Coming Events

Student Restaurant Opens Today for Lunch

The MCCC student restaurant opens today for Monday lunches through May 13. The International Café will serve cuisines from around the world, beginning with Israeli specialties today and featuring changing menus. The Grinning Bobcat restaurant will serve Wednesday lunch on three dates: March 27, April 10 and April 17. See the menus and purchase tickets online here. Tickets for faculty and staff are just $10. (Monday evening dinners at The Viking Cafe are already sold out for the semester!)

Visual Arts Student Exhibition Opens Today at Gallery; Reception Is March 27

A treat for the eye awaits as The Gallery at Mercer hosts the "2019 Visual Arts Student Art Exhibition," opening today, March 25, and on display through Thursday, April 25. All are invited to attend the opening reception on March 27 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. The show features the best work by MCCC students studying Fine Arts, Advertising and Graphic Design, Digital Arts, Photography and Sculpture. Gallery hours are Mondays through Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., with Wednesday hours extended until 7 p.m. Read more here.

MCCC Invites All to Participate in 'Kindness Rocks Project' March 27

MCCC's Counseling Services office is teaming up with Student Life and Leadership for the launch of Mercer's “Kindness Rocks Project” on Wednesday, March 27. Students, staff and faculty are invited to stop by SC104 in the Student Center between 11:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m., where they will have a chance to paint a rock with an inspiring word or kind message. According to Senior Counselor Dorothy Gasparro, the goal is to spread kindness and uplifting thoughts that just might make a person’s day, help them move forward, get out of the funk – whatever is needed in the moment. "We all have those days when we just need a hug…or in this case a rock!,” Gasparro says. See the flyer here.

Holocaust Center Hosts Discussion on Genocide and Tourism March 28

On Thursday, March 28, the Holocaust, Genocide and Human Rights Education Center invites all to an intriguing roundtable discussion entitled "Genocide and Tourism." Notes Holocaust Center Co-chair Craig Coenen: "Genocide witness sites such as the Auschwitz Memorial and Museum and Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum in Cambodia have gone a long way to educating millions about the horrors of genocide. But as these sites and others attract more visitors each year, small businesses and large corporations capitalize on this growing interest. How much is too much and how can the solemnity of these places be retained when confronted with this increasing dark tourism?" The discussion begins at noon in the Holocaust Center, located next to the bookstore. See the full calendar of spring events here.

Student Life Office Hosts 'Blingo Bingo' for Worthy Causes March 28

The Student Life and Leadership Office hosts "Blingo Bingo" on Thursday, March 28 from 6 to 9 p.m. in the Student Center cafeteria. Tickets are $20 and must be purchased in advance in SC111. Among the prizes is Lia Sophia jewelry; there will also be a 50/50 and Tricky Tray items donated by area businesses. Refreshments will be served. A portion of the proceeds goes to the Lymphoma Foundation and Womanspace in honor of Women's History Month. To learn more, email garrubad@mccc.edu.

'Journey Into Broadway' to Make Musical Magic at Kelsey March 29 to 31

Pierrot Productions' "Journey Into Broadway" is a late addition to the Kelsey Theatre schedule (due to the cancellation of "The Sound of Music"). This musical revue will feature a dazzling selection of Broadway's most moving and famous songs, featuring a cast of fan-favorite Kelsey actors. There are just four shows over one weekend, so get your tickets soon and be ready to enjoy Broadway's and Kelsey's very best! Read more here.

Spring Transfer Day Is April 9

Encourage your students to think about their life after Mercer. The Transfer and Career Services office hosts its Spring Transfer Day on Tuesday, April 9, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., on the second floor of the Student Center. Approximately 50 four-year schools will be represented.

Opioid Epidemic in Mercer County Is Lecture Topic April 9

"Combating the Opioid Epidemic: The Overdose Prevention Act and Narcan” is the subject of a lecture by Kathleen Petrucci, Chief of the Special Investigations Unit/Mercer County Narcotics Task Force, at noon on Tuesday, April 9 in the Communications Building, Room 110. Read more here.

Career Fair Is April 10 in Student Center

Students seeking employment will have an opportunity to meet with close to 20 local employers who are interested in hiring MCCC students for full- and part-time jobs, as well as internships. Sponsored by Career Services, the event takes place Wednesday, April 10, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., in the WWC Student Center. Students should be prepared with an introduction, bring their resumes and dress appropriately for success! For more information, call ext. 3397.

‘Explore Mercer’ at MCCC Open House April 10

Share the news with relatives, neighbors and friends. MCCC hosts its "Explore Mercer" Open House for prospective students, their parents, and adults interested in enhancing their job skills on Wednesday, April 10, from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Student Center on tthe West Windsor Campus. Faculty, staff, and students will be available to provide information about Mercer’s 70 degree programs and 30 certificate programs. Visitors will also get information about financial aid, special services, and more. Read about it here.

'Jack and the Beanstalk' Comes to Kelsey Theatre April 13

When a poor boy trades the family cow for three magical beans, he gets way more than he bargained for! Virginia Rep on Tour presents the fairytale classic “Jack and the Beanstalk” at MCCC's Kelsey Theatre Saturday, April 13 at 2 and 4 p.m. Read more here.

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Current News

March 28 Is Scholarship Application Deadline for Graduating Students

Encourage your graduating students to apply for scholarships that will help them with expenses at their transfer schools. Applications will be accepted through Thursday, March 28. Fall scholarship applications for continuing and new students will be accepted through May 31. NEW scholarships have been added this year. More information about the AwardSpring application process is available here; the application web address is www.mccc.edu/apply4awards. See the brochure for current students here and for high school students here.

Vikings Baseball to Play BlueClaws in Exhibition Game April 2

The MCCC baseball team will be visiting the Lakewood BlueClaws, a Single A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies, to play an exhibition game on Tuesday, April 2. The BlueClaws are hosting the Vikings at their home stadium, the FirstEnergy Park, located at 2 Stadium Way, Lakewood, NJ 08701. The game features free general admission seating and will begin at 6:30 p.m., with the gates opening at 6 p.m. Come on out for a night of baseball featuring our very own student athletes. Read the article here.

Discounted Tickets for Scholarship Gala Available Through March 29

We are less than two weeks away from the MCCC Foundation's premier scholarship fundraiser, "Spring Into Student Success." You and your guest can still get discounted tickets for the big event through Friday, March 29. (Faculty and staff tickets are $150, a $75 discount.) With a theme of "A Night in Old Havana," the gala will be held on Friday, April 5, 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. at The Stone Terrace in Hamilton. The night includes a formal dinner, hors d’oeuvres, open bar, coffee and desserts, live music by the Renaissance Orchestra, and a silent auction. To purchase tickets, visit the MCCC Foundation’s secure webpage here. (Scroll down for special employee discount tickets). Or, you can purchase your tickets by contacting Radhika Jaisimha at jaisimhr@mccc.edu or ext. 3607. Read about our SISS honorees here.

Meet Spring Into Student Success Student Speaker Cindy Treyger

Aviation Flight Technology student Cindy Treyger is pursuing a dream long deferred. She has been guided by supportive faculty members and skilled flight instructors, and by scholarships that have eased her financial burden. She will share her inspiring story at the Foundation's Spring Into Student Success gala, which takes place Friday, April 5 at The Stone Terrace in Hamilton. Read more abouyt her here.

More Awards for MCCC's Student Newspaper

The awards just keep on coming for MCCC's student newspaper, The College VOICE. After receiving three finalist awards two weeks ago from the Society of Professional Journalists, the VOICE staff got more good news last week.The staff of The VOICE won 17 awards from the New Jersey Collegiate Press Association competition, surpassing their previous record of 16 from last year. The awards include the top honor of General Excellence in the two-year college division, as well as Best Overall Website. See the full list of awards here. Congrats to our amazing reporters!

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Reminders

March 27: Health Professions Info Session. Current and prospective students interested in learning about health profession degree programs, requirements, employment opportunities, career paths, the application process, and more can do so at information sessions on Wednesday, March 27 at noon in MS172 and Thursday, April 11 at 5 p.m. in MS172. Questions? Contact Cindy Matyas at ext. 3596 or matyasc@mccc.edu.

April 10: Wawa Leadership Program Info Session. Are your students interested in pursuing a career in management? Wawa is accepting applicants for its College Graduate Leadership Program and will hold an information session on Wednesday, April 10, starting at 10 a.m. in SC201. Wawa representatives will be available from 10 to 11 a.m. for a meet-and-greet and for resume assistance, with a leadership program presentation from noon to 1 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Advance registration is required. Call ext. 3530, email at thomasl@mccc.edu, or visit SC201. Students are asked to bring a resume.

Through April 10: Tax Prep Assistance. MCCC, in cooperation with United Way of Greater Mercer County and the IRS Voluntary Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, continues to offer free tax return preparation on Wednesdays through April 10 in SC104, 2 to 6 p.m. See the flyer here.

Tee Up For MCCC Golf League! Employees, regardless of level of play, are invited to join the MCCC Golf League. The league meets at the Princeton Country Club and many other courses, playing nine holes of golf each week from April through September, culminating with an end-of-year tournament and banquet. The league plays on Wednesdays, with tee times at 4 and 4:30 p.m. League members unable to play at those times can play other days and times, provided at least one other league member plays in the round. There is a $50 league registration fee; greens fee for the weekly Wednesday tee time at Princeton Country Club are $14. Contact Bill Peroni at ext. 3219 or peroniw@mccc.edu, or Jason Taylor at taylorj@mccc.edu or ext. 3214.

Training and Development Calendar on M-Link. From Monise Princilus, Executive Director of Human Resources and Compliance: As part of our Strategic Plan, the college committed to investing in organizational and professional effectiveness, and we are continually looking for ways to maximize our internal resources to bring you opportunities for training and development. A new Training and Development Calendar has been created. To view, click here. If you see any course that interests you, please register. More courses will be added as they become available.

Through Summer: Camp Registration Underway. From June 17 through Aug. 16, MCCC will once again open its West Windsor Campus to children and teens ages 6 to 17. Registration is currently under way for a diverse list of camp and workshop offerings designed to pique the interests of just about every child. Read more here.

Exercise Classes for Spring: Yoga classes are held on Mondays from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in PE225 and on Wednesdays, from noon to 1 p.m. in the gym. Zumba classes are on Tuesdays from noon to 1 p.m. in the gym. Presented by Student Life and Leadership, classes are free and open to both students and staff.

Continue to Spread the Word about Free Tuition Through New State Program (CCOG). Employees are asked to continue to spread the word to family and friends about the state's new Community College Opportunity Grant (CCOG). Also consider passing this information along to churches and community organizations for their newsletters, announcements, and information racks. Hard copies of the flyer are available in the AD Executive Suite, at the Information Desk at the JKC Student Commons, and at the Admissions and Financial Aid suites in the Student Center. Or, copies can be printed by clicking here. More information about CCOG is available by calling (609) 570-3795, e-mailing admiss@mccc.edu, or by visiting http://www.mccc.edu/free.

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Mercer in the News This Week

Broadway World

MCCC's Kelsey Theatre Presents JOURNEY INTO BROADWAY

JACK AND THE BEANSTALK Comes to Kelsey April 13

CentralJersey.com

‘Sunset Boulevard’ ready for its close-up at Kelsey Theatre

Early Music Festival comes to Grounds For Sculpture on March 24

CommunityNews.org

‘Sunset Boulevard’ is ready for a close-up at MCCC’s Kelsey Theatre

Lakewood BlueClaws News

BlueClaws to Host Mercer County CC in Exhibition Game on April 2nd

MyCentralJersey.com

New Zealand shooting: Interfaith gathering honors victims

New Jersey Stage

MCCC Gallery to Host ‘Visual Arts Student Exhibition’ March 25 - April 25

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