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Mount Wachusett Community College Celebrates High Achieving Students at Annual Evening of Excellence

Mount Wachusett Community College (MWCC) held its annual Evening of Excellence award ceremony on Thursday, May 8th at the Theatre at the Mount. The Evening of Excellence recognizes students who have demonstrated exceptional dedication, leadership, and scholarly accomplishment throughout the academic year. Students were honored with both academic awards and scholarships, made possible by the […]

Mount Wachusett Community College Holds Annual Civic and Service-Learning Celebration

The Brewer Center for Civic Learning and Community Engagement recognized 148 students for their volunteerism in the 2024-2025 school year during their annual Civic and Service-Learning Celebration on May 7th. Volunteers included more than 30 students who contributed over 300 hours each, eight who contributed over 200 hours each, and 14 who contributed over 100 […]

MWCC Announces Lia Gomez as Class of 2025 Commencement Speaker

Mount Wachusett Community College is honored to announce Rutland, MA resident Lia Gomez as the commencement speaker for the Class of 2025. Gomez, a dedicated student and advocate, embodies the spirit of perseverance and growth that defines the MWCC community. After nearly three decades away from education, Gomez made the decision at the age of […]

MWCC Signs Housing Agreement with Fitchburg State University

In a ceremony at Fitchburg State University on April 30th, MWCC President James Vander Hooven and Fitchburg State University President Donna Hodge signed an agreement launching a new Housing Program which will enable students in search of a residential collegiate experience to live on the Fitchburg State campus. Learn more on the Fitchburg State University […]

MWCC Presents “Operation Comedy” – A Night of Laughter Supporting Veterans Services

Mount Wachusett Community College (MWCC) is proud to present Operation Comedy, a stand-up comedy show in support of the MWCC Veterans Services. The event will take place on April 18th at 7:00 p.m. at the Theater at the Mount in Gardner. Hosted by comedian Andrew Mayer, the night will feature an exciting lineup of talented […]

New State-of-the-Art Audio Studio

Mount Wachusett Community College has added a sixth audio studio to its Dr. Vincent S. Ialenti Media Arts and Technology Center.  After years of planning and design, the new control room is was dedicated on February 7, 2025 in honor of Chief Engineer of Media Services, Athur Collins, who originally proposed the studio and its […]

A Capella Sensation “Ball in the House” to Perform at MWCC in Celebration of Black History Month

Mount Wachusett Community College (MWCC) is thrilled to announce a special performance by renowned a capella group Ball in the House on Wednesday, February 26. This performance titled “And Now I See: Racism, and American Music” in honor of Black History Month, promises to be a highlight of MWCC’s cultural calendar this year. Ball in […]

Paramedic Pinning Ceremony Celebrates Achievements of Graduates at Mount Wachusett Community College

Mount Wachusett Community College held a Paramedic Pinning Ceremony on January 23, 2025. The ceremony honors the achievements of the eleven students who make up its latest cohort of paramedic graduates, recognizing their dedication and commitment to serving the community. Family, friends, faculty, and colleagues of the students were in attendance to celebrate the students’ […]

MWCC Graduates Join the Nursing Profession in Traditional Pinning Ceremony

by Courtney Darling, Communications Specialist  Mount Wachusett Community College held a traditional pinning ceremony for the graduates of its Practical Nursing program on December 13, 2024 at the Theater at the Mount. “You have chosen a caring profession, you have chosen a vocation to help others in their times of need, and that I believe […]

East Wing Gallery at MWCC Welcomes Jenny Vogel

The Mount Wachusett Community College East Wing Gallery is thrilled to announce the arrival of an exhibit by renowned artist Jenny Vogel. Opening October 9th, Vogel’s installation promises to captivate audiences with its innovative blend of digital art and interactive experiences. Jenny Vogel, a distinguished artist known for pushing the boundaries of contemporary art, brings […]