Newsletter Archive

Intro to Sociology Professor Gets Real With Final Project

For Adjunct Professor of Sociology Robbin Miller, it’s essential that her students engage in meaningful and accessible assignments, which is why her Introduction to Sociology students were tasked with researching a social movement and its presence on social media, for their final assignment of the fall semester.

Students were asked to study a movement that they were personally interested...

Student Happenings

Valentine's Day 

February 14 | 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. | HLC 109A&B

Self love is in the air! This event will include a lunch at noon, following by a conversation about lessons in love, a stuffed bear activity and community resource tables.

For more information contact Student Life at studentlife [at] qcc....

Upcoming Events for Faculty & Staff

Enrollment Celebration

February 16 | 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. | HLC 109A&B

Since QCC sailed past the most recent enrollment goal, it’s time to celebrate! VP for Strategic Enrollment & Student Engagement, Michelle Tufau Afriyie, often emphasizes the importance of rowing in the same direction and that is just what our crew has done. Come recognize...

QCC Welcomes New Staff

On December 18, QCC welcomed Nicole Maffei - Campus Police Officer I (B4T) - Administrative Services. Nicole brings several years of experience. Most recently, she was a Corrections Officer for the Worcester County House of Corrections. Nicole holds both a Bachelor of Science and Master of Criminal Justice from Anna Maria College.

On December 18, QCC ...

QCC Welcomes New Staff

On February 17, 2024,  QCC welcomed Cody Davenport - Skilled Laborer Grounds (1st Shift) - Administrative Services. Cody brings several years of experience. Most recently, he was a part-time Skilled Laborer at QCC. 

On February 26, 2024, QCC welcomed Beth Auger - Senior Director of Students Accounts & Grants - Administrative...

QCC Holds Second Annual Apprenticeship Conference

In celebration of National Apprenticeship Week, Quinsigamond Community College hosted its second annual Apprentice Conference on November 15. Employers, government officials, advocates and educators from across the region gathered to learn about implementing an apprenticeship program, as well as current local and national employment trends through breakout session workshops and speakers. Culminating the daylong...

QCC Student Spreading Joy Throughout Worcester

If you were at the Worcester Public Market recently you may have noticed a familiar elf, QCC student Tyler Wills, spreading holiday cheer! Tyler's friend has been making appearances as Santa for a decade and a few years ago Tyler wanted to join in on the fun. They have been spreading holiday cheer in the Worcester area ever since. They were recently at the Worcester Public Market where...

QCC Community Gets Crafty with Second Holiday Market

The halls were decked and spirits were high as Quinsigamond Community College hosted its second annual Holiday Market, which brought together faculty, staff, students and alumni to share their creativity and celebrate the festive season.

Booths overflowed with unique creations, showcasing the diverse talents of the QCC community. From handmade jewelry and fine art to festive knitwear and ...

Native American Heritage Month: There's More to the Story

In a departure from his lecture format from 2022, Anawon Weeden visited QCC once again for Native American Heritage Month and gave an immersive portrayal of a Native American person interacting with European colonists. He started the presentation in what would have been the 1400s and only spoke to the audience in the native language of that time period, using hand gestures to communicate. He...

Occupational Therapy Alum Expresses Gratitude to QCC

QCC's Occupational Therapy Assistant program got a special visit last month from Dr. Said Nafai, who has been referred to by some as the "father of occupational therapy in Morocco."

Nafai was born and raised in Morocco and started at QCC in the ESL program. With the encouragement of his family, he enrolled in the Occupational Therapy Assistant program, received his...

Women's Soccer Team Perseveres Through Playoff Making Season

In case you missed last month’s Wyvern Sports Corner, don’t forget to congratulate the women’s soccer team on an amazing season that brought them all the way to the National Junior College Athletic Association regional playoffs.

Before the Fall 2023 semester, there hadn’t been a women’s soccer team since 2019. Former Head Women’s Basketball Coach Andy Lynch stepped in to...

Wyvern Sports Corner

Pep Rally

Come to the pep rally on Thursday, January 23, 2024 to cheer on the Wyverns Men’s and Women’s basketball teams for their first home games of the spring semester. Don't miss the exciting half-time show featuring a foul shot contest to win air pods, QCC swag bag and more. Games will take place in the Athletic Center.

• Women's game at...

STEM Deans Announce STEM Students of the Semester for Fall 2023

STEM Dean Ben Benton (School of Mathematics and Science) and Acting Dean Kathy Rentsch (School of Business, Engineering & Technology) announced the names of 27 STEM students whose efforts and achievements are being recognized for Fall 2023 as STEM Students of the Semester.

“Students were selected by their course professors, based on demonstrating persistence in their...