On Valentines day, MCCC students gathered in the cafeteria for a karaoke event sponsored by Student Government. Manny’s DJ Entertainment played the music. Students sang hit songs like “Baby,” “Party in the USA,” and “Fireflies”. The students in attendance said they had a great time listening to fellow students belt […]
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COVID testing now avaliable on campus
Kojo Quartey, MCCC President, received his negative result from a coronavirus test on Tuesday afternoon. “This is my fifth COVID test even though I’m triple vaccinated,” Quartey said. “I’ve been getting them just to be safe, especially with my little one.” The day prior, Quartey received the test at the […]
Intramural Sports Club plans future events
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Intramural Sports Club members were eager to bring various sports to campus since their first meeting in November. After weeks of playing basketball at open gyms, the club will host its first volleyball night on Feb. 15 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in the MCCC gymnasium. “We’re really excited for it,” said […]
Community organizations share volunteer opportunities
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MCCC held a Day of Service Volunteer Fair on Jan. 19 in celebration of Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy to encourage students and staff to give back to the community. Many community organizations were present to share volunteer opportunities. Student clubs were also present to recruit volunteers and potential new […]
One Book, One Community to host county wide events
Each year, One Book, One Community of Monroe chooses a book for residents to connect through discussion and free events. Even through the pandemic, this year was no different. OBOC announced its book choice for 2022 through a video series of local celebrities unveiling the title on Sept. 24, 2021. […]
Pandemic concerns put bake sale on hold
The writing fellows were planning to hold a bake sale this month on campus. With many concerns about the pandemic and high case numbers, Lori Jo Couch, the Writing Center adviser, has tabled the idea of a bake sale for the time being. “I am on hold for the bake sale,” […]
Writing fellows to host poetry night and contest
The writing fellows will host a poetry night on Jan. 27 at 7 p.m. in the Cellar located in the A Building. Students and faculty can share their own work or other personal favorite poems, songs and stories. Original poems are eligible for submission in a poetry contest sponsored by […]
Agora Chorale to perform for the holidays
As the holiday season approaches, MCCC’s musical ensembles continue to do their best at getting into the Christmas spirit even with pandemic restrictions. MCCC’s Agora Chorale will host a concert titled “Sing Noel”, while also hosting The John Tyner Chorale. “I can’t tell you how happy I am to be […]
Dance school to put on holiday celebration showcase
MCCC’s Destination Dance School is preparing to take the stage for their annual holiday dance showcase after it was canceled last year due to COVID-19. The performance will take place on Thursday, December 16, 2021. It will begin at 6:30 p.m. in the Meyer Theater, located in the La-Z-Boy Center. […]
Culinary program on chopping block
Culinary students may not be crying when chopping onions. Instead, they could be crying because MCCC’s culinary program might be coming to an end. “The culinary and foodservice education credit program is under review to determine whether to continue or inactivate, based on student demand and livable wage employment opportunities,” […]