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The Health Foundation Tours Upgraded Dental ClinicQuinsigamond Community College was pleased to welcome representatives from The Health Foundation of Central Massachusetts to campus last month for a tour of the QCC Dental Hygiene Clinic, where they saw firsthand the impact of their recent grant support. The Foundation’s funding enabled… Read More |
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Student of the Month: Fakhria AzimiFakhria Azimi won’t let anything get in the way of her goals. This business major has been rebuilding her dreams at QCC and is on the rise to success. Fakhria is from Afghanistan, where she led a busy life attending college, running a business, and enjoying time with… Read More |
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Free Admission to the Worcester Art Museum - Don't Miss Out!Quinsigamond Community College is proud to continue our Institutional Partnership with the Worcester Art Museum (WAM), giving all QCC faculty, staff, and students free admission to the museum. Simply show your QCC ID at the ticket desk or use the discount code "QCC" when reserving tickets online… Read More |
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From the Desk of President PedrajaAs we step into a new semester together, I wanted to take a moment to share a few highlights from a very full and energizing January. Thanks to a major snowstorm showing off its winter power, the semester kicked off two days late, but the delay didn’t slow us down one bit as we launched into… Read More |
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Psi Beta Honor Society Inducts One of its Largest GroupsQuinsigamond Community College proudly welcomed 22 new members into the Psi Beta National Honor Society during the Fall 2025 induction ceremony, marking one of the largest induction groups in the chapter’s history. The event highlighted not only the academic excellence of QCC students, but… Read More |
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Alumni Spotlight: Larry SassoName: Dr. Lawrence Sasso Title: Independent Advisor Representative, Lawrence Sasso Insurance & Financial Services, Inc. QCC degree: Law Enforcement, class of 1988. How did QCC impact your journey? |
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School Spirit Wins Even When the Score Doesn’tThank you to everyone who came out to the Super Bowl Tailgate and brought such great energy and school spirit to campus. While the Patriots didn’t come away with the win this year, the friendly rivalry lives on and President Luis Pedraja will be making good on his wager by sporting North… Read More |
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Student Accessibility Services Receives $148K For MAIPSE ProgramQCC has received a $148,993 grant from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to support its Massachusetts Inclusive Postsecondary Education (MAIPSE) program. MAIPSE programs provide adults with significant disabilities, ages 18 to 22, with integrated access to higher education. QCC's… Read More |
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Giving Back in Action: Human Services Club Supports 20 FamiliesShout out to the Human Services Club for their work last semester supporting the holiday toy drives. The Human Service Club is a group that focuses on giving back to those most in need each semester. The club picks a project that allows them to practice some of the core competencies within the… Read More |
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Human Services Professor Joins Virtual Peace CorpsProfessor of Human Services Dr. Doe West is bringing global engagement, cultural exchange, and social justice into the virtual classroom through service in the Peace Corps Virtual Service Pilot Program. The innovative pilot program allows qualified professionals to… Read More |
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State Awards QCC $240K for Re-entry Workforce ProgramQCC was recently awarded $240,000 for a workforce development program to train formerly incarcerated individuals. The funding is part of the Healey-Driscoll Administration’s $2.2 million in Re-entry Workforce Development Demonstration grants for individuals returning to the workforce. QCC… Read More |
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In the NewsJanuary 2026 |
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Wyvern Sports CornerCheck out this month's photo to see how the Wyvern partied at the Worcester Railers game with local mascots for Trax's (the Railers mascot) big birthday! Fitness ClassesAll classes are free and equipment is provided - we just need you! All levels welcome. New… Read More |
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New Trustees Bringing Fresh Perspective to QCC BoardQuinsigamond Community College recently announced the appointment of three new members to its Board of Trustees: Max German, Maricelis “Mari” Gonzalez and Jessica Mandes. The appointments were made in October and November by Gov.… Read More |
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Coming Soon: Employee Resource Groups - Building Community TogetherQCC is excited to announce the launch of Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)! This initiative, led by the Access, Opportunity, and Institutional Compliance department, is a new way for staff to connect, share experiences, and build community around common interests and identities… Read More |
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Student of the Month: Kerry-Ann MorrisonWhen Kerry-Ann Morrison enrolled at QCC to pursue a healthcare degree, she didn't expect to uncover another interest: history. After a few weeks of her African American History course, she was hooked! Learning about the ties between Western Africa and her native… Read More |
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Alumni Spotlight: Yvonne KimaniName: Yvonne Kimani Title: Director - HR Department, Century Homecare QCC did far more than provide an education; it fundamentally redefined… Read More |
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From the Desk of President PedrajaAnother year is behind us and what a year it has been! December at QCC was filled with holiday spirit through a variety of events for students, faculty, and staff—many of which I had the pleasure of attending. Camaraderie and collegiality were on full display during the Wyvern Wednesday… Read More |
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Microbes and More at the Commonwealth Honors ShowcaseThe Honors Colloquium (IDS 200) is a cornerstone of the Commonwealth Honors Program at QCC. This 3-credit, interdisciplinary course is required for students graduating as Commonwealth Honors Scholars. Designed to foster intellectual curiosity and collaboration, IDS 200 brings together… Read More |
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Sabbatical Offers Opportunity to Give Back for Marketing ProfessorAs part of her sabbatical, Professor of Marketing Flo Lucci embarked on a meaningful volunteer experience in Poland during July 2024. Partnering with Global Volunteers, a U.S.-based nonprofit dedicated to community service worldwide, she joined a team working in a… Read More |
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Championing Apprenticeships For the CommunityQCC is at the forefront of a workforce revolution by helping employers and learners embrace apprenticeships as a powerful solution to talent shortages and barriers to education. Local stakeholders gained insight into apprenticeships at a recent Worcester Regional Chamber of Commerce… Read More |
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Chief of Police First Collegiate Member of Chiefs Board of DirectorsChief of Police Stephen DiGiovanni has been sworn in as a member of the Board of Directors for the Central Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Association, marking a historic first for the organization. He is the first collegiate chief to hold an officer position within the… Read More |
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STEM Students Participate in WPI Research ProjectChemistry student Olivia Duclos and Chemical Engineering student Anthony Riedl got a taste of high-level research this semester on a collaborative research project held at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI). Both students gained valuable… Read More |
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In the NewsDecember 2025 |
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HACE Gala Marks 40 Years of Empowering Hispanic YouthThe Hispanics Achieving and Celebrating Excellence (HACE) Awards celebrated its 40th anniversary last month, honoring decades of work uplifting Hispanic and Latino youth across Worcester, Southbridge and surrounding communities. Founded in 1985, the program has awarded more than $240,000… Read More |