Middlesex Community College

October 2020

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All events are virtual, and relevant links will be sent upon registration unless otherwise noted.
If a link to join is not provided below, check NewsCaster, the MCC app, and/or Engage.

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Virtual College Fair Prep Session
10/1 – 11am

Just because we are not on campus doesn't mean you can't attend a college fair. The National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC) is having virtual fairs on October 12^th and 18^th. Come to our Virtual College Fair Prep Session and learn how to make the most of your College Fair experience. For more information, please contact Jane Fain at fainj@middlesex.mass.edu or Nick Cloutier at cloutiern@middlesex.mass.edu.

 

Wellness Matters: Sleep, Diet, and Exercise
10/1 – 2pm

Taking care of our physical bodies is so important for our overall success in life.  Sleep, diet, and exercise are all connected directly to our energy levels, moods, quality of life, and ability to be productive and successful. Students are invited to share their own experiences and choices regarding sleep, diet, and exercise. Facilitated by Lynn Gregory (Wellness Counselor) and Jonathan Crockett (Coordinator of Essential Needs). For more information, please email crockettj@middlesex.mass.edu.    

 

World of Music Concert Series: Carmen Rodriguez-Peralta
10/2 – 7:30pm – Link to view

Fugues, elaborate musical puzzles, combined with preludes are the inspiration for this recital, during a time when everyone is captivated by puzzles. This program will include two sets of Preludes and Fugues in C Major by Johann Sebastian Bach and Larry Bell, Sonata in A flat Major, Op. 110 by Ludwig van Beethoven, Prelude from Pour le Piano by Claude Debussy and four Preludios Americanos by Alberto Ginastera.

MOM Mondays
10/5 – 10am – Link to register

The Moms of Middlesex are continuing MOM Mondays, a virtual space for student moms, hosted by Tiffany Laudano of the Multicultural Center and Linda Thiem of the Program for Asian American Student Advancement. For more information, please email imoffice@middlesex.mass.edu or PAASA@middlesex.mass.edu

FYE Bingo
10/5 – 1pm – Link to register

Part of our First Year Experience event series, students are invited to play bingo for a chance to win some great prizes and meet other students! For more information, please contact studentengagement@middlesex.mass.edu.

 

Voter Education Week: Get #PlanReady 
10/7 – 12pm

Join the Office of Civic and Service-Learning and MASSPIRG as we get #PlanReady for this election! We'll talk about the options for voting this year and how to make sure you are good to go, no matter how you choose to cast your vote! For more information, please contact civiclearning@middlesex.mass.edu

Visiting Writer Series – Lillian-Yvonne Bertram

10/7 – 12:30pm

Lillian-Yvonne Bertram has published four books of poetry, is a winner of the Noemi Press Poetry Prize and the Poetry Society of America Anna Rabinowitz Prize for interdisciplinary and venturesome work, and a finalist for the National Poetry Series. Their poetry, prose, and essays have appeared in Callaloo, Harvard Review, Black Warrior Review, Narrative Magazine, and elsewhere. They have received grants and fellowships from the NEA, the Massachusetts Council Cultural, Cave Canem, and others. Bertram is Director of the MFA in Creative Writing program at UMass Boston and also directs The Chautauqua Writers' Festival. For more information, please contact studentengagement@middlesex.mass.edu.

 

Semimonthly Wellbeing Series: Reiki
10/7 – 2pm – Link to register

This series provides information about different methods of wellness practices. Reiki is a hands on or distance healing modality that assists with reducing stress and supports the body with self-healing. The history, benefits, and types of Reiki will be discussed. Sponsored by the Veterans Resource Center.Registration is required. For questions, please contact Jessica A. Frost at frostja@middlesex.mass.edu.

 

Middlesex Community CollegeEngineering Seminar Series: Aida Baez
10/7 – 6pm – Link to register

Have you ever wondered what it was like to be a Structural Engineer or what do they do? Now’s your opportunity to learn all about it from Aida Baez in the comfort of your home. For more information, please email steinm@middlesex.mass.edu

 

MCC Career Development and Alumni Career Readiness Series
10/8 – 11am – Link to register

The focus of the series is to offer MCC alums, as well as current students and faculty, information on how a variety of industries are responding to the current challenges due to COVID-19. This event will focus on the hospitality industry. For more information, please contact careerservices@middlesex.mass.edu

 

Voter Education Week: Get #BallotReady
10/8 – 1pm-2pm – Link to register

There's more to the election than just the president! From the local and state officials that decide budgets for police, education and community centers, to the senators that might be confirming the next Supreme Court Justice, to the questions that will impact the future for generations to come, there's so much to think about! Join MASSPIRG and the Office of Civic and Service-Learning as we discuss what's on the ballot and discuss the issues! Passcode is on the MCC app and Engage. For more information, please contact civiclearning@middlesex.mass.edu

 

MCC Pride Pack Registration Deadline
10/9 – 4pm – Link to register

Middlesex Activities Council (MAC) is giving out limited number of FREE MCC pride packs including a stuff your own owl! We hope you will join us and take home this fun, do-it-yourself project and show your MCC Pride. Registration is required atbit.ly/MCCPride1020. Pick up times will be announced for the week of 10/12. For more information, please contact studentengagement@middlesex.mass.edu.

 

World of Music Concert Series: Lowell Threads: Mozart, Marshall, Nabors and Nakatani
10/9 – 7:30pm – Link to view

Lowell Threads showcases new composers woven into a program featuring a set of works by a famous composer. Members from the Lowell Chamber Orchestra will perform the four Flute Quartets by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, along with interludes by MCC faculty member Pamela Marshall, Yoko Nakatani, and Brian Raphael Nabors. Performers are MCC faculty member Orlando Cela, flute; Susanne Powers, violin; Peter Sulski, viola and Ariana Falk, cello.

 

NACAC Virtual College Fair
10/12 – 1-9pm – Link to register

Thinking about transferring?Here's your chance to hear firsthand from those-in-the-know at hundreds of colleges and universities nearby, across the country, and around the world. For more information, please contact Jane Fain at fainj@middlesex.mass.edu or Nick Cloutier at cloutiern@middlesex.mass.edu.

 

CEIA Virtual Career Fair
10/13 – 10am-7pm – Link to register

As a CEIA (Cooperative Education and Internship Association) member school, MCC students are able to participate in CEIA’s Virtual Career Fairs in 2020-2021. Participating employers are eager to hire students for internships, co-ops and full-time positions. Open to all MCC students and majors! For more information, please contact careerservices@middlesex.mass.edu. 

Resume Writing and Workforce Skills Panel
10/14 – 2pm – Link to register

A panel of representatives from Raytheon, the Department of Labor, and the Bedford VA will share insight on how students can use their resume to market themselves for civilian or federal careers. While the focus of this discussion will be geared toward veterans and military connected students, all MCC students are welcome and encouraged to attend. Topics will include: how veteran and military-connected students translate military skills to either a federal or civilian resume; what executive functioning skills are needed in the workforce (e.g. communication, teamwork, attitude, leadership and work ethic); what experiences and skills may be of value to employers. For more information, please contact careerservices@middlesex.mass.edu or frostja@middlesex.mass.edu.  

MAC Meeting
10/14 – 3pm – Email studentengagement@middlesex.mass.edu for link to join

Do you like planning events? Want to have a say in what events happen on our virtual campus? Join us to help plan events for all students to enjoy! For more information, please contact Emily Norton at studentengagement@middlesex.mass.edu.

 

Biotech Learn and Earn Info Session
10/14 – 4:30-6pm – Link to register

Want to make $18-20/hr working in the local biotech industry? The Biotech Learn and Earn Experience provides students with a year-long paid internship position at local biotech companies while completing your associate’s degree in biotechnology. This is a great opportunity to grow your career while completing your degree. Scholarships and funding are available. For more information, please contact Stefana Soitos at soitoss@middlesex.mass.edu.

Middlesex Community CollegeEngineering Seminar Series: Ermioni Karachaliou
10/14 – 6pm – Link to register

Have you ever wondered what it was like to be an Architectural Engineer or what do they do? Now’s your opportunity to learn all about it from Ermioni Karachaliou in the comfort of your home. For more information, please email steinm@middlesex.mass.edu

Credit 101: Managing your Credit Cards and Credit Score Responsibly
10/15 – 5pm – Link to register

Learn the benefits and risks of owning credit cards and the steps you need to take for building a strong credit score. For more information, please email FinancialWellness@middlesex.mass.edu.

NACAC Virtual College Fair
10/18 – 21-9pm – Link to register

Thinking about transferring?Here's your chance to hear firsthand from those-in-the-know at hundreds of colleges and universities nearby, across the country, and around the world. For more information, please contact Jane Fain at fainj@middlesex.mass.edu or Nick Cloutier at cloutiern@middlesex.mass.edu.

Up in the Air: Juggling Multiple Responsibilities Series: Planning for Projects and Assignments
10/19 – 2pm – Link to register

Trying to manage multiple projects and assignments with various deadlines but not sure how to figure it all out? Join us for tips and ideas on how you can organize your time to meet deadlines and possible get ahead of them. Sponsored by the Veterans Resource Center. Registration is required. For questions, please contact Jessica A. Frost at frostja@middlesex.mass.edu.

New England Transfer Association (NETA)Virtual Transfer Fair
10/20-10/22 – 11am-1pm and 4pm-6pm - Link to register

Colleges and Universities from throughout New England will be in attendance, and each day will focus on a different major/pathway. While you might not be able to attend all sessions, you will be able to access transfer fair content and direct contact information with admission representatives from each institution in attendance.

• October 20: Business and Health Programs
• October 21: Liberal Arts (Humanities & Social Sciences)
• October 22: STEM Programs

Diplomat in Residence Bill Gannon – Computer Science/IT Opportunities in the Federal Government
10/20 – 12pm – Link to register

Bill Gannon will be talking to students about Computer Science/IT career opportunities at the US Department of State.. All majors welcome. For more information, please contact careerservices@middlesex.mass.edu or frostja@middlesex.mass.edu.  

 

Virtual Scavenger Hunt
10/20 – 5pm – Link to register

Middlesex Activities Council (MAC) is hosting a Virtual Scavenger Hunt. Prizes will be awarded if enough students participate. For more information, please contact Emily Norton at studentengagement@middlesex.mass.edu.

 

Are You Vote Ready?
10/21 – 1pm-3pm

The deadline to register to vote in Massachusetts to participate in this election is 10/24! Join us on the 21st to make sure you’re are good to go with registration, a plan to vote, and the ballots! No pre-registration required. For more information, please contact civiclearning@middlesex.mass.edu

 

Semimonthly Wellbeing Series: Tai Chi
10/21 – 2pm –Link to register

Originating in China as a form of martial arts, Tai Chi consists of gentle, repetitive movements. The practices of Tai Chi may assist with an individual’s mental and physical health. A demonstration will be performed that participants my follow along with. Sponsored by the Veterans Resource Center.Registration is required. For questions, please contact Jessica A. Frost at frostja@middlesex.mass.edu.

 

Middlesex Community CollegeEngineering Seminar Series: Jennifer Morales
10/21 – 6pm – Link to register

Have you ever wondered what it was like to be a Biomedical Engineer or what do they do? Now’s your opportunity to learn all about it from Jennifer Morales in the comfort of your home. For more information, please email steinm@middlesex.mass.edu

 

Virtual College Fair – Coalition for College
10/21 and 10/22 – 7-10pm – Link to register

Join the Coalition for College group for a virtual college fair.The coalition is made up of more than 150 colleges and universities. Please register at the link above. You will need to create a MyCoalition account if you do not already have one. For more information, please contact Jane Fain at fainj@middlesex.mass.edu or Nick Cloutier at cloutiern@middlesex.mass.edu.

 

Ericka Gilchrist – “Leadership Isn’t a Title, It’s an Action”
10/26 – 12:30pm – Link to join

The nationally recognized Tea Time Speaker Series will present "Leadership is Not a Title, It’s an Action!" from national speaker Erika Gilchrist.  Students from across the United States such as California, North Carolina, and Massachusetts will participate in this dynamic leadership development for the emerging student leader. This presentation will include examples that reflect real-world life situations that are relevant in 2020.

Addressing Asian American Students’ Stress with Licensed Counseling Psychologist Dr. Marcia Liu
10/27, 2-4pm, Email PAASA@middlesex.mass.edu to join

Join the Program for Asian American Student Advancement (PAASA) in an interactive virtual workshop with an Asian American licensed counseling psychologist. Dr. Marcia Liu is currently working at Hunter College in NYC specializing in the mental health needs of Asian American Pacific Islander students. For more information, please contact Linda Thiem at thieml@middlesex.mass.edu.

 

Middlesex Community CollegeEngineering Seminar Series: Chris Ingemi
10/28 – 6pm – Link to register

Have you ever wondered what it was like to be a Structural Engineer or what do they do? Now’s your opportunity to learn all about it from Chris Ingemi in the comfort of your home. For more information, please email steinm@middlesex.mass.edu

 

World of Music Concert Series: Jérôme Mouffe, Guitar
10/30 – 7:30pm – Link to view

Belgian virtuoso guitarist Jérôme Mouffe will explore the reciprocal influences between music from the new and the old continents. From Agustin Barrios' Mazurka or Antonio Lauro's Waltzes to the flamenco Guajiras, this program will show how forms, genres, and musicians traveled thousands of miles to shape masterpieces of the guitar repertoire.