Inside MCC
Inside MCCDecember 13, 2011
   Spotlights  | New Announcements   |   Upcoming Events   |   Employment News   |   Health & Wellness
 

Please note that Inside MCC will not be published on December 27, 2011. Publication will resume on January 3, 2012. Submissions for the January 3 issue should be submitted by December 30, 2011.

 

Spotlights

Two Students Elected To Board Of Regents for Higher Education

 

Two students have been elected by their peers to serve on the Board of Regents for Higher Education, bringing the new board to full strength. Alex Tettey Jr. of Manchester Community College and Michael Fraser of Western Connecticut State University were elected by a student advisory committee to the Board of Regents. Both Tettey and Fraser will be voting members. 

 

New Announcements

 

Holidya PotluckHoliday Potluck Party!

Thursday, December 15, 2011, 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM, Culinary Arts Center

 

If you would like to volunteer for set-up or clean-up, please contact Donna Nicotera at x3613.

 

If you plan on bringing a food dish/dessert/paper goods, please contact Marilyn Haney at x2873.

 

 

MCC Foundation Awards 143 student scholarships

 

The Manchester Community College Foundation awarded $118,250 in scholarships to 143 students for the 2012 spring semester. The Scholarship Reception was held on Thursday, December 8 and those attending included students, their families, faculty, staff, donors and members of the MCC Foundation Board. Click here to view award recipients.
 

Snow Angels/Criminal Justice Toy Drive

 

Toys are still being accepted for the Snow Angels Toy Drive. Santa will be delivering the toys on Saturday, December 17. Donations can be dropped off or a pick up arranged. Contact Donna Nicholson at x2756 with any questions.

 

Upcoming Events

Please note that by clicking on the name of each event you will be able to automatically download the event to your calendar or obtain further information.  

 

Toys for Tots - Toy Drive Event

November 20, 2011 - December 16, 2011

 

Please bring an unwrapped children's gift to one of the drop boxes, located outside the Student Activities Office (L-154c), outside of Student Affairs (L-287), or in the Veteran's OASIS (L-101).

 

Winter Arts Festival

December 16, 2011, 6:00 PM, SBM Charitable Foundation Building & Great Path Community Commons

 

The Winter Arts Festival features work presented by Fine Arts students and vocal and musical performances by Music students. Student films will also be presented. Please also  join us to honor the Writing Contest Awards Winners.

 

Refreshments are served and all are welcome. For more information contact: Susan Classen-Sullivan  or call x2693. Admission is free.

 

Grace Scollo's Retirement Party

December 21, 2011, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM, Culinary Arts Center

 

Please join the Sudent Affairs Division to celebrate Grace Scollo's retirement. If you would like to contribute, please see Shelley Craig, L-287 x3203.

 

Employment News

MCC Leadership Institute

 

The newly formed Leadership Institute is proud to announce the official launch of its new employee development program. At the heart of this Leadership Institute is its commitment to cultivating a campus culture of professional growth and leadership for our community.

 

Through the support of our dedicated faculty, staff and administrators we have assembled what we believe to be an inspirational and informative calendar of workshops for all.

 

To register for a session, please email Deb Colucci. Space is limited, sign up today!

 

 

Health & Wellness

Fitness Center Programs

Monday - Friday, 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Lowe Student Services Center

 

Memberships to the weight/cardio room or to group exercise classes are $25/month or $30 for both. For more information, please contact Joanne Britton at 860.512.3359, email jbritton@mcc.commnet.edu or visit online.

 



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