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November 2023Hispanic Heritage Month with Mariana AtencioQCC concluded Hispanic Heritage Month with an incredible day of inspiration and connection centered around an inspiring keynote presentation by journalist, author and motivational speaker Mariana Atencio. "Representation matters," said QCC President Dr. Luis Pedraja in his welcoming remarks. "I want to help all minoritized populations so that everyone feels like... More... | |
November 2023Staff Development Conference Reveals the Truth About Work-Life BalanceOctober's Staff Development Conference kicked off with Maria Milagros (Vazquez), an award winning keynote speaker, author, two-time TEDx speaker, storyteller, personal growth expert and empowerment life coach. Milagros gave an energizing presentation that focused on her belief about work-life balance: it doesn't exist. "The thing about a full-time... More... | |
November 2023QCC Alum Named Outstanding Woman in Business by Worcester Business JournalHard work and a community focus have been paying off for QCC Alum Jennifer Hernandez, who was recently named one of Worcester Business Journal’s Outstanding Women in Business and Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce's Leadership Worcester Class of 2024. Hernandez runs GEM Marketing Solutions in Worcester and focuses on helping local businesses become the best... More... | |
November 2023Disability Awareness Month Brings QCC Alum Back to CampusIn celebration of October's Disability Awareness Month, Student Accessibility Services and the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, hosted QCC alum and motivational speaker Jorge Sierra. Sierra was shot in a gang-related incident in 1997, which left him paralyzed and in a wheelchair at the age of 17. Initially, he was devastated, but as he told the crowd at QCC, it showed him that... More... | |
November 2023Children's School Students Get DEI Days with Kevin LovaincyOn Monday, Executive Director of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Kevin Lovaincy paid a special visit to the The Children’s School: Early Childhood Education Lab School to read and discuss a book called "Be You!" by Peter H. Reynolds. The children got to see vibrant illustrations and hear inspirational messages about growing into a unique person such as, ... More... | |
November 2023Student Government Sworn In for 2023-2024 Academic YearOn Wednesday, October 25, 2023 the 2023-2024 Student Government Association (SGA) was officially sworn in. The new association consists of:
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November 2023QCC Police Department Awarded State Recognized AccreditationIn early October, the Quinsigamond Community College Campus Police Department was once again awarded state accreditation from the Massachusetts Police Accreditation Commission (MPAC). “This is an honor not only for our department, but also for the college,” said QCC Chief of Police Kevin Ritacco. “Accreditation assures the college community that the Police Department is... More... | |
November 2023QCC Presents First Community Impact Award to Kumasi Soccer ClubOn October 12, 2023, Quinsigamond Community College presented its first Community Impact Award to Kwame Appiah and his family members for their work and founding of the Kumasi FC Soccer Club. The Kumasi FC Soccer Club has been serving the Greater Worcester community since 2010 and offers a variety of soccer workshops to children ranging from toddlers (age 2) to 15-year-olds. The Community Impact Award was... More... | |
November 2023Safety CornerValuable FBI-LEEDA Training Helps Advance Safety Communications As QCC continues to advance and fortify its safety protocols and procedures, understanding the importance of delivering timely, appropriate and accurate information, particularly during crisis situations, is a vital part of safety communications. Last month Deputy Chief Stephen DiGiovanni and Karen Hutner... More... | |
November 2023Transfer and Tech FairOn Halloween, QCC hosted an epic transfer and technology fair. Students were able to visit with over 60 colleges and universities to learn about higher education options after QCC. Some of the institutions, including QCC, also showed off their latest technology projects. Worcester Polytechnic Institute let attendees try out a special head cap that measures brain activity. When wearing the... More... | |
November 2023Transfer Services Goes International with Exchange ProgramQCC had the privilege of hosting a cultural job exchange through the Netherlands Professional & Cultural Exchange Program thanks to Coordinator of Transfer/Articulation Beth Fullerton. Fullerton and Nicole Wijkamp, a career and student support counselor at Rijn Ijssel in the Netherlands, were matched through the program, which began with Wijkamp's visit to QCC. For two weeks, Wijkamp... More... | |
November 2023STEM Spectacle Shows Students Ins and Outs of Industry CareersStudents got a hands-on feel for careers in STEM on October 18 at the STEM Spectacle, sponsored by the Center for Career & Transfer Services and the STEM Starter Academy. Representatives from several dynamic companies were in attendance to tell students what it's like to work in their industries, what day-to-day responsibilities are like and the benefits that come with employment. Companies... More... | |
November 2023Wyvern Sports CornerSpinSpin your way into a healthier tomorrow with Spin classes that begin again in the Athletic Center on Wednesday, November 8 from 12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m. with Instructor Amy Booth in the Athletic Center. YogaRelax and restore yourself on Tuesdays 12:00 p.m., Wednesdays 1:00 p.m. in the Athletic... More... | |
November 2023QCC Welcomes New StaffOn October 23, QCC welcomed Dawn Davis - Administrative Secretary I- Office of Institutional Communications- External Affairs. Dawn brings several years of experience. Most recently, she was an Insights Recruiting Coordinator for Dynatrace. On October 23, QCC welcomed Michelle Dugan -Teacher/ Early Childhood Education Lab School-Academic... More... | |
November 2023In the NewsOctober, 2023
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October 2023Celebrating Hispanic Heritage MonthFrom September 15 to October 15, we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, which honors the cultures and contributions of Hispanic and Latin American communities. In recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month, on Thursday, October 19 the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion will host an event with keynote speaker Mariana Atencio and a panel discussion with area Latine leaders. Mariana... More... | |
October 2023Future Focus Program Receives $675K in Transition to College FundingQuinsigamond Community College was awarded $675,000 in Transition to College funding from the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE). The funding covers a three-year period and will go towards QCC’s Future Focus program, which supports adult learners from adult basic education programs. “This funding is so phenomenal,” said the Coordinator of the Future Focus... More... | |
October 2023Sankofa Series Starts Semester by Tackling Racial Discourse in Social MediaWhat language has to be used to be considered hate speech on social media? Are there "bad" and "good" expressions of racism? These are some of the questions that were posed in Dr. Felipe Agudelo's presentation Social Media and the Construction of Racial Discourse as part of QCC's Sankofa Lecture Series, sponsored by the Diversity Caucus. Agudelo, ... More... | |
October 2023Dean of Institutional Research and Planning Travels to India on Fulbright ScholarshipIn March of 2023, Dean of Institutional Research Planning Ingrid Skadberg represented QCC on a Fulbright scholarship that took her halfway across the world to India. The Fulbright Scholarship program, started in 1945 to establish goodwill through the exchange of students, is the largest educational scholarship program in the world. Additionally, India has one of the largest... More... | |
October 2023Scholar in Residence Brings Sam Fuller Film Series to QCCThis year's scholar-in-residence, Professor of English Mark Bates, is bringing film front and center with a series focused on director and screenwriter Samuel Fuller. The series will run throughout the 2023/2024 academic year and include a selection of films produced, written and directed by the Worcester-raised filmmaker. Fuller's work, which spans six decades, is an... More... | |
October 2023Share Your Knowledge at the Staff Development ConferenceIn today's rapidly changing world, professional development for higher education professionals is more important than ever before. In an effort to foster professional growth and knowledge sharing within our community, the Staff Development Committee has announced an upcoming Staff Development Conference on Friday, October 27. The Staff Development Committee wants to bring... More... | |
October 2023Director of Community Engagement Receives BIPOC Community Leader AwardDirector of Community Engagement Sean Harris recently received the BIPOC Community Leader Award at the Diverse Professional Roundtable - Recognition and Networking Event. The BIPOC Community Leader Award recognizes Central Massachusetts business and community leaders who have successfully demonstrated leadership qualities with distinction in their careers or commitment to support the... More... | |
October 2023STEM Week EventsGet ready for STEM Week, an annual event in which Massachusetts highlights the importance of STEM education and promotes awareness of STEM to people of all backgrounds. QCC will be participating in several engaging events this year.
Autumn STEM Spectacle - Wednesday, October 18, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. - Quad This event will highlight STEM manufacturing... More... | |
October 2023Student Life HappeningsDowntown Halloween Bingo Thursday, October 26, 2023 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Room 104D Halloween Spooktacular (Bingo, Crafts, Costume Contest, Psychic Readers, Campus Trick-or-Treating, and more) Tuesday, October 31, 2023 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Harrington Learning Center Rooms 109 A&B ... More... | |
October 2023QCC Faculty & Staff Book SwapDo you like free books? Or want to give your books a new home? Drop off gently used books or take some home with you during QCC Staff and Faculty Book Swap, sponsored by the Center for Academic Excellence Events Planning Committee. The book swap will take place from Tuesday, October 10 - Friday, October 13 in 111 ALF. Acceptable items include novels, short story collections,... More... | |
October 2023Professor of History Becomes a Trivia QuestionIf you receive the Worcester Historical Museum's newsletter, you may have seen Professor of History/Political Science Lisa Connelly Cook was the answer to a recent trivia question! The question was, "In 1995 she was taking women's history classes at Clark University and she had a question, 'This sounds like it might have been important. How come I never ... More... | |
October 2023Health and Wellness UpdateAs we head into colder weather, don't forget to prioritize your health. Free COVID-19 tests are available at the Covid.gov website. Each household is eligible to receive up to four tests. As a reminder, QCC's health guidelines can be found at www.qcc.edu/services/health-wellness.... More... | |
October 2023Career and Transfer Services EventsMake sure your students know about all the exciting activities for transfer options and employment opportunities. Wednesday, October 11
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October 2023Safety CornerWe are pleased to announce that Step One of the Active Threat/Run, Fight, Hide program is well underway with many in the college community who have already participated. Those who have not been able to attend the Step One training are still able to do so. The Step One program features a PowerPoint introduction to the Active Threat/Run, Fight, Hide program to begin building more awareness. This training is... More... | |
October 2023QCC Community Shows up for Blood DriveThe QCC Community went above and beyond for last month's blood drive to support the Rhode Island Blood Center. After the center recently announced a blood shortage, Director of Health and Wellness Heather Lukas put together the blood drive to support the emergency need. "A huge thank you to our whole community from the Health and Wellness Team. We knew... More... |
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