PBS Charlotte and the Young Leaders Council are proud to host the 2022 Young Professionals Day on March 19 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. for local area students. Come and learn important skills such as where to find the job that you want, writing an outstanding resume, and how to stand out from the crowd in an interview.Central Piedmont is dedicated to helping students from all backgrounds succeed in reaching their goals, which includes graduating with a strong work ethic, high technical skills, and the knowledge needed to compete in a global economy. Whether its advanced manufacturing, early childhood education, nursing, or technology-intensive operations, such as information technology or life sciences – Central Piedmont brings employers and employees together. Our career education programs are designed with students in mind.
Check out the first episode of a new student-inspired video series called, “Putting the Work in Workforce Development”.
The Office of Mentoring and Bridge is offering its ‘Bring Your “A” Game’ program to the entire campus! Bring Your “A” Game is a bi-weekly program where students get together to talk about issues going on that affect students. If you are looking for a group of peers to talk with this is the perfect opportunity for you.
North Carolina artist Zaire McPhearson brings “A Fall From Grace,’” to Central Piedmont Community College’s Overcash Art Gallery, located on the college’s Central Campus. The exhibition tells the story of a charismatic movement known as the “Prayer Band,” through the voices of the African American women who experienced it firsthand. This movement evolved from a traditional Christian-based organization, The First Church of God in Christ, but soon the woman leading a noonday prayer meeting reshaped the group and formed her own ministry, calling herself the Queen of the South. She considered herself to be the voice of God and a direct intermediary between God and the women in the “Prayer Band.”
McPhearson’s exhibition gives a voice to the women silenced by mental, physical, and emotional abuse and tells of their long recovery back to their faith. McPhearson, who has a personal relationship with these incredible women, expertly portrays their complex stories through her photography, painting, sculptures, and stained glass works.
Multi-media visual and performance artist Thomas Pickarski will bring his exhibition to the Central Piedmont Community College Overcash Art Gallery, located on the college’s Central Campus, to take visitors on his journey through the fragile arctic landscape with a series of photographs depicting the eternal beauty of icebergs. Intrigued by the happenstance of abstracted forms in nature, Thomas Pickarski found himself drawn to the sculptural magnificence of icebergs and the otherworldliness of the landscape in which they exist.
Pickarski waited till late in August before making his journey through the arctic ice to better capture the quality of soft light that occurs in the last hours of twilight, known as The Blue Hour. In The Blue Hour, he is able to photograph deep shades of blue that portray the ethereal beauty of icebergs. Students and visitors to the gallery can experience the splendor of these natural sculptures through Pickarski’s expert photography.
As you begin a new semester, it’s important to keep informed about exciting college updates, new support services, scholarship opportunities, and beneficial college events and programs.
Now more than ever, it’s incredibly important to remain connected.Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and LinkedIn to stay informed and connected to the Central Piedmont community. We are here to help you reach your academic goals this spring!
Check out these links for help in getting started:
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All support services – including counseling, advising, financial aid assistance, career planning, basic needs services – are available in-person and virtually. Visit the Current Students page for contact information. Don’t hesitate to call or email the department you need to let us know how we can help.
Our Central Piedmont Student Engagment team is here to help! Information tables will be set up at all six campuses during the first week of spring classes should you need help finding classes or getting questions answered.
Please download the Central Piedmont app as soon as possible to stay informed, have access to your schedule, campus maps, and know about all the fun things happening on our campuses for students.
At Central Campus, the information table will be located on Elizabeth Avenue in front of Parking Deck 3.
At all other campuses, tables will be set up in main entry points on campus. Look for our staff and faculty to assist you with any questions you might have.
We look forward to serving you on campus in the upcoming weeks!
Nervous about taking your first online course in Brightspace, Central Piedmont’s new Learning Management System?
We can help! Our one hour, virtual instructional sessions will give you hands-on experience with Brightspace.
These sessions will demonstrate how to:
These sessions are open to all students. We think you should strongly consider signing up for this additional help if you:
We also encourage you to use the Brightspace Resource Guide for extra help if needed.
Our goal is to make sure you are comfortable with the tools you need to be successful in class. We can’t wait to see you there!
View the Brightspace practice sessions schedule and register today.
Central Piedmont is devoted to helping you start the semester strong and have the best learning experience possible. All support services – including counseling, advising, financial aid assistance, career planning, basic needs services – are available in-person and virtually. Visit the Current Students page for contact information. Don’t hesitate to call or email the department you need to let us know how we can help.
Welcome Centers will be open Monday– Friday, 8 a.m.– 6 p.m., at the following locations:
Please remember, all academic and student support services are available online.
We also strongly recommend you download the Central Piedmont app if you have not already. The app is a great way to stay informed, access your schedule, find campus maps, and check your Central Piedmont email.
If you visit us on campus, remember to wear a face covering and complete the weekly health acknowledgement form on Monday of each upcoming week. The Health Acknowledgement form resets every Monday, so please complete the form every Monday morning of each week you’ll be on campus.
Welcome to the spring 2022 semester! We look forward to seeing you on campus.
Interpersonal Violence is defined as the intentional use of physical force or power against other persons by an individual or small group of individuals. Interpersonal violence may be physical, sexual, or psychological. Counseling Services wants to support students, engage in meaningful conversations, and empower students to work toward healthy solutions. Join us this spring semester!
Who is this group for?
What should you expect?
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Complete an interest form to receive additional information regarding upcoming sessions.
If you have any questions or concerns, please email brittany.lutton@cpcc.edu.
For the 2022 tax season, Single Stop has partnered with the Central Piedmont Accounting & Finance Program to offer VITA Free Tax Services to eligible students and individuals in the Central Piedmont community. If your household income in 2021 was $72,000 or less, you could qualify to have your taxes prepared and submitted through the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program for free.
Mark your calendars! Starting January 24th, 2022 through April 14th, 2022, you can take advantage of this FREE tax preparation service. Appointments will take place in-person in the Overcash Building, Room 232 on the Central Campus. Walk-ins will be accepted based on availability.
Please monitor the Single Stop webpage this month for available hours and the calendar link to schedule your appointment!
Questions? Call 704-330-6435.
Despite social distancing, the end of the year is still a great opportunity to build connections that elevate your career. With so many people working and attending school virtually, people are easier to contact online than ever before. Check out this short video to learn quick tips like these:
Put together a nice holiday/New Year’s message to touch base with your network, like former instructors, coworkers, and supervisors
Ask your network for names of people you should know
Develop your LinkedIn profile (see page 8 in the Career Guide) and find us at Central Piedmont Career Services
Reach out to professionals doing what interests you for a virtual informational interview or brief chat about their career journey
Want to know more?
Central Piedmont Career Services Career Guide features information about building connections in the “Introducing You” section beginning on page 5.
Read a quick article with holiday networking tips.
Watch our 3-minute video for more expert tips!
Meet with a career counselor. We will be open until December 23. Get in touch with us. Career Services helps you elevate your career!
Central Piedmont is excited to announce North Carolina’s Longleaf Commitment Grant, a program that was previously only available to 2021 North Carolina high school graduates who planned to attend one of state’s “Great 58” community colleges during the 2021-2022 academic year, is now open to eligible 2020 high school graduates.
Thanks to the addition of the Class of 2020, even more high school graduates now are eligible to receive grant funds – not a loan – to cover tuition and fees that may be applied toward a degree or to attain transfer credit.
Full-time eligible students are guaranteed to receive $700 to $2,800 per academic year, for a total of two years. Part-time students may receive a partial award. The Longleaf Commitment Grant ends at the conclusion of the 2023 spring semester.
“The Longleaf Grant helped me by saving me money,” said Leila Turner, a grant recipient and Central Piedmont student. “And the process [to apply] was easy!”
In addition, the Longleaf Commitment program will provide matching grants to affiliated colleges to help the institutions expand their student advising, success coaching, and related services to support student success after students have enrolled.
Learn more about the North Carolina Longleaf Commitment Grant, including its eligibility requirements, and get connected to helpful resources.
For the 2022 tax season, Single Stop has partnered with the Central Piedmont Accounting & Finance Program to offer VITA Free Tax Services to eligible students and individuals in the Central Piedmont community. If your household income in 2021 was $72,000 or less, you could qualify to have your taxes prepared and submitted through the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program for free.
Mark your calendars! Starting January 24th, 2022 through April 14th, 2022, you can take advantage of this FREE tax preparation service. Appointments will take place in-person in the Overcash Building, Room 232 on the Central Campus. Walk-ins will be accepted based on availability.
Please monitor the Single Stop webpage in early January 2022 for available hours and the calendar link to schedule your appointment!
Questions? Call 704-330-6435.
Congratulations to the newest members of the Phi Lambda Chapter of Phi Theta Kappa international honor society. Our Phi Lambda chapter at Central Piedmont held an in-person Induction Ceremony on Monday, Nov. 22 in the Halton Theater at Central Campus.
We were thrilled to celebrate with the students who joined us to cross the stage. The ceremony included new members from the fall 2021 induction class, as well as students from previous semesters who had been recognized with Spring 2021 Phi Theta Kappa Induction Ceremony videos during COVID considerations.
Students who are eligible for membership with Phi Theta Kappa have completed at least 12 curriculum credit hours at Central Piedmont and maintain a minimum 3.5 cumulative GPA. To date, 233 students have become new members of the Phi Lambda chapter for the fall 2021 semester. Members who joined by Nov. 21 were included in the printed program linked below. Students who are eligible to join Phi Theta Kappa this semester may continue to accept membership through Dec. 31, 2021. The Phi Lambda chapter will invite eligible students into membership again starting in February 2022.
Thank you to Dr. Heather Hill and Dr. Tracy Moore for joining chapter advisors Dr. Beau Bowers and Jennifer Conway on stage to help celebrate our inductees. We appreciate that we were able to livestream the ceremony for family and guests to watch socially distanced. Students who were able to attend crossed the stage, signed their name in our record book, and were given a scroll and commemorative pen.
View the live stream of the Phi Theta Kappa Induction Ceremony (40 minutes, audio improves at the 1:30 minute mark)
Registration is now open for all new and returning students. High-demand sections are beginning to fill up – register now to save your spot this spring! The college continues to offer a variety of classes – in-person, online, and hybrid- so you can find the right fit for your schedule.
Save your seat today! Here’s how:
James W. Allison Classroom Dedication, Zeiss, Room 102, November 10th, 2021
Central Piedmont Community College recognized James “Jim” W. Allison, a long-time Central Piedmont benefactor and respected Charlotte lawyer, by naming Room 1221 of the Zeiss Building on the college’s Central Campus, the “James W. Allison Classroom” in honor of his 17-year relationship with the college.
The college will use Room 1221 for paralegal technology instruction beginning in 2022, when its paralegal program relocates from Cato Campus to Central Campus. The classroom naming aligns perfectly with Mr. Allison’s professional interests – he dedicated his career to working as a business lawyer, working primarily for Johnston, Allison & Hord PA. There, he helped counsel a number of clients representing the higher education, real estate, and healthcare fields – including Central Piedmont Community College.
Over the years, Mr. Allison has served as the college’s legal counsel, helping its leadership acquire facilities/property across the county to help expand its footprint to meet the needs of students and the community.
However, his contributions to the college’s growth extend beyond his legal work. He and his wife Judy – a Central Piedmont Board of Trustees member since 2010 – have generously donated their time and resources to Central Piedmont, establishing the Judith N. & James W. Allison Endowed Scholarship to support students in the paralegal program (with a veteran preference), and the Johnston, Allison & Hord Scholarship to support students in the college’s paralegal program.
“Jim and Judy have been generous supporters of the college, establishing endowed scholarship funds to extend opportunities to financially-needy students in our paralegal program,” said Kandi Deitemeyer, president of Central Piedmont. “This generosity has made it possible for numerous students to prepare for meaningful careers as paralegals. The gift to name this classroom will increase available scholarship resources and provide additional life-transforming financial assistance to students.”
Congratulations to Central Piedmont’s Cyber Security Team and program area on its student’s performance at the individual and team level during the National Cyber League Competition, which took place Oct. 8 – Nov. 7, 2021. The team placed 137 out of 927 teams that competed nationwide, beating several four-year universities. In the individual competition, Central Piedmont student Daniel Freeman placed 209th out of 3,667 competitors. This put him in the top 6% nationwide. The other team members placed 1,225, 1,826 and 1,870 respectively.
Events like the National Cyber League Competition expose students to industry partners who may provide them with internships and full-time jobs – jobs are one of the best completion statuses our students can have.
Learn more about the National Cyber League and its competitions.
Join Central Piedmont’s Global Learning office as we celebrate International Education Week.
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.
Don’t miss out on the fun and free events taking place Tuesday, Nov. 16 through –Friday, Nov 19.
Would you like to learn more about great careers in the area’s most popular industry sectors? Would you like to talk directly to professionals in careers that interest you? Join us each month at the Business and Accounting Student Leadership Series to learn real-world experiences and success stories from industry partners and professionals.
Different programs and featured guests will share their experiences and answer questions. Central Piedmont Career Services professionals will also share tips on how to land the top jobs in the industry. This is an exciting opportunity to learn, network, and become a leader in your chosen career field.