The student club “PRIDE Alliance” is active for the spring semester and will hold an interest meeting on Friday, February 10, at Central Campus.
Decide who will represent you on Student Government Association (SGA) for the 2022–23 school year! In the election, you will choose your SGA president and vice president, public information officer, and secretary.
Cast your vote beginning 8 a.m. on Tuesday, April 19th. The election closes at 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, April 21st. To learn more about SGA and this year’s candidates visit the Student Government Association page.
Get ready for an afternoon of music, games, and free food on the campus nearest to you! Meet your Student Life coordinators and find out ways you can be involved on campus. A limited number of free lunches will be provided on a first come first serve bases.
Spring Fest Dates and Times:
Central Piedmont offers you a ton of ways to get involved, make friends, do good for others, and have fun. Check out the Student Life Calendar of events for location details and many other unique experiences on each campus during the semester.
Did 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 Central Campus. All donors will receive a $20 eGift Card, a OneBlood T-shirt, and a Wellness Checkup.
Join us on Tuesday, April 19 from 10:00 a.m – 2 p.m., for the OneBlood Blood Drive on the Overcash Lawn on Central Campus.
Appointments are strongly encouraged. Reserve an appointment or contact Jesse.Bennett@cpcc.edu with questions.
The Student Government Association is excited to announce that the application period for the SGA executive committee is now open.
Apply Now! All Central Piedmont students are members of the SGA and are represented by elected student officers. This is your opportunity to become an officer – be involved in the democratic process and create a positive change for yourself and for students across the college.
Students who take on leadership roles in SGA serve as advocates for the student body, make budget recommendations, hear funds requests from student organizations and support programs and activities in Student Engagement. You will have the opportunity to grow as a leader, work with diverse issues and have fun while you’re doing it!
Submit your application today. The deadline to apply is Friday, April 8th at 5 pm. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
The Central Piedmont fellows of the Charlotte Racial Justice Consortium invite you to the first ever student-led Racial Healing Circle at Central Piedmont. The purpose of Racial Healing Circles are to introduce and practice a process by which we can embrace our common humanity, work from a place of mutual love and respect, learn to see ourselves in one another, and approach difficult issues of race through the lens of empathy rather than the lens of sympathy.
What to expect during the healing circle: A session of both group interactions and smaller, more intimate conversations between two participants. The experience relies on intentional listening. It may be an emotional, even transformational, experience for participants, as conversations can unearth truths and conscious and unconscious biases. It can also raise the awareness, consciousness, compassion, and empathy among those who participate.
Register for the Racial Healing Circle today.
To create a space of respect, truth, and empathy, you will need to agree to stay for the entire time and to have your camera on.
*Space is limited. Maximum of 16 students and 10 faculty/staff members will be able to participate. Selection will be based on the time of your registration (register early!)
Please contact Jesse.Bennett@cpcc.edu with any questions.
Spring is already off to a fast start. Do you know where to go for support? Still have questions about your campus? Which clubs and organizations can help you reach your goals?
Join Student Engagement for Welcome Week Events January 31 – February 3! Stop by the closest Student Engagement table to spin a prize wheel to win free t-shirts and other goodies. While you’re there, learn all about exciting campus events and find ways to get involved with clubs and organizations. Here are the table locations:
To close out Welcome Week, attend the virtual Student Resource Day on Feb 3rd from 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. via Zoom meeting. Student Engagement Coordinators will be available to answer questions, connect you with other college departments, and introduce you to student clubs and organizations that peek your interest in breakout groups. Please join us – here’s how:
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!
Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) is a new student organization at Central Piedmont open to all majors and designed to foster and promote Leadership, Professionalism, and Career Readiness.
Students participating in FBLA will have an opportunity to:
Students may join today by completing a quick application.
For additional information, email faculty advisors Faye Harvin or Mike Grier.
Are you interested in racial equity and making a difference in our community? Central Piedmont is now accepting applications for the Central Piedmont Racial Justice Fellows Program for the 2021-2022 academic year. We will be hiring/engaging four Central Piedmont Racial Justice Fellows who will be part of the Charlotte Racial Justice Consortium (CRJC), composed of five universities – Central Piedmont Community College, Johnson C. Smith University, Johnson & Wales University – Charlotte Campus, Queens University of Charlotte, and the University of North Carolina Charlotte.
This is a paid stipend position that requires about 10 hours a week. Hours are flexible but students must be available on Wednesdays from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm to meet with the larger consortium and campus cohort.
Students will receive racial equity and racial healing training/education, develop leadership skills to create a more comprehensive narrative on race, and experience and learn how to facilitate racial healing circles.
Don’t wait – submit your application today! (Applications are due by September 13th)
Contact Jesse Bennett, jesse.bennett@cpcc.edu, for more information!
Are you ready to start the semester off right? If so, make sure to attend the Student Resource Day virtually on Sep 2nd from 2:30 p.m – 4:30 p.m. via Zoom meeting. As part of the Student Resources Week, any current students who participate will be entered to win one of five $25 Amazon Gift Cards.
Several student support departments will be answering questions and sharing important information to any students that join the Zoom meeting. Each department will have their own breakout rooms within Zoom for students to join. Join us to learn about the fantastic resources available to all current students on Sept 2!
How to Participate:
Any student attending the Zoom Meetings will automatically get entered for the sweepstake. Students are encouraged to use their cell phones, laptops and desktops as long as they have an integrated camera to record their responses.
You must be a Central Piedmont student. (Staff, Faculty, Part-time and Work Study students are not eligible). Students must record a video sharing something new they learned to enter the sweepstakes. Students can also go directly to FlipGrid to submit video entries if they are not able to attend the ZOOM meeting.
Upload your videos and comments using Flipgrid: (Link not active until Sep 2nd) students can go to this link to submit a recorded response to the department listed. Students must sign in using their student credentials to be able to sign in.
The winners will be contacted by email on Sep 13, 2021.
Questions? Contact John.Gomez@cpcc.edu.
The Campus Activities Board (CAB) is excited for a new year of learning and fun. CAB offers a variety of FREE programs and activities by students – for students. We value the importance of peer to peer connection outside of the classroom; so, we have worked diligently to create a blend of in-person and virtual offerings. Be sure to follow us on Instagram for event updates, giveaways, and more!
If you are interested in becoming a member of CAB, submit your application today. Applications are open to all Central Piedmont students, regardless of campus. Membership is limited, so apply now! The application deadline is September 12, 2021, by 11:59 pm. If you have any questions, contact Carrie.Street@cpcc.edu or John.Gomez@cpcc.edu.
Student Engagement wants to welcome you to the Central Piedmont community throughout our Week of Welcome (August 23-27)! Each campus is hosting a variety of grab-and-take home-style events that allow us to introduce you to what engagement looks like at Central Piedmont. Masks and social distancing will be required.Check the Student Engagement event calendar to see when Welcome Week events are on your campus!
The Student Government Association is excited to announce that the application period for the SGA senators at all campuses and Public Information Officer is now open!
Apply for a Student Government Position Today!
All Central Piedmont students are members of the SGA and are represented by elected student officers and appointed senators by the Executive Committee to represent the needs and interests of students at the college.
This is your opportunity to become an officer – be involved in the democratic process and create a positive change for yourself and students across the college.
Students who take on leadership roles in SGA serve as advocates for the student body, help fund student organizations, and support student engagement. You will have the opportunity to grow as a leader, work with diverse issues and have fun while you’re doing it!
Apply now! The deadline to apply is Monday, August 30 at 5 pm. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Student Life is hosting a Virtual Open House Event on July 28 via Zoom. There will be two sessions, 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. Students should only attend one.
Students who attend this event will learn about: the various ways they can get involved this fall, upcoming events, and the members of the Student Life team.
Student Life recognizes Cristina Vargas-Bayas (left) and Ramone Thompson (below) for their outstanding achievement after being selected to represent Central Piedmont at the 2021 North Carolina Community College System Student Leadership Development Program (SLDP).
The program’s mission is to enhance leadership quality for community college students and increase their knowledge of soft skills to prepare them for professional and civic responsibilities. This year, the SLPD has partnered with a top-ranked provider of leadership development training, Center for Creative Leadership (CCL), to offer a virtual program. Each year, approximately 30 student leaders from community colleges around North Carolina participate.
Christina and Ramone, both members of the 2021-2022 Student Government Association Executive Committee at Central Piedmont, will attend eight leadership sessions beginning in June 2021 and ending in August 2021. We celebrate them for their incredible commitment as student leaders at Central Piedmont and wish them continued success in the future!
Decide who will represent you on Student Government Association (SGA) for the 2021–22 school year! In the election, you will choose your SGA president and vice president.
Cast your vote beginning Tuesday, April 27, at 8 a.m. The election closes Thursday, April 29, at11:59 p.m.
To learn more about SGA and this year’s candidates, visit the Student Government Association page.
The Campus Activities Board (CAB) is expanding! That’s right – starting Fall 2021, you can find CAB on your campus. Are you looking to get involved and become a student leader? Want to flex your creativity skills? If yes, then apply today. We are excited about a new year of fun and engaging events! The application deadline is July 30.
The Student Government Association is excited to announce that the application period for the SGA executive committee is now open!
Students who take on leadership roles in SGA serve as advocates for the student body, make budget recommendations, hear funds requests from student organizations and support programs and activities in Student Life. You will have the opportunity to grow as a leader, work with diverse issues and have fun while you’re doing it!
Join Central Piedmont Libraries, Student Life, and Man Up male mentoring program throughout February for a series of Black History Month events to learn about some of the many facets of history and culture that have had an impact in shaping the tapestry of black family life. Black History Month acknowledges and celebrates the rich cultural heritage and contributions of Black Americans and their significant role in the designing of “America’s quilt.” The national theme, developed by Association for the Study of African American Life and History (ASALAH), highlights The Black Family: Representation, Identity, and Diversity.
All events are free and open to all. Check out the event calendar to learn more about how you can celebrate this month.