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🎉 Central Piedmont Opens New Campus Wellness Center with Support from U.S. Congresswoman Alma Adams 🎉

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Campus Wellness Center Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony and Grand Opening: Congresswoman Alma Adams poses for a photo in front of the building with Dr. Deitemeyer

Central Piedmont celebrated the opening of its new Campus Wellness Center earlier this month with a ribbon-cutting ceremony led by U.S. Congresswoman Alma Adams and President Dr. Kandi Deitemeyer.

About the New Wellness Center:

  • Location: Central Campus
  • Services Offered:
    • 🐕 Therapy dogs
    • 🧘 Yoga sessions
    • 💬 Counseling services
    • 🌿 A range of resources for mental health support

Key Highlights:

  • Congressional Support: Congresswoman Adams, who represents the NC 12th district, played a crucial role in securing a $575,000 award to renovate and equip the center. This funding was provided through the Health Resources and Services Administration.
  • Purpose: The Campus Wellness Center is designed to be a safe and supportive space where students and staff can address their mental health needs, manage stress, and find strategies to balance academic and personal life.
  • Central Piedmont’s Vision: “We envision the Campus Wellness Center as a central hub for our students and employees to access the resources needed to support their success academically, in the workplace, and in the community,” said President Deitemeyer.

What’s Next?

  • Operating hours for the Campus Wellness Center will be announced soon. Stay tuned to make the most of this fantastic resource! 🌟