Tag: Middlesex County College
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Rios announces scholarship for veterans while receiving MCC’s L’Hommedieu award
Ronald G. Rios, director of the Middlesex County Board of Chosen Freeholders, has received the Paige D. L’Hommedieu Award from Middlesex County College (MCC). Rios was presented with the award on Aug. 27 for his commitment to the college and his longtime dedication to Middlesex County, as well as his focus on military veterans. During…
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‘Mexican Connection’ to feature gypsy Flamenco, Mexican folklore
The Alborada Spanish Dance Theatre will present “The Mexican Connection” at 3 p.m. on Oct. 13 at the Performing Arts Center at Middlesex County College, 2600 Woodbridge Ave., Edison. Enjoy gypsy Flamenco and Mexican folklore. Tickets are $25 VIP, $20 general or $17 seniors and students. To purchase tickets, visit mexicanconnection.eventbrite.com or call 855-326-9945 or…
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In the Service – U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jerod A. Ebram
U.S. Air Force Airman 1st Class Jerod A. Ebram graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training also earn four…
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Middlesex County College names vice president for institutional advancement
Michelle Campbell has been named vice president for institutional advancement at Middlesex County College (MCC), Edison. Campbell oversees Continuing Education, Marketing Communications, the MCC Foundation, Alumni Engagement, Grants Development, Institutional Research and Advancement Services, according to a press release. Campbell comes to MCC from Renton Technical College (RTC) in Washington State, where she was executive…
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Professor from North Brunswick joins New Brunswick High School Hall of Distinguished Alumni
Jean Volk of North Brunswick, left, professor of Paralegal Studies and Business at Middlesex County College, was inducted into the New Brunswick High School Hall of Distinguished Alumni in June. A member of the Class of 1968, Volk has had a lifelong passion for music and the law. She participated in band, choir, stage band and brass ensemble while in…
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Middlesex County College names interim president
Mark McCormick, vice president for academic and student affairs at Middlesex County College was named interim president of the junior college, effective July 1. The college’s Board of Trustees made the appointment at its June 13 meeting. “Mark brings the right combination of experience and creativity to this position as we search for a permanent president,”…
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Middlesex County College president to retire
EDISON – Joann La Perla-Morales, president of Middlesex County College (MCC), will retire as president effective June 30, capping a 50-year career in higher education. “Dr. La Perla-Morales has been an integral part of our growth and we wish her well in her retirement,” Dorothy K. Power, chairman of the college board, said in a prepared…
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Area MCC students honored with language awards
Seven Middlesex County College students were honored with awards from the English as a Second Language and Modern Languages Department. Seated are Caroline Fernández of Edison, left to right, Yaissa Ramos of North Brunswick, and Fazeela Siddiqui of Old Bridge. Standing are Elisha Eanes of Highland Park, Umar Chohan of South River, Stephanie Rossel-Martínez of…
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Middlesex County College Class of 2018 graduates 1,480
EDISON — Luke Agojo said that without support and guidance from school administrators and professors at Middlesex County College (MCC), he would not be on the path he is on. “I went into the U.S. Air Force when I graduated from Edison High School in 2013,” he said. After serving as a troubleshooter for the…
