton (School of Mathematics and Science) have announced a new program designed to recognize the efforts and achievements of QCC STEM students. Through the “STEM Students of the… Read More |
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I Stand with Immigrants WorkshopsOn November 2, 2022, QCC recognized “I Stand with Immigrants Day of Action” alongside many other colleges and universities. This annual day of action, which is part of the I Am An Immigrant campaign (iamanimmigrant.com), celebrates immigrants' heritage and contributions to the nation. In… Read More |
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Holiday Spirit at QCC'Tis the season for decorating, baking, and giving with your friends, family, and co-workers!
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QCC's HRM Program Holds a Farm-to-Table LuncheonQCC's Hospitality and Restaurant Management program hosted a fabulous farm-to-table luncheon on Friday, November 4 at the Worcester Senior Center in celebration of a successful season of collaborative community gardening. QCC's HRM program has been teaming up with the Regional… Read More |
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Student Life HappeningsInaugural Multicultural Holiday CelebrationJoin Student Life & Leadership and the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in a celebration of holiday festivities from around the world. Members of the QCC community will be sharing various cultural holiday. If you are interested in… Read More |
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Wyvern Sports CornerMen's BasketballThis year's Men's Basketball team is tough and tenacious. They are currently 6-4, with the losses being highly competitive and many close games. Make a point of stopping by to cheer on the Wyverns to thier next victory!
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QCC Enrollment Counselor Captures Images of Lunar EclipseEnrollment Counselor Brandon Won spent the early morning of November 8 photographing the total lunar eclipse using his cell phone and a telescope from QCC's library. Brandon was kind enough to share his photos with the Wyvern Guardian. The… Read More |
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Geese Have a Honking Good Time Each Year at QCCYou may have noticed a new sign at the front entrance to the West Boylston Street campus. Students, faculty and staff aren't the only ones walking around campus! In the fall, hundreds of students flock to Quinsigamond Community College’s main campus to begin another semester of… Read More |