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<story_unique_id>a500a19a-3e50-0cc4-bd72-00b1669368a2</story_unique_id><story_id>127318</story_id><status_changed_at>2026-05-04 00:00:01.000</status_changed_at><submitter_name>Sharon Anthony</submitter_name><story_headline>Shape the Future of Advising at MC - Join Us May 6</story_headline><story_body>&#60;p&#62;Montgomery College will host its upcoming Advising Forward event on May 6 from 12:30-3 p.m. on the Germantown Campus (beginning in HT 123), bringing together faculty and staff to explore the College&#39;s proposed holistic advising framework. A highlight of the event will be a student panel, where students will share their advising needs, reflect on their experiences, and offer insights into what has most effectively supported their success. Their perspectives will help ground the conversation in the lived realities of MC students and reinforce the importance of coordinated, student-centered advising.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;In addition to the student panel, members of the Academic Advising Leadership Team will present the proposed model and outline the roles and responsibilities of program advisors, counselors, and success coaches within this holistic advising framework. Participants will then engage in breakout sessions focused on advising roles and responsibilities, with opportunities to provide input about the model&#39;s design and identify gaps, resource needs, and professional development priorities. This collaborative dialogue is designed to ensure that the framework reflects the expertise of MC employees while advancing a shared vision for holistic student support.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;Everyone is welcome! You are encouraged to register in Workday to earn professional development for your participation: https://www.myworkday.com/mc/learning/offering/0c9ef187debb1001a43d3e597ec70000?type=7c48590b5257100009485b7a25ae0068&#60;/p&#62;</story_body><attached_files/>
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<story_unique_id>b2798175-9ee7-a204-d1fe-37c4d115c13c</story_unique_id><story_id>127319</story_id><status_changed_at>2026-05-04 00:00:01.000</status_changed_at><submitter_name>Medwin Nora</submitter_name><story_headline>STEM Ambassadors April 2026 Newsletter</story_headline><story_body>&#60;p&#62;STEM Ambassadors continue to inspire curiosity and a love for STEM across our community. We have continued to travel across Montgomery County; from events on our campuses to Montgomery County&#39;s Courthouse to public schools in Clarksburg and Silver Spring! Read on to learn everything STEM Ambassadors accomplished about their exciting activities this month! Please refer to the attached file at the end of the article for the newsletter!&#60;/p&#62;</story_body><attached_files><attachmentcount>4</attachmentcount><attached_file><file><rawname>April 2026 Newsletter.pdf</rawname><href>attach/b2798175-9ee7-a204-d1fe-37c4d115c13c/April 2026 Newsletter.pdf</href></file></attached_file><attached_file><file><rawname>1.png</rawname><href>attach/b2798175-9ee7-a204-d1fe-37c4d115c13c/1.png</href></file><thumbnail><rawname>tn_1.png</rawname><href>attach/b2798175-9ee7-a204-d1fe-37c4d115c13c/tn_1.png</href></thumbnail></attached_file><attached_file><file><rawname>2.png</rawname><href>attach/b2798175-9ee7-a204-d1fe-37c4d115c13c/2.png</href></file><thumbnail><rawname>tn_2.png</rawname><href>attach/b2798175-9ee7-a204-d1fe-37c4d115c13c/tn_2.png</href></thumbnail></attached_file><attached_file><file><rawname>3.png</rawname><href>attach/b2798175-9ee7-a204-d1fe-37c4d115c13c/3.png</href></file><thumbnail><rawname>tn_3.png</rawname><href>attach/b2798175-9ee7-a204-d1fe-37c4d115c13c/tn_3.png</href></thumbnail></attached_file></attached_files><display_image><rawname>di_1.png</rawname><href>attach/b2798175-9ee7-a204-d1fe-37c4d115c13c/di_1.png</href></display_image><category_name>College News</category_name><featured_story>0</featured_story><show_display_picture>1</show_display_picture><display_order_in_category>50</display_order_in_category><story_summary/>
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<story_unique_id>4eaf3b0c-3471-7784-b90a-f12c41e056b0</story_unique_id><story_id>127320</story_id><status_changed_at>2026-05-04 00:00:01.000</status_changed_at><submitter_name>Ezra Pine</submitter_name><story_headline>40 Years of Excellence: Honoring the Life and Legacy of Professor Lee Annis</story_headline><story_body>&#60;p&#62;Lee Annis was a longtime faculty member at Montgomery College who changed the lives of so many people who knew him. He sadly passed away on March 5, 2026, after a short bout with a very aggressive cancer.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;Since joining Montgomery College (MC) in 1986, Annis taught at all three MC campuses, primarily at Rockville. He was a cornerstone of the institution. A professor of history and political science, he also served as chair of the Department of History and Political Science and earned recognition as an expert on local and national politics. The College recognized his commitment to scholarship and teaching when he earned the 2022-2023 Outstanding Faculty Award for Excellence in Scholarly or Professional Accomplishments--an honor that reflected both his academic work and his decades of service.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;Learn more about his life and legacy here: https://www.montgomerycollege.edu/news/features/honoring-dr-james-lee-annis-at-mc.html&#60;/p&#62;</story_body><attached_files><attachmentcount>2</attachmentcount><attached_file><file><rawname>LeeWithFormerStudent.jpg</rawname><href>attach/4eaf3b0c-3471-7784-b90a-f12c41e056b0/LeeWithFormerStudent.jpg</href></file><thumbnail><rawname>tn_0.jpg</rawname><href>attach/4eaf3b0c-3471-7784-b90a-f12c41e056b0/tn_0.jpg</href></thumbnail></attached_file><attached_file><file><rawname>LeeAnnisBookSigning.jpg</rawname><href>attach/4eaf3b0c-3471-7784-b90a-f12c41e056b0/LeeAnnisBookSigning.jpg</href></file><thumbnail><rawname>tn_1.jpg</rawname><href>attach/4eaf3b0c-3471-7784-b90a-f12c41e056b0/tn_1.jpg</href></thumbnail></attached_file></attached_files><display_image><rawname>di_0.jpg</rawname><href>attach/4eaf3b0c-3471-7784-b90a-f12c41e056b0/di_0.jpg</href></display_image><category_name>College News</category_name><featured_story>0</featured_story><show_display_picture>1</show_display_picture><display_order_in_category>60</display_order_in_category><story_summary/>
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<story_unique_id>a9fe1055-e14a-fb54-a532-eb5ebc5ab43c</story_unique_id><story_id>127321</story_id><status_changed_at>2026-05-04 00:00:01.000</status_changed_at><submitter_name>Ezra Pine</submitter_name><story_headline>Join Us on Tuesday, May 5 for Dogfishing for MC Scholarships!</story_headline><story_body>&#60;p&#62;Looking for a way to give back &#38;amp; connect with fellow students? Join the Montgomery College Alumni Association on Tuesday, May 5 at the Dogfish Head Alehouse in Gaithersburg for the 13th annual Dogfishing for MC Scholarships fundraiser! Enjoy a meal with friends while supporting scholarships--15% of all sales &#38;amp; proceeds from a raffle, silent auction, and more benefit Montgomery College students. Stop by anytime from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and be part of the impact!&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;RSVP here: https://dogfishing4mc2026.rsvpify.com/&#60;/p&#62;</story_body><attached_files><attachmentcount>1</attachmentcount><attached_file><file><rawname>MCAlumniDogfish.jpg</rawname><href>attach/a9fe1055-e14a-fb54-a532-eb5ebc5ab43c/MCAlumniDogfish.jpg</href></file><thumbnail><rawname>tn_0.jpg</rawname><href>attach/a9fe1055-e14a-fb54-a532-eb5ebc5ab43c/tn_0.jpg</href></thumbnail></attached_file></attached_files><display_image><rawname>di_0.jpg</rawname><href>attach/a9fe1055-e14a-fb54-a532-eb5ebc5ab43c/di_0.jpg</href></display_image><category_name>College News</category_name><featured_story>0</featured_story><show_display_picture>1</show_display_picture><display_order_in_category>70</display_order_in_category><story_summary/>
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<story_unique_id>40d0d47f-4e2f-7654-edfe-44ecd1c59687</story_unique_id><story_id>127174</story_id><status_changed_at>2026-05-04 00:00:01.000</status_changed_at><submitter_name>Nghi Nguyen</submitter_name><story_headline>May AANHPI Heritage Month Events</story_headline><story_body>&#60;p&#62;Join us for a month-long celebration of AANHPI Heritage Month with a variety of events at Montgomery College and Montgomery County.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;You can view the full May AANHPI Event flyer or visit our website - https://www.montgomerycollege.edu/_documents/events/asian-pacific-heritage/aanhpi-event-may-schedule.pdf&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Montgomery County AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration Event&#60;/strong&#62;&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;Sunday, May 3, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., Seneca Valley High School, 19401 Crystal Rock Dr., Germantown MD 20874&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;As a part of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, celebrated in May, the Asian American Health Initiative (AAHI) and Office of Community Partnerships (OCP) invites you and your whole family to our fifth-annual AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration!&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;This year, on Sunday, May 3, 11 a.m.-4 p.m., join us for captivating cultural performances, discover resources in the AAPI community, participate in our health fair, kid-friendly activities, and explore the rich cultures of our diverse community! 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<story_unique_id>86d8d349-c526-b7d4-ed0d-e86503bff453</story_unique_id><story_id>125755</story_id><status_changed_at>2026-05-04 00:00:01.000</status_changed_at><submitter_name>Michelle Chan</submitter_name><story_headline>Academic Services Council Meeting - May 6, 2026</story_headline><story_body>&#60;p&#62;The MC Community is invited to attend the next Academic Services Council meeting scheduled for Wednesday, May 6, 2026, beginning at 10 a.m. The meeting will be conducted via Zoom.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;The agenda will be posted on the Academic Services Council website at least 3 days prior to the meeting at: &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.montgomerycollege.edu/about-mc/governance/councils/academic-services-council/index.html&#34;&#62;https://www.montgomerycollege.edu/about-mc/governance/councils/academic-services-council/index.html&#60;/a&#62;.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;The Zoom link can be accessed on the Governance Councils Meeting Information website at: &#60;a href=&#34;https://info.montgomerycollege.edu/secured/governance/index.html&#34;&#62;https://info.montgomerycollege.edu/secured/governance/index.html&#60;/a&#62;.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;For more information, please send an email to &#60;a href=&#34;mailto:academicservicescouncil@montgomerycollege.edu&#34;&#62;academicservicescouncil@montgomerycollege.edu&#60;/a&#62;.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;The Academic Services Council considers discussions on academic support programs including assessment centers, labs, registration, scheduling, website information, and transfer and articulation agreements. The Council forwards suggestions to the College Council, the Senior Vice Presidents or other councils, as appropriate, for further consideration and/or action.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;To bring an issue to the attention of the Academic Services Council, please contact Dr. Angela Nissing at Angela.Nissing@montgomerycollege.edu or attend and voice your concerns at the beginning of the meeting.&#60;/p&#62;</story_body><attached_files/>
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<story_unique_id>e8b01c79-1859-64a4-a9df-1a8da11fe85a</story_unique_id><story_id>125874</story_id><status_changed_at>2026-05-04 00:00:01.000</status_changed_at><submitter_name>Priscyla Aguilar</submitter_name><story_headline>Join Us for Upcoming Future Students Information Sessions!</story_headline><story_body>&#60;p&#62;Thinking about applying to Montgomery College? Have you already applied and don&#39;t know what to do next? Want to learn more about what MC has to offer? Join us for a Future Student Information Session to learn the ins and outs of MC, the benefits of being a student here, and how we can support you every step of the way. Each event lasts approximately 90 minutes. All events begin at 5 p.m. at various campus locations.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;ul&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;li&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;https://www.montgomerycollege.edu/about-mc/campuses-and-locations/east-county-education-center/index.html&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34;&#62;East County Education Center&#60;/a&#62;,Room 140, April 6, May 5&#60;/li&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;li&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;https://www.montgomerycollege.edu/about-mc/campuses-and-locations/germantown-campus/index.html&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34;&#62;Germantown Campus&#60;/a&#62; High Technology &#38;amp; Science Center- Room HT 216, March 3, April 14, May 19&#60;/li&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;li&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;https://www.montgomerycollege.edu/about-mc/campuses-and-locations/rockville-campus/index.html&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34;&#62;Rockville Campus&#60;/a&#62; Long Nguyen and Kimmy Duong Student Services Center-Room SV 220, Feb 17, March 17, May 12&#60;/li&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;li&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;https://www.montgomerycollege.edu/about-mc/campuses-and-locations/takoma-park-silver-spring-campus/index.html&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34;&#62;Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus&#60;/a&#62; Charlene R. Nunley Student Services Center-Room ST 329, February 24, March 31, April 20&#60;/li&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;/ul&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;To request a reasonable accommodation, please email Camille Cauley at &#60;a href=&#34;mailto:recruitevents@montgomerycollege.edu?subject=&#34;&#62;recruitevents@montgomerycollege.edu&#60;/a&#62;. Requests should be made at least two weeks in advance of the event.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;Register Here https://survey.alchemer.com/s3/8498644/Future-Students-Information-Sessions-Sign-Up&#60;/p&#62;</story_body><attached_files/>
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<story_unique_id>922ffc6f-0fef-5514-e586-4c78c58bb221</story_unique_id><story_id>127059</story_id><status_changed_at>2026-05-04 00:00:01.000</status_changed_at><submitter_name>Dafany Molina</submitter_name><story_headline>Extended Gym Hours on Wednesdays for TP/SS</story_headline><story_body>&#60;p&#62;Looking for more time to get a workout in? The on-campus Fitness Center has extended hours on Wednesdays to better support your schedule.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;Pavilion 4, Room 101 Open to current students and MC employees&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Hours:&#60;/strong&#62;&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;ul&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;li&#62;Monday: 7-8:30 a.m.&#60;/li&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;li&#62;Tuesday: 7-9 a.m.&#60;/li&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;li&#62;Wednesday: 7-8:30 a.m. and 3:15-5:15 p.m.&#60;/li&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;li&#62;Thursday: 7-9 a.m.&#60;/li&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;li&#62;Friday: 7-9 a.m.&#60;/li&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;/ul&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;Take advantage of the additional afternoon time and stop by when it works for you.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;Want to see even more hours? Be sure to sign the petition that the Student Government Association has created to advocate for you!&#60;/p&#62;</story_body><attached_files><attachmentcount>2</attachmentcount><attached_file><file><rawname>MCTPSSGymPoster.pdf</rawname><href>attach/922ffc6f-0fef-5514-e586-4c78c58bb221/MCTPSSGymPoster.pdf</href></file></attached_file><attached_file><file><rawname>MCTPSSGymPoster.jpg</rawname><href>attach/922ffc6f-0fef-5514-e586-4c78c58bb221/MCTPSSGymPoster.jpg</href></file><thumbnail><rawname>tn_1.jpg</rawname><href>attach/922ffc6f-0fef-5514-e586-4c78c58bb221/tn_1.jpg</href></thumbnail></attached_file></attached_files><display_image><rawname>di_1.jpg</rawname><href>attach/922ffc6f-0fef-5514-e586-4c78c58bb221/di_1.jpg</href></display_image><category_name>Student News</category_name><featured_story>0</featured_story><show_display_picture>1</show_display_picture><display_order_in_category>10</display_order_in_category><story_summary/>
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<story_unique_id>a91789ce-b961-b804-fdc6-19264c60a92a</story_unique_id><story_id>126930</story_id><status_changed_at>2026-05-04 00:00:01.000</status_changed_at><submitter_name>Sokol Mato</submitter_name><story_headline>Summer I Session Reminder: Select Your Slingshot Choice Preferences</story_headline><story_body>&#60;p&#62;Greetings Raptors,&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;We are reminding you that MC automatically provides required materials (textbooks, art supplies, safety goggles) for credit classes through &#60;a href=&#34;https://info.montgomerycollege.edu/offices/business-services/mc-campus-store.html#slingshot-choice&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34;&#62;&#60;b&#62;Slingshot Choice&#60;/b&#62;&#60;/a&#62;.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;&#60;b&#62;Select Your Sumer I Session Preferences by May 8, 2026, through the &#60;/b&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;https://montgomerycollege.slingshotedu.com/&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34;&#62;&#60;b&#62;Slingshot Student Portal&#60;/b&#62;&#60;/a&#62;&#60;b&#62;:&#60;/b&#62;&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;ul&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;li&#62;Choose if you want your course-required materials shipped directly to your home OR one of our on-campus distribution hubs.&#60;/li&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;li&#62;Choose your preferred material format (new, used, rental, or digital).&#60;/li&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;li&#62;Choose if you want to remain automatically opted into the Choice Program OR if you want to opt out.&#60;/li&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;/ul&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;&#60;b&#62;Key Highlights:&#60;/b&#62;&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;Remember,&#60;b&#62; &#60;/b&#62;even if you register late, you will still be enrolled in Slingshot Choice. The campus store will process your order as quickly as possible; however, please note that there may be delays depending on your registration date and the materials required for your courses. You will get an email when your materials are ready for pickup or shipped to your home address, so please &#60;b&#62;remember to check your student email!&#60;/b&#62;&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;&#60;b&#62;Adding a course? &#60;/b&#62;&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;If you add a credit course, Slingshot automatically processes your materials and notifies you when they are ready for pickup.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;&#60;b&#62;Dropping a course?&#60;/b&#62;&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;If you drop a course on or before the refund deadline, return materials within 7 days of the drop date for a full refund. Digital materials are returned automatically.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;&#60;b&#62;Important Dates:&#60;/b&#62;&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;ul&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;li&#62;&#60;b&#62;May 8, 2026&#60;/b&#62;: Deadline to make changes or opt out.&#60;/li&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;li&#62;&#60;b&#62;May 26, 2026&#60;/b&#62;: First day of Summer I session.&#60;/li&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;li&#62;&#60;b&#62;June 2, 2026&#60;/b&#62;: Last day for 100% refund on returns for any reason*.&#60;/li&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;/ul&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;*Courses dropped on or before the refund deadline date qualify if materials are returned within 7 days of the drop date.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;&#60;b&#62;Need Help Navigating the Slingshot Student Portal?&#60;/b&#62; Watch the &#60;a href=&#34;https://go2mc.me/slingshot-choice&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34;&#62;student video tutorial&#60;/a&#62; to walk you through the process. &#60;b&#62;&#60;/b&#62;&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;Questions? Visit the &#60;a href=&#34;https://info.montgomerycollege.edu/offices/business-services/mc-campus-store.html&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34;&#62;MC Campus Store&#60;/a&#62; website.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;Be Prepared - get your materials on day one!&#60;/p&#62;</story_body><attached_files><attachmentcount>1</attachmentcount><attached_file><file><rawname>SlingshotChoiceProgram_Flyer_Summer_I_2026.pdf</rawname><href>attach/a91789ce-b961-b804-fdc6-19264c60a92a/SlingshotChoiceProgram_Flyer_Summer_I_2026.pdf</href></file><caption>Slingshot Choice Summer I 2026 Flyer</caption></attached_file></attached_files><display_image/>
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<story_unique_id>98b4d9d3-0958-c874-71e9-a84ed1a8e993</story_unique_id><story_id>126641</story_id><status_changed_at>2026-05-04 00:00:01.000</status_changed_at><submitter_name>Angela Dawson</submitter_name><story_headline>Need Health Insurance? Start Here</story_headline><story_body>&#60;p data-start=&#34;1354&#34; data-end=&#34;1391&#34;&#62;Not sure how to get health insurance?&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p data-start=&#34;1393&#34; data-end=&#34;1500&#34;&#62;Montgomery College does not offer student health insurance plans, but you can explore your options through:&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p data-start=&#34;1502&#34; data-end=&#34;1572&#34;&#62;&#60;strong data-start=&#34;1505&#34; data-end=&#34;1535&#34;&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;http://insidemcprod.montgomerycollege.edu/www.marylandhealthconnection.gov&#34;&#62;Maryland Health Connection&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/strong&#62;&#60;a target=&#34;_new&#34; data-start=&#34;1538&#34; data-end=&#34;1570&#34;&#62;&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p data-start=&#34;1574&#34; data-end=&#34;1628&#34;&#62;This is Maryland&#39;s official marketplace where you can:&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;ul data-start=&#34;1629&#34; data-end=&#34;1719&#34;&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;li data-section-id=&#34;olcmbz&#34; data-start=&#34;1629&#34; data-end=&#34;1646&#34;&#62;Compare plans&#60;/li&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;li data-section-id=&#34;6u2821&#34; data-start=&#34;1647&#34; data-end=&#34;1696&#34;&#62;Check if you qualify for financial assistance&#60;/li&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;li data-section-id=&#34;1vk6tdj&#34; data-start=&#34;1697&#34; data-end=&#34;1719&#34;&#62;Enroll in coverage&#60;/li&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;/ul&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p data-start=&#34;1721&#34; data-end=&#34;1776&#34;&#62;Many students qualify for &#60;strong data-start=&#34;1747&#34; data-end=&#34;1775&#34;&#62;low-cost or free options&#60;/strong&#62;.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p data-start=&#34;1778&#34; data-end=&#34;1867&#34;&#62;Need help? You can connect with a trained navigator who can walk you through the process:&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p data-start=&#34;1869&#34; data-end=&#34;1910&#34;&#62;&#60;a target=&#34;_new&#34; data-start=&#34;1872&#34; data-end=&#34;1910&#34;&#62;www.marylandhealthconnection.gov/help/&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p data-start=&#34;1917&#34; data-end=&#34;1978&#34;&#62;&#60;strong data-start=&#34;1917&#34; data-end=&#34;1978&#34;&#62;Start here first to find the coverage that works for you.&#60;/strong&#62;&#60;/p&#62;</story_body><attached_files><attachmentcount>1</attachmentcount><attached_file><file><rawname>HealthInsuranceFlyer.png</rawname><href>attach/98b4d9d3-0958-c874-71e9-a84ed1a8e993/HealthInsuranceFlyer.png</href></file><thumbnail><rawname>tn_0.png</rawname><href>attach/98b4d9d3-0958-c874-71e9-a84ed1a8e993/tn_0.png</href></thumbnail><caption>HealthInsurance flyer</caption></attached_file></attached_files><display_image><rawname>di_0.png</rawname><href>attach/98b4d9d3-0958-c874-71e9-a84ed1a8e993/di_0.png</href></display_image><category_name>Student News</category_name><featured_story>0</featured_story><show_display_picture>1</show_display_picture><display_order_in_category>40</display_order_in_category><story_summary/>
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<story_unique_id>87bf6669-93a5-b784-11e7-9a70f9e41877</story_unique_id><story_id>127290</story_id><status_changed_at>2026-05-04 00:00:01.000</status_changed_at><submitter_name>Dafany Molina</submitter_name><story_headline>Crafts and Conversation</story_headline><story_body>&#60;p&#62;Take a break from studying and join &#60;em data-start=&#34;51&#34; data-end=&#34;74&#34;&#62;Crafts and Conversation&#60;/em&#62;, a relaxing event hosted by Montgomery College Student Life in partnership with the Office of Inclusive Excellence and Belonging. Enjoy hands-on craft activities while connecting with others in a welcoming, social environment.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;ul&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;li data-section-id=&#34;yx8q2r&#34; data-start=&#34;322&#34; data-end=&#34;382&#34;&#62;&#60;strong data-start=&#34;324&#34; data-end=&#34;343&#34;&#62;Monday, May 4&#60;/strong&#62; - Make your own Mosaic Diamond Craft&#60;/li&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;li data-section-id=&#34;rels1y&#34; data-start=&#34;383&#34; data-end=&#34;484&#34;&#62;&#60;strong data-start=&#34;385&#34; data-end=&#34;406&#34;&#62;Thursday, May 7&#60;/strong&#62; - Make your own Gumball Machines (featuring special guest Dr. Gigi Secuban)&#60;/li&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;li data-section-id=&#34;849se6&#34; data-start=&#34;485&#34; data-end=&#34;522&#34;&#62;&#60;strong data-start=&#34;487&#34; data-end=&#34;500&#34;&#62;Location:&#60;/strong&#62; ST 2nd Floor Atrium&#60;/li&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;li data-section-id=&#34;2gjkf9&#34; data-start=&#34;523&#34; data-end=&#34;559&#34;&#62;&#60;strong data-start=&#34;525&#34; data-end=&#34;534&#34;&#62;Time:&#60;/strong&#62; 12-1:30 p.m.&#60;/li&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;/ul&#62;</story_body><attached_files><attachmentcount>1</attachmentcount><attached_file><file><rawname>CraftsConversationsFinalsRelief.png</rawname><href>attach/87bf6669-93a5-b784-11e7-9a70f9e41877/CraftsConversationsFinalsRelief.png</href></file><thumbnail><rawname>tn_0.png</rawname><href>attach/87bf6669-93a5-b784-11e7-9a70f9e41877/tn_0.png</href></thumbnail></attached_file></attached_files><display_image><rawname>di_0.png</rawname><href>attach/87bf6669-93a5-b784-11e7-9a70f9e41877/di_0.png</href></display_image><category_name>Student News</category_name><featured_story>0</featured_story><show_display_picture>1</show_display_picture><display_order_in_category>50</display_order_in_category><story_summary/>
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<story_unique_id>ac6001d3-5427-5654-b9d3-cbb0c2f87f24</story_unique_id><story_id>127239</story_id><status_changed_at>2026-05-04 00:00:01.000</status_changed_at><submitter_name>Dafany Molina</submitter_name><story_headline>Pizza with the MC President</story_headline><story_body>&#60;p data-start=&#34;20&#34; data-end=&#34;252&#34;&#62;Join Montgomery College Student Life and SGA for &#34;Pizza with the MC President&#34; an opportunity to connect with Dr. Williams in a casual setting. Students can enjoy free pizza while engaging in conversation and discussion.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;ul&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;li&#62;Date: Monday, May 4&#60;/li&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;li&#62;Time: 4-5 p.m.&#60;/li&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;li&#62;Location: TP/SS ST 2nd Floor Atrium&#60;/li&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;/ul&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p data-start=&#34;360&#34; data-end=&#34;446&#34; data-is-last-node=&#34;&#34; data-is-only-node=&#34;&#34;&#62;All students are welcome! Visit the link for more information: https://bit.ly/SGAPIZZA.&#60;/p&#62;</story_body><attached_files><attachmentcount>1</attachmentcount><attached_file><file><rawname>PizzawithPresident.jpg</rawname><href>attach/ac6001d3-5427-5654-b9d3-cbb0c2f87f24/PizzawithPresident.jpg</href></file><thumbnail><rawname>tn_0.jpg</rawname><href>attach/ac6001d3-5427-5654-b9d3-cbb0c2f87f24/tn_0.jpg</href></thumbnail></attached_file></attached_files><display_image><rawname>di_0.jpg</rawname><href>attach/ac6001d3-5427-5654-b9d3-cbb0c2f87f24/di_0.jpg</href></display_image><category_name>Student News</category_name><featured_story>0</featured_story><show_display_picture>1</show_display_picture><display_order_in_category>70</display_order_in_category><story_summary/>
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<story_unique_id>426acbd2-6b06-c054-5564-cc8bea25c7f4</story_unique_id><story_id>127252</story_id><status_changed_at>2026-05-04 00:00:01.000</status_changed_at><submitter_name>Kimberly McNair</submitter_name><story_headline>New Way to Register for Classes!</story_headline><story_body>&#60;p&#62;Have you heard about the new way to register for classes?&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;Beginning with the summer 2027 session, there is a new, easier way for students to register for classes. To register for summer 2027 classes, follow the instructions below:&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;ol&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;li&#62;Register for classes by logging in to MyMC, and navigating to the Register and Pay for Classes card. Click the Register Now link.&#60;/li&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;li&#62;From the Registration menu, click Register for Classes.&#60;/li&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;li&#62;On the Select a Term page,&#60;strong&#62; choose the Summer 2026 term&#60;/strong&#62;, then click Continue.&#60;/li&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;li&#62;On the Register for Classes page, enter your search criteria and click Search or Advanced Search to view available classes.&#60;/li&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;/ol&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;Tip: Once the search results appear, click the course title, which is a hyperlink that opens the course details. The pop up window displays information such as the course/section notes, instructor/meeting times, corequisites, required textbooks &#38;amp; materials, attributes, enrollment/waitlist and fees.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;ol&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;li&#62;Add classes by selecting the sections you want. If a class is full, you may have the option to join a waitlist.&#60;/li&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;li&#62;Review and submit your selections in the Summary area to complete registration. If there is a registration error that you do not understand, check registration error help.&#60;/li&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;/ol&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;For detailed, step by step instructions, see How to Find and Add Classes: &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.montgomerycollege.edu/_documents/admissions-registration/course-registration-guide-navigation.pdf&#34;&#62;https://www.montgomerycollege.edu/_documents/admissions-registration/course-registration-guide-navigation.pdf&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;Need more help with registering for classes? Check out the &#34;Registering for Classes&#34; video on this How to Register page. https://www.montgomerycollege.edu/admissions-registration/register.html#find&#60;/p&#62;</story_body><attached_files/>
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<story_unique_id>b199fbd8-8e36-6814-31f4-4d8b4e9817aa</story_unique_id><story_id>127322</story_id><status_changed_at>2026-05-04 00:00:01.000</status_changed_at><submitter_name>Ezra Pine</submitter_name><story_headline>Call All New Graduates: Sign Up for the Alumni Association Today!</story_headline><story_body>&#60;p&#62;Attention Class of 2026! Your connection with MC does not end at graduation - sign up for your FREE Alumni Association membership today!&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;The MC Alumni Association is your ongoing connection to Montgomery College and the friends and professors you met here. Membership includes a wide array of benefits, networking opportunities, and resources beyond graduation.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;As we get closer to Commencement, we invite you to join our growing community by signing up on our website today. We offer a quick, easy application to fast-track your way to join. We would love to have you on board!&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;Sign up here: https://www.montgomerycollege.edu/alumni-friends-donors/alumni-association.html&#60;/p&#62;</story_body><attached_files><attachmentcount>1</attachmentcount><attached_file><file><rawname>JoinTheAlumniAssociation.jpg</rawname><href>attach/b199fbd8-8e36-6814-31f4-4d8b4e9817aa/JoinTheAlumniAssociation.jpg</href></file><thumbnail><rawname>tn_0.jpg</rawname><href>attach/b199fbd8-8e36-6814-31f4-4d8b4e9817aa/tn_0.jpg</href></thumbnail></attached_file></attached_files><display_image><rawname>di_0.jpg</rawname><href>attach/b199fbd8-8e36-6814-31f4-4d8b4e9817aa/di_0.jpg</href></display_image><category_name>Student News</category_name><featured_story>0</featured_story><show_display_picture>1</show_display_picture><display_order_in_category>90</display_order_in_category><story_summary/>
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<story_unique_id>d183ce1d-dcaa-0774-7d6d-8b6e287ed820</story_unique_id><story_id>127325</story_id><status_changed_at>2026-05-04 00:00:01.000</status_changed_at><submitter_name>Ezra Pine</submitter_name><story_headline>Save the Date for Recent Alumni Networking Night at Pinstripes Bethesda on June 18</story_headline><story_body>&#60;p&#62;Save the date! The Alumni Association is excited to invite you to a new event, Recent Alumni Networking Night, on Thursday, June 18th at Pinstripes in North Bethesda!&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;This event is designed to engage and support recent MC graduates. It will be a unique opportunity to network, share experiences, and strengthen connections within our vibrant community.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;Tickets include food and one drink ticket while you mingle and connect with fellow alumni. Plus, you&#39;ll be able to experience the beautiful Pinstripes venue, which features stunning views on their rooftop patio, high-end Italian-American dining, fun activities such as bowling and bocce, and more!&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;This event is open to all members of the MC community and general public. Purchase tickets in advance at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/montgomery-college-networking-event-pinstripes-bethesda-md-tickets-1984885952315?aff=oddtdtcreator&#60;/p&#62;</story_body><attached_files><attachmentcount>5</attachmentcount><attached_file><file><rawname>RecentAlumniNetworkingNightSaveTheDate.png</rawname><href>attach/d183ce1d-dcaa-0774-7d6d-8b6e287ed820/RecentAlumniNetworkingNightSaveTheDate.png</href></file><thumbnail><rawname>tn_0.png</rawname><href>attach/d183ce1d-dcaa-0774-7d6d-8b6e287ed820/tn_0.png</href></thumbnail></attached_file><attached_file><file><rawname>PinstripesFoodAndActivities.jpg</rawname><href>attach/d183ce1d-dcaa-0774-7d6d-8b6e287ed820/PinstripesFoodAndActivities.jpg</href></file><thumbnail><rawname>tn_1.jpg</rawname><href>attach/d183ce1d-dcaa-0774-7d6d-8b6e287ed820/tn_1.jpg</href></thumbnail></attached_file><attached_file><file><rawname>PinstripesBowling.jpg</rawname><href>attach/d183ce1d-dcaa-0774-7d6d-8b6e287ed820/PinstripesBowling.jpg</href></file><thumbnail><rawname>tn_2.jpg</rawname><href>attach/d183ce1d-dcaa-0774-7d6d-8b6e287ed820/tn_2.jpg</href></thumbnail></attached_file><attached_file><file><rawname>PinstripesBocce.jpg</rawname><href>attach/d183ce1d-dcaa-0774-7d6d-8b6e287ed820/PinstripesBocce.jpg</href></file><thumbnail><rawname>tn_3.jpg</rawname><href>attach/d183ce1d-dcaa-0774-7d6d-8b6e287ed820/tn_3.jpg</href></thumbnail></attached_file><attached_file><file><rawname>PinstripesRooftop.jpg</rawname><href>attach/d183ce1d-dcaa-0774-7d6d-8b6e287ed820/PinstripesRooftop.jpg</href></file><thumbnail><rawname>tn_4.jpg</rawname><href>attach/d183ce1d-dcaa-0774-7d6d-8b6e287ed820/tn_4.jpg</href></thumbnail></attached_file></attached_files><display_image><rawname>di_0.png</rawname><href>attach/d183ce1d-dcaa-0774-7d6d-8b6e287ed820/di_0.png</href></display_image><category_name>Student News</category_name><featured_story>0</featured_story><show_display_picture>1</show_display_picture><display_order_in_category>100</display_order_in_category><story_summary/>
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<story_unique_id>060dc01f-71e9-6de4-4d1b-871157c29e23</story_unique_id><story_id>127293</story_id><status_changed_at>2026-05-04 00:00:01.000</status_changed_at><submitter_name>Danielle</submitter_name><story_headline>How to Transfer from a Community College to a Four-Year University</story_headline><story_body>&#60;p&#62;Nicole Anyanah almost picked a four-year university. Now she&#39;s a sophomore managing more than $5,000 in weekly revenue and planning her transfer to the University of Maryland or George Washington University.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;She chose Montgomery College&#39;s Macklin Business Institute for the hands-on experience and she says, &#34;It&#39;s amazing. It&#39;s better than I expected.&#34;&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;At MC, students like Nicole build real skills while preparing to transfer to four-year universities.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Hands-On Experience from the Start&#60;/strong&#62;&#60;b&#62;&#60;/b&#62;&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;In the Macklin Business Institute, students gain hands-on experience early.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;Nicole started working at the student-run MBI Caf&#38;eacute; as a freshman. By her sophomore year, she became Accounting Lead -- tracking expenses, leading a team, and making real-time pricing decisions that affect Caf&#38;eacute; customers.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;&#34;We&#39;re doing our best not to raise prices to the point where nobody can afford it,&#34; she said.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;At the MBI Caf&#38;eacute;, the experience is real business decision-making, not a classroom simulation.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;A Clear Path to Transfer&#60;/strong&#62;&#60;b&#62;&#60;/b&#62;&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;Nicole has applied to the University of Maryland and George Washington University and is waiting to hear back on scholarships before making her final decision. With support from advisors and faculty mentors, she is building a clear path forward.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;For students looking for an affordable path to a bachelor&#39;s degree, Montgomery College&#39;s transfer pathway is a concrete start.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;A Community That Supports Students&#60;/strong&#62;&#60;b&#62;&#60;/b&#62;&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;Students in the Macklin Business Institute build strong connections and alumni regularly return to mentor current students.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;&#34;I still reach out to students who&#39;ve graduated, and they&#39;re always happy to help&#34;, she said.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Learn More&#60;/strong&#62;&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;Want the full story? Nicole is featured in &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL32wEiPova8I6u6_wfzFRV0Ql2sOlWrcV&#34; target=&#34;_self&#34; title=&#34;Honors at MC: Inside the MBI Experience&#34;&#62;Episode 1 of Beyond the Classroom&#60;/a&#62;, Montgomery College&#39;s new podcast. Available wherever you get your podcasts.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;Explore Montgomery College&#39;s &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.montgomerycollege.edu/academics/honors/macklin-business-institute/index.html&#34;&#62;Macklin Business Institute Honors Program&#60;/a&#62; and start your transfer pathway today.&#60;/p&#62;</story_body><attached_files><attachmentcount>1</attachmentcount><attached_file><file><rawname>Nicole.jpg</rawname><href>attach/060dc01f-71e9-6de4-4d1b-871157c29e23/Nicole.jpg</href></file><thumbnail><rawname>tn_0.jpg</rawname><href>attach/060dc01f-71e9-6de4-4d1b-871157c29e23/tn_0.jpg</href></thumbnail><caption>Nicole Anyanah, Accounting Lead at the MBI Caf&#195;&#131;&#198;&#146;&#195;&#134;&#226;&#128;&#153;&#195;&#131;&#226;&#128;&#154;&#195;&#130;&#194;&#169; and Montgomery College sophomore, d</caption></attached_file></attached_files><display_image><rawname>di_0.jpg</rawname><href>attach/060dc01f-71e9-6de4-4d1b-871157c29e23/di_0.jpg</href></display_image><category_name>Student News</category_name><featured_story>0</featured_story><show_display_picture>1</show_display_picture><display_order_in_category>110</display_order_in_category><story_summary/>
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<story_unique_id>68ed97f2-e284-8724-5d1a-912d81a57a6d</story_unique_id><story_id>127323</story_id><status_changed_at>2026-05-04 00:00:01.000</status_changed_at><submitter_name>Erin Benitez</submitter_name><story_headline>Destress in the Planetarium on May 12th</story_headline><story_body>&#60;p&#62;Is the end of the semester weighing you down? The Planetarium at Montgomery College and MC Wellness teams invite you to relax under the stars with us during finals week.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;On Tuesday, May 12, from 10-11:30 a.m., the planetarium doors will be open to all students, faculty, and staff. Step inside to enjoy a calming environemnt with dim lights, gentle music, and beautiful celestial views. Take a brief break from finals stress to sit, relax and watch the stars twinkle overhead.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;From 10:30-11 a.m., join us for a guided meditation. Meditation can help you relax, destress, increase your focus, and improve your emotional well-being. No previous meditation experience is required.&#60;/p&#62;</story_body><attached_files><attachmentcount>1</attachmentcount><attached_file><file><rawname>DestressInThePlanetariumSP26.png</rawname><href>attach/68ed97f2-e284-8724-5d1a-912d81a57a6d/DestressInThePlanetariumSP26.png</href></file><thumbnail><rawname>tn_0.png</rawname><href>attach/68ed97f2-e284-8724-5d1a-912d81a57a6d/tn_0.png</href></thumbnail><caption>Destress in the Planetarium - more information.</caption></attached_file></attached_files><display_image><rawname>di_0.png</rawname><href>attach/68ed97f2-e284-8724-5d1a-912d81a57a6d/di_0.png</href></display_image><category_name>Health and Wellness</category_name><featured_story>0</featured_story><show_display_picture>1</show_display_picture><display_order_in_category>10</display_order_in_category><story_summary/>
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<story_unique_id>50c04b18-3859-6864-edcd-04b13ee61753</story_unique_id><story_id>125558</story_id><status_changed_at>2026-05-04 00:00:01.000</status_changed_at><submitter_name>Elizabeth Feldman</submitter_name><story_headline>Part-time Faculty May Spotlight</story_headline><story_body>&#60;p&#62;By Liz Feldman on Behalf of the Part-Time Faculty Institute&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;&#34;Nature has been for me, for as long as I remember a source of solace, inspiration, adventure, and delight; a home, a teacher, a companion.&#34;-Lorraine Anderson, free-lance writer and editor.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;This quote captures the spirit and career of part-time faculty member Amy Wynia. She is a conservationist, environmentalist, avian expert, and naturalist.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;Wynia has taught several courses in Biology since joining the College in 2020. Those include Principles of Biology I, Natural Science of the Chesapeake Bay, and Environmental Biology. 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<story_unique_id>06fdd62c-5fb4-2e34-b5ab-1f83afac769c</story_unique_id><story_id>127297</story_id><status_changed_at>2026-05-04 00:00:01.000</status_changed_at><submitter_name>Michelle Chan</submitter_name><story_headline>Join the AANHPI Book Club - Fall 2026</story_headline><story_body>&#60;p&#62;&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;Join the &#60;a href=&#34;https://www.montgomerycollege.edu/events/asian-pacific-heritage/&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34;&#62;MC Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander&#60;/a&#62; (AANHPI) Book Club this fall as we dive into Yoko Ogawa&#39;s &#60;em&#62;The Memory Police&#60;/em&#62;, a captivating dystopian novel about the horrors of state surveillance from one of Japan&#39;s most notable writers. Hailed by &#60;em&#62;&#60;a href=&#34;https://www.theguardian.com/books/2019/aug/23/the-memory-police-yoko-ogawa-review&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34;&#62;The Guardian&#60;/a&#62;&#60;/em&#62; as, &#34;a masterpiece, meditating on totalitarianism and resistance as well as the rhythms of life and death,&#34; &#60;em&#62;The Memory Police&#60;/em&#62; will spark rich discussions on the themes of memory, loss, and individual autonomy.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;Our first meeting will take place in late September. Those interested in joining the Book Club can e-mail Yvonne Hu-Cotto, Michelle Chan, and/or Nghi Nguyen. The Zoom meeting link will be provided as a calendar invite. We hope you will join us!&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p data-ccp-border-bottom=&#34;1px solid #000000&#34; data-ccp-padding-bottom=&#34;1.3333333333333333px&#34;&#62;&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p data-ccp-border-bottom=&#34;1px solid #000000&#34; data-ccp-padding-bottom=&#34;1.3333333333333333px&#34;&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Fall 2026 Book Selection: &#60;/strong&#62;&#60;em&#62;The Memory Police&#60;/em&#62; by Yko Ogawa (translated by Stephen Snyder)&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Meeting Dates/Times:&#60;/strong&#62; TBD, beginning late September 2026&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Location: &#60;/strong&#62;Zoom&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p data-ccp-border-bottom=&#34;1px solid #000000&#34; data-ccp-padding-bottom=&#34;1.3333333333333333px&#34;&#62;This club is open to MC staff and faculty. We will meet every two weeks, covering about five chapters at each meeting.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p data-ccp-border-bottom=&#34;1px solid #000000&#34; data-ccp-padding-bottom=&#34;1.3333333333333333px&#34;&#62;The AANHPI Book Club reads books written by Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) authors. The AANHPI experience is a living, breathing, and evolving culture that deserves its own study. We will learn, understand, and attempt to define the AANHPI experience through the reading and discussions of these books.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;Previous selections include&#60;em&#62; Pachinko&#60;/em&#62; by Min Jin Lee (FA25) and &#60;em&#62;My Year Abroad&#60;/em&#62; by Chang Rae-Lee (SP26)&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;&#60;/strong&#62;MC AANHPI website (&#60;a href=&#34;https://www.montgomerycollege.edu/events/asian-pacific-heritage/&#34; target=&#34;_blank&#34;&#62;https://www.montgomerycollege.edu/events/asian-pacific-heritage/&#60;/a&#62;)&#60;/p&#62;</story_body><attached_files><attachmentcount>1</attachmentcount><attached_file><file><rawname>AANHPI Book club.pdf</rawname><href>attach/06fdd62c-5fb4-2e34-b5ab-1f83afac769c/AANHPI Book club.pdf</href></file><caption>Flyer for fall 2026 AANHPI Book Club</caption></attached_file></attached_files><display_image/>
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<story_unique_id>de267e64-06af-0c84-1dc9-aafbf20c3a6d</story_unique_id><story_id>127292</story_id><status_changed_at>2026-05-04 00:00:01.000</status_changed_at><submitter_name>Jorge Zuniga</submitter_name><story_headline>Basketball: 4 Raptors Named to 2025-2026 All-MD JUCO Team</story_headline><story_body>&#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Rockville, MD - &#60;/strong&#62;Four Montgomery College student-athletes have been recognized for their outstanding performances during the 2025-2026 Maryland JUCO conference season, earning All-MD JUCO honors for their contributions on the court.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;The Raptors were represented by one First Team selection, one Third Team selection, and two Honorable Mention honorees, highlighting the impact of both the men&#39;s and women&#39;s basketball programs throughout conference play. Their hard work, leadership, and skill were on full display all season, as each student-athlete played a key role in their team&#39;s success.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;First Team - Ian Pascal (#0 Guard/Forward | Men&#39;s Basketball)&#60;/strong&#62;&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;Men&#39;s basketball standout Ian Pascal earned First Team All-MD JUCO honors after an exceptional conference campaign. Pascal appeared in all 14 conference games, averaging 23.8 points per game while shooting an efficient 54.7% from the field and 44.4% from three-point range.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;Pascal also contributed 5.0 rebounds, 3.2 assists, and 2.1 steals per game, showcasing his all-around impact on both ends of the floor. He totaled 333 conference points while playing more than 33 minutes per game, establishing himself as one of the top scorers in the region.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Honorable Mention - Christopher Levy (#1 Guard | Men&#39;s Basketball)&#60;/strong&#62;&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;Christopher Levy received Honorable Mention recognition following a strong conference season as a key contributor for the Raptors. Levy played in all 14 conference contests, averaging 15.6 points and 4.3 assists per game.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;He also added 3.7 rebounds and 1.2 steals per contest while shooting 43.2% from the field and 36.4% from beyond the arc. Levy&#39;s consistency and ability to facilitate the offense made him an important part of the Raptors&#39; backcourt.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Third Team - Imani Dennis (#3 Guard | Women&#39;s Basketball)&#60;/strong&#62;&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;Women&#39;s basketball standout Imani Dennis earned Third Team All-MD JUCO honors after a dominant conference season. Dennis appeared in all 14 conference games and averaged 16.8 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 4.9 assists per game.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;Known for her defensive presence, Dennis recorded 64 steals in conference play, averaging 4.6 steals per game. She also added 235 total points while playing more than 33 minutes per game, serving as a leader and playmaker for the Raptors throughout the season.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Honorable Mention - Sanai Massenburg (#13 Guard/Forward | Women&#39;s Basketball)&#60;/strong&#62;&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;Sanai Massenburg earned Honorable Mention recognition after delivering a strong all-around performance in conference play. In 14 conference games, Massenburg averaged 14.7 points and 6.4 rebounds per contest.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;She also contributed 1.8 assists, 1.6 steals, and 1.1 blocks per game while totaling 89 rebounds and 206 points during conference action. Massenburg&#39;s physicality and versatility made her a consistent presence for the Raptors on both ends of the court.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;The recognition of four Raptors on the All-MD JUCO teams reflects the continued growth and competitiveness of Montgomery College basketball, as both programs continue to make an impact across the region.&#60;/p&#62;</story_body><attached_files><attachmentcount>1</attachmentcount><attached_file><file><rawname>BBUpdated.png</rawname><href>attach/de267e64-06af-0c84-1dc9-aafbf20c3a6d/BBUpdated.png</href></file><thumbnail><rawname>tn_0.png</rawname><href>attach/de267e64-06af-0c84-1dc9-aafbf20c3a6d/tn_0.png</href></thumbnail></attached_file></attached_files><display_image><rawname>di_0.png</rawname><href>attach/de267e64-06af-0c84-1dc9-aafbf20c3a6d/di_0.png</href></display_image><category_name>Athletics</category_name><featured_story>0</featured_story><show_display_picture>1</show_display_picture><display_order_in_category>10</display_order_in_category><story_summary/>
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<story_unique_id>0484201f-f8be-b1d4-6d61-e8ab798ba4b1</story_unique_id><story_id>127294</story_id><status_changed_at>2026-05-04 00:00:01.000</status_changed_at><submitter_name>Jorge Zuniga</submitter_name><story_headline>Athletics Supports Rockville Campus Mental Health Fair</story_headline><story_body>&#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Rockville, MD - &#60;/strong&#62;MC Athletics was a proud partner of the Montgomery College Rockville Campus Mental Health Fair last week. The event was an opportunity for the Rockville campus community to come together to support one another in learning about mental health. There were interactive stations, games, and resources fromboth the campus and greater community.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;The fair brought together over 400 students and 80+ volunteers to facilitate. The planning committee consisted of two MC counselors and two student interns. The two student interns were Womens Basketball&#39;s very own Caitlyn Howard and practice player Leo Borina. They worked together the entire semester to plan and coordinate the event. Their leadership was outstanding!&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;MC Raptor Student Athletes were volunteering the ENTIRE day- start to finish! Every single team volunteered! Our volunteers included:&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Baseball:&#60;/strong&#62; Jayden Mandler, RJ Heller&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Volleyball:&#60;/strong&#62; Emma Salas, Dani Ramirez-Castillo&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Women&#39;s soccer:&#60;/strong&#62; Hiwan Desta, Bella Zeigler, Lillia Erickson, Ruby Lancaster, Karla Hernandez&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Men&#39;s soccer&#60;/strong&#62;: Nico Granadino-Morillo, Oscar Alvarado-Celis&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Women&#39;s Basketball:&#60;/strong&#62; Caitlyn Howard, Angela Green, Imani Dennis&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Men&#39;s Basketball:&#60;/strong&#62; Ian Pascal, Zamir Brown, Josh Switzer, Jordan Emecheta&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Women&#39;s Track &#38;amp; Field&#60;/strong&#62;: Angela Green, Imani Dennis&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p&#62;Our raptors volunteered by setting up tents, facilitating stations, teaching about topics like brain facts, running trivia games about mental health, encouraging students to share their mental health experiences with each other, facilitating self expression on graffiti boards, and serving hundreds of slices of pizza!&#60;/p&#62;</story_body><attached_files><attachmentcount>1</attachmentcount><attached_file><file><rawname>1.jpg</rawname><href>attach/0484201f-f8be-b1d4-6d61-e8ab798ba4b1/1.jpg</href></file><thumbnail><rawname>tn_0.jpg</rawname><href>attach/0484201f-f8be-b1d4-6d61-e8ab798ba4b1/tn_0.jpg</href></thumbnail></attached_file></attached_files><display_image><rawname>di_0.jpg</rawname><href>attach/0484201f-f8be-b1d4-6d61-e8ab798ba4b1/di_0.jpg</href></display_image><category_name>Athletics</category_name><featured_story>0</featured_story><show_display_picture>1</show_display_picture><display_order_in_category>20</display_order_in_category><story_summary/>
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<story_unique_id>2fbccbcc-91f9-bb24-09aa-1db337f43cd7</story_unique_id><story_id>127295</story_id><status_changed_at>2026-05-04 00:00:01.000</status_changed_at><submitter_name>Jorge Zuniga</submitter_name><story_headline>Baseball Team Praised for Community Spirit During Local Fundraiser</story_headline><story_body>&#60;p data-start=&#34;80&#34; data-end=&#34;233&#34;&#62;The Montgomery College Raptors baseball team recently received heartfelt recognition after turning a routine meal stop into a memorable community moment. Following a recent evening outing, the team received a complimentary email from local educator Katie White, a Pre-K teacher, highlighting the team&#39;s positive impact during a fundraiser at McDonald&#39;s.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p data-start=&#34;439&#34; data-end=&#34;736&#34;&#62;The restaurant was hosting a &#34;McEducator Night,&#34; where a portion of sales during a designated two-hour period supported a local PTA fundraiser. According to White, the Raptors initially hesitated to enter due to the busy atmosphere, but ultimately decided to come in and place a large group order.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p data-start=&#34;738&#34; data-end=&#34;947&#34;&#62;What made the experience unforgettable was the timing. The team completed their order with just 14 seconds remaining before the fundraiser ended--allowing their purchase to count toward the PTA donation effort. As the countdown unfolded, the entire restaurant rallied behind the team, cheering them on as they placed their order. When the final transaction was completed in time, the restaurant erupted in applause, creating a fun and uplifting moment for everyone in attendance.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p data-start=&#34;1219&#34; data-end=&#34;1377&#34;&#62;White praised the team&#39;s enthusiasm and willingness to participate, noting that the student-athletes represented the College in a positive and meaningful way. Moments like these reflect the Raptors&#39; commitment to community engagement and demonstrate how small actions can leave a lasting impression beyond the field.&#60;/p&#62;</story_body><attached_files><attachmentcount>1</attachmentcount><attached_file><file><rawname>BaseMainPhoto.png</rawname><href>attach/2fbccbcc-91f9-bb24-09aa-1db337f43cd7/BaseMainPhoto.png</href></file><thumbnail><rawname>tn_0.png</rawname><href>attach/2fbccbcc-91f9-bb24-09aa-1db337f43cd7/tn_0.png</href></thumbnail></attached_file></attached_files><display_image><rawname>di_0.png</rawname><href>attach/2fbccbcc-91f9-bb24-09aa-1db337f43cd7/di_0.png</href></display_image><category_name>Athletics</category_name><featured_story>0</featured_story><show_display_picture>1</show_display_picture><display_order_in_category>30</display_order_in_category><story_summary/>
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<story_unique_id>69767796-7bf4-9d84-094b-c024f954ee69</story_unique_id><story_id>127285</story_id><status_changed_at>2026-05-04 00:00:01.000</status_changed_at><submitter_name>Jorge Zuniga</submitter_name><story_headline>Baseball: Raptors Doubleheader Dominance</story_headline><story_body>&#60;p&#62;&#60;strong&#62;Germantown, MD -&#60;/strong&#62; With the regular season winding down and postseason play approaching, the Montgomery College Raptors delivered one of its most complete performances of the year, sweeping a home doubleheader against CCBC Dundalk in dominant fashion.&#60;/p&#62;&#13;&#10;&#60;p data-start=&#34;324&#34; data-end=&#34;604&#34;&#62;Montgomery exploded for 43 total runs across two games while allowing just two runs combined, including a complete shutout in Game 1. 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Sessions in Amharic are held on the 3rd Wednesday of every month. Register for a session here: https://bit.ly/eoc-information-session</description><link>https://go.activecalendar.com/montgomerycollege/site/other/event/trio-eoc-virtual-information-session-amharic-2/</link><guid isPermaLink="false">914d75bd-7501-47e5-879f-1392532e1b7c</guid><pubDate>Wed, 20 May 2026 22:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>PIC MC Presents: The Tour (Group A)</title><description>Bi-monthly facility tours. 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Her new book draws on the vibrancy and turmoil of post-Civil War Los Angeles to tell the story of three Chinese women who managed to survive and eventually, thrive, despite all odds.</description><link>https://go.activecalendar.com/montgomerycollege/site/takoma-silver/event/author-talk-and--book-signing-with-lisa-see-sponsored-by-the-english-and-reading-department-womens-and-gender-studies-program-and-peoples-book/</link><guid isPermaLink="false">2b0b5d85-9f42-4a84-9067-f3ede48f118a</guid><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 23:00:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>PIC MC Presents: The Tour (Group B)</title><description>Regular and predictable tours enhance used to create institutional awareness. 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