Editor’s note: This story was updated on Sept. 14 to correct an inaccurate title. Gerald McCarty’s correct title is dean of Student Success. To celebrate the start of the fall semester, MCCC Student Government will be hosting their annual “Welcome Week.” From Sept. 11 to Sept. 14, activities will be […]
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MCCC president’s response to bomb threat has been questioned
Editor’s note: This story was updated on June 8 to remove the inaccurate statement that Scott Behrens, vice president of Enrollment Management and Student Success, was unavailable by deadline. There was a scheduled meeting with Behrens for Friday, June 9. A text seeking comment from Behrens was not sent in a […]
MCCC’s 56th annual Commencement
Class of 2023
Caps and gowns were adorned, diplomas were passed, and celebrations were held as the MCCC class of 2023 walked across the stage at the 56th annual commencement ceremony. Grace Yackee, vice president of Instruction, announced Wendy Wysocki as the Honorary Grand Marshal of commencement. Graduates Jewell Mason and Marie […]
MCCC Honors Reception
Student Government members helped lead the Honors Reception last Tuesday in the Meyer Theater. Awards were given to many students and faculty members during the night.
Board of Trustees member announces resignation
Florence Buchanan is resigning from the MCCC Board of Trustees. The resignation will be effective Sept. 1, Buchanan said. Board Chairman Aaron Mason announced her resignation at the April 24 Board of Trustees meeting. Mason said the board will likely discuss the process and procedure of replacing Buchanan when the […]
Dozens attend author book talk event
Award-winning author Peter Heller visited MCCC on March 16 in the cafeteria of the S Building. Heller’s novel “The River” was the main discussion of the night. The novel was chosen for this year’s One Book, One Community reading selection. Heller spoke to a large crowd of attendees and signed […]
MCCC potential bomb threat declared false
Editor’s note: This story was updated on April 12 to reflect the Agora’s FOIA request for the incident report being denied. A paragraph about Charlie Abel not being contacted was also added. MCCC students received an email Monday morning from MCCC President Kojo Quartey declaring a possible bomb threat posted […]
Student Library Advisory Club new to campus
The Student Library Advisory Club had its first-ever meeting on April 3. Although the club is currently small in size, Elizabeth Hartig, the campus librarian and SLAC advisor, said they have some big plans for the future. SLAC meets 12:30 p.m.- 1:30 p.m. every Monday in C-124 in the Library. […]
Community members call for a new faculty contract
Eight community members attended the Board of Trustees meeting Monday to show support for the faculty’s ongoing negotiations for a contract. Out of the attending community members, four addressed the trustees during the meeting’s public comment time. Rick Kull, a Ford employee and MCCC alumnus, talked to the crowd. “We […]
‘Pride Party’ to be held in the Safe Space
What better place to have a party than in the Safe Space? The Gender and Sexuality Alliance Club will be hosting a “Pride Party” on April 14 from 4:30 to 9 p.m. in Room S-165. The event is free and open to the public. Snacks will be provided. Professor Melissa […]