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Heet Shah

Learn & Earn Business Program Provides Student with Real-world Experience

July 31, 2025 | By Caitlin Buckley

In his second year at Middlesex Community College, Heet Shah is already advancing in his career. From India and now living in Lowell, Shah works both as a Sales and Services Representative for Northern Bank through the college’s Learn and Earn program and as a Student Leader for MCC’s Academic...

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Graduates of the biotech program pose with MCC administrators, faculty and community partners

MCC Graduates First Cohort from New Accelerated Biotechnology Career Builder

July 30, 2025 | By Caitlin Buckley

In summer 2025, Middlesex Community College launched the first cohort of the new Accelerated Biotechnology Career Builder. Throughout the eight-week program, faculty from Middlesex’s award-winning associate degree and certificate programs provided comprehensive curriculum, hands-on learning experiences,...

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‘Swoop into MCC’ Ahead of the Fall 2025 Semester

July 29, 2025 | By Caitlin Buckley

Middlesex Community College is preparing new students for the Fall 2025 semester. Entitled Swoop into MCC, the summer sessions help accepted students kick off their college journey before classes begin.

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Dania Farah wearing a graduation cap and gown and holding flowers

MCC Made “Profound Difference” for Recent Grad

July 24, 2025 | By Caitlin Buckley

When deciding to continue her education, Dania Farah, of Weymouth, wanted to gain hands-on experience and develop skills to help her advance on a personal and professional level. At Middlesex Community College, she was able to pursue her passion for business both in the classroom and while learning...

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During Exploration Art Studio, students pose with their clay art creations.

MCC’s College for Kids Program Keeps Kids Engaged During Summer Break

July 23, 2025 | By Erin Carroll

Middlesex Community College’s College for Kids summer program is off to a strong start! Kids and teens ages 8 through 17 can explore interests, learn new skills, meet new friends, and boost self-confidence. Registration is still open for upcoming sessions, running through August 7.

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L-R students Jeremias Castillo, Cortney Schultz-Corson, Karl C. Hampton, and Department Chair and Professor of Engineering Cristopher Algarra

MCC Named a Community College Innovation Challenge Finalist

July 22, 2025 | By Caitlin Buckley

In June 2025, a team from Middlesex Community College participated in the final round of the Community College Innovation Challenge (CCIC) in Washington D.C. The group presented on their project entitled InSight, created by Department Chair and Professor of Engineering Cristopher Algarra and engineering...

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MCC Hires New Dean of Business, Legal Studies and Public Service

July 17, 2025 | By Caitlin Buckley

Middlesex Community College is excited to announce Heloisa DaCunha as the new Dean of Business, Legal Studies and Public Service. Most recently the Chair of MCC’s Criminal and Social Justice program, she has worked at Middlesex for 15 years, including as a professor.

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MCC wellness counselors, including Amy Mahoney, at a previous event hosted by the college’s Wellness Resource Center.

Students Build Connections This Summer with MCC’s Wellness Resource Center

July 16, 2025 | By Erin Carroll

This summer, Middlesex Community College is offering Pop-Up Wellness Lounge events run by the college’s Wellness Resource Center (WRC). The events allow students to connect, relax, and enjoy activities with the college community during the summer months.

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MCC Receives Over $1 Million in Grant Funding from Mass Life Sciences Center

July 15, 2025 | By Caitlin Buckley

Starting in April 2024, Middlesex Community College received a $1,012,438 grant from the Mass Life Sciences Center (MLSC) Pathmaker program. The funding assists in expanding the college’s Advanced Manufacturing with Robotics and Automation offerings through MCC’s Corporate Education and Training...

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At the 2025 Evening of Excellence, MCC Dean of Business, Legal Studies and Public Service Heloisa DaCunha awarded him the Donald J. Melisi Criminal and Social Justice Award for Academic Excellence.

MCC Helps Local Police Officer Advance in Career

July 10, 2025 | By Caitlin Buckley

Working full-time as a Waltham police officer and raising two young daughters, Allan Galdamez, of Lowell, was nervous to return to school. Interested in growing in his field, Galdamez came to Middlesex Community College where the Massachusetts free college program and the support he received from...

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