MCC Launches “One Week to Go” to Get Students Ready for Fall

There is almost “One Week to Go” until the start of Middlesex Community College’s Fall 2022 semester. From Monday, August 29 to Friday, September 2, Middlesex faculty and staff will offer in-person office hours and activities to help students prepare for the new semester.

“Our offices are open and ready for them to come and connect with any of our offices at Middlesex before the start of classes,” said Steven Rossi, MCC’s Director of Student Engagement & Retention. “We hope students will use this time to meet with advisors and financial aid specialists, visit the campus to check out the bookstore and other places they’ll need to know, and enjoy unique experiences MCC is hosting to engage with classmates and staff across the college.”

MCC’s Office of Advising will be available to meet with students to register for more classes or change their schedules. Students can also take time throughout the week to visit the Offices of Financial Aid or Student Accounts to ask questions or settle remaining balances.

To get familiarized with the MCC community, the week offers a chance for students to tour the campuses in Bedford or Lowell, as well as to buy books and supplies for their classes.

MCC’s “One Week to Go” engagement week is also the perfect time for students to learn about the resources and organizations available to meet their individual needs. This includes representatives from the Academic Centers for Enrichment (ACE), Success Scholars Programs, and MCC’s two TRIO programs for Student Achievement and Program for Student Success.

Tara Barlett, of Woburn, is a 2022 Middlesex alumna of the Business Administration-Transfer program. An Orientation Leader (OL) and Success Scholars Alumni Mentor, Barlett emphasizes the value of learning what the college and community can bring to students.

“I am constantly reminded of all the wonderful programs and services that MCC provides,” Barlett said. “These students get a head start on classes, gain knowledge about the campuses and make connections. I’m grateful for the opportunities and experiences that were provided by MCC during my time here. I believe in giving back and I feel like being an OL and Success Mentor is the perfect way to do that.”

Middlesex believes that building relationships with peers and having fun is also an important part of the full college experience. To foster a supportive environment from the start, the One Week to Go Event will provide students with activities such as listening to music, getting a caricature drawing done, and putting together a bamboo plant. Food and ice cream trucks will also be available for students who visit at least one of MCC’s offices.

“These ‘One Week to Go’ events are a great introduction to all the resources, enrichment and fun MCC gives to students,” Rossi said. “We look forward to meeting you!”