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MCCC’s Accounting Program to Provide Free Income Tax Assistance

MONROE, Mich. – Monroe County Community College’s accounting program has partnered with the Internal Revenue Service to provide income tax assistance for low- to moderate-income taxpayers who generally earn $54,000 or less. Read Press Release

Tickets Available for Culinary Arts Program Buffets

MONROE, Mich. – Tickets are available for a number of Monroe County Community College’s upcoming gourmet buffets, which are prepared by the second-year culinary skills and management program students under the direction of Chef Kevin Thomas and Chef Vicki LaValle. Read Press Release

MCCC to Host Black History Month Events Series

MONROE, Mich. – Monroe County Community College is hosting numerous events in honor of Black History Month. All events are free and open to the public. Read Press Release

MCCC Robotics Team Heads to World Championships

MONROE, Mich. -- The Monroe County Community College robotics team has qualified for the upcoming VEX World Championship tournament in Louisville, Ky. April 26-28. Read Press Release

‘Show me the Money Day’ to be Held at MCCC

MONROE, Mich. – The Michigan State University Extension and the Habitat for Humanity Hope program, in conjunction with Monroe County Community College, will host “Show Me the Money Day” on Feb. 15 from 4-7 p.m. in the Dining Hall of the Audrey M. Warrick Student Services/Administration Building. Read Press Release

Crane Wives Show Rescheduled

MONROE, Mich. – The Crane Wives indie rock group performance originally slated for February 3 at 7:30 p.m. at the La-Z-Boy Center has be rescheduled for October at a date and time to be determined. Read Press Release

Students, Community Members Can Join Spring 2019 Study Abroad Trip; Info Meetings Set

MONROE, Mich. – A Study Abroad Program for MCCC students and community members has been scheduled for May of 2019 to the British Isles. Read Press Release

Submissions Being Accepted for MCCC's Annual Literary Magazine

MONROE, Mich. – Students and staff members at Monroe County Community College can submit original poetry, short stories, plays, creative non-fiction and artwork to be considered for inclusion in in the 2018 issue of the college's Images literary magazine, which will be published in April. Read Press Release

Classic Albums Live to Recreate Pink Floyd: 'The Wall' at MCCC

MONROE, Mich. – Classic Albums Live will recreate the magic of one of the most ambitious and controversial album projects of the 1970s, Pink Floyd’s “The Wall” on Saturday, Jan. 20 at 7:30 p.m. at Monroe County Community College’s La-Z-Boy Center, Meyer Theater. Read Press Release

Community Members Invited to Planning Session on MCCC’s Mission, Vision and Values

MONROE, Mich. – Monroe County Community College is conducting a comprehensive review of its mission, vision and values, and community members are invited to participate in an evening planning session on the topic on Wednesday, January 24 from 5-7 p.m. Read Press Release

MCCC Receives Grant From Nexus To Fund Additional Equipment For Welding Program

MONROE, Mich. – Monroe County Community College welding technology students will benefit from equipment purchased with a $50,000 donation from NEXUS Gas Transmission. Read Press Release

Adrian Symphony to Perform Holiday Favorites at MCCC’s La-Z-Boy Center

MONROE, Mich. – The Adrian Symphony, along with some of the region’s brightest singing talents, will swing into the holidays by performing seasonal favorites both new and old during a concert at Monroe County Community College’s La-Z-Boy Center on December 9 at 7:30 p.m. Read Press Release

Community Conversation on Athletics at MCCC Set for Dec. 4

MONROE, Mich. – On Dec. 4, Monroe County Community College President Dr. Kojo A. Quartey will host the first of a series of community conversations regarding the idea of bringing athletics back to Monroe County Community College. Read Press Release

Queen Nation to Perform Queen Tribute Show at MCCC

MONROE, Mich. – Queen Nation will perform the music of legendary rock band Queen during a tribute show at Monroe County Community College’s La-Z-Boy Center on Friday, Nov. 17 at 7:30 p.m. Read Press Release

MCCC Among Six Michigan Public Entities in Michigan Recognized as Leaders in Energy Efficiency

MCCC is among six Michigan public entities in Michigan that have been recognized as Leaders in Energy Efficiency by the Energy Services Coalition. Read Press Release

ESC Recognizes Michigan Facilities for Energy Efficiency

LANSING, MI – In recognition of significant energy efficiency investment and demonstrated energy cost savings at facilities throughout the state, Energy Services Coalition – Michigan Chapter (ESC) announced today six recipients of the Leaders in Energy Efficiency award. The honorees at the ESC’s Seventh Annual Awards event included Branch County, City of Grand Rapids, Monroe County Community College, Oakland University, Parchment School District and St. Ignace Area Schools. Read Press Release

‘Meet the Candidates’ Forum Scheduled for Nov. 1 at MCCC

MONROE, Mich. – On Nov. 1, Monroe County Community College will host a “Meet the Candidates Night” for individuals listed on the November 7 ballot who are running for City of Monroe offices. Read Press Release

The Foundation at MCCC Awards the Rose and Dr. Richard Walker Culinary Scholarship

MONROE, Mich. – The Foundation at Monroe County Community College has awarded the Rose and Dr. Richard Walker Culinary Scholarship to Kayla Boyer. The $850 scholarship is to be used for tuition, fees, books and supplies. Read Press Release

The Foundation at MCCC Awards the Dave Hartzell Culinary Scholarship

MONROE, Mich. – The Foundation at Monroe County Community College has awarded the Dave Hartzell Culinary Scholarship to Lexis Phalen. The $2,000 scholarship is to be used for tuition, fees and books. Read Press Release

The Foundation at MCCC Awards the Eugene and Helen Beach Culinary Arts Scholarship

MONROE, Mich. – The Foundation at Monroe County Community College has awarded the Eugene and Helen Beach Culinary Arts Scholarship to James McBride. The $1,000 scholarship is to be used for tuition, fees books, supplies and other education expenses. Read Press Release