Detroit-based painter and activist Anna van Schaap uses her work to communicate powerful messages about women, perfectionism and society. Van Schaap spoke about her work at Monroe County Community College on Oct. 24. The lecture was held in the La-Z-Boy Center Atrium as a part of MCCC’s Visiting Artist series. […]
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New MCCC instructor sparks interest
Not every professor has secret clearance for the U.S. Mark Jager, the new instructor of materials and welding technology, was born and raised in the city of East Detroit — now known as Eastpointe. Jager said he had a normal 1950s and 1960s upbringing. “You know, had a very close […]
Quartey awarded by MCCA for Service
MCCC’s president, Kojo Quartey, was awarded the Distinguished Service Award in July by the Michigan Community College Association. Quartey was given this award after many years of service to the MCCA. According to their website, the Michigan Community College Association fosters collaboration, connection, and partnerships among the 28 Michigan public […]
Rafko named as new director of admissions
Holding almost 15 years of experience working in financial aid, Rafko set his sights on maintaining a directorial position after working as an associate director of financial aid at the University of Michigan-Dearborn. “I’m on the other side of the house now,” Ryan Rafko, new director of Admissions and Guidance […]
MCCC hosts YMCA’s annual Trunk or Treat
‘Mario Kart Tour’ drives off course
The “Mario Kart” franchise has become one of the largest recognizable game franchises in the past few decades. In the most recent installment, “Mario Kart Tour,” Nintendo has tried to cash in on that popularity to mixed reception. Released on Sept. 25 for iOS and Android smartphones, “Mario Kart Tour” […]
Visiting artist to speak at MCCC
On Oct. 24, artist Anna van Schaap will visit Monroe County Community College. Van Schaap will speak about her paintings from 6 to 8 p.m. in the La-Z-Boy Atrium. Her work combines elements of emotion with traditional portraits of the female body. “By creating work about the female body, its […]
Student Government welcomes new officers
Student Government officers change year after year and Oct. 1, they elected new officers for the 2019-2020 academic year. The new officers of Students Government are McKenzie Lamour as president, Alyssa Masserant as vice president, Kayla Mercure as secretary, Ethan Harbaugh as treasurer, Nick Manor as liaison, and Alexis Cowell […]
Untitled review of ‘Untitled Goose Game’
“It’s a lovely day in the village, and you are a horrible goose.” An apt description as provided by game developer House House about their recently released game, “Untitled Goose Game”. Released Sept. 20 for Windows, Mac OS, and Nintendo Switch, “Untitled Goose Game” allows players to take control of […]
MCCC to host blood drive Oct. 15
The American Red Cross will host a blood drive Oct. 15 in the Administration Building cafeteria. The event will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and is open to the public over the age of 16. Identification is required and a donor card is helpful. Donors can schedule […]