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Inside MCC | February 20, 2013 |
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Congressman Joe Courtney Meets with President Glickman and Others
President Gena Glickman, Deans Melanie Haber and Duncan Harris, and Division Director Catherine Seaver had the opportunity to host Congressman Joe Courtney at MCC earlier this week. On the agenda were conversations about the impact of Pending Pell Grant legislations, health care for adjuncts, and concerns about other federal legislation that might adversely affect community college students. Click the links for the 'white papers' on each of the issues. |
MCC Officially Reaccredited
The Commission on Institutions of Higher Education has recommended that Manchester Community College be continued in acreditation. Click here to read the confirming letter and recommendation.
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Breakfast is on us!
All faculty and staff are invited to attend the Leadership Institute Breakfast, Friday, March 1 in the Culinary Arts Center from 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. The series brings talented and vibrant leaders to our campus to share their stories and experiences. First up: Michael Fresher, CFO of the Bushnell. Michael is a proven leader and has a great personality. He is also responsible for overseeing Rentschler Field and, in the past, the XL center (everyone can relate to at least one of these venues through our love for the arts, sports and/or entertainment). Michael was selected as one of this year's most influential people by Hartford Magazine and is an active supporter of MCC. Leadership Institute advisory board members have your ticket to a great event. Contact Deb Colucci for the board member nearest to you. Add to your calendar today!
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MCC Ice Team Wins Medals at Chester Carnival
Click here to see photos from the event.
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Annual Fund Applications Now Available!
Each year, the MCC Foundation offers mini-grants to encourage MCC faculty and staff to "dream out loud." Innovation Fund: Intended to support the creation, expansion and investment in innovative and evidence-based practices and programs that support our strategic goals. The Annual Fund: Supports educational opportunities and quality programming at MCC. Application deadline is March 1. Applications for the Annual Fund should be returned to Sara Vincent or dropped off in Lowe 231. Applications for the Innovation fund can be returned to David Nielsen or dropped off in Lowe 201f. Click below to access the following documents:
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Upcoming Deadline - April 2013 Events Calendar Submissions
March 12, 2013 is the deadline for submitting information for the April Calendar of Events. Please use the Calendar Request Form to submit items. Feel free to contact Paula Raum, x2915, with any questions regarding the printed calendar advertisement.
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Evening of Fine Wines at Manchester Community College
Tickets are on sale for the 21st annual Evening of Fine Wines to be held on Friday, April 26 from 7:00 p.m. to 10 p.m. This year's honorary chair is William H. W. Crawford, IV, President and CEO of Rockville Bank. Tickets are $75 per person and advance purchase is recommended. A group rate is available when purchasing six tickets or more for a savings of $10 per ticket. Tickets can be purchased online. For more information, call x2922 or visit the wine auction website.
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Tell Your Students |
Women's History Month
The Women's Resources planning committee have put together a full schedule of events. Please share this information with your students and encourage them to participate. Click here for details.
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Evening of Fine Wines Student Volunteers Needed
The Evening of Fine Wines "Volunteer Recruitment" committee we would like to request your help with procuring student volunteers for the wine auction. The committee is in the process of recruiting volunteers for both Thursday afternoon/evening and all day and night Friday. Please recruit students from your classes to help to ensure coverage. The key is to have students that can make the commitment to come and help during the day/time they are scheduled for. Please forward their names, days and times they are available if known, email addresses and telephone numbers along with your name to Sharon Mills or x3603.
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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.
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MCC on Main Events
A complete list of events being held at MCC on Main during Februrary can be viewed here.
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Urban Storytellers featuring Abdul-Rahmaan Ibn Muhammad
February 20, 2013, 6:00 PM, MCC on Main Gallery
Abdul-Rahmaan Ibn Muhammad is the Executive Director of My People Clinical Services a multidimensional human service agency located in Hartford, Connecticut. Muhammad is also a talented spoken word artist. This self-proclaimed Soapbox Poet, MIRA Muhammad will have you wondering if he is performing poetry or if he is engulfed in a lyrical battle. He recites poems expressing issues and concerns about family, the community and the world. For more information, contact Kenyon Grant or 860-647-6030. Fee: $5.00 at the door. |
Dehn Foundation Visiting Artist Series - Dr. Cassandra Albinson, Art Historian
February 21, 2013, 10:00 AM, GPA Community Commons
Dr. Cassandra Albinson, Art Historian and Curator of Paintings and Sculpture at the Yale Center for British Art presents Producing and Reproducing Portraiture for Queen Victoria and her Court. Free and open to the public. Funded by the Dehn Foundation. For more information, contact Dan Long, x2697. |
Mishi-maya-gat Spoken Word and Music Series
February 21, 2013, 7:00 PM, MCC on Main Gallery
Poets Mark Lamoureux and Christina Strong. Lamoureux is the author of several books, including Berlin Poems, featuring ekphrastic poems based on work in art museums in Munich and Berlin. Strong is the author of Fifth Plateau from Pink Adrenaline Star. Pianist and composer of new classical works, Ryan Jesperson, and special guests. For more information, contact Stephen Campiglio, x2824. Admission is free.
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Live on Main Presents Edwin West
February 22, 2013, 7:00 PM, MCC on Main Gallery
Edwin West, a native of Hartford, CT, focuses on an eclectic fusion of jazz, pop, R&B and funk. His many musical influences include Gladys Knight, Stevie Wonder, Donny Hathaway, Aretha Franklin, Chaka Khan, Natalie Cole, George Benson and Al Jarreau. Edwin presents fresh interpretations of both classic and contemporary material. Wine and beer will be served by Bin228 and the music will be hosted in the relaxing and beautiful Dehn art gallery. For more information, contact Kenyon Grant or 860-647-6030. Fee: $5.00 at the door.
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Movie Classics on Main: Detour (1945)
February 24, 2013, 1:00 PM, MCC on Mian, Seminar Room 1
Chance events trap hitch-hiker Al Roberts in a tightening net of film noir trouble. Stars Tom Neal and Ann Savage. Although made on a small budget with bare sets and straightforward camera work, Detour has gathered much praise through the years and is held in high regard. In 1992, Detour was selected for preservation in the United States National Film Registry by the Library of Congress as being "culturally, historically, or aesthetically significant". Runtime 68 minutes. For more information, contact Kenyon Grant or 860-647-6030. Fee: $5, includes popcorn and a beverage.
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Connecticut Guitar Society and MCC on Main Present Richard Provost
February 24, 2013, 3:00 PM, MCC on Main Gallery
This event in a continuing series of concerts hosted by the Connecticut Guitar Society. This afternoon's matinee features Richard Provost, founder and chairman of the classical guitar department at the Hartt School of Music, as part of CGS's "Spotlight on Connecticut Artists" series. Coffee and snacks will be available. For more infoamtion, contact Kenyon Grant or 860-647-6030. Sponsored by Connecticut Guitar Society and MCC Foundation. |
Town Hall Meeting
February 27, 2013 , Reception 6:00 PM, Program 7:00 PM, Old State House
Connecticut Network's Diane Smith will host a live, televised town hall meeting in the historic courtroom at Connecticut's Old State House. Experts and concerned state residents will explore the many ways that communities can come together after tragedies such as Sandy Hook to turn resources, ideas, and information into informed and meaningful action. Register here. Program is free.
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Community Passover Seder
March 12, 2013, 6:00 PM, Culinary Arts Center
This Seder is a special treat; the cuisine is Greek Sephardic, a delicious Mediterranean fare. Kosher-style meal prepared by the HFSM Catering Class. The dinner is only $12. Reservations are required. Meal reservations can be purchased with a credit card by calling x3648 or by visiting the Bursar's Office, Mon.-Thurs., 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
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Employment News |
Health Enhancement Program (HEP) Chronic Care Payment
The Health Enhancement Program (HEP) chronic care payment of $100 per eligible family has been issued in the February 22, 2013 payroll check. The payments and those who are to receive them were decided by a review of claims data and stipulated agreement between SEBAC and OLR. If you did not get the chronic care payment in your paycheck dated 2/22/2013 and believe you are eligible, contact Donna Gibson or Holly Foetsch . The Payroll office is gathering a list of employees who have questions that will be forwarded to the Healthcare Analysis Unit at the State Comptroller's Office for further review.
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Violence in the Workplace Prevention Policy
This is a reminder to all MCC employees that the State of Connecticut, under Governor Malloy, has adopted a statewide zero tolerance policy for workplace violence. The State's Violence in the Workplace Prevention Policy and Procedures Manual policy and MCC's information under Appendix A have been added to the Human Resources website.
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Health & Wellness |
Giving Couples Counseling a Try
Why Couples Counseling?
Did you know that over 50% of marriages in this country end in divorce. Second marriages have a higher likelihood of failure. Could couples counseling (marriage counseling) help you beat the odds when the going gets tough? Couples counseling can improve your relationship and communication, and maybe get you back on the road to a happier future.
If you are seriously concerned about your relationship and wonder if it needs help, chances are it does. Research has shown that couples often wait many years after they first notice problems before seeking couples counseling. This makes couples counseling less likely to be effective, and it can take longer. Long-term resentment can sabotage couples counseling because the desire to have your relationship work is a key to success. So the earlier you make a decision to seek couples counseling the better.
What Happens in Counseling?
When you meet with the couple's counselor, you will share information, explore issues, and clarify the difficulties that you have faced. The counselor will encourage you to express yourself more fully and to listen more carefully than you may have been accustomed to doing in your relationship. Important questions will be asked about your communication, the time you spend with each other, and the pattern of closeness you experience - the moving toward and away from each other. All of this helps your counselor assess the duration and intensity of your conflict so mutual goals can be established.
Couples counselors often meet with clients individually to gather information about past relationships and life events. These experiences affect relationships and can give clues to strategies for change.
"What will change or be different in your relationship if couples counseling is successful?" Answering this question can help you know when your goal has been met or when couples counseling should end.
You and your partner may participate in activities and communication exercises at home and in the sessions. The goal is to learn skills to enjoy the rewards of a warm, affectionate, and supportive relationship. You will develop strategies to use in the future if difficulties return. Support from the couples counselor will help reinforce the changes you learn.
Call Solutions EAP at 1-800-526-3485 for assistance for all of life's challenges. It's free, confidential and open to your family members. www.solutions-eap.com |

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