Mercer County Community College

Mercer County Community College Gets Nod from National Science Foundation for Advancing N.J. Engineers and Technicians Program

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Thursday, July 13, 2023
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WEST WINDSOR, N.J., July 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mercer County Community College (MCCC) received a grant from the National Science Foundation to help develop future New Jersey engineers and technicians by working to increase access to degrees in those fields for students in underrepresented communities.

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  • Mercer County Community College (MCCC) received a grant from the National Science Foundation to help develop future New Jersey engineers and technicians by working to increase access to degrees in those fields for students in underrepresented communities.
  • WEST WINDSOR, N.J., July 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mercer County Community College (MCCC) received a grant from the National Science Foundation to help develop future New Jersey engineers and technicians by working to increase access to degrees in those fields for students in underrepresented communities.
  • The National Science Foundation (Broadening Participation in Engineering) awarded MCCC $87,479 to develop and host a program called Transforming Engineering Access for Mercer Students (TEAMS).
  • This will be facilitated largely through four conferences, college engineering tours, engineering project field trips and a presentation of findings at a national engineering conference.

Mercer County Community College Partners with Rider University to Become First N.J. Community College to Offer Campus Housing Option for Students

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023
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WEST WINDSOR, N.J., June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mercer County Community College (MCCC), a publicly supported comprehensive institution of higher learning, announced the finalization of an agreement with nearby Rider University to provide room and board services for MCCC students at Rider's campus in Lawrenceville, N.J. While taking classes at Mercer, students can now immerse themselves in the residential life at Rider University, enjoying access to a wide range of essential student services including housing, dining, transportation, health care, and more.

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  • While taking classes at Mercer, students can now immerse themselves in the residential life at Rider University, enjoying access to a wide range of essential student services including housing, dining, transportation, health care, and more.
  • The agreement provides MCCC students with a specialized rate on room and board at Rider.
  • The goal of the agreement was twofold: To provide housing for MCCC students and to make admission and transfer to Rider more feasible for these students.
  • For more information on the housing agreement between MCCC and Rider University, including how to take advantage of this opportunity, please visit MCCC and Rider University housing webpages.

Mercer County Community College to Induct Class of 2023 Athletics Hall of Fame Honorees at Ceremony on June 16

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Wednesday, June 14, 2023
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WEST WINDSOR, N.J., June 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mercer County Community College (MCCC) will induct the Class of 2023 Athletics Hall of Fame honorees at an awards ceremony and dinner on June 16th from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Princeton. Proceeds from the event, hosted by the MCCC Athletics Committee and the MCCC Foundation, will support scholarships and improvements for MCCC athletic facilities.

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  • Mercer County Community College (MCCC) will induct the Class of 2023 Athletics Hall of Fame honorees at an awards ceremony and dinner on June 16th from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Princeton.
  • WEST WINDSOR, N.J., June 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mercer County Community College (MCCC) will induct the Class of 2023 Athletics Hall of Fame honorees at an awards ceremony and dinner on June 16th from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Princeton.
  • "The Hall of Fame shines a bright light on all of those who wore a Mercer uniform on campus and beyond."
  • All sponsors will be recognized at the event, in MCCC's 2023 Annual Report, and on the MCCC Athletics Hall of Fame website.

Gonzalo Perez Appointed Assistant Vice President of Academic Affairs, Workforce Education and Innovation at Mercer County Community College

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Thursday, February 23, 2023
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TRENTON, N.J., Feb. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mercer County Community College (MCCC) has announced Gonzalo Perez as the new Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Academic Affairs, Workforce Education and Innovation. In his role, Perez will oversee Mercer County Community College's James Kerney Campus (JKC) in conjunction with the Division of Lifelong Learning and MercerOnline.

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  • Mercer County Community College (MCCC) has announced Gonzalo Perez as new Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Academic Affairs, Workforce Education and Innovation.
  • TRENTON, N.J., Feb. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mercer County Community College (MCCC) has announced Gonzalo Perez as the new Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Academic Affairs, Workforce Education and Innovation.
  • "We are pleased to welcome Dr. Perez as AVP," said Dr. Deborah Preston, president of Mercer County Community College.
  • "Mercer County Community College has a vested interest in continuing to improve the student experience by providing the finest academic and career options," said Schreyer.

Dr. Michael A. Coe, M.Ed, D.Div.'s newly released "He Looks Like Me: An evidence based guide for teachers mentoring African American Boys" is an informative resource

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Monday, December 5, 2022
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MEADVILLE, Pa., Dec. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- "He Looks Like Me: An evidence based guide for teachers mentoring African American Boys": a helpful study of the positive effects of partnering young men of color with positive role models with similar backgrounds. "He Looks Like Me: An evidence based guide for teachers mentoring African American Boys" is the creation of published author Dr. Michael A. Coe, M.Ed, D.Div., a dedicated father of two and a special education teacher for twenty-one years. Dr. Coe dedicated his life to bringing change to African American males in the inner-city community. He holds an Associate of Applied Science in general business from Mercer County Community College, West Windsor, New Jersey; a Bachelor of Science in biblical studies from Cairn University in Langhorne, Pennsylvania; a Master of Education from Gratz College Melrose Park, Pennsylvania; a post master's degree in school administration from The College of New Jersey, Ewing, New Jersey; and a Doctor of Divinity from Isaiah University, Daytona Beach, Florida. He also holds a New Jersey Teacher of the Handicapped Certificate K–12, a Supervisor's Certificate, and a Principal's Certificate.

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  • "He Looks Like Me: An evidence based guide for teachers mentoring African American Boys" from Christian Faith Publishing author Dr. Michael A. Coe, M.Ed, D.Div.
  • MEADVILLE, Pa., Dec. 5, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- "He Looks Like Me: An evidence based guide for teachers mentoring African American Boys": a helpful study of the positive effects of partnering young men of color with positive role models with similar backgrounds.
  • "He Looks Like Me: An evidence based guide for teachers mentoring African American Boys" is the creation of published author Dr. Michael A. Coe, M.Ed, D.Div., a dedicated father of two and a special education teacher for twenty-one years.
  • For additional information or inquiries about "He Looks Like Me: An evidence based guide for teachers mentoring African American Boys," contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.

MCCC's Annual Day of Giving Exceeds Fundraising Goal, Raises $32k for Students in Need

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022
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WEST WINDSOR, N.J., Nov. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Mercer County Community College is excited to share the success of its latest annual day of giving, Mercer Tuesday, held on November 15th.

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  • MCCC set an ambitious goal to fundraise $25,000 by Mercer Tuesday for its Closing the Gap campaign, which provides financial support to the college's most vulnerable students.
  • Mercer County Community College serves a diverse population of students across two campuses in West Windsor and Trenton.
  • In a recent poll, 89 percent of Mercer students expressed that they were in dire need of some type of financial assistance.
  • Studies show that students who defer their education seldom return to complete their degrees, leading to undesirable lifelong economic ramifications.

Capital Health Launches Trenton Neighborhood Initiative in Partnership with Trenton Health Team, Leveraging $10 Million of Investment in Local Community

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Thursday, September 22, 2022
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Recognizing its role as an anchor institution in Trenton, Capital Health decided to embark on a significant project to drive $10 million of investment in the greater well-being of the neighborhood where Capital Health Regional Medical Center is located.

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  • Recognizing its role as an anchor institution in Trenton, Capital Health decided to embark on a significant project to drive $10 million of investment in the greater well-being of the neighborhood where Capital Health Regional Medical Center is located.
  • Capital Health approached Trenton Health Team, a valued community partner, to work with them on developing and executing this transformative multi-year plan.
  • The Trenton Neighborhood Initiative (TNI) recognizes the importance of helping address the social determinants of health for residents and will deliver solutions that complement the health care services Capital Health provides.
  • The Trenton Neighborhood Initiative Homebuyer Assistance Program is a partnership between Capital Health's Trenton Neighborhood Initiative and New Jersey Community Capital.

AMERICAN REPERTORY BALLET PRESENTS KALEIDOSCOPE

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Tuesday, August 30, 2022
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NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J., Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- American Repertory Ballet (ARB) launches its 2022-2023 season with Kaleidoscope for four performances at the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center, September 23-25.

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  • NEW BRUNSWICK, N.J., Aug. 30, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- American Repertory Ballet (ARB) launches its 2022-2023 season with Kaleidoscope for four performances at the New Brunswick Performing Arts Center, September 23-25.
  • A dancer with American Ballet Theatre, Davison's piece premiered at the Boulder Arts Outdoors Festival in 2021 and ARB performed the piece earlier this year as part of its Mask-erade Gala.
  • Buy tickets to all three American Repertory Ballet performances at New Brunswick Performing Arts Center (Kaleidoscope, Giselle, and PREMIERE3) and receive 30% off.
  • For season tickets, visit arballet.org/seasontickets
    Led by Artistic Director Ethan Stiefel, American Repertory Ballet (ARB) is New Jersey's preeminent ballet company, presenting classical repertory alongside new and existing contemporary work.

NOVA's New Vice President of Academic Affairs and Chief Academic Officer Unveils His Priorities for the College

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Thursday, September 23, 2021
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ANNANDALE, Va., Sept. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dr. Eun-Woo Chang joined NOVA this summer as VP of Academic Affairs and Chief Academic Officer.

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  • ANNANDALE, Va., Sept. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dr. Eun-Woo Chang joined NOVA this summer as VP of Academic Affairs and Chief Academic Officer.
  • Having gotten the lay of the land, he has now released his priorities for the college: to implement innovation, diversity and inclusivity into all facets of academic planning.
  • He previously served in academic leadership at Ashland University and Mercer County Community College.
  • This college has always been a great incubator for inclusive education, and I want to encourage innovation," said Chang.

Curaleaf Is Ready To Serve New Jersey's Growing Market With New Bordentown Location

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Wednesday, August 25, 2021
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WAKEFIELD, Mass., Aug. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Curaleaf Holdings, Inc. (CSE: CURA) (OTCQX: CURLF) ("Curaleaf" or the "Company"), a leading U.S. provider of consumer products in cannabis, today announced the opening of Curaleaf Bordentown, the company's 109th dispensary nationwide. The Company also announced the launch of its Select brand in New Jersey, expanding the brand's reach to 19 states. Select Bites, which feature the brand's award-winning, concentrated broad-spectrum oil and science-based formulations that offer precise, consistent cannabis experiences for any occasion, are now available at all Curaleaf New Jersey locations. 

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  • Curaleaf Bordentown is a 9,546 square foot dispensary located at 191 Route 130, and is the second location that Curaleaf has opened in the state this year.
  • All three of Curaleaf's New Jersey dispensaries are strategically positioned near the New York and Pennsylvania borders, allowing the Company to better serve the growing East Coast adult-use market.
  • In June, Curaleaf started serving patients at Curaleaf Edgewater Park and announced that it had tripled its cultivation capabilities with its new facility in Winslow Township.
  • For more information on Curaleaf Bordentown and its selection of branded flower, vapes and ingestible products, please visit https://curaleaf.com/locations/ .