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Life After Graduation 

Tips and Tricks On Job Search, Writing a Resume, and Resources  Graduation! Seems like it’s just right around the corner. It’s a busy time for those who are graduating this spring. Whether you are applying to a four-year college or preparing yourself for a career in your field, it can seem overwhelming. Luckily, we have a few tips that can help you […]

¾º²ÊÍø Early College Alumni Success Story: Kaitlyn Fales

Kaitlyn Fales came to ¾º²ÊÍø in 2016 as a Pathways Early College Experience student. During her time at the Mount, her grades earned her membership in the Alpha Beta Gamma International Business Honor Society and the Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society. Her 4.0 grade point average earned her the President’s Key upon her graduation, […]

¾º²ÊÍø THRIVE Center and ACT Center

What is the Difference? The THRIVE Center is a newly added area to Mount Wachusett Community College that provides support for students. While the Academic Advising, Career, and Transfer office (ACT) also provides students with support, there are a few key differences. In this article, we will break down those differences and help you determine […]

Diversity Abroad and Education in Ireland Announce New Inclusive Scholarship

In collaboration with Diversity Abroad, Education in Ireland recently announced the creation of a new scholarship program: the Inclusive Ireland Scholarships, which will support BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) students to study abroad in Ireland.  With a commitment to providing academically rigorous and culturally immersive study abroad experiences for students from all backgrounds […]

The Culture of Business Cards

In American culture, we hand out business cards in a very casual manner with no ritual involved. Did you know that in other cultures, the process of distributing your business card can be filled with ritual and protocol? Which hand to use, making eye contact or bowing can indicate that you are aware of these […]