QCC e-News March 2013

QCC Hosts Annual Corporate Breakfast On March 15, business leaders, elected officials from Central Massachusetts and QCC faculty and staff gathered at QCC’s Annual Corporate Breakfast to address the topic, “Working Together to Develop Talent for Today’s Innovation, Economy and Workforce” at the Worcester Senior Center.

Topics for discussion included: Reflections from QCC’s Regional Industry Forums (2012-2013), Collaborating with QCC on Soft Skills Training (Employer Panel) and QCC’s new Healthcare and Workforce Development Center.

Steve Marini, QCC Vice President for Administrative Services and Jane June, Ph.D., Dean of Healthcare delivered updates on QCC’s newly leased space for the Healthcare and Workforce Development Center. Dale Allen, Ph.D., Vice President for Community Engagement discussed findings on statefunding allocations for QCC and Steven Budd, Ph.D., Interim Vice President of Enrollment and

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Student Services, facilitated an employer panel that concluded with a robust Q & A session.

Senator Michael Moore addressed the gathering, ensuring the state’s support for higher education. Students from the Hospitality and Recreation Management program catered the event and handled logistics. The impressive menu, enjoyed by, all included spinach and cheese crepes with hollandaise sauce, roasted red pepper egg bake, herbed tomato broccoli strata, a carving station with ham and Norwegian salmon with capers, dill and hollandaise.

Dr. Steven Budd (left) with Employer Panel representatives from Avatar Computing and IPG Photonics

Above: Students and faculty from the Hospitality and Recreation Management program - Paige Ferriter, Amanda Macedo, Margaret Kane, Dean Kathy Rentsch, Adam Pacenke, Professor Pat Hutchinson, Korpo Washington, Colin Chabot and Jennefer Giannoni Inset: food prepared and served by students in the program

Campus News

In order to provide a healthy working and learning environment, QCC’s Board of Trustees voted to institute a SmokeFree campus policy beginning Fall Semester 2013. The student-driven initiative was established to create a campus culture of wellness and promote a tobacco-free future. The SmokeFree date has been set as September 3 and the countdown is on. President Gail Carberry commented, “We recognize the fact that for some people, smoking is an important coping tool and we hope we can help them find ways to cope without smoking on campus.” To help make the transition as easy as possible, the college will offer tools and resources for students, faculty and staff affected by the policy. More information on this will be forthcoming.

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QCC Awarded MA Life Sciences Grant Quinsigamond Community College will receive a $310,000 capital grant from the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center (MLSC) to boost its life sciences program.

The grant will be used to update 2,000

square feet of outdated lab space to make it state of the art. The renovations will allow QCC to double the number of students enrolled in biotechnology and biomedical courses from 100 to 200 over the next three years. “This

grant from the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center directly supports QCC’s ongoing commitment to deliver high quality, state-of-the-art biotechnology and biomedical engineering education to our students,” said President, Dr. Gail Carberry. “By affording the college the opportunity to expand this programming, the grant ensures that QCC and the students we graduate are aligned with the economic development needs of our community. We are proud to support the continued economic growth that the life sciences sector is driving in central Massachusetts.”

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entire QCC community. The deadline for the April e-newsletter is April 12, 2013.

Campus News

Liberal Arts Distinguished Lecture Series Presents “Understanding Balinese Dance and Music” Monday, April 1, 201311:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon109 HLC

I Made Bandem and Suasthi Bandem, world renown masters in Balinese dance and music, will demonstrate and contextualize Balinese dance and gamelan music, which is performed in Hindu temple ceremonies and secular settings in Bali. See and hear the dance and music that inspired and transformed the works of such greats as Debussy, Artaud, McPhee, Spies, and Taymor.

I Made Bandem and Suasthi Bandem have performed all over the world and are currently

visiting fellows in Balinese music, theater, and dance at the College of the Holy Cross.

QCC Student Jodi Christian Named 2013 Coca Cola ScholarJodi Christian, Southbridge, has been selected as a 2013 Coca-Cola Academic Team Silver Scholar. The Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation sponsors the Coca-Cola Community College Academic Team program by recognizing 50 Gold, 50 Silver, and 50

Bronze Scholars, and providing nearly $200,000 in scholarships annually. Each Silver Scholar receives a $1,250 scholarship and a special medallion. Selection as a Coca-Cola Silver Scholar is based on scores earned in the All-USA Community College

Academic Team competition, for which more than 1,800 applications were received this year.

Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society administers the Coca-Cola Community College Academic Team Program and recognizes Coca-Cola Community College scholars during All-State Community College Academic Team Recognition ceremonies held in 38 states; this year’s Annual Convention is scheduled for April 4-6 in San Jose, California. Student scholars also receive recognition locally during ceremonies held on campus and internationally for those who are able to attend Phi Theta Kappa’s Annual Convention.

Ms. Christian is a Navy veteran and also President of QCC’s PTK chapter. She is pursuing a double major in computer engineering forensics and criminal justice at QCC.

Congratulations,Ms. Christian!

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The BUZZ on the Spelling Bee Thursday, April 4, 2013 (Snow date: April 11)7:00 p.m. QCC Hebert Auditorium

Don’t miss the 15th Annual QCC Spelling Bee! Space is still available to participate on corporate-sponsored teams. Have fun while you cheer on your favorite team, meet QCC Family, Students, Alums, corporate and community friends of the college! BEE a competitor BEE a philanthropist BEE a team player BEE part of the BUZZ… BEE there!

For more information contact Christine Whipple at cwhipple@qcc.mass.edu or 508.854.2730.

Campus News Send us your news! We want to hear what’s happening in your department and with your students or staff. Submit

information at www.QCC.edu/newsletter.html. Events, awards, success stories... We want to share your news with the entire QCC community. The deadline for the April e-newsletter is April 12, 2013.

Once again, QCC’s Alpha Zeta Theta Chapter of the Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society has achieved the distinguished Five Star Chapter Development Level! The Five Star Chapter Development Level recognizes QCC’s PTK chapter as one of the most distinguished and active chapters in New England. Out of 58 chapters in the New England states, only eight chapters achieved the five star level.

Congratulations PTK! Bowl-a-Thon Update: The annual PTK Bowl-a-Thon raised over $7500 for A.L.S. PTK wishes to thank everyone involved for the success of the event.

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For more information, contact Bonnie Coleman, PTK Advisor, at ext. 7412 or email bcoleman@qcc.mass.edu.

Robotics Team Off to World Championships AGAIN!

QCC’s recent “Give A Book” Drive coordinated by Kevin Butler, Assistant Dean of Students was a success with over 680 books donated to local K - 8 students. Many thanks to all who donated.

Book Donation Success!

The QCC Family wishes the best of luck to the QCC Robotics Club who will again compete in the VEX Robotics World Championships in April. The QCC team, comprised of six students from the club will travel to Anaheim, CA with Advisors Betty Lauer, Professor of Computer Systems Engineering Technology/Coordinator of the Computer Systems Engineering Technology Program and Dean Polnerow, Assistant Professor of Computer Systems Engineering Technology for the 2013 competition. The team will be up against approximately 50 international teams manning two robots built by the club. They will compete in a challenge called “Sack Attack,” a timed event requiring teams to place as many small, weighted sacks in a trough before time runs out. The Robotics Club will be raising funds to cover the cost of the trip with upcoming bake sales and other events. Please support the QCC Team! For more information, contact Betty Lauer at ext. 2765 or blauer@qcc.mass.edu.The QCC Robotics Team: Autumn Kubiak, Team Captain, Worcester, Nicholas Benson, Worcester, Katie Cunningham, Oxford, Michael Bonin Jr., Webster, Vongchith Chan, Worcester and Matthew McLaughlin, Bolton.

Several members of the Robotics Team work on one of their competition robots. L. to r: Matthew McLaughlin, Autumn Kubiak, Nicholas Benson and Vongchith Chan

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Cultural Food Fest FUN!

QCC faculty, staff and students enjoyed a Cultural Food Festival on March 27 at the Fuller Student Center. Attendees enjoyed foods from many cultures including Chinese, Italian, Spanish, Caribbean, Jamaican, Thai, American and traditional Soul foods.

Women Students of Distinction Honored at Annual Event On March 28, 30 outstanding QCC women students were honored at the Annual Women Students of Distinction event. Karen Cox, Coordinator of Counseling, manages the yearly event. Students are nominated by faculty and staff based on academic standing, accomplishments, character, skills, and in particular their ability toovercome great odds and make a difference in their home or school community.

Congratulations to the 2013 Women Students of Distinction!

Megan LacaireStephanie LeveilleeMarina LundstromBrandy MilesSamantha MonsonJennifer NgahJessica PachecoBritney PayneAmy PierceTammy PlazaTiana RayaTerri SmithRachel TaylorMonique TranSepideh Yazdi

Reem Abdulmawla Vanessa AgyekumBeth Bergstrom Dawn Berry Elizabeth Birns Emily CarrollAsma Chaudri Anny CunhaCallie Day Tapasya DesaiLaura DiPaolaJennifer Ann FerroneDori GianfriddoNicole HazardJessica Koszewski

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Campus News New Faculty and Staff We are pleased to announce the recent selection of Dr. Nancy Schoenfeld as Assistant Vice President of Academic Affairs. Dr. Schoenfeld has been with QCC for 12 years, most recently serving as Dean of Human Services and Science. Her collective community college experience includes 16 years as a full-time Professor of Biology, three years as a Biotechnology Program Coordinator and four years as Coordinator of the Department of Natural Sciences. Dr. Schoenfeld has been active in overseeing curriculum revisions, new program and course development, program review, program planning for the Southbridge campus, renovations of existing science labs, and proposals for the design of a new science and technology building. Additionally, she currently represents QCC on the statewide AMCOA Vision Project initiative (Advancing a Massachusetts Culture of Assessment). Dr. Schoenfeld earned a BA in Biology and Chemistry from Wheaton College, and a PhD in Physiology from Rutgers University, NJ.

On March 4, 2013, Academic Affairs welcomed Stefanie Brill as Clerk III – Training & Education Center. Ms. Brill brings over six years of office and customer service experience to the college, most recently serving as an Information Desk Assistant in the Harrington Learning Center, and as a Disability Services Tutor in the Transition Center.

On March 18, 2013, Administrative Services welcomed Kathleen Hamilton as Assistant to the Vice President of Administrative Services. Ms. Hamilton brings over 10 years of administrative experience to the College, providing support to senior executives within technology, defense, automotive and real estate industries in the private sector. She earned a BS in Business Administration from Emmanuel College.

On March 25, 2013, Enrollment Services welcomed Shannon Whitters as Drupal Web Specialist/Graphic Designer. Ms. Whitters brings several years of private sector experience in graphic design, web design and ad development, and brand identity to

the college. She earned a BS in Electronic Media, Arts and Communication at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, New York.The QCC Family welcomes Dr. Schoenfeld, Ms. Brill, Ms. Hamilton and Ms. Whitters into their new roles at QCC!

The QCC Theatre Club presents

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By David Patrick Cook Directed by Kevin Butler

A ghostly farce!

$5 General Admission at

Hebert Auditiorium QCC Main Campus

670 West Boylston Street Worcester

Tuesday, April 23 at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, April 24 at 7:00 p.m.

Friday, April 26 at 7:00 p.m. Marian Thorncraft is looking forward to her honeymoon with new hubby, Tyler. She pictures someplace romantic, secluded and cozy. No sooner have her feet touched the ground after being carried over the threshold than she discovers her love nest is really a one-time mortuary!

A daffy maid, a ghost with a hatchet, an escaped lunatic and three teenagers playing a Halloween prank make this show a MUST SEE!

Don’t Miss...

Respiratory Care Class RaffleThe Respiratory Care Class of 2013 is holding a calendar fund raising raffle. Tickets are $5 and prize drawings will be every Friday in April at 10:00 a.m. in the HLC Lobby. You do not have to be present to win.

For tickets, contact Karen Kaletski Dufault at 508.854.2752 or kdufault@qcc.mass.edu. Thank you for your support of the Respiratory Class of 2013!