November 2024
ICW

Breaking Down Barriers with Barbells: Psi Beta and Psych Club Speaker Series

In a compelling presentation for the Psi Beta & Psychology Club Speaker Series, Inner City Weightlifting (ICW) founder Jon Feinman, alongside program participants Tiyreek MacFee and Daiquan Rice, shared how a unique approach to physical fitness is reshaping lives and challenging… Read More

QCC's interactive robot at the STEM Spectacle

STEM Spectacle Showcases Local Ingenuity and Workforce

Last month, QCC hosted its annual STEM Spectacle event, bringing together local manufacturers, workforce development programs and technical high schools to showcase the exciting world of STEM careers.

"This event is a great chance for high school and college students to learn more… Read More

An Empty Place at the Table display at QCC's Downtown campus

An Empty Place at the Table

Each October, Domestic Violence Awareness Month is recognized across the country. To contribute to the education and prevention of this national issue, an exhibit titled An Empty Place at the Table was on display at QCC, at both the West Boylston Street and Downtown campuses.

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Halloween

QCC's Halloween Celebration: Costumes, Candy and Good Cheer

Spirits were high and creativity soared during QCC's Halloween celebration and Office Trick or Treat Program! Students, staff and their families transformed the campus into a festive Halloween haven, complete with a costume contest that showcased everything from clever pop culture references to… Read More

Men's Soccer

Wyvern Sports Corner

Men's Soccer

A big congratulations is in order for the QCC Wyvern’s Men’s Soccer Team who competed in the NJCAA Region XXI Finals! On Wednesday, October 30, they beat Springfield Tech 1-0 in the play-off game, securing their spot in the semi-finals. Their 1-0 victory on… Read More

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QCC Welcomes New Staff

In the Month of October QCC welcomed the following:

Rebecca Francoeur - Teacher - Children's School (Grade 2)  Academic Affairs. Rebecca has several years of experience and most recently, she was a Part-Time Teacher at QCC. Rebecca holds a bachelor's degree from… Read More

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In the News

October 2024
All College Day 2024

All College Day Brings Higher Ed Commissioner to QCC

All College Day 2024 was one for the books. With historic enrollment, a look at the future of higher education and reconnecting with colleagues in the newly renovated Hebert Auditorium, September 3rd was an energizing and enlightening day for the QCC community.

QCC President Dr.… Read More

QCC was awarded $239K for its re-entry culinary program

Re-entry Workforce Development Program Awarded $239K

Quinsigamond Community College was recently awarded a $239,216 Re-entry Workforce Development Demonstration grant from the Healey-Driscoll Administration and administered by the Commonwealth Corporation, a quasi-public agency within the Executive Office of Labor and Workforce Development. The… Read More

A volunteer from Third Act Massachusetts helps a QCC student register to phone with their phone.

QCC Votes: Registration Initiative Engages Community

Quinsigamond Community College held a voter registration drive, QCC Votes, on National Voter Registration Day, Tuesday, September 17. The nonpartisan event registered close to 100 people and included informational workshops to increase awareness of the voting process.

“We want to… Read More

QCC student Ashley Lester sang the national anthem at the 2024 commencement ceremony.

Student of the Month: Ashley Lester

If you happen to run into a campus tour at QCC, you might hear the melodic voice of Ashley Lester, a student ambassador and singer of the national anthem at QCC’s 2024 commencement ceremony. This Jamaican-born Criminal Justice major exemplifies the spirit of QCC with her… Read More

QCC President Dr. Luis Pedraja speaking at the TRIO Breakfast

First Gen Students Gain Insights From QCC Staff at TRIO Breakfast

TRIO Student Support Services held a breakfast last month where staff members and students came together to share their experiences and offer valuable advice for first-generation college students, a phrase used to describe those who don't have an immediate family member who attended college. As… Read More

Director of Outreach and Recruitment Kate Stano

Get to Know Admissions!

We recently caught up with Director of Outreach and Recruitment Kate Stano for an inside look at QCC’s Admissions department. This energetic group gets to share the best of QCC with our community while helping folks decide what direction to take their learning in order to… Read More

Navigate360 is QCC's new student success platform.

New Navigate Software Improves Student Success Tracking

In an exciting move to enhance student support and success, QCC has recently implemented the Navigate360 student success platform. This powerful tool is already making a significant impact on our campus, providing faculty, advisors and students with a hub for communication, scheduling, early… Read More

New QCC Foundation President Jorgo Gushi

QCC Foundation Elects Alum as New President

The Quinsigamond Community College Foundation has elected its new president, Jorgo Gushi, QCC alum and technical account manager at MathWorks, a global company specializing in technical computing software for engineers and scientists. Gushi’s nomination was approved by unanimous… Read More

Hebert Auditorium

Campus Upgrades: QCC Improves Accessibility and Design

If you missed it at All College Day, the Hebert Auditorium is once again open to the public after construction was completed last month. The beloved auditorium and its surrounding areas have undergone extensive renovations, bringing improved accessibility and enhanced facilities for QCC's… Read More

IT Project Manager Angel Jackson welcomed the crowd at the J1 Kickoff Meeting

QCC Begins Transition to J1, the New Student Information System

QCC has begun the exciting process of implementing Jenzabar One, a Student Information System (SIS). Having this new system will ensure that data is current and accurate across all areas of the college, making processes and communication more efficient and easier for students, faculty and staff… Read More

QCC's Dental Hygiene Clinic offers free or discounted dental care.

Dental Hygiene Clinic Offers Free or Discounted Care

Quinsigamond Community College’s Dental Hygiene Clinic is continuing to offer free preventative dental services to anyone aged 55 or older, as well as active military members and veterans. The clinic, located at QCC’s West Boylston Street campus, offers dental assessments, teeth cleaning, x-rays… Read More

A postcard of what QCC's campus used to look like when it was Assumption Preparatory School.

Postcards from the Past: Campus Before QCC

A postcard estimated to be from around 1950, gives a glimpse into the past of what QCC's campus used to look like. The card, found by Carpenter II Erik Golden, was a view of the campus of Assumption Preparatory School, the institution that was housed in what is now QCC's… Read More

QCC Safety Corner

Safety Corner

Step One and Step Two of the Active Threat/Run, Hide, Fight Training program has begun and will be running Tuesdays and Thursdays through December 19, 2024.

Step One features a PowerPoint introduction to the Active Threat/Run, Hide, Fight program to begin building more awareness. This… Read More

Arop Majak takes on York County Community College

Wyvern Sports Corner

Student Athletics

Men’s Soccer and Women’s Volleyball have been off to a great start this fall. Check out a home or away game to show your school spirit! For the current schedule of games, go to QCC.edu/athletics.


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QCC Welcomes New Staff

In the month of August 2024, QCC welcomed the following:

Kristin Balutis -Academic Advisor (Academic Counselor-Grade 5) - Academic Affairs. Kristin holds several years of experience. Most recently, she was a part-time Academic Advisor at QCC. Kristin holds a bachelor'… Read More

September 2024
Dr. Luis Pedraja was chosen for the New England Board of Higher Education

QCC President Named to New England Board of Higher Education

President of Quinsigamond Community College Luis G. Pedraja, Ph.D., was recently appointed as a delegate to the New England Board of Higher Education by Governor Maura Healey. This appointment recognizes Pedraja’s leadership in higher education and commitment to advancing… Read More

QCC's Fall Semester starts September 4, 2024

Welcome Back to QCC!

As August comes to a close, we're gearing up for an exciting start to the Fall 2024 semester at QCC! We're thrilled to welcome both new and returning students on Wednesday, September 4, for the first day of classes. Here's what you need to know to get into the spirit and ensure a smooth start… Read More

Professor English Mark Bates (left) and Professor of CSET Betty Lauer

Cinema and Cybersecurity: Professors Share Expertise with Local News Outlets

Professor of English Mark Bates and Professor of Computer Systems Engineering Technology Betty Lauer were recently featured in the news for their subject matter expertise. 

The Telegram & Gazette rounded up some of the area's most… Read More