STCC News
STCC receives $55,000 from Community Foundation of Western Mass
Date: Tuesday, December 7, 2021
Springfield Technical Community College received two grants worth $55,000 from the Community Foundation of Western Massachusetts. A $30,000 Flexible Funding Grant awarded to the STCC Foundation will be used to boost the student empowerment fund, which was created as a resource for students facing a variety of barriers standing in the way of their ability to complete their education.
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STCC student leads collection drive for Afghan refugees
Date: Monday, December 6, 2021
When she heard the news about Afghan refugees arriving in Western Massachusetts, Springfield Technical Community College student Aminah Bergeron decided to take action. Bergeron, vice president of the Student Government Association at STCC, brainstormed with fellow students ways to help the refugees. They agreed to organize a donation drive to collect necessities for newly arrived families
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Health Careers Exploration Night spotlights STCC’s programs
Date: Friday, December 3, 2021
The Allied Health Careers Exploration Night at Springfield Technical Community College offered a close-up look at the hands-on medical programs that prepare students for rewarding, in-demand careers. The open house on Nov. 30 attracted residents from the region as well as STCC students curious to learn more about the nearly two dozen healthcare degree and certificate programs.
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Assistant professor of biology picks up mantle of popular afflictions and maladies course
Date: Wednesday, November 24, 2021
Kelson Ettienne-Modeste teaches a class created and launched more than five years ago by Dean of Liberal and Professional Studies Richard Greco when he was a member of the faculty. Today, the course may be even more relevant and engaging than ever with COVID-19 capturing headlines every day and leaving its mark on nearly all aspects of life.
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‘Dementia experience’ offers empathy lesson for STCC students
Date: Wednesday, November 24, 2021
Springfield Technical Community College students in two health science programs used a wheelchair, wore gloves, donned eyeglasses with obscured lenses, put on headphones and used other tools to get a sense of what it’s like to live with dementia.
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STCC invites businesses to join Dec. 8 career and transfer fair
Date: Monday, November 22, 2021
Springfield Technical Community College will host a Back to Business Career & Transfer Fair on Dec. 8 with area employers seeking to attract and retain employees. “We invite area employers to join us for the Back to Business Career and Transfer Fair,” said Kelly Galanis, director of Operations and Donor Relations for the STCC Foundation. “This is a terrific opportunity for employers to connect with STCC students, alumni and friends who are searching for their next career move.”
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STCC seeks support for students on GivingTuesday Nov. 30
Date: Wednesday, November 17, 2021
Springfield Technical Community College is asking for help on Nov. 30, which is GivingTuesday, an annual fundraising initiative that opens the doors of opportunity for students. The STCC Foundation, a nonprofit organization that helps the college goals and commitment to provide superior educational opportunities in the community, is seeking financial gifts from alumni, parents, faculty, staff and friends.
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STCC Computer Information Technologies degree creates opportunity after job loss
Date: Monday, November 15, 2021
Robert Goetting had an exciting career in publishing where he worked on popular books such as “Harry Potter” and the “Twilight” series, among other bestsellers. But due to changes in the industry, his work was outsourced. He lost his job as a book designer, editor and proofreader and started thinking about a new career.
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STCC named among best community colleges by Intelligent.com
Date: Friday, November 12, 2021
Springfield Technical Community College joined Intelligent.com’s list of Best Community Colleges in Massachusetts in 2022. The research identifies 18 top programs in the nation based on flexibility, faculty, course strength, cost and reputation. Intelligent.com, a resource for online/on-campus program rankings and higher education planning, singled out STCC as having the best photography program.
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Alumna returns to STCC to help students succeed
Date: Friday, November 12, 2021
When she was enrolled at Springfield Technical Community College, Karolyn Burgos Toribio believed in getting involved and helping fellow students thrive. She started a club for Black and Hispanic female students. She also served as student trustee, a key leadership role. She used to stroll around the campus green with a fellow student who is now her husband, Malachi Vivenzio. Burgos Toribio expresses nothing but warm memories of STCC.
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