Central Piedmont Truist Honor Scholars Shine in Innovation Competition! 🌟🏆

Truist Scholars holding giant check for $2,500The Truist Honor Scholars proudly represented Central Piedmont at the first-ever Canopy Innovation Award Competition on November 18, and secured an impressive 2nd Place! 🎉👏

The Challenge:
Three teams from local colleges and universities were tasked with solving affordable housing issues through adaptive re-use concepts. Supported by mentors, each team presented their innovative solutions to a panel of industry experts.

Central Piedmont’s Presentation Highlights:

  • 🏠 Holistic Design: Focused on affordable housing solutions that address financial, social, and individual needs while promoting independence.
  • 🔧 Creative Concepts: Combined thoughtful design and construction with a people-first approach to housing.
  • 🤝 Dedication: The team gracefully dedicated their presentation to Haywood Community College, which was unable to participate due to Hurricane Helene’s impact.

Realtors® Choice Award – Your Vote Matters!
In addition to the competition, a Realtors® Choice Award offers an extra $1,000 prize, and YOU can help Central Piedmont win!

🗳️ How to Vote:

  1. Watch Central Piedmont’s presentation: Click Here
  2. Look for the blue Realtors® Choice tab on the right side of your screen.
  3. Select Central Piedmont and hit Submit!

⏰ Voting Period: Now through December 6, 2024 – but don’t wait, vote by December 1st to show your support! 💪✨

Are YOU Registered to Vote? 🗳️

The word VOTE with a red check mark in the "O"Stop by the front entrance of Harris I at Harris Campus on Thurs., Sept. 26 between 11:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. and register to vote! It only takes a few minutes to get registered and ensure your voice is heard. 🗣️

Remember, every vote counts! Make sure you’re ready to make an impact on the issues that matter to you.

Do You Need A Ride to the Polls? $25 Uber Gift Cards Available

In 2020, you have the opportunity to vote for the next president of the U.S., who will represent you for North Carolina in the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate, the next NC governor, lieutenant governor, and other important NC leadership positions. Exercise your right to vote!

Do you need a ride to the polls?  A limited number of $25 Uber gift codes are available students who need transportation to get to the polls to vote. Gift cards will be sent to you via your Central Piedmont student email. We will send E-Gift Cards to the first 150 students who fill out this form!

Your Vote Counts: Ways to Get Involved at Central Piedmont

In 2020, you have the opportunity to vote for the next president of the U.S., who will represent you for North Carolina in the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate, the next NC governor, lieutenant governor, and other important NC leadership positions. Here’s how you can get involved this week with fellow students and registered voters!

  1. Show us your voting pride! Tag @cpccstudentlife and #NCStudentVote while you are at the polls, with your “I Voted” sticker, or mailing off your ballot to get a free mask.
  2. Hosted by Service-Learning, join us Wednesday, October 14 from 12:00 to 1:00pm for  ​ImpACT Series: The Right to Vote via Zoom. Understand the history of your right to vote and learn from the experiences of others.
  3. Prepare to watch the second presidential debate during our Presidential Debate Watch Party, October 15, 8:30pm-9:15pm via Zoom (Meeting ID: 942 6005 3696, Passcode: Debate) We will discuss likely talking points and things to look for in the debate. You can also join us October 16 at 12pm for a “Day-after Dialogue” to discuss the debate. Join us via Zoom. (Meeting ID: 942 6005 3696, Passcode: Debate)
  4. Need a witness to sign your absentee ballot for you? We are here! Come by the table outside Worrell on Central Campus, October 23rd, between 11:00am -1:00pm. We can be your witness, direct you to the closest USPS drop box, and get you some FREE SWAG.

SGA Elections: Cast Your Vote Next Week!

Elections for new officers of the Central Piedmont’s Student Government Association Executive Committee are taking place next week! SGA leaders serve for a full-year term, representing the needs and interests of all students at Central Piedmont. They provide feedback to college administrators and committees, support student organizations with funding and resources, and support the campus SGA Councils in their work on all of Central Piedmont’s campuses, and even in our remote learning environment.

Learn about this year’s SGA  candidates and cast your vote next week! SGA elections are currently being held online September 15 at 8:01am through Sept. 17 at 11:59pm. All positions are elected by the student body (Central Piedmont employees do not vote).

Questions? Contact student.life@cpcc.edu.

Fall 2020 SGA Elections Are Coming Up

Elections for new officers of the Central Piedmont’s Student Government Association Executive Committee are underway, and all currently enrolled curriculum students are able to cast their vote! SGA leaders serve for a full-year term, representing the needs and interests of all students at Central Piedmont. They provide feedback to college administrators and committees, support student organizations with funding and resources, and support the campus SGA Councils in their work on all of Central Piedmont’s campuses, and even in our remote learning environment.

Candidate information and voting links can be found here. SGA elections will be held online Tuesday, September 8 through Thursday, September 10. All positions are elected by the student body (Central Piedmont employees do not vote).

Questions? Contact student.life@cpcc.edu

Voters Are Not Required to Show Photo ID in Primary Election

Voting is one of the most important rights of U.S. citizens. Now is the time to let your voice be heard!

In a December 31 order, a federal district court blocked North Carolina’s voter photo ID requirement from taking effect. As a result, voters will not be required to show photo ID for the March 3, 2020, primary election. The injunction will remain in place until further order of the court.  For more information visit the State Board of Elections website: www.ncsbe.gov.

Keep in mind, voters typically need to register to vote at least a month before election day. Be sure to:

  1. Familiarize yourself with upcoming election dates and NC voter eligibility requirements.
  2. Register to vote if you meet the eligibility requirements.

Voter registration drives are being held on campus Feb. 3 through Feb. 6. Visit a campus near you to get registered!