The T-Bird Times is a digital newsletter, which is published on the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month by the Office of Student Life & Leadership. If you'd like to have your event or announcement included, please click this button to be directed to a Google Form.
Congratulations ASMCC Presidents!
Last week, MCC students voted for the ASMCC Student Government Presidents for the 2022-23 academic year.
Allen Priyanshu was elected President of Southern & Dobson
Micayla Berglund was elected President of Red Mountain
These two amazing student leaders will be working over the summer to build their teams and preparing to do great things in 2022-23! If you're interested in getting involved with ASMCC, please reach out to Student Life and we'll put you in touch with our ASMCC Presidents. Stop by Student Life in KSC 35S at the SoDo campus or M210 at Red Mountain for more info.
Congratulations to Allen and Micayla, and best of luck in your new roles! Thanks for being champions for Mesa Community College!
Click here to learn more about ASMCC Student Government
Library Book Sale
April 18-22
The MCC Library is holding it's annual book sale during the week of April 18-22. Nearly everything is prices at only $1! Bring cash!
For more information, contact the staff in the Library.
Blood Drive
April 19 & 20 | 10 am-2 pm
Student Lounge
Schedule your appointment at www.bloodhero.com using blood drive code MCC. There is a critical shortage of blood in our community. Donate and help save a life!
Vitalant Blood Services will be set up in the Student Lounge at the Southern/Dobson campus.
We Care Wednesday
Wednesday, April 20 | 10:00 am-12:00 pm | Red Mountain Campus
The next We Care Wednesday drive through produce distribution is taking place at the RED MOUNTAIN campus on Wednesday, April 20. It will take place from 10 am-12 pm. This is free and open to the public! *Food available while supplies last.
Enter campus on Red Mountain Way off of McKellips 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 Southern/Dobson campus is happening on May 4 (which will be the last distribution at Southern/Dobson until September).
Enrollment Day at Red
Wed, April 20 | 11 am-3 pm | Saguaro Mall (RM)
MCC Advisors will be holding an Enrollment event at the Red Mountain campus where you can drop in to get personalized class options, program information, meet with an advisor and find out information about resources on campus.
Have a few minutes to spare? Stop by and get some help registering for your fall classes!
Enrollment Days will be held at the Southern & Dobson campus on May 2-3.
MCC Library Survey
The MCC Libraries are conducting a Library User Survey and we need student input! Click this link to submit your feedback: https://tinyurl.com/MCClibsurvey
The survey opens on April 4th and closes April 22nd. Anyone 18 or older who has used the MCC Libraries or our resources is eligible to participate in this voluntary, anonymous survey. Your responses will help shape the future of MCC Libraries, including library services and resources, hours of operation and study spaces.
Thank you for your feedback!
Geology Club Astronomy Night
Thursday, April 21 at 4:30 pm at the MCC Planetarium
Join us to watch an amazing short film (23 min), learn about geologic processes on Mars and view some really cool rocks from our geology department after the show!
Philosophy Club Meeting
Thursday, April 21 | 1:30 pm | BP3N at So/Do campus
Should we get money out of politics? Let's discuss it!
All are welcome to join us for the MCC Philosophy Club meetings.
There will be activities for children led by EdRising and other student clubs from 6:00-7:30 PM. The movie will start at 7:30 PM. The Queso Good Food Truck will be serving food throughout the evening, and Student Life and Leadership will be serving up their famous popcorn.
Encanto Outdoor Movie Night
Friday, April 22 | Movie begins at 7:30 pm
Load up your lawn chairs and bring your family to MCC for a FREE outdoor movie night!
EdRising (Education Studies student club) and Student Life & Leadership invite you to join us for an outdoor movie night on Friday, April 22, on the Theater Lawn at the Southern & Dobson campus. We will be watching Disney's Encanto.
This event is FREE and open to the community. Please help us spread the word!
Civic Action Hour - This workshop series happens on Wednesdays from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm. You can view the weekly student engagement series on the Center for Community & Civic Engagement Website: https://www.mesacc.edu/community-civic-engagement/events-opportunities/civic-action-hour.
Speaker: Ashley Weisman, Executive Director, GreenLight Solutions Foundation
· Want to become more educated about sustainability and how it applies to your career? Join GreenLight Solutions to learn about the challenges and opportunities of sustainability. We will define sustainability concepts, discuss its strategic business benefits, and identify some global sustainability challenges, focusing on applicable, local solutions. You will learn how the sustainability perspective can support your professional development and make you better at your job - no matter your sector or job function.
· GreenLight Solutions is a 501(c)(3) educational nonprofit that helps students launch their careers and helps businesses go green. Since 2013, GreenLight Solutions has partnered 300+ students with 52 local businesses, implemented 62 sustainability projects, and contributed 32,000+ volunteer hours in our community. 51% of our alumni are female, 84% of our alumni are employed in STEM careers, and 90% of our alumni are employed or in graduate school.
Co-Curricular Type: Academic Involvement
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.
MPJE Jazz and MCC Jazz Ensemble Concert
MCC Performing Arts Center
April 19, 7:00 pm
Jazz Big Band Lovers! You won't want to miss this!
For more information or to buy tickets, click this link.
Creative Conversations
April 21 | 7:00 pm | MCC Performing Arts Center
Engaging dialogue between Shachi Kale & Swapna Das about their creative process, their journey, and the role identity plays in their work.
For more info or to purchase tickets, please visit this link.
Broadway Bound-Spring Concert
April 23 | 7:00 pm | MCC Performing Arts Center
Broadway Hit Revue featuring the students from the Broadway Solos Class. Proceeds go to benefit the Music Scholarship fund. For more information, click this link.
You Belong! Disability Awareness Celebration
Monday, April 25 | 10 am-1 pm | Clocktower Lawn (S/D)
Please join us on Monday, April 25 for the Disabilities Awareness Celebration at the Clock Tower from 10:00 am - 1:00 pm, Southern & Dobson campus.
Student Autumn Tsosie, MCC student leader in the Intertribal Student Association and American Indian Science and Engineering Society, has been coordinating the event, which will include speakers, entertainment, resources, and community agencies. Special performances by Cheyenne Academy Dance and student speaker Jaiden Heninger.
All are welcome to attend!
American Indian Institute
35th Anniversary Celebration
Wednesday, April 27 | 11:00 am-1:00 pm | Clocktower Lawn (S/D)
The American Indian Institute will be hosting its 35th Anniversary. This celebration will honor the founders of the American Indian Institute, along side student leaders, athletes and Native American staff & Faculty. There will be traditional dances, speakers, food and beverages.
Festivities include: Native blessing, traditional dances, flag honor song, recognition of founders, Native art, music, food, beverages.
Sign up here, tickets are limited! Free and open to the public
Thunderbird Dialogues
Wednesday, April 27 |12 pm | Student Lounge (S/D)
The students in Paul Harasha's Gender and Society will be leading the Thunderbird Dialogue discussions this semester. Please share the information below with students. Staff and faculty are invited to listen.
Topic: "iRelationships: How Social Media Morphs the Concept of Dating"
Contact Casiana.pascariu@mesacc.edu for more information.
Magic, Witchcraft, and Healing Conference
Friday, April 29 | 9 am-4 pm | Navajo Room (S/D)
Students in Casiana Pascariu ASB 214 Magic, Witchcraft and Healing classes will be presenting their final projects on Friday, April 29. We invite all students, faculty, and staff to attend to learn more about a variety of topics. Event schedule coming soon.
Live-Stream information available at: http://www.mesacc.edu/live
***Great last minute extra credit opportunity
ASB 214 class description: Origins, elements, and forms of religion; a comparative survey of religious beliefs, myths, rituals and symbolism including magic, witchcraft and healing as practiced in selected regions of the world.
Living Library at RM
Saturday, April 30 | 9:00 am-12:30 pm | Saguaro Building
The Living Library showcases humans as books, who engage in conversations with their readers as they tell their stories.
To learn more about the books available, please visit this link.
RSVP to attend the Living Library here.
This event is free and open to the public. Please encourage students to attend!
'Fuel for Finals' at Red Mountain
Save the Date! May 2-5 at Red Mountain
Can you believe we're nearing the end of the Spring 2022 semester? There's only a few weeks left of classes before final exams and summer!
There will be Fuel for Finals activities happening at Red Mountain the week of May 2, and at Southern/Dobson the week of May 9 (Finals week). So/Do details to come...
Monday: May 2 | 8:30 am until it's gone | Coffee & Doughnuts in the Student Lounge (M210)
Tuesday: May 3 | 10:30 am-1:00 pm | Nachos in the Student Lounge (M210)
Wednesday: May 4 | 10:00 am-11:30 am | Breakfast in the Student Lounge (thanks to College Administration!)
Thursday: May 5 | 10 am-4 pm | Ice Cream treats in the Student Lounge (M210)
ASMCC will also have "Finals Survival Kits" available for you!
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*
(*Red Mountain Mesa Market closes at 1 pm on Fridays)
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 : May 4
Red Mountain Dates : 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.
