- SA&D Faculty and Staff Art Exhibition, through Nov. 13 in the Gudelsky Gallery.
- Living with Art: Selections from the Bortman Collection, through Nov. 19, Takoma Park/Silver Spring.
- Black and White Perspectives: Images from the Three Campuses, Nov. 1, Rockville.
- Is a Health Career in Your Future? information sessions throughout November at Rockville.
- El Dia de los Muertos: Observing the Tradition of Honoring Our Loved Ones, November 2, Rockville.
- Jefferson Cafe(TM) 2:30 p.m. Nov. 2, Takoma Park/Silver Spring.
- Art versus Craft in Poetry, with Ned Balbo and Jane Satterfield, Nov. 2, Germantown.
- Native Nations Dance Theater, Nov. 3, Takoma Park/Silver Spring.
- Mars Viewing through Telescopes, Nov. 6-9, Takoma Park/Silver Spring.
- Learn to Tell a Story with Noa Baum, November 8 and 15, Takoma Park/Silver Spring.
- Alumni Association’s New York Theatre Weekend, November 12-14.
- Saturday Discoveries for students in grades 4 and 5, Nov. 12, Takoma Park/Silver Spring.
- Career Programs Expo, Nov. 12, Germantown.
- Fondue Extravaganza and Networking Dinner, Nov. 14 in Gaithersburg.
- Montgomery College Community Colloquim: Faith in Science? Nov. 15, Takoma Park/Silver Spring.
- Romeo and Juliet, Nov. 16-20 at the Performing Arts Center, Rockville.
- Eliza Ching Piano Trio, Nov. 17, Rockville.
- Astrolabes - the original astronomical computer, Nov. 19, Takoma Park/Silver Spring.
- Book Discussion Group, Nov. 21, Rockville.
- Ballet Flamenco Jose Porcel, Nov. 22, Rockville.
- If You Give a Mouse a Cookie and Other Story Books, Nov. 26, Rockville.
- MC Chorus and Symphony Orchestra, Nov. 29, Rockville.
- Athletic events in November
- Forthcoming College events in December
- Alumni Association launching chapters in Nursing, Engineering
- MC giving opportunities include hurricane relief, Annual Fund and Auto Donation Program
- Mentoring opportunities available through International Buddy Program and Lifelong Learning
- Alumni Association benefits include insurance, car rental discounts, and preferred hotel rates

Click on any of the links below for additional information.

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School of Art & Design presents a Faculty and Staff Art Exhibition, now through November 13 in the Gudelsky Gallery, School of Art & Design Building, 10500 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring. Gallery open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. For information, call 301-649-4454. 

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Visual Arts Department presents Living with Art: Selections from the Ralph and Esther Bortman Collection, now through November 19 in the Pavilion of Fine Arts gallery, Takoma Park/Silver Spring campus. Gallery open 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday through Friday, and by appointment. Ralph and Esther Bortman filled their home in Kensington, Maryland with art. The paintings, prints, sculpture and ceramics that they collected represented the work of artists of local, national and international reputation. This collection became part of the fabric of their daily lives. Mr. Bortman's involvement in art included the making of art and eventually led to continuing his study of painting at Montgomery College. This exhibition is dedicated to the memory of the Bortmans. For information, contact Maureen Kohl, 240-567-1393, e-mail maureen.kohl@montgomerycollege.edu, or visit http://www.montgomerycollege.edu/Departments/artstp/events/gallery.htm.

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Communications Arts Technology Program presents Black and White Perspectives: Images from the Three Campuses of Montgomery College, a photography exhibition, November 1-December 17 at the CAT Gallery, Technical Center, Rockville Campus. Opening reception 7 p.m. Monday, November 7. For information, contact Martha Vaughan, 240-567-7521, or e-mail martha.vaughan@montgomerycollege.edu.

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Rockville Counseling Department presents “Is a Health Career in Your Future?” -- a series of information sessions on health science degree and certificate programs offered at the Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus. These information sessions will be held in Room 119 of the Counseling Building on the Rockville Campus. Sessions include:

- Nursing, Tuesday, November 1 (2-3 p.m.)

- Radiologic Technology, Tuesday, November 1 (3:30-4:30 p.m.)   

- Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Monday, November 7(12:30-1:30 p.m.)

- Physical Therapy Assistant, Monday, November 7 (2-3 p.m.)

- Surgical Technology, Wednesday, November 9 (1-2 p.m).

- Health Information Technology, Thursday, November 10 (1-2 p.m.)

- Mental Health Associate, Tuesday, November 15 (12-1 p.m.)

For information, contact the Rockville Campus Counseling Department, 240-567-5063.

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Counseling Department, Office of Student Life, International Education Program, Latino Student Union, and MC Catholic Club present El Dia de los Muertos: Observing the Tradition of Honoring Our Loved Ones, 2 p.m. Wednesday, November 2, at the Theatre Arts Arena, Rockville Campus. Participants may bring a photo or memento of those they wish to remember. For information, contact Professor Linda Robinson, 240-567-5080, or e-mail linda.robinson@montgomerycollege.edu.

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Paul Peck Institute for American Culture and Civic Engagement presents a Jefferson Cafe(TM) 2:30 p.m. Wednesday, November 2, in the Provost’s Conference Room, Commons Building, Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus. Jefferson Cafes feature coffee, dessert, and engaging conversation based on a brief reading, done in advance, on a topic in American life and culture. Attendance limited, pre-registration required.

Topic: Jefferson’s Views on Slavery. Readings will be taken from primay documents, rather tancommentary. Coffee and dessert 2:30 p.m., discussion 3 to 4:30 p.m. Facilitator: Professor Nadine Sparer, History/Law Faculty, Trinity College.

Please sign up early, because the Cafes fill quickly. To reserve a seat and obtain a copy of the advance readings, contact Francine Jamin, 240-567-1385, or e-mail francine.jamin@montgomerycollege.edu. For more information about the Jefferson Cafes, visit www.montgomerycollege.edu/Departments/americanculture.

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Paul Peck Humanities Institute presents “Art versus Craft in Poetry,” a public reading by poets and critics Ned Balbo and Jane Satterfield, 7 p.m. Wednesday, November 2, Room 216 HT, Germantown Campus.  Authors’ books will be available for purchase and signing. For information, call 240-567-7417.

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Office of Student Life presents Native Nations Dance Theater, 1:30 p.m. Thursday, November 3, in the Black Box Theatre, Communications Building, Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus. Vaughnda Hilton (Blackfeet/Seminole) and Delwin Fiddler Jr. (Cheyenne River Lakota Sioux) lead the 5-member ensemble representing different American Indian Nations in a variety of traditional and social dances, and welcome audience members to participate. For information or to reserve seats, contact Mia Price, 240-567-1487, or e-mail mia.price@montgomerycollege.edu.

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Planetarium presents Mars Viewing through Telescopes, Sunday, November 6  through Wednesday, November 9, 8-10 p.m. on the roof of the King Street Parking Garage, Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus, weather permitting. Mars in opposition on November 7: Sun, Earth, and Mars line up. For information, contact Dr. Harold Williams, 240-567-1463, or e-mail harold.williams@montgomerycollege.edu.

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Artist-in-Residence program presents Learn to Tell a Story with Noa Baum, a two-session workshop 3-6 p.m. Mondays, November 8 and 15, in the Black Box Theatre, Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus. Funded by a grant from the Webber Family Foundation. Workshop limited to 20 seats; participants must commit to attending both sessions. To reserve a seat or for information, contact Ellen Mansueto, 240-567-1388, or e-mail ellen.mansueto@montgomerycollege.edu.

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MC's Alumni Association hosts the eighth annual New York Theatre Weekend, November 12-14. All spaces are reserved, but we're keeping a wait-list in case someone drops out – so get your name in! This year's shows are "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels" with John Lithgow, and the Monty Python musical "Spamalot" with Tim Curry and David Hyde Pierce. Round trip motor coach from the Rockville Campus, two nights at the Novotel Hotel, and two Broadway shows are included in the basic cost of $585 per person (double occupancy). For information, call the Alumni Office, 240-567-5378.

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WDCE Youth Program presents Saturday Discoveries, a one-day enrichment program for students in grades 4 and 5, 8:30 a.m.-2:45 p.m. Saturday, November 12, at the Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus. Workshops explore topics outside of the regular school curriculum and provide opportunities for students to meet other students with similar interests. For information, contact Sharon Wolfgang, 240-567-7264, e-mail sharon.wolfgang@montgomerycollege.edu, or visit http://www.montgomerycollege.edu/youth.

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Admissions Office presents a Career Programs Expo, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, November 12, on the Germantown Campus. The Expo is an open house for high school students, parents, and working adults who are considering attending Montgomery College.  It will provide prospective students with the opportunity to learn about Montgomery College’s programs, admissions procedures, financial aid, scholarships, and student services.  Faculty members will be on hand to answer questions.  Tours of the College’s Germantown Campus will also be offered.  Prospective students who wish to attend are asked to call ahead to reserve their space.  To register, call 240-567-7816 or e-mail recruit@montgomerycollege.edu.  For information, contact Kani Holt, 240-567-7816, or e-mail kani.holt@montgomerycollege.edu.

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International Education Program and the Marriott Hospitality Center present a Fondue Extravaganza and Networking Dinner, prepared by the Melting Pot Restaurant, 6:30 p.m. Monday, November 14, at 9021 Gaither Road, Gaithersburg. $29.50 per person includes food, sodas, iced tea, and coffee. Please make checks payable to Montgomery College. Seating is limited. Reserve by November 10. For information or to reserve seats, contact Professor Gail Forman, 240-567-7443, or e-mail gail.forman@montgomerycollege.edu.

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Planetarium presents a Montgomery College Community Colloquim: Faith in Science? 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 15, in the Health Sciences Building, Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus. For information, contact Dr. Harold Williams, 240-567-1463, or e-mail harold.williams@montgomerycollege.edu.

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Robert E. Parilla Performing Arts Center presents Romeo and Juliet, William Shakespeare's tragedy of star-crossed lovers, November 16-20 at the Performing Arts Center, Rockville Campus. Curtain 8 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday. Tickets $10, $8 with your Alumni Association membership card. For information, call 240-567-5301, e-mail boffice@montgomerycollege.edu, or visit www.montogmerycollege.edu/PAC.

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Music Department presents the Eliza Ching Piano Trio, an evening of chamber music by Beethoven and Brahms, 8 p.m. Thursday, November 17 in the Music Recital Hall, Rockville Campus. The trio features pianist Eliza Ching, violinist Sheng-Tsung Wang, and cellist Victor Coo. For information, contact Mary Bentley, 240-567-5209, or e-mail mary.bentley@montgomerycollege.edu.

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Planetarium presents Astrolabes - the original astronomical computer, 7 p.m. Saturday, November 19, in the Planetarium, Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus. The astrolabe is a model of the universe and a projection which is conformally invariant. For information, contact Dr. Harold Williams, 240-567-1463, or e-mail harold.williams@montgomerycollege.edu.

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International Education Program, Women’s Studies Program, and the Center for Teaching and Learning present a Book Discussion Group, 2:30 p.m. Monday, November 21, in Room 212 Macklin Tower, Rockville Campus. The group will discuss “Yekl: A Tale of the New York Ghetto” (1896) by Abraham Cahan, a novella that was the source of the film “Hester Street,” directed by Joan Micklin Silver. Download the story for free from www.blackmask.com/books59c/yekl.htm. “Yekl” and “Hester Street” are about Jewish immigrants on the Lower East Side of New York City in the late 1800s and their problems adapting to the American lifestyle. For information, contact Professor Gail Forman, 240-567-7443, or e-mail gail.forman@montgomerycollege.edu.

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Robert E. Parilla Performing Arts Center presents Ballet Flamenco Jose Porcel, 8 p.m. Tuesday, November 22, at the Performing Arts Center, Rockville Campus. Tickets $38, $36 with your Alumni Association membership card. For information, call 240-567-5301, e-mail boffice@montgomerycollege.edu, or visit www.montogmerycollege.edu/PAC.

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Robert E. Parilla Performing Arts Center presents If You Give a Mouse a Cookie and Other Story Books, A TheatreworksUSA presentation, 11 a.m. Saturday, November 26, at the Performing Arts Center, Rockville Campus. Recommended for ages 5 and up. Tickets $7, $6 with your Alumni Association membership card. For information, call 240-567-5301, e-mail boffice@montgomerycollege.edu, or visit www.montogmerycollege.edu/PAC.

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Rockville Music Department presents MC Chorus and Symphony Orchestra, Dr. Molly Donnelly and Dr. Wen Kurkul, conductors, 8 p.m. Tuesday, November 29, at the Performing Arts Center, Rockville Campus. Free. For information, contact the Music Department, 240-567-5209, e-mail mary.bentley@montgomerycollege.edu, or visit www.montgomerycollege.edu/departments/musicrv/consched.htm.

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Athletic events in November include the following:

Cross Country

12 Sat.  - National Championship at Finger Lakes C.C., 10 a.m.

Women’s Basketball

5 Sat. - Rockville at Frederick C.C. 2 p.m.

9 Wed. - Rockville at Baltimore C.C. 6 p.m.

12 Sat. - Rockville at Gloucester C.C. (NJ) 1 p.m.

16 Wed. - Rockville at Anne Arundel C.C. 5 p.m.

19 Sat. - C.C.A.C. South (PA) at Rockville, 2 p.m.

21 Mon. - Rockville at Prince George’s C.C. 5 p.m.

Men’s Basketball

5 Sat. - Chesapeake College at Rockville, 7 p.m.

9 Wed. - Rockville at Germantown, 7 p.m.

12 Sat. - C.C.A.C./South (PA) at Rockville, 7 p.m.

18-19 Fri./Sat. - C.C.B.C./Essex Tournament (11/18: 7:30 p.m., 11/19: 2-4:30 p.m.)

30 Wed. - Rockville at Howard C.C. 7:30 p.m.

Women’s Soccer

5 Sat. - District Championship

11-12 Fri./Sat. - NJCAA Nationals

Men’s Soccer

6 Sun. - District Championship Region XX

11-13 Fri./Sun. - National Championship at Herkimer C.C.

For more information, contact the Athletics Department at each campus, or visit www.montgomerycollege.edu/athletics/.

***** And Mark Your Calendar for These Upcoming Events in December *****

International Education, Foreign Language, and Architecture departments present a Study-Travel Course in Moorish Spain: A Land of Caliphs, Emirs, and Kings. Course runs January 2-14, 2006. Students register for course SN215; others must attend two Saturday information sessions offered through the Workforce Development and Continuing Education program, December 3 and 10, 2005, 9:30-11:30 a.m. in Room 131 Humanities, Rockville Campus. Program cost $2,229 based on double-occupancy, with 20 or more paying participants. Single supplement $599. Supplemental rate for Tangiers excursion $145 per person; supplemental rate for Paris excursion $372 (twin share basis). Registration deadline is November 15. For information, contact Greg Malveaux, 240-567-7197, or e-mail greg.malveaux@montgomerycollege.edu.

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Music Department presents the Montgomery College Jazz Ensemble, Alvin Trask, conductor, 8 p.m. Tuesday, December 6, in the Robert E. Parilla Performing Arts Center. For information, contact Mary Bentley, 240-567-5209, or e-mail mary.bentley@montgomerycollege.edu.

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Music Department presents the Montgomery College Wind and Flute Ensembles, Paul Noble and Vanita Jones, conductors, 8 p.m. Thursday, December 8, in the Robert E. Parilla Performing Arts Center. For information, contact Mary Bentley, 240-567-5209, or e-mail mary.bentley@montgomerycollege.edu.

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Music Department presents the Montgomery College Chamber Singers, Dr. Molly Donnelly, conductor, 8 p.m. Friday, December 9, in the Music Recital Hall, Rockville Campus. For information, contact Mary Bentley, 240-567-5209, or e-mail mary.bentley@montgomerycollege.edu.

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WDCE Youth Program presents Art Explosion! - an enrichment program for students in grades 2-4, 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, December 10, at the Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus. This one-day, all-arts program offers workshops that explore topics outside of the regular school curriculum and provides opportunities for students to meet other students with similar interests. For information, contact Sharol Wolfgang, 240-567-7264, or e-mail sharon.wolfgang@montgomerycollege.edu.

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Robert E. Parilla Performing Arts Center presents a New Year’s Eve Celebration featuring the Joe Bryd Quintet, 9:30 p.m. Saturday, December 31, at the Performing Arts Center, Rockville Campus. Ring in the new year with our official countdown to midnight, champagne, hors d’oeuvres, and the smooth jazz of the Joe Byrd Quintet (with MC’s own Chuck Redd ’79 on vibes). Tickets $50; $48 with your Alumni Association membership card. For information, contact the Box Office, 240-567-5301, or e-mail boffice@montgomerycollege.edu.

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Water happens! Always call ahead to confirm events.

To request accommodations for a disability, please notify the sponsoring office or contact person at least 2 weeks before the event.

ALUMNI NOTICES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

Alumni Association to welcome new chapters in Fall 2005. Alumni from the Nursing and Engineering programs have formed steering committees to activate Alumni Association Chapters for those majors.

- Nursing alumni wishing to suggest activities or services for the Nursing Chapter are invited to contact Karen Bashir, chapter president, via the Alumni Office, 240-567-5378, or e-mail alumni@montgomerycollege.edu.

- Engineering alumni wishing to suggest activities or projects for an Engineering Chapter are invited to contact Don Day, faculty liaison, 240-567-5235, or e-mail the Alumni Office at alumni@montogmerycollege.edu.

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WANTED: Full-time and Part-time Faculty. Montgomery College is seeking applications for full-time faculty for Spring and Fall 2006.  The vacancies will be posted on https://jobs.montgomerycollege.edu. Part-time faculty postings will be posted during October.  Montgomery College has earned the 2004-05 Maryland "Workplace Excellence" Seal of Approval from the Maryland Work-Life Alliance, a public, private, non-profit coalition founded by Montgomery County and Discovery Communications, Inc. The "Excellent Place to Work" designation is a seal of quality that recognizes employers that demonstrate an extraordinary commitment to their workforce by supporting employees' integration of professional, personal, and community roles. Complete information and descriptions are posted at https://jobs.montgomerycollege.edu.

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Now you can show your support for Montgomery College's future growth by ordering from a special selection of custom-labeled, specially named Montgomery College Alumni Association Wines from Elk Run Vineyards. Elk Run donates a portion of the proceeds from each sale of Alumni Association Wines to the Association's programs and scholarships. Featured varieties include Knight's Cheer Merlot, Shepherd's Blush, Germantown Riesling, Sonny Clogg Chardonnay, Sweet Charlene red dessert wine, and Sarilla white vin de glace. Currently, you may purchase these brands at the vineyard in Mt. Airy, MD, or order by phone at 800-414‑2513.

ALUMNI VOLUNTEER AND GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

Hurricane-displaced Gulf Coast college students who have relocated to Montgomery County receive tuition-free access to Montgomery College, as part of a broader effort by Montgomery County to assist those impacted by the crisis. The Montgomery College Foundation seeks to assist students with the cost of books, supplies, and other critical needs, through scholarships and other donated funds. Persons wishing to make a gift to support this effort are asked to contact the Montgomery College Foundation at 240-567-7491. Gifts can also be made online by visiting www.montgomerycollege.edu/giving.

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There are several opportunities for you to help students who depend on scholarship support to pursue their education. Your gift can make an extraordinary difference in the lives of Montgomery College students. Here are a few of the ways you can help the College in its mission of changing lives:

- The College relies on alumni and friends to show their support by donating to the Annual Fund – designed to raise critically needed funding for immediate use. We're counting on you: Only with the help of our alumni will we be able to raise the funding needed for scholarships, programs, new technology and equipment for our classrooms. Visit www.montgomerycollege.edu/giving to find out more, then make your tax-deductible donation to the Annual Fund today at https://mcssb.montgomerycollege.edu/pls/eagle/hzskpldg.p_vt_giving.

- Getting tired of your old car? Please remember the Montgomery College Foundation's Automobile Donation Program. The Montgomery College Foundation will accept 1993 vehicles or newer, and only if there is no damage to the body of the car. All donated cars will be sold at automobile auctions by a licensed wholesaler, and the proceeds will support Montgomery College students and programs through the Annual Fund. For more information, contact Carrie Hurd, 240-567-4028, or e-mail carrie.hurd@montgomerycollege.edu.

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Are you considering your options for estate planning? The Montgomery College Foundation's Planned Gifts Committee offers choices for alumni and friends considering ways to include Montgomery College in estate planning. For more information, see the Committee's letter at www.montgomerycollege.edu/Departments/instadrv/foundation/pgcspring2005.doc, or call the Development office at 240-567-4009.

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Mentoring Opportunities: Do you want to make a difference in the lives and future of young people? Do you want to help students tackle the challenges and reap the rewards of achieving success in college? Do you want to promote the benefits of learning? If your answer to the above questions is an enthusiastic "yes," then you could be a Montgomery College student mentor. You can have a significant effect on a student's academic and personal development. You can help improve their grades, be a role model, and help set goals and targets. You can help students explore their interests and make informed educational and career decisions. Being a mentor is a way to contribute to the education and training of the next generation. It's a wonderful opportunity to engage directly with current students, become more involved with Montgomery College, and improve your own mentoring skills in the process. To learn more or to volunteer, please call the Lifelong Learning Institute at 240-567-7879. 

Takoma Park/Silver Spring Student Development seeks international alumni to participate as mentors in the International Buddy Program. The program provides a working relationship between current international students and past international students who have either graduated or transferred from Montgomery College. Adjustment to a new community may be difficult, especially if there is a difference in language and culture. The International Buddy Program can help ease the transitional phase and help students adjust to the social, academic and cultural environment at Montgomery College. The primary mode of communication will be e-mail. For more information or to volunteer, contact Dr. Harold Barber or Stephanie Waller at 240-567-1480 or e-mail harold.barber@montgomerycollege.edu or stephanie.waller@montgomerycollege.edu.

If you have a country or major of study mentor/mentee preference, please indicate that in your e‑mail.

RESOURCES

Membership in the Alumni Association is FREE to graduates, former students and retirees. Association members are eligible for reduced rates on various car rentals and hotel stays, as well as insurance! For a complete list of membership benefits, visit www.montgomerycollege.edu/alumni/benefits.html

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