Opening reception of the faculty exhibit.

Faculty Artwork Featured at Hans Weiss Newspace Gallery

An exhibit of art created by the Graphic Design & Multimedia Faculty is now on display in the Hans Weiss Newspace Gallery and will run through April 25.

The exhibit shows works by Richard Thomas (who is also director of exhibits at the Connecticut Science Center in Hartford), Ed Hogan, Maura O'Connor, Mike Toti, Laurie Grace, David Tow, Susan Brereton and Haruna Sumani.

"Freak Art Show"

Manchester Community College Recognized for Community Service
MCC has been honored as a leader among institutions of higher education for its support of volunteering, service learning and civic engagement. The college has been admitted to the 2011 President's Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for engaging its students, faculty and staff in meaningful service that achieves measurable results in the community. There were 14 institutions of higher education in Connecticut recognized and MCC was one of two Connecticut community colleges to meet the requirements for the honor roll.

MCC Athletic Department Alumni Update

Read about former student athletes as they continue their careers at four-year schools...

ConnSCU Commons

The community colleges have been added to the ConnSCU Commons site. The ConnSCU Commons allows all BOR faculty and staff to collaborate online.  Faculty and staff can create discussion groups in the Commons.  The groups can be moderated or be open to the public. For faculty and staff to use this collaboration tool follow these instructions:  Please log into to the Commons site with your NETID (Banner ID number only) and password to create your account. Make sure to select the correct authentication source (Manchester). After logging in, fill in profile and personal information (under a different tab). You are automatically placed in your institution's group based on your authentication source. Questions? Contact the Help Desk, x3456. 

Adult Success Coaching

The Adult Success Coaching website provides one-to-one coaching and an extensive library of resources to help adult students succeed in college, balance life/school/work, and set goals for the future. Students who complete two appointments with a success coach will automatically be entered to win a giftcard to the bookstore! For further information, contact Veronica Young, x2720.

Last Call - Scholarship Applications are Available for the Fall 2012 Semester

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. To see this weeks event's calendar, visit the public folders under Events and Calendars - Weekly/Monthly Events.

Poet Stephen Campiglio To Read At MCC During National Library Week

April 11, 2012, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM, Fireside Commons Lounge

Continuing Education's Stephen Campiglio has assembled a collection of his poems in chapbook form, entitled Cross-Fluence. "The collection is sort of a living body of work that has continued to change and evolve as I've encountered various forms over the years," Campiglio said. Stephen will be on-hand to read selected poems and sign copies of the book. 

Dodgeball Tournament

April 11, 2012, 2:00 PM, GPA Gym

Join the fun and raise money for the Habitat for Humanity trip to New Orleans. Staff and faculty are welcome. Entry fee is $10 per person, eight players per team. Pick up rosters in the Office of Student Activities. Completed rosters and fees should be turned into the Office of Student Activities by April 10.

23rd Annual MCC Regional Job Fair

April 14, 2012, 9:00 AM-1:00 PM, GPA Gymnasium

Approximately 50 companies are expected to attend the event and will be seeking candidates for professional, technical, sales, management and entry-level opportunities. It is anticipated that over 2,000 people will attend. Job seekers will be able to have their resumes critiqued by nationally-certified resume writers for free. The event flyer offers information and highlights participating companies. This poster can be downloaded, printed, distributed directly to students or posted in your department/office to assist in promoting the event to the college community. For a list of companies and further information about the 23rd annual MCC Regional Job Fair, please visit www.ctjobfairs.com.

MCC Open House

April 19, 2012, 4:30 PM, Great Path Academy Gymnasium
The MCC Open House provides information on over 60 certificates and degree programs offered at MCC as well as special workshops on Financial Aid, Admissions, Transfer Options and other programs. Advance registration is not required. Light refreshments will be served. For more information, please contact Cynthia Zeldner, x3214.

The ETDL department is hosting the Blackboard Innovative Teaching Series (BITS) webinars offered through a partnership between ConnSCU and Blackboard: 

MCC's Leadership Institute's first series of workshops is coming to an end. Leadership Institute is commitmented to cultivating a campus culture of professional growth and leadership for our community. Thank you to everyone who has participated so far and welcome to those who will participate in the next few weeks.  

Servant-Leadership: Are you Listening? Are you REALLY Listening? (Presented by Elaine Wiatr) April 9, 2012 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM, A-108

This workshop will explore 'deep listening' as a tool for communication and its importance in becoming an effective leader. An inventory of how well we listen will be administered and discussed. Small group activities will give you an opportunity to practice your listening skills.  

(Hidden) Treasures on the Web (Presented by Sandra Rimetz)  

April 11, 2012 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM, D-229

Join me as we surf the web together to learn about its hidden gems that will boost your productivity and maybe even inspire the creativity in all of us.

Leadership: Theory, Dialog, and Practice (Presented by G. Duncan Harris and Umesh Vig)  

April 16, 2012: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM, B-149

This interactive workshop is designed for potential leaders, new leaders and experienced leaders. It's been suggested that a leader, "...plays a crucial role in selecting the melody, setting the tempo, establishing the key and inviting the players". This workshop will involve the exchange of ideas and concepts between the facilitators and the participants in understanding the challenges and responsibilities of leading; some strategies for navigating the leadership maze; why and how to celebrate success as leaders.  

Introduction to Project Management (Presented by Catherine Seaver)

April 17, 2012, 3:30 PM - 4:50 PM, B-149                                  

This workshop will introduce participants to the fundamentals of project management and provide examples of how project management is used to turn a seemingly complex job into a manageable project that can be completed on time and within a budget. Participants will have an opportunity to test their project management skills by identifying tasks and deliverables, developing a timeline with milestones, and reducing the threat of 'scope creep'. 

Investing 101 (Presented by MetLife financial)

April 23, 2012, 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM, B-149  

MCC's partnership with MetLife continues to provide important financial planning information. In this session participants will learn how to make the most of their investments...or get started if this is a new adventure.  

Equally Welcome, Equally Valued, Equally Heard (Presented by Respectful Workplace Facilitators)

April 23, 2012, 1:30 PM - 4:00PM, GPA Community Commons                   

FOR ALL FACULTY AND STAFF WHO HAVE NOT YET PARTICIPATED!

Do you interact primarily with one person or an entire staff? Do you spend more time with students or colleagues? Is your campus role front-line or behind-the-scenes? Do you wish you knew how to speak up in the face of disrespect? Regardless of your answer, it is the quality of your interaction with others that frames this workshop. Research has shown that we are more motivated to do our best when we feel connected and valued; when we feel that managers, supervisors and colleagues care about us and our success; when we feel safe...both physically and emotionally. Join us as we explore activities and discussions that help create a campus where we are "equally welcome, equally valued, and equally heard." 

So You Want to Be a Leader: Strategies for Career Growth in Higher Education (Roundtable facilitated by Gena Glickman)

April 26, 2012, 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM, D-229

Leadership means different things to different people and career growth in higher education requires an understanding of leadership! President Glickman and the Leadership Institute invite all faculty and staff to join this discussion of strategies for career growth.

Every MCC employee is welcome to attend any session! To register for a particular session, please e-mail Deb Colucci. Space is limited, sign up today!!

State of Connecticut Defined Contribution Plans

Jenny Laurita will be available to meet with employees regarding the Alternate Retirement Plan, 403b Plan, and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan. Jenny will be available from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM on the following dates:

• April 24, LRC B149
• May 7, LRC A226

To schedule an appointment with Jenny, please email in advance, or call 860-580-1673.