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Get Ready to Give!
February 1, 2019Get ready to give! On February 28th, starting at midnight, visit http://FCGives.org and make a donation to support the NCC Foundation’s Student Emergency Fund. You will have 24 hours to take part in our region’s biggest charitable event of the year! It’s 24 hours to give where you live! The Student Emergency Fund helps students […]
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We’re Hiring!
February 1, 2019Communications Manager The Norwalk Community College Foundation, Inc. (NCCF) is a 501(c) (3) corporation that supports and raises funds for the benefit of Norwalk Community College (NCC), its students, faculty and programs, to further the educational purposes of NCC. The Communications Manager is a full-time, exempt position reporting to the Executive Director. The Communications Manager […]
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Foundation Partners with Brookfield Property Partners to Support Future Retail Workforce
October 1, 2018As stores hire up, retailers rise up for future workforce challenges: In an effort to create an employment feeder for the SoNo Collection’s stores and others with near-term needs, Brookfield Property Partners (formerly GGP) is investing $250,000, through the NCC Foundation, to create a retail customer service certificate program at Norwalk Community College, with this […]
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Building One Community & NCC to Train Immigrant Home Health Aides
October 1, 2018B1C, NCC, and NCC Foundation partnership welcomes 25 students to the program’s 5th cohort. Building One Community (B1C) welcomes its 5th Home Health Aide cohort in partnership with Norwalk Community College, and with funding from the NCC Foundation. The program consists of immigrants from multiple countries including Zimbabwe, Eritrea, Colombia, Peru, Guatemala, Ecuador, Spain, Mexico […]
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Carrie Bernier Joins NCC Foundation
April 11, 2018NCC Foundation Appoints Carrie Bernier Executive Director On June 4, 2018, Carrie L. Bernier of Darien, Conn. assumed the position of Executive Director, Norwalk Community College Foundation. Bernier has served as the Executive Director of The Community Fund of Darien for the past five years. She has worked in the non-profit area since 1994 as […]
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Summer Entrepreneurs Institute
February 27, 2018For the past three summers, the NCC Foundation has funded a Summer Entrepreneurs Institute to help NCC students grow their businesses. Students completing this business planning course will receive a certificate from the Kauffman Foundation’s nationally recognized Fasttrac program. This year’s Summer Institute runs from May 15 – June 28, Tuesdays/Thursdays 6-9 p.m. Current NCC […]
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Help NCC Students – Thursday, March 1st
February 26, 2018This Thursday, March 1st, the NCC Foundation will take part in our region’s biggest charitable event of the year – Fairfield County’s Giving Day. It’s 24 hours to give where you live! All donations received through FCGives.org on March 1st will benefit our Student Emergency Fund. Each donation adds up, plus your gift can help […]
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Vet Tech Students Visit Fairfield Equine
February 12, 2018Students in NCC’s Veterinary Technology Program visited Fairfield Equine on February 12th as part of their Large Animal Veterinary Technology class. The NCC Foundation is proud to support the growing Vet Tech Program. The May 2017 graduating class was 100% employed before graduation. The May 2018 class continues this success with 100% already employed as […]
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Scholarship Established for African-American STEM Students
January 4, 2018A new scholarship will be awarded for the first time this spring to 10 African-American male students majoring in STEM-related fields. The scholarships — created by Kenton Clarke, the founder and CEO of OMNIKAL — addresses the lack of opportunities for African-American males to enter fields in technology, according to the NCC Foundation. “There is a […]
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Donation Funds Architectural Scholarship at NCC
December 10, 2017The Norwalk Community College Foundation has received $30,000 from CPG Architects of Stamford to establish the Carl Mirbach Memorial Scholarship at Norwalk Community College to be awarded to NCC students majoring in architecture or interior design. “The NCC Foundation manages over 120 scholarships funds that allow eligible NCC students to graduate debt free,” said NCC […]
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June 10, 201550th Anniversary: Town Party in Stamford
The Norwalk Community College Foundation (NCCF) held a Town Party in Stamford on June 10 at the main branch of the Ferguson Library. The cocktail party was one of many NCCF 50th Anniversary Celebrations to be held in communities throughout Fairfield County during the coming year with a goal of raising $5 million to support […]
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September 9, 201550th Anniversary Speaker Series – Kweisi Mfume
50th Anniversary Speaker Series Kweisi Mfume September 9th, 7 p.m. PepsiCo Theater, Norwalk Community College In celebration of its 50th anniversary, the NCC Foundation is hosting a 4-part Speaker Series. The first speaker in the series was Kweisi Mfume, a former Congressman and former president and CEO of the NAACP, who discussed “The Relevance of […]
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10/26/15Alumni Dinner
Alumni Dinner Monday, October 26, 7 to 8:30 p.m. West Campus, Culinary Arts Dining Room The NCC Career Services will host an Alumni Dinner geared to assist alumni with job search strategy skills. The guest speaker for this event is NCC Alum Talia Babel from Indeed.com. All NCC Alumni are invited to attend, admission is […]
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11/7/15Lumina String Quartet to Perform at NCC
Lumina String Quartet to Perform at NCC Saturday, November 7, 2 p.m. East Campus, PepsiCo Theater NCC will host a free chamber music performance by the Lumina String Quartet as part of the group’s seasonal concert series. The concert will include selections from Haydn, Shostakovich, and Brahms. As the ensemble-in-residence at NCC, the group has […]
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11/11/2015NCC Art Gallery Exhibit – Karen Dow/Emilia Dubick
“Abstraction” – Karen Dow/Emilia Dubick East Campus Gallery, November 2 – January 8 Artists Talk/Reception: Wednesday, November 11, 2015, 6-7:30 p.m. Additional paintings by Karen Dow located in the Baker Library, 2nd Floor Gallery Hours: Monday to Friday: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday: Closed For more information contact […]
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12/3/15Postponed: 50th Anniversary Speaker Series – David Neeleman
Event Postponed – to be rescheduled in 2016 50th Anniversary Speaker Series David Neeleman
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NCC Legislative Breakfast
NCC Legislative Breakfast West Campus, Culinary Arts Dining Room, February 17, 2016, 7:30 a.m. For more information, contact Catherine Lucia at 203-857-7260.
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March 10, 2016Giving Day – March 10th
You Can Make a Difference for NCC Students! All contributions to the NCC Foundation on Giving Day will be designated to our Student Emergency Fund, which helps students who have urgent or unplanned financial hardships. Click here on March 10th to make a Giving Day contribution. Fairfield County’s Giving Day inspires and empowers our region […]
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April 7, 2016Fighting Cancer in Connecticut: Genomic Research, Precision Medicine, and What it Could Mean for You
Expanding research on fighting cancer and other chronic and developing diseases, along with the demand for biomedical advances from the aging baby-boomer population, have led to increased opportunities in biotech careers. Much of that research is being conducted right here in Connecticut. Over the next 10 years, career opportunities will continue to grow at an […]
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April 19, 2016NCC Musical: Little Shop of Horrors, April 19-22
This spring, Norwalk Community College will be presenting Little Shop of Horrors. This comedy-horror rock musical, based on the 1960s cult horror film, features Rock and Roll, Do-Wop, Motown and more, and a life-size plant that devours everyone in its path. The performances are scheduled for April 19-22.
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April 26, 2016Idea Pitch Competition – April 26th, 2:30 – 4:30 p.m.
Got Ideas??? Apply by March 4th NCC Foundation is sponsoring the 2nd annual Idea Pitch Competition! Be a part of this amazing learning and fun experience, with a top cash prize of $1,000! WHO: All current NCC students with idea for a new product, service, solution or business. WHAT: Create a team (1-5). Find a […]
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May 5, 2016NCC Foundation Board Reunion
Thursday, May 5, 2016 6:00 – 8:00 pm, NCC West Campus CIT Atrium Former Board Directors and Legacy Society members are invited enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres at NCC to celebrate the Foundation’s 50th Anniversary. For more information, contact Sue Rigano at 203-857-7261 or srigano@norwalk.edu
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10/25/16Julie Otsuka, Author: When the Emperor Was Divine
Common Read Week at NCC Wednesday, October 26th 10:00 – 11:20 a.m. PepsiCo Theater The author of When the Emperor was Divine will be speaking, holding a Q & A, and signing books. Julie Otsuka is an award-winning Japanese American author known for her historical fiction novels. Come listen to how her own family history […]
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11/10/16Foundation Annual Meeting and 50th Anniversary Thank You Celebration
Thursday, November 10, 2016 5-6 p.m. – Annual Meeting 6-7 p.m. – Celebratory Cake and Refreshments Guest Speaker: Rachael Lederman DiPietro, A.S., B.A., M.A. NCC Foundation LEAP Scholarship Recipient Rachael Lederman DiPietro graduated from NCC in May 2012 with an Associate in Science degree and a reputation for being a leader on campus. She received […]
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High School Journalism Symposium
High School Journalism Symposium November 11, 2016 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Keynote Speaker: Andrew Das, New York Times Soccer Editor Students from local high schools are invited to learn more about careers in journalism. The event will include workshops, keynote presentation, college recruiters, and internship information.
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March 9, 2017Giving Day, March 9th
On Thursday, March 9, the NCC Foundation will participate in the fourth annual Fairfield County’s Giving Day, a 24-hour countywide fundraising event to encourage individuals, families and companies to “give where you live.” Over 400 non-profits will compete to win $100,000 in cash prizes awarded by Fairfield County’s Community Foundation during the day. The NCC […]
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April 26, 2017Idea Pitch Competition: April 26, 5 to 7 p.m.
Got Ideas??? Apply by March 31st NCC Foundation is sponsoring the 3rd annual Idea Pitch Competition! Be a part of this amazing learning and fun experience, with more than $2,000 in cash prizes! WHO: Any current student (Credit or Non-Credit including Certificate); If you’re not participating through you Public Speaking class, please contact: NCC Foundation, […]
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December 11, 2017FESP Celebration
A Special Dinner Celebrating the Continuing Success of our NCC FESP Graduates Summary of FESP Student Progress NCC Students entering FESP Program: 106 Graduating NCC with Associate Degree: 65 (61%) Graduated with Bachelor’s Degree: 27 (24%) Graduated with Master’s Degree: 1 (7 more are in progress)
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March 1, 2018Fairfield County’s Giving Day
This Thursday, March 1st, the NCC Foundation will take part in our region’s biggest charitable event of the year – Fairfield County’s Giving Day. It’s 24 hours to give where you live! All donations received through FCGives.org on March 1st will benefit our Student Emergency Fund. Each donation adds up, plus your gift can help […]
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April 18, 2018NCC Musical: The Addams Family
Two families – one “normal” and one “not so normal” – come together when their children wish to marry. Characters stand up for who they are, secrets are revealed, and the definition of normalcy is overturned. What results is a touching comedy about love and acceptance. Performances are April 18-20, in the PepsiCo Theater. Specific Details […]
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December 12, 2018Alumni Holiday Lunch – 12/12/18
Please join us for an NCC alumni holiday lunch in the Culinary Arts Dining Room, on Wednesday, December 12th from 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Please RSVP to Chevel Barrett at CBarrett@norwalk.edu.
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February 27, 2019Rita Valley – WORDY DERVISH Art Exhibit
January 24 to March 16, 2019 Reception and Artist’s Talk Wednesday, February 27, 2019 6:00 to 7:30 pm East Campus Art Gallery Gallery Hours: Monday to Friday: 7:00 am to 10:00 pm Saturday: 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Sunday: Closed (NIMBY, 2017, fabric, vinyl, Sharpie, ball point pen, googly eyes, 40 x 54″)
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February 28, 2019Fairfield County Gives
Get ready to give! On February 28th, starting at midnight, visit FCGives.org and make a donation to support the NCC Foundation’s Student Emergency Fund. You will have 24 hours to take part in our region’s biggest charitable event of the year! It’s 24 hours to give where you live! All donations received through FCGives.org on […]
