MWCC’s 43rd annual Nurse Pinning Ceremony will take place Thursday, May 19 at 5 p.m. in the Fitness & Wellness Center. Students will be welcomed into the profession by having the program’s nursing pin fastened to their lapels by a fellow nurse, a family member, a friend, an alumnus of the program, or a faculty […]
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Dental Programs PinningCeremony
MWCC’s Dental Programs Pinning Ceremony will take place Friday, May 13 from 5 to 7 p.m. in the South Cafe of the Gardner campus. Graduates of the Dental Hygiene and Dental Assisting program will be recognized.
Pathways, STEM Student Bella Ballin to Receive DHE 29 Who Shine Award
The state Department of Higher Education will recognize top students from across Massachusetts during the sixth annual “29 Who Shine” award ceremony on Monday, May 9 at noon at the Grand Staircase of the Massachusetts Statehouse. The ceremony honors an outstanding graduating student from each of the state’s 29 public colleges and universities, as well […]
High School Students Explore Careers at MWCC-sponsored Fair
What do you want to be when you grow up? 1,000 Fitchburg High School students had the chance to visit with more than 50 professionals in a wide range of careers and vocations during the annual career fair sponsored April 29 by MWCC’s Division of Access & Transition.
MWCC Students Named to 2016 Who’s Who Among Students in American Colleges and Universities
MWCC students enrolled in a range of academic programs and involved in numerous activities have been selected as national outstanding campus leaders and will be included in the 2016 edition of Who’s Who Among Students in American Colleges and Universities. The 44 students were selected based on their academic achievement, service to the community, leadership in […]
Baker Administration, Higher Education Leaders Announce New Commonwealth Commitment Plan to Increase Affordability, Drive Degree Completion
Governor Charlie Baker and Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito joined public higher education leaders on April 21 to announce the Commonwealth Commitment, an innovative college affordability and completion plan to help more students achieve the dream of a college degree. The Commonwealth Commitment commits every public campus to providing 10% rebates at the end of each […]
Tea Time Speaker Series: Understanding the LGBTQA Community
The Tea Time Speaker Series continues Monday, April 25 with a panel discussion, “Understanding the LGBTQA Community,” in the North Café. The event begins at 12:15 with refreshments, followed by an hour-long discussion between a panel of community leaders, students and staff who will discuss their struggles and the importance of building a strong support […]
Dual Enrollment Partnership Marks 10th Anniversary; Pathways and Gateway Information Sessions Underway for Fall 2016 Enrollment
MWCC is marking the 10th anniversary of its dual enrollment partnership programs for teenagers and young adults. The Pathways Early College Innovation School and the Gateway to College program, run in partnership with the Ralph C. Mahar Regional School District, allow students to complete requirements for their high school diploma while also earning credits toward a college degree. School choice […]
Week of the Young Child Art Exhibit Celebrates 10th Anniversary
Mix paintings, sculptures and other assorted artwork created by dozens of children, add cupcakes, some glitter, and heaping scoops of commitment and enthusiasm from MWCC’s Early Childhood Education faculty, students and community partners, and what do you get? The 10th anniversary celebration of the Week of the Young Child Art Exhibit at MWCC’s Garrison Center for […]
DHE Commissioner Carlos Santiago to MWCC: “You are Getting it Right Here”
Continuing his mission to spend a full day at each of the state’s public colleges and universities, Commissioner of Higher Education Carlos Santiago took a whirlwind tour of Mount Wachusett Community College on Thursday, April 14. The day began at MWCC’s satellite campus in Devens – which rekindled fond memories for the commissioner, who spent […]