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QCC SUCCESS Scholar Proves There’s No One Way To LearnLocal student Matthew Cronin is redefining success by turning personal obstacles into opportunities, thanks in part to the SUCCESS Scholars program at Quinsigamond Community College. Cronin is part of QCC’s SUCCESS Scholars program, a state-funded initiative that provides… Read More |
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Student of the Month: Tracey PowersTracey Powers is ready to learn. This mother of two is embracing QCC as an opportunity to expand her knowledge and grow her skill set, while inspiring an educational atmosphere for her next generation. After a difficult high school experience, Tracey’s focus wasn’t on… Read More |
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Bookstore Changes: Get InformedDid you know there is a new process for students to buy textbooks? QCC has partnered with eCampus.com to provide easy online ordering for textbooks and course materials. Students must now purchase all books and course materials online from eCampus.com. Orders are then shipped, for… Read More |
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From the Desk of President PedrajaAs I wrote in my recent Telegram and Gazette column, August is a time when the slower pace of the summer months gives way to the transformation of the fall academic year. This is a time when I reflect on the upcoming semester and consider how I can contribute to building a stronger college… Read More |
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National Commission Recognizes Respiratory Care Program for Student AchievementQCC’s Respiratory Care program recently received the Distinguished RRT (Registered Respiratory Therapist) Credentialing Success Award from the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care (CoARC). This is the third time QCC has received this award. |
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Pay It Forward: Become a Student MentorQCC students come to us with dreams, determination, and a wide range of backgrounds that enrich our entire campus community. Many are first-generation college students navigating unfamiliar territory, working parents balancing multiple responsibilities or career changers pursuing new… Read More |
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MAIPSE Program Bringing Access to Higher EdQCC’s Massachusetts Inclusive Postsecondary Education (MAIPSE) program is bringing increased access to higher education for adults with significant disabilities. Part of Student Accessibility Services (SAS), the state-funded MAIPSE program serves high school students aged 18-22 with severe… Read More |
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Get to Know The Center for Academic Excellence!The Center for Academic Excellence (CAE) is living up to its name through excellent programs and services that drive student success by training faculty and staff towards the future of technology and supporting students in their academic technology needs. With a broad scope of… Read More |
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QCC Welcomes New StaffQCC is pleased to announce the following full-time staff update: On July 7, 2025, Institutional Advancement welcomed Suzanne Graham Anderson as Assistant Director of Alumni, Donor & Foundation Engagement. Suzanne is also an alumna of QCC and a member of the QCC… Read More |
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In the NewsJuly 2025 |
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Early College Empowering Young Students for the FutureIn a time when the value of higher education is being questioned, Early College Worcester (ECW), a collaboration between Quinsigamond Community College, Worcester State University and Worcester Public Schools, is transforming how students make decisions about college and transitioning from a… Read More |
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From the Desk of President PedrajaAs the summer kicks in and we begin to prepare for another academic year, I want to share some highlights of my work these last few months, to give you an idea of what goes on behind the scenes to champion our college and all of you. As you all know, accreditation is vital in higher… Read More |
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Student of the Month: Sara LordSara Lord is the embodiment of perseverance. This theater major knows that when times get tough, you lean into your support systems and get back on stage. Not only does Sara get back on stage, but she brings others with her. Involved in school productions since 5th… Read More |
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SAS Member Wins National AwardAssociate Director of Student Accessibility Services & Assistive Technology Terri Rodriguez has won an award from the Association on Higher Education and Disability (AHEAD), a national organization for individuals committed to equity for persons with disabilities in higher… Read More |
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Education and Service: The Schmohl Family's QCC LegacyAt QCC, we often say that our students don’t just change their own lives, they change the lives of their families too. In the case of Pat Schmohl, dean of the School of Healthcare, this is entirely true. For decades, the Schmohl family has humbly and consistently turned to… Read More |
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Scholar in Residence Reflects on Supporting Multilingual LearnersProfessor of Sociology Dr. Teresa Varriale Gonzalez just finished a busy year as the 2024/2025 Scholar in Residence, but the work will continue. Varriale Gonzalez, who is also an English instructor at the Adult Community Learning Center, is making significant strides in… Read More |
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Get to Know Student Accessibility Services!In an ever-changing world, Student Accessibility Services (SAS) is here to ensure that as QCC moves forward, it incorporates and includes all abilities. In addition to providing students with accommodations and offering services such as sign language interpretation, SAS looks at… Read More |
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STEM Students of the SemesterSTEM Deans Benjamin Benton (School of Mathematics, Science & Engineering) and Brady Hammond (Acting Dean of Computing & Applied Technologies) announced the names of 40 individual STEM students whose efforts and achievements were recognized for Spring… Read More |
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Wyvern Sports CornerCelebrating the 24/25 Athletic Season Each year, QCC Athletics holds a ceremony to celebrate all the hard work that goes into the college's sports programs. Being a student-athlete is no easy task. QCC's athletes balance full-time coursework, jobs, families, friendships—… Read More |
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In the NewsJune 2025 |
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QCC Welcomes New StaffQCC is pleased to announce the following employee updates for May, June and July! The School of Math, Science, and Engineering welcomes the following new employee as part of Academic Affairs: Ubani Ogbonnaya - Dean, School of Math, Science, and… Read More |
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Spirits High at QCC's 60th Commencement CeremonyDespite a cold rain and strong winds during Quinsigamond Community College’s 60th commencement ceremony, over 1,200 students were awarded degrees and certificates at the DCU Center in Worcester on May 22, to the sound of loved ones cheering and clapping. The keynote speaker was Massachusetts… Read More |
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From QCC to Around the Globe: One Alum's Journey of Saying YesDr. Sandra J. Laney came to Quinsigamond Community College with a passion for learning, but an unclear path and no knowledge of what college even was. Today, Laney is a widely recognized expert in global health science whose work has taken her to 52 different countries worldwide… Read More |
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Students Use Their Voices to Advocate for Higher Ed Funding in DCLast month, QCC students Alyssa Corazzini, Isabella Corazzini, and Vijay Kesavan and Special Assistant to the President for Engagement & Initiatives Jess Ahrens Montecalvo, went to Washington, DC to advocate for higher… Read More |
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Fab Lab Opens Door to Collaborative LearningQCC's Fab Lab has become a hub of innovation, learning, and collaboration. Open Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., this state-of-the-art facility welcomes anyone with an idea and a desire to create. The lab isn't simply about access to advanced technology, it's about fostering a… Read More |