Dave Murray (left), Zoe Clark, Rick Pluta, and Khalil AlHajal discuss the state of journalism during the One Book One Community Panel Discussion at Monroe County Community College Tuesday evening. (Photo by Todd Salisbury) In the modern era of misinformation, journalism may be more important than ever. On Tuesday evening, […]
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MCCC honors women’s history month
Jamie Oxendine presents the history of Native American women at MCCC on Wednesday, March 27. Throughout the history of Native American tribes and culture, women have held a vital role within their societies. Jamie Oxendine’s presentation “Native American Women: Culture and Activities” closed MCCC Women’s History Month events. “Now most […]
MCCC professor taking tour group to China
An Explorica tour group visiting the Great Wall of China. MCCC students and community members will have the opportunity to experience China’s unique culture and history. Dan Shaw, retiring journalism professor at MCCC, is leading a community trip to China in May of 2020. He said the trip will be […]
Global Studies degree beneficial to students
Wendy Wysocki's Global Studies office in the C Building. Students with an interest in learning more about global affairs should consider working towards the Global Studies Degree Designation at MCCC. Professor of Business and Economics and Global Studies Coordinator Wendy Wysocki said there are benefits to having the degree. “We […]
Tastes of Monroe
Tastes of Monroe I’m just a guy that enjoys eating and spends alot of time out to eat at restuarants, diners, and cafes. Unfortunately, many small eateries have been crushed due to chain restaurants and fast food. While there is nothing wrong with people enjoying those places, I find that […]
Author explains research on children captured by Indians
Author Scott Zesch gave two performances on March 20, shown here in the Meyer Theater, and earlier in a talk to students and staff. Scott Zesch, author of “Captured: A True Story of Abduction by Indians on the Texas Frontier,” spoke at MCCC about his book and the untold stories […]
MCCC Hosts Murder Mystery Dinner
Charites and murder typically don’t go hand in hand, but for Monroe’s Family Counseling and Shelter the annual Murder Mystery Dinner is essential to the organization. The Family Counseling and Shelter is a non-profit organization located on 14930 LaPlaisance Rd. Suite 106. “It’s unique for a nonprofit organization,” director Crystal […]
“Captain Marvel” Fights Misogyny
WARNING: This review contains spoilers. “Smile more!” It’s a common phrase I, and most other women, have heard before. Whether we’re too thin, too fat, too talkative, or have no personality women are highly accustomed to being judged. Oftentimes positive characteristics used to define men (intelligent, a leader, funny) are […]
Movie night stalls out
A movie poster for the film "Baby Driver." Student Government hosted a movie night March 14, and showed the action film “Baby Driver,” starring Jamie Foxx, Jon Hamm, and young-star Ansel Elgort. The movie was released in 2017 and is about a talented getaway driver, trapped in the heist life […]
One Book, One Community kicks off
Photo by Vanessa Ray Monroe County Community College Writing Fellows manage the book sale at the OBOC kickoff. The 2019 One Book, One Community (OBOC) program has chosen to feature “News of the World” by Paulette Giles. The program encourages the community to come together through the power of […]