What is a First Gen? The term first-gen or first-generation student seems simple enough, though there is some wiggle room in the definition. Being a first-generation student means that your parents or guardians have not completed their bachelor’s degree. However, if your parents or guardians have attended some college, earned their degree outside of the […]
Archives: Blog Posts
Elevator Pitch Video Contest
Open to All MWCC Students!! What is an Elevator Pitch? A quick introductory summary of yourself, like a commercial. it is a concise and clear message of who you are, your goals and how your skills, and education can benefit a company or organization. Winner to be announced during the November Career Services Workshop! Submission […]
Art Club Sponsoring Mohamed Abou El Naga Presentation of Work
Mohammed Abou El Naga is a multidisciplinary visual artist, art professor, curator and developer. Throughout his colorful career, he created award winning art projects, assisted his community and brought up new generation of young artists with his teaching, workshop and his multitude of practices. Born in the Egypt, Abouelnaga graduated from the Faculty of Fine Arts […]
On the Frontlines of COVID-19
Mount Wachusett Community College mother and son alumni Heidi (’13) and Branden Burke (’21) have been serving at the front lines of the COVID-19 pandemic since early spring. Heidi traveled and lived in New York City and Texas, and Branden in Texas to working in hospitals hit hard by the COVID -19 pandemic. The pair […]
High School Admission Zoom Sessions!
We are hosting a series of Zoom sessions for our local high school students! Check out the date for your school below and click the link to register! Grab a friend to join you! Parents and supporters are also welcome to join. Athol High School – October 22, 1 – 2 p.m. – Register here […]