“I can hardly believe it,” said Ford engineer Ben Garman, gesturing at a battery-powered electric F650. Garman worked on the diesel version of the F650, a medium-duty work truck, and was amazed that the electric version’s maximum load is 14,500 pounds. Along with the F650, approximately 10 other electric and […]
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Student Government aims to raise funds and awareness for breast cancer
Student Government is organizing a pink out and donation event for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Student Government encourages students to show support by wearing pink, which is symbolic of breast cancer, on Oct. 26. Student Government is also holding a carnation and bake sale on Oct. 26 and 27 outside […]
Art Club to host Paint a Pumpkin
As the fall season is rolling in, students can channel their inner artist at Paint a Pumpkin. MCCC Art Club is hosting the event on October 21 at 6:30pm in Founders Hall, room 117. “All are welcome,” said Therese O’Halloran, the advisor of Art Club. For the attendance fee of […]
Visiting Artist Cathy Gendron is a segue to the field of art
MCCC art students will have the opportunity to meet a new mentor by attending the visiting artist events. Cathy Gendron will be on campus as a visiting artist Monday, Oct. 18 to share her expertise and experience in her field of professional illustration. She has a background of illustrating in […]
Car show to provide a glimpse into the future of automotives
The gasoline consumers use to fuel their cars will eventually run out. Fossil fuels, which are used to create gasoline, are a non-renewable resource, which means there is not an infinite supply of it. According to clientearth.org, human usage of fossil fuels contributes to global warming by releasing large amounts […]
Beware! Octobernight is just around the corner
Mysterious characters are lurking around River Raisin Territorial Park at night, and for two nights only, they’ll be out to play. The Monroe County Museum System is presenting Octobernight, an interactive Halloween-esque event showcasing local folklore and fright, on Oct. 22-23. The event will run from 6-10 p.m. at River […]
Quiri Wygonik and Joe Verkennes seek student opinions
Students have the opportunity to make their voices heard. Beginning Oct. 19, virtual student focus groups will be hosted by Joe Verkennes, director of marketing and communications, and Quri Wygonik, director of institutional research. Every student participant will receive a $25 Amazon gift card. The study groups are part of […]
Prospective students attend College Night
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Over 300 students attended College Night, said Joyce Haver, professor of counseling. The event featured over 60 colleges, universities and other post-secondary options. It was on Oct. 18.
Speaker series celebrates Hispanic Heritage month
Editor’s note: this version of the story corrects Daniel Abreu’s name and flag origins. Hispanic Cultural Heritage does not fit into one box. This month MCCC’S Culture and Current Affairs Speakers Series is exploring the diversity and misconceptions involved in hispanic culture. A lineup of events and discussions will offer […]
Red Cross and Student Government to host blood drive
Editor’s note: this version of the story corrects Claire Bacarella’s name. Saving a life is as easy as donating blood. MCCC Student Government is co-hosting the Red Cross Blood Drive on Tuesday Oct. 12 in the dining room of the Administration Building from 10 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Refreshments will […]