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(Archive March 1, 2011) Happy Spay Day!

By editorialteam on July 11, 2024

By Rebecca Gilbert | Observer Reporter

Inspiring people to save lives, Spay Day is a campaign held each year by the Humane Society of the United States promoting the spaying or neutering of pets and feral cats.

Volunteers from Ahimsa Haven, a nonprofit animal rescue group, held their annual Spay Day raffle, fundraiser, and bake sale at Mount Wachusett Community College on Tuesday, February 22nd. The group raised money for their program and provided information on low cost veterinary services.

“We’re raising money for our rescue,” noted Kathy Blouin, an aide at the event, “it’s basically to provide for the care of the animals.” Ahimsa Haven is currently raising money to build a shelter in Winchendon, Massachusetts and to provide medical care for the animals in their program. read more

(Archive March 1, 2011) SGA Elections Successful

By editorialteam on July 11, 2024

By Jenny Cooper | Observer Contributor

The SGA online elections “were very successful,” said Greg Clement, Assistant Dean of Student Life. “We had 116 online votes, of which three were disqualified. Worcester State’s big election in the fall only averages 100 votes – so we are on par.”

This was the SGA’s first online election. Seven positions were available of which four spots were filled. Those four spots went to Grace A. Santos – Sophomore Representative, Carly Gagne – Freshman Representative, Andrea Gendron – At-Large Representative, Ashley Williams – At- Large Representative. read more

(Archive February 1, 2011) “Survivor” Winner Announced at TAM

By editorialteam on July 10, 2024

Theatre at the Mount’s (TAM) January 22 production of Survivor, the Musical, named Rob Houle as “Sole Survivor.” Houle, from Westminster, competed against 19 other performers. Singing, dancing, acting, puzzles and trivia were all part of the competition.

Other members of the cast included Joyce Baldwin, Angie Beauvais, Chuck Berube, Ryann Brown, Ethan Caouette, Katrina Caouette, Kyle Carlson, Nicole Couture, Julian Fox, Francis Freel, Darlene Gaudet, Taylor Lawton, Debbie Moylan, Hillary Minicucci, David Prescott, Tim Recko, Tyler Simahk, Jeri Warren and Chelsea Young. read more

(Archive February 1, 2011) Winter Safe Driving Tips

By editorialteam on July 10, 2024

Submitted by the Campus Police Department

As the winter approaches we have to start thinking about driving in the inclement weather. Now is the time to winterize your motor vehicle. Check fluid levels, brakes, wiper blades, windshield washer fluid, snow tires, defroster, battery, etc… Stock your motor vehicle with the basic winter driving equipment: A scraper/brush, shovel, jumper cables/ box, tow chain, bag of sand/cat litter for tire traction, road flares/reflectors, a blanket, heavy boots, warm clothing, and a flashlight with batteries. read more

(Archive February 1, 2011) Welcoming a Year of Renewal

By editorialteam on July 10, 2024

A Letter from the President

By Daniel M. Asquino | MWCC President

As we begin this new year, we do so with great enthusiasm and anticipation for the changes that are ahead, beginning this semester. Most obvious, of course, are the two new wind turbines, which will bring the college to an entirely new level as a leader in renewable energy when they go online in March.

Equally – in fact even more impressive – are the changes that will be occurring within the classrooms at our campuses, for this year marks the start of a new season of renewal at Mount Wachusett Community College. read more

(Archive November 2007) New Courses Offered in Spring

By editorialteam on July 10, 2024

BIO 128, Plants and Society (taught by Thomas J. Montagno, Ph.D.). It is a non-lab 3 credit hour science course which can serve as a general elective or a science elective, depending on the specific program requirements. It will be offered at the Gardner campus and at Leominster campus (1st cycle). It is intended for students that have an interest in plants and the many ways they are used in various societies around the world as well as the historical significance of plants in shaping our world. The formal course description is: “Plants and Society is a survey course that looks at the origins, historical and current use of plants in societies including food, spices, clothing, beverages, building material and medicines. The search for and exploitation of many plant species by humans has directly and indirectly shaped the geopolitical world we now live in. These topics will follow a brief introduction to basic plant structure, function, and life cycle. The increasing role of plants in biotechnology will also be studied, as well as the important uses of algae and fungi as they relate to people, plants, and plant products.” read more

(Archive November 2007) Magazine Drive for Iraq

By editorialteam on July 9, 2024

The Alpha Beta Gamma National Business Society is conducting a semester-long magazine project for troops in Iraq. Drop-off boxes are located in the Commons area of the Gardner campus.

The Business Society is responding to a request from Major Todd Bajakian, a former Alumnus of the year, who recently returned to Iraq and said his troops would appreciate copies of magazines since there is little to read.

For more information, contact Professor Linda Bolduc at l_bolduc@mwcc.mass.edu

(Archive November 2007) Your Survey Results for Noncredit Courses

By editorialteam on July 9, 2024

The Division of Lifelong Learning and Workforce Development would like to thank all of the students who participated in our survey to determine if there was interest in participating in non-credit offerings during community time. We were very pleased with the survey results and are working on creating low cost programming for our day students in areas that interest them the most. Students showed an interest in topics that ranged from recreation and leisure activities to computer trainings. 

For the spring, we intend on piloting the program by offering at least one non-credit offering per month. But we are willing to offer more programs if students show an interest. The more students participate, the more offerings we can put together. Besides hiring external instructors, we are also willing to interview students who feel they have hobbies or skills that they would like to share with other students. Have suggestions? Please feel free to contact Missi Sargent, Director of Non-Credit Programs at m_sargent@mwcc.mass.edu or by phone at 978-630-9273. Congratulations to Kayla Barone, winner of the $25 Wal-Mart Gift Card raffled for completing the survey. read more

(Archive November 2007) Vandalism on Campus

By editorialteam on July 9, 2024

Press release provided by Campus Police

On October 6, 2007 shortly after 10:00 p.m. a female party entered MWCC Fine Arts wing which was open for a play. The party gained access to the first floor of the college and proceeded throughout the first floor toss­ing brochures and papers onto the floors. Several pieces of art were also damaged includ­ing several sculptures. The estimated damage is approxi­mately $1000. The party was identified and Gardner Po­lice Department assisted the Campus Police Department in the investigation of the inci­dent. Criminal charges were filed by the Gardner Police Department. The incident is pending in the Gardner District Court. Restitution for damages will be sought through legal processes. read more

(Archive November 2007) Notice Anything New at the Observer Office?

By editorialteam on July 9, 2024

Next time you walk by, stop and look up. You will see the newest improvement to our newsroom: a wooden “Mount Observer” sign cre­ated by Angela Stefaniak, a senior at Montachusett Regional Vocational Techni­cal High School in Fitchburg. The staff of The Observer sends sincerest thanks to Angela, to Monty Tech, and to Ed Terceiro, Executive Vice-President at MWCC, for his design consultation.