Category: Press Release

New college president looks to enhance “community” aspect of Mohave Community College

Dr. Stacy Klippenstein began reaching out to local communities before he even officially started as the new president of Mohave Community College on July 1. He held several meetings with the college administrative team, attended a City of Kingman Council Commission Workshop, and began setting up meetings with local elected officials, business and education leaders, Read more about New college president looks to enhance “community” aspect of Mohave Community College[…]

Posted on July 2, 2019July 2, 2019 in Press Release.

MCC Newscast -Mohave Minutes – June 2019

MCC News shares the college news, events, faculty, staff and student stories from Mohave Community College each month.  Known as the “Mohave Minutes” it is intended to be a quick source of information to keep you updated on what’s happening at the college’s four campuses.  If you have an MCC story idea please email it Read more about MCC Newscast -Mohave Minutes – June 2019[…]

Posted on June 14, 2019June 14, 2019 in Press Release.

MCC unveils new Electrical program and building to train future electricians, meet local demand

Mohave Community College unveiled its new Electrical building and certificate program this week during a ribbon cutting and open house on the Neal Campus-Kingman. Kingman Mayor Jen Miles was at the event and was impressed with what she saw.  She said the community has an extraordinarily high demand for residential and commercial/industrial electricians.  “Kingman has Read more about MCC unveils new Electrical program and building to train future electricians, meet local demand[…]

Posted on June 13, 2019June 17, 2019 in Press Release.

Director of Financial Aid Receives her Consumer Information Certification.

Financial Aid Director Heather Patenaude recently got her Consumer Information Certification from NAFSAA, that’s the National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators. What is the Consumer Information Certification and what does it mean for the college and its students? Consumer Information is all about transparency and ensuring that student, staff, and the public get the Read more about Director of Financial Aid Receives her Consumer Information Certification.[…]

Posted on June 11, 2019 in Press Release.

MCC Nursing program ranked one of best in America

The Mohave Community College Registered Nursing program is one of the best in the country, according to new rankings compiled by the website RNCareers.org. “We rigorously evaluated 1,892 RN programs across the country on a number of factors important to nursing students,” said Laura Jacobson, a registered nurse and RNCareers.org representative. “We are pleased to Read more about MCC Nursing program ranked one of best in America[…]

Posted on June 10, 2019June 10, 2019 in Press Release.

MCC budget prioritizes student instruction, student support and infrastructure in 2020

The Mohave Community College Governing Board will meet on June 13 to vote on the 2019-2020 fiscal year budget. “The budget is balanced, with zero debt, and the vast majority will continue to be dedicated to instruction and student support,” said Interim MCC President Dr. Diana Stithem. The $45 million budget includes $34 million in Read more about MCC budget prioritizes student instruction, student support and infrastructure in 2020[…]

Posted on May 23, 2019May 30, 2019 in Press Release.

 PUBLIC NOTICE: PUBLIC HEARING AND BOARD MEETING NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the residents and taxpayers of Mohave County Community College District that the Board of Governors of the district will hold a Public Hearing and a Special Board Meeting for consideration of the proposed budget for the 2019-20 fiscal year.  The Public Hearing will be held via Interactive Television (ITV) originating Read more about  PUBLIC NOTICE: PUBLIC HEARING AND BOARD MEETING NOTICE[…]

Posted on May 22, 2019May 23, 2019 in Press Release.

Watch your MCC News and Commencement 2019

A busy end to the Spring Semester at MCC, including a great 2019 Commencement Ceremony that was streamed live on the MCC YouTube channel.  Incoming MCC President Dr. Stacy Klippenstein, who will take the reins on July 1, made the trip from Montana with his wife to be at the commencement ceremony so they could Read more about Watch your MCC News and Commencement 2019[…]

Posted on May 11, 2019May 15, 2019 in Press Release.

Graduating Dental Student Wins Student of the Month Award

Sarah Palme, a second year dental student, was happy to learn that she had been nominated for the April student of the month award.   Sarah was nominated as student of the month because she represents what MCC stands for. Dedicated academically with strong clinical skills she is always willing to help her peers. She Read more about Graduating Dental Student Wins Student of the Month Award[…]

Posted on May 9, 2019 in Press Release.

MCC Board of Governors selects next college president

The Mohave Community College Board of Governors has chosen Dr. Stacy Klippenstein to be the next president of the college. “I am honored to be part of this commitment and will work tirelessly to uphold the mission, vision, and values of this great institution,” said Dr. Klippenstein, who currently serves as the President of Miles Read more about MCC Board of Governors selects next college president[…]

Posted on May 6, 2019 in Press Release.

Many great stories among the hundreds of 2019 MCC graduates

More than 600 Mohave Community College students are getting ready for their next big step in life, as they prepare to graduate from Mohave Community College. The college just announced, 587 students will be awarded degrees and/or certificates in 2019 and that number will go higher because students are still submitting graduation applications, including students Read more about Many great stories among the hundreds of 2019 MCC graduates[…]

Posted on May 1, 2019May 2, 2019 in Press Release.

Laurel Clifford is the 2019 Service to Students Award Winner

Mohave Community College is honoring Math Instructor Laurel Clifford for her outstanding efforts to help students.  “She is truly a phenomenal teacher who puts the students first,” wrote the student who nominated Clifford for the Ellen Licari Service to Students award.   Laurel worked with Ellen Licari at the Lake Havasu City campus, and watched Ellen Read more about Laurel Clifford is the 2019 Service to Students Award Winner[…]

Posted on April 30, 2019April 30, 2019 in Press Release.

Bullhead City Campus College Daze 2019

College Daze took place on Friday April 12th on the Bullhead City campus. This is an event the staff, student council, and other clubs contribute to make the student body feel appreciated. This event is free for students and fun packed too! A dunk tank allowed students to take a shot at dunking a familiar Read more about Bullhead City Campus College Daze 2019[…]

Posted on April 29, 2019April 29, 2019 in Press Release.

Financial Aid to Present at National Training Conference

Another exciting announcement from financial aid comes along with a big honor in Orlando Florida. Brenda Averette will be presenting 2019 PowerFAIDs User and Training & Conference in Orlando, FL on June 21-22. PowerFAIDs is the software that MCC’s Financial Aid Department, as well as countless other institutions, uses to process and disburse Financial Aid, Read more about Financial Aid to Present at National Training Conference[…]

Posted on April 29, 2019April 29, 2019 in Press Release.

Sharon Hanks chosen as MCC 2019 Macebearer

Sharon Hanks and her husband Rolland moved to Kingman in 1980, on the first day of their honeymoon, which Rolland says never ended. In 1988 Sharon’s desire to help others drew her to a job in student services at MCC. Over the years she’s held positions from Registration Clerk, working on the front-line with students, Read more about Sharon Hanks chosen as MCC 2019 Macebearer[…]

Posted on April 29, 2019April 29, 2019 in Press Release.