Stop by “De-Stress Week” before exams

Student playing cornhole and another student smiling as she pulls a block from a tall jenga tower game.It’s almost the end of the spring semester, so it’s crunch time, and you probably need a break! Take a moment to de-stress, re-focus, or relax at some of these selected events from Student Engagement. (Review the full calendar of events).

Cato Campus: Fuel Up For Finals!
Drop by for a Grab N’ Go Breakfast & Coffee.
Monday, April 24, 9 – 11 a.m., Outside Cato III

Levine Campus: De-Stress Pop-In Event
Drop into Student Engagement for coffee, canvas painting, and board games!
Monday, April 24, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m., Levine Student Engagement Office (LV 1400)

Central Campus: Monday Mixer
Join Campus Activities Board as they kick off DeStress Week. There will be games, food, and good times!
Monday, April 24, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Worrell 1140

Harper Campus: Colorful Mindfulness
Join Student Engagement and Counseling Services in the library! We will have grab-n-go mindfulness kits, and information to help combat stress.
Monday, April 24, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Harper IV Building – Library

Central Campus : Fuel-up For Finals
Join Campus Activities Board as they handout snacks to help you stay full for finals!
Tuesday, April 25, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m., Parr Center Quad

Harper Campus: Cereal Brunch
Join Student Engagement and Counseling Services for our end-of-year cereal brunch! Visit our cereal bar, with six different cereals to choose from, or grab a gluten-free treat or some fresh fruit.  Get-to-know-you games will be provided, along with information about resources available to you at the College.
Tuesday, April 25, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Harper IV Building, Room 102

Cato Campus: Crafts & Conversations
Join Student Engagement as we provide supplies and direction for a MYSTERY craft. Stop by with your creative energy, meet new people on campus and enjoy light refreshments.
Tuesday, April 25, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., Student Engagement Office ; Cato III – 021

Levine Campus: Final’s Field Day
Enjoy the warm weather with us at Final’s Field Day! Join us on the back patio for games, pizza, and music.
Tuesday, April 25, 12 – 3 p.m., Levine Campus Outdoor Back Patio

Levine Campus: Breakfast Grab n’ Go & Coloring
Fuel up for finals and relax with Student Engagement. Stop by for breakfast to take a study break and color with us!
Wednesday, April 26, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m., Levine I Atrium

Harris Campus: Yoga Class
We will have a relaxing Yoga class. Bring your Yoga mat and any other tools you need.
Wednesday, April 26, 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., Harris I

Central Campus: DeStress Fair
Wednesday, April 26, 1 – 4 p.m., Parr Center Quad

Cato: Finals Field Day
Come play Jenga, corn hole and more! We’ll have a DIY Waffle Bar, drinks and music.
Thursday, April 27, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m., outside Cato

Levine Campus Fire Drill April 10-14

The college will be holding a fire drill at Levine campus next week (April 10-14). During the fire evacuation drill you will hear the fire alarm sound, see strobe lights flashing, and hear voice commands to evacuate, coming from both building captains and Central Piedmont Security. Please evacuate outside to the nearest rally point sign.

We ask for your full cooperation during these drills. The expected duration for each drill will be approximately 10-15 minutes. 

Employers Recruiting at Central Piedmont in April

Employers want to hire you!  These events and more are on Handshake, click the company’s name to register for the event and get more information on their available positions.

Handshake currently has 137 paid internships, 650 full time jobs and 222 part time jobs in the Charlotte area. New opportunities are posted daily.

Date

Time

Company

Looking for

Location

4/5

10 a.m.- 1 p.m.

Novant Health

RN Residency Program Summer 2023, Care Associate, Certified Nurse Assistant and more

First Floor of Parr Center (Central Campus), next to the Information Desk

4/5

10 a.m.- 1 p.m.

Swim Club Management

Lifeguard, manager, guest service attendant, pool technician

Cato Campus, Cato III Building, First Floor

4/5

10 a.m.- 1 p.m.

Chick-fil-A University Place

Front of house and back of house

Merancas Campus, Merancas IV Building, First Floor

4/5

10 a.m.- 1 p.m.

FS Food Group

Server, busser, team member, line cook, prep cook, dishwasher, host

Harper Campus, Harper IV Building, First Floor Lobby

4/5

10 a.m.- 1 p.m.

QuikTrip

Part time and full time store employees, facility maintenance personnel

Levine Campus, Levine III Building, Second Floor Lobby near Library

4/12

10 a.m.- 1 p.m.

Whitewater Center

activities guide, summer camp counselor, guest services representative, facilities technician, dishwasher, server, host, event assistant

First Floor of Parr Center (Central Campus), next to the Information Desk

4/19

10 a.m.- 1 p.m.

Swim Club Management

Lifeguard, manager, guest service attendant, pool technician

First Floor of Parr Center (Central Campus), next to the Information Desk

4/26

10 a.m.- 1 p.m.

FS Food Group

Server, busser, team member, line cook, prep cook, dishwasher, host

First Floor of Parr Center (Central Campus), next to the Information Desk

Donate blood to save a life, get a t-shirt and gift card

The OneBlood "big red bus" to donate blood, sitting in a parking lot with a blue sky in the backgroundDid you know that one blood donation can save up to three lives? You have greater powers than you know! Please consider donating blood at the next blood drive on your campus, April 3 and 5, 10 a.m.- 3 p.m.

All donors will receive a $20 eGift Card (Amazon, Walmart, or many other options) and a OneBlood T-shirt.

Appointments are strongly encouraged by signing up in advance.
Sign up for an appointment time to donate blood using the individual link for your campus:

Monday April 3, 10 a.m.- 3 p.m.:

Wednesday April 5, 10 a.m.- 3 p.m.:

Library Virtual Reality Workshops

Two people standing back to back wearing virtual reality headsets that cover their eyes and holding video controllers.You are invited to the Library to learn about Virtual Reality Technology. Virtual Reality (VR) can enhance your academic journey, as well as unleash your creative side!

Library staff will review safety procedures, guide you through an interactive tutorial, and go over what software is offered.

Workshops will begin the week of March 27 and run for three weeks through April 14.

Virtual Reality Workshops Schedule:

Central Monday: 5-6 p.m. Thursday: 1-2 p.m.
Harper Monday: 10-11 a.m. Thursday:  1-2 p.m.
Harris Tuesday: 12-1 p.m. Thursday: 11a.m.-12 p.m.
Levine Wednesday: 10-11 a.m. Friday: 10-11 a.m.

 

Get hired: Employers visiting campuses in February

Employers want to hire you!  There is a full slate of employers coming to different campuses to meet you in the month of February. These events and more are on Handshake, our job board. To learn more about the employer, or register to attend, please select the company’s name to open that event in Handshake.

Date

Time

Company

Looking for 

Location

2/1

10 a.m.- 1 p.m.

Lowes Food

Foodservice roles, internships

First Floor of Parr Center (Central Campus), next to the Information Desk

2/8

10 a.m.- 1 p.m.

Jet Stream Ground Services

Cargo agent, high lift driver, cabin cleaner

First Floor of Parr Center (Central Campus), next to the Information Desk

2/15

10 a.m.- 1 p.m.

US Coast Guard

Enlisted/ Reserve/Officer in US Coast Guard

First Floor of Parr Center (Central Campus), next to the Information Desk

2/15

10 a.m.- 1 p.m.

Bank of America

Various financial services roles

Levine Building III (Levine Campus), on the second floor near the Library

2/15

10 a.m.- 1 p.m.

Chick-fil-A University Place

Front of house, back of house

Cato Building III (Cato Campus), west side of first floor near art gallery

2/15

10 a.m.- 1 p.m.

Lowes Food

Foodservice roles, internships

Merancas IV Building (Merancas Campus), outside of Student Technology Center on first floor

2/22

10 a.m.- 1 p.m.

Bank of America

Various financial services roles

First Floor of Parr Center (Central Campus), next to the Information Desk

There are thousands of opportunities on our job board Handshake – including paid internships, on-campus, part time, full time and seasonal positions.  Check “events” to find the latest information about employers visiting campus for recruiting throughout the spring semester. Questions about on-campus recruiting? Contact Career Services at 704.330.6588 or career.fair@cpcc.edu.

Career Services has your back if you need help.  If you have questions, please get in touch with us.

‘Meet your Match’ Feb. 14 at Levine Campus spring Transfer Fair

Students talking to reps a t table inside Worrell gymAcademic Advising and Transfer Services, along with Student Engagement, will host the spring College Transfer Fair.

“Meet Your Match” at the College Transfer Fair:

  • Tuesday Feb. 14
  • 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
  • Levine Campus, Levine II Building, Second Floor hallway

There will be approximately 20 colleges and universities from across the states of North and South Carolina represented on campus. Review the list of colleges and universities scheduled to participate.

This event will help you learn more about college transfer admission requirements, programming, student life, how to transfer and much more.

Contact advising@cpcc.edu with any questions.

Meet with your next school on ‘Transfer Tuesdays’

Students talking a college rep on Transfer Tuesday.What are your plans after you finish at Central Piedmont? If you’re looking to transfer to a 4-year school to continue your education, visit with representatives during Transfer Tuesdays to find the school for you and get your questions answered.

Representatives from other North Carolina colleges and universities are visiting Cato, Central, Levine and Merancas Campuses nearly every Tuesday during the spring 2023 semester.

Find out when representatives are visiting each campus and mark your calendar to attend!

Celebrate the spring 2023 semester with Welcome Fests

Central Piedmont Student Engagement invites all students to attend the Welcome Fest at your campus. Stop by to celebrate the beginning of the spring semester!

Various student groups and campus departments will share information and opportunities for you to learn what Central Piedmont has to offer. The event is free and will feature games, snacks, free swag, and more. Meet other students and find ways to connect with your community!

Join the Welcome Fest on your campus:

  • Cato Campus, Cato III: Tuesday, Jan. 31, 12- 2 p.m.
  • Harper Campus, Harper IV: Wednesday, Feb. 1, 11:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m.
  • Harris Campus, Harris I: Thursday, Feb. 2, 11:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m.
  • Central Campus, Parr Center: Tuesday, Feb. 7, 12- 2 p.m.
  • Merancas Campus, Merancas IV: Wednesday, Feb. 8, 11:30 a.m.- 1 p.m.
  • Levine Campus, Levine II, Thursday, Feb. 9, 12- 2 p.m.

Audition for Central Piedmont Theatre: “Lost Girl”

Central Piedmont Theatre announces auditions for its upcoming spring 2023 production of Lost Girl by Kimberly Belfower, directed by Carly McMinn.

AUDITION INFORMATION: All auditionees should prepare a 90-second contemporary monologue. Callbacks will consist of readings of sides from the script.

AUDITION DATE & TIME
March 14 & 16 (Callbacks) from 7- 9 p.m. in Overcash 300 at Central Campus.
March 15, from 4- 6 p.m. in the Georgia Tucker Fine Arts Hall on Central Piedmont’s Levine Campus

PERFORMANCE DATES & TIMES
April 21- 22 and April 27- 29 at 7:30 p.m.
April 23 and 30 at 2:30 p.m.

PLAY SYNOPSIS: Long after returning from Neverland, Wendy decides that she must find Peter in order to reclaim her kiss and move on with her life. Along the way, she meets other girls who went to Neverland and learns she is not alone. A coming-of-age exploration of first love and lasting loss, Lost Girl continues the story of J.M. Barrie’s beloved character – the girl who had to grow up.
ROLES AVAILABLE (6f, 6m)

Review the full details for available roles.

Experience the World — International Education Week 2022

We’re bringing the experiences of the world right here to you Central Piedmont. Join Central Piedmont’s Global Learning office as we celebrate International Education Week here at the college Nov. 14-17 with both on-campus and virtual events to broaden your perspective.

International Education Week is an opportunity to celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide. This joint initiative of the U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Department of Education is part of our efforts to promote programs that prepare students for a global environment.

Stop by to take the survey for free stuff, chance to win gift cards

Your opinion matters! Help us plan for the future building and space needs of Central Piedmont campuses. Participate in the survey about Central Piedmont’s long-term facilities plan for a chance to win one of several $100 Amazon gift cards.
Take the quick survey in-person or online. Students that participate in-person will receive free healthy snacks, giveaways, and can choose to enter the gift card drawing. Take the online survey (and enter the drawing for a chance to win a gift card) before the survey closes on Friday, October 21.
Stop by to take the survey in-person when they visit your campus:
Monday, October 17:
Central Campus- 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Merancas Campus- 1 p.m.- 4 p.m.
Tuesday, October 18:
Harris Campus- 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Harper Campus- 1 p.m.- 4 p.m.
Wednesday, October 19:
Levine Campus- 8 a.m.-12 p.m.
Cato Campus – 1 p.m.- 4 p.m.

Order Ahead and Vouchers now available for on-campus dining

Stylized Green C logo for Canteen Connect and Pay appOrdering food at Central or Levine Campuses? Pay with your phone using the new “Connect & Pay” app that also lets you skip the line and order ahead at Central Piedmont dining locations. All Catalyst coffee bar and Beach & Borough sandwich shop locations are cashless, so payments for food, grab and go items, and beverages can be made only through credit/debit cards, vouchers, and the app. 

The Connect & Pay app allows you to order ahead and customize your favorite campus specialty beverages and food selections, pay, and then pick up at a time that is convenient for you.

Hours of Operation at Central and Levine Campuses:

  • Catalyst coffee bar: Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
  • Beach & Borough sandwich shop: Monday – Friday, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Vouchers for Campus Dining  

The Connect & Pay app can also load money to your account from a debit or credit card for future use at Catalyst coffee bar and Beach & Borough sandwich shop. If you only have access to cash, vouchers for our campus dining locations are available for purchase at the Cashiering Business Office on both Central and Levine Campuses. 

Vouchers may be purchased in $5 and $10 increments. Individual vouchers will expire 7 years from purchase, and if lost, they cannot be replaced. Vouchers can be combined, or added with Connect & Pay or card payments to complete a transaction. The remaining balance of the voucher will be printed on your receipt. At this time, vouchers can’t be added to the Connect & Pay app.

Central Piedmont blood drive was a success

On Thursday, Sept. 15, Central Piedmont hosted a blood drive simultaneously for our entire Central Piedmont community on all six campuses. One Blood, our community partner, is very pleased with the success of the event. They collected from 85 donors which will go on to impact the lives of up to 255 local patients when needed!

OneBlood was able to collect:

  • Central Campus – 15 procedures, 17 products
  • Harper Campus – 11 procedures, 14 products
  • Harris Campus – 6 procedures, 7 products
  • Levine Campus, on the Whole Blood Bus – 24 procedures, 25 products
  • Levine Campus, on the Platelet Bus– l5 procedures, 9 products
  • Merancas Campus – 10 procedures, 12 products
  • Cato Campus – 14 procedures, 15 products

Thank you to everyone who helped donate blood to save lives in our community. Stay tuned for the next blood drive for the opportunity to give again.

The Library celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month and Banned Books Week

The Library recognizes Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15-Oct 15) and Banned BooksLibrarian Cheryl Cole in a penguin suit with a red bow tie, hood with beak, and full penguin feet Week (Sept. 18-24). Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates all Hispanic cultures, traditions, and individuals. Read more in the Library Lib Guide about Hispanic Heritage Month.

Banned Books Week is dedicated to the books who gave their pages and binding to be put up to show that the Freedom to Read is an honorable right. Learn more about banned books in the topic guide.

Prior to a panel discussion on The Freedom to Read and to increase awareness about banned books, Cheryl Coyle, Senior Librarian -Levine Campus Library manager, coordinated a surprise Flash Reading of And Tango Makes Three at Levine and Central Campus dressed in costume.

Looking for a challenge? Test your knowledge by playing Harry Potter Banned Book Trivia. These games created in Kahoot! by librarian Cheryl Coyle will be available to play until Sept. 28.

Harry Potter Trivia 1

Harry Potter Trivia 2

Harry Potter Trivia 3

Tell us how Central Piedmont can serve you better

You could win a prize! The Central Piedmont Strategic Planning Team wants to hear from students about how the college can provide more support, and help serve you–our students–more effectively. Your feedback will help make Central Piedmont a more efficient institution as we strive to provide you with a supportive environment for your education. A door prize will be awarded at each session. 

Coming to a campus near you, visit us on one of these dates to engage in these campus conversations. We look forward to hearing your thoughts and ideas! 

Campus Date Time Location
Merancas Tuesday, Sept. 27 12:30-1:30 p.m. CJ building Auditorium
Levine Wednesday, Sept. 28 12:30-1:30 p.m. Levine II, Room 2302
Harper Thursday, Sept. 29 12:30-1:30 p.m. Harper I, Room 108
Cato Friday, Sept. 30 9:30-10 a.m. Cato III, Room 131
Harris Wednesday, Oct. 5 12-1 p.m. Harris I, Room 1222
City View Wednesday, Oct. 5 2:30-3:30 p.m. OA 130-A

 

Meet with your next school on ‘Transfer Tuesdays’

Students talking a college rep at Transfer Fair

College Transfer Fair

What are your plans after you finish at Central Piedmont? If you’re looking to transfer to a 4-year school to continue your education, visit with representatives during Transfer Tuesdays to find the school for you and get your questions answered.

Find out when representatives are visiting each campus and mark your calendar to attend!

Share your thoughts for a free t-shirt and lunch

We want to hear from you! We value your feedback and want to learn more about your experience with Central Piedmont and your college-decision process. Your feedback will help us focus our marketing efforts to better connect with current and future students.

You can attend an in-person focus group at Cato, Central, or Levine Campus. All participants will receive a free pizza lunch and a Central Piedmont t-shirt. Sign up on this form to let us know your availability. All selected participants will be contacted to confirm their participation.

Donate blood and save a life

one blood big red bus for blood donationsDid you know that one blood donation can save up to three lives? You have greater powers than you know! Please consider donating blood at the next blood drive, September 15, at all campus locations. All donors will receive a $20 eGift Card, a OneBlood T-shirt, and socks.

When: Thursday, September 15, 2022, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Where: All Central Piedmont Campuses
How: Appointments are strongly encouraged by signing up in advance. Select your campus location, and choose an available time to sign-up:

Cato Campus 

Central Campus

Harper Campus

Harris Campus

Levine Campus

Levine Campus Platelet Bus

Merancas Campus

Questions? Contact: Jesse.Bennett@cpcc.edu