October 2024
All College Day 2024

All College Day Brings Higher Ed Commissioner to QCC

All College Day 2024 was one for the books. With historic enrollment, a look at the future of higher education and reconnecting with colleagues in the newly renovated Hebert Auditorium, September 3rd was an energizing and enlightening day for the QCC community.

QCC President Dr.… Read More

QCC was awarded $239K for its re-entry culinary program

Re-entry Workforce Development Program Awarded $239K

Quinsigamond Community College was recently awarded a $239,216 Re-entry Workforce Development Demonstration grant from the Healey-Driscoll Administration and administered by the Commonwealth Corporation, a quasi-public agency within the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development. The… Read More

A volunteer from Third Act Massachusetts helps a QCC student register to phone with their phone.

QCC Votes: Registration Initiative Engages Community

Quinsigamond Community College held a voter registration drive, QCC Votes, on National Voter Registration Day, Tuesday, September 17. The nonpartisan event registered close to 100 people and included informational workshops to increase awareness of the voting process.

“We want to… Read More

QCC student Ashley Lester sang the national anthem at the 2024 commencement ceremony.

Student of the Month: Ashley Lester

If you happen to run into a campus tour at QCC, you might hear the melodic voice of Ashley Lester, a student ambassador and singer of the national anthem at QCC’s 2024 commencement ceremony. This Jamaican-born Criminal Justice major exemplifies the spirit of QCC with her… Read More

QCC President Dr. Luis Pedraja speaking at the TRIO Breakfast

First Gen Students Gain Insights From QCC Staff at TRIO Breakfast

TRIO Student Support Services held a breakfast last month where staff members and students came together to share their experiences and offer valuable advice for first-generation college students, a phrase used to describe those who don't have an immediate family member who attended college. As… Read More

Director of Outreach and Recruitment Kate Stano

Get to Know Admissions!

We recently caught up with Director of Outreach and Recruitment Kate Stano for an inside look at QCC’s Admissions department. This energetic group gets to share the best of QCC with our community while helping folks decide what direction to take their learning in order to… Read More

Navigate360 is QCC's new student success platform.

New Navigate Software Improves Student Success Tracking

In an exciting move to enhance student support and success, QCC has recently implemented the Navigate360 student success platform. This powerful tool is already making a significant impact on our campus, providing faculty, advisors and students with a hub for communication, scheduling, early… Read More

New QCC Foundation President Jorgo Gushi

QCC Foundation Elects Alum as New President

The Quinsigamond Community College Foundation has elected its new president, Jorgo Gushi, QCC alum and technical account manager at MathWorks, a global company specializing in technical computing software for engineers and scientists. Gushi’s nomination was approved by unanimous… Read More

Hebert Auditorium

Campus Upgrades: QCC Improves Accessibility and Design

If you missed it at All College Day, the Hebert Auditorium is once again open to the public after construction was completed last month. The beloved auditorium and its surrounding areas have undergone extensive renovations, bringing improved accessibility and enhanced facilities for QCC's… Read More

IT Project Manager Angel Jackson welcomed the crowd at the J1 Kickoff Meeting

QCC Begins Transition to J1, the New Student Information System

QCC has begun the exciting process of implementing Jenzabar One, a Student Information System (SIS). Having this new system will ensure that data is current and accurate across all areas of the college, making processes and communication more efficient and easier for students, faculty and staff… Read More

QCC's Dental Hygiene Clinic offers free or discounted dental care.

Dental Hygiene Clinic Offers Free or Discounted Care

Quinsigamond Community College’s Dental Hygiene Clinic is continuing to offer free preventative dental services to anyone aged 55 or older, as well as active military members and veterans. The clinic, located at QCC’s West Boylston Street campus, offers dental assessments, teeth cleaning, x-rays… Read More

A postcard of what QCC's campus used to look like when it was Assumption Preparatory School.

Postcards from the Past: Campus Before QCC

A postcard estimated to be from around 1950, gives a glimpse into the past of what QCC's campus used to look like. The card, found by Carpenter II Erik Golden, was a view of the campus of Assumption Preparatory School, the institution that was housed in what is now QCC's… Read More

QCC Safety Corner

Safety Corner

Step One and Step Two of the Active Threat/Run, Hide, Fight Training program has begun and will be running Tuesdays and Thursdays through December 19, 2024.

Step One features a PowerPoint introduction to the Active Threat/Run, Hide, Fight program to begin building more awareness. This… Read More

Arop Majak takes on York County Community College

Wyvern Sports Corner

Student Athletics

Men’s Soccer and Women’s Volleyball have been off to a great start this fall. Check out a home or away game to show your school spirit! For the current schedule of games, go to QCC.edu/athletics.


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QCC Welcomes New Staff

In the month of August 2024, QCC welcomed the following:

Kristin Balutis -Academic Advisor (Academic Counselor-Grade 5) - Academic Affairs. Kristin holds several years of experience. Most recently, she was a part-time Academic Advisor at QCC. Kristin holds a bachelor'… Read More

September 2024
Dr. Luis Pedraja was chosen for the New England Board of Higher Education

QCC President Named to New England Board of Higher Education

President of Quinsigamond Community College Luis G. Pedraja, Ph.D., was recently appointed as a delegate to the New England Board of Higher Education by Governor Maura Healey. This appointment recognizes Pedraja’s leadership in higher education and commitment to advancing… Read More

QCC's Fall Semester starts September 4, 2024

Welcome Back to QCC!

As August comes to a close, we're gearing up for an exciting start to the Fall 2024 semester at QCC! We're thrilled to welcome both new and returning students on Wednesday, September 4, for the first day of classes. Here's what you need to know to get into the spirit and ensure a smooth start… Read More

Professor English Mark Bates (left) and Professor of CSET Betty Lauer

Cinema and Cybersecurity: Professors Share Expertise with Local News Outlets

Professor of English Mark Bates and Professor of Computer Systems Engineering Technology Betty Lauer were recently featured in the news for their subject matter expertise. 

The Telegram & Gazette rounded up some of the area's most… Read More

The Phi Theta Kappa Greenhouse

Growing Spaces with the PTK Live and Learn Greenhouse Manager

For Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Live and Learn Greenhouse Manager Christian Bowlin, working with plants is like an extension of his Mathematics degree.

“Plants are very much an optimizing game. You have to control the factors and variables,” said Christian.

Optimizing is… Read More

Student Accessibility Services has implemented a new software for student accommodations

New Software Streamlines Student Accommodations

Student Accessibility Services (SAS) is excited to announce the rollout of AIM (Accessible Information Management), a new software that will streamline the management of student accommodations. SAS is extremely excited to work with faculty to ensure access for students with disabilities and… Read More

President Luis Pedraja gets a few pets in with Siggy

Pawsitively Presidential: Ice Cream Social Brings Campus Together

The recent "Pups & Pops with the President" event brought a delightful mix of furry friends and frosty treats to our campus. Students, faculty and staff had the opportunity to unwind and connect with President Pedraja during a beautiful afternoon on the Quad. 

Two community… Read More

QCC's Prayer and Meditation Space is available for students, faculty and staff

Prayer, Meditation & Reflection Room Offers Space for QCC Community

Have you seen QCC's Prayer, Meditation & Reflection Space? Located in room 102A in the Administration Building, this space offers a tranquil retreat for students, faculty and staff seeking a moment of quiet reflection or spiritual practice amidst their busy schedules. 

The space… Read More

Dental Clinic Operations and Facilities Manager Sheryl Ficorilli (right) shows off dental equipment to the children.

Summer of Exploration for the Children's School

Sponsored by The Children's School: Early Childhood Education Lab School and the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, our littlest learners got to experience two summer activities that highlighted how fun learning can be.

The Children's School buzzed with excitement for the first… Read More

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Safety Corner

An important part of keeping our campus safe is being prepared. This is why Campus Police offers the Run, Hide, Fight training for faculty and staff. The training will commence the week of September 10 and run until December 19, 2024.


Tuesdays:

10:30 a.m. - 11:30… Read More

QCC's campus will be buzzing with student activities this fall

Upcoming Student Events

Info Table  - Wednesday, September 4 and Thursday, September 5, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | Quad

Students can stop by the Info Table to get help during those first hectic days of classes as they learn the ropes of academic and campus culture at QCC.

Coffee… Read More