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In celebration of Black History, Mesa Community College (MCC) presents Black History 2022 - Year of Recognition. MCC will honor the achievements of Black people past and present by hosting events from February through December 2022. We hope you will join us! Visit this link for a full schedule of events.
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 22 | 12:00-1:00 pm | Building 38-608
Topic: P.O.W.E.R. of Math Study Skills: Learn a proven system for success in Math.
Mar 1 | 12:00-1:00 pm | Building 38-608
Topic: Remembering What You Read: Discover techniques to help you recall the information from your reading assignments.
Celebrating 30 Years of Engagement
Tuesday, 2/22/22 | 1:00-3:00 pm | KSC 35N, Lower Level
You are invited to stop by the Center for Community & Civic Engagement on the Southern & Dobson Campus for some cake on Tuesday, 2/22/22, between 1:00pm to 3:00pm and help us kick off the year of celebrating 30 years of engagement.
Thunderbird Dialogues
Wednesday, February 23 | 12 pm | Student Lounge (Southern/Dobson)
Topic: "I'm MY Me: A Discussion about Pronouns"
Thunderbird Dialogues are student-led discussions in which students can engage in constructive and respectful dialogue while sharing their views and experiences.
What students can expect:
Learn how to create communities of belonging
Build cross-cultural relationships through meaningful dialogue
Engage in active listening, empathy, and perspective-taking
Build skillset to understand cultural differences and similarities
Recognize ways in which other cultural and social identities differ from their own and how they see and experience the world differently.
*This is an approved Honors Co-Curricular event
Lunch with the Phoenix Symphony
Wednesday, February 23 | 12:30-1:00 pm | M200 at Red Mountain
The MCC Honors Program is excited to host a lunch with the Phoenix Symphony. The event will take place from 12:30-1:00 pm in the Community Room at the Red Mountain campus. Pizza will be served, all are welcome to attend.
CTE Open House
Friday, February 25th | 9:00 am-1:00 pm
The CTE 2022 Open House will expose current MCC students and approximately 400+ prospective students from all over the East Valley to MCC’s program and degree opportunities. A business and industry component will allow students to connect programs of study with potential employers and career paths.
Each February, a public campaign takes place to celebrate the value of Career and Technical Education and the achievements and accomplishments of CTE programs across the country.
As an added bonus, the Student Fair will partner with the CTE 4.0 Open House, STRONGER THAN EVER. Students will be given information regarding scholarships, clubs, and leadership opportunities that are on campus.
Click here to check out the MCC CTE Booklet
For more information about the CTE Open House, please visit this website.
A Woman Who Has Something to Say, "Education"
Lecture Series # 2 with Rod Golden & Dr. Iaesa Wright
February 24 | 12:00-1:30 pm | SC-16 (Southern/Dobson campus)
This is a continuation to Lecture Series # 1 with Dr. Iaesa Wright.
Regarding her life of teaching in the Medical Field, her Pedagogy in the classroom, her Life Altering Decision, and being a "Dignified Woman" in the workplace.
Game Night with ASMCC
Monday, February 28 | 4:00-6:00 pm | Student Lounge at RM
ASMCC Student Government at Red Mountain is hosting a GAME NIGHT in the Student Lounge, and you're invited! The Student Lounge is located in Mesquite 210.
There will be a variety of games available--board games, card games, and video game. We have a PS4, X-Box 360, and a Wii. Feel free to bring your own games to play!
*Free pizza & drinks*
Take a break, meet new friends & have fun! We hope to see you there!
Please contact ASMCC Vice President of Red Mountain, Nicolette Beaulieu with any questions.
*This is an approved Honors Co-Curricular event.
N7 Thunderbird Softball Game
Tuesday, March 1 | 1:00 pm | MCC Softball Field
Save the date and come cheer on your lady Thunderbirds at the annual N7 Softball Game against Scottsdale's Fighting Artichokes. The game will take place at MCC's softball field (Dobson Campus). N7 Tribal Recognition gear available for those in attendance
Band and Orchestra Concert
March 1 | 7 pm | MCC Performing Arts Center
Join us for a night of beautiful music with Community, Concert Band and Orchestra. Click here for more info or to buy tickets.
Jazz Combo-Free Lobby Concert
March 3 | 12 pm | MCC Performing Arts Center
The Free Lobby Performance Concerts are back. Enjoy an afternoon listening to Jazz Music at the Performing Arts Center. Click here for more info or to RSVP.
Desert Echoes Flute Concert
March 5 | 7:30 pm | MCC Performing Arts Center
Desert Echoes Flute Project is Arizona's premier flute ensemble. For more information or to buy tickets, click this link.
We Care Wednesday
Wednesday, March 2 | 10:00 am-12:00 pm | Southern & Dobson Campus
The next We Care Wednesday drive through produce distribution is taking place at the SOUTHERN & DOBSON campus on Wednesday, Mar 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 March 16 (although scheduled during Spring Break, it will still happen).
Pizza with the Prez at RM
Thursday, March 3 | 11:30-12:30 pm | M200 at Red Mountain
HEY STUDENTS---YOU'RE INVITED!
College President, Dr. Lori Berquam invites you to join her for pizza and conversation. Dr. Berquam wants to hear from students about their experiences at MCC--thoughts, feedback, concerns. It's all important! Please join us, and have your voice heard.
There will be an additional opportunity to have lunch with Dr. Berquam at the Southern & Dobson campus on April 8.
*This is an approved Honors Co-Curricular event.
Philosophy Club Meeting
Thursday, March 3 | 1:30-2:30 pm | BP-3N at Southern & Dobson
UPCOMING MEETING TOPIC: What is Critical Race Theory and Should it be Taught in K-12 Schools? Let's discuss it!
The MCC Philosophy Club meets on the first and third Thursdays of each month from 1:30-2:30 pm in BP-3N. Click here to sign up for the Philosophy Club.
Friendly Colors Painting Party
Thursday, March 3 | 4:30-7:30 pm
Navajo Room at Southern/Dobson
You're invited to join the Friendly Colors Club for a night of painting and fun! We provide the canvas, paint, and food. Learn about our club and hangout!
For questions or accommodations, please call 480-461-7291 or email Erick.
Interested in joining Friendly Colors? Click this link to sign up to receive club information.
Envision Your Future Today
2/23/22 | 12-1 pm | Link
Speaker: Kimberly Miner
No matter where you are right now – whether it's lack of confidence, major life adversity, lack of worth, or self – esteem in thinking you are incapable. I’ve been there…… It’s allowing yourself to have faith and stepping forward into the unknown that’s where the opportunities are created.
Click here for the event flyer
Sex Trafficking: Modern Day Slavery
3/2/22 | 12-1 pm | Link
Speaker: Honorable Sheila Polk, Yavapai County Attorney
Sex trafficking is a form of modern-day slavery where criminals profit by controlling and forcing others – including minors - to perform sex acts for profit. Learn about this disturbing crime and the red flags associated with victims of sex trafficking.
Click here for the event flyer
How to Vote Informed in 2022
Speaker: Avery D. Xola, Voter Education Specialist
Avery is responsible for educating the citizens of Arizona on the electoral process. Additionally, Avery creates educational materials for the public and works in conjunction with the web content manager to ensure that correct information is promulgated.
Click here for the event flyer
Study Abroad with MCC
Study Abroad Information Sessions (virtual): Fridays from 1:00-1:50 pm
Feb 18, Feb 25 |LINK to join the sessions.
MCC is excited to announce the return of many of our study abroad programs for Summer of 2022!
Programs are open to all MCCCD students and community members, 18 years of age and above.
Summer short term faculty-led programs offer MCC classes taught abroad. Discover your world by partaking in a life-changing academic experience that will have a profound effect on your personal and professional future! Programs, courses, and cultural excursions may vary from year to year.
For information on all Study Abroad programs, application, scholarship and payment information, courses available and more, please visit the Study Abroad website, or check out this video.
See below for the programs available in Summer 2022, and click on the name of the country for more information.
*Deadline to apply for all programs is MARCH 4, 2022. Scholarship Deadline: MARCH 11.
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.
Drop in classes available at Red Mountain, Monday-Thursday. Visit the RM Fitness Center for a full schedule.
Fall 2022 Foundation General Scholarship Application
The Fall 2022 Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation General Scholarship application will open on March 1. One application=hundreds of scholarship opportunities! Deadline to apply is April 30. Students should apply via the NextGen Portal. CLICK HERE for flyer with more information.
Nina Mason Pulliam Legacy Scholarship
The Nina Scholars program provides financial opportunities for Maricopa Community Colleges students who would not normally receive traditional academic scholarships. This is your chance to apply for the Maricopa Community Colleges Nina Mason Pulliam Legacy Scholars program, which is accepting applications through Tuesday, March 1, 2022.
John Ohl Memorial Scholarship
Dr. Ohl was a faculty member in the History department for more than 30 years. He prized academic excellence and modeled it in his classroom. The deadline to apply for this $1000 scholarship is 3/11/22. Click here to apply.
Smiles Wanted! Free Dental Screenings
MCC Dental Hygiene students provide free and reduced price treatments to students and the community.
MCC students can receive preventative services at NO CHARGE or receive therapeutic services at a 50% fee. Community members may also visit the Dental Hygiene clinic for low cost cleanings, X-Rays and other services.
ASDOH will process dental insurance and refund overpayments
Located at AZ School of Dentistry & Oral Health Clinic (5855 E. Still Circle).
Appointments available Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays from 5:30-8:30 pm
Call or text 480-269-6656 or 602-899-5783 to schedule your appointment!
Thanks for helping our Dental Hygiene students get the training they need to graduate!
VITA Tax Preparation
Mesa Community College is one of several sites in Mesa and Chandler that assists with tax preparation for those with income under $58,000 in 2021. The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program is available from January 29-April 14 for free tax preparation.
*Limitations apply, please see this link for more information on locations, dates and times, what to bring, who qualifies, and more.
MCC dates/times:
MCC-Southern & Dobson campus: Located in SC22, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6-9 pm (Closed 3/15 and 3/17) and Saturdays, 9 am-1 pm (closed 3/19). Appointments preferred, click here to schedule.
MCC-Red Mountain campus: Located in Acacia Village, Mondays, 6-9 pm (Closed 2/21 and 3/14) and Saturdays, 9 am-1 pm (closed 3/19). Appointments preferred, click here to schedule.
Click here for more information!
Thunderbirds Read Book Club
Join us for Book Club 2022!
The MCC Library is partnering with the Counseling Department to host the Thunderbirds Read Book Club. We will be reading The Midnight Library by Matt Haig, while exploring regrets, choices, mental well-being, and living a fulfilled Life.
For more information, visit www.mesacc.edu/library/book-club, or click here for the Book Club flyer. First meetings: 3/22 from 1-2 pm at Red Mountain and 3/23 from 1-2 pm at Southern/Dobson. See chart for addition dates.
The MCC Library hosts Thunderbirds Read Book Club to promote literacy, create community, and facilitate conversation and engagement around social issues. Book Club activities strengthen literacy through shared reading while providing participants a chance to interact and converse in social settings. In order to provide an enriching and universal experience, meetings are hosted at each campus where students, college employees, and community members are all invited to participate.
Questions? Contact Marjorie Leta: Marjorie.Leta@mesacc.edu
TRIO Student Support Services
TRIO Student Support Services is working to help students succeed!
TRIO is a federally funded program that provides academic and social support to students with an academic need and that are first generation, low income, foster youth or students that have a documented disability. Our services include:
Academic Advising
Tutoring
Peer Coaching
Success Workshops
Cultural Experiences
To apply for the TRIO Program, click here.
Learning Enhancement Center
The Learning Enhancement Center provides the following services free to Mesa Community College students:
One-on-one and group tutoring with professional and peer tutors
On-demand tutoring (online service)
Computer-assisted instruction
Comfortable settings for study groups to meet
The Learning Enhancement Center offers free tutoring in most academic subjects and provides other services to support learning and teaching college-wide.
For more information, including hours and locations, please visit the Learning Enhancement Center website.
Be sure to take advantage of this important service!
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 : Mar 2, Apr 6, May 4
Red Mountain Dates : 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.
Student Government started with only two officers last summer and after a semester of rebuilding from the ground up, we now have a full executive board. Stay tuned for resources and events put on by Student Government. We are here for YOU! More activity on our social medias coming soon!
Meet ASMCC: Your Student Government
YOUR 2021-2022 Student Government
Vicente Ortiz: President
Shineka Clay: Executive Vice President and Senate Chair
Nicolette Beaulieu: VP of Red Mountain
Justin "JB" Berrios: VP of Operations
Galya Ochoa: VP of Communication
You can visit the ASMCC offices in the Kirk Student Center at Southern & Dobson or in Mesquite 210 at Red Mountain. Stop by and meet the team!
