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From the Desk of President PedrajaSeptember is always a busy month. From the start of the semester with All College Day and its timely theme, “Moving Forward During Challenging Times in Higher Education,” to our spirited Wyvern Wednesdays, the college community is in full swing. Add to that the Alumni WooSox … Read More |
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History Professor Celebrating 175 Years of Women's RightsAs part of the 175th anniversary of the Women's Rights Convention, Professor of History and Political Science Lisa Cook will be participating in a panel discussion diving into the history of this important movement. The event will take place at the Museum of Worcester on… Read More |
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Teaching Exchange Brings Innovation to Physics EducationThis academic year, Professor of Integrated Science/Physics Andria Schwortz is serving as a visiting assistant professor at Holy Cross College through a teaching exchange program. Holy Cross conducted a national search for this position, which covers classes during faculty leave… Read More |
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CNC Certificates Opening DoorsA group of students recently celebrated a significant milestone, earning their CNC machining certificates from QCC. Five students from the refugee program run by Ascentria Care Alliance completed the machinist certificate offered by QCC over the summer. The intensive training program… Read More |
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QCC Foundation Board Welcomes Five New MembersThe Quinsigamond Community College Foundation has gained five new members on its board of directors. Elected in August and September 2025, the new directors are dedicated to advancing the college's mission of providing accessible, high-quality education and supporting student success through… Read More |
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Get to Know Human Resources!The Human Resources team is evolving to better serve the QCC community. In 2025, HR transitioned to report directly to the president, a change that reflects the department's growing role as a strategic partner and change agent for the college. "We're more than just hiring," said… Read More |
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Library Dean Brings Latin American Literary Perspectives to QCCDean of Library and Academic Support Services Cary Morse traveled to Guadalajara, Mexico, last December to attend the Feria Internacional del Libro (FIL), the premier publishing and literary event in the Spanish-speaking world. This professional development opportunity… Read More |
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QCC to Host Anna Maria Bachelor of Social WorkAnna Maria College just launched its Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) program housed at QCC. The innovative program offers an affordable and accessible pathway for students with an associate degree to complete their four-year degree in the high-demand field of social work. Classes will begin this… Read More |
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State Recognition for QCC Employees in New Black Leaders ProgramTwo QCC employees were given official citations this summer as part of the state’s New Black Leaders recognition program. Executive Director of Access, Opportunity & Institutional Compliance John Holloway and Adjunct Faculty Member Shaun Murphy received the… Read More |
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Auxilium Center for Entrepreneurship at QCC Uplifting Student EntrepreneursQuinsigamond Community College and Auxilium Worcester celebrated the launch of the Auxilium Center for Entrepreneurship at QCC, a new partnership designed to provide students with the mentorship, resources and tools needed for launching successful startups. The event was held at Auxilium… Read More |
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Foundation Member Recognized With Katharine F. Erskine AwardQCC Foundation Treasurer (and former QCC Trustee) Linda Cavaioli was recognized as one of the 2025 Katharine F. Erskine Award recipients. The Katharine F. Erskine Award is given by YWCA Central Massachusetts and recognizes women who have demonstrated leadership and reached… Read More |
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Remembering 9/11 Ride at QCCQCC hosted the starting point of the 9/11 NEVER FORGET Mobile Exhibit escort ride last month. This powerful traveling exhibition tribute joined a convoy of police, fire, and EMS professionals in route to the Fitchburg Municipal Airport, where the exhibit was on display for the public. |
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Wyvern Sports CornerFitness ClassesAs the weather cools down, bring the heat back up with a free fitness class! Yoga
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In the NewsSeptember 2025 |
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QCC Welcomes New StaffQCC is pleased to announce the following full-time staff updates. In August and September Academic Affairs welcomed the following: Carissa Soucie as an Assistant Professor of Nurse Education/A.D.N. Program (Evenings). Carissa brings to this position several… Read More |
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Welcome Back to QCC For Fall 2025That special feeling is in the air - it's the start of the Fall 2025 semester at QCC! We're excited to welcome back students and employees on Wednesday, September 3, for the first day of classes. Read on for important information to start the semester off right! All College Day… Read More |
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Computer Science Alum Ready to Take on WPIRecent graduate Daniil Gurov is headed to Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) this fall to pursue a computer science degree, with the ultimate goal of working in governmental cybersecurity. This hardworking, dedicated student rose to his potential at QCC, but also made time to… Read More |
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From the Desk of President PedrajaThe energy is building, and a brand-new semester is just around the corner! One of the most recent and exciting milestones in our commitment to student success is the launch of the First-Generation Student Support Center, opening in Room 170A. As a first-generation college student myself,… Read More |
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Staff Kickball Game Scores Big Before School StartsAs summer wound down and the anticipation of a new academic year filled the air, QCC came together for an energetic kickball game that perfectly captured the excitement of new beginnings. The friendly competition brought colleagues from different departments onto the field, where laughter and… Read More |
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Get to Know Veteran Affairs!Director of Veteran Affairs Matthew Casaubon does more than distribute educational military benefits - he creates community and connects with QCC's veteran population on an individual level. It can be difficult to identify veteran students, especially when some might not… Read More |
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Together We Thrive: QCC Launches Fundraising CampaignQuinsigamond Community College (QCC) and the QCC Foundation (QCCF) are in the leadership phase of the Together We Thrive multi-year fundraising campaign – a bold, comprehensive initiative designed to meet the evolving needs of QCC students and the campus and strengthen… Read More |
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Scholar-in-Residence Leveraging AI TutoringQCC is empowering faculty to pursue research, while inspiring campus-wide academic excellence and community belonging through its Scholar-in-Residence program. Professor of Computer Science Hao Loi was selected as the 2025/2026 Scholar to conduct research on how artificial… Read More |
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Upcoming EventsAlumni & Friends Night @ the WooSox Friday, September 5, 5:30 p.m. | Polar Park Join the QCC Alumni Association at the Third Annual QCC Night as the WooSox take on the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders. Tickets include an all-you-can-eat BBQ and prime seating.… Read More |
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Student Events to Start the SemesterOnline Academic Meet and Greet Tuesday, September 9, 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. | Zoom This exciting new event allows students to meet with online and remote-blended instructors in real time. Instructors will also provide information about QCC's support services during… Read More |
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Wyvern Sports CornerThere's no better way to dive into the Fall semester than by cheering on the Wyverns or staying active with fitness classes. Whether you're taking in a game or trying out that yoga class you've been thinking about, these activities offer the perfect opportunity to build community and boost your… Read More |