Do you want or need a mentor?

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Central Piedmont has several opportunities for you to get a mentor.

Check out these programs and GET INVOLVED:

  • MAN UP Program is a male mentoring program that provides wrap-around services and comprehensive activities that promote personal development, academic improvement and other social and educational advancement needs. It is open to ALL Central Piedmont male students.  For more information: MAN UP
  • Positive Community for Women (PCW) is a female empowerment program facilitated by Counseling Services. We work to support and uplift college women through workshops, mentoring, community service projects, and social/cultural activities. Our goal is to provide a positive learning environment where women are empowered to improve their lives through education and personal growth.  For more information: Positive Community for Women
  • The Peer Mentoring Program is an opportunity for Central Piedmont students to get support from a peer during their first year in college. You will have assistance with finding the answers to a variety of questions, ranging from academic concerns to the challenges of balancing school and other priorities.  For more information: Peer Mentoring
  • Ruth G Shaw Scholars is an annual program and is limited to 10 female students who will participate in sessions, both with Ruth G. Shaw scholar mentors and separately with scholars.  For more information:  Ruth G Shaw

Goodwill Construction Skills Training Center Open House

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The Goodwill Construction Skills Training Center. offered at the center – programs focused on specialized areas like construction, carpentry, blueprint reading and estimating, and HVAC and electrical. These programs help high school students and adults access high-potential, family-sustaining trade careers at no cost to them. Skills in these specialized areas can lead to in-demand jobs with great earning potential, health and other benefits.

The Goodwill Construction Skills Training Center Open House is January 31, 7:30-9 a.m. 

This event is hosted by Goodwill® Industries of the Southern Piedmont, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, Central Piedmont Community College and The ROC Charlotte.  Guests will be invited to tour/view the training labs and classrooms. There will be students and/or instructors stationed at certain areas to share about the CAD lab, HVAC and electrical training rooms, and construction flex lab.

The Goodwill Construction Skills Training Center is located at 1335 Alleghany Street, Charlotte, NC 28208.   Fresh pastries, fruit, coffee and refreshments will be served.

We hope to see you there!

Gov. Roy Cooper Visits College, Asks For More Emergency Grants For Students

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North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper, met on Central Piedmont’s Central Campus Wednesday with faculty, staff, and students to share exciting updates about the Finish Line Grant, an emergency grant program originally announced by Cooper in July 2018.

College is a serious financial undertaking. The Finish Line Grant is designed to assist community college students in addressing financial situations that would prevent them from continuing or completing their program of study or credential. Students facing financial hardship may be eligible to receive up to $1,000 to cover eligible expenses per semester.

During the event, Gov. Cooper announced that in North Carolina, 3,000 community college Finish Line Grants have been awarded to date. He added, “It’s amazing how a small amount of money can make a big difference in the life of a student who is trying really hard and is having to pay tuition and fees to try and better themselves in order to get over the hump.”

Too often, financial hardships such as unexpected healthcare costs, childcare expenses, or car and transportation issues prevent students from achieving their academic goals. Fortunately, there are many types of financial aid available to help pay for college.

Lexine Merrill, a Central Piedmont student and Finish Line Grant recipient, echoed the governor’s sentiments. “In one week, I ended up with $1,300 in medical bills and car repairs. I had no idea what to do and nowhere to turn. But then a friend mentioned her experience with the Finish Line Grant, so I applied. I sobbed grateful tears when I learned I was approved. The Finish Line Grant relieved the financial burdens that were weighing heavily on me. It allowed me the opportunity to continue moving forward, toward my finish line.

Students facing an unexpected financial emergency can get connected to a variety of FREE resources through Single Stop, to help them stay focused on their academic goals.

Web Tip Wednesday

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You may have noticed sWeb Tip - Library Updatesome new improvements to the Library web pages to help you access the resources you need more efficiently.

Here are some updates you will see:

  • Search functionality placed prominently at the top of the main page so you can easily look for books, articles and more.
  • Most-used information accessible at the top with less scrolling and clicks.
  • Direct links to tools and information, eliminating duplicate landing pages.
  • Visual tiles that efficiently direct you to resources and information.

We will continue to work on improving this very important content resource. Share your feedback by sending an email to helpdesk@cpcc.edu.

Welcome to the spring 2020 semester!

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Thank you for using your Central Piedmont e-mail account; it is the official means of college communication to you, so please check your account often.

As we gear up for the spring 2020 semester, we want to share some important reminders to help you during the first week of class. Remember, Central Piedmont is a tobacco-free college. All tobacco products (including anything resembling tobacco products, such as e-cigarettes) are not allowed anywhere at all times. Thanks for your cooperation.

Please note there are still construction projects going on around Central Piedmont’s campuses, so please follow all construction signs: Be alert and watch out around you. Consider removing earbuds and headphones while on campus walkways and when crossing the street.

 Here are the top five things you really need to know to be prepared for the new semester:

1. Attend class on the first day.

Download the Central Piedmont app and use your Central Piedmont login to view your class schedule from My College (or go to My College to print your schedule). Bring a copy of your class schedule to ensure that the location has not changed. Pay attention to both the campus and building names for your classes. Look for information tables on campus to help you locate your classrooms or answer questions. PLEASE NOTE: Tuesday, Jan. 14  is the last day to add a full semester class without permission. Another twelve-week session begins Monday, Feb. 12, and the second eight-week short session begins Monday, March 16. Check My College for course availability.

  • CENTRAL CAMPUS LIBRARY: The Library has moved across the quad (to 1241 Charlottetowne Ave.) to make way for construction of the new Central Campus Library and Student Success Center. 
  • NORTH CLASSROOM BUILDING: Located on the quad between Giles and the Library, the new North Classroom Building is open and ready to welcome students.   

2. Use your Central Piedmont Login to access My College.

Access My College to find important information, such as your class schedule; residency status; priority registration dates; enrollment verification; critical alert information; your student ID number; and much more! Student IDs can be made at any Central Piedmont campus.

3. Pay your tuition the same day you register to avoid being dropped from your classes.

Payment is due the day of registration. For payment information (including rates, fees, and dates), visit Central Piedmont Cashiering. Log into My College to view your spring 2020 tuition bill.

4. Get your student ID.

You will need your student ID to check out materials from the Library, use the testing and fitness centers, or access the computer labs on campus. Student Identification Card information is available online and ID cards can be made at all campuses. 

5. Read Central Piedmont Today.

Central Piedmont Today is your student e-newsletter sent to your college email every Wednesday, or read it via the Central Piedmont app. Central Piedmont Today covers a wide range of useful information from registration, parking, and payment to important dates and events.

We are here to help you, and we are ready to help you reach your academic goals. If you have any questions, call the Central Piedmont Information Center at 704.330.2722 or visit the Student Success Center at any campus.

 –Enrollment and Student Services

Ready to compete for a chance to win $10,000?

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53 Ideas Logo

Central Piedmont and Fifth Third Bank have partnered to launch the 53 Ideas Business Pitch Competition and the search is on to find the next big idea. The process is simple and takes less than a minute.

Got an innovative business idea? Record a 53-second video, submit it, and wait to see if your idea is selected as one of the top 53 submissions.

Have a great idea but don’t have a way to record and submit it? Stop in at one of the pop-up recording events and capture your 53-second pitch on video.

The top 53 will be announced on February 29 and move on to compete for top cash prizes to help support the development of their business idea.

It’s a chance for $10,000; $5,000; or $2,500.

2020 Alumni Awards – Now Accepting Nominations!

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Do you know a Central Piedmont Community College graduate who is making a tremendous difference in the community?

Nominations are currently being sought for the 2020 Richard H. Hagemeyer Educational Advancement Award and the 2020 Young Alumni Award of Excellence. These awards recognize Central Piedmont graduates who have significantly benefited from their experiences at Central Piedmont and whose efforts have helped the community.

Nominations are being sought for individuals who have:

  • Demonstrated community/professional involvement, social responsibility and impact.
  • Acquired scholastic and learning skills that have led to continued personal and educational growth.
  • Improved his or her economic status and social capital as a result of attending Central Piedmont Community College.
  • Invested in the lives of others and is seen as a role model.
  • Graduated within the last 10 years (Young Alumni Award of Excellence only).

Click to nominate an outstanding Central Piedmont alumnus by Feb. 28, 2020, at 6 p.m.

Spring semester test of the classroom phone paging system

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The college-wide phone system in classrooms has the capability to turn each phone handset into a paging speaker. In an urgent situation, the college can page classrooms phones at once, by campus. Please be aware that we will test this phone paging system and the college website on Wednesday, Jan. 15 at 10:30 a.m.

This is also a great time to take a moment to confirm or update your mobile phone number and other contact information in our Critical Alert emergency text/phone/email system. It’s important to keep your contact info updated, because this is how the college will contact you if classes are cancelled or impacted due to inclement weather or if there’s an emergency situation.

  • Use your Central Piedmont login and password at cpcc.regroup.com.
  • To add text/call information, scroll down to the “PHONE NUMBERS” section and look for the “+ Add New Phone Number” option below any existing phone numbers.
  • To delete an incorrect phone number, select the trash can icon to the right of it.

Please note that you cannot opt out of Critical Alert notification emails to your Central Piedmont account because your college email is the official channel of communication.

North Classroom Building ready to welcome students on Central Campus

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Central Piedmont is excited to announce that its new North Classroom Building, located on Central Campus, is open and ready to welcome students in time for the spring 2020 semester.

If you’re taking classes on Central Campus this spring, please be sure to check your schedule to see if you have any classes in the North Classroom Building. (If so, the class location will be listed as “North Clas” on your schedule.)

North Classroom Building

Class schedule
North Classroom Building

To see where the North Classroom Building is located, view the Central Campus Map.

Two Reasons to Shop at the Central Piedmont Bookstore

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Have you visited the Central Piedmont Bookstore to purchase textbooks? Here are two reasons why you should consider making it your first choice:

  1. GIVING BACK – A portion of every purchase comes back to Central Piedmont to help keep tuition and fees low.
  2. PRICE MATCH – They price match AMAZON & BN.com!  Check out the details here to learn more about how to save.

Get the latest news, visit them online, and follow them on Facebook and Twitter!

Koichi Takara receives 2019 Community Impact Student Award

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Koichi TakaraCongratulations to Central Piedmont Community College student Koichi Takara who was recently recognized for outstanding leadership and service by North Carolina Campus Compact, a statewide network of colleges and universities with a shared commitment to civic engagement.

Takara received the organization’s 2019 Community Impact Student Award, which honors one student leader at each school, who has demonstrated a deep commitment to community involvement and an ability to inspire others.

Takara has made significant leadership and service contributions both inside and outside the Central Piedmont community since becoming a student in 2018. He is a Foundation Scholar for Peer Mentoring, was elected President of the Student Government Association, and is a member of Phi Theta Kappa, Rotaract, and the NC Scholars of Global Distinction program.

As SGA Student Body President, he not only leads the constitutional revision committee to address the needs of the student body, but also strives to engage all six of the college’s campuses by boosting student engagement in the many opportunities and campus organizations the college offers. His efforts have resulted in more students being involved civically and adopting leadership roles.

Says Jesse Bennett, the director of service-learning at Central Piedmont who nominated Takara for the award, “Koichi’s approach is always enthusiastic and compassionate. He possesses a willingness to share skills, knowledge, and expertise on a wide array of subject matter.”

Takara, a Huntersville resident, plans to major in political science and international relations and eventually attend law school after completing his associate in arts degree at Central Piedmont.

Web Tip Wednesday

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Single Stop Homepage

You may qualify for a variety of resources to help you stay focused on your academic goals. Single Stop can connect you with:

  • Free tax preparation and counseling
  • Benefits counseling
  • Financial Literacy Programming: Keys to Financial Success
  • Emergency grants
  • Referrals for other campus and community resources

Visit Single Stop on the Central Piedmont website to learn more about the services and resources offered. You can access the web page under Student Experience > Student Support.

Do you have a topic you would like to see on Web Tip Wednesday? Send an email to helpdesk@cpcc.edu.

Be the MVP of Your Family – Buy New Central Piedmont Swag

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Central Piedmont apparel

Be the MVP of your family and friends this holiday season by sharing Central Piedmont Community College pride and the Most Valuable Present!

In-Store Only at Central, Levine and Cato Campus or Online:

14 DAY FLASH SALE

12/03/19-12/16/19

IN-STORE & ONLINE

 5 DAY FLASH SALE

12/09/19-12/13/19

IN-STORE & ONLINE
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Visit the Bookstore’s website, and start shopping today!

#ConquerPossibility: Central Piedmont Alumnus Anthony Brown

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Central Piedmont Alumnus and veteran Anthony Brown graduated from Central Piedmont with an Associate in Applied Science degree in hospitality management in 2015. Since that time, he has earned a bachelor’s degree from Johnson & Wales Univerisity and currently works as the assistant general manager for Drury Inn and Suites in Charlotte.

Learn how Anthony took the curriculum credits he earned at Central Piedmont, transferred them to Johnson Wales to start as a junior at the school, and conquered possibility.

Watch the video here.

Central Piedmont Alumnus Opens Strudel Shop with Lifelong Friend

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Three people stand outside strudel shop

(l. to r.) Dee, Ginger, and Kevin (photo courtesy of Charlotte Magazine)

In the Strudel Shop’s kitchen, Central Piedmont alumnus Kevin Kelly stretches a sheet of dough over a stainless steel counter and shakes it in a motion that resembles the rolling of ocean waves. Soon the dough will make up the crust for an apple strudel, which he’ll sell from a sliding window on 15th Street in Optimist Park. But for now, Kevin needs a few extra hands to finish the job.

“Dee, grab that corner,” he tells Dee Huang, co-owner of the Strudel Shop and Kevin’s childhood best friend. Dee chuckles and responds, “Yes chef!” Kevin directs his grandmother Ginger to another corner and me to the last corner. Together they pinch and tug on the flour-covered dough and drape it over the edges of the table until it’s so thin, it looks like tablecloth.

Read the complete Charlotte Magazine article here.

Web Tip Wednesday

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Looking to get involved, enhance your skills and knowledge and meet new people? Learn more about joining a Student Club or Organization.

Central Piedmont offer more than 70 choices of student clubs and organizations focused in these areas:

  • Academic/Vocational – Take advantage of a great opportunity to gain additional experience in your area of study.
  • Competitive Curricular Focus – Enhance your skills and knowledge and compete with other colleges.
  • Special Interest – Share your common interests with other students.
  • Campus Ministries – Make new friends who are also seeking to grow in faith, while getting support and encouragement to meet your educational goals.

You can find the Clubs and Organizations web page quickly on the Current Students dashboard web page under the Student Life tab.

Do you have a topic you would like to see on Web Tip Wednesday? Send an email to helpdesk@cpcc.edu.

Hotspot Checkouts to End, Learn About Low-Cost Internet Service

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Central Piedmont Library will be ending the checkout of hotspots after the end of the fall 2019 semester. Hotspots will be not available after December 11, 2019. Information about low-cost Internet service can be found here: www.lifelinesupport.org. Lifeline is the FCC’s program to help make communications services more affordable for eligible consumers.

College Launches JA Finance Park® and JA BizTown® Storefront

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ribbon cutting

Representatives from Central Piedmont Community College and Junior Achievement of the Central Carolinas gathered at the organization’s JA Finance Park® at the JA TowneBank Opportunity headquarters in Camp North End to participate in a special ribbon-cutting event to welcome Central Piedmont to the space.

JA Finance Park® and JA BizTown® are two programs spearheaded by Junior Achievement USA to prepare young people for the real world by teaching them how to follow a monthly budget, understand the actual “costs of living,” and think critically and solve problems.

The Central Piedmont space will not only help educate students on the different educational paths available to them, but also to help high school students apply to the college for free and assist them with filling out their financial aid applications. This is an exciting partnership with Central Piedmont and the Junior League. Central Piedmont is the first community college in the country to participate in these national programs, which strive to instill sound financial literacy and money management skills in today’s youth so they may succeed in the future.

Learn more about this initiative.