Thursday, February 14, 2013
Emily Hunter will make a presentation on environmental issues at Montgomery County Community College.
Emily Hunter, the author of The Next Eco Warriors, will be giving a presentation at Montgomery County Community College on Feb. 25, according to a report in the Main Line Media News. The Next Eco Warriors is "A collection of inspiring and motivating first-person narratives." Hunter will discuss environmental concerns in the MCCC Science Center Theater in Blue Bell with a simulcast presentation on the Pottstown campus in the community room of South Hall on Monday, Feb. 25 at 12:30 p.m. Read the full article here or learn more on MCCC's website.
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
While the MCCC Mustangs mascot may still be looking for a name, it certainly found its place in the college’s school community.
An immediately recognizable face (not to mention mane, tail and hoofs) will now attend Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) sports games and special events. “We haven’t had a mascot before,” Bruce Bach, MCCC Athletic director, said. “He is a celebrity.” Debuting at the home opening game of the MCCC Mustangs Men’s Basketball team, Jan. 29, the MCCC mascot wasted no time pumping up fans and reaching out to the community. The mascot, a grinning white stallion, wears the colors and jersey of the college’s sports teams. While the mascot doesn’t yet boast a name, an MCCC spokesperson stated that the college community is currently being polled for what the name should be, and will soon have a processes to pick a name prior to the end of the…
West Campus, in Pottstown, to host dinner fundraiser.
Friday, February 1, 2013
Youth dance members from the Audubon YMCA STRONG program shared center court with Montgomery County Community College Dance Ensemble, including the ensemble's only male dancer, Lynell Vaughn of Pottstown.
At the Montgomery County Community College (MCCC) men’s basketball game Jan. 29, there was an energetic half-time dance performance. This performance was a particularly special treat for certain youth in attendance. However, these eight girls and one boy, ages 8 to 13, weren’t in the stands watching the show, rather, they were in it. “It was a chance of a lifetime,” Abreeyah Samuel, 10, said. “It felt good. It was a good opportunity.” Abreeyah is a student at the Eisenhower Science and Technology Leadership Academy in the Norristown Area School District. She is also enrolled in the STRONG (Striving to Reach Our Needs and Goals) program, a before-and-after-school enrichment program. STRONG, which caters exclusively to youth living in …
Thursday, December 27, 2012
The former Methacton School Board member takes his seat as one of Montgomery County Community College’s 15 board trustees.
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Thursday, December 27, 2012
According to the Intelligencer, State Sen. John Rafferty, Jr. (R-44) has become a trustee of Montgomery County Community College (MCCC). Rafferty, a former Methacton School Board member, as well as a former member of Montgomery County’s board of assessment appeals, was appointed by the county commissioners last week. “John Rafferty is an outstanding state legislator and someone who cares deeply about the community college,” Josh Shapiro, county commissioner chairman, told the Intelligencer. Rafferty, whose 44th district includes parts of Montgomery, Chester and Berks counties, was appointed one of two new members on the 15-member MCCC board of trustees. --- For the full story, visit www.phillyburbs.com ---
Monday, November 5, 2012
President Bill Clinton held a rally in Blue Bell, less than 24 hours before the polls open to vote for President of the United States.
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Monday, November 5, 2012
With less than 24 hours until the polls open in Pennsylvania, former President Bill Clinton stopped at Montgomery County Community College in Blue Bell to rally Democratic voters. Montgomery County Commissioner Josh Shapiro, Congresswoman Allyson Schwartz, as well as Congressional candidates George Badey and Kathy Boockvar preceded Clinton at the rostrum. Read the full story here.
Wednesday, September 26, 2012
The community college opened a new parking lot this fall, exclusively for carpoolers and energy-efficient vehicles.
Montgomery County Community College has opened its green parking lot at Central Campus, exclusively for students, faculty and staff who either carpool or drive an energy-efficient vehicle. Drivers can apply for a permit to the 185-space lot, as long as they plan to carpool or drive an approved vehicle – any electric and hybrid vehicles and conventional vehicles which have earned an EPA rating of 27 mpg city and highway combined (or higher). The green parking lot, located next to the Advanced Technology Center, includes 10 charging stations for electric vehicles, LED lighting, a subsurface infiltration system to reduce stormwater runoff, rain gardens and vegetated swales with check dams, rather than piping, to slow stormwater runoff.
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Thursday, September 6, 2012
The career fairs are free of charge and are open to the public, and will feature up to 15 area businesses and organizations that are looking to recruit for part-time, full-time, temporary and seasonal employment, as well as for internships.
Editor's note: The following post is a press release from Alana Mauger at Montgomery County Community College. Aug. 27, 2012, Blue Bell/Pottstown, Pa.— Montgomery County Community College will hold career fairs at both its Central Campus in Blue Bell and West Campus in Pottstown this fall. The career fairs are free of charge and are open to the public, and will feature up to 15 area businesses and organizations that are looking to recruit for part-time, full-time, temporary and seasonal employment, as well as for internships. At the Central Campus, 340 DeKalb Pike, Blue Bell, career fairs will be held from 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. on Sept. 12, Oct. 9, Nov. 13 and Dec. 5. The fairs will be held in the Parkhouse Hall Atrium with the exception of…
Monday, August 27, 2012
Manufacturing cannot come back in Pa. without skilled employees to fill those jobs
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Monday, August 27, 2012
By Dr. Karen A. Stout, President, Montgomery County Community College (MCCC), Dr. David Brookstein, Dean of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics, MCCC, and Suzanne Holloman, Dean of Workforce Development & Continuing Education, MCCC Until its decline in the 1970s, manufacturing was the cornerstone on which Pennsylvania’s economy was built. Last week, Governor Corbett’s Manufacturing Advisory Council outlined recommendations by which the Commonwealth can once again emerge as a leader in the manufacturing industry. Education and training will play a key role in bringing this “manufacturing renaissance” to fruition. According to the council’s report, 82 percent of manufacturers nationwide perceive a serious to moderate skill gap in…
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Friday, August 24, 2012
GVF will honor several local organizations for their efforts in promoting and implementing commuting alternatives.
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Friday, August 24, 2012
The Greater Valley Forge Transportation Management Association, GVF, a nonprofit created to "advocate and promote a viable transportation network for the region's economic vitality," will host its Fall Sustainability Breakfast Sept. 10 at the Radisson Hotel in King of Prussia. This year's keynote speaker is Leonard Bonacci, Vice President of Event Services and Event Operations for the Philadelphia Eagles. Bonacci will discuss the importance of investing in green initiatives. GVF will also recognize 17 companies and organizations with the GVF Sustainable Awards. Since 2010, GVF has recognized 25 partners, representing 37,000 employees, for their outstanding achievements in implementing programs that provide and promote commuting …
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Tracy Kaiser-Goebel
11:44 am on Friday, February 8, 2013
That is a wrong-headed and ignorant comment, Phillip. If you attended the home basketball games, for example, you would see that there are many more than 3 people in the stands. more ›