MWCC’s High School Junior Symposium Returns

Mount Wachusett Community College’s Division of Access and Transition welcomed nearly 100 area high school juniors for the first annual Juniors Symposium since the pandemic put such events on hold in 2020. Ramon Gonzalez, Senior Director of College Access, and LeaAnn Scales, Vice President of Enrollment and Public Affairs kicked off the event, which is […]

What Can You Do With a Fire Science Degree?

A fire science degree is an educational program that prepares students for a career in fire safety. However, becoming a firefighter is far from your only path once you graduate. A fire science degree opens the door to various career opportunities you might be unaware of. Let’s explore what a fire science degree is and […]

What Can You Do With an Early Childhood Education Degree?

If you’re considering a career as an early childhood educator, you can be confident that you’re on the right track. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) states that the employment of early childhood educators, such as preschool teachers, will grow 15% from 2021 to 2031. Early childhood educators are some of the most influential people […]

Dual Enrollment and Early College at MWCC

What is Dual Enrollment? How does dual enrollment work? Who is eligible for dual enrollment? What are the benefits of  dual enrollment? Dual Enrollment Types & Costs What is the right  dual  enrollment  program for me? What is dual enrollment? Whether in high school or home school, dual enrollment allows high school-aged students to earn credit for both […]

Meet MWCC Student and future reality cooking star Vinny Alia!

Leominster Firefighter, veteran, and MWCC student Vinny Alia is about to make his big break as a contestant on Gordon Ramsay’s “Next Level Chef” which premiers on Fox following the Super Bowl on February 12. Alia is engaging and charismatic, it is easy to see why he was selected to compete on the show after […]