🔍 Internship Search FAQs from Career Services 🎓💼

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Career Services has been excited to see the enthusiasm from students to secure an internship this academic year! Here are some FAQs for

students as they begin their internship search:

When should I get an internship?
📅 After completing 2-3 semesters to build skills in your field.

Where can I find internships?
🔗 Use Handshake to search! Network with on-campus recruiters, and high schoolers can check with their guidance counselors.

Who can help?
🙌 Contact the Office of Workplace Learning for credit-based internships. Career Services will help with resumes and interviews!

Not ready for an internship?
✨ Try job shadowing or Service-Learning opportunities to explore careers.

💥 High-Octane Espionage Thriller Released by Central Piedmont Instructor

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Room 23 book cover with White House in the background and helicopter in the foregroundIn Room 23, Central Piedmont’s Criminal Justice Technology Instructor and former U.S. Secret Service agent Sean Quarmby delivers an electrifying espionage novel filled with twists and real-world authenticity. When a Master Engraver goes missing, protagonist John Quinlan is thrust into a covert mission to dismantle a counterfeit conspiracy. But the stakes rise as Quinlan uncovers a terrifying assassination plot against the U.S. president and North Korea’s Supreme Leader. This gripping thriller navigates international intrigue, weaving through the CIA, NSA, and MI-5. Buckle up for an unforgettable ride!

Room 23 is available for preorder purchase online at Amazon.com and BarnesandNoble.com. It will be released on October 29th. For more information about the author, please visit seanquarmby.com.

October Transfer Events

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Three students posing for the camera in front of glass doors🎓 Transfer Tuesdays Are Back at Central Piedmont!

We’re excited to announce that Transfer Tuesdays have resumed! This is your chance to meet with College and University partners who can help guide your transfer journey. Make sure to check out the full schedule of events to see which schools will be on campus and when.

🌟 National Transfer Student Week: Oct 21-25

Mark your calendars for Mon, Oct. 21 through Fri, Oct. 25! Central Piedmont is hosting a variety of events during National Transfer Student Week to help you navigate the transfer process. Whether you’re looking to transfer after finishing your program or just want to learn more about your options, these events are designed to help you succeed.

🍂 Fall Transfer Fair: Tues, Oct 22

One of the highlights of National Transfer Student Week is the annual Fall Transfer Fair. Here are the details:

  • 🗓 Date: Tues, Oct 22
  • ⏰ Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
  • 📍 Location: Central Campus, Parr Center 1st floor lobby

At the fair, you’ll have the chance to connect with representatives from various colleges and universities, learn about admissions requirements, academic programs, student life, and more. This is a fantastic opportunity to get all the information you need to make your transfer process smooth and successful. 🎯💡

🎨 Get Creative with Cricut Crafting! 🎨

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Photo of a cricut machine with the words cricut crafting underneathLooking for a fun and relaxing way to express yourself? Join us for a Cricut Crafting session where you can design your own tote or pencil pouch with a mental health theme! 👜✏️

Event Details 📅

  • Date: Wed., Oct. 23
  • Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
  • Location: Harris Campus, Student Engagement Office

It’s a perfect opportunity to unwind, get creative, and take home something special that you made yourself!

Need More Info? 📧

For any questions, reach out to Brittany Lutton at brittany.lutton@cpcc.edu.

Don’t miss out on this chance to craft something meaningful while connecting with fellow students. We can’t wait to see what you create! 🌟

New Microsoft Edge Security Policy, Browser Standardization

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A professor helps a student with a computerWhat’s Happening: Microsoft Edge security policy and standardization.

  • A new security policy for Microsoft Edge will be rolled out on all college-owned computers starting Oct. 21, aimed at enhancing security and privacy. For full details, refer to the Knowledge Base article, Microsoft Edge Configuration Policy. 
  • Central Piedmont is adopting Edge as the default and sole browser, with all other browsers being removed from college computers by Nov. 25. Chromebooks are exempt from this policy.

What You Need to Do

  • For adjusting to the change, ITS encourages all users to start using Edge immediately for all browser activities.
  • To transfer your bookmarks or favorites from non-Edge browsers to Edge, follow the steps outlined in the Knowledge Base article, How to migrate your browser favorites into Edge.

If you have any questions or need further assistance, please contact the ITS Service Desk.

October is Pedestrian Safety Month, National Crime Prevention Month

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October is Pedestrian Safety Month and National Crime Prevention Month. As part of Central Piedmont’s commitment to creating a safe campus environment, we encourage everyone to remain vigilant and proactive in protecting themselves and others.

Here are a few tips to keep in mind:

Pedestrian Safety

  • Always use designated crosswalks and sidewalks.
  • Stay alert and avoid distractions, such as using your phone while walking.
  • Be visible to drivers, especially at night — if you take night classes, wear bright clothing or reflective gear.
  • Make eye contact with drivers before crossing the street.

Crime Prevention

  • Lock your vehicles and do not leave valuables in plain sight.
  • Be aware of your surroundings and report suspicious activity to our 24-hour Security Services Dispatch Center at 704-330-6911. If you see or hear something, say something.
  • Travel in well-lit, populated areas and use the buddy system, especially at night.
  • Familiarize yourself with emergency call boxes and safety resources on campus.

Your safety is our priority — stay informed and take steps to protect yourself. Together, we can maintain a safe and secure campus environment.

🏥 Wellness Fair – Mark Your Calendars!

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Inside of an empty classroom building with a staircase to the rightJoin us on Thu., Oct. 17 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Central Campus, Parr Student Union for the annual Wellness Fair! 🌟 This exciting event will feature:

  • Free swag 🎁
  • Interactive activities 🏃‍♀️
  • Wellness resources on nutrition, fitness, mental health, and preventative care
  • Yoga sessions 🧘‍♂️
  • On-site blood drive 🩸

It’s a great opportunity to learn new ways to stay healthy and connect with local health experts. Don’t miss out on this day of wellness and community!

Counseling Quick Stop 🎉

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Black and white photo of a student speaking with a staff member in their office, across a deskJoin us at the Parr Center for on-the-spot mini counseling sessions designed to boost your mental health awareness and well-being in a welcoming environment. 🌿

🕒 15-minute mini-counseling sessions available on the spot!
These sessions will focus on immediate concerns and provide information on follow-up services.

📅 Date: Tues., Oct. 15
⏰ Time: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
📍 Location: Central Campus, Parr Center, 2nd floor

Take a moment for yourself and drop by for a quick chat—no appointment necessary! 💚

Cybersecurity Awareness Month 2024

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October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month and this week’s topic is Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Deepfakes.   

With advancements in AI technology comes the emergence of deepfakes.   

What are deepfakes? Deepfakes are AI-generated images, videos, or audio that convincingly imitate real people, often altering their appearance, speech, or actions. Using machine learning algorithms, deepfakes can superimpose a person’s face onto another body or synthesize their voice to create fake, yet seemingly authentic, content.   

Here are some tips to remember while interacting with AI and recognizing deepfakes. 

  1.  Be skeptical. Deepfake technology can create highly convincing fake videos and audio clips that may appear to come from friends, public figures, or trusted sources. 
  2. Understand AI-generated content. Familiarize yourself with the existence of AI tools that can generate text, images, and even videos. Awareness is key to identifying fake content. 
  3. Looks for signs of manipulation. Deepfakes often have subtle flaws, such as unnatural facial expressions, strange blinking patterns, or mismatched audio and lip movements. 
  4. Be cautious with personal content and enable strong privacy settings. Review and tighten the privacy settings on your social media accounts to limit who can view and use your photos or videos. Be selective about the platforms and apps that have access to your data. 
  5. Be careful with AI Chatbots. AI chatbots can be useful but be cautious when sharing personal or sensitive information with them. Malicious actors may use chatbots to phish for data or trick you into revealing sensitive details. 

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Service Desk via the client portal.  

💆‍♂️ Massage Therapy Student Clinic at Central Piedmont

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Student performing a massage on a clientCentral Piedmont’s Massage Therapy students are offering 60-minute massages to faculty, staff, and students from Nov. 18 – Dec. 5 (closed Nov. 28-29). This is a great opportunity for students to gain hands-on experience!

  • When: Mon-Fri, 9:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. and 5:45 – 9:15 p.m.
  • Where: Central Campus, Leon Levine Health Sciences Center, Room 301
  • Cost: $25 (we accept credit card or Apple Pay)
  • Techniques: Swedish and deep tissue massages

👉 Book your appointment now!

🎶 Volunteers Needed for the Artists Music Guild Heritage Awards!

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Artists Music Guild logoThe Artists Music Guild Heritage Awards are happening on Sat., Oct. 26 at the Halton Theater on Central Campus. We need volunteers to help make the event a success! Roles include:

  • Culinary Volunteers (12-15 needed): Servers and runners needed; no experience required
  • Production Volunteers (10-15 needed): Assist with camera, sound, and stage
  • Artist Handlers (15 needed): Escort artists backstage and return them to their seats
  • Seat Fillers (30 needed): Fill empty seats in the audience

Volunteers should wear a Central Piedmont T-shirt, black pants, and black shoes.

To sign up for available shifts, please fill out this form.

✍️ Help Transcribe Central Piedmont’s Archives!

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Celebrate American Archives Month with a fun afternoon of transcribing historic student publications! Join us to transcribe The Spark, which ran from 1976 to 2005. All participants will receive a free Central Piedmont-branded tote bag and cup! 🎁

  • Dates: Wed., Oct. 23, & Thu., Oct. 24
  • Time: 12:30 – 3:00 p.m.
  • Location: Central Campus, Parr Center, Hagemeyer Library, Room 3250 (3rd floor)

No registration required! Open to students, staff, and faculty. For questions, email archives@cpcc.edu.

 

Central Piedmont Honors Program Scholars Prepared and Poised for Honors Conference

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Central Piedmont’s Truist Honors Scholars presented at the North Carolina Honors Association (NCHA) Conference on a variety of topics that aligned with their personal interests, career interests, and programs of study. Scholars supported one another from abstract development to presentation day to ensure everyone was prepared. The community and camaraderie were a joy to witness!

Group of students around a round table with a purple tableclothGroup of students in front of an outdoor mural

A huge congratulations to Tiffany Zamora who won the Best Oral Presentation Award for the NCHA 2024 Conference!

Student giving a presentation in front of a projector screen

Title of Presentation: A Paradise for Predation: A Sociological Examination of Solid Rock Church as a Microcosm of Religious Abuse

One judge’s comments are as follows: “Tiffany’s presentation was fantastic—well-researched, clear, and powerful. She brilliantly balanced the facts of the case she analyzed and clergy sexual misconduct more broadly with a strong theoretical and sociological analysis. Her presentation style was engaging, as she had the audience enraptured with her research and analysis, which were of advanced quality. The Q&A led to rich discussion and more information about Tiffany’s website and advocacy work, and she handled audience questions with confidence and grace. This was an exceptional presentation!!”

✍️ Submit Your Work to The Hammer Magazine!

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Central Piedmont’s student arts and literature magazine, The Hammer, is now accepting submissions for short fiction, poetry, and creative non-fiction! 📖🎨

Submission Details:

  • Who Can Submit: Only Central Piedmont students, using their student email.
  • How to Submit: Email thehammer@cpcc.edu with your work attached as a Word file or in the email body. Specify the genre (fiction, poetry, or non-fiction).
  • Word Count: No strict limit, but shorter pieces are preferred.
  • Original Work: Submissions must be your own and in English; AI-generated work is not accepted.

Submit from Oct. 7 to Mar. 31 and showcase your creative talent!

🌟 Self-Care Check-In at Central Piedmont 🌟

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Students mingling at a gatheringTake a moment for yourself and join us at Central Piedmont’s Harper Campus for a self-care check-in! This event is all about helping you discover new ways to take care of your well-being.

Event Details:

  • When: Tue., Oct. 15
  • Time: 10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
  • Where: Harper IV Building, outside the Student Engagement Office

Activities:

  • ✅ Free self-care assessment: Learn more about your current self-care practices.
  • 🌱 Self-care tips: Get practical advice to enhance your well-being.
  • 🎟️ Raffle entry: Stand a chance to win a self-care book!

Make time for yourself—your well-being matters! For more information, contact Brittany Lutton.

💜 October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month 💜

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Domestic Violence Awareness Month logo with dark purple ribbon on light purple backgroundDid you know that 24 people per minute in the U.S. are victims of rape, physical violence, or stalking by an intimate partner? That adds up to more than 12 million women and men every year.

Key Statistics:

  • 1 in 6 college women (16%) has been sexually abused in a dating relationship.
  • 1 in 5 college women has been verbally abused by a dating partner.
  • 1 in 4 women (24.3%) and 1 in 7 men (13.8%) aged 18 and older in the U.S. have experienced severe physical violence by an intimate partner.
  • Over 54% of trans and non-binary people have experienced Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) in their lifetime.

If you or someone you know is affected by Domestic Violence or Intimate Partner Violence, please reach out for help.

📞 National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233

💬 Counseling Services at Central Piedmont are here for mental and emotional support.

  • Offering in-person and virtual counseling at all campuses.
  • Call today: 704-330-6420
  • Email: counseling@cpcc.edu

You’re not alone. Help is available. 💜

🤝 Employer Meet & Greet Events at Central Piedmont!

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Great news! Employer Meet & Greet events are coming up, offering fantastic opportunities for you to connect with recruiters and explore career options. Here’s what’s on the schedule:

  • Transportation Systems
    🗓️ Wed., Oct. 16 | 🕚 11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
    📍 Levine Campus – Joe Hendrick Center, Room 1140
  • Medical Assisting & CNA
    🗓️ Tue., Oct. 22 | 🕜 1:30 p.m. – 3 p.m.
    📍 Levine Campus – Building 3, Tucker Lobby
  • Teacher Preparation & Education
    🗓️ Wed., Oct. 23 | 🕓 4 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
    📍 Central Campus – Parr Center, Rooms 1000/1010/1050
  • Nursing & Allied Health
    🗓️ Thu., Oct. 24 | 🕐 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
    📍 Central Campus – Health Careers Building, 4th Floor Lobby

✨ Register on Handshake to see the full list of participating employers. For prep assistance, connect with Career Services.

 

📚 Library Resources at Central Piedmont

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  • A student receives help from a staff member in the libraryStudy Rooms: Need a space for solo or group study? Reserve study rooms at any of the six campuses.
  • Makerspaces: Get creative at campus Makerspaces, available for free to students, faculty, and staff. 🎨🛠️
  • Quiet Spaces: Looking for a peaceful spot to read or recharge? The library has you covered.

For current library hours, visit Library Hours.

 

Apply Now for SGA Senator Positions! 🌟

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We’re thrilled to announce that applications for Student Government Association (SGA) Senator positions are officially open! 🎉 This is your chance to:

  • Make a difference on campus
  • Represent your peers in important decisions
  • Showcase your passion for leadership and advocacy

If you’re ready to take on a leadership role, apply today! Applications close on Fri., Oct. 11 at 5 p.m. ⏰

👉 Apply Now