Attention Students! 🗳️
It’s time to make your voice heard! Voting for the 2025-26 Student Body President begins on May 5. 🗓️
Check out the candidates on our Instagram page @cpccstudentlife and catch them campaigning around campus! 📸
Voting will go live on May 5 at 8 a.m., so be sure to participate and help shape the future of our school community! 🌟
Central Piedmont’s Cosmetology students brought color, creativity, and spirit to the PurpleStride 5K this past Saturday by volunteering their talents! ✨
Students helped participants get race-day ready by applying hair tinsel and purple spray color—all to raise awareness and support the fight against pancreatic cancer.
👟 1,288 participants showed up strong and proud
🎗️ 45 survivors celebrated and honored
🤝 142 teams rallied together for an incredible cause
💸 $224,885 (and counting!) raised to fight pancreatic cancer
Thank you to our Cosmetology students for making a colorful difference and supporting such an inspiring event!
Central Piedmont students proudly showcased their diplomatic skills and global leadership at the National Model United Nations Conference in New York City, held April 13–17.
Representing Antigua and Barbuda, members of the Central Piedmont Model UN Club collaborated with students from around the world to tackle critical global issues such as:
💧 Access to clean drinking water
🌱 Environmental recovery in conflict-affected areas
Through their hard work and collaboration, students demonstrated their commitment to building a better, more connected world—and continued the Model UN Club’s tradition of shaping future leaders.
Interested in joining or learning more about Model UN?
📩 Contact Carla Cole, Instructor of Political Science, for more information!
Join Central Piedmont Student Life and Civic Engagement department in recognizing Denim Day as part of Sexual Assault Awareness Month. On Wednesday, April 30th, we’re inviting all students, faculty, and staff to wear denim with purpose — to stand in solidarity with survivors and raise awareness about all forms of sexual violence.
Stop by the Parr Center from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. for sweet treats and powerful activities:
📸 Not on campus? No problem! Rock your denim wherever you are and tag us on Instagram @cpccstudent life to show your support online.
Take a stand. Spark a conversation. Show your support.
Student Scholarship applications for Fall 2025 Study Abroad programs are now open!
Students with a GPA of 2.5 or higher are eligible to apply. Scholarships will be awarded on a rolling basis, so it’s important to apply early and complete your application thoroughly. The final deadline to submit your scholarship application is June 23.
You do not need to wait until you are accepted into a study abroad program to apply for scholarships. Simply submit your application to the study abroad program of your choice and complete the scholarship application at the same time.
Scholarship Application Steps and Requirements:
1) Submit your scholarship application through this Campus Community
(Log in using your Central Piedmont email.)
Please ensure you take your time and thoughtfully complete the application.
2) Two letters of recommendation are required—at least one must be academic. Instructions and forms for your recommenders are provided at the end of the scholarship application.
If you have any questions, email Global Learning.
Take this opportunity to make your global experience more affordable and apply today!
Join the Mentoring and Coaching Department and hiring managers from Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority, Charlotte Regional Visitors Authority | CRVA, as we navigate through an employer’s perspective on common durable, or soft, skills employers expect on day one.
Don’t miss this opportunity to network with employers and learn how to master durable skills such as communication, adaptability, critical thinking, work ethic and more!
Register on Handshake TODAY and be prepared with durable skills mastery-level knowledge on day one: (9) CRVA Presenting: From Classroom to Career: Navigating Employer Expectations | Handshake
Time is running out to make your voice heard! The Student Voices Survey Series wraps up on Sunday, April 27, and your feedback plays a vital role in shaping the future of Central Piedmont.
Sunday, April 27
📩 Check your student email for your unique survey link from:
CentralPiedmontResearch@qualtrics-survey.com
✅ Influence real change across campus services and support
✅ Guide future planning and decision-making
✅ Improve your experience by telling us what’s working—and what’s not
🎁 Enter to win a $100 or $500 Amazon gift card!
Don’t miss this opportunity to help shape the student experience at Central Piedmont. Your input matters!
📧 Questions? Contact the Planning & Research team at research@cpcc.edu.
In honor of Arbor Day, Central Piedmont will host a sapling giveaway across several campuses, made possible through the generous support of Bartlett Tree Experts.
Central Piedmont is initiating an archive clean-up process to improve storage efficiency and streamline video systems. This update will affect archived video content stored in our systems and includes permanent deletion of older, unviewed files.
🗓️ Key Dates to Know:
📌 May 20 – Permanent deletion of all videos that have not been viewed in the past five years
📌 November 27 – Start of new retention policy, which will automatically delete all videos archived on or before November 27, 2024
✅ What You Should Do:
Review Archived Content: Check your stored videos now. To preserve a video, please download or view it before May 20.
Protect Critical Content: Think something should be kept? Submit an ITS ticket for review of essential videos.
🔗 View Retention Policy Details
🔗 Learn About Restoring Archived Content
For additional questions or help, please contact Kassandra Moreno, Panopto Administrator.
On April 8, Central Piedmont’s Hospitality Team officially launched JumpSTART: Careers in Hotel and Lodging, a new workforce initiative and continuing education program designed to connect students with in-demand hospitality careers in the Charlotte region.
Held at The Greenway Restaurant in the Philip L. Van Every Culinary Arts Center, the event brought together Charlotte community leaders and local hospitality partners to learn more about the vision behind this innovative program.
🍽️ A Showcase of Student Talent:
🌟 Why JumpSTART Matters:
JumpSTART reflects Central Piedmont’s ongoing commitment to:
✔️ Hands-on, career-focused training
✔️ Building strong community and industry partnerships
✔️ Creating clear pathways to success for students
To learn more or get involved:
📧 Richard Spellman | 📞 704-330-6669
📧 Kimberly Munn | 📞 704-330-2722
On Friday, April 11, the top two teams from STEM Tank Season 6 proudly represented Central Piedmont at the 2025 North Carolina Space Symposium, hosted by NC State University.
This immersive, statewide event connected students with peers, faculty, industry professionals, and NASA representatives, providing a dynamic space for collaboration and innovation in aerospace and STEM.
🌟 Student Presentations:
🛰️ Team G.R.I.D. – Jiovani Umana, Vinz Damuag, and Yao Djaka (Mentor: Dr. Matt Miller)
Focus: A sustainable energy solution for communities affected by power outages caused by natural disasters
📱 Team Central App – Adriana Castillo, Imtiaz Mohammed, and Elijah Johnson (Mentor: Mr. Tony Stanford)
Focus: A student-centered mobile app designed to enhance communication and support on campus
Both teams presented poster sessions, sharing their innovative ideas and solutions with fellow students, educators, and professionals from across the state.
👏 A special thank-you goes out to the dedicated mentors and to Dr. Heather Song for her support and leadership.
You’re invited! Come support Central Piedmont students as they present innovative solutions to real-world issues affecting our campus and community.
Over the past five weeks, students have been hard at work developing proposals using the power of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) to address challenges they’re passionate about.
🗓 Date: Friday, April 25
🕚 Time: 11 a.m.
📍 Location: Central Campus, North Classroom Building, Auditorium Room 1123
✅ See how students apply STEM to solve real problems
✅ Celebrate their teamwork, research, and presentation skills
✅ Get inspired by the next generation of change-makers!
Let’s cheer on our students as they show how STEM can make a real impact!
Kick off National Small Business Month with us at Central Piedmont’s Small Business Center! Whether you’re an entrepreneur, small business owner, or just curious about launching your own venture—this event is for YOU.
🗓 Date: Friday, May 2
🕙 Time: 10: a.m.–3 p.m.
📍 Location: 1125 Charlottetowne Ave., Charlotte, NC 28204 (NEW Central Campus location!)
🍴 Complimentary lunch
🤝 Networking with local small business owners
📚 Business-building resources and expert advice
💡 Tips & tools to help grow and elevate your business
🎁 BONUS: Register in advance and attend for a chance to win a Samsung tablet!
Join us as we celebrate, connect, and support the vibrant small business community of Mecklenburg County.
It’s time to celebrate all your hard work this semester! 🎉 Join Student Life for Spring FEST, a week of fun across all campuses featuring games, food, music, giveaways, and good vibes to wrap up the spring with a bang! 💥
📍 Spring FEST Schedule:
🎉 Cato Campus – Tuesday, April 15 | 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
🎉 Harper Campus – Wednesday, April 16 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
🎉 Central Campus – Thursday, April 17 | 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
🎉 Harris Campus – Thursday, April 17 | 11:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m.
🎉 Merancas Campus – Tuesday, April 22 | 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
🎉 Levine Campus – Wednesday, April 23 | Noon–2 p.m.
Bring your friends, grab some snacks, win cool prizes, and enjoy one last celebration before finals! 🎶🎈
Want to do something meaningful and hands-on to help others? Join Student Life and Mentoring & Coaching for a powerful service opportunity with Rise Against Hunger—a global organization committed to ending hunger by delivering nutritious meals to communities around the world. 🌍❤️
📦 Event Details:
🗓 Date: Wednesday, April 30
🕒 Time: 3-5 p.m.
📍 Location: Central Campus, Worrell Gym
We’re calling on students, faculty, and staff to come together and assemble meal kits for those in need. It’s an incredible way to:
✔️ Give back
✔️ Connect with others
✔️ Be part of something bigger
🔗 Spots are limited—reserve yours now and be part of the change!
Let’s show what Central Piedmont can do when we come together to make a difference! 💪
Central Piedmont is proud to share more about an important initiative that will enhance our college’s impact and the safety of our broader community. The Community Lifeline, a partnership between Central Piedmont and Mecklenburg County, is a transformative effort to improve our region’s emergency response training and workforce development.
Addressing a Critical Regional Need
As Mecklenburg County continues to grow, so does the need for highly trained first responders. The Community Lifeline will provide essential training to ensure our region is prepared for everyday emergencies and large-scale incidents. Today, many of our first responders travel outside the county for their required in-service continuing education and training.
First Class Programs and Facility
Located at our Levine Campus in Matthews, N.C., the facility will offer a safe and controlled environment for hands-on learning and continuing education for first responders. Here are some highlights of the new facility:
Central Piedmont’s Commitment to Public Safety
This initiative reinforces Central Piedmont’s role as a leader in workforce development while enhancing partnerships with emergency response agencies. It is designed to meet the evolving needs of our community while upholding the highest standards of safety and professionalism.
Your Safety Is a Priority
Safety on our campuses remains a top priority. The emergency vehicle training course will be located to the southwest of our current campus footprint on the other side of CPCC Lane. The larger public safety training facility will be located across Campus Ridge Road and will require specific credentials to enter, as it will be a secure and controlled environment for specific training. All activities will be carefully monitored to provide a professional and safe learning experience.
Learn More
The Community Lifeline is an important investment in our future and the safety of our community. To explore more details about the project, visit the Community Lifeline Initiative.
We are proud to offer opportunities that make a real difference. Thank you for being part of the Central Piedmont community.
Feeling a little isolated or just looking to meet new people? We’ve got the perfect opportunity for you! Come join us for some fun get-to-know-you games and friendship bracelet making. 💌✨
📅 Tuesday, April 22
⏰ 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
📍 Harper Campus, Harper IV, Room 102
📅 Thursday, April 24
⏰ 10:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
📍 Harris Campus, Harris 1, Lobby
✨ Let’s build friendships, share smiles, and have a great time together. Don’t miss out—we can’t wait to see you there! 🥳
Join us for a sweet celebration of creativity, craftsmanship, and cake at the Baking & Pastry Arts Cake Design Showcase! 🍰✨
Our talented students have poured their hearts into designing and creating three-tier celebration cakes, and now it’s time to show them some love, snap some photos, and enjoy a slice of the fun.
🗓 Date: Monday, April 28
📍 Location: Harris Campus, Student Life Center
🕙 Cake Presentation: 10 a.m.
🕚 Tasting & Celebration: 11 a.m.– Noon
Whether you’re a student, faculty member, or just a fan of cake and creativity, your support means everything. Bring a friend and join us in cheering on our student bakers for their hard work and artistic flair!
We can’t wait to celebrate with you—and yes, there will be cake! 🎉🍰
International Education Week (IEW) is set for November 17–21, and now’s the perfect time to start planning how you’ll be part of this global celebration!
IEW is a nationwide initiative that highlights the power of international education, cultural exchange, and global learning. Colleges and universities in more than 100 countries participate with engaging events, class projects, performances, discussions, and more.
💡 Ways to Get Involved:
🌐 Plan a globally focused class activity
🌍 Host a cross-cultural event with your club or department
🤝 Launch a new international initiative on campus
📅 Upcoming Info Session:
🗓 Virtual Drop-In Meeting
📅 April 23
🕒 3–4 p.m.
🔗 Teams Meeting Link
Stop by to share ideas and ask questions!
Interested in collaborating or need help shaping your idea?
📩 Contact Alisson Garcia at alisson.garcia@cpcc.edu
Let’s come together to celebrate cultures, explore new perspectives, and go global—right here at Central Piedmont! 🌎✨
After a 20-year break from school, Tiffany Zamora returned to Central Piedmont with one goal: to make a difference. A first-generation college student, mother, and wife, Tiffany is a powerful example of perseverance, passion, and purpose.
Originally from New York, Tiffany previously earned an associate degree in business management. Now, she’s pursuing sociology with plans to earn a master’s in sociology and a Ph.D. in social work.
“Surround yourself with people who bring out the best in you and genuinely want to see you thrive.”
Tiffany credits her success to the support of Dr. Deninne Pritchett, her honors peers, and her family. She plans to transfer to UNC Charlotte after graduation in May and continue her mission to inform policy and fight injustice through research.
Tiffany’s story is proof that it’s never too late to follow your passion and rewrite your path.
Read her full story on our website.