Week 5: February 11 - January 15

Hope you make this a great semester for you at Mesa Community College.  We are glad to see many new and familiar faces returning to our office to get involved and learn more about what great opportunities we have to offer.  Here's our fourth post on "Civic Engagement Connections" edited by the wonderful Wizard of Oz, Rylan:

CAMPUS ANNOUNCEMENTS

Maps for Your Class

Maps are very important for getting around campus.  If you need help finding a building, check out the campus map for Southern & Dobson and Red Mountain.  You can also get help from our Center for Service-Learning office (Lowel Level Kirk Center) or the Student Life Front Desk (2nd level, main floor of the Kirk Center).

Construction Underway
Construction is still underway in the Kirk Student Center.  Please be careful as you make your way through campus. 

CENTER FOR SERVICE-LEARNING ANNOUNCEMENTS 

Hours of Operation 
The Center for Service-Learning is open from 8-7pm Monday-Thursday and 8-5pm on Friday at the Southern and Dobson Campus.  

 

EVENT ANNOUNCEMENTS 

Get Your Taxes Done for FREE!

Need help preparing your 2012 tax return? Mesa United Way's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program may be able to help! Running through April 13, 2013, Mesa United Way's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) will be here on both the Southern & Dobson and Red Mountain campus doing free tax filing! This service is offered to both students and the public. 

       Southern & Dobson Campus - Maricopa Room (Lower Level Kirk Center)

       Tuesdays & Thursdays: 6 PM - 9PM (sign up starts at 4pm)

       Saturdays: 9 AM - 1 PM

              **Closed Mar. 14, Mar 16**

       Red Mountain Campus

       Mondays: 6 PM - 9 PM

       Saturdays: 9 AM - 6 PM

              **Closed Feb 18, Mar 11, Mar 16**

Scholastic Book Fair - February 22nd

One day, and one day only - our staff will be over by the NU101/Life Sciences Amphitheater selling books to raise money for our children's literature activities, such as Dr. Seuss' Birthday.  The event will be on February 22nd from 9-2pm - please stop buy and support literacy!

COMMUNITY PARTNER ANNOUNCEMENTS

Events & Opportunities
Check out the Events & Opportunities section of our website to see the different service events our community partners offer.  These would be great for both service-learning and community service needs.  If you are an approved Community Partner and would like your events on our website, please email christin.franco@mesacc.edu with information.  Current events include:

• Special Olympics Basketball (Feb)
• Dobson Academy Jr. High Science Fair (February 26)
• Gilbert Water Festival (Feb 28)
• Festival of the Arts (April 4)
• Summer Special Olympics (April 25-27)

EMECEC Seeks 16+ Students 
East Mesa Early Childhood Education Center, a Mesa Public Schools Special Education Preschool is looking for more than 16 MCC students to serve in a classroom setting.  If you are interested, contact Kathy Eustace at (480) 472-3989 or keustace@mpsaz.org

AZDS Seeks 4 Volunteers

Arizona Disabled Sports is a nonprofit organization dedicating in providing sports and recreation opportunities for individuals with all types of disabilities.  Volunteering with our organization can lead to many benefits.  They currently are recruiting for 4 different opportunities.  If you are interested, please click here.

AZ Youth Town Hall on "Higher Education in Arizona"

AZ Youth Town Hall will have a "Higher Education in Arizona" Town Hall. It take place at Rio Salado College Conference Center on April 10. Although the event is free, we do need students to register using the link provided (http://aztownhall.org/Events_Calendar).

Zaharis Elementary Media Center Seeks up to 5 Volunteers

Zaharis Elementary Media Center is looking for up to 5 student volunteers.  Whatever regularly fits your schedule, between 7:30 am and 3:00 pm.  Contact Mrs. Davis or Mrs. Keech at 480-308-7237.

PHI THETA KAPPA ANNOUNCEMENTS

Join Phi Theta Kappa

The semester is underway, but its not to late to sign up.  Three qualifications are needed to join:

1. Currently enrolled in at least 1 credit hour at Mesa Community College
2. Have completed 12 credit hours of course work over 100-level at a Maricopa Community College location (i.e. MCC) 
3. Have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher

Mentor Nomination Form

Please make sure to nominate a mentor when you join Phi Theta Kappa.  This is your chance to recognize an MCC employee who made a difference to your academic career.

General Meetings 
Attend a Phi Theta Kappa General Meeting on Thursdays from 1:30-3:00pm in the NU101. 



AMERICORPS UPDATE

3rd Annual Service in Action Photo Contest

Colorado Campus Compact is thrilled to announce the 2013 Service in Action photo competition! This competition is open to all civically-engaged students from our member and partner institutions, including AmeriCorps member actively enrolled in Compact Service Corps. Winners receive a scholarship. For a complete list of rules and regulations click here.

FAREWELL FOR NOW

We look forward to using this "Civic Engagement Connections" blog to share announcements and help you stay connected to your campus and your community.  Come visit our office and found out more!

Center for Service-Learning - Making a Difference!

WEEK 4: JANUARY 22 - JANUARY 25

Hope you make this a great semester for you at Mesa Community College.  We are glad to see many new and familiar faces returning to our office to get involved and learn more about what great opportunities we have to offer.  Here's our third post on "Civic Engagement Connections":

CAMPUS ANNOUNCEMENTS

Maps for Your Class

Maps are very important for getting around campus.  If you need help finding a building, check out the campus map for Southern & Dobson and Red Mountain.  You can also get help from our Center for Service-Learning office (Lowel Level Kirk Center) or the Student Life Front Desk (2nd level, main floor of the Kirk Center).

Construction Underway
Construction is still underway in the Kirk Student Center.  Please be careful as you make your way through campus.

CENTER FOR SERVICE-LEARNING ANNOUNCEMENTS 

Hours of Operation
The Center for Service-Learning is open from 8-7pm Monday-Thursday and 8-5pm on Friday at the Southern and Dobson Campus. 

 

EVENT ANNOUNCEMENTS 

Get Your Taxes Done for FREE!

Need help preparing your 2012 tax return? Mesa United Way's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program may be able to help! Starting January 28 to April 13, 2013, Mesa United Way's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) will be here on both the Southern & Dobson and Red Mountain campus doing free tax filing! This service is offered to both students and the public. 

       Southern & Dobson Campus - Maricopa Room (Lower Level Kirk Center)

       Tuesdays & Thursdays: 6 PM - 9PM (sign up starts at 4pm)

       Saturdays: 9 AM - 1 PM

              **Closed Mar. 14, Mar 16**

       Red Mountain Campus

       Mondays: 6 PM - 9 PM

       Saturdays: 9 AM - 6 PM

              **Closed Jan 28, Feb 18, Mar 11, Mar 16**

Walk United

In partnership with Mesa United Way, MCC will host Walk United on Saturday, February 9, 2013, to support MCC students and Mesa community members. The event will feature a 5K walk/run at the Southern and Dobson campus.  All proceeds will go towards student scholarships and to Mesa United Way for those in need within the Mesa Community. By supporting Walk United, participants will join together with other community members to support students and their neighbors in need as they learn about scholarship and charity options available. For more information about registration and or volunteer opportunities click here.

Community Engagement Expo

Looking to find a community partner to do your service at?  Want to learn more about what our representative service-sites have to offer?  This is a great place for students to find a service-learning placement. We hope instructors bring their class and/or encourage students to attend. 

Southern & Dobson Campus - MU Lawn Tent 
January 30th & 31st
9:00am to 1:00pm

Red Mountain Campus - Saguaro Bldg.
February 6th
9:00am to 12:00pm

Scholastic Book Fair - February 22nd

One day, and one day only - our staff will be over by the NU101/Life Sciences Amphitheater selling books to raise money for our children's literature activities, such as Dr. Seuss' Birthday.  The event will be on February 22nd from 9-2pm - please stop buy and support literacy!

COMMUNITY PARTNER ANNOUNCEMENTS

Events & Opportunities
Check out the Events & Opportunities section of our website to see the different service events our community partners offer.  These would be great for both service-learning and community service needs.  If you are an approved Community Partner and would like your events on our website, please email christin.franco@mesacc.edu with information.   Current events include:

• Explore What's In Store (Jan 29)
• Point-in-Time Homeless Street County (Jan 30)
• Special Olympics Basketball (Feb)
• Gilbert Water Festival (Feb 28)
• Festival of the Arts (April 4)

EMECEC Seeks 16+ Students 
East Mesa Early Childhood Education Center, a Mesa Public Schools Special Education Preschool is looking for more than 16 MCC students to serve in a classroom setting.  If you are interested, contact Kathy Eustace at (480) 472-3989 or keustace@mpsaz.org

PHI THETA KAPPA ANNOUNCEMENTS

Join Phi Theta Kappa

January 14th is the first day to join MCC's national Honor Society for the semester.  Three qualifications are needed to join:

1. Currently enrolled in at least 1 credit hour at Mesa Community College
2. Have completed 12 credit hours of course work over 100-level at a Maricopa Community College location (i.e. MCC) 
3. Have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher

Mentor Nomination Form

Please make sure to nominate a mentor when you join Phi Theta Kappa.  This is your chance to recognize an MCC employee who made a difference to your academic career.

Fishpalooza Fridays

CollegeFish.org is hosting "Fishpalooza Fridays" every Friday in January from 1:00 to 3:00pm EST.  Advisors and students can attend a free online webinar to learn about the new CollegeFish.org website and see the new features demonstrated live, as well as ask questions.  Attendees will be entered for a chance to win a $50 Barnes & Noble gift card.  Log in here and call 866.816.6346, code 3349624.  Email support@collegefish.org for more information.

General Meetings 
Attend a Phi Theta Kappa General Meeting on Thursdays from 1:30-3:00pm in the NU101.



AMERICORPS UPDATE

3rd Annual Service in Action Photo Contest

Colorado Campus Compact is thrilled to announce the 2013 Service in Action photo competition! This competition is open to all civically-engaged students from our member and partner institutions, including AmeriCorps member actively enrolled in Compact Service Corps. Winners receive a scholarship. For a complete list of rules and regulations click here.

FAREWELL FOR NOW

We look forward to using this "Civic Engagement Connections" blog to share announcements and help you stay connected to your campus and your community.  Come visit our office and found out more!

Center for Service-Learning - Making a Difference!

Week 3: January 14 - January 18

Hope you make this a great semester for you at Mesa Community College.  We are glad to see many new and familiar faces returning to our office to get involved and learn more about what great opportunities we have to offer.  Here's our third post on "Civic Engagement Connections":

CAMPUS ANNOUNCEMENTS

Maps for Your Class
Maps are very important for getting around campus.  If you need help finding a building, check out the campus map for Southern & Dobson and Red Mountain.  You can also get help from our Center for Service-Learning office (Lowel Level Kirk Center) or the Student Life Front Desk (2nd level, main floor of the Kirk Center).

Construction Underway
Construction is still underway in the Kirk Student Center.  Please be careful as you make your way through campus.

CENTER FOR SERVICE-LEARNING ANNOUNCEMENTS 

Hours of Operation
The Center for Service-Learning is open from 8-7pm Monday-Thursday and 8-5pm on Friday at the Southern and Dobson Campus. 

Independent Module
Students can register for Spring 2013 open entry/open exit Independent Module service-learning classes.  This is a required component to graduate with Honors from Mesa Community College and you can earn 1-credit for 50 hours of service.  To learn more, visit our website on Independent Module.

In-Course Module Orientations
There are still more Orientations for those doing an In-Course Module course, where service-learning is a component built-in to a class:

• January 22nd at 7:10pm (Kiva Room)
• January 23rd at 5:00pm (Kiva Room)

Please plan to attend an orientation for your course.  

In-Course Module Make-Up Orientations in February
If you cannot attend one of the two sessions above and you missed the Service-Learning orientations last week, our office will be holding Make-Up Orientations throughout the month of February in AS-191 on:

• Tuesdays at 12:00pm
• Wednesdays at 5:00pm

 

EVENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

Community Engagement Expo

Looking to find a community partner to do your service at?  Want to learn more about what our representative service-sites have to offer?  This is a great place for students to find a service-learning placement. We hope instructors bring their class and/or encourage students to attend.

Southern & Dobson Campus - MU Lawn Tent 
January 30th & 31st
9:00am to 1:00pm

Red Mountain Campus - Saguaro Bldg.
February 6th
9:00am to 12:00pm

Scholastic Book Fair
One day, and one day only - our staff will be over by the NU101/Life Sciences Amphitheater selling books to raise money for our children's literature activities, such as Dr. Seuss' Birthday.  The event will run from 9-2pm - please stop buy and support literacy!

COMMUNITY PARTNER ANNOUNCEMENTS

Events & Opportunities
Check out the Events & Opportunities section of our website to see the different service events our community partners offer.  These would be great for both service-learning and community service needs.  If you are an approved Community Partner and would like your events on our website, please email christin.franco@mesacc.edu with information.   Current events include:

• Explore What's in Store! (Jan 29)

• Point-In-Time Homeless Street County (Jan 30)

• Special Olympics Basketball (Feb)

• Gilbert Water Festival (Feb 28)
• Festival of the Arts (April 4)

EMECEC Seeks 16+ Students 
East Mesa Early Childhood Education Center, a Mesa Public Schools Special Education Preschool is looking for more than 16 MCC students to serve in a classroom setting.  If you are interested, contact Kathy Eustace at (480) 472-3989 or keustace@mpsaz.org

PHI THETA KAPPA ANNOUNCEMENTS

Join Phi Theta Kappa

January 14th is the first day to join MCC's national Honor Society for the semester.  Three qualifications are needed to join:

1. Currently enrolled in at least 1 credit hour at Mesa Community College
2. Have completed 12 credit hours of course work over 100-level at a Maricopa Community College location (i.e. MCC) 
3. Have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher

Mentor Nomination Form

Please make sure to nominate a mentor when you join Phi Theta Kappa.  This is your chance to recognize an MCC employee who made a difference to your academic career.

Fishpalooza Fridays

CollegeFish.org is hosting "Fishpalooza Fridays" every Friday in January from 1:00 to 3:00pm EST.  Advisors and students can attend a free online webinar to learn about the new CollegeFish.org website and see the new features demonstrated live, as well as ask questions.  Attendees will be entered for a chance to win a $50 Barnes & Noble gift card.  Log in here and call 866.816.6346, code 3349624.  Email support@collegefish.org for more information.


FAREWELL FOR NOW

We look forward to using this "Civic Engagement Connections" blog to share announcements and help you stay connected to your campus and your community.  Come visit our office and found out more!

Center for Service-Learning - Making a Difference!

Week 2: January 7 - January 11

Get ready to start the school semester off right!  Here's our next post on "Civic Engagement Connections":

CAMPUS ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome Back MCC Students!
Classes starts back for MCC students on Saturday, January 12th.  Check out the campus map for Southern & Dobson and Red Mountain to find out where your classes are.

Construction Underway
Be aware that construction may still be going on in the Kirk Student Center and many of the paths are blocked with barricade signs.  Normal routes may have changed and you may have to enter through the Lower Level or 3rd Floor, depending on construction.


Student Services Returns to Their Regular Location
Many of your highly-needed Student Services - financial aid, registration, advising, Veterans Affairs, testing center - will be back in their traditional location starting Monday, Jan 14th .  Look above for campus maps or stop by the Center for Service-Learning office (Lowel Level Kirk Center) or Student Life Front Desk (2nd main level Kirk Center) and we can help direct you to your desired location.

CENTER FOR SERVICE-LEARNING ANNOUNCEMENTS 

Hours of Operation
The Center for Service-Learning is open from 8-7pm Monday-Thursday and 8-5pm on Friday at the Southern and Dobson Campus. 

Independent Module
Students can register for Spring 2013 open entry/open exit Independent Module service-learning classes.  This is a required component to graduate with Honors from Mesa Community College and you can earn 1-credit for 50 hours of service.  To learn more, visit our website on Independent Module.

In-Course Module
Below are the Orientation Dates for those doing an In-Course Module course, where there is a service-learning component built-in to their class:

• January 16th at 8:00am, 10:00am & 11:00am
• January 17th at 9:00am, 10:30am, 12:00pm, and 1:30pm
• January 22nd at 7:10pm
• January 23rd at 5:00pm

Orientations will be held in the Kiva Room (Lower Level of the Kirk Student Center).  Please plan to attend an orientation for your course.

 

EVENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

Community Engagement Expo

Looking to find a community partner to do your service at?  Want to learn more about what our representative service-sites have to offer?  This is a great place for students to find a service-learning placement. We hope instructors bring their class and/or encourage students to attend.

Southern & Dobson Campus - MU Lawn Tent 
January 30th & 31st
9:00am to 1:00pm

Red Mountain Campus - Saguaro Bldg.
February 6th
9:00am to 12:00pm

COMMUNITY PARTNER ANNOUNCEMENTS

 Events & Opportunities
Check out the Events & Opportunities section of our website to see the different service events our community partners offer.  These would be great for both service-learning and community service needs.  If you are an approved Community Partner and would like your events on our website, please email christin.franco@mesacc.edu with information.   Current events include:

• Explore What's in Store! (Jan 29)

• Point-In-Time Homeless Street County (Jan 30)

• Special Olympics Basketball (Feb)

• Gilbert Water Festival (Feb 28)
• Festival of the Arts (April 4)

EMECEC Seeks 16+ Students 
East Mesa Early Childhood Education Center, a Mesa Public Schools Special Education Preschool is looking for more than 16 MCC students to serve in a classroom setting.  If you are interested, contact Kathy Eustace at (480) 472-3989 or keustace@mpsaz.org

PHI THETA KAPPA ANNOUNCEMENTS

Join Phi Theta Kappa

January 14th is the first day to join MCC's national Honor Society for the semester.  Three qualifications are needed to join:

1. Currently enrolled in at least 1 credit hour at Mesa Community College
2. Have completed 12 credit hours of course work over 100-level at a Maricopa Community College location (i.e. MCC) 
3. Have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher

Mentor Nomination Form

Please make sure to nominate a mentor when you join Phi Theta Kappa.  This is your chance to recognize an MCC employee who made a difference to your academic career.

Fishpalooza Fridays

CollegeFish.org is hosting "Fishpalooza Fridays" every Friday in January from 1:00 to 3:00pm EST.  Advisors and students can attend a free online webinar to learn about the new CollegeFish.org website and see the new features demonstrated live, as well as ask questions.  Attendees will be entered for a chance to win a $50 Barnes & Noble gift card.  Log in here and call 866.816.6346, code 3349624.  Email support@collegefish.org for more information.


FAREWELL FOR NOW

Get ready to start the new year off right here at Mesa Community College. We look forward to using this "Civic Engagement Connections" blog to share announcements and help you stay connected to your campus and your community.

Center for Service-Learning - Making a Difference!

Week 1: January 1 - January 4

Happy New Year!  Cheers to our first post on "Civic Engagement Connections"

CAMPUS ANNOUNCEMENTS

Welcome Back MCC Employees and Students!
Even though classes starts back for MCC students on Saturday, January 12th, many MCC employees are starting to head back to campus today. 

Construction Underway
Be aware that construction is going on in the Kirk Student Center and many of the paths are blocked with barricade signs.  Please note as you attempt to reach your destination as your normal route may have changed.


Student Services @ the Library
Many of your highly-needed services - financial aid, registration, advising, Veterans Affairs, testing center - have been currently moved to the library at this time for "one-stop shopping".

CENTER FOR SERVICE-LEARNING ANNOUNCEMENTS 

Hours of Operation
Look forward to the Center for Service-Learning returning to the normal hours of 8-7pm Monday-Thursday and 8-5pm on Friday at the Southern and Dobson Campus. 

Independent Module
Students can register for Spring 2013 open entry/open exit Independent Module service-learning classes.  This is a required component to graduate with Honors from Mesa Community College and you can earn 1-credit for 50 hours of service.  To learn more, visit our website on Independent Module.

In-Course Module
Below are the Orientation Dates for those doing an In-Course Module course, where there is a service-learning component built-in to their class:

• January 16th at 8:00am, 10:00am & 11:00am
• January 17th at 9:00am, 10:30am, 12:00pm, and 1:30pm
• January 22nd at 7:10pm
• January 23rd at 5:00pm

Orientations will be held in the Kiva Room (Lower Level of the Kirk Student Center).  Please plan to attend an orientation for your course.

EVENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

Community Engagement Expo

Looking to find a community partner to do your service at?  Want to learn more about what our representative service-sites have to offer?  This is a great place for students to find a service-learning placement. We hope instructors bring their class and/or encourage students to attend.

Southern & Dobson Campus - MU Lawn Tent 
January 30th & 31st
9:00am to 1:00pm

Red Mountain Campus - Saguaro Bldg.
February 6th
9:00am to 12:00pm

COMMUNITY PARTNER ANNOUNCEMENTS

Events & Opportunities
Check out the Events & Opportunities section of our website to see the different service events our community partners offer.  These would be great for both service-learning and community service needs.  If you are an approved Community Partner and would like your events on our website, please email christin.franco@mesacc.edu with information.

PHI THETA KAPPA ANNOUNCEMENTS

Join Phi Theta Kappa

January 14th is the first day to join MCC's national Honor Society for the semester.  Three qualifications are needed to join:

1. Currently enrolled in at least 1 credit hour at Mesa Community College
2. Have completed 12 credit hours of course work over 100-level at a Maricopa Community College location (i.e. MCC) 
3. Have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher

Mentor Nomination Form

Please make sure to nominate a mentor when you join Phi Theta Kappa.  This is your chance to recognize an MCC employee who made a difference to your academic career.

Fishpalooza Fridays

CollegeFish.org is hosting "Fishpalooza Fridays" every Friday in January from 1:00 to 3:00pm EST.  Advisors and students can attend a free online webinar to learn about the new CollegeFish.org website and see the new features demonstrated live, as well as ask questions.  Attendees will be entered for a chance to win a $50 Barnes & Noble gift card.  Log in here and call 866.816.6346, code 3349624.  Email support@collegefish.org for more information.


FAREWELL FOR NOW

There are so many exciting endeavors to look forward to this coming Spring 2013 semester at Mesa Community College and with the Center for Service-Learning.  We look forward to using this "Civic Engagement Connections" blog to share announcements.  

Center for Service-Learning - Making a Difference!