August 2022
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Judge Guzman Donates Portrait by Renowned Artist

If you attended the Quinsigabration Gala in May of this year, you would surely remember the stunning performance by inspirational artist Rob Surrette. Mr. Surrette is a speed painter and completed four large-scale portraits during the gala.

One of the paintings from… Read More

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Campus Connections

With so much going on at QCC, it's easy to feel lost in the shuffle. Because of this, President Pedraja wants to keep our community connected and will soon be rolling out a new feature called Campus Connections. This monthly video series will cover a range of… Read More

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Wyvern Sports Corner

New Women's Basketball Coach 

The QCC Wyverns Women's Basketball team has a new head coach, Andy Lynch. Coach Lynch has been involved with basketball since the mid-1980s, coaching at all age levels. He has served as a board member and coach for the Chelmsford… Read More

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QCC Welcomes New Staff

On July 1, 2022,  Academic Affairs welcomed Joanne Harrington as Clerk IV- Center for Workforce Development & Continuing Education. Joanne brings to this position several years of experience. Most recently, she worked as Clerk IV/Adult Basic Education Professional… Read More

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In the News

July, 2022

July 2022
Sec. of Labor and Workforce Development, Rosalin Acosta; QCC President Luis G. Pedraja, Ph.D.; and Lt. Governor Karyn Polito

QCC Receives $500,000 Biotechnology Grant

Quinsigamond Community College (QCC) was awarded $500,000 in state funding to train and help place over 70 participants into biotechnology jobs. Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito, along with Secretary of Labor and Workforce Development, Rosalin Acosta, visited QCC’s Healthcare and Workforce… Read More

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Award Winning Gateway to College Program Celebrates 10 Years of Success

Staff, faculty, and students gathered on Wednesday, June 22 to celebrate the 10-year anniversary of the Gateway to College program at Quinsigamond Community College (QCC). Gateway to College is an early college program that helps students who are experiencing barriers in obtaining a high school… Read More

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Police Academy Graduates First Class of Extended Program

Quinsigamond Community College’s (QCC) Police Academy made history recently when the first class of 12 officers graduated from the Academy’s new extended format program. The Academy’s new format runs courses during the evenings and on weekends. Graduates from the program are eligible for entry-… Read More

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Veteran Affairs Participates in Veterans Inc. Annual Stand Down

Veteran Affairs and Admissions represented QCC at the 17th Annual Stand Down event on June 17, 2022, which was hosted by Veterans Inc. Veterans Inc. is a national leader in homelessness prevention for veterans and is headquartered in Massachusetts.

The Stand Down event is a chance for… Read More

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Perseverance is Key for HiSET/GED Graduates

QCC held a graduation ceremony for students receiving their HiSET/GED on June 13, 2022 in the Hebert Auditorium, on QCC's main campus. Director of Testing Laura Tino led the event and noted how special it was to hold the ceremony in person for the first time since the… Read More

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Worcester Celebrates 300th Anniversary

Worcester celebrated its birthday in a big way this year and QCC joined in on the fun! Worcester, Massachusetts was established as a town on June 14, 1722, making this summer the 300th anniversary of New England's second biggest city. The city put on a three-day Tercentennial Weekend which… Read More

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QCC NISOD Recipients Accept Awards for Excellence

Eight members of Quinsigamond Community College were 2022 recipients of the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD) Excellence Awards. Recipients are nominated for demonstrating an outstanding commitment and contribution to QCC's students and colleagues. This year,… Read More

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Student Life Monthly Happenings

Summer Summit Days

Summer Summit Days are starting soon! This new initiative allows new incoming students to get some of the initial preparation for college out of the way, so they can focus on creating a sense of belonging during New Student Orientation in August.

Wednesday,… Read More

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Wyvern Sports Corner

Men's Baseball

The QCC Wyvern's Baseball team made it to the playoffs with only 10 players this season! They were led by Head Coach John McLaughlin and Assistant Coach Paul Goodwin.

In addition, three of the players received… Read More

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In the News

June, 2022

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QCC Welcomes New Staff

On June 13, 2022, Academic Affairs welcomed Engie Roufail as Administrative Secretary I- Academic Support Services. Engie brings to this position several years of experience. Most recently, she worked as Clerk III/Workforce Development & Continuing Education here… Read More

June 2022
A mother holding her son wait in the seats at commencement

FHFA Inspector General Espouses the Power of Higher Education at 57th Commencement Ceremony

Quinsigamond Community College’s keynote speaker Brian M. Tomney addressed the College’s 1,358 graduates at its 2022 Commencement ceremony, held at the DCU Center in Worcester on May 20, 2022. Mr. Tomney was nominated by President Joe Biden and confirmed by the U.S. Senate to serve as Inspector… Read More

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Commitment to Student Success Focus of Virtual Legislative Town Hall

Administrators, students and staff from Quinsigamond Community College (QCC) recently gathered with area legislators for the third virtual Legislative Town Hall, to showcase the innovative programs and community impact that QCC has provided to its students and the region. Moderated by Student… Read More

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Early College Worcester a Model for the State

Early College Worcester’s successful program has been gaining some national attention. On Wednesday, May 25, 2022, Congressman James McGovern, Deputy Secretary of Education Cindy Marten, Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Deputy Commissioner Dr. Regina Robinson, Quinsigamond… Read More

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QCC Alum Found Community College a Springboard for Public Service

Will Ramsdell started his higher education journey at Quinsigamond Community College and has been on an upward trajectory ever since. Mr. Ramsdell is currently the Deputy Legislative Director at the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security, part of the Executive Branch of… Read More

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Local Manufacturers Visit QCC Seeking Future Employees

Local leaders in CNC manufacturing visited QCC on Tuesday, April 26, and met with students to provide real world insight into employment in the manufacturing industry. Students in Computer-Aided Manufacturing, taught by Lee Duerden, associate professor and… Read More

Graduates at QCC's 2022 commencement ceremony.

Mortarboards Make the Moment

Creativity was in the air at QCC's 57th commencement ceremony held on May, 20 2022, at the DCU Center in Worcester. From flowers to jewels and photos to quotes, graduates pulled out at the stops to express themselves through their mortarboard caps.

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Student Opportunities This Summer

Summer Summit Days

Student Life is launching a Summer Summit Program for new students. This new initiative allows students to get some of the initial preparation for college out of the way, so they can focus on creating a sense of belonging during New Student Orientation in August.

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Phi Theta Kappa Students Inducted Into All-State Academic Team

Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) students Paula Mares Ribeiro, Christina Duggan and Shauna Connelly were inducted into the 2021-2022 All-State Academic Team at a virtual ceremony on Friday, April 29, 2022. The All-State Academic Team recognizes students… Read More

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QCC's Spring Production Brings Edgar Allan Poe to Life

The QCC Theatre Department presented Nightfall with Edgar Allan Poe as their Spring production on April 22 and 23 in the Hebert Auditorium. Nightfall was written by Eric Coble and envisions Poe convincing himself - and the audience - that he's not mad. The play adapts four… Read More