MOTT COMMUNITY COLLEGE
CONNECTION
OCTOBER 2012
MCC
FACULTY
& STAFF
NEWSLETTER
WHAT’S
INSIDE
AROUND CAMPUS
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
SURVIVOR TO TELL
HER STORY OCT. 11
UPDATE ON
ARTICULATION
AGREEMENTS
OCTOBER EVENTS
MCC 2012 MEN’S
BASKETBALL
SCHEDULE
QUOTE OF
THE M ONTH
“To acquire knowledge, one must
study; but to acquire wisdom, one
must observe.”
– Marilyn vos Savant
ABC TV's Shark Tank Star Daymond
Green to Keynote MCC Ballenger
Series, Nov. 1
Daymond John launched his career as an entrepreneur by
making and selling tie top hats on the streets of Queens, New
York.
Rising from those humble beginnings, to achieving his first
huge success, the Hip-Hop inspired FUBU (For Us, By Us) clothing line, to starring in ABC's hit reality business show "Shark
Tank," John has become one of the most highly-respected business experts in America. John will deliver the keynote address,
headlining the second installment of the 2012 Mott Community
College Ballenger Eminent Persons Lecture Series entitled "Create, Build, Succeed: An Entrepreneurship Conference" at 7 pm,
Thursday, Nov. 1, 2012 in the Mott Community College Ballenger Field House. This event is free and
open to the public.
The first session of the 2012 Ballenger Lecture Series on business and entrepreneurship featured
Flint native David Tarver as the keynote speaker. Tarver, author of the memoir Proving Ground and an
engineer who created a multi-million dollar telecommunications company, also joined a number of local
entrepreneurs presenting workshops to share their individual successes and challenges. The November 1
Ballenger program will also feature sessions for business students, as the series will continue through
2013 with appearances by national and local business leaders, culminating in a "Shark Tank"-style business competition.
The Ballenger Lecture Series has brought dozens of renowned national and international leaders to
the Mott Community College main campus in Flint for decades. In recent years, the series presented lectures by renowned filmmaker/director Spike Lee; Lech Walesa, former President of Poland and founder
of the Polish Solidarity Movement; legendary entertainer/activist Harry Belafonte, poet/singer Patti Smith
and prominent civil rights attorney Morris Dees. For information about the Ballenger Lecture Series,
please call the Foundation for Mott Community College at (810) 762-0425.
IMA Recreation Association to honor
MCC president
Mott Community College President Dick Shaink will be honored
at the IMA Recreation Association 10th annual Community Salute on
Oct. 25 at the IMA Brookwood Golf & Banquet Center in Burton.
The 2012 Community Salute to Dr. Shaink continues a tradition of
honoring influential community members while raising funds for the
non-profit organization. Tickets are $100 per person with sponsorship
opportunities starting at $250. The program is scheduled for 6:30 to
7:30 pm, with a cocktail reception preceding the event at 5:30 pm.
The IMA Recreation Association is a non-profit organization that offers recreational activities for children and adults in the Genesee
County community. For more information about the Community
Salute, visit www.imarecreation.org or call (810) 249-7060.
Around Campus
Lisa Poma, Executive
Assistant, President's Office, has been nominated for the Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT) Professional Board Staff Member Award,
presented to a board staff member in recognition of exemplary
service to a board. An award winner is chosen from each of the
ACCT's five regions. Those winners will gather at the 2012 Leadership Congress in Boston where they will receive their regional
awards, and then the national winner will be announced.
Theatre Instructor Dan Gerics, who runs Flint City Theatre (FCT),
lets us know that FCT will present Flint Zombie Walk 2012 on Oct. 13
downtown Flint. It's a fundraising event benefitting Michigan School
for the Deaf, organized by former MCC ASL student Kristina Lakey
and interpreted for the deaf by MCC instructor Carie Sarver. Info at
www.flintcitytheatre.com. FCT also presents Scream Theatre, the annual Halloween story hour, Oct 19 & 20 at the Good Beans Cafe. For
more Info visit www.flintcitytheatre.com.
Art Prof. John Dempsey tells us that a piece of his art, created
in MCC's FABLAB, is on exhibit during Grand Rapid's ArtPrize
through Oct. 7. The piece titled 'X: GM Craft Centre, Lansing,
Mich.' is on exhibit at the Women's City Club, 254 E. Fulton St. in
Grand Rapids. It was fabricated by John in our FABLAB.
New Employees: William Avery, Part-time police officer, Department of Public Safety, start date: Sept. 16; Leanne Barkus,
Grant Development Specialist, Grant Development Department,
start date: Aug. 31; Chris Hiben, Secretary I, MCC Lapeer Extension Site, Sept. 10. Welcome, all, to the MCC family!
Domestic violence survivor
to share her story at MCC
Health Fair, Oct. 11
Johnnetta McSwain, the CEO and founder of Breaking the Cycle,
Beating the Odds, an organization that empowers women to break negative, self-destructive cycles that keep them from reaching their full
potential, will be on hand to present highlights of her life at Real
Health for a Whole Community, a free, interactive health fair to help
people identify ways to adopt healthier lifestyles, at 12 noon Thursday,
Oct. 11, 2012 at the Mott Community College Event Center. McSwain
is scheduled to make a brief presentation during the Health Fair, reading excerpts from her autobiography Rising Above the Scars. That
presentation will be followed with a book signing in the Event Center
lobby.
For a more in-depth look into the life and struggles of Johnnetta
McSwain, who was featured in the Emmy-Award winning
documentary The Road Beyond Abuse narrated by actress/activist Jane
Fonda, please attend McSwain's presentation scheduled for 6 p.m.
Thursday, Oct. 11, in the Mott Memorial Building auditorium.
A book signing also will be included immediately following this presentation.
The Real Health for a Whole Community health fair is slated for
11 am to 4 pm at the Mott Community College Event Center, adjacent
to the Mott Library. This event, including the Johnnetta McSwain
presentations, is sponsored by the Foundation for Mott Community
College, in collaboration with the Universal Kidney Foundation, the
Arab American Heritage Council and Jewish Community Services, and
is free and open to the public. For more information about this event,
call the Foundation for Mott Community College at (810)
762-0425.
Update on Articulation
Agreements at MCC
Articulation agreements serve as a bridge and give MCC students
additional options, such as two years of coursework at MCC and one
year at the college or university (2+2), or three years at MCC and one
year at the college or university (3+1). These agreements specify a
course taking plan, that when followed by a student at MCC, results in
a seamless transfer of credits for the student to their program of study
at the university.
Recent, new or updated articulation agreements include:
• An agreement with Ferris State University in the Hotel
Management Degree Program. Students who have completed
degree requirements in MCC's Culinary Arts program may
apply to the Bachelor’s program at Ferris. The hotel industry
leads the service segment of our economy with continued
expansion and opportunities abounding. Hotel Management
students are prepared for management, sales and marketing
opportunities in the hotel industry by course work that
combines theory with authentic hands-on learning
experiences. Students may complete three years at Mott
College and complete their degree with an additional year at
Ferris. Visit http://www.ferris.edu/bachelor-degree-hotel-man
agement.html for details.
• An opportunity for Mott Community College students who
have completed their AGS degree with a concentration in
Graphic Design to transfer into the Bachelor of Fine Arts
degree program at Central Michigan University with a Graphic
Design Concentration. The Michigan Department of Labor
and Economic Growth projects a nearly 20% increase in the
number of graphic design jobs in the state by 2012. CMU
offers classes ranging from typography and print design to web
design and design animation. It has been at the forefront of
contemporary issues relating to socially relevant design, and
has placed students in internships across the United States and
overseas. For more information, please visit
http://www.art.cmich.edu/graphic_design.html
• A transfer agreement with The Art Institute of Michigan which
offers students who have completed the Associate's degree in
the Culinary Arts program to transfer to The Art Institute of
Michigan for their Bachelor of Arts degree in Culinary
Management.
• An agreement with Central Michigan University for students
to enter the Bachelor of Science Degree program option in
Community Development with a Public Administration
concentration. This agreement is for students who have earned
an Associate in Applied Science – Fire Protection Technology
degree from Mott Community College. This agreement
benefits students interested in working in the public sector or
human services, as students who complete this degree are
prepared for careers in local, state and federal administration
and more.
Please visit articulation.mcc.edu for a comprehensive list of
articulation agreements.
Green Initiatives Team
Nominate your Hero for a “Greeny Award”
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October Events
MCC will be presenting a number of exciting activities and programs throughout the month of October. Following is a list of events
scheduled for the month. All are free and open to the public, unless noted
otherwise.
October 8
MCC's 20th Annual Peace and Dignity program, featuring the People
of the Four Colors ceremony, is
scheduled for 10 am on the lawn
outside Mott Memorial Building,
facing Court St. Directly descended
from Native American rituals, the
program features the People of the
Four Colors ceremony and rededication of the Peace and Dignity Tree. The celebration also includes the
beating of drums and ceremonial dancing. Refreshments will be served
following the ceremony. RSVP by calling 762-0425.
MCC 2012 Men's
Basketball Schedule
Mott Community
College's men's basketball team is seeking a
record-setting fifth National Junior College
Athletic Association
(NJCAA) title, starting
with its first regular
season game on Nov. 3.
Here’s a listing of
MCC's 2012-13 regular
season scheduled
games:
Saturday.......Nov. 3 .......Grand Rapids CC........7:30 p.m.
Saturday.......Nov. 10 .....Sinclair CC (OH).........3:00 p.m.
October 25
MCC's Annual Regional College
Fair, featuring dozens of representatives from more than 50 colleges
and universities assembled in the
Ballenger Field House, provides
an excellent opportunity for current and prospective students to
obtain information about college
life, directly from officials representing a wide range of postsecondary institutions, in Michigan and out-of-state. The event is
scheduled for 6 to 7:30 pm. In addition, a Financial Aid Workshop
giving attendees an opportunity to learn how to finance their education
will be held at 6:30 pm at the MCC Event Center.
Saturday.......Nov. 17 .....Kellogg CC...................3:00 p.m.
Wednesday ...Nov. 21 .....Jackson CC ..................7:30 p.m.
Wednesday ...Nov. 28 .....Lansing CC ..................7:30 p.m.
Wednesday ....Dec. 5........@Owens CC (OH).........7:30 p.m.
Saturday.......Dec. 8........Moraine Valley (IL).....7:00 p.m.
Wednesday ....Dec. 12......@Lansing CC ................7:30 p.m.
Saturday ........Dec. 15......@Daley (IL)...................3:00 p.m.
Wednesday ...Dec. 19......Owens CC (OH) ..........7:30 p.m.
Saturday.......Dec. 29......Daley (IL) .....................3:00 p.m.
Saturday ........Jan. 5.........@Delta College..............3:00 p.m.
October 26
Monday ........Jan. 7........Henry Ford ..................7:30 p.m.
MCC's 2012 Halloween party for
the community will be 5 to 8 p.m.
at the Ballenger Field House. This
annual event features a variety of
activities, including inflatables,
("Bounce Houses"), a haunted
house, face and pumpkin painting,
a costume contest with prizes, and
bags filled with candy and treats.
MCC's Department of Public Safety coordinates and presents the Halloween Party every year, with assistance and support provided by community donors and volunteers and MCC faculty, staff and students.
Volunteers and donations are needed. Please call Public Safety at 7620222 for more information or if you'd like to help.
Wednesday ....Jan. 9.........@Macomb CC ...............7:30 p.m.
Saturday.......Jan. 12......Wayne County CCD....3:00 p.m.
Wednesday......Jan. 16 ........@St. Clair County CC...7:30 p.m.
Saturday.......Jan. 19......Oakland CC .................3:00 p.m.
Wednesday ....Jan. 23.......@Kirtland CC ................7:30 p.m.
Saturday.......Jan. 26......Schoolcraft College .....3:00 p.m.
Wednesday ....Jan. 30.......@Alpena CC..................7:30 p.m.
Saturday.......Feb. 2........Delta College ................3:00 p.m.
Monday .........Feb. 4 ........@Henry Ford CC...........7:30 p.m.
October 27
Wednesday ...Feb. 6........Macomb CC.................7:30 p.m.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. MCC has assembled a team
again this year to participate in the American Cancer Society's annual
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event, with registration scheduled
to begin at 8:30 am at the Flint Downtown Development Authority
(DDA) flat lot on Saginaw Street. The top three pledge earners will receive an MCC gift pack when pledges are registered online. To register,
make a donation or for more details, contact one of the MCC team captains: Cindy Sanders at 232-2484, Jennifer Follett at 762-0500, Carol
VanBuren at 762-0278 or Rebecca Gale-Gonzalez at 762-0455.
Saturday ........Feb. 9 ........@Wayne County CCD...3:00 p.m.
Wednesday ...Feb. 13......St. Clair County CC....7:30 p.m.
Saturday ........Feb. 16 ......@Oakland CC................3:00 p.m.
Wednesday ...Feb. 20......Kirtland CC .................7:30 p.m.
Saturday ........Feb. 23 ......@Schoolcraft College...3:00 p.m.
Wednesday ...Feb. 27......Alpena CC....................7:30 p.m.
Home Games listed in bold.
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OCTOBER 2012
Monday
Tuesday
1
3P Club Bake Sale
9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
CM Fishbowl
8
Peace & Dignity
Ceremony - 10 a.m.
Outside MMB
15
Wednesday Thursday
2
9
University Center
Awareness Day
10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
MMB 2140
16
The Great Debate
1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.
ML 1204
22
23
10
University Center
Awareness Day
10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
MMB 2140
17
Women In Education
Workshop
1:30-3:00 p.m.
PCC 1120
24
Northwood University
Advisement
4:30-6:30 p.m.
CM 2133
Board of Trustees Meeting
7:30 p.m. • RTC 1301
29
3
30
Saginaw Valley State University Advisement
12:30-2:00 p.m.
CM Fishbowl
Friday
Saturday
4
5
11
12
Women In Education
Health Fair
10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
ML 1204
18
19
Black & Gold Dancers
New Member Meeting
3:30-5:00 p.m.
PCC 1120
25
6
7
13
14
20
21
27
28
Humane Society
23rd Annual Dog Walk
10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
ML Plaza
GSA Club Meeting
2:00-4:00 p.m.
PCC 1230
CCNA Neighborhood
Watch Meeting
6:30-9:30 p.m.
RTC 1301
College Fair
8:00 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Ballenger Field House
Sunday
26
MCC Halloween Party
5:00-8:00 p.m.
Ballenger Field House
ACT Test
7:30 a.m. - 12:25 p.m.
CM 1216
31
For more calendar items visit www.events.mcc.edu