Culinary Students Serve Up Free Samples from Mobile Learning Kitchen 🚚🍴

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Community members eating treats from the Mobile Learning Kitchen on Central CampusSome of Central Piedmont’s culinary students from the Line Cooking Essentials Class, under the guidance of our talented Chef Anwar Cooper, are mastering the art of operating a food truck this semester. They’re excited to share their culinary creations with the community!

📍 Location: Central Campus, outside the Parr Center
🕠 Time: 4:30 – 6:30 p.m. (or until samples run out)
🍴Days of Service:

  • Thu, Jul 11
  • Tue, Jul 16
  • Thu, Jul 18

Come support our culinary students, enjoy delicious free samples, and connect with the Central Piedmont community. It’s a tasty way to get involved and savor the vibrant campus life! 🌟 ​

💡Reminder: Student Email Now on Outlook ✉️

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IT Services employee assisting a student at the help deskOver the summer, Central Piedmont transitioned from Google to Microsoft 365, and all student mailboxes and Drive data have successfully migrated.

📧 New Email: All student mailboxes are now on Outlook.

📂 Drive Data: Your Google Drive data is fully accessible in your new Microsoft 365 account. If you’re new to navigating M365, check out these Microsoft 365 Tools and Applications.

🌐 Resources: We have answered lots of your frequently asked questions and put the most requested knowledgebase articles in one place.

🌟 Learn More: Enhance your Microsoft skills on LinkedIn Learning.

💻 Support: Need help? Contact the Service Desk for technical assistance.

For quick answers, browse the Service Desk client portal and review the knowledge base. If you cannot find the answer to your question, please submit a ticket. Getting a ticket started will speed up the process of getting service from ITS.

🗣️ New Students: Learn about Next Steps for Admission📝

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Four students on Central Campus, smiling with the skyline behind themEducation is not a one-size-fits-all endeavor, and Central Piedmont has a variety of options to help you achieve your goals. The type of student you are dictates the enrollment steps you need to complete during the admission process, and we want to make sure you have all of the resources you need to complete those steps quickly. So, we’re offering 30-minute virtual Q&A sessions dedicated to navigating the enrollment process. ✨

What We’ll Cover:

  • 📋 Step-by-step walkthrough of the enrollment process
  • ❓ Q&A to address any of your concerns
  • 🔗 Resources to get you started on the right foot

Choose a Date and Time:

Don’t miss out on these helpful sessions! 🌟 Let’s make your enrollment process smooth and stress-free. See you there! 😊👋

🎉New Accommodate Platform is Live! 🎉

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A student visits a table to speak with a member of the office of Disability ServicesCentral Piedmont Accommodate is now live! This new software platform makes it easier than ever to connect with Disability and Access Services (DAS) and submit accommodation letters to your instructors. 📅✨

🛠️ Getting Started with Accommodate:

  • Check out our step-by-step guide, complete with screenshots, to help you navigate the new system effortlessly.

❓ Questions or Concerns?

At Central Piedmont, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment for all students. 🌟📚

Indulge in Breakfast Tacos Prepared by the Food Truck 101 Class 🍴🚚

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A student manning the mobile learning kitchenJoin the Food Truck 101 Class featuring our amazing Central Piedmont instructor, Anwar Cooper, and his talented students as they sample breakfast tacos! 🌮✨

🗓️ Date: Tue., June 25th
🕒 Time: 4:45 PM – 6:00 PM (or until samples run out)
📍 Location: Central Campus, Philip L. Van Every Culinary Arts Center, on the lawn

Don’t miss out on this tasty opportunity to support our budding chefs and enjoy some delicious food. See you there! 😋🎉

Important Notice: Registration and Payment System Closure 🔒

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Group of students sitting on the stairs inside the Parr CenterHeads up! Due to year-end processing, our registration and payment systems will be down from Wed., June 26 at 6 p.m. until Mon., July 1 at 7 a.m.

What You Can Still Do to Prepare for the Fall Semester During the Outage:

Please Note: The college can still process transcripts and take in-person cash and check payments during the planned outage, just no credit cards.

Fall registration is now open, and you can register online before or after the temporary closure.

Need help? Call 704-330-2722 or email navigate@cpcc.edu. 🤝

Exciting News: Hendrick Automotive Group Donates Land for New Training Facility 🚨

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Central Piedmont is thrilled to announce a generous gift of approximately 23 acres of land from Hendrick Automotive Group and local business leader Rick Hendrick. This land, adjacent to the Levine Campus, will be used to build a state-of-the-art first responder training facility.

Highlights:

  • Long-standing Partnership: This donation continues the partnership that began with the Joe Hendrick Center for Automotive Technology in 2006.
  • Comprehensive Training: The new facility will include law enforcement, fire and rescue, EMS, forensics, and telecommunicator training areas, with both indoor and outdoor spaces. Central Piedmont offers a Public Safety Administration associate degree, providing multiple tracks for students to pursue careers in various public safety fields.
  • Phased Construction: The first phase opens in 2027, with the second phase following in 2028.

Statements:

  • Dr. Kandi Deitemeyer, Central Piedmont President: “This generous gift allows us to build a first responder training facility in southeast Mecklenburg County.”
  • Rick Hendrick, Hendrick Automotive Group CEO: “We are delighted to support the growth of Central Piedmont and its Levine Campus. The new facility will be a world-class training center for first responders.”

Read the full press release here.

Advisory: MyCollege Scheduled Maintenance 🛠️

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Central Piedmont’s Information Technology Services (ITS) will conduct scheduledStudent on a computer in the library maintenance on the MyCollege system starting Fri., June 21, at 12:00 p.m. This maintenance will continue until Mon., June 24, at 8:00 a.m. During this period, MyCollege will be unavailable.

Please make sure to complete any necessary tasks in MyCollege before the maintenance begins. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation during this time.

Coming Soon: New Software Platform for Disability and Access Services! 📢💻

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A sign language interpreter providing services for a student in the classroomStarting Mon., Jul. 1, Central Piedmont is launching an exciting new software platform to streamline the process for students requesting or renewing accommodations through Disability and Access Services (DAS).

🚀 What’s New?

  • Simplified Process: The new system will make it easier for students to connect with DAS and submit accommodation letters to their instructors.
  • Single Sign-On (SSO): Use your SSO to access your account, review approved accommodations, and submit semester requests for classes.

📚 Support and Assistance:

  • Detailed information will be provided on how to use the new platform in the coming weeks.
  • The Disability Support Services team will offer ongoing support throughout the transition.

💡 Why This Matters: This new platform will enhance Central Piedmont’s ability to support students with disabilities, ensuring they receive the accommodations needed to succeed academically.

📞 Questions or Concerns?

Stay tuned for more updates! 🌟

Career Services Summer Offerings 🌞

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Central Piedmont’s Career Services is here to support your career journey all summer long! Whether you’re searching for a job, choosing a program of study, or preparing for interviews, we’ve got you covered.

📅 Appointments: Schedule in-person or virtual meetings with a Career Counselor at any of our campus locations via Handshake.

🕒 Summer Drop-In Hours: This summer, students and graduates can drop by Career Center at Central Campus, Central High 206 to get help with career questions without an appointment. Summer drop-in hours are Mon-Thurs, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m and will be in effect through July 26.

💻 Online Resources: Utilize Handshake for job searches, Big Interview for interview practice, and Career Coach for exploring study programs and career opportunities.

🎉 Events: Check Handshake’s Event section for over 50 virtual events, including sessions about careers with the FBI, at Bank of America, and in healthcare.

For more details and resources, visit Central Piedmont Career Services.

Student Spotlight: Shania Johnson 🌟

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Headshot of Shania JohnsonShania Johnson, a first-generation college student from Charlotte, NC, embodies resilience and determination.

After graduating from Garinger High School in 2020, she attended UNC Greensboro. Despite an impressive start, she faced mental health struggles and the unexpected passing of her father.

Realizing she needed a change, Shania returned to Charlotte and enrolled at Central Piedmont in Spring 2023.

🌟 Highlights:

  • Peer Mentor: In TRIO Student Support Services (TRIO-SSS), Shania built meaningful relationships and grew personally.
  • Academic Success: Graduated with an Associate in Arts in psychology, with aspirations to eliminate stigmas around mental health therapy in minority communities.

💬 Her Journey: “Attending Central Piedmont helped me understand that everyone’s path is different, and that doesn’t lessen your personal accomplishments,” Shania shared.

This fall, Shania will start her social work degree at UNC Charlotte. 🎓🌟

Complimentary Dishes from the Mobile Learning Kitchen! 🚚🍽️

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Students working the mobile learning kitchenCentral Piedmont’s Mobile Learning Kitchen and line cooking class will be serving up complimentary dishes to students and employees from Jun. 25–Jul. 18 on Central Campus, in front of the Parr Center.

🕒 Food Truck Schedule: The food truck will be open from 4:30–6:30 p.m., or until all samples are passed out, on the following days:

  • Tue., Jun. 25
  • Thu., Jun. 27
  • Tue., Jul. 2
  • Wed., Jul. 3
  • Tue., Jul. 9
  • Thu., Jul. 11
  • Tue., Jul. 16
  • Thu., Jul. 18

💬 Recent Reviews:

  • “I recently had the opportunity to have a great meal from the food truck! They were very accommodating to my vegetarian diet, as well. I would love to experience more meals.”
  • “The food tonight was amazing. The meal was extremely well-seasoned and prepared with care. The service was high quality. The students appeared more like professionals with vast experience.”
  • “Breakfast tacos were the bomb, 10/10. The only change would be to add cheese but it was delicious regardless. Customer service 10/10. Portions are a really good size. Gravy and biscuits were 10/10, the best meal yet. All the flavors were balanced and harmonious. The biscuits were extra soft and fluffy, and reminded me of the cheddar bay ones from Red Lobster. Loved it.”

Don’t miss out on this delicious opportunity to enjoy free meals and support your fellow students! 🍔🌮🍝

May Issue of Central Piedmont Archives Newsletter Now Available

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The latest issue of “For The Record,” the Central Piedmont Archives newsletter, is now available!

📅 Highlights of this issue:

Headshot of Gloria Kelley, which is used as the newsletter's cover photo

  • 🎓 Spotlight on Gloria Kelley
  • 📜 A look back at the Jun. 1964 commencement ceremony of the Beatty’s Ford Road Campus
  • 🗂️ Updates on the processing of Dr. Ruth G. Shaw’s presidential papers
  • 🤝 Celebrations of the two volunteers, contributing their time over the summer
  • 🗺️ Erin and Johnamarie’s trip to the State Archives for the SNCA 2024 Annual Meeting

📖 How to access the newsletter: Visit our digital collections and click the “view” button to expand the document.

📧 Interested in collaborating with the Archives or learning more about our institutional history?

Virtual Information Session: Paying for College with the Next NC Scholarship 💰

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Join us for an informative virtual session on financial aid! We’ll cover essential details about the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the Next NC Scholarship. This session is designed to help students and their families understand the application processes, eligibility criteria, and benefits of these financial aid opportunities. Learn how to maximize your financial aid options and make college more affordable.

Session Details:

  • 🗓 Date & Time:
    • June 6 at 10 a.m.
    • June 11 at 2 p.m.
    • June 20 at 11 a.m.
  • 📍 Location: Online; registration is required
    • The Microsoft Teams meeting link will be in your confirmation email

Don’t miss this opportunity to make your college education more affordable! 💸

Final Reminder: FAFSA Night at Cato Campus 🎓

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FAFSA Federal Student Aid logoJoin us for FAFSA Night and unlock your financial aid potential. Get hands-on help completing your FAFSA, ensuring you don’t miss out on any financial support.

Event Details:

  • 🗓 Date: Wed., May 29 from 6 to 8 p.m.
  • 📍 Location: Cato Campus, Building I, Rooms 220/221
  • 🤝 Inclusivity: Spanish-speaking staff available
  • 🚀 Secure Your Spot: Registration is required

Why Attend?

  • Personalized assistance with FAFSA applications
  • Access to federal, state, and institutional financial aid, including grants, loans, work-study, and scholarships
  • Ensure you meet the Aug. 15 priority deadline for the 2024-2025 academic year

Don’t miss this opportunity to get the financial support you need! 💰

Spring 2024 Dean’s List and President’s List Now Available 🌟

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Students learning in a classroomCentral Piedmont is proud to celebrate all the hardworking students who made it to the Dean’s List and President’s List for the Spring 2024 semester.

Dean’s List honorees achieved a 3.50 or greater GPA, with no Incomplete (“I”) or Withdraw (“W”) grades, and completed at least 12 hours of credit in courses numbered 100 through 299.

President’s List honorees achieved a 4.00 GPA, with no Incomplete (“I”) or Withdraw (“W”) grades, and completed at least 12 hours of credit in courses numbered 100 through 299.

🎉 Celebrate and Share: Join us in celebrating the accomplishments of your classmates! Congratulate your peers on their dedication and hard work. 🎓🌟

Reminder: FAFSA Night at Cato Campus 🎓

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FAFSA Federal Student Aid logoDon’t miss out! Join us for FAFSA Night to unlock your financial aid potential. Get hands-on help completing your FAFSA, ensuring you don’t miss out on any financial support.

🗓 Date: Wed., May 29, 2024
📍 Location: Cato Campus, Building I, Rooms 220/221
🤝 Inclusivity: Spanish-speaking staff available
🚀 Secure Your Spot: Registration is required

📅 Why Attend?

  • Personalized assistance with FAFSA applications
  • Get access to federal, state, and institutional financial aid, including grants, loans, work-study, and scholarships
  • Ensure you meet the Aug. 15 priority deadline for the 2024-2025 academic year

🎓 Meet Ndianor Gbandala: From Liberia to Central Piedmont Graduation Speaker 🌍

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2024 Commencement Speaker Ndianor Gbandala in a white coat and gogglesNdianor Gbandala, an international student from Monrovia, Liberia, not only excelled as a Medical Laboratory Technology student at Central Piedmont but was also one of your May ’24 graduation speakers. Her journey to Central Piedmont began with her search for a welcoming atmosphere and a convenient downtown Charlotte location, which offered easy access to essential services and a supportive community where international students can thrive and feel at home.

A Passion Ignited by Science 🔬

Inspired by her father’s career in pharmacy, Ndianor’s passion for the sciences was further fueled by a microbiology class at Central Piedmont. This experience guided her toward a degree in Medical Laboratory Technology. “The role of laboratory professionals in healthcare drew me in; I saw a way to directly impact patient outcomes through science,” she notes.

A Transformative Experience 🌟

Ndianor’s time at Central Piedmont has been nothing short of transformative. She values the supportive learning environment, the mentorship from dedicated faculty, and the friendships that have nurtured her both personally and professionally. “The combination of a supportive community, enriching experiences, and quality education has made my time at Central Piedmont truly rewarding,” she shares.

Looking Ahead: Goals and Aspirations 🏥

Ndianor Gbandala at the podium, speaking during the 2024 Central Piedmont graduation commencement

With her degree in hand, Ndianor aims to become a Medical Laboratory Technician in a hospital setting, where she can contribute to diagnosing and treating diseases. She is also committed to furthering her education and advancing in her field. Her advice to future students? “Embrace every learning opportunity, seek help when needed, and always be open to new experiences. Central Piedmont provides a platform for growth and self-discovery; use it well.”

Preparing to Inspire 🎤

Ndianor reflected on her academic and personal growth at Central Piedmont as she prepared to address her peers at the 10 a.m. graduation commencement: “This college has not only helped me fine-tune my career path but also equipped me with the confidence to face future challenges in healthcare.” Her story highlights the impact of dedication to education and active community engagement. 🌍🎓

Transition to Microsoft 365 Complete! 🎉

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ITS Service Desk helping a studentWe’re thrilled to announce that 100% of student mailboxes and Drive data have successfully migrated from Google Suite to Microsoft 365!

  • 📧 New Email: All student mailboxes are now on Outlook.
  • 📂 Drive Data: Your Google Drive data is fully accessible in your new Microsoft 365 account. If you’re new to navigating M365, check out these Microsoft 365 Tools and Applications.
  • 🌐 Resources: We have answered lots of your frequently asked questions and put the most requested knowledgebase articles in one place.
  • 🌟 Learn More: Enhance your Microsoft skills on LinkedIn Learning

💻 Support: Need help? Contact the Service Desk for technical assistance.

  • Please note that due to record-high call volume, the ITS Service Desk call queue has become saturated. Callers fill up the queue with callback requests each day, then create new callback requests before their place in line has come. The Service Desk starts the day with an unsustainable number of callback requests in the queue.
  • To prevent the queue from growing each day, ITS is going to implement the following temporary changes to the call queue starting May 21:
    • Stop accepting calls at 4 p.m. each day.
    • Purge a call waiting in the queue after four hours.
  • It is understood these changes may prevent somebody from getting through to the service desk by phone. The current recommendation is to browse the Service Desk client portal and review the knowledge base to find an answer to your question. If you cannot find the answer, then review our service catalog to start a ticket. Getting a ticket started will speed up the process of getting service from ITS.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation throughout this transition!