Zumba, Zumba, Zumba

Now there are even more Zumba classes at MCC. For the fall 2011 semester, we've added Mon and Wed classes from 7-8 pm. The M/W 6-7 am and T/R 7-8 pm slots remain also. That's 6 total opportunities to Zumba your heart out. Classes start 9/1. Hope to Zumba with ya!

Register Now!

The summer is whizzing by and a new academic year is drawing near. Registration is open for non-credit and credit class for fall 2011. Classes begin 8/22. Get your enrollment taken care of now so you can stand by and watch your friends panic during add/drop week. You won't regret it!

Instant Piano

Ever wanted to learn to play the piano like a pro? Becky Whitney (from Hurricane area) wants to come to campus and teach an Instant Piano workshop, as well as a Play by Ear workshop. We just need you. If you're interested let the front desk know, or e-mail or call me, so we can compile a list. Then, we'll be able to schedule Becky to come to campus and turn us all into expert pianists in no time (with a little practice, of course).

Farewell, Lori!

A big farewell to Lori Wyler our dedicated librarian. Lori has worked at NMC for 25 years and is now retiring. She will be missed. Look for Kim in the library next week...

College for Kids

College for Kids is underway. It's fun to have the kids on campus again. I visited Leysi's scrapbooking class where Jocelyn, Camilla and Demiree were soaking up her knowledge and creating some outstanding photo pages. Kids of all ages have been eyeing the pollywogs in the plaza pond. Signs of summer...

Congrats, Kristopher!

Congrats to Kristopher Bradshaw this year's Mohave Serves scholarship recipient. Here's Kris with his parents, Charles and Fawn Bradshaw, at the MCC Foundation Silver Sage Golf Classic at Kokopelli, where the award was publicly announced. Kris says he's planning to study medicine.

Drama, Drama, Drama

Here's a couple pix I got while watching the theater class during their final exam. The ladies performed a scene from Steel Magnolias (directed by Artie Hammon) with Vy Barlow (Clairee Belcher), Helena Darger (Truvy Jones), Mary Timpson (Shelby Eatenton Latcherie), Sandy Naylor (M'Lynn Eatenton), and Raine Berg (Annelle Dupuy Desoto). The guys did a scene from I Hate Hamlet with Richard Barlow (John Barrymore), Jesse Barlow (Gary Peter Lefkowitz) and Alex Ivory (Andrew Rally). Very entertaining!

GRADS, GRADS, GRADS!

Congrats to all the Grads! Here's Alex Barlow and sis Vy Barlow with Sienna Horsley at commencement and Shem Barlow as he pins Fern Batement at the nurse pinning with their son Cairo. You guys rock :)

Art Time

Well, you may have notice the fabulous art display in the Student Center, courtesy of our watercolors students and art instructor Kathy Cieslewicz. Richard Barlow had two pieces displayed (pictured here) and also tells me he is planning on taking the Figure Drawing course Kathy is offering this summer. Students taking this course will have the advantage of being poised to launch into the new art degree program Kathy is working with administration on setting up for next academic year. Look for more info to come on this awesome new opportunity at NMC.

Crash

Don't miss the free screening of the film Crash in Rm 103 tonight from 4-7 pm AZ time. The Diversity Committee is holding a discussion after the screening.

Photo Contest Deadline Near

If you're interested in entering The Beauty of MCC photo contest and you haven't yet made a submission, be sure to do so before the 5/16 deadline. Submissions must be received by MPIO before 5 p.m. (AZ time). Everyone is invited to enter.

The grand prize is $200, 2nd is $150, 3rd is $100. 10 page prizes of $40 each will be awarded, also. The prize money is generously contributed through the MCC Foundation.

Visit MCC online at http://mohave.edu/pages/148.asp
or on Facebook for complete rules and instructions on how to submit your entries

The photographs will be featured in MCC's 40th anniversary calendar.

New MCC Website

This month the MCC website gets a face-lift. Look for the new site to be unveiled 5/31.

Listen to me!

Richard Barlow (pictured) parries Alex Ivory as they perform a scene from "I Hate Hamlet" during student recognition. They announced that the theatre class has invited the community to attend their final May 12 at 8 pm.

Student Recognition

Deborah Neve and Katie Christensen tucked into a bite to eat at the annual Student Recognition Luncheon today. It was a gorgeous day and many people sat out on the plaza patio for lunch. Congrats to all the awardees!

Easter Egg Hunt Fun For All

Many kids, like this darling little girl, hunted for eggs during the SAC event held Saturday on campus. Lots of attendees joined the family fun. Thanks SAC for the great community event. If you missed out, just hope for a return of this event next year. Let your SAC reps know you want this event.

Great Barrier Reef Experience

Don't miss your rare opportunity to explore the Great Barrier Reef near Austratlia tonight at 7:30 p.m. in the ITV in the Student Center.

Early Registration

Early reg for Summer and Fall semesters is open starting this week. Get in and get enrolled. Beat out everyone else and get what you want!

Easter Egg Hunt

SAC is hosting an easter egg hunt on campus this Saturday from 10-1 AZ time (11-2 UT time). The preschoolers' hunt is at 10, ages 4-6 hunt at 10:30 and ages 7-10 at 11. Lunch - hot dogs, chips, lemonade- will be served at 11:30. Bring the kiddies to forage for loot and then sit on the front lawn or in the plaza to munch on your free lunch. The event is sure to be a good time for all. Dont miss out on the fun. I'll be there and hope to see you, too!

Foundation Donor Appreciation Luncheon

The MCC Foundation Donor Appreciation Luncheion was held yesterday at Merry Wives. Stephanie, Sophie, Monica and Robert all turned out for the event. Dr. Klaas and Dr. Cawley were there as well as Carolyn and Ariel. The scholarship reciepients had a chance to meet and thank the people who made extra financial support for their academic dreams a reality. It was a good time (great decor as you can see lol) and a fun visit.

Iron Man Kris does it again!

Our own Kris Hansen has done the seemingly impossible - again. Last weekend he ran a 100-mile marathon on Antelope Island in the Great Salt Lake. Runners were given 30 hours to complete the marathon and ran straight through the day and night. Kris said he finished in 27 hours. Not quite the same challenge as the Iron Man race he competed in last year, but definitely not shabby. He also said the scenery was beautiful, especially the panorama of the city lights from neighboring Bountiful and Ogden (that's a pretty good stretch). Wow, wait a view... Way to go, Kris. Congrats on another successful marathon!

Farewell, Brandon

Well, Brandon Boulter, our Director of Student Services, is leaving us this week. Tomorrow is his last day with MCC. He's off to focus on his web-based biz full time. His fun-loving presence will be missed on campus. Pop into his office to say goodbye if you have a chance.

Let's Zumba!

For the very first time, North is offering Zumba classes. Zumba is a dance fitness workout inspired by salsa moves. Mandy LeBaron is the instructor and is excited to get started. This is sure to be a great class. So, if you're looking for a new twist on your workout or just some fun, sign up now! Classes are on Tue from 7-8 p.m. and 8-9 p.m. The later class will have a Hip Hop slant. The cost is just $20 and the course will run for 10 weeks. Don't miss out - classes are filling up fast. I've already got my spot...

Let Your Voice be Heard

If you missed Chat with the Dean, visit the NMC Facebook page and let Dean Hamblin know what's on your mind. To be or not to be smoke free? The main topic of discussion for forums right now is whether or not we want to ban smoking at MCC. I know this is a hot issue, so visit the page and weigh in on it!

Transfer Night

Tonight is Tranfer Night at NMC. Schools from across the country will be on campus to talk to students beginning at 5. Don't miss your chance to talk to a college rep live. See ya there!

Chat w/ the Dean

Don't miss Chat with the Dean. Dean Hamblin will be meeting with students to discuss a "smoke free MCC" and retaining student access to the H drive. She will also have open time for any issues student wish to bring up. If you can't make the chat today in the student lounge (400 building) at 2:00, catch one Monday at 3:30pm or 6:30pm in the student lounge. Hope to see ya there!

Transfer Information Week

Mark it on your calendar. MCC is holding transfer information week 2/28-3/3. On Thursday, Mar. 3, college and university reps will be on campus to answer any student questions. If you're wondering about course requirements, scholarships or anything at all, these reps can help you. NAU, SUU, Chamberlain College of Nursing, Colorado Technical University, Grand Canyon University and University of Maryland University College are sending reps to talk with you. Other institutions have sent printed materials you can pick up at the same time. Don't miss out on this opportunity.
Meeting a person who's experienced the campus and the school culture is invaluable in forming a clear perception of what it will be like to attend the school. The web and phone conversations are not the same, especially on aspects like student life. Come meet the reps face-to-face, you won't regret it!

Seniors Hit Campus!

Yesterday was Senior Day. Local high school seniors came to MCC (see Academic Chair John Cawley hanging with the students) to learn about MCC programs and college in general. Director Of Student Services Brandon Boulter also shared gems with them regarding financial aid and how to choose the right college to fit their goals. As an added bonus, the students got free lunch - pizza, chips and pop. I always like seeing the students on campus as their exploring the next step in their lives. Seemed like they had a good time and appreciated the information they were able to glean from our presentations.

Time for Spring Dreamographer Vote

It's that time again. The nominations have been made, now get out and vote for a Spring semester Dreamographer. You can review nominations here http://www.mohave.edu/pages/2155.asp and vote here http://www.zoomerang.com/Survey/WEB22BTTUPC2WW/ . Deadline is Friday, 2/4, at 5:00 p.m. Don't forget to vote!

Welcome Back

Wow, everyone is back on campus as the first week of classes gets underway. SAC Pres Helena Darger served free chips and hot dogs to hungry students and staff (like Fern Batemen) during our Welcome Back event. This week has gone pretty smoothly so far, fortunately. I think everybody is settling into the new semester fine.

And We're Back

What a great holiday and now it's back to work! I hope everyone had as wonderful a holiday as I did. I went to watch the Utes in the Vegas Bowl and, though the game was kinda dismal for my team, I had a good time.

Now we're back to full swing registration. See Leysi busily helping students. It will be nice when registration is done and we've got student back on campus for classes.