Newsletter | Quinsigamond

April 2026
	Career-Ready Students Thriving in Workforce at Harr Toyota Quinsigamond Community College students are proving once again that they are entering the workforce prepared, professional, and eager to excel. At Worcester’s Harr Toyota Service & Parts Department, recent graduate Mariam Abdelwahab and… Read More
	From the Desk of President Pedraja March certainly lived up to the old saying of coming in like a lion and going out like a lamb, as New England weather kept us guessing, with temperatures swinging from the 30s to over 70 degrees. The pace of the month matched that unpredictability, as it was filled with meaningful engagement,… Read More
	Helping the Community and Gaining Experience With VITA Tax Program Students at QCC are gaining hands‑on experience by providing free tax preparation services to community members through the federally supported Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. After in-class training, students perform weekly sessions preparing tax returns under… Read More
	Student of the Month: Jonathan Scott When Jonathan "Jon" Scott, a Computer Information Systems major and student veteran, runs into an obstacle, he tackles it head-on. “In my family, the attitude was if you have a problem, don’t complain about it - start a revolution,” Jon said. In this case, the… Read More
	EmpowerHER: Leading the Change At the EmpowerHER: Leading the Change panel, hosted by the Office of Access, Opportunity, and Institutional Compliance; the Mentoring Program, and Career & Transfer Services, local women leaders shared powerful stories of resilience, growth, and purpose. Their experiences… Read More
	Alumni Spotlight: Jessica Favreau Jessica Favreau Commercial Lending Officer, Vice President at Worker’s Credit Union Class of 2002 How did QCC impact your journey? QCC played a pivotal role in shaping both my confidence and my career direction. It offered me an environment where I could grow… Read More
	Campus Connections Chats With Health and Wellness Cold season may be wrapping up, but the Health and Wellness team never stops! Check out their conversation with President Pedraja in the latest Campus Connections. … Read More
	Rad Tech Students Get Behind the Scenes Look at Fusion Energy Students and faculty from QCC’s Radiologic Technology program recently had an extraordinary opportunity to visit Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS) in Devens, MA, one of the world’s leading centers for fusion energy research and technology. During the visit, students were among the… Read More
	Stigma Research at the Eastern Psychology Conference QCC students and faculty recently represented the college at the Eastern Psychological Association (EPA) conference, a major annual gathering that brings together psychology scholars from across the Northeast and beyond. The focus of QCC's three poster presentations was stigma… Read More
	Captain Hemo Thanks QCC for a Successful Blood Drive Captain Hemoglobin showed up on campus at the start of April to promote a blood drive and thank donors for their contributions to the Rhode Island Blood Center. Over 35 participants showed up, resulting in donations that will help to save as many as 90 lives. One of the donations was even… Read More
	Professor of History Shares Research on Gold Coast Journalism Professor of History Ben Wendorf recently shared long‑term research at QCC's Lunch and Learn series. Drawing on 19th‑century newspapers from what is now Ghana, Wendorf's research explores how local journalists documented infrastructure, commerce, and public life during a… Read More
	Taking Control of Your Finances With Alumni & Friends Learning Series The Alumni & Friends Learning Series recently welcomed faculty member and proud alum Dr. Larry Sasso, who spoke with students and employees about financial empowerment, alongside representatives from UniBank who shared invaluable industry perspectives. The presentation blended… Read More
	Wyvern Sports Corner Men's Baseball The Wyverns first home game of the season, winning both games at the doubleheader against Great Bay Community College. Check out a game this month! April Home Game Schedule: Saturday, 4/4, 12:00 pm vs. Bunker Hill (doubleheader) Saturday, 4/… Read More
	In the News March Funding roundup Central MA… Read More
	QCC Welcomes New Staff On February 2, Administrative Services welcomed: Kyle VanCott - Accountant II-Financial Aid and Workforce. Kyle brings to this position several years of experience. Most recently, he worked as a part-time Staff Assistant at QCC. On February 2, Academic Affairs… Read More

March 2026
	Stories of Impact at QCC Legislative Breakfast Quinsigamond Community College recently energized the campus with a legislative breakfast that brought together state and community leaders from across the region to spotlight how public investment opens doors for students. The real showstoppers were the students themselves, earning standing… Read More
	Women's Basketball Takes Season All the Way to NJCAA Regional Championships A major congratulations is in order for the Women's Basketball team for making it to the 2026 NJCAA Region 21 tournament. Under the leadership of first-year Head Coach Johnny Diaz, the team welcomed a talented group of new… Read More
	Creativity and Community at ArtsWorcester College Show A group of incredibly talented QCC students was selected for this year's ArtsWorcester College show. Chosen from submissions across colleges and universities throughout the region, these 11 artists represent a wide range of mediums and perspectives. Interactive Media Design student Oscar… Read More
	From the Desk of President Pedraja As February began, Punxsutawney Phil caught a glimpse of his shadow and seemed determined to make good on the prediction of six more weeks of winter, bringing us more snow, delays, and cancellations than we’ve seen in many years. Thank you all for your patience, flexibility, and good humor as we… Read More
	Alumni Spotlight: Hazel Berry Hazel Berry Retired Class of 1993, Associate of Science My name is Hazel D. Berry, and I am a resident of Worcester. I proudly graduated from Quinsigamond Community College in 1993 with an Associate of Science. Later, in 2005, I earned a Bachelor of Arts, "Magna Cum Laude,"… Read More
	Community Engagement Director Recognized by MA Legislative Caucus Director of Community Engagement, Sean Harris, was recently named a 2026 Black Excellence of the Hill award recipient by the Massachusetts Black and Latino Legislative Caucus (MBLLC). This annual honor celebrates Black and Latino Community leaders who are making a… Read More
	Advocacy in Action: QCC Leadership in DC Last month, QCC leadership joined community college representatives from across the country in Washington, D.C. for the 2026 ACCT National Legislative Summit (NLS). The Summit is the nation’s premier advocacy event for community colleges, bringing trustees, presidents, and senior leaders… Read More
	Human Connection in the Classroom with Pedagogy of Real Talk QCC is participating in a growing movement to strengthen student success using a simple, yet effective concept of human connection in the classroom. Through the Pedagogy of Real Talk (PRT) initiative, faculty are using vulnerability, conversation, and creative learning strategies to build trust… Read More
	Wyvern Sports Corner Congrats to the Women's Basketball Team The women's basketball team had an amazing season, making it all the way to the NJCAA Region 21 tournament, marking the first time the team has gone this far in almost two decades. Congratulations to all the hardworking student-athletes and first-… Read More
	In the News February Snapshots Chamber joins statewide apprenticeship network… Read More