orthern
ier Center
The college has some amazing resources for students
success that include:
The holiday season is one of warm festivities, family,
friends, but it can also produce stress.
Students,
instructors, and the college staff all face the joy of the
holiday spirit coupled with the end of one semester and the
beginning of another. The staff at the MCC Northern Tier
Center is happy to assist students and help them better
enjoy the holiday by making the transition from Fall to
Winter semester as easy as possible. As a Site Manager, I
have added classes to the NTC Clio Winter schedule to
help students reduce their driving distance during the
inclement winter season. If you wish to keep your classes
at the Clio location we can assist you in seeing if this is
possible.
 Math Empowerment Zone:
Free math help for any
student in any math class provided by MCC instructors.
Gorman Center.
 Writing
Center: Any student with any writing
assignment can get help by MCC English instructors.
They will critique and assist you with your assignment.
Curtice Mott Building.
 Tutoring: NTC provides tutoring in several areas and
the Main Campus Learning Center provides tutoring and
special accommodations for students that qualify.
Below you will find suggestions for both our college
transition and one for making your holiday less stressful.
 Student Life: Join one of the twenty active MCC clubs/
organization or create your own.
Center - 1st Floor.
Semester Transition Tips
Winter Semester 2012
 Qualified students may register on-line or in person at
any campus location. However, NTC and all campus
locations will have Counseling hours to assist students
with registration.
 Review your class schedule to reduce your drive time
for winter. Most general classes can be taken at the
NTC/Clio site.
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 Make sure to check your financial aid status.
December 12, 2011 is the payment deadline date. Student’s
registration after this date must secure a payment option at the time of registration.
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If you need to drop a class for Fall semester, make
sure you understand how it will affect your financial aid,
tuition balances, and academic standing. You may
speak with a Counselor for assistance.
 December 14, 2011 is the last day to drop a class and
receive a “W”. A “W” will not affect your G.P.A but will
be used for Financial Aid standards.
Located in Prahl
Holiday Stress Reduction Tips:
 Try to register for classes before the MCC Holiday
Break. The college will be closed from December 23,
2011-January 2, 2012.
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Get enough sleep.
Shop during off hours when stores are not busy and do
some shopping on-line. Using gift certificates can also
reduce shopping time.
Donate or purge unneeded decorations and clutter from
you home.
Set a budget for your holiday expenses.
Set a deadline to have all your shopping completed
which leaves you time to enjoy the days before the holiday.
Prepare your family for the type of gifts you can afford.
De-emphasize commercialism by donating time to a
helpful cause or charity.
Do not be afraid to accept help from others.
Prepare some foods ahead of time and put them in the
freezer.
The NTC staff and I hope that each of you will have a
warm and wonderful holiday. We hope to see you
continue your success at MCC and the Northern Tier
Center in the Winter Semester.
Thomas Saelens,
Site Manager & the
MCC Northern Tier Staff
Announcements
are made on the
Local
Radio and TV
Stations.
For
COLLEGE
CLOSING
Please call the
Main Campus
Security Office
Call (810) 232-8989
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Fall Semester
2012/2
Orientation Hours
Counseling Hours
Day
Date
Time
Day
Date
Time
Monday
11/21/11
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
11/23/11
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
11/23/11
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
12/15/11
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Thanksgiving Holiday
Placement Testing Hours
11/24/11 - 11/25/11
Monday
11/28/11
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
11/30/11
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
12/5/11
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
12/7/11
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
12/12/11
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
12/14/11
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
12/19/11
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
12/21/11
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Day
Time
Monday
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Open Computer Hours
3
Day
Time
Monday
8:00 A - 10:00 AM
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
11:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Mott Community College
Northern Tier Center
Northern Tier Center will College Recruitment
On the following dates and times:
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
They will be located in the Student Lounge area,
Please stop by to see each representative from the various
Colleges & Universities.
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Financial Aid
When will I receive my financial aid
refund?
If there is any money remaining on
your account after tuition, fees, books
and supplies have been paid: Pell
Grant refunds are released approximately 3 weeks after the Date of
Record.
What is work study?
Work study is part of a financial aid award package that allows
a student to work on campus. A student can earn up to the
dollar amount posted for a term. Not all students have a work
study award.
What is Mott's refund policy?
MCC's refund schedule has been created to include a full refund period and a half refund period every semester.
Is the disbursement date the day my
loan money is sent to me?
No. The disbursement date
assigned to each semester is the date
that your lender sends us the money .
This date is usually set 30 days after the beginning of the
semester. If there is any money.
How much will my class(es) cost?
Tuition rates vary depending on whether you are in-district , out
of-district , or out of-state .
Why can't I register for E-Learning classes?
Students at MCC who have not successfully completed one
(1) WWW, IMM or CMM course, will need to take a Distance
Learning Educational System Preparedness class. (DLES 100)
before.
What is the Date of Record?
The Date of Record is when each student's number of credits are reported to the Michigan Department of
Education.
How do I check the status of my loan?
If you have not received a letter from your lender, please
contact them to find out about your federal
student loan. This site will also give you information on:
federal grant amounts.
When will my loans be disbursed?
Loans are disbursed to the college approximately 30 days
into the semester; please check your disclosure statement
for details at www.studentloans.gov. Once the funds are
disbursed to the college.
2011-2012 Academic Year
(July 1, 2011 - June 30, 2012)
Funding for the Summer 2011, Fall 2011,
Winter 2012 and Spring 2012 semesters.
I have a credit on my account, how is that refunded to me?
If there are any funds remaining after tuition and book
fees have been paid, a check will be issued to the
student and mailed to the address we have on record.
Remaining Pell Grant refunds will not.
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
How do I register for classes?
First-time students or students with less than 12 credits:
Students must have an advisor's signature on their Class
Schedule Worksheet to register in the Records.
Friday, December 9, 2011
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Friday, December 16, 2011
11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Why can't I register or drop on-line?
There may be a few different reasons you are not able to
register for a class online: You will not be able to
register on-line until you have completed one full
semester at MCC - with final grades in.
Student
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Financial
Workshops are held in
Services
Room 2270
will be
MCC Prahl College Center CLOSED on
Flint Campus
Fridays
Please call for
until
Reservations:
January
(810) 762-0144
What is Mott's financial aid code for the FAFSA
application?
The code required for the FAFSA application is 002261 .
What are the dates of the 2011-2012 semesters?
Fall 2011 (2012/2) September 6, 2011 - December 21,
2011 Winter 2012 (2012/3 January 14, 2012 - May 4, 2012)
How do I figure out how much Pell funding I am eligible
for?
Please refer to your Student Aid Report (SAR) to get your
EFC. The exact amount of your award is based on your
EFC and the number of credits that you are
registered for at the time of the Date.
Why can't I log in to WebAdvisor?
Your WebAdvisor account is set up during orientation. If
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COPY MACHINE
(Located in Student Lounge) .
10¢ Per Page
Must place money on
Cash Card Loader
or Student ID Card
to use machine.
Information Technology Service
PAY TO PRINT has been
Instituted in the MCC Computer Labs.
Students must present a photo ID
and current course
schedule to use the Computer Lab.
COMPUTER LAB
4¢ Per Page
Must place money on
Cash Card Loader or
Student ID Card
to use machine.
*ABSOLUTELY THE LAST RESORT
Cost:
ADMINISTRATIVE
OFFICE
BLACK & WHITE - 4¢ Per Page
COLOR - 25¢ Per Page
.25¢ Per Page
Tutorial Services
is offered at
The Northern Tier Center
PAC Group Study Session for
BIOL-151
Walk-In
Math Study Hours Sessions
Individualized Appointments
in specific subjects.
Please contact:
Deborah Potts, Secretary
For available tutoring sessions at
(810) 232-4336
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Math Empowerment Zone
Free math help for any student in
any math class provided by
MCC instructors.
Gorman Building - Room # G2106
For further information
contact:
(810) 762
762--0178
Placement Testing Schedule
Fall Semester 2012/2
9/6/11 - 12/21/11
Northern Tier Center
is a
SMOKE & TOBACCO
Free Campus
Absolutely
NO SMOKING
In the building or
on the grounds.
WALK-IN BASIS
Monday
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Northern Tier Center
School Supplies
Pencils
Pens
Notebooks
Green Scantrons (Mini)
Pink Scantrons
Green Scantrons & Essay
Blue Books
Bookstore Dates
.15¢ ea.
.40¢ ea.
$1.50 ea.
.25¢ ea.
.30¢ ea.
.30¢ ea.
.40¢ ea.
The Bookstore will open on the
following dates for Financial Aid
students who need to purchase
books for the Winter Semester
Classes:
December 13, 2011 January 24, 2012
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IMPORTANT DATES
WINTER 2012/3 SEMESTER
Date
Notes
November 1st
Registration Opens
December 12th
All payment methods must be in place
by December 12th or student’s
courses will be dropped.
Starting December 13th
All payment methods must be in place
same day of registration or student’s
courses will be dropped.
Students can purchase textbooks in the
MCC Bookstore.
December 13th - January 24th
January 14th
Classes START
January 20th
Last day for FULL refund
January 24th
January 25th
Last day for HALF refund
April 27th
Last Day to Drop with “W”.
Date of Record - Classes registered on
or after this date will not be paid by Pell
and Tip.
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Monday
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
4082 W. Vienna Road
Clio, MI 48420
(810) 232-8044
Day
Date
Time
Tuesday
1/3/12
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
1/4/12
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
1/5/12
Friday
Winter Semester
2012/3
Monday -
9:30 AM - 9:55 AM
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Wednesday
11:30 AM - 4:55 PM
1/6/12
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Tuesday -
8:00 AM - 5:55 PM
Monday
1/9/12
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
1:30 PM - 5:55 PM
Tuesday
1/10/12
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 8:55 AM
Wednesday
1/11/12
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Thursday
1/12/12
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
1/13/12
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Day
Date
Time
Wednesday
January 4, 2012
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Monday
February 27, 2012
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Thursday
March 8, 2012
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Monday
April 16, 2012
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Thursday
April 19, 2012
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
:mt Winter 2012-3 Hours 18-Oct-11
Revised 9-Nov-11
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11:55 AM - 5:00 PM
ONLY
Mott Community College
$49.00
Northern Tier Center
PER PERSON
LEARN HOW
TO DESIGN A
WEBSITE FOR
BUSINESS &
PERSONAL!!
Will be offering an
Class on
Tuesday, March 6, 2012
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Northern Tier Center
4082 West Vienna Road, Clio, MI
Room#: 122
Instructor: Kevin Boyd, M.B.A., M.S.
For Further Information:
Please call (810) 232-8044 or stop in at the NTC.
No programming required! Discover easy-to-use design tools that can build
your personal or business website in 60 minutes. The class will cover the
do’s and don’ts, tips and traps of website design. Optional workbooks
available for purchase during class. Taught by a multi-award winning
instructor and published author from Seattle.
Section: NOCR
NOCR--NTCWEB
NTCWEB--01 COST: $49.00 Per Person
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ONLY
$49.00
Per Person
Mott Community College
Northern Tier Center
LEARN
HOW TO
MAKE MONEY
Will be offering an
Class on
Monday, March 5, 2012
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Northern Tier Center
4082 West Vienna Road, Clio, MI
Room#: NTC - Administrative Office Conference Room
Instructor: Kevin Boyd, M.B.A., M.S.
For Further Information:
Please call (810) 232-8044 or stop in at the NTC.
Section: NOCR
NOCR--NTCBAY
NTCBAY--01
Cost: $49.00
Whether you simply want to get rid of “stuff”, desire additional part
part--time income or serious eBay business, this class is your foundation. Learn how to set up an eBay Seller account, create successful
eBay listings, upload pictures and accept credit card payments with PayPal. Included are selling “Tips,
Tricks and the Traps” to avoid. Covers how to conduct market research analysis, determine shipping
costs, where to get FREE shipping supplies, how to print shipping labels from your home computer
and get FREE home pick
pick--up. Optional workbooks available for purchase during class.
Taught by multi
multi--award winning eBay instructor and publisher author.
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Cedric Kendall, Public Safety Police Office
Dennie VanAlstine, Public Safety Police Office
Come By To See - NTC Police Officers!!
Office: Room #109
Office Hours:
Monday - Thursday (7:00 AM - 9:30 PM)
Friday (7:00 AM - 4:30 PM)
Cedric Kendall, is a certified police
officer with 24 years of Law
Enforcement experience. He recently
retired from the Flint Police Department in April 2011. He is also a U.S.
Army Veteran.
Officer Cedric has been with the Mott
Community College Public Safety
Department for 1 1/2 years (Since
11/2010).
His work schedule is
(Monday - Friday) 7:00 am - 3:30 pm
and his office is located in Room 109
next to the computer lab.
Shopping during the holiday season can
present unique danger.
Taking a few
prevention measures can help keep your
holiday season joyous. The holiday
season is a time when busy people can
become careless and vulnerable to theft
and other holiday crime. The following tips
can help you be more careful, prepared and
aware during the holiday season.

Shop during daylight hours whenever
possible. If you must shop at night, go
with a friend or family members.
Don’t let the rush and excitement of the
holiday season make you careless in
protecting your home from potential
criminals. The holiday season is a time
when busy people can become careless
and vulnerable to theft and other holiday
crime.

Be extra cautious about locking doors
and windows when you leave the
house, even for a few minutes.

When leaving home for an extended
time, have a neighbor or family member watch your house and pick up
your newspapers and mail.

Indoor and outdoor lights should be on
an automatic timer.

Dress casually and comfortably.
If you have any questions or issues
please, feel free to contact us at (810)
232-4339 or Room 109.

Avoid wearing expensive jewelry.

Do not carry a purse or wallet, if
possible.
Dennie VanAlstine, is a certified
police officer with over 22 years of
Law Enforcement experience.
He
retired over a year ago as the Deputy
Police Chief at the Mt. Morris
Township Police Department.
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Always carry your Driver License or
Identification Card along with necessary cash, checks and/or a credit card
you expect to use.
Leave a radio or television on so the
house looks and sounds occupied.
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
Large displays of holiday gifts should
not be visible through the windows
and doors of your home.
Even though you are rushed and
thinking about a thousand things, stay
alert to your surroundings.


Avoid carrying large amounts of cash,
When setting up a Christmas tree or
other holiday display, make sure
doors and passageways are clear
inside your home.

Pay for purchases with a check or
credit card when possible.


Keep cash in your front pocket.

Notify
the
credit
card
issuer
immediately if your credit card is lost,
stolen or misused.
Be sure your Christmas tree is
mounted on a sturdy base so
children , elderly persons or family
pets cannot
pull it over on
themselves.

If you use lights on your Christmas
tree ensure the wiring is not damaged
or drayed or damaged wiring can
cause a fire.

Place your Christmas tree in water or
wet sand to keep it green.

Never place wrapping paper in your
fireplace.
Officer Dennie joined the Mott Public
Safety Department as a Police Officer
in May of 2011. He looks forward to
contributing and helping the staff and
students with any
problems that may occur. His work
schedule at the Northern Tier will be
3:00 pm - 9:30 pm (Monday Thursday).
His office is located in Room #109 (810) 232-4339 please feel free to
stop by and say "Hi".
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Keep a record of all of your credit
cards numbers in a safe place at
home.
Avoid overloading yourself with
packages. It is important to have clear
visibility and freedom of motion to
avoid mishaps.
Call Anytime Northern Tier Center: (810) 232-4339
Main Campus: (810) 762-5666 * Non-Emergency: (810) 762-0222
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2012/3
Winter Semester
TUITION RATE
INCREASE
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Mott Community College
Northern Tier Center
4082 West Vienna Road
Clio, Michigan 48420
Phone: (810) 232-8044
Fax#: (810) 686-9706
Website: www.mcc.edu
Northern Tier Staff:
Thomas Saelens, Site Manager
Marcia Teer, Administrative Assistant
Deborah Potts, Secretary
Peggy Searles, Staff Support
The Smart Choice
Work Study Students:
Heather Whitehead
Yourlonda, Lewis
Winter Office Hours:
Monday - Thursday
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Telephone#:
(810) 232-8044
At the close of another year,
we gratefully pause to wish you a warm
and happy holiday season.
From Thomas Saelens,
NTC Site Director
and the Staff
NTC Winter Gazette 2011-1-Nov-11
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