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Graduate Profile Class of 2025: Julian Anderson

Julian Anderson, originally of Hanson, started his MWCC with a selfie. This would normally not be anything to shout about, but Julian posted a selfie in the parking lot of the school every day, 283 times over the course of two years. He became affectionately known as “Parking Lot Selfie Guy” to MWCC campus app […]

Graduate Profile: Sara Leopaldi, Newman Fellow and Student Parent Champion

Sara Leopaldi is a passionate advocate, leader, and changemaker whose commitment to service has left a profound impact on the Mount Wachusett Community College (MWCC) campus and the wider region it serves. As the 2025 recipient of the prestigious Service Above Self Award, Sara has distinguished herself through her unwavering dedication to supporting student parents, […]

Class of 2025 Graduate Profile: Katie Rains

Katie Rains, a member of the Class of 2025, shared her educational journey with us as she was preparing to graduate in May. Born into a bustling household as the middle child of seven siblings, Katie initially found comfort in staying under the radar, navigating life quietly amidst the chaos. She admits to avoiding challenges, […]

Early College Fire Science Students Explore the Intersection of Fire Science and Law Enforcement with State Police Sergeant Daniel Jones

Students in Mount Wachusett Community College’s Early College Fire Science class “Principles of Emergency Services” experienced an extraordinary in-person learning day with a visit from Massachusetts State Police Sergeant Daniel Jones. The session explored the critical roles and responsibilities of the State Police’s Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) unit and their collaboration with the fire service. […]

More Than Just a Couch: An Interview with a College Mental Health Counselor

In today’s world, mental health on college campuses is more important than ever. We sat down with Leeanne Hadsel, who shared their inspiring journey, the evolving role of counseling in higher education, and what it really means to support students in and out of the office. From therapy dogs to burnout recovery, here’s an inside […]