Join Career Services for Career Connect: Future Proof Your Career – Employer Point of View on AI Job Search & Trends to learn how AI is reshaping recruitment and how you can stay ahead of the game!
Event Details:
🗓️ Tue., Oct. 29
🕐 1 – 2 p.m.
📍 Central Campus, Parr Center, Room 0060
The workshop will be led by Erin Elks, Talent Acquisition Director at the YMCA. Show up at least 5 minutes early to make a great impression!
👉 Register Here
On Oct. 17, 2024, Central Piedmont students had the unique opportunity to attend a luncheon with H.E. Sheikh Meshal Bin Hamad Al-Thani, Ambassador of Qatar to the U.S. Through his insights, students learned about diplomacy and Qatar’s pivotal role in fostering cooperation between the U.S. and the Middle East.
This event, supported by the Center for Global Engagement, allowed students to expand their knowledge of international relations, engage in discussions, and practice professional etiquette. Catherine Marrow, Associate Dean of Hospitality, accompanied and guided the students for a meaningful experience.
The Center for Global Engagement and Office of Mentoring & Coaching are offering monthly virtual through May 2025. Each session will explore a UN Sustainable Development Goal (SDG), focusing on a different African country.
The next exchange on Wed., Nov. 6, 12:30 – 2 p.m., will focus on SDG 3: Good Health & Well-Being in Tanzania. Hear from Margaret Kenyi, founder of Step by Step Learning Centre, followed by peer discussions with African college students.
👉 Register here or contact global.learning@cpcc.edu with questions.
Central Piedmont’s Center for Global Engagement is offering exciting Summer 2025 programs, including:
All applications for 2025 are officially open, deadline to apply December 10, 2025.
These programs are open to students 18 and older, employees, and community members. Some scholarships are available for students. Please email the Center for Global Engagement with questions or call 704-330-6167.
For more details and to apply, visit the Center for Global Engagement website!
If you haven’t completed our branding/marketing survey yet, you’re in luck—the deadline has been extended to Wed., Oct. 23! 🎉
By participating, you’ll be eligible to win a $100 Amazon gift card. Your responses will be confidential and will help shape the college’s marketing strategy. Our research partner, Candescence, will analyze the results.
👉 Begin the survey now and share your valuable feedback. Thank you for participating!
Career Services has been excited to see the enthusiasm from students to secure an internship this academic year! Here are some FAQs for
students as they begin their internship search:
When should I get an internship?
📅 After completing 2-3 semesters to build skills in your field.
Where can I find internships?
🔗 Use Handshake to search! Network with on-campus recruiters, and high schoolers can check with their guidance counselors.
Who can help?
🙌 Contact the Office of Workplace Learning for credit-based internships. Career Services will help with resumes and interviews!
Not ready for an internship?
✨ Try job shadowing or Service-Learning opportunities to explore careers.
In Room 23, Central Piedmont’s Criminal Justice Technology Instructor and former U.S. Secret Service agent Sean Quarmby delivers an electrifying espionage novel filled with twists and real-world authenticity. When a Master Engraver goes missing, protagonist John Quinlan is thrust into a covert mission to dismantle a counterfeit conspiracy. But the stakes rise as Quinlan uncovers a terrifying assassination plot against the U.S. president and North Korea’s Supreme Leader. This gripping thriller navigates international intrigue, weaving through the CIA, NSA, and MI-5. Buckle up for an unforgettable ride!
Room 23 is available for preorder purchase online at Amazon.com and BarnesandNoble.com. It will be released on October 29th. For more information about the author, please visit seanquarmby.com.
City View students, mark your calendars! Get your professional portrait photos on Mon., Oct. 21 from noon to 2 p.m. 📅🕛. This is a great opportunity to have photos for both personal and professional use.
For questions, reach out to John Gomez at John.Gomez@cpcc.edu.
🎓 Transfer Tuesdays Are Back at Central Piedmont!We’re excited to announce that Transfer Tuesdays have resumed! This is your chance to meet with College and University partners who can help guide your transfer journey. Make sure to check out the full schedule of events to see which schools will be on campus and when.
Mark your calendars for Mon, Oct. 21 through Fri, Oct. 25! Central Piedmont is hosting a variety of events during National Transfer Student Week to help you navigate the transfer process. Whether you’re looking to transfer after finishing your program or just want to learn more about your options, these events are designed to help you succeed.
One of the highlights of National Transfer Student Week is the annual Fall Transfer Fair. Here are the details:
At the fair, you’ll have the chance to connect with representatives from various colleges and universities, learn about admissions requirements, academic programs, student life, and more. This is a fantastic opportunity to get all the information you need to make your transfer process smooth and successful. 🎯💡
Looking for a fun and relaxing way to express yourself? Join us for a Cricut Crafting session where you can design your own tote or pencil pouch with a mental health theme! 👜✏️
It’s a perfect opportunity to unwind, get creative, and take home something special that you made yourself!
For any questions, reach out to Brittany Lutton at brittany.lutton@cpcc.edu.
Don’t miss out on this chance to craft something meaningful while connecting with fellow students. We can’t wait to see what you create! 🌟
What’s Happening: Microsoft Edge security policy and standardization.
What You Need to Do
If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact the ITS Service Desk.
October is Pedestrian Safety Month and National Crime Prevention Month. As part of Central Piedmont’s commitment to creating a safe campus environment, we encourage everyone to remain vigilant and proactive in protecting themselves and others.
Here are a few tips to keep in mind:
Pedestrian Safety
Crime Prevention
Your safety is our priority — stay informed and take steps to protect yourself. Together, we can maintain a safe and secure campus environment.
Join us on Thu., Oct. 17 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Central Campus, Parr Student Union for the annual Wellness Fair! 🌟 This exciting event will feature:
It’s a great opportunity to learn new ways to stay healthy and connect with local health experts. Don’t miss out on this day of wellness and community!
Join us at the Parr Center for on-the-spot mini counseling sessions designed to boost your mental health awareness and well-being in a welcoming environment. 🌿
🕒 15-minute mini-counseling sessions available on the spot!
These sessions will focus on immediate concerns and provide information on follow-up services.
📅 Date: Tues., Oct. 15
⏰ Time: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
📍 Location: Central Campus, Parr Center, 2nd floor
Take a moment for yourself and drop by for a quick chat—no appointment necessary! 💚
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month and this week’s topic is Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Deepfakes.
With advancements in AI technology comes the emergence of deepfakes.
What are deepfakes? Deepfakes are AI-generated images, videos, or audio that convincingly imitate real people, often altering their appearance, speech, or actions. Using machine learning algorithms, deepfakes can superimpose a person’s face onto another body or synthesize their voice to create fake, yet seemingly authentic, content.
Here are some tips to remember while interacting with AI and recognizing deepfakes.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Service Desk via the client portal.
Central Piedmont’s Massage Therapy students are offering 60-minute massages to faculty, staff, and students from Nov. 18 – Dec. 5 (closed Nov. 28-29). This is a great opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience!
The Artists Music Guild Heritage Awards are happening on Sat., Oct. 26 at the Halton Theater on Central Campus. We need volunteers to help make the event a success! Roles include:
Volunteers should wear a Central Piedmont T-shirt, black pants, and black shoes.
To sign up for available shifts, please fill out this form.
Celebrate American Archives Month with a fun afternoon of transcribing historic student publications! Join us to transcribe The Spark, which ran from 1976 to 2005. All participants will receive a free Central Piedmont-branded tote bag and cup! 🎁
No registration required! Open to students, staff, and faculty. For questions, email archives@cpcc.edu.
Central Piedmont’s Truist Honors Scholars presented at the North Carolina Honors Association (NCHA) Conference on a variety of topics that aligned with their personal interests, career interests, and programs of study. Scholars supported one another from abstract development to presentation day to ensure everyone was prepared. The community and camaraderie were a joy to witness!
A huge congratulations to Tiffany Zamora who won the Best Oral Presentation Award for the NCHA 2024 Conference!
Title of Presentation: A Paradise for Predation: A Sociological Examination of Solid Rock Church as a Microcosm of Religious Abuse
One judge’s comments are as follows: “Tiffany’s presentation was fantastic—well-researched, clear, and powerful. She brilliantly balanced the facts of the case she analyzed and clergy sexual misconduct more broadly with a strong theoretical and sociological analysis. Her presentation style was engaging, as she had the audience enraptured with her research and analysis, which were of advanced quality. The Q&A led to rich discussion and more information about Tiffany’s website and advocacy work, and she handled audience questions with confidence and grace. This was an exceptional presentation!!”
Central Piedmont’s student arts and literature magazine, The Hammer, is now accepting submissions for short fiction, poetry, and creative non-fiction! 📖🎨
Submission Details:
Submit from Oct. 7 to Mar. 31 and showcase your creative talent!