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De-Stress Event: Relax Before Finals at Central Piedmont! 🧘‍♀️

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Students sitting in the floor, coloringFeeling the pressure of upcoming finals? 😓 Take a breather and join us for a De-Stress Event! It’s the perfect way to unwind and recharge before hitting the books again.

Activities Include:

  • 🛍️ Coping Kits: Create your own personalized kit filled with stress-relief goodies.
  • 🌿 Aromatherapy: Mix and make your own soothing scents.
  • 🎨 Coloring: Tap into your creative side with some relaxing coloring.

Event Details:

  • 📅 Date: Wed., Nov. 13
  • 🕛 Time: Noon – 2:30 p.m.
  • 📍 Location: Harris Campus, Harris Building 1 Lobby

Questions? Contact Brittany Lutton at brittany.lutton@cpcc.edu.

Come de-stress with us and head into finals feeling refreshed and ready! 💪

🎨 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! 🌟

Speed Friending: Meet New Friends at Central Piedmont! 🎉

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Students mingling at a gatheringAre you feeling a bit lonely? 😢 Having a tough time making connections? Counseling Services and Student Engagement have your back! Join us for Speed Friending—the perfect chance to meet other students and make some new friends.

What to Expect:

  • 🎮 Fun Games: Play get-to-know-you games with other students.
  • 🎨 Creative Crafting: Make friendship bracelets to keep or share.
  • 🍿 Snacks Provided: Enjoy some tasty treats while you mingle.

Event Details:

  • 📅 Date: Wed., Sept. 18
  • 🕥 Time: 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
  • 📍 Location: Harris Campus, Harris 1 Building Lobby

Questions? Reach out to Brittany Lutton at brittany.lutton@cpcc.edu.

Don’t miss out on this awesome opportunity to connect and make new friends! 🤗

Pinwheels for Prevention: Raise Awareness at Central Piedmont 🎗️

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Suicide prevention month ribbon, purple and tealJoin us in making a difference during Suicide Prevention Month by participating in Pinwheels for Prevention at Central Piedmont. Each pinwheel symbolizes the lives of college students lost to suicide each year—a powerful reminder of the importance of mental health awareness.

Event Highlights:

  • 🌟 Symbolic Pinwheels: Each pinwheel represents approximately 1,100 college students who die by suicide annually.
  • 🎨 Get Involved: Drop by to create your own pinwheel and contribute to this meaningful display.
  • 🌍 Raise Awareness: The pinwheels will be displayed throughout Suicide Prevention Month to spread awareness and show support.

Event Details

Harper Campus

  • 📅 Date: Tues., Sept. 10
  • 🕙 Time: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
  • 📍 Location: Harper IV Building First Floor Lobby

Harris Campus

  • 📅 Date: Wed., Sept. 11
  • 🕙 Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
  • 📍 Location: Harris Building 1 Lobby

Your participation can make a real impact, so let’s come together to show our support and raise awareness. 💜

Week of Welcome at Central Piedmont: A Campus-by-Campus Guide! 🎉

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A group of students poses together in front of tents during welcome week activitiesWelcome to a brand-new semester at Central Piedmont! Our Week of Welcome is packed with exciting events across several campuses. Whether you’re new or returning, this is your chance to dive into the campus community, make new friends, and kick off the semester in style. Here’s what’s happening:

Central Campus Events

  • 📅 Mon., Aug. 19: Meet Your Coordinator 🤝
    Meet your Student Engagement Coordinator and win some cool prizes.
    Time: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
    Location: Parr Center, First Floor Lobby
  • 📅 Tues., Aug. 20: Coffee, Crafts, & Campus Activities Board (CAB) ☕🎨
    Enjoy coffee, unleash your creativity, and learn about the Campus Activities Board. A perfect opportunity to connect with new friends!
    Time: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
    Location: Parr Center, Room 0070
  • 📅 Wed., Aug. 21: Breakfast Bar 🍳🥞
    Join us for pancakes, cereal, fresh fruit, and more!
    Time: 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
    Location: Parr Center, Room 0060
  • 📅 Thurs., Aug. 22: Welcome [Throwback] Fest 🕺💃
    Dress in your best throwback swag and explore the amazing resources Central Campus has to offer. Music, games, and fun await!
    Time: Noon – 2 p.m.
    Location: Parr Center

Harris Campus and City View Events

  • 📅 Mon., Aug. 19: Meet Your Coordinator
    Meet your Student Engagement Coordinator and learn about upcoming events.
    Time: 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m.
    Location: Harris Campus, Harris I, Hallway
  • 📅 Tues., Aug. 20: Student Group Interest 🍩
    Explore student group opportunities while enjoying coffee and donuts. A great way to start your day!
    Time: 11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
    Location: Harris Campus, Harris I, Hallway
  • 📅 Wed., Aug. 21: City View Yogurt Bar 🍓🍯
    Indulge in some healthy yogurt with fruit and granola while learning about upcoming events.
    Time: Noon – 1:30 p.m.
    Location: City View
  • 📅 Thurs., Aug. 22: Welcome [Throwback] Fest 🕺💃
    Show off your best throwback attire and discover the exciting resources available at Harris Campus. Enjoy music, games, and more!
    Time: 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
    Location: Harris Campus, Harris I, Hallway

Cato Campus Events

  • 📅 Thur., Aug. 15: Breakfast Bar 🍳🥞
    Start your day with a free breakfast! Waffles, cereal, fresh fruit, and more are on the menu.
    Time: 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
    Location: Annable Building, Room 024
  • 📅 Tues., Aug. 20: Rotaract Sip & Craft ☕🛠️
    Interested in community service? Learn about the Rotaract Service Club while enjoying some coffee and crafting.
    Time: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
    Location: Annable Atrium
  • 📅 Wed., Aug. 21: Welcome [Throwback] Fest 🕺💃
    Dress up in your favorite throwback outfit and explore everything Cato Campus has to offer. Music, games, and plenty of fun await!
    Time: Noon – 2 p.m.
    Location: Annable Ground Floor

Levine Campus Events

  • 📅 Mon., Aug. 19: Meet Your Coordinator 
    Come meet your Student Engagement Coordinator and win some free swag!
    Time: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
    Location: Levine 1 Building Atrium
  • 📅 Tues., Aug. 20: Coffee, Crafts, & Campus Activities Board (CAB) ☕🎨
    Sip on some coffee, get creative with crafts, and learn all about the Campus Activities Board.
    Time: 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
    Location: Levine 2 Building, Room 1400
  • 📅 Wed., Aug. 21: Welcome [Throwback] Fest 🕺💃
    Throw on your favorite retro attire and check out the awesome resources Levine Campus has to offer. Music, games, and more will be there!
    Time: Noon – 2 p.m.
    Location: Levine 2 Building, First Floor Hallway
  • 📅 Thurs., Aug. 22: Breakfast Bar 🍳🥞
    Start your day with a free breakfast! Waffles, cereal, fresh fruit, and more are on the menu.
    Time: 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
    Location: Levine 2 Building, Room 1400

Get involved, meet new people, and make the most of your time at Central Piedmont! We can’t wait to see you at Week of Welcome activities! 🎉

Celebrate the spring 2023 semester with Welcome Fests

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Central Piedmont Student Engagement invites all students to attend the Welcome Fest at your campus. Stop by to celebrate the beginning of the spring semester!

Various student groups and campus departments will share information and opportunities for you to learn what Central Piedmont has to offer. The event is free and will feature games, snacks, free swag, and more. Meet other students and find ways to connect with your community!

Join the Welcome Fest on your campus:

  • Cato Campus, Cato III: Tuesday, Jan. 31, 12- 2 p.m.
  • Harper Campus, Harper IV: Wednesday, Feb. 1, 11:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m.
  • Harris Campus, Harris I: Thursday, Feb. 2, 11:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m.
  • Central Campus, Parr Center: Tuesday, Feb. 7, 12- 2 p.m.
  • Merancas Campus, Merancas IV: Wednesday, Feb. 8, 11:30 a.m.- 1 p.m.
  • Levine Campus, Levine II, Thursday, Feb. 9, 12- 2 p.m.

Sign up for Fall Break Service Event

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How are you spending your fall break? Join Central Piedmont Student Engagement, in partnership with Supportive Housing Communities (SHC), for a fall break service project. The service project will take place on Monday, Oct. 10, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. at McCreesh Place. Students must register to attend the project by Wednesday, Oct. 5.

McCreesh Place is Charlotte’s first permanent supportive housing complex to house the chronically homeless in active recovery from addiction. The complex has 64-single room units with communal bathrooms and kitchens, and 26 one-bedroom units.

Service Details: Student volunteers will receive a tour of McCreesh Place and receive education on the resources provided by SHC and the importance of their nonprofit organization to the Charlotte community. Volunteers will then clean and sanitize eight communal mini-kitchen spaces to ensure the areas are clean and safe.
If you have any questions, contact whitney.williams@cpcc.edu or 704.330.6745.

Get Connected During Spring Fest 2022

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photo of students engaging during spring festGet ready for an afternoon of music, games, and free food on the campus nearest to you! Meet your Student Life coordinators and find out ways you can be involved on campus. A limited number of free lunches will be provided on a first come first serve bases.

Spring Fest Dates and Times:

  • Cato | April 5 | 12pm-2pm (outside near Amphitheatre)
  • Central | April 7 | 12pm-2pm (Overcash Lawn)
  • Levine | April 13 | 12pm-2pm (Back patio of Levine II)
  • Merancas | April 19 | 12pm-2pm (Merancas IV patio)
  • Harper | April 21 | 12pm-2pm (Harper IV Quad area)
  • Harris | April 27 | 11am-2pm (Harris I patio)

Central Piedmont offers you a ton of ways to get involved, make friends, do good for others, and have fun. Check out  the Student Life Calendar of events for location details and many other unique experiences on each campus during the semester.

Donate Blood and Save a Life

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one blood big red bus for blood donationsDid you know that one blood donation can save up to three lives? You have greater powers than you know! Please consider donating blood at the next blood drive on Central Campus.  All donors will receive a $20 eGift Card, a OneBlood T-shirt, and a Wellness Checkup.

Join us on Tuesday, April 19 from 10:00 a.m – 2 p.m., for the OneBlood Blood Drive on the Overcash Lawn on Central Campus.

Appointments are strongly encouraged. Reserve an appointment or contact Jesse.Bennett@cpcc.edu with questions. 

Apply for a SGA Leadership Position by April 8th

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Students in classroom looking at a projector screenThe Student Government Association is excited to announce that the application period for the SGA executive committee is now open.

Serve on the 2022-23 SGA Executive Committee (President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, or Public Information Officer).

Apply Now! All Central Piedmont students are members of the SGA and are represented by elected student officers. This is your opportunity to become an officer – be involved in the democratic process and create a positive change for yourself and for students across the college.

Students who take on leadership roles in SGA serve as advocates for the student body, make budget recommendations, hear funds requests from student organizations and support programs and activities in Student Engagement. You will have the opportunity to grow as a leader, work with diverse issues and have fun while you’re doing it!

Submit your application today. The deadline to apply is Friday, April 8th at 5 pm. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Join us for Welcome Week and Student Resource Day

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Student Life Group shotSpring is already off to a fast start.  Do you know where to go for support?  Still have questions about your campus? Which clubs and organizations can help you reach your goals?

Join Student Engagement for Welcome Week Events January 31 – February 3! Stop by the closest Student Engagement table to spin a prize wheel to win free t-shirts and other goodies. While you’re there, learn all about exciting campus events and find ways to get involved with clubs and organizations. Here are the table locations:

  • Cato: Cato III Lobby
  • Central: Zeiss Lobby
  • Harris: Harris I Entrance
  • Harper: Harper IV First Floor Lobby
  • Levine: Levine I Atrium
  • Merancas: Merancas IV Room 101

To close out Welcome Week, attend the virtual Student Resource Day on Feb 3rd from 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. via Zoom meeting.  Student Engagement Coordinators will be available to answer questions, connect you with other college departments, and introduce you to student clubs and organizations that peek your interest in breakout groups. Please join us – here’s how:

We can’t wait to meet you! Visit the Student Events Calendar and follow Student Life Instagram @cpccstudentlife to learn more about upcoming student events.

Information Tables During the First Week of Class

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Our Central Piedmont Student Engagment team is here to help! Information tables will be set up at all six campuses during the first week of spring classes should you need help finding classes or getting questions answered. 

Please download the Central Piedmont app as soon as possible to stay informed, have access to your schedule, campus maps, and know about all the fun things happening on our campuses for students. 

At Central Campus, the information table will be located on Elizabeth Avenue in front of Parking Deck 3.

  • Monday (Jan 10) from 7:45 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. and 5-6:00 p.m.
  • Tuesday (Jan 11) from 7:45 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. and 5-6:00 p.m.

At all other campuses, tables will be set up in main entry points on campus. Look for our staff and faculty to assist you with any questions you might have.

We look forward to serving you on campus in the upcoming weeks!

Kudos to Central Piedmont’s Cyber Security Team

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2021 Cyber Security Team standing in front of white backgroundCongratulations to Central Piedmont’s Cyber Security Team and program area on its student’s performance at the individual and team level during the National Cyber League Competition, which took place Oct. 8 – Nov. 7, 2021. The team placed 137 out of 927 teams that competed nationwide, beating several four-year universities. In the individual competition, Central Piedmont student Daniel Freeman placed 209th out of 3,667 competitors. This put him in the top 6% nationwide. The other team members placed 1,225, 1,826 and 1,870 respectively.

Events like the National Cyber League Competition expose students to industry partners who may provide them with internships and full-time jobs – jobs are one of the best completion statuses our students can have.

Learn more about the National Cyber League and its competitions.

Apply for a Student Government Association Position

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The Student Government Association is excited to announce that applications for SGA Senators positions (at all campuses) and Treasurer are now open!

 All Central Piedmont students are members of the SGA and are represented by elected student officers and appointed senators by the Executive Committee to represent the needs and interests of students at the college.

This is your opportunity to become an officer – be involved in the democratic process and create a positive change for yourself and students across the college.

Apply now! Students who take on leadership roles in SGA serve as advocates for the student body, help fund student organizations, and support student engagement. You will have the opportunity to grow as a leader, work with diverse issues and have fun while you’re doing it!

Learn more information including eligibility requirements and position descriptions on the SGA website.

Truth, Racial Healing, and Transformation – Join CRJC and Make a Difference!

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logo that reads truth, racial healing and transformationAre you interested in racial equity and making a difference in our community? Central Piedmont is now accepting applications for the Central Piedmont Racial Justice Fellows Program for the 2021-2022 academic year. We will be hiring/engaging four Central Piedmont Racial Justice Fellows who will be part of the Charlotte Racial Justice Consortium (CRJC), composed of five universities – Central Piedmont Community College, Johnson C. Smith University, Johnson & Wales University – Charlotte Campus, Queens University of Charlotte, and the University of North Carolina Charlotte.

This is a paid stipend position that requires about 10 hours a week. Hours are flexible but students must be available on Wednesdays from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm to meet with the larger consortium and campus cohort.

Students will receive racial equity and racial healing training/education, develop leadership skills to create a more comprehensive narrative on race, and experience and learn how to facilitate racial healing circles.

Don’t wait – submit your application today! (Applications are due by September 13th)

Contact Jesse Bennett, jesse.bennett@cpcc.edu, for more information!

We Have the Resources You Need – Learn More at Student Resource Day

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two students with COVID masks being helped at a service deskAre you ready to start the semester off right? If so, make sure to attend the Student Resource Day virtually on Sep 2nd from 2:30 p.m – 4:30 p.m. via Zoom meeting. As part of the Student Resources Week, any current students who participate will be entered to win one of five $25 Amazon Gift Cards. 

Several student support departments will be answering questions and sharing important information to any students that join the Zoom meeting. Each department will have their own breakout rooms within Zoom for students to join. Join us to learn about the fantastic resources available to all current students on Sept 2!

How to Participate: 

Any student attending the Zoom Meetings will automatically get entered for the sweepstake. Students are encouraged to use their cell phones, laptops and desktops as long as they have an integrated camera to record their responses.   

You must be a Central Piedmont student. (Staff, Faculty, Part-time and Work Study students are not eligible).  Students must record a video sharing something new they learned to enter the sweepstakes. Students can also go directly to FlipGrid to submit video entries if they are not able to attend the ZOOM meeting. 

Upload your videos and comments using Flipgrid:  (Link not active until Sep 2nd) students can go to this link to submit a recorded response to the department listed. Students must sign in using their student credentials to be able to sign in. 

The winners will be contacted by email on Sep 13,  2021.

Questions? Contact John.Gomez@cpcc.edu.

Activities for Students by Students – Join Campus Activities Board Today

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CAB Students sitting near Zeiss building on campus

The Campus Activities Board (CAB) is excited for a new year of learning and fun. CAB offers a variety of FREE programs and activities by students – for students. We value the importance of peer to peer connection outside of the classroom; so, we have worked diligently to create a blend of in-person and virtual offerings. Be sure to follow us on Instagram for event updates, giveaways, and more! 

If you are interested in becoming a member of CAB, submit your application today. Applications are open to all Central Piedmont students, regardless of campus. Membership is limited, so apply now! The application deadline is September 12, 2021, by 11:59 pm. If you have any questions, contact Carrie.Street@cpcc.edu or John.Gomez@cpcc.edu. 

 

 

Join a Global Learning Event this Fall

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Friday, September 10th, 11am to noon – Virtual
Where will you go in 2022? The Global Learning office is traveling again! Come learn about study abroad at Central Piedmont and where we will go in the summer of 2022.
You will also learn about the NC Scholars of Global Distinction Program, the Global Student Association, and both virtual and local globally themed events.
Wednesday, September 15th, 10am –11 a.m. – Virtual
“Mzansi” (South Africa’s nickname) is one of the most beautiful and interesting countries in the world. Join our partners from EDU Africa as they share about South African culture, language, and history. Register for this event today!
Global Student Association Meetings – to get on our invite list to receive information about our fall meetings and schedule, complete the GSA Registration Form
The Global Student Association is a group of students who learn about and celebrate different cultures. Supported by both the International Student Services Center and the Global Learning office, the Global Student Association appreciates different languages and different ways of doing things by participating in multicultural events and supporting students who want to study abroad. The Global Student Association also creates a sense of unity among international students and those interested in other cultures.  

 

Your Voice Matters! Participate in a ‘Campus Conversation’ event.

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Central Piedmont is preparing for its Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) reaffirmation in 2024. Our accreditation is vitally important since it impacts the college’s ability to award degrees, diplomas, and certificates to students – just like you.  It even affects your ability to receive financial aid from the U.S. Department of Education.

As a student, YOU are important to this process! Here’s where you come in: We need your help to develop the Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP), which is a requirement of the college’s SACSCOC reaffirmation process. The QEP topic will focus on an issue Central Piedmont can improve upon that deals with student learning outcomes and/or student success.

The QEP Topic Selection Team has reviewed various internal and external documents to identify possible student success themes and drafted questions to gather your feedback around the themes during Campus Conversations this past April. Now, you get to vote on your top theme. The top theme will then be narrowed into a QEP topic later this semester. 

Here is a link to the QEP Topic Selection Survey. Please complete the survey by the end of the day on Sunday, Sept. 5.

You will also have the opportunity later to help in the coming months by:

  • submitting a research proposal this fall that further narrows the focus of our QEP

We look forward to hearing from you!

Join us for a Week of Welcome events on every campus

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students walking with masks while on campusStudent Engagement wants to welcome you to the Central Piedmont community throughout our Week of Welcome (August 23-27)! Each campus is hosting a variety of grab-and-take home-style events that allow us to introduce you to what engagement looks like at Central Piedmont. Masks and social distancing will be required.
All events are from 11-1 unless noted otherwise and will be at the following campus locations (unless noted as a virtual event):
  • Central: Worrell Building Patio
  • Levine: Levine II Outside of Room 1400 (Student Engagement Suite)
  • Cato: Cato III Patio
  • Merancas: Merancas IV Patio
  • Harper: Harper IV Lobby
  • Harris: Harris I Room 1225, Student Engagement Suite
Welcome Week Events:
  • Monday, August 23: It’s hot outside, so grab a cool treat to cool you off! Free ice pops or ice cream!
  • Tuesday, August 24: Central Piedmont prides itself on service! Grab a take-home service project that helps Promising Pages, an agency providing books and literacy initiatives to young readers!
  • Wednesday, August 25 | Craft Day: get creative with a grab and take-home canvas and paint set! Tag us on social media to share your masterpiece with the student body!
  • Thursday, August 26 | Virtual Trivia | 11-3pm: Join us via Zoom for an opportunity to show off your knowledge on a variety of topics and a chance to win a gift card! Visit the Student Life Calendar for Zoom information!
  • Friday, August 27 | Virtual Club Fair | 1-2:30pm: Come meet the different student clubs Central Piedmont has to offer. Speak with staff and students about getting involved, and find information on clubs you would like to join!  Join us via Zoom Meeting. [Meeting ID: 980 3776 9241, Passcode: Clubs]
  • Friday, August 27 | Esports | 11am-5pm:  Download the FREE Mission Control GG App, Join the Central Piedmont Organization, Sign up, and suggest your favorite game! Registration closes on Aug 26.

Check the Student Engagement event calendar to see when Welcome Week events are on your campus!