Week of March 15 - 21, 2010

Spring Break

Tuesday, March16, 8:30 a.m.-11 a.m.
Hampden-Hampshire CVTE Linkages Career Fair
A breakthrough renewable energy company will be among the Western Mass businesses showcased at the annual career exploration fair, sponsored by the Hampden-Hampshire CVTE (Career Vocational Technical Education) Linkages Consortium, a collaboration of Holyoke Community College and Springfield Technical Community College.

FloDesign Wind Turbine Corp. utilizes aerospace technologies to develop compact, high-efficiency wind turbines and other devices. The company recently closed a $34.5 million Series B financing round and was also awarded an $8.3 million grant as part of the US Department of Energy’s Advanced Research Projects Agency – Energy (“ARPA-E”) program.

More than 500 students from 13 consortium high schools will explore the interactive exhibits created by FloDesign and 40 other area companies and organizations from the science, technology, engineering, manufacturing, and clean energy sectors. Wonder how astronauts deal with bodily waste in space? Hamilton Standard will explain with a display of the space suits they create for NASA. The media is invited to come capture the excitement!
Bartley Center for Athletics and Recreation

Wednesday, March 17 -- Bus leaves at 7am click here for details
NYC Trip/"Wicked"

Thursday, March18, TBA
ABE College for a Day click here for information on Classes to be held.
More than 150 adult students and teachers from the region's ABE and ESOL programs will be here on campus for their first taste of community college.

SABES staff and nine HCC faculty will be providing classes and activities
from 8:30 until 1:30 on this day. Please help us lay out the red carpet
for these visitors if you chance upon them during the event.

More information on the ABE College for a Day can be found on the web
http://www.sabes.org/west/news.htm or by contacting Adrienne 413.552.2576 or Michele 413.552.2442 of SABES

Sunday, March 21, TBA
March in Holyoke's St. Patrick's Day Parade

Week of March 22 - 28, 2010

Monday, March 22, 9:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.
AIC MONDAY
Welcome Center

Tuesday, March 23, 12:30-1:45 p.m.
In the Heart of Conflict: Trying to Live a Normal Life in Abnormal Circumstances
Kittredge Center, PeoplesBank Conference Center
Join us for a visit by David Horovitz, author and editor-in-chief of The Jerusalem Post, Israel’s largest English-language daily. Sponsored by the Social Science Division at HCC, Horovitz's talk is free and open to the public, and serves as a kick-off for HCC's National Holocaust Month speaker series that begins in April.

Tuesday, March 23, 1-2 p.m.
Elms College and HCC bachelor's degree agreement signing
FR 309
Join us as HCC President William Messner and Elms College President Sister Mary Reap sign an agreement that will enable HCC students, staff, and alumni to earn a BA from Elms, while fulfilling the majority of their degree requirements at HCC. All are welcome.

Wednesday, March 24, 10:00-11:15 a.m. & 2:00-3:15 p.m.
Welcome Wednesdays - offer prospective students the opportunity to meet with an admissions counselor who will provide an overview of the admissions, financial aid, and transfer process.

You will also learn about the variety of services available to our students including career and academic counseling, services for students with disabilities, as well as free tutoring and educational assistance. Each session is followed by a personalized tour of our state-of-the-art campus, including the brand new Kittredge Center for Business and Community.

Unsure of what to study in college? You can complete a career profile and meet with a career counselor to discuss your results at Welcome Wednesdays! Gain a better understanding of which careers match your personality and learning style!
Fr 309

Wednesday, March 24, 8:00 a.m.
Board of Trustees Meeting
FR309

Wednesday, March 24, 9:00-10:30 a.m.
Trustee Diversity Committee Meeting
FR309

Wednesday, March 24, 10:00 a.m. - 10:50 a.m.
Student Recitals
C137

Wednesday, March 24, 11:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Environmental Activist - Majora Carter
Leslie Phillips Theater (Forum) - ASL Interpreted

Wednesday, March 24, 11:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Music Department - Midsemester Ensemble Concert
Leslie Phillips Theater (Forum)

Sunday, March 12, 10:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Johnson & Wales College A representative will be available to meet with students near the Cafeteria.

Week of March 29 - April 4, 2010

Mondays, March 29, 9:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.
AIC MONDAY - Welcome Center

Wednesday, March 31, 10:00-11:15 a.m. & 2:00-3:15 p.m.
Welcome Wednesdays - offer prospective students the opportunity to meet with an admissions counselor who will provide an overview of the admissions, financial aid, and transfer process.

You will also learn about the variety of services available to our students including career and academic counseling, services for students with disabilities, as well as free tutoring and educational assistance. Each session is followed by a personalized tour of our state-of-the-art campus, including the brand new Kittredge Center for Business and Community.

Unsure of what to study in college? You can complete a career profile and meet with a career counselor to discuss your results at Welcome Wednesdays! Gain a better understanding of which careers match your personality and learning style!
Fr 309

Wednesday, March 31, 10:00 a.m. - 10:50 a.m.
Student Recitals
C137

Wednesday, March 31, 10:00 a.m. - 10:50 a.m.
Student Recitals
C137

Wednesday, March 31, 11:00 a.m.
Poetry - Open Mic
Leslie Phillips Theater (Forum)

Wednesday, March 31, 11:00 a.m.
Major Poetry Event - Diane Gilliam Fisher ....more
People's Bank Room - KBC 301

Friday, April 2, TBA
Red Cross Blood Drive
Bartley Center

Friday, April 2, 8:00 p.m.
13th Annual HCC Jazz Festival Amherst Jazz Orchestra with guest artist Steve Turre, trombone. Admission charge for the general public.
FREE for HCC Students, Faculty, and Staff with valid ID.
Leslie Phillips Theater (Forum)

Saturday, April 3, 9:00 a.m. - 3 p.m.
13th Annual HCC Jazz Festival Big band/combo performances by high school and HCC students in the Theater. All events are free and open to the public
Leslie Phillips Theater (Forum)

Saturday, April 3, 9:00 a.m. - 3 p.m.
13th Annual HCC Jazz Festival
Clinics, workshops, and jam sessions in Recital Hall. All events are free and open to the public
C137

Up-coming Events

Monday, April 5, 2010
Tickets go on sale for NYC Trip (5/15)
Fronahue

Wednesday, April 7, 10:00 a.m. - 10:50 a.m.
Student Recitals
C137

Wednesday, April 7, 11:00 a.m.
Young @ Heart Chorus
Leslie Phillips Theater (Forum)

Thursday, April 8, 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Open House
Should you have any questions, regarding the Open House on April 8th, please email awrobel@hcc.edu or call 552-2242.

Wednesday, April 14, 10:00 a.m. - 10:50 a.m.
Student Recitals
C137

Wednesday, April 14, 11:00 a.m.
Earth Day

Saturday, April 17, 11:00 a.m.
Springfield Museum Trip: for further information, contact HCC's Manager of Athletics, Dan Landesman (552-2159) or email dlandesman@hcc.edu
Bartley Center

Thursday - Saturday, April 22 - 24, 8:00 p.m.
Dead Man's Cell Phone by Sarah Ruhl
Open to the public - $8.00 students/seniors, General Admission $10
Leslie Phillips Theater (Forum) ...more

Friday, April 23, 6:00 p.m.
Silent Pizza and Dead Man's Cell Phone by Sarah Ruhl
Join us for a Silent Pizza Gathering in G 217 (cafeteria), followed by an ASL Interpreted performance of "Dead Man's Cell Phone" at 8:00 p.m. in the Leslie Phillips Theater (Forum). ASL interpreters are Cat Dvar and Joan Wattman. 

Sunday, April 25, 2:00 p.m.
Dead Man's Cell Phone by Sarah Ruhl
Open to the public - $8.00 students/seniors, General Admission $10
Leslie Phillips Theater (Forum) ...more

Monday, April 26, 10:00 a.m. - 10:50 a.m.
Student Recitals
C137

Wednesday, April 28, 11:00 a.m.
Justice Slam
Leslie Phillips Theater (Forum)

April TBA
New Britain Rock Cats Baseball Game: For further information, contact HCC's Manager of Athletics, Dan Landesman (552-2159) or email dlandesman@hcc.edu


Sunday, May 2, 3:00 p.m.
Holyoke Civic Symphony Orchestra
Leslie Phillips Theater (Forum) Tuesday, May 4, 7:30 p.m.
Student Honors Recital featuring Yelizaveta Artemov, flute; Hunter Foote, violin; Edmanuel Reyes, guitar; and Levi Schmitt, trombone. All events are free and open to the public.
Leslie Phillips Theater (Forum)

Wednesday, May 5, 10:00 a.m. - 10:50 a.m.
Student Recitals
C137

Wednesday, May 5, 11:00 a.m.
Spring Fling
Student Senate and Trustee Elections
Courtyard

Wednesday, May 5, 7:30 p.m.
Student Ensemble Concert featuring the Percussion Ensemble, Concert Band, Jazz Guitar Ensemble, and Jazz Ensemble. All events are free and open to the public.
Leslie Phillips Theater (Forum)

Friday, May 7, 6:00 p.m.
Silent Pizza and film, "House of Signs"
Join us for a Silent Pizza Gathering in G 217 (cafeteria), followed by a screening of Bryan Horch's "The House of Signs" at 6:30 p.m. There will be a Q&A with the film-maker following the film. ASL Interpreted.

Tuesday, May 11, 7:30 p.m.
Student Ensemble Concert featuring the Classical Guitar Ensemble, Piano Ensemble, Chamber Vocal Ensemble, and College Chorale. All events are free and open to the public.
Leslie Phillips Theater (Forum)

Wednesday, May 12, 10:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Student Recitals All events are free and open to the public
Leslie Phillips Theater (Forum)

Saturday, May 15, TBA.
NYC Trip

Saturday, May 22, 10:00 a.m.
Commencement

Upcoming Events


On-going Events
Mondays, 9:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m.
AIC MONDAY - Welcome Center

Wednesday, February 10 - May 14, 2010 9:15 a.m..
Adult learners prepare for college - A FREE course!
This class consists of 12+ class hours a week, plus extensive mentor/tutor hours outside of class. Classes meet at HCC - Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

Students will receive instruction in reading, writing, math and pre-algebra, basic science, and computer and study skills that will help them succeed in college-level courses. The class will be taught in English in a supportive environment. Bilingual counseling will be available in English and/or Spanish

It is for those over 18 who have graduated from high school five or more years ago or who have earned a GED at any time. Graduates of the program will receive help with the college financial aid and admissions process. For information or to register, call (413) 552-2852 or email edreyfuss@hcc.mass.edu.

Wednesdays, 10:00-11:15 a.m. & 2:00-3:15 p.m.
Welcome Wednesdays - offer prospective students the opportunity to meet with an admissions counselor who will provide an overview of the admissions, financial aid, and transfer process.

You will also learn about the variety of services available to our students including career and academic counseling, services for students with disabilities, as well as free tutoring and educational assistance. Each session is followed by a personalized tour of our state-of-the-art campus, including the brand new Kittredge Center for Business and Community.

Fr 309

Wednesday, February 10 - May 5, 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Badminton - for further information, contact HCC's Manager of Athletics, Dan Landesman (552-2159) or email dlandesman@hcc.edu
Bartley Center