November Happenings

Last week was busy with high school students visiting the campus for an FCCLA (Family, Career, and Community Leaders of America) Conference on Wednesday, November 6^th. Just like freshman orientation, students started their morning at the Events Center and then had small groups on the campus.

Thursday, November7th, motivational speaker, Kevin Sharp was at McCook High School at 7:00 pm. Kevin Sharp is an award-winning vocalist, entertainer, cancer survivor, and now one of the country’s top speakers. He spoke of his battle with cancer, his career in music and how the two intertwined.

Brittany Sutton, Campus Cafe student writer

Welcome Back!

Welcome back everyone to another exciting, fun-filled semester at McCook Community College.  We have had several new faces join us this past year and many long-time returning staff and faculty have returned to campus.  The dorms are full and the athletic teams have begun their seasons for the Fall.

Welcome to new Vice President Andrew Long.  Mr. Long is a Nebraska native and returns home after a stint working in community colleges in Colorado.  Everyone please say "Hi" and make Mr. Long feel welcome. I am sure he is exhausted after helping with move in day at the dorms and Orientation Day on Monday.

We look forward to a wonderful 2013-14 school year. 

Campus Cafe staff

Snow, Illness and Injury.

It has been a while since our last post due to illness, injury and weather.  As things go in Nebraska, this is not unusual.  The amount of snow we have been getting is definitely unique to the past few years.  Living in Nebraska my whole life, I have not seen snow like this in many years.  It brought back memories of being a small child waking up to 2 feet of snow and building igloos and snow forts.  Although the snow causes problems and travel difficulties, it can be pleasant and enjoyable for children.  Now that I am older, I can't say with such fervor that I enjoy this wet, thick, slick substance as much as I used to.

As for the illness and injury, it seems that everywhere I look, someone is down and out with fever, sore throat, nausea or stomach illness.  If they are not ill, they are getting injured.  It has been quite a month for our students and staff, and I am hoping our 4 day weekend will lead to better health for all.

As for our local sports teams, they have all been very active.  If you have a chance to check out your campus email account, look for the sports updates from Kellen Fernetti.  He has been doing a wonderful job with pre-game write-ups and post-game follow-up.

Tina Walker
Webzine Advisor

Blue Out!

This week the big event on campus is the BLUE OUT when our men and women basketball teams take on North Platte. Join the rush and come to the game on Tuesday completely blued out!!! We need all the support we can get. Go, fight, win MCC!

Jan. 29 BLUE OUT BASKETBALL GAMES @ MCC
           Women- 5:30
           Men- 7:30 

Feb. 02 @ Lamar CC
           Women- 6:00
           Men- 7:30

Get an early start on graduation preparations.  Remember to complete your intent to graduate and your cap and gown order form before the deadline:  March 18th.

Remember IT's FLU SEASON!  Everyone should be very deliberate in washing your hands to prevent the spread of viruses.  Remember only soap and water kills some viruses.

Handwashing brochure

Zoe Budge, Webzine Team Member

Spring 2013 New Semester

Welcome back fellow MCC students! With the new year and fresh semester, it is not hard to be enthused about what is ahead. Let us make this spring term all that we are hoping it to be, academically and otherwise. If you have any problems with your schedules, the admissions office is always there to help. If you would like to withdraw from any classes you have until April 26. Make sure you are taking what you need and what you want. McCook Community College has a lot to offer for students in the now present 2013! Here is quote that is something I believe we can all ponder on as we start this new beginning,

"The first problem for all of us, men and women, is not to learn, but to unlearn." Gloria Steinem.

Sports

Our women's and men's basketball teams have been playing through the break and are competing well.

Women play at 5pm and the Men play at 7pm this weekend the 25th - Lamar CC @ Home
Men play on the 26th - Laramie County CC @ Home at 7:00p pm
Women play at 5:30 pm and the Men play at 7:30 pm on the 29th – North Platte CC @ Home

Zoe Budge, Webzine Team Member

December 10, 2012

December 10, 2012

We would like to remind everyone that if you need help with writing papers, doing research, writing citations and reference pages, or just another pair of eyes to look over your work, stop by the library and see Tina Walker, Library Director. Remember you don’t have to do everything alone.

Finals are only 1 week away!

Only 1 week left before finals; please remember that they library staff are here for you to help with final papers or projects.  See below to find your finals week schedule of your classes.

 UP COMING EVENTS!!!!!

Men’s Basketball
11 – Colby CC  7pm  Events Center
15 – Laramie County CC (Cheyenne, WY)  7pm  Away

Women’s Basketball
15th Grace University Omaha, NE   3pm  Away

Dates to Remember:

• December 12: put-it-where-you-want-it shirts: Putting photos on shirts, bags, and posters.- Student Union 10a.m. to 4p.m.
• December 18: Cinema Theater movie night
• December 21-January 13: winter break (dorms open on January 7th).
• January 14 – first day of Spring 2013 semester

Amber Flint
MCC Webzine Staff Member

December 3, 2012

December 3, 2012 

We would like to remind everyone that if you need help with writing papers, doing research, writing citations and reference pages, or just another pair of eyes to look over your work, stop by the library and see Tina Walker, Library Director. Remember you don’t have to do everything alone.

FINALS ARE ONLY 2 WEEKS AWAY! Only 2 weeks left before finals; please remember that they library staff are here for you to help with final papers or projects.

UPCOMING EVENTS

December 7- Last day to drop fall classes
December 7- MCC- Men’s BB@ Trinidad State at 7p.m.
December 8- MCC-Men’s BB@ Otero at 7p.m.
December 6th - Santas Workshop

McCook Community College will host Santa Claus in the Event Center when he conducts his annual workshop with the help of MCC students. Santa’s Workshop is scheduled for Thursday from 6-8 p.m. in the auxiliary gym in the Events Center. In addition to getting to spend a little quality time with Santa Claus, participants will have the chance to decorate holiday cookies, create crafts, play games, win prizes and have some winter wonderland fun. There will be a puppet show at 7 p.m. Entry Fee is one canned good with proceeds going to the McCook Pantry. Children must be accompanied by an adult in order to be admitted.

DATES TO REMEMBER:

December 6: Santa's workshop- Student Union, 6-8p.m.
December 12: put-it-where-you-want-it shirts, Student Union 10a.m. to 4p.m.
December 18: Cinema Theater movie night December 21-January 13: winter break (dorms open on January 7th). January 14 – first day of Spring 2013 semester

Amber Flint, Webzine Team Member