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UPDATED FOR 1/28/2022 | Full updated edition of the TBT will be published on Friday, February 4.
Gilman International Scholarship Workshop
Tuesday, February 1 | 1:00-2:00 pm | Elsner Library-LB 245
RSVP: https://forms.gle/7DpTdHYhrqn7f6qSA
INTERESTED IN STUDY ABROAD AND WONDERING HOW TO PAY?
The U.S. Department of State's Gilman International Scholarship enables Pell Grant recipients to receive awards of up to $5,000 to study abroad. Come learn how to apply for the Gilman Scholarship and get valuable essay writing tips from the Writing Center!
Gilman Summer Application Deadline: March 1, 2022
In addition to participating in a life transforming study abroad experience, additional Gilman Alumni benefits include:
Noncompetitive eligibility for federal employment
Networking opportunities with thousands of Gilman Scholars and Alumni via a private platform
Access to professional development seminars & career-development resources
For more information, visit: www.mesacc.edu/study-abroad and www.gilmanscholarship.org
GILMAN SCHOLARSHIP IS NOW OPEN!
Student Success Workshops
The Foundations for Student Success is offering student success workshops during the fall semester. Workshops are free and are conducted both via WebEx and in person. These sessions are open to all students. For more information or to view the full schedule of workshops for the semester, please visit this site.
Feb 1 | 12:00-1:00 pm | Building 38-608
Topic: Conquering Procrastination? Develop a personal plan to stop procrastination from interfering with your academic and personal success.
Feb 8 | 12:00-1:00 pm | Building 38-608
Topic: Study Skills: Memorization vs. Application. Don't study the same for every subject. Learn tips to become a study guru!
Volunteers needed: Please visit this link to sign up.
We Care Wednesday
Wednesday, February 2 | 10:00 am-12:00 pm | Southern and Dobson Campus
The last We Care Wednesday drive through produce distribution of the fall semester is taking place at the SOUTHERN and DOBSON campus on Wednesday, Feb 2. It will take place from 10 am-12 pm. This is free and open to the public!
Enter campus on Solar Way off of Dobson Road. A volunteer will place the food in your trunk/car. Please wear a mask for the safety of our volunteers. For more info, visit this link. The next We Care Wednesday at the Red Mountain campus is happening on February 16.
Asian Festival
Join us for this amazing opportunity to volunteer and to experience the Lunar New Year.
Volunteer opportunities include:
Set up and decorate 100 lanterns (Friday, 2/4, 4-7 pm)
Direct vendors, cultural booths, afternoon tear down (Saturday, 2/5, 4-7 pm)
Contact Center for Community and Civic Engagement for more info.
WHERE: Mesa Park and Ride, Main St. & Sycamore
Co-curricular Type: Cultural Events
Sponsored by MCC Center for Community and Civic Engagement, International Education, Asian Pacific Islanders Coalition, and Net Impact
VolunteerFest
February 2-3 | 9:00, 10:30, 12:00, 4:30 | Virtual
February 9 | 10 am-12 pm | Clock Tower Lawn
CIVIC ENGAGEMENT | SERVICE-LEARNING | VOLUNTEERISM
Picture yourself at VolunteerFest. It will be a 'reel' good time! Come discover agencies who are eager to have you be a star (volunteer)!
Each session will last one hour.
Wednesday WebExlink : http://www.tinyurl.com/VFestFall2021
Thursday WebEx Link : http://www.tinyurl.com/VolFestFall2021
We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request accommodations or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact getengaged@mesacc.edu.
Redefining the Creator Economy: A Survey of the Digital Arts
On display February 7-March 4 | MCC Art Gallery
This exhibition explores seven different genres in contemporary art including internet art, digital art, augmented realities, glitch art, post-digital art, NFTs (non-fungible tokens) and the role that artificial intelligence plays in creativity. The interest in these themes has grown throughout the cultural landscape of Arizona in recent years which has a large community of cultural creatives working at the forefront of interactive design, motion graphics, experimental film and video, intermedia art, immersive environments, and much more. With venues like Wonderspaces, the Thoma Foundation, Walter Productions, and the Atari Hotel popping up throughout the state, this exhibition represents a unique opportunity to connect with the growing culture of digital entertainment and fine art practices that have gained a foothold in Arizona and which promise to continue to expand in the decades ahead.
Click here for more info.
Please join us for the opening on February 10th from 6-9pm to see the work of 50+ artists from around the world.
Arizona Education Through the Eyes of First Generation Educators
Tuesday, February 8 | 5:00-7:30 pm | Link to register
Navajo Room at Southern and Dobson, or virtual.
You are cordially invited to attend an event hosted by Mesa Community College's Education Studies Department, Cultural Sciences Department, and Teach for America's Phoenix Alumni Association.
Hosted by Dr. Emerald Woodland, a panel of first-generation college students who became educators will discuss their perspective on the most pressing needs in our state's public education system today. The purpose of this event is to bring together current educators, future teachers, and everyone interested in improving public education.
The event will take place in Mesa Community College's Navajo Room from 5:00 - 7:30 (light refreshments provided) on February 8th, 2022.
Attendees who chose to attend virtually will be emailed a link to join the day of the event.
A Night of Poetry and Story
Tuesday, February 8 | 7:00 pm | Link to virtual event
The creative writing program and English department at Mesa Community College are proud to welcome writers Leigh Chadwick and Morgan Talty for a reading Tuesday, February 8 starting at 7:00 p.m. This digital event can be accessed here (password: rpE5cFMvj37) or via phone at 1 602-666-0783, access code ‪2487 329 8310.
Any questions/concerns can be directed to Jeremy Broyles, jeremy.broyles@mesacc.edu.
Please join us for a night of poetry and story courtesy of two of the most important up and coming writers in the country.
Please join MCC’s Music Business Program for a virtual fireside chat with Laura Escudé where we’ll explore what it takes to be a music industry entrepreneur; how to get started in live performance and show design; how to network successfully to garner business from top tier artists and records labels; and how to balance your creative music career with building a highly successful business.
Fireside Chat with Laura Escudé
Tuesday, February 8 | 6:00-6:45 pm | Link to join
Ms. Escudé is the first ever artist and live show producer to become certified in Ableton Live Training. She is an award-winning music performer, and highly sought-after live show designer.
Laura Escudé is also the founder of the thriving touring production company, Electronic Creatives, a renowned Tour Sound Production services firm offering live show design, touring support, playback engineering, and live FX support. Laura Escudé and her team of designers, artists, and engineers have designed shows for top major music artists including Kanye West, Ariana Grande, Kesha, Lil Wayne, The Weeknd, and more.
Please join MCC’s Music Business Program for a virtual fireside chat with Laura Escudé where we’ll explore what it takes to be a music industry entrepreneur; how to get started in live performance and show design; how to network successfully to garner business from top tier artists and records labels; and how to balance your creative music career with building a highly successful business.
YOU BELONG @ MCC
Club Rush & VolunteerFest
Wednesday, February 9 | 10:00 am-12:00 pm
Students who get involved outside of the classroom have a rewarding college experience and feel a sense of belonging on campus. It's also a great way to find community and support through the college experience. Student Life & Leadership is sponsoring a Club Rush to encourage students to sign up and connect to MCC student clubs and organizations. Here's how students can participate:
Visit the Club Hub at www.tinyurl.com/ClubHubMCC. Under each club listing, you will find advisor contact information and a link to join the club. Club leaders will reach out to interested students with more details and information.
Attend an IN-PERSON CLUB RUSH on Wednesday, February 9, from 10 am-12 pm. Club Rush will be taking place on the Clock Tower Lawn at Southern & Dobson and in the Saguaro Mall on the Red Mountain campus. The Club Rush at Southern & Dobson will also include a VolunteerFest sponsored by the Center for Community & Civic Engagement and other campus resources.
Start a new club or organization by contacting Student Life & Leadership.
Civic Action Hour: Homelessness 101
February 9 |12:00-1:00 pm | Link to join
Join us to learn more about homelessness. We'll debunk common myths, hear from those experiencing homelessness, and learn more about what you can do to help in your community.
Shawn Donnelly has served since 2017 with St. Vincent de Paul, an international nonprofit, and currently is in the role as their Community Engagement Programs Manager. Half of SVdP’s mission is to serve those in need in the community and half of our mission is to give the community the opportunity to serve. SVdP strives to feed, clothe, house, and heal those in need and to do through harnessing the generosity and compassion of the community. Shawn works with individuals, corporate groups, universities, churches, and other nonprofits to help them find meaningful opportunities of engagement.
Before her work at SVdP, Shawn spent 5 years managing many ministries and volunteers within a large church in Colorado. Whether it is at SVdP, at the church in CO, as a business consultant, or a construction project manager, she has always been passionate about helping others move forward in their lives and connect to their larger purpose.
MCC Red Mountain | February 2 | 10 am-2 pm
MCC Southern & Dobson | February 16 | 10 am-2 pm
MCC will be hosting BLOOD DRIVES with Vitalant Blood Services at both the Southern & Dobson and Red Mountain campuses on February 2 (RM) and February 16 (SoDo). There is a CRITICAL shortage of blood in our community, and YOU can help! To schedule an appointment, please visit this link and use the blood drive code "MCC" to select the campus/date that works for you.
Start out 2022 with a membership to the MCC Fitness Center!
Start the new year strong! Did you know you can sign up for a membership to the MCC Fitness Centers? They provide membership access to students, employees, and the community, and a membership gives you access to either the Southern and Dobson or the Red Mountain campus fitness centers. Enroll in either the credit or non-credit options as described below:
PED101FL 1 Credit = see class schedule to enroll
PED115 2 Credit = see class schedule to enroll
Students = $50 (semester) or $25 for half semester, starting in March
Employees = $25 (semester)
Community Ed memberships are also available.
For more information, visit this website or call 480-461-7556. Julie Freeman can provide support in getting students or employees enrolled.
FOLLETT BOOKSTORE SCHOLARSHIP
The Spring 2022 Follett Bookstore Scholarship application is now available!
Click this link to apply:
MCC SERVICE SCHOLARSHIP
Now accepting Spring 2022 MCC Service Scholarship Application
- Be an Mesa Community College student enrolled in at least 6 credit hours for Spring 2022 (value $500)
- Complete 100 community service hours at a non-profit or government agency during the past twelve (12) months of application date
- Submit the application and supporting documentation on or before February 18, 2022
Application: tinyurl.com/MCCServiceScholarship
ONGOING PROGRAMS, SERVICES, AND EVENTS
MESA MARKET
FOOD & HYGIENE PRODUCTS FOR STUDENTS
The Mesa Market is a food and hygiene pantry for MCC students. Any student is eligible to visit the Mesa Market for up to 10 food and 5 hygiene products for free each week.
Click this link for a Mesa Market flyer to share with others.
Open Monday-Friday, 8 am-5 pm
Southern and Dobson Campus
To use the Mesa Market at the Southern and Dobson campus, visit the Office of Student Life & Leadership in KSC 35S.
Red Mountain Campus
To use the Mesa Market at the Red Mountain campus, visit the Office of Student Life & Leadership in Mesquite 210.
We are always grateful for donations to the Mesa Market! Feel free to drop off your donations to the Student Life office at either campus.
Click here to visit the MCC Club Hub!
Click Here for a Calendar of Club Meetings (top right corner of this page)
Get Involved and Get Connected!
Clubs are an extremely valuable part of a student's experience at MCC. If you are interested in getting involved in a student club, please stay tuned for opportunities to meet our clubs, and consider starting (or reactivating) a new club! We are also seeking club advisors to help support a variety of MCC clubs. Any faculty or staff that are interested in this opportunity are encouraged to reach out to a member of the Student Life team.
The Club Hub will have an updated list of student clubs (as we learn which clubs will be active this year) as well as important paperwork, forms, and a list of club connections to various Fields of Interest.
Club Recruitment activities for the Spring 2022 semester will take place during the week of February 7. Stay tuned for more information!
We Care Wednesday
We Care Wednesday is a food distribution that takes place on the first Wednesday of every month at the Southern/Dobson campus and the third Wednesday of every month at the Red Mountain campus. The distribution happens from 10 am-12 pm. The food distributions are open to all students and community members in need of food assistance:
Drive-thru service. A volunteer will place food in your trunk or vehicle. (Walk-up service is available for those without vehicles.)
Masks are encouraged. If you are feeling any cold or flu symptoms, please stay home and seek medical treatment.
Southern Dobson: Located in the Southwest parking lot. Please enter from Dobson Road onto Solar Way at the Southern and Dobson campus.
Red Mountain: Located in the Red Mountain Way Circle. Please enter from McKellips Rd and proceed straight through the stop sign. Distribution takes place in the circle near the Desert Willow building.
Southern/Dobson Dates : Feb 2, Mar 2, Apr 6, May 4
Red Mountain Dates : Feb 16, Mar 16, Apr 20, May 18
If you're interested in volunteering, please contact Student Life & Leadership. Volunteers are needed for every We Care Wednesday distribution.
Free Bus Passes for students
The City of Phoenix is providing each of the Maricopa Community Colleges with free 31-day Valley Metro bus passes for students. There are no eligibility requirements. Visit Student Life & Leadership at either campus to request your free bus pass. *While supplies last
Astronomy Nights at MCC
First Friday of each month | 6:00-10:00 pm | MCC Planetarium
MCC Astronomy Nights are held on the first Friday of the month during February, March, April, & May and September, October, November, & December.
MCC Astronomy Nights include planetarium shows, telescope viewing, information tables, hands-on activities, and more! Planetarium shows and indoor activities occur rain or shine, but telescope viewing of the night sky is only offered when the sky is clear.
Planetarium shows run from 6:00-10:00 PM, with shows starting every hour.
For more information, including show schedule or to purchase tickets, click this link.
Career Services Workshops
Working Wednesdays
On Site Recruitment
Each Wednesday during the Spring 2022 semester (from January 26th - May 4th) the Career Services Department will be hosting Working Wednesdays on the Clock Tower sidewalk from 10am - 12pm. Each week, we will welcome 5 employers on campus to table and speak with interested students about the job opportunities available within their organization.
Professional Development Workshops
Each Wednesday, there will be a rotating schedule of professional development workshops held in BA-10W at 1 pm and 6 pm*. For a list of topics, please visit the Career Services Event Calendar.
*6 pm workshops is virtual, and only available with pre-registration at this link.
Visit the Career Services website for more information about events, services, and opportunities.
