MCCC was represented by 28 political science students at the annual Michigan Student Political Issues Conference. The conference took place on Oct. 1 at Henry Ford Community College. Colleges from across Michigan were in attendance, with 685 students from six community colleges as well as larger universities like Wayne State […]
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MCCC has hidden pond on campus
Surrounded by a canopy of fall’s colored trees is one of the college’s campus treasures, the Hidden Pond. The pond is tucked away in the wooded area behind the East Tech building. To reach it, just cross the wooden bridge over Plum Creek behind the parking lot, turn to the […]
Beatlemania ‘Come Together’ at Meyer Theater
The Beatles returned Monroe to the 1960s Friday night. No, not the real Beatles. The Stars of Beatlemania, an internationally renowned group of performers who imitate the Beatles with their style, clothing, and, of course, their music. “I loved it; they were really good,” Newport resident Debbie Smith said. Smith […]
NBA 2K11 good, not great
NBA fans clamoring to get their hands on NBA 2K11 will finally get a chance to play as the newly aligned Miami Heat that was orchestrated by Heat GM Pat Riley. A batch of historic teams that gamers will be allowed to play as for the first time is anticipated. […]
Witches sighted around MCCC’s campus
Screams and accusations of witchcraft flew across the Meyer Theatre during the Monroe Community Players’ performance. The Players took on “The Crucible,” a dramatization of the Salem witch trials, an event riddled with betrayal and hypocrisy. The performances took place on Oct. 1, 2, and 3. The play stars a […]
2010 campaign candidates vie for seats across state
Republican candidate Rick Snyder is running for governor with the campaign slogan, “one tough nerd.” Snyder is a venture capitalist who graduated with three degrees from the University of Michigan at age 23. His career eventually led him to be president of Gateway Computer Co. His campaign is largely based […]
Are MCCC students safe?
Head of Security Bill Myers wants students to be more conscious of their safety when on campus. Myers, a retired police officer with 33 years as a sheriff’s deputy under his belt, as well as 15 years at MCCC, feels that a lot of the crime that happens on campus […]
Students heading to the polls Tuesday
Students at MCCC will be joining the rest of the county, state and nation voting next Tuesday, Nov. 2. The campaign came right onto the MCCC campus last week, when Meyer Theater was the site of a debate between candidates for U.S. Congress in the 15th District. An audience from […]
All the hysteria over Snooki is disgusting
So sick of Snooki. Ever since the Jersey Shore came out, I feel like I’m being stalked. Nicole “Snooki” Polizzi is stalking me. She’s on the radio, on the TV, on the news, in the papers, on facebook, and you can completely forget about MTV and VH1. South Park even […]
Go Green – Make your own moonshine
Moonshine alcohol saved many thirsty Americans from the wrath of prohibition in the 1920’s. But could the distilled spirit help save us from our current energy crunch too? Hooch, White Lightnin’, Mountain Dew, Moonshine, or whatever the name may be, they are all the same basic thing. Ethanol. Ethanol (ethyl […]
