Everyone deserves to have happy and healthy relationships. The month of October provides an opportunity to educate the community on the pattern of abusive behaviors that alter the lives of too many of our peers, neighbors, friends and families. Join us for Real Talk on Domestic Violence, October 26 via Zoom. (Meeting ID: 995 9332 6249, Passcode: 039756)
During this time where we’re all online together, it’s still possible to stay connected to each other and to Central Piedmont. Let Student Life & Service-Learning offer you some easy ways to maintain your connections virtually!
Questions? Ideas? Email student.life@cpcc.edu and let us know!
Central Piedmont is hosting a food share event on Friday, November 13, from 10:30-11:30 a.m., on Harris Campus.
During the event, members of our community can get access to FREE food. The best part is, you don’t even have to leave your car, because it’s a drive-thru event.
Advance registration is required.
We are offering Halal and vegetarian option boxes upon request through the registration process. This event has been made possible by the Building Bridges Grant through the Interfaith Youth Core and our collaboration with Loaves & Fishes. The purpose of the grant and this event is to build bridges of understanding in the concept of religiouis pluralism while responding to the COVID-19 and food insecurity pandemics.
Questions? Contact dena.shonts.@cpcc.edu.
In 2020, you have the opportunity to vote for the next president of the U.S., who will represent you for North Carolina in the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate, the next NC governor, lieutenant governor, and other important NC leadership positions. Here’s how you can get involved this week with fellow students and registered voters!
Take advantage of the may virtual resources being offered by our 4 year university 
partners. See below for upcoming events for Central Piedmont students and visit the virtual Transfer Resource Center for more information
Appalachian State University Transfer Admissions Info Sessions
Meet representatives from Appalachian State University to answer your questions about how to transfer to App State from Central Piedmont, including:
Thursday, October 1st – 2-3pm; Register here.
Thursday, October 8th – 6-7pm; Register here.
UNC Wilmington Transfer Admissions Webinar
Monday, October 5th – 3-4pm
Learn about how to transfer to UNCW and the new guaranteed admission program with Central Piedmont! Register here.
UNC Wilmington Apply on the Fly
Join UNCW for a presentation about the transfer application and to receive help completing your application. Students that attend and submit their application will have the application fee waived!
Thursday, October 8th – 3-5pm, Register here.
NC State University Admissions Drop-ins
Stop in to ask your questions about transferring to NC State! Meet with a representative on Wednesday, October 7th – 2-4pm.
Finding a job in a virtual environment is tough! We invite you to join us for our Jump On Board workshop where we will help you navigate job search strategies that work.
Once registered, you will receive reminder emails and other opportunities for you in your job searching process.
Feel free to join us through Zoom:
Please contact Anita.McGill@cpcc.edu if you have any questions.
Join us for the new esports recreation program at Central Piedmont. Student Life has started an esports program for students to connect with one another and create a community virtually through esports.Students may sign up for the following leagues:
Central Piedmont Community College President, Kandi W. Deitemeyer, Ed. D.
Please join Central Piedmont President Dr. Kandi Deitemeyer and Queens University President Daniel Lugo for a virtual press conference on Friday, Sept. 25, at 9:30 a.m., to announce a new initiative that will expand access to higher education in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg region and beyond.
During the event, Dr. Deitemeyer and President Lugo will announce the new initiative, followed by remarks from Lauren-Dionne Scott, a Queens student and Central Piedmont graduate.
To access the virtual press conference, please visit: https://webinar.ringcentral.com/j/1499181307
Please note: Prior to the event, you will need to download Ring Central to your device to view it live.
We hope to “see” you there!
You want a career plan and answers instead of uncertainty? With spring registration coming up, now is the time to think ahead. Career Services Online “It’s a ‘Major’ Decision” sessions can help. In an hour, you will learn the basics of making a career decision, including how to:
Open to prospective and current Central Piedmont students – so invite your friends who are interested in attending Central Piedmont too! Sessions are starting this week and held Wednesdays at noon and Thursdays at 4 pm. Click here to sign up!
Career Services at Central Piedmont helps students with career/major decision, job search and connects students with employers. Visit our website or connect with us on Facebook @ CPCCCareerServices and let us help elevate your career.
Have you been looking for a way to cope with the daily stressors of being a student? Join Counseling Services for online sessions to learn how to manage stress with mindfulness. Research shows that practicing mindfulness is beneficial in many areas, including:
Through practice and discussion, learn to strengthen your ability to “begin again” in the present moment. Whether you are brand new to mindfulness or have been practicing for years, these sessions are for you. Designed specifically for students, each session focuses on a different area of mindfulness practice. Attend one or all sessions.
All sessions are on Thursday from 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Before the session(s), learn how to use Webex.
Contact stephanie.boyd@cpcc.edu or heather.sullivan@cpcc.edu with any questions or concerns.
Elections for new officers of the Central Piedmont’s Student Government Association Executive Committee are taking place next week! SGA leaders serve for a full-year term, representing the needs and interests of all students at Central Piedmont. They provide feedback to college administrators and committees, support student organizations with funding and resources, and support the campus SGA Councils in their work on all of Central Piedmont’s campuses, and even in our remote learning environment.
Learn about this year’s SGA candidates and cast your vote next week! SGA elections are currently being held online September 15 at 8:01am through Sept. 17 at 11:59pm. All positions are elected by the student body (Central Piedmont employees do not vote).
Questions? Contact student.life@cpcc.edu.
Interested in becoming a global citizen? Join the NC Scholars of Global Distinction Program.
This honors program is a partnership between UNC Chapel Hill and other NC Community Colleges which prepares students for the global job market. Through NC Scholars of Global Distinction, students are able to enhance leadership, communication and presentation skills. Students who complete the program are exposed to globalized coursework, international events and a global immersion. These components not only benefit students educationally, but also impact them personally.
Check out this NC Scholars Presentation to learn details about the program. For questions and more information, contact Julie.Grahl@cpcc.edu
During this time where we’re all online together, it’s still possible to stay connected to each other and to Central Piedmont. Let Student Life & Service-Learning offer you some easy ways to maintain your connections virtually!
Questions? Ideas? Email student.life@cpcc.edu and let us know!
Student Life is excited to host the first virtual Student Resources Week. We recognize the challenges that can come with taking classes remotely. Join us for Student Resources week, September 8 through 11, to learn from the many different resources the college offers to help you succeed as a student at Central Piedmont.
Throughout the week, you can watch videos about each support resource on FlipGrid. In their video, each support service will introduce themselves and what they offer. Student Life staff will also be available on Zoom each day from 3:30–4:30 p.m. to answer your questions.
As part of participating in Student Resources Week, you can enter to win one of three Apple AirPods with wired charging case.
To participate, join us for the Zoom meeting each day, or go directly to FlipGrid to submit any questions regarding the resources available. You will need to sign in using your Central Piedmont login credentials. Learn more about Student Resources Week.
For more information, please contact John.Gomez@cpcc.edu.
The exhibit on our Harper Campus is showcased at Harper IV and features glass work from artist John Geci. Geci is a glassblower near Penland School of Craft in Western North Carolina. Having been a student and a studio assistant to local glassblowers, Geci learned a diverse array of techniques and approaches to the material becoming a master to his craft. His exhibit features 13 beautifully crafted glass vessels that capture his vision of static motion. His contemporary blown glass pieces illuminate the gallery with stunning color variation and striking patterns. His exhibit is also featured alongside the two-dimensional works of Tom Stanley at Harper Campus.
The exhibit on our Central Campus is located in the North Classroom Building and features work from artist Barbel Brooks in an exhibit called “Fused Imagination”. Brooks discovered her lifelong passion when beginning to fuse glass 20 years ago. As her art evolved her focus continued to expand with specific areas of inspiration in water, color, and culture. Her travels along the majestic seas, personal life experience, and background in chemistry and physics have had an influence on her artwork and have brought her pieces to life. This exhibit ranges from decorative glass plates to vibrant wall hangings which can stand alone as well as complement its counterparts. This solo exhibit uses glass with fusing techniques to create unique artwork capturing her infinite colorful imagination.Central Piedmont is hosting a food share event on Harris Campus, where members of our community can get access to FREE food! The best part is, you don’t even have to leave your car, because it’s a Drive-Thru event!
Join us Friday, September 11 between 10:30 – 11:30 am.
Advance registration is required. Register Today!
We are offering Halal and Vegetarian option boxes upon request through the registration process. This event has been made possible by the Building Bridges Grant through the Interfaith Youth Core and our collaboration with Loaves & Fishes. The purpose of the grant and this event is to build bridges of understanding in the concept of religious pluralism while responding to the COVID-19 and food insecurity pandemics.
Please contact Jesse.Bennett@cpcc.edu with any questions or for more information.
Elections for new officers of the Central Piedmont’s Student Government Association Executive Committee are underway, and all currently enrolled curriculum students are able to cast their vote! SGA leaders serve for a full-year term, representing the needs and interests of all students at Central Piedmont. They provide feedback to college administrators and committees, support student organizations with funding and resources, and support the campus SGA Councils in their work on all of Central Piedmont’s campuses, and even in our remote learning environment.
Candidate information and voting links can be found here. SGA elections will be held online Tuesday, September 8 through Thursday, September 10. All positions are elected by the student body (Central Piedmont employees do not vote).
Questions? Contact student.life@cpcc.edu
With classes, work, personal lives, COVID-19, protests, and politics impacting us each day, how do we manage that stress so we can continue to be happy and productive? This workshop goes over ways in which anxiety helps and harms, how anxiety functions, and offers tools and resources to help face the stresses we experience each day. Stress is an unavoidable part of life, but that does not mean it has to defeat us.
Join Counseling Services for the upcoming workshop “Coping with Stress During Stressful Times” on Tuesday, August 25!
Pre-registration required with limited spots. Sign up today through Sign Up Genius!
Webex meeting information will be emailed to participants prior to the workshop. Download the Webex app to your phone or access from a computer.
Please contact Michael Burson at Michael.burson@cpcc.edu with any questions or concerns.
Interested in community issues, service, and developing your own leadership skills? Join the Rotaract Club! Interest meetings are being held virtually on Wednesday, August 19 & August 26 at 3pm. For more information contact: Lindsey.Graves@cpcc.edu.
Have questions about how to enroll at Central Piedmont? How to register for courses? Want to know more about student life opportunities?
Get answers to these questions and more or get connected to the service you need — join us for a virtual Central Piedmont drop-in question and answer session.
AVAILABLE SESSIONS
Each session will be available for 30 minutes. There is no sign up or registration — on the day and time of the session you want to join, simply click the link for that session. Learn more about the available drop-in sessions scheduled throughout the week. (We will continue to add information for upcoming sessions).
Central Piedmont staff will be available to answer your questions and guide you to helpful resources.