Middlesex Community College Spring Classes Begin On January 21

Press release from Middlesex Community College:

January 20, 2022

Middlesex Community College will begin the Spring 2022 semester on Friday, January 21, in person as originally scheduled.

“At MxCC, we have done an exemplary job of keeping our community safe while providing excellent services to our students. I am confident that, with the mitigation measures we have in place, we are in a good position to have another successful semester,” said Steve Minkler, MxCC CEO.

Middlesex classes will take place on campus in Middletown, at the satellite location at Platt High School in Meriden, and online.

Prospective and current students can still enroll and register for the spring semester. Please visit the college’s website to search for courses or to connect with an advisor.

Students can also attend (in person or virtually) a special Enroll-in-a-Day Event on January 22 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. to meet with an advisor, register for classes, and learn more about academic options and student activities. Additional virtual and in-person registration sessions take place through January 28.

Discover your potential at MxCC!

MxCC Computer Club Gives Out Laptops

Four deserving Middlesex students received a free laptop from the Computer Club. They are Clinton Dykas, Cindy Gaudenzi, Lady Navarro, and Myles Pratts. Last fall, they submitted essays which were ranked using a rubric that addresses different criteria, including the amount of need expressed. Officers of the club handed them out last week. "I'm so proud of the Computer Club's ongoing acts of kindness," said Donna Hylton, the club's advisor. Thank you to all who contributed to this success!
Marisol in studio

Former Incarcerated Alum Sets High Goals

Marisol Garcia began her MxCC college career while incarcerated. She continued her education after coming home and graduated with the MxCC Class of 2021. Last fall, Marisol joined MxCC CEO Steve Minkler in the Center for New Media studio to discuss the Center for Prison Education, the supportive faculty and staff at Wesleyan and MxCC, and her goals to graduate from Trinity College in May 2022. She was accepted as a fellow in the Yale Law School Access Program and plans to enter law school in the future.

Apply Now for MxCC Foundation Scholarships

Students can now easily apply for scholarships administered by the MxCC Foundation. Instead of an essay as part of the application process, students are asked to include a 200-word personal statement describing why they should be considered for a scholarship, their goals, and what motivates them to succeed. Students can apply online. Deadline is March 1. Click here for full application details.

Update from GEAR UP

MxCC is in year three of the GEAR UP grant with over 600 participating Meriden high school students. GEAR UP (Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs) and Workforce Development representatives promoted MxCC certification programs to Meriden families at the January Parent Leadership Council and participated in a community resource fair. Read more.

Welcome to the MxCC Community

The college community sends out a warm welcome to new staff and faculty members:
Janis Albert, DVM • Interim Program Director of Veterinary Technology
Frederick William Raudat • Interim Full-Time Lecturer of English
Monét Carter • Enrollment Services Assistant
Naja Davis-Drew • Enrollment Services Assistant
Joy Thompson • Enrollment Services Assistant
The college values its employees and often looks to add new talent across the CSCU system. Please see current employment opportunities.

Former MxCC Dean Passes Away

Fred J. Andrews Jr., former Dean of Continuing Education, passed away on January 1, 2022. He administered workforce development and community services for the college from 2007-2009 and 1988-1998. He was the 1997 recipient of the Charter Oak College Award as an outstanding educator of adult students. The college community extends sympathy to his family. Full obituary.

Medical Billing and Coding Certificate

The MxCC Workforce Development Medical Billing and Coding certificate program starts on Friday. The program is designed for those who want to begin medical billing and coding careers or prepare for a nationally recognized certification exam. Click here for more details or visit the Workforce Development & Continuing Education website for more certificate career options.

Save the Dates

Register Now • Spring 2022
Classes begin January 21
See list of upcoming registration events through January 28.

January 22 • 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
MxCC Enroll in a Day
One-stop registration and student services.

January 24 • 12:30 p.m.
Courageous Conversations
Library Periodical Room or Webex.

February 2 • 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Game Room Grand Reopening
Founders Hall. Refreshments served.

This press release was produced by Middlesex Community College. The views expressed here are the author’s own.