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MCC Daily Tribune

Wednesday, September 2, 2026

From the President

Date Change: Sydor Optics Advanced Technology Center Grand Opening
(DeAnna Burt-Nanna, Office of the President)
Dear Colleagues, Welcome back to campus! We are excited to kick off the year with the opening of the Sydor Optics Advanced ...

Curriculum Postings

Curriculum Development Considerations - for Faculty and Professional Staff
(Andrew Freeman, Curriculum and Program Development)
As we begin the Fall 2026 semester, please consider the following. After the Curriculum Committee initially reviews and ...

General News

Affordable,Accessible,Open: OER at MCC
(Michelle Beechey, Library)
In the 2024–25 academic year, SUNY students saved more than $14 million on textbooks thanks to over 5,600 course ...

Discover the Support Staff Planning Council (SSPC): What's Happening in September
(Pamela Rende, Support Staff Planning Council)
The Support Staff Planning Council (SSPC) is excited to kick off another year of professional development, networking, and ...

Library Services Leadership Update
(Terrance Keys, Instructional Services)
As we begin a new academic year, we would like to share an update regarding leadership in Library Services. After 11 years ...

MCC Introduces Ellucian Experience Premium: A New Digital Front Door
(Christina Accorso, Technology Services)
As MCC continues to modernize services and enhance the employee experience, the College is beginning the implementation ...

TCC: College-wide Mentors Needed
(Kara Tierney, Teaching and Creativity Center)
Did you know that MCC welcomed 20 new full-time teaching faculty members this academic year? That’s 20 new colleagues ...

The Sixth Act Night at Geva: TOPDOG/UNDERDOG on October 29!
(Maria Brandt, The Sixth Act)
The Sixth Act is thrilled to offer MCC faculty, staff, and students the opportunity to join us for Geva's production of ...

TimelyCare: Free Virtual Medical Care for Students
(Stephanie Pinckney, Health and Wellness)
As a friendly reminder, TimelyCare is a Free virtual health and well-being platform designed for current ...

Events

Annual MCC Diversity Conference
(Calvin Gantt, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion)
This year’s conference will focus on how we live, grow, and thrive together by gaining understanding about the ...

Big Picture @ MCC Event
(Christian Lopez, First- Year Experience & Student Life)
Join us from 12pm to 2pm for the Big Picture @ MCC at the Building 1 Front Lawn! Stop by to grab some free food, pick up ...

College Forum with MCC Trustees to be held September 30 at the Downtown Campus
(Linda Hall, Office of the President)
College Forum with MCC Trustees to be held Wednesday, September 30, at the Downtown Campus. College Forums provide MCC ...

Emerging Leaders Badge Program
(Chloe Allen, Student Life & Leadership Develop.)
The Emerging Leaders Badge Program is designed for students who want to strengthen their leadership skills, build their ...

Exciting Week Ahead for Tribune Athletics
(Zachary Stevenson, Athletics)
It’s a busy week for Monroe Community College Athletics, with three opportunities to come out and support the Tribunes ...

Free "Labor Film Series" Movie Passes Courtesy of the Faculty Association
(Sonja Lenhard, Faculty Association)
Don't miss out on free movie passes to the annual Rochester Labor Council "Labor Film Series", now in it's 38th year. With ...

Join the Tradition: MCC Foundation's 20th Annual Walk/Run for Scholarships
(Katherine Spohr, MCC Foundation)
There's still time to register for the Monroe Community College Foundation's 20th Annual Walk/Run for Scholarships on ...

Student Wellness Wednesdays are Back!
(Anita Davis, Health and Wellness)
Our student-favorite Wellness Wednesdays are back for the fall semester! Join the Health & Wellness team each week for a ...

TCC Brown Bag Kickoff: Connect with the Teaching & Creativity Center (Today)
(Melis Kural, Teaching & Creativity Center)
Welcome and Welcome Back to MCC! Whether you are new to MCC or a seasoned faculty member, this program is a great ...

Employee Accolades/Accomplishments

Extending Student Engagement Through Discussions of Transformative Texts
(Catharine Smith, Liberal Arts & Professional Studies)
Philosophy professors Amy Burtner, Thomas Blake, and Bob Muhlnickel have been awarded $14,359 from The Great Questions ...

MCC in the News

5K For Scholarships Highlighted on ARC Rochester
(Veronica Chiesi Brown, Community Relations)
ARC Rochester (FOX Rochester) featured the 20th annual 5K for Scholarships on Monday’s program. Katie Spohr, MCC ...

Recent News

Acting Director of Community Relations (09/01/2026)

Campus Wide Lockdown Communication Drills Planned (09/01/2026)

Class Schedule and Outlook Calendar (09/01/2026)

Community Resource Fair Today (09/01/2026)

Craft Club: Harvest Harmony: Create a Fall Floral Masterpiece (09/01/2026)

CSEA Vacation Exchange Request (09/01/2026)

Curriculum Approvals for Spring 2026 (09/01/2026)

Richard M Guon Child Care Prepares for an Exciting Fall! (09/01/2026)

Shaping the Future of Monroe Community College (09/01/2026)

Student Government Association (SGA) Public Meeting Structure (09/01/2026)

TCC: Open Classroom Week (Faculty Volunteers), RSVP by September 18 (09/01/2026)

Tribune Trailblazers - Join our Mailing List! (09/01/2026)

Auditions for Fall Musical: Something Rotten! (08/31/2026)

Bookstore Hours for the First Week of Classes (08/31/2026)

Call for Nominations - MCC Association Board General Representative (08/31/2026)

Campus Center Hours of Operation (08/31/2026)

Dining Menus August 31 to September 4 (08/31/2026)

MCC Student Free Breakfast Returns Today! (08/31/2026)

New York Times Commissions MCC Graduate's Artwork for U.S. Open Feature (08/31/2026)

Reminder: TeamDynamix (TDX) Goes Live August 31 (08/31/2026)

TCC Brown Bag Kickoff: Connect with the Teaching & Creativity Center (08/31/2026)

Technology Services Welcomes Elizabeth Baxter as Acting Deputy CIO (08/31/2026)

The People Behind the Sydor Optics Advanced Technology Center ATC: Jon Hinman (08/31/2026)

Tour-ific Success! (08/31/2026)

Virtual Campus Fall 2026 Welcome! (08/31/2026)

Welcome Back Message from the President (08/31/2026)