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New and returning Mount Wachusett Community College students will begin the academic year amid a sea of change at the Gardner campus, following more than a year of construction and extensive renovations.
Approximately 950 new students got an early look at the campus’ transformation during day, evening and program-specific orientations held over the past week in advance of the new academic year, which begins Tuesday, Sept. 6.
Students will notice substantial changes to the Haley academic building and theater, as well as a new 44,000-square-foot science and technology building. The college will transition into the new building this month.
A majority of the new day students attended orientation on Thursday, Sept. 1, which included a half-day of seminars and other activities. MWCC President Daniel M. Asquino and college administrators greeted the incoming students and encouraged them to become involved with campus activities and to tap into college resources and services.
President Asquino emphasized that during their time at MWCC, students will be working in partnership with faculty and staff to reach their academic and career goals.
“Together, we want to make certain that you achieve that dream, that goal and that aspiration.”
The president also announced that plans are underway for construction of a new student center and repaving of the college’s driveways and parking lots. Both projects are in the planning stages with construction anticipated next spring summer.
“This is an incredibly exciting time to be at MWCC,” said Dean of Students Jason Zelesky. “These changes represent our commitment to excellence in education and meeting the needs of the students and communities that we work so hard to serve.”
Coordinated by the office of Student Life, the orientation sessions provide students with an opportunity to learn about college life and MWCC programs and activities. Students met with faculty, deans and advisors, toured the campus, received information about academic resources, and attended a student club expo.
Alberto Olivas, founding executive director of the Congressman Pastor Center for Politics and Public Service at Arizona State University, was the keynote speaker. Olivas, who also addressed faculty and staff, spoke on the importance of embedding civic engagement within classroom instruction in a way that allows students to make “connections between what they’re learning in the classroom and what is going on in the world and in their lives.”
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Join the MetroWest & Central MA Women’s Network for a workshop crafted specifically to answer your questions about how to make social media work for you and your business. Cait Bagby, professional blogger at World Threads Traveler, will share her professional story, best practices of social media marketing, and help you workshop a marketing problem that you bring to the session.
Feeling frustrated by social media? Too many platforms? Not sure where to start? Or maybe not sure how to optimize for your business? In the business world, social media is an unmatched tool to help raise brand awareness, attract new customers, and generate new sales.
In this intimate workshop we will cover everything from the basics of what platform works best for your business, where your energy should be directed, how to attract new clients with imagery and storytelling, how to stay relevant with the best hashtags for your industry, when to post, and more importantly how to turn social media marketing into sales. Come ready with your questions for the send half of the session where Cait will help you workshop one of your social media pain points, work through the next steps, and give you actionable steps to move forward.
At the start and end of the evening there will be an opportunity for networking. Come meet other local female business leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals who live and do business in the area.
Wine, non-alcoholic beverages, and light appetizers provided.
Cait Bagby is the founder and voice behind World Threads Traveler, an eco-fashion and sustainable travel blog. After completing her MA in War Studies she decided to bridge her academic training with her passion for fashion and set out to help those in the textile industry by educating consumers on the dangers of fast fashion. By providing stylish eco alternatives, Cait is leading the way in ethical consumerism; saving her clients money, providing safer working conditions for textile producers, and cleaning up the environment one garment at a time.
El MetroWest & Central MA Women’s Network is an independent, unaffiliated, closed group for female business leaders, entrepreneurs, & professionals who live & do business in the MetroWest & Central MA area. Together we’ll expand our professional networks while we also support, encourage, & learn from each other. Join our closed Facebook group for more empowerment, networking, and information about our events:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/MetroWestMAWomensNetwork/
Sponsored by Cowork Hudson, The Lofts on Felton which offers coworking space for creatives, entrepreneurs and small businesses. Cowork Hudson strives to create an enterpreneurial and collaborative environment to help grow and foster small tech and entrepreneurship in Central Massachusetts.
FAQs:
Who is this event open to?
All business women, living and working in the MetroWest and Central Massachusetts area.
What should I wear?
We recommend business casual for all professional networking events.
Is there parking?
Yes, there is free street parking in the lot and on the surrounding streets.
What should I bring to the event?
Bring a notebook and pen to take notes, your smartphone with access to your social media account(s), a social media marketing problem that you need help solving, all your questions about social media marketing.
Do I need to have an Instagram/Facebook/Twitter/etc account in order to attend this event?
No! This workshop is designed to help answer whether these platforms are right for your business as well.
My company is interested in sponsoring or hosting the next event. Who do I contact?
The event organizers: Julia Becker Collins or Lysa Miller.
Who do I contact for more information?
The event organizers: Julia Becker Collins or Lysa Miller.
When the workday ends and the lights go down, Custom Cleaning Service of Peabody, Inc. gets to work. “We operate as our clients’ silent partner after business hours,” says Adam Paicos, of Templeton, who now serves as Director of Operations and oversees the company’s expansion into North Central MA. “We are not often seen, but we ensure facilities are clean, secure, and ready for business each day while serving as the eyes and ears for our clients when they are not on site.”
Discover local business stories through our Inside North Central Massachusetts Podcast series. Listen as Chamber members share their journeys, insights, and contributions to our thriving regional business community.
Looking for your next opportunity? Explore current job openings from employers across North Central Massachusetts on our Jobs Board. Whether you’re starting a new career or making a change, you’ll find a variety of local positions available to help you take the next step.
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