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09/2021
September 2021Community College Presidents Release Joint Statement on New Vaccine PolicyOn September 20, 2021, Quinsigamond Community College President Luis G. Pedraja, Ph.D., joined the other 14 community college presidents in the Commonwealth in his support of a new COVID-19 vaccine policy that will go into effect January 2022. Below is the statement issued by the 15 Massachusetts Community College presidents. “During the last 18 months, the... More... | |
September 2021QCC's HomePlate & Resource Center Takes a Bite Out of HungerIt’s Official. The QCC HomePlate Food Pantry & Resource Center has opened to all students. On September 20, the food pantry had a soft opening to get out the kinks and on September 25, it opened to all students. According to Manager of Student Resources, Bonnie Coleman, over 100 students have already found their way to the new and improved food pantry and she anticipates that... More... | |
September 2021Quinsigamond Community College Offers Free Healthcare TrainingQuinsigamond Community College’s Center for Workforce Development and Continuing Education (CWDCE) is once again offering a free Medical Administrative Assistant program and a free Nurse Assistant/Home Health Aide program, in late fall 2021 and early spring 2022. Each program takes approximately two months to complete. “These free workforce training programs are one of the ways QCC is making an... More... | |
September 2021QCC Hosts Remembrance Event to Commemorate the 20th Anniversary of Sept. 11At Quinsigamond Community College, a somber and thoughtful group listened as QCC Vice President of Academic Affairs, James M. Keane, Ed.D. and students Kristina Chacon and Nana Konadu Agyemang Duah, paid homage to the 20th Anniversary of September 11, 2021, when our nation was attacked and forever changed. The event was held at the College’s Peace Pole on... More... | |
September 2021Friendship and Family Describe This Special Mentor/Mentee PartnershipImagine being thousands of miles from your home, in a country where you don’t speak the language and a place where you know almost no one. Then imagine taking a leap of faith and enrolling in college classes to earn your degree to set yourself on a path to a better future. Quinsigamond Community College student Ben Maiga is a native French speaker, who today is a second year... More... | |
September 2021QCC Welcomes Back Alumna as Senior Development DirectorLife has come full circle for Quinsigamond Community College Alumna Felicia Riffelmacher. Ms. Riffelmacher recently came back to her alma mater as QCC’s Senior Development Director. “We are excited to welcome Felicia back to QCC. As a former student, she brings an energy and passion to this role that is unique and inspiring,” said QCC President Luis G.... More... | |
September 2021Students and Alpacas Made for a Perfect DayA few furry friends greeted students during the first week of classes, thanks to QCC’s Accessibility Services. Each year these gentle and angelic creatures visit QCC’s main campus to bring smiles and laughter to everyone. The visit is courtesy of Angel Hair Alpacas, of North Grafton and is one of the most anticipated visits each fall and spring. This event was the perfect venue for new... More... | |
September 2021Celebrating National Dental Hygiene MonthOctober is National Dental Hygiene Month, an annual reminder to everyone to practice good dental habits. At Quinsigamond Community College, the dental hygiene students and faculty have been working together during these extraordinary times to promote good oral health to the local community. These students are part of the College’s Dental Hygiene Associate Degree Program that prepares them to enter... More... | |
September 2021Welcome Week Gets the Fall Semester Off to a Great StartQCC welcomed back its students with a week of fun and festivities to kick off the 2021 fall semester. Director of Student Life and Leadership, Ashlee Givins was on hand to greet students, help make them feel comfortable, and let them know that they are an important part of Wyvern nation. Each month the Student Fuller Center hosts a variety of events to get students engaged with their fellow... More... | |
September 2021Best-Selling Author Heather McGhee Gives Powerful Virtual Talk on RacismA frank discussion on the true cost of racism was the premise for a virtual talk on September 15, by New York Times best-selling author Heather McGhee. QCC partnered with the Esler Family Foundation to bring Ms. McGhee to the Greater Worcester and Massachusetts community. Ms. McGhee talked about her best-selling book, “The Sum of Us,” and addressed the devastating true cost of racism... More... | |
September 2021Veterans Club Visits USS ConstitutionOn Saturday, September 25, the QCC Veterans Club met at the USS Constitution for a scheduled private tour. QCC students and staff also had the opportunity to view the firing of the saluting battery for evening colors. At almost 224 years old, the USS Constitution is the world’s oldest commissioned warship afloat in the world. Throughout the year, the Veterans Club hosts a variety of events and provides... More... | |
September 2021Wyvern Sports CornerIt's that time of year when fall sports begin to kick into high gear. Are you interested in playing a sport? Check out QCC's fall sports lineup! Men’s BasketballHave you already thought of yourself as the next LeBron James? Or maybe your more of a Jaylen Brown? If basketball is your secret passion, Coach Preziosa wants to hear from you. For more... More... | |
September 2021QCC at Southbridge - A Vital Part of the CommunityStudents, staff and faculty kick off the fall semester at QCC at Southbridge, located in Southbridge High School. This location allows for a broader footprint in the region, and a more integrated approach to program development and higher education opportunities. For more information on all the amazing programs and courses available, visit QCC at Southbridge... More... | |
September 2021October Look AheadMonth of October: Visit Transfer Services for the latest Transfer Fairs and events taking place. Tuesday, October 5: All College Forum for faculty and staff, 2:00 p.m. on Zoom. Check QCC family email for a Zoom link. Monday, October 11: Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples Day - No classes... More... | |
September 2021In the NewsSeptember, 2021
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September 2021QCC Welcomes New Faculty & StaffWe are very pleased to announce the following full-time staff updates: On September 19, 2021, Enrollment Management & Student Engagement welcomed Kevin Ryder as Clerk III- Solution Station. Kevin brings to this position 3 years of experience. Most recently, he was the part-time Clerk in Student Accessibility Services at QCC. Kevin has earned an Associate Degree from QCC.... More... |
