Editor’s Note: The printed version of this story included a statement from a student regarding a canceled math class. This was a special topics class (MATH-296-01) that was initially canceled but reinstated. However, the class is not a requirement for graduation at MCCC as stated in the article. The student […]
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MCCC Nursing Program ranked #1 in state
Out of the 72 schools reviewed by NursingProcess.org, MCCC’s registered nursing program took the top spot in Michigan for 2020. Nursing student Lauren van Klingeren expressed her happiness at the program’s ranking. “I think it’s awesome that it’s ranked No. 1,” van Klingeren said. “I’m so blessed to be in […]
Behind the grants
In 2019, MCCC received $330,000 from the DTE Energy Foundation for STEM Scholar Program and for PASS (Program to Accelerate Student Success). The Native American Heritage Fund gave the college $199,000 to better teach and interpret Native American culture. Another grant of $10,000 was given by Fifth Third Bank to […]
Enrollment drops for Winter
Monroe County Community College’s enrollment levels have declined for the Winter 2020 semester. MCCC reported on enrollment comparisons to the Winter 2019 semester, Winter 2020’s headcount has declined by 13.7% (394 students) and change in credit hours by 13.8% (3,116 credit hours). MCCC is not alone in this decline. Community […]
‘Kingdom Hearts 3: ReMind’ begins at the end
This article may contain spoilers for “Kingdom Hearts 3: ReMind.” The key to a good reminder is revisiting what has already happened. A little over a year after “Kingdom Hearts 3” hit the shelves, the first paid downloadable content for the game “Kingdom Hearts 3: ReMind” was released on Jan. […]
New federal law raises legal smoking age to 21
Michigan 18-year-olds can vote, buy rifles or register for the military draft, but they are now too young to legally buy tobacco and vaping products. In September, President Trump said he was interested in banning all flavored vapes. In November, he followed by saying he supported raising the minimum smoking […]
Siena helps students achieve new heights
For 30 years, MCCC has been partnered with Siena Heights University to offer students educational opportunities. Through this relationship, students interested in a bachelor’s degree can earn many of their credits on MCCC’s campus. The program, called “3 + 1,” allows students to take up to 90 transferable credits at […]
Quiz Answers
Answers to Black History Month Quiz See Feb. 3 issue of the Agora A. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. A. Harriet Tubman A. Thurgood Marshall A. Marcus Garvey B. 14th Amendment C. 1954 D. Greensboro, North Carolina B. Maya Angelou D. […]
‘UR FUN’ was not fun for my expectations
With a very select style of pop dominating the mainstream music scene, indie pop releases seem to go under the radar. Of Montreal is a band that debuted in 1996 and has incorporated elements of 1960’s psychedelic pop, indie rock, indie pop, alternative punk and dance rock through the years. […]
‘Dolittle’ attempts to explain self-acceptance
This article may contain spoilers for “Dolittle.” “Dolittle” starring Robert Downey Jr. is a family friendly thrill ride that will make you laugh, cry and ask yourself, “Did that really just happen?” The film started off unexpected, with a love story, as the audience is introduced to John Dolittle […]