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11/2023
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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