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MCC recognizes instructors for their achievements 2020
Two Montcalm Community College instructors were honored during the college’s 52nd Annual Commencement ceremony on May 3 in the gymnasium on the college’s Sidney campus. Board of Trustees’ Chairperson Karen Carbonelli presented awards to on…
MCC honors 19 nursing students
Montcalm Community College recognized 19 nursing students during a May 2 pinning ceremony in the Activities Building gymnasium on the college’s Sidney campus. The students all were honored for completion of their Associate of Applied Scienc…
‘I can’t remember not wanting to teach’
Michelle Gibson can’t remember a time when she didn’t want to be a teacher. For more than 20 years, Gibson has brought science to life as a Biology Instructor at Montcalm Community College, but she has been teaching for much longer than th…
Textbook alternatives
In some Montcalm Community College classes, the need for students to purchase textbooks is being replaced with open access, high-level resources that are free for students to use. Open Educational Resources (OER) are high-quality teaching,…
Dreamin's Free essay contest winners
Six students were honored April 11 for their essays in MCC's Dreamin's Free contest. The winning essay was written by Ethan Hetherington, of Edmore. He received a $200 cash prize. Second place was awarded to Alison Skogseth, of Greenville, …
MCC hosts April 17 Greenhouse Open House
Explore how “Water Works” during a Greenhouse Open House April 17 from 2:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the Greenhouse on Montcalm Community College’s Sidney campus. Community members may learn about plants with unique water needs; view hydroponic gro…
Baskets are blooming
If you’re “Hotter Than You Pink,” the Montcalm Community College Ag Club can set you up with a “Marvelous Treasure” or “Caribbean Cocktail” just in time for spring. The group is busy getting 500 hanging baskets ready for its second annual …
MCC Board approves hiring a presidential search firm
During their April 9 meeting, members of the Montcalm Community College Board of Trustees unanimously approved a motion to contract Gold Hill Associates to lead its presidential search. With nearly 30 years’ experience, the Mississippi-bas…