Events

Reconsidering Reconstruction: How Racism Shaped the National Narrative

Monday, February 16, 2026 at 12 PM

Learn more about this era and how reconstruction was made out to be a dark stain on U.S. history during a library presentation from Philosophy Instructor Stephen Charnley.

Read Smarter, Not Harder: The Power of Annotation

Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 12 PM

This session will explore what annotation is, why setting a clear purpose before reading matters, and how to maximize your annotations so they support learning.

Paws & Effect Dog Training

Every Tuesday - 2/3/26 to 4/28/26 from 6 to 7:30 PM

Learn how to build a relationship, trust, and respect with your pup, plus get started on the foundation skills needed to be a well-mannered companion.

Syrup Seminar with Seth Sutton

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 from 12 to 1 PM

Arts and Humanities Instructor Seth Sutton, who also leads the college’s Sugar Council, will share information about The Sugar Bush at MCC as well as lead the group on a tour of the Sap House.

College 101: Love 2 Learn

Thursday, February 19, 2026 from 12 to 1 PM

MCC's Success Coaches will help you discover how cultivating the right mindset and mastering time management can transform your college experience.

Discover Michigan in the 1920s: A Special Presentation with Jim Goodspeed

Monday, February 23, 2026 from 12 to 1 PM

Gain historical insight into rural mid-Michigan in the 1920s, the backdrop of the Bath School tragedy and the MCC Reads featured book, Bath Massacre by Arnie Bernstein.

I Got My PTK Invitation. Now What?

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 from 12 to 1 PM

This session will walk you through the next steps to becoming a PTK member, explain eligibility and membership requirements, and highlight the many benefits of joining.

Mini-Masterpieces: Nordic Tales Unveiled with Tore Skogseth—The Wit and Wonder of Ash-Lad

Thursday, February 26, 2026 from 12 to 1 PM

Join MCC Counselor & Advisor, Tore Skogseth, as he explores the Norwegian folktale "Athlad and His Good Helpers."

Rest to Do Your Best: Yin & Yoga Nidra for Midterms

Monday, March 2, 2026 from 12 to 1 PM

Enjoy Yoga Nidra to help you relax during midterms.

Free Professional Profile Pictures

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 from 11 AM to 1:30 PM

MCC is offering FREE professional photos to students for your LinkedIn and Canvas profile.

Visit GVSU with MCC

Friday, March 6, 2026 from 10 AM to 1 PM

The campus visit will allow you to experience the vibrant campus life, innovative programs, and friendly community at GVSU.

Centurion 5K Run

Saturday, March 7, 2026 at 9 AM

Help Centurion Athletics raise funds for the Cross Country teams with a family friendly 5K!

From Chalkboards to Classrooms: How Our Schools Changed

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 from 12 to 1 PM

Join us for an MCC Reads event discussing the evolution if education in America.

Bath 1927 Revisited: A Live Virtual Presentation and Q&A with Arnie Bernstein

Monday, March 23, 2026 from 12 to 1 PM

Take a deep dive into this years' MCC Reads selection with the author Arnie Bernstein.

America's Forgotten Catastrophe - A Discussion of Arnie Bernstein's Bath Massacre

Monday, March 30, 2026 from 12 to 1 PM

Join us for the MCC REads 2026 closing conversation with Library Services Coordinator Lisa Johnson.