Academic Enhancements
Commonwealth Honors Program
The Commonwealth Honors Program provides academically motivated students with the opportunity to engage in enriched coursework that emphasizes critical thinking, deeper analysis, and independent learning. Honors courses feature smaller class sizes, increased interaction with faculty, and more challenging assignments designed to enhance the overall academic experience.
Study Abroad
Study Abroad programs allow student to earn academic credit while gaining global experience through travel, cultural immersion, and international coursework. Participating in Study Abroad allows students to broaden their perspective, develop cross-cultural communication skills, and enhance their academic and personal growth.
Programs vary in length and location and may include faculty-led short-term experiences, semester-long programs, or international partnerships. Study Abroad options are designed to align with academic programs whenever possible, allowing students to stay on track toward degree completion.
Students interested in Study Abroad typically must:
- Be in good academic standing
- Meet program-specific GPA requirements (often 2.5 or higher)
- Demonstrate readiness for independent learning and cultural engagement
Eligibility and requirements may vary by program and destination. Students are encouraged to meet with an Academic Advisor and the Study Abroad Coordinator early to discuss options, credit transfer, and financial planning.
Students who participate in Study Abroad gain:
- Academic credit toward degree completion
- Global and intercultural competencies valued by employers and transfer institutions
- Enhanced problem-solving, adaptability, and communication skills
- A competitive advantage when applying for jobs, internships, and transfer programs
- Life-changing experiences that build confidence and independence
Best for: Students seeking global learning opportunities, cultural immersion, and academic enrichment beyond the traditional classroom.
The Humanities Project
Funded by a Challenge Grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities, the MWCC Humanities Project strengthens the college’s humanities curriculum; supports collaborative and interdisciplinary teaching and research in the humanities; examines the intersection between the humanities and other academic disciplines; and engages MWCC and the community in the discussion of enduring themes from the world’s many cultures and traditions.
In 2022, the Humanities Project teamed with the Study Abroad Office to bring travel and global learning to the community college student body. Together, they seek to provide opportunity and financial support to MWCC students who want to engage with the world’s many cultures and traditions beyond the academic classroom. By examining the intersection between the humanities and other academic disciplines in this unique way, students will complete firsthand travel abroad themselves and share it with the community upon their return.
Past Humanities Project Themes
Volcanoes, Glaciers, Geothermal Hot Springs, Sagas, Folktales, Myths, Thor, Loki, and Odin – All in ONE class!
Class: HUM 283 Beyond Vikings and Volcanoes: Iceland and the Challenge of Co-existence ( (3 credits, Fall 2022 & Fall 2023)
Travel: ICELAND, May 2023 and May 2024
Explore French Cultural And Literary History Through A Transatlantic Lens
Class: HUM 283 An American in Paris (3 credits, Fall 2024 and Fall 2025)
Travel: PARIS, May 2025 and May 2026, and crop image so it only shows the top part before the One Week Travel line.
International Center For The Promotion Of Diversity And Inclusion
The International Center for the Promotion of Diversity and Inclusion is here to promote justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion to improve the human condition for the whole community. We serve as a resource for students, faculty, staff, and the greater community on issues of equity through education, outreach, and advocacy.
Service Learning (Brewer Center)
The Senator Stephen M. Brewer Center enhances the student experience by connecting learning with real-world impact. Through service learning, civic engagement, and community partnerships, students gain hands-on opportunities to apply what they learn in the classroom while building leadership skills, cultural awareness, and a deeper sense of social responsibility. This enriched experience helps students grow as engaged citizens, prepared to make meaningful contributions both locally and beyond.
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