MWCC's Weekly e-newsletter

Fri., June 25, 2004

GED GRADS CELEBRATE AT MOUNT WACHUSETT COMMUNITY COLLEGE

By Lea Ann Erickson

	Vice President of Lifelong Learning and Workforce Development Jacqueline Feldman looks on as Leia Lane address her fellow 2004 GED graduates

Over 350 proud spouses, parents, grand parents, children and friends enthusiastically cheered as 69 students celebrated their 2004 GED graduation at Mount Wachusett Community College, Sat., June 19 in the Theatre.

Massachusetts Department of Education GED Chief GED Examiner Tom Mechem told the graduates that their GED would advance their education and careers and give them more confidence. He also congratulated then on their commitment. “A philosopher once said ‘self confidence is born of demonstrated ability.’ When you earned your GED you demonstrated your ability.”

Student speaker Leia Lane worked full-time while attending GED classes. “I stand before you with joy in my heart. I’m starting at MWCC in the fall. I know I don’t have an easy road ahead.” Lane plans to earn a Business Administration degree. She closed by encouraging her fellow graduates to, “never give up.”

Lane was one of two graduates receiving the President’s Award. The award, founded by MWCC President Daniel M. Asquino, provides a voucher good for two MWCC courses as well as the books needed to take the class. Edwin Kosa, who had been away from the classroom for 25 years, also received the award. Kosa plans to work in a hospital or clinical setting working with alcoholics and addicts.

GED Director Dale Sanborn and Vice President of Lifelong Learning and Workforce Development Jacqueline Feldman presided over the ceremony. “Dale has managed to keep this great program running smoothly,” said Feldman in closing remarks,” even as we have been moving sites and opening new sites. I’d like to thank her for all her hard work.” To the graduates, Feldman closed by saying, “I want to see all of you at my office Monday morning registering for classes. Your GED is proof that you can succeed in college courses.”

Campus Events:

• Project Greater Opportunities (Project GO) will be offering a one-week computer camp for Gardner and Murdock Middle School students, Mon., June 28 through Fri., July 2 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in room 240. This pilot initiative will offer technology education skills to our students including: Microsoft Paint, Publisher, Picture Manager, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, in addition to the kids learning how to safely navigate the internet and create their own websites. For more information, contact Deb Bibeau at 978.630.9249.

• It is time to enroll for summer sports programs for kids at the Fitness and Wellness Center. Basketball, baseball, soccer, softball, field hockey and fun in the sun are just a few of the offerings. Fitness and Wellness Center members will receive a 10 percent discount. All programs have a limited enrollment, so call today at 978.630.9212.

• Theatre at the Mount is offering a special on-line discount for their two summer season productions, Steel Magnolias and Carousel. Tickets for both shows are only $26.00 per person when purchased online at the Theatre at the Mount web site, http://theatre.mwcc.edu. This represents a more than 25% savings over regular ticket prices. First on the bill, audiences have an appointment at Truvy’s Beauty Salon in Steel Magnolias by Robert Harling. Truvy dispenses shampoos and free advice with hilarious repartee as Shelby, the daughter of a local socialite, makes the most difficult choice of her life. Performances of Steel Magnolias are June 25, 26, July 9, 10 at 8:00 p.m.; and July 11 at 2:00 p.m. Rodgers and Hammerstein’s beloved musical Carousel, sponsored by The Gardner News, comes to the TAM stage in August. Set among the lights of the Maine Seacoast, this love story between a charismatic carnival barker, Billy Bigelow, and an innocent mill worker, Julie Jordon unfolds. The brilliant musical score includes “You’ll Never Walk Alone,” “If I Loved You,” “June is Bustin’ Out All Over,” and many more. Performances of Carousel are August 13, 14, 19, 20, 21 at 8:00 p.m.; and August 22 at 2:00 p.m.

• As part of an on-going effort to improve economic development in the region, MWCC’s Devens Applied Manufacturing Center is offering a Breakfast Series showcasing the latest in workforce development trends. A presentation on Supply Chain Management will be featured, Wed., June 30 at 8:00 a.m. Phil Helle will serve as the keynote speaker. He has over 25 years of experience in lean manufacturing, enterprise resource planning, and supply chain management. He is co-founder and principal of Helle Consulting. For more information on this presentation and future programs in the breakfast series, call 978.630.9569

• MWCC's Admissions Office will be holding a Healthcare Expo on July 21st in the North Cafe from 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.  Learn more about:  Certified Nurses Asst., Complementary Health Care Certificate and Degree, as well as the NEW!  Dental Hygiene Program and much, much more!  For more information or to RSVP, please contact the Admissions Office at 978.630.9110.

• The Mount Wachusett Community College Foundation Inc., will host its 9th Annual Golf Tournament to benefit scholarships, Mon., July 26 at Sterling Country Club. The tournament will feature many other prizes and a raffle. Registration fee is $165 per person and includes a breakfast buffet, greens fees, driving range and cart. The price for dinner only is $40. For more information, call MWCC Foundation Inc. Executive Director Darlene Morrilly at 978.630.9276.

• Theatre at the Mount announces auditions for the Fall Touring Production, How to Eat like a Child. Do you remember begging your parents for a dog? Audition dates are Monday, July 12 and Tuesday, July 13 at 7 p.m. in room 182 at the Gardner Campus. The cast calls for an ensemble of 8 – 12 members (mix of male and female) ages 14 and up. A short vocal selection will be taught to all teens that audition; wear comfortable clothing for dance audition; and, expect cold-readings from the script. Tentative rehearsal schedule is Monday and Wednesday evenings. How to Eat like a Child will be performed at local elementary schools on October 14, 15, 28, 29 and November 5; and at the Mount on October 23 at 2 p.m. For more information, call Professor Gail Steele at 978.630.9162, or e-mail g_steele@mwcc.mass.edu.

Lea Ann Erickson
Director of Community Relations
Mount Wachusett Community College
Phone: (978) 630-9322
Fax: (978) 630-9561
cell: (508) 517-5202
l_erickson@mwcc.mass.edu

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