Newsletter | Quinsigamond

February 2023
	QCC Safety Corner Winter Driving Tips Quinsigamond Community College considers your safety when commuting especially during the winter months. The winter weather can be unpredictable in Massachusetts and if the college is not closed due to inclement weather and you have to drive to campus,… Read More
	In the News January, 2023 Patch: 3,000 Worcester Apartments Now Planned Ahead Of New Affordability Law Charlton Villager: … Read More
	QCC Welcomes New Staff On January 18, 2023, Academic Affairs welcomed Gabe Santner as Project Director - TRIO Student Support Services Program. Gabe brings several years of experience. Most recently, he was Director of Mentoring and Perkins here at QCC. Gabe earned a Bachelor… Read More

January 2023
	Quinsigamond Community College and Worcester State University Awarded $1.6M in Nursing Workforce Grants From State Quinsigamond Community College and Worcester State University have been awarded grants totaling $1.6 million from the Baker-Polito Administration to strengthen the region’s nursing talent pipeline and improve career pathways for the nursing profession. The grants will enable the… Read More
	HomePlate Food Pantry & Resource Center Receives Two Donations The HomePlate Food Pantry & Resource Center ended the year on a high note when it received two generous donations in December of 2022. UniBank donated $2,000, which will be used for personal hygiene items and diapers, which are always in high demand. The Hanover Insurance also… Read More
	QCC Partnership with Summit Offers Housing and More for Neurodivergent Students Like many freshmen, when Lauren Young enrolled at QCC she wasn’t sure about her professional goals but knew she wanted to start her higher education journey. Lauren is a resident at Summit Campus, a residential community for local college students with autism and other related… Read More
	Human Services Club Organizes Large Donation for Southbridge Elementary Students The Human Services Club spent last semester coming up with donations for elementary school children in Southbridge. The items of focus included jackets, hats, gloves, boots, hygiene supplies and Christmas toys for those most in need. "The students behind the leadership of… Read More
	QCC Hosts 38th MLK Breakfast For the 38th year, QCC hosted the annual Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Breakfast. Hundreds of people came from the community, including nonprofit organizations, colleges, high school, and city departments such as the Worcester Police Department and Worcester Fire Department to… Read More
	Staff and Faculty Wellness Opportunity Are you feeling stressed? QCC can help! Join the Positivity and Relaxation Training (PART). This free program helps you develop a self-care routine to manage stress, improve your outlook, promote health & happiness, and enhance your quality of life. This 9-week event begins… Read More
	Students Present Research at Honors Colloquium As part of the Commonwealth Honors program at QCC, students are required to participate in an Honors Colloquium, which gives them an opportunity to dive into the world of academic research and critical thinking. Over the last six years, Professor of English … Read More
	QCC Safety Corner As we enter into the Spring 2023 Semester, the Safety Committee is continuing to meet weekly to address any safety concerns of the college. To date the following safety initiatives have been implemented: The Red Emergency Guides have been updated and reprinted to include specific… Read More
	QCC's First Holiday Craft Fair QCC held an inaugural Craft Fair and Holiday Expo on December 9, 2022. Students, staff, faculty and alumni showed off their amazing crafts and wares to a large crowd from the community. Vendors sold a wide variety of items including jewelry, clothing, plants, and art. Director of Community… Read More
	Psi Beta National Honor Society for Psychology Inducts New Students In December 2022, the Psi Beta Honor Society inducted eight new students. Psi Beta is a national honor society in psychology for community colleges. Psi Beta’s mission is to encourage professional development and psychological literacy of all students at two-year colleges through promotion and… Read More
	STEM Students of the Semester In December 2022, Dean of the School of Business, Engineering, and Technology Betty Lauer and Dean of the School of Math and Science Ben Benton announced that 23 QCC students were recognized as STEM Students of the Fall… Read More
	Wyvern Sports Corner Free Yoga The start of the new year is a perfect time to try yoga (or get back in the habit)! Classes take place in the Athletic Center on Tuesdays at 12:00 p.m. and Wednesdays at 1:00 p.m. Classes are free for all students, staff and faculty - all levels welcome! For more… Read More
	Keep the Holiday Spirit Going If you're missing the excitement of the holidays, take a minute to relive them through pictures of the Holiday Luncheon on December 15, 2022, and the Institutional Communications Open House on December 14, 2022. It was a great way to end 2022!
	In the News December, 2022 Vocero Hispano: Reflexiones Sobre La Temporada De Fiestas Worcester Magazine: … Read More
	QCC Welcomes New Staff On December 12, 2022 : Academic Affairs welcomed Michelle Brennan as Parenting Student Navigator. Michelle brings to this position several years of experience. Most recently, she worked as Assistant Director of United Way Youth Venture at Mount Wachusett Community… Read More

December 2022
	QCC Holds Inaugural Apprenticeship Conference In honor of National Apprenticeship Week, Quinsigamond Community College gathered innovators in the field of apprenticeships, as well as industry professionals for its inaugural Apprenticeship Conference, “When Old Is New Again: Expanding Apprenticeships in Massachusetts,” on Wednesday, November… Read More
	QCC Safety Corner This is the inaugural edition of QCC’s Campus Safety Corner. Each month we will update the community regarding important safety issues and reminders to keep our college community informed. Beginning in October a Safety Committee was formed that meets weekly to address any safety concerns… Read More
	Area DEI Leaders Gather at QCC for Equity Workshop On Friday, November 18, higher education leaders in the field of diversity, equity and inclusion gathered at QCC to speak at a workshop as part of QCC's Academic Affairs monthly onboarding series. The panel consisted of Clark University Vice President for Government & Community… Read More
	Wampanoag Member Annawon Weeden Shares Thanksgiving History with QCC On November 29, a member of the Wampanoag tribal community, Annawon Weeden, gave an engaging presentation on the history of Thanksgiving, as well as his perspective on indigenous identity. Weeden was raised in Rhode Island, later settling down in Mashpee, MA,… Read More
	Food for the Poor Program at St. John’s Becomes Classroom for QCC Occupational Therapy Students At Quinsigamond Community College, educating students transcends the traditional classroom setting for second-year students in the college’s Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA) program. On Wednesday, December 7, 2022, OTA students took part in hands-on learning with members of Worcester’s… Read More
	Deans Announce Fall STEM Students of the Semester STEM Deans Betty Lauer (School of Business, Engineering & Technology) and Ben Benton (School of Mathematics and Science) have announced a new program designed to recognize the efforts and achievements of QCC STEM students. Through the “STEM Students of the… Read More
	I Stand with Immigrants Workshops On November 2, 2022, QCC recognized “I Stand with Immigrants Day of Action” alongside many other colleges and universities. This annual day of action, which is part of the I Am An Immigrant campaign (iamanimmigrant.com), celebrates immigrants' heritage and contributions to the nation. In… Read More