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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 |
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In the NewsAugust 2025 |
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QCC Welcomes New StaffOn July 28, 2025, Enrollment & Student Services welcomed Jim McDonagh as a Senior Financial Aid Counselor. Jim brings to this position several years of experience. Most recently, he worked as an institutional review specialist for the Federal Student… Read More |
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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 |