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🗞️ Now Available: March Issue of For The Record

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For the Record newsletter printed and laying on grey backgroundThe latest edition of For The Record—Central Piedmont Archives’ newsletter—is here, and it’s packed with exciting stories and behind-the-scenes updates! 📚✨ 

📌 What’s Inside: 

🎨 A special visit from a past Visiting Artist
🎼 A music instructor’s inspiring work on Mecklenburg College’s alma mater
🙌 A spotlight on the amazing volunteers helping to preserve and share our collections
…and so much more! 

📖 How to Read It:
Head to our Digital Collections, click the “View” button, and dive into this month’s stories. 

🤝 Want to Collaborate or Learn More? 

Whether you’re interested in exploring Central Piedmont’s rich history or have an idea for a project with the Archives, we’d love to hear from you! 

📩 Contact us or visit the Central Piedmont Archives webpage to connect. 

💼 Beyond Barriers: From Learning to Earning – Accommodations from Classroom to Career

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Exterior shot of the Parr CenterReady to bridge the gap between school and the working world? Join us for Beyond Barriers: “From Learning to Earning,” a powerful panel event focused on navigating accommodations and accessibility from the classroom to your career. 

📅 Event Details:
 📍 Where: Parr Center, Room 1000 – Central Campus
🗓 Date: Tuesday, April 8
⏰ Time: Noon – 2 p.m. 

🔎 Why Attend? 

✔️ Hear from professionals who’ve successfully transitioned into their careers
✔️ Learn how to advocate for accommodations in the workplace
✔️ Get inspired by real stories of resilience and success
✔️ Connect with peers and professionals 

✨ Let’s break barriers—together. 

🔗 Sign up here! 

Check out these Transfer Tuesday events in April 👀

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Three students posing for the camera in front of glass doorsApril 1 

  • Central Campus, Parr Center, First Floor Lobby, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.  
    • Cabarrus College of Health Sciences 
    • Queens University of Charlotte 
    • Wingate University 
    • North Carolina A&T 
    • UNC Wilmington 
    • Johnston and Wales University 
  • Central Campus, Parr Center, First Floor Lobby, 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. 
    • Campbell University 
    • Johnson C. Smith University 

 

April 8 

  • Central Campus, Parr Center, First Floor Lobby, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.   
    • Appalachian State University 
    • Cabarrus College of Health Sciences 
    • University of Phoenix  
    • UNC Charlotte 
    • Charleston Southern University 
    • Strayer University 
    • Winthrop University 

 

April 15 

    • Johnson and Wales University 
    • UNC Charlotte 
    • UNC Greensboro 
    • Wingate University 
    • Charleston Southern University  
    • Western Carolina University 

 

April 22 

    • Appalachian State University 
    • Cabarrus College of Health Sciences 
    • Western Governors University 
    • East Carolina University 
    • Queens University of Charlotte 
    • UNC Charlotte 

 

April 29 

    • Cabarrus College of Health Sciences 
    • University of Phoenix 
    • Wingate University 
    • UNC Greensboro 
    • Strayer University 
    • UNC Wilmington

🔗 Learn more about transfer degrees and schools.

📢 Your Voice Matters! Spring 2025 Student Voices Survey Opens March 24

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Exciting news! On Monday, March 24, we’re launching the Spring 2025 Student Voices Survey Series—and we want to hear from YOU! 🗣️✨

📣 Why Should You Participate?

✅ Make a Difference – Your feedback helps improve student services & support✅ Be Part of the Conversation – Share what matters most about your experience at Central Piedmont
The image shows Francois Lee, a Central Piedmont student who won the $500 Amazon gift card incentive winner. He is dressed in a grey coat with a white shirt underneath. He has short, black hair and is wearing glasses. He is standing in front of a striped wall with the edges of picture frames in the background.✅ Impact the Future – Your insights shape the College’s strategic planning & decision-making
✅ Win Big! – Complete the survey for a chance to win a $100 or $500 Amazon gift card! 🎁🛍️

👏 Congratulations to Francois Lee, a fall 2024 Student Voices Survey participant, who won a $500 Amazon gift card and provided valuable feedback to enhance the student experience. You could be next!

📅 Survey Details:

📩 Check your student email for your unique survey link starting March 24
📆 Survey open from: Monday, March 24 – Sunday, April 27

📧 Questions? Contact Planning & Research at research@cpcc.edu

Your voice matters—help us make Central Piedmont even better! 💙

FUTURES: STEM Storytelling Event on March 27

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Student presents at STEM Tank season 5Join Us for an Inspiring STEM Storytelling Session!

Central Piedmont’s STEM students have participated in specialized training sessions with the Morehead Planetarium and Science Center and are excited to share their personal journeys in STEM! Hear firsthand about their passions, challenges, and what led them to pursue STEM degrees.

We invite all students, faculty, and staff to join us for this engaging storytelling session on:

📅 Thursday, March 27
🕞 3:30 p.m.
📍 Central Campus | Zeiss Classroom Building | Rooms 1112, 1114, or 1116

Come support our students, connect with fellow STEM enthusiasts, and be inspired by their stories! We look forward to seeing you there.

Parr Arts and Humanities Series Presents Terrance Hayes on April 1

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Terrance Hayes head shotCentral Piedmont’s Parr Arts & Humanities Series is happy to host speaker and award-winning poet Terrance Hayes on April 1. 

This free and exciting event for Central Piedmont students, faculty, and staff includes a poetry reading, followed by the artist’s book signing.

Please save the date and plan to join us.  Reserve your seat today!

The Parr Arts & Humanities Series brings renowned authors, artists, and performers to Central Piedmont for the benefit and enrichment of the college, its students, and the community.

College operating status update

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Four students on Central Campus, smiling with the skyline behind themCentral Piedmont has created several categories to define the college’s operating status due to incidents such as inclement weather, building/facility issues, technology disruptions, or other emergencies. The college will provide clear communication regarding the status of operations utilizing these guidelines.

a.      Normal Operations: campuses and offices are open; classes are in session via normal modes.

b.     Reduced Operations – Level 1: campuses and offices are open; classes may be in person or remote depending on the circumstances. This level of operating status may be campus or building specific, which will accompany any college announcements. 

c.      Reduced Operations – Level 2: campuses and offices are closed; classes do not meet in person; classes and college operations continue remotely. 

d.     Full Closure: campuses and offices are closed; classes are canceled. College operations cease. 

The college communicates operating status updates through email, social media, local media, the college website, and the pre-recorded emergency information line at 704-330-6888.

Critical Alert text messages are reserved for situations posing an immediate threat to life safety or for communicating critical information on short notice or when time is of the essence. Registration for cellphone messaging is available through MyCollege by selecting User Options and editing the telephone numbers in the User Profile.

Students are also encouraged to download the free safety app Rave Guardian from their preferred App Store. Rave Guardian allows users to report suspicious activity and safety concerns discretely and anonymously to College Security. 

🎶 Music & Mind: Harnessing the Power of Community for Health 🎼🧠

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Exterior shot of the Parr CenterJoin us for an extraordinary evening of music, conversation, and science at Music & Mind: Harnessing the Power of Community for Health—a groundbreaking event exploring the connection between music and well-being.

📅 Event Details:

📍Location: Central Campus, Parr Center Theater
🗓 Date: Saturday, March 29
⏰Time: 10:30 a.m.

🎤 Featuring: Dr. Renée Fleming & Expert Panelists
World-renowned soprano Renée Fleming leads an engaging discussion with leading neuroscientists, physicians, and researchers on how music impacts brain health, emotional well-being, and overall health outcomes.

🎵 What to Expect:

✔️ Live musical performances
✔️ Insights from experts in neuroscience & medicine
✔️ Discussions on the power of music in healing & mental health
✔️ Audience Q&A session

🎟️ Admission is FREE with a Central Piedmont ID

🔗 Those without a Central Piedmont ID can purchase tickets here.

Don’t miss this unique blend of science and artistry—come explore how music can heal, connect, and transform lives! 🎶💙

🚀 Level Up Your Leadership – Join the Civic Leadership Academy!

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Three images in a collage, stacked on top of one another. Contain studentsWant to make a real impact on campus and beyond? The Civic Leadership Academy (CLA) is your chance to:
✔️ Build essential leadership skills
✔️ Collaborate effectively with like-minded students
✔️ Tackle real-world social issues 🌍
✔️ Design service projects that create meaningful change

📅 Program Details:

📍 Location: Central Campus, Parr Center
📆 Dates: Tuesdays, April 1 – April 29
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
🍕 Bonus: FREE lunch at every session! 🎉

📝 Apply by March 26 – Spots Are Limited!

💡 Commit to all sessions and gain skills that will boost your resume AND your impact!

📩 Questions? Contact Clare Case at clare.case@cpcc.edu.

🔗 Apply Today!

🎨 Now Showing at the Dove Gallery: Shadow Landscapes by Lilliya Zalevskaya

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Art by Lilliya ZalevskayaStop by the Dove Gallery to experience Shadow Landscapes, the latest exhibit by artist Lilliya Zalevskaya!

🖼 About the Exhibit:

🌿 Print-based & collaged artwork on paper and fabric
✨ Tapestries that blend fantasy & reality, reimagining personal memories
🌍 Themes of identity, belonging, memory, trauma, and displacement

Zalevskaya’s work challenges perceptions of the past while inviting viewers to reflect on the politics of memory through subtle, evocative imagery.

📍 Location: Central Campus, Dove Gallery
📅 Now on view—don’t miss it!

Come explore this powerful and thought-provoking collection!

📢 Share Your Journey – Be Our Next Student Success Story!

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Headshot of Jasmin Cobb, holding a camera

Do you have a story to tell? 🎤✨ Central Piedmont is looking for students to feature in our Student Success Stories, and we want to hear from YOU!

💡 Why Share Your Story?

✅ Inspire others with your journey
✅ Get featured on our website & social media
✅ Participate in a professional photoshoot 📸
✅ Take part in a filmed interview 🎬

No matter your program—arts, sciences, technical vocations—ALL voices are welcome!

🔗: Submit Your Story Here

📩 Questions? Contact Kaitlin Rous, Social Media Specialist, at kaitlin.rous@cpcc.edu.

Your journey matters—share it with the world! 🌍💙

2025 Fall Break Study Abroad Programs in South Africa, Ireland Available

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Students standing in front of a Nelson Mandela muralWe are excited to officially launch and announce the Fall Break 2025 Study Abroad Programs in Cape Town, South Africa, and Ireland.

South Africa

 

This innovative program combines Culinary Arts and Welding to offer students a hands-on, immersive experience exploring the region’s rich history, culture, and sustainability efforts.

Program Highlights

  • Cape Malay Cooking Workshop – Learn to prepare traditional dishes in Bo-Kaap with a mother-daughter culinary duo.
  • Sustainable Welding at SAIW – Discover how welding practices contribute to global sustainability and industry advancements.
  • Robben Island with Lionel Davis – Engage in an interactive discussion with the former freedom fighter and political prisoner.
  • !Khwa ttu San Heritage Centre – Experience guided insights into the history and contemporary life of the San people.
  • Urban Sustainable Farming – Participate in workshops at Oranjezicht City Farm, focusing on food ecosystems.
  • 18 Gangster Museum – Gain a deeper understanding of social challenges and meet local welders and caterers.
  • Welding and culinary students will participate in academic engagement experiences with students at False Bay College in Cape Town.

Program Details

Travel Dates: Oct. 11-18
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Eligibility: Open to Welding, Culinary, Baking & Pastry Arts, and Hospitality, Non-Destructive Technology students with a GPA of 2.0 or higher (18+ or with a guardian). This program will be open to curriculum students in these programs only.

Course Options:

  • Culinary: CUL 287/CUL 287A (Cultural Experience) or CUL 230/CUL 230A (Global Cuisine)
  • Welding: WLD 143 (Metallurgy)

This unique opportunity blends culture, history, and hands-on learning, offering students an unforgettable global experience while developing valuable professional skills.

Ireland

 

This immersive program offers students the opportunity to explore Ireland’s legal history, criminal justice system, and cultural heritage, all while engaging with breathtaking landscapes and vibrant cities like Dublin and Derry.

Program Highlights

  • Legal System Immersion – Visit courts and police stations in Donegal to explore Ireland’s legal processes.
  • Kilmainham Gaol Tour – Step inside the historic Dublin prison that once housed revolutionaries of the 1916 Easter Rising.
  • Celtic Art & Music – Participate in workshops and experience traditional Irish music and cuisine.
  • Arranmore Island – Hike and learn about the island’s political and cultural significance in maritime history.
  • Lectures by Experts – Attend sessions on topics such as civil rights struggles in the USA and Ireland, ancient Irish law, and famine’s legal and political effects.

Program Details

Travel Dates: Oct. 10-18
Location: Ireland (Dublin, Derry, Donegal & more)
Eligibility: Open to students 18+ with a GPA of 2.0 or higher.Course Options:

  • Criminal Justice (CJC 111 – Intro to Criminal Justice) (open to all AS and AA students)
  • Advanced CJ Courses (for Criminal Justice students who have taken CJC 111):
    • CJC 223 (Organized Crime)
    • CJC 212 (Ethics & Community Relations)
  • CCE Course (Non-credit option available)

This once-in-a-lifetime program blends history, law, and culture, giving students an invaluable global perspective on criminal justice while exploring one of the most historically rich countries in the world.

🌿 Get Your Hands Dirty! Join the Gardening Workshop on March 26

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three people standing surrounding a green plantOrganized by NC Global Scholar student Sabina Darjee with support from the Center for Global Engagement, this hands-on Gardening Workshop is a unique opportunity to explore the impact of native and invasive plant species—and even pot your own plant to take home! 🌱

📅 Event Details:

📍 Location: Central Campus, Zeiss 1100
🗓 Date: Wednesday, March 26
⏰ Time: Noon – 2 p.m.
👥 Open to: Students interested in environmental awareness and studying abroad

🌎 What to Expect:

🌱 Presentation & Speech – Learn how native and invasive species affect the environment, with insights from Yellowstone National Park 🌿
🪴 Potting Activity – Decorate and plant your own native species to take home 🎨
🚶‍♂️ Parr Center Walking Tour – See how sustainability is integrated into our campus ♻️
🗣 Discussion on Environmental Advocacy – Talk about the role of native species in preserving ecosystems 🌏

✨ Why Attend?

✔️ Gain insight into sustainability & environmental advocacy
✔️ Learn how small actions can have a big impact
✔️ Enjoy a hands-on activity while connecting with like-minded students
✔️ Snacks & drinks provided! 🍎🥤

🔗 Register now!

Don’t miss this chance to learn, create, and make a difference—see you there! 🌿💚

Marjorie Carihua Vela Selected as Semifinalist for Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship

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picture behind Weiss building showing open sidewalkCentral Piedmont’s Truist Honors Program is celebrating Marjorie Carihua Vela, the program’s second scholar to be selected as a semifinalist for the Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship.

Carihua Vela is a Truist Honors Scholar majoring in biology. She is set to graduate in spring 2025 with an associate in science on the Biological Sciences Pathway.

Carihua Vela plans to become a doctor to “motivate patients, create bonds with them, and provide the best services for their health.”

Additionally, Carihua Vela feels leadership is important “not only for bosses but for members of a community to learn how to collaborate with others.”

The Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship is a highly selective scholarship for the nation’s top community college students seeking to complete their bachelor’s degrees at four-year colleges or universities. Each Cooke Scholar has access to generous financial support for two to three years, college planning support, ongoing advising, and the opportunity to connect with the thriving community of fellow Scholars.

Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship recipients will be announced in early May.

If you are interested in future Jack Kent Cooke scholarship opportunities, please reach out to Central Piedmont’s Jack Kent Cooke campus representative, Deninne Pritchett, PhD, ACUE.

Student Scholarship Portal Open March 17- Apply Now!

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Group of graduates waiting to march, taking a selfieThe Central Piedmont Foundation student scholarship portal opens today, Monday, March 17 for the 2025-26 academic year.

Need-based and merit-based scholarships are awarded for many reasons – choice of major, community involvement, special interests, creative talents, and more.

Most Foundation scholarships require a minimum 2.0 or 2.5 GPA. To be considered, students must be enrolled in a certificate, diploma, or degree program at Central Piedmont. Dual enrollment students who are still freshmen, sophomores, or juniors are ineligible to apply.

Submitting a scholarship application is competitive and not a guarantee of funding. Scholarships also do not guarantee that a student’s full tuition and fees will be covered, or that additional funds will be awarded in other sessions or terms.

Scholarships are awarded based on criteria set forth by the scholarship’s donor and the availability of funds, so please encourage your students to apply early.

The application deadline for the 2025-26 academic year is Aug. 31. For those applying only for Spring 2026 and/or Summer 2026, applications are accepted through Jan. 31, 2026.

To increase your chances of receiving funding, we encourage you to apply early. Individual scholarships remain open only until their funds are awarded, although applications are accepted until the deadline.

🌿 De-Stress Before Finals with Fun and Relaxation! 🌿

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Art supplies, including yarn and hot glue guns, on a tableFeeling the pre-finals pressure? Take a well-deserved break and recharge your mind and body with some creative and calming activities! 🎨✨

Join us to:

  • Create coping kits 🧰
  • Make your own aromatherapy scents 🌸
  • Design your own jewelry 💎
  • Enjoy some relaxing coloring 🖍️

📅 Thursday, March 20
⏰ 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
📍 Harris Campus, Harris 1, Lobby

📅 Monday, March 24th
⏰ 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
📍 Harper Campus, Harper IV, Library

✨ Take a little “you time” to unwind, create, and de-stress before finals. We can’t wait to see you there! 💖

🌱 From Horticulture to the Stars: Faith Blom’s Journey to NASA 🚀

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Faith Blom holding a plant

Faith Blom’s story is one of resilience, determination, and the power of finding the right support system. A Horticulture Technology student at Central Piedmont, she isn’t just working toward a degree—she’s chasing a lifelong dream of working for NASA.

🌍 Finding Her Passion in Plant Science

Since childhood, Faith was fascinated by space and knew she wanted to be a part of NASA. However, it wasn’t until she discovered plant science that she found her true passion. Now, she’s pursuing an associate degree in horticulture, knowing it will give her a competitive edge for a bachelor’s degree and a career in astrobiology.

💪 Overcoming Challenges

Faith’s journey hasn’t been easy. Living with Type 1 diabetes and facing financial struggles, she often wondered if her dream was possible. But thanks to the Campbell Horticulture Scholarship and Truist Honors Scholarship, she was able to focus on her education.

💬 “Having a disease like this while also trying to pursue my dreams is difficult, but these scholarships removed my financial burden and gave me the freedom to be a full-time learner.”

🔬 Breaking Barriers as a Woman in STEM

As a woman in STEM, Faith has faced discouragement and doubt in male-dominated spaces. But she refuses to let that define her. She hopes to inspire young women to fearlessly chase their passions.

🚀 Aiming for NASA

Recently, Faith interviewed for a NASA internship—a huge step toward her goal. While she wasn’t selected this time, she sees it as proof she’s on the right path.

At Central Piedmont, she’s found mentorship, encouragement, and new opportunities, thanks to faculty like Dr. Pritchett from the Truist Honors Program.

Sip and Paint on Central Campus

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Join us for a relaxing and creative evening as we celebrate Women’s History Month with a Sip & Paint event on March 27 from 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Parr Center.

Enjoy non-alcoholic beverages while you unleash your inner artist. This event is a perfect opportunity to unwind, socialize, and express yourself through art. All painting supplies will be provided and no prior painting experience is necessary. Come and celebrate women’s strength, creativity, and achievements in a fun and supportive environment! Take your painting home to gift to a woman you love in your life!

Register now and claim your spot!

 

Student Government Association Executive Board Applications now open for the 2025-26

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Student wearing an SGA shirt at an outdoor eventReady to make a difference on campus? Get involved with the Student Government Association (SGA) and become a voice for your peers!

Join a vibrant community of student leaders dedicated to shaping the future of our school. Whether you have a passion for advocacy or event planning or just want to make your mark, there’s a place for you in the SGA. Develop invaluable leadership skills, network with faculty and fellow students, and create lasting memories. Don’t just attend school—leave a legacy. Apply to the SGA today and be the change you wish to see on campus!

Apply before March 31st!!