IN THIS ISSUE:
Alumni Notices and Announcements: Tenth annual NYC Theatre Trip announced; Dr. Brian Johnson takes office Feb. 1; Alumni Association chapter information; alumni-themed products available for gift ideas.

Alumni Giving and Volunteer Opportunities: Spotlight on Louis D. Bliss Memorial Endowed Scholarship; information on MC Foundation giving opportunities.

Athletics and Sports: Maryland Nighthawks game tickets available; Rockville, Germantown, and Takoma Park/Silver Spring team calendars posted.

Exhibits: Juried Student Exhibition at the School of Art and Design; New paintings by David Krueger at Rockville;Communications Arts Technologies Faculty Exhibition re-opening at Rockville; Portraits of Life at the Rockville Jewish Community Center; From Sketch to Screen video game art at the School of Art and Design.

Performances: Farafina Kan, the Sounds of Africa, February 5, Rockville; Gabriel Alegria Afro-Peruvian Jazz Sextet, February 11, Rockville; Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Distinguished Chamber Music Series, February 13, Rockville; Yarina, music and dance of the Andes, February 18, Rockville; Native American Flute Festival, February 23-24, Rockville; Little Bit of Blues Band, February 24, Takoma Park/Silver Spring; Ward Harris and the Big Beat, February 27, Rockville; Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella, February 28-March 3, Rockville.

Community Events: Jefferson Cafes schedule for February; African Drumming Classes with Amadou Kouyate; Black Diasporan Film Series; Inova Blood Services Blood Drive; When We Were Orphans book discussion; League of Women Voters Unit Meeting; SEM Distinguished Lecture Series: Higher Education in the Global Economy; Museums in America: Free Admission and the MBA; African Skies Planetarium presentation; Make It Happen: Music Industry panel discussion; Australian Didgeridoo lecture and workshop; Native American flute Workshops; Conversation with Benjamin Forgey, art and architecture writer.

Lifelong Learning and Continuing Education: New Noncredit and Continuing Education schedules; Spring 2007 Driver Education.

Future Events at the College: Mark your calendar for special activities in March.

College Resources: General information about Montgomery College.

Click on any of the links below for additional information.

 ALUMNI NOTICES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

You heard it here first!  The Alumni Association's tenth anniversary New York City Theatre Trip, Saturday, November 10 through Monday, November 12, 2007, will feature two fabulous new Broadway shows!  We'll attend the Saturday night performance of The Drowsy Chaperone, the Tony Award-winning story of a "brazen Broadway starlet trying to find and keep her true love." Then, on Sunday afternoon, we will see Grease, the "Best Musical of All Time," with the cast selection featured on the new NBC show You're the One That I Want. Trip cost is $660* per person, based on double occupancy (for a single room, add $200). This includes a pre-trip lecture on "New York and the Theatre," transportation, accommodations for two nights at the newly renovated Grand Hyatt Hotel, and attendance at these two Broadway shows. Meals are not included.

Reservations and a deposit of $330 per person are due by May 4, with the balance of $330 due by September 28. A reservation form may be found online at   www.montgomerycollege.edu/alumni/nyc_trip/2007_NYC_Theatre_Trip.doc (MS-Word) or www.montgomerycollege.edu/alumni/nyc_trip/2007_NYC_Theatre_Trip.pdf (PDF format). Please print out and complete the form, and send it with your deposit to the MC Alumni Association, 900 Hungerford Drive, Suite 200, Rockville, MD  20850. Spaces are limited and are available on a first-come basis. This event always sells out, so reserve quickly! The Association cannot reserve space without a deposit. Absolutely no refunds on show tickets or transportation costs. Hotel costs not refundable after October 1, 2007. For information, call Bernice Grossman, 240-567-5378, or e-mail bernice.grossman@montgomerycollege.edu.

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Montgomery College welcomes its new president, Dr. Brian K. Johnson, who begins work February 1. Dr. Johnson has had a distinguished career in higher education and has shown dedication to community colleges and their goals. For information about Dr. Johnson, visit www.montgomerycollege.edu/president.

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Your student ID number is about to change!  This spring, Montgomery College will change all student identification numbers - past and present - to new, randomly generated numbers.  This reduces the use of Social Security Numbers in the College's student records.  To learn more about this change, visit www.montgomerycollege.edu/collegeid. 

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MC couples wanted! For forthcoming issues of Insights magazine, we're looking for couples who both attended MC. Did you meet here, or later? If you're part of an alumni couple, please e-mail us with your story about how you met, and tell us if Montgomery College is what brought you together! Send the details to Jessica Warnick, jessica.warnick@montgomerycollege.edu, or write to the Alumni Office, 900 Hungerford Drive, Suite 200, Rockville, MD 20850.

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Membership in the Alumni Association is FREE to graduates, former students, and College retirees. Association members are eligible for reduced rates on various car rentals and hotel stays, as well as insurance! For a full list of membership benefits, visit www.montgomerycollege.edu/alumni/benefits.html. For general information about the Alumni Association, visit www.montgomerycollege.edu/alumni. For a listing of Alumni Office staff, go to: www.montgomerycollege.edu/alumni/alumnistaff.html.

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The Fall 2006 issue of MC Connections, the Retirees Chapter newsletter, is available online in PDF format, along with the original issue, at www.montgomerycollege.edu/alumni/retireesnews.  For information about the Retirees Chapter or other benefits of Alumni Association membership for MC retirees, contact Jill Irey, Chapter Liaison, 240-567-7293, or e-mail jill.irey@montgomerycollege.edu.

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If you think your address may not be correct in the Alumni Association's records, or on your copy of the latest edition of Insights magazine (Fall 2006 edition now available online), please e-mail the Alumni Office with your correct information. (If you're planning to take future classes at MC, please note that the Registrar may require an address update form, but this is not necessary for past students who just wish to maintain their contact with the Alumni Association.) To view past issues of our award-winning magazine, visit www.montgomerycollege.edu/alumni/insights.

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Alumni Association chapters: If you are a former student and are interested in any of the following chapters, please contact Jill Irey, chapter coordinator, 240-567-7293, or e-mail jill.irey@montgomerycollege.edu.

-  Macklin Business Institute alumni have tentatively scheduled a chapter meeting for March 1, as well as a spring graduation reception on May 1 and September welcome reception in conjunction with the new MBI student orientation. For more information or to join, call 240-567-7293, or e-mail jill.irey@montgomerycollege.edu.

- Interior Design alumni chapter co-presidents Bea Kingsbury and Beverly Glover-Woods are serving until chapter elections are held. Planning, bylaws, and publicity committees are formed. For information, call 240-567-7293, or e-mail jill.irey@montgomerycollege.edu.

- Nursing alumni are planning a celebration of the 40^th anniversary of the program. For information, call 240-567-7293, or e-mail jill.irey@montgomerycollege.edu.

- MC Retirees are preparing the spring edition of MC Connections, the Retirees Chapter Newsletter. An April 11 retirees luncheon has been scheduled.

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Floridalums: The Alumni Association is hosting a breakfast reception for Orlando area alumni at 9 a.m. on Monday, February 5, at Perkins Restaurant, 6005 Cypress Gardnes Blvd., Winter Haven, FL 33884. Catch up with old friends and make some new ones! The college's Alumni Director, Jessica Warnick, looks forward to meeting you and hearing about your experiences at MC. To RSVP, contact the Alumni Association, 240-567-5378, or e-mail alumni@montgomerycollege.edu, by Thursday, Feb. 1. For directions to the restaurant, visit www.perkinsrestaurants.com or call 863-875-0620.

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Order now to avoid Commencement rush!  For past graduates who have never framed their diplomas, we have the most beautiful frames for you to choose from!  The Alumni Association sells diploma frames in walnut, mahogany, and a gold-tone metal finish with embossed mattes in colors suitable to your original campus.  To protect the quality of these frames, we cannot ship them; they are available for onsite sale only at this time. For pricing and other information, contact Bernice Grossman, 240-567-5378, or e-mail bernice.grossman@montgomerycollege.edu.

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Now you can give distinctive gifts -- or just impress your guests -- while showing your support for Montgomery College's future growth! A special selection of custom-labeled, specially named Montgomery College Alumni Association Wines is available from Elk Run Vineyards, which 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 jus glace. Currently, you may purchase these brands at the vineyard in Mt. Airy, MD, or order by phone at 800-414‑2513.

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Alumni merchandise is also available through the MC campus bookstores. To view or order any of these items, visit www.montgomerycollege.edu/bookstores/alumni/index.htm.

ALUMNI GIVING AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

Thank you - to the many people who have given to Montgomery College's Annual Fund!  You have helped to provide urgent scholarship relief to Montgomery College students, curricula enhancements, classroom equipment and technology, and immediate funding for other critical Montgomery College programs.  The Annual Fund is vital to the continued success of our students and our College.  Each year, Montgomery College relies on generous support from alumni, faculty, staff, retirees, and friends. 

To make a donation to the 2006-2007 fund, please call LaVerne Gordon, associate development director, 240-567-4023, or mail your payment to the Montgomery College Foundation, 900 Hungerford Drive, Suite 200, Rockville, MD  20850.

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The Montgomery College Foundation publishes Foundation Focus, a quarterly newsletter showing how members of the College community are helping to change the lives of MC students, faculty, and others through their philanthropy and volunteer efforts. To read about new scholarships and opportunities, visit www.montgomerycollege.edu/Departments/instadrv/foundationnewsletter/.

For more information on the Montgomery College Foundation, please contact LaVerne Gordon at 240-567-4023 or Kayran Moore at 240-567-7493.

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Scholarship Spotlight:  Congratulations to Melaku Taye, Nirosha Peiris, Anthony Gamage, Kudiratu Usman, Brook Degef, Sheryl Augustine, and Ali Faghih, 2006 recipients of the Louis D. Bliss Memorial Endowed Scholarships!  Alumni of the Bliss Electrical School and members of the Bliss Electrical Society established the scholarships for electrical engineering and computer science students in honor of Professor Bliss, founder of the renowned electrical training school which became Montgomery College’s first campus.

Other scholarship programs are available to MC students through the Montgomery College Foundation. Your contributions can help support these students as they work to complete their educational programs. Please consider making a contribution to the Montgomery College Foundation for student scholarships, 900 Hungerford Drive, Suite 200, Rockville MD 20850. For information, call Nell Kane, 240-567-7491, or e-mail nell.kane@montgomerycollege.edu.

ATHLETICS AND SPORTS

Nighthawks reach new heights! Sun Ming Ming, at 7'9" the tallest player in pro basketball history, is joining the Maryland Nighthawks and will play Saturday, Feb. 3, at 7 p.m. at Knights Arena on the Rockville Campus.  Maryland Nighthawks tickets are now available from the Office of Special Events. Don't miss a great opportunity to take the family out for an evening of excitement! Kids get to meet Dunkin the Nighthawk and join the Maryland Nighthawks Kids Club. All home games are played on the Rockville Campus. Tickets are available for Feb. 3, 11, and 25; and March 3, 4, 10, and 11. Adult tickets are $12, seniors $9, and children (under 12) $6. For information or a season schedule, contact the Office of Special Events, 240-567-7489, or visit the Nighthawks website, www.marylandnighthawks.com.

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Athletic events in February include the following Rockville Campus team schedules:

Men’s Basketball

With a record of 8-2, The Rockville Knights men's basketball team has fought their way to third in the National Junior College Athletic Association Division 3!

2/3/07 (Sat.) Rockville at CCBC-Dundalk 4 p.m.

2/5/07 (Mon.) Rockville at Baltimore 7 p.m.

2/7/07 (Wed.) Takoma Park/Silver Spring at Rockville 7 p.m.

2/10/07 (Sat.) Rockville at Allegany 7 p.m.

2/14/07 (Wed.) Rockville at Chesapeake 7 p.m.

2/20/07 (Tue.) Maryland JUCO Play-in Game TBA TBA

2/23-25/07 (Fri.-Sun.) Maryland JUCO Tournament at Frederick TBA

2/27/07 (Tue.) Regional Play-in Game TBA TBA

Women's Basketball

2/3/07 (Sat.) Rockville at Frederick 4 p.m.

2/7/07 (Wed.) Howard at Rockville 5 p.m.

Men's Baseball

2/18/07 (Sun.) Rockville at Southside, VA 1 p.m.

2/23/07 (Fri.) Rockville at Garrett 12 p.m.

2/24/07 (Sat.) Rockville at Burlington, NJ 12 p.m.

2/25/07 (Sun.) Rockville at Salem, NJ 12 p.m. 

Athletic events on the Germantown Campus include:

 Men's Basketball

2/3/07 (Sat.) Chesapeake C.C. at Germantown 3 p.m.

2/6/07 (Tue.) Germantown at Essex C.C. 7 p.m.

2/10/07 (Sat.) Cecil C.C. at Germantown 3 p.m.

2/13/07 (Tue.) Germantown at Harford C.C. 7 p.m.

Men's Baseball

2/25/07 (Sun.) College of Southern Maryland at Germantown 12 p.m.

Athletic events on the Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus include:

Men's Basketball

2/3/07 (Sat.) Garrett at Takoma Park/Silver Spring 2 p.m.

2/7/07 (Wed.) Takoma Park/Silver Spring at Rockville 7 p.m.

2/10/07 (Sat.) Essex at Takoma Park/Silver Spring 2 p.m.

2/14/07(Wed.) Takoma Park/Silver Spring at Baltimore 7 p.m.

2/23-25/07 (Fri.-Sun.) Maryland JUCO Tournament at Hagerstown C. C. TBA

2/28/07-3/2/07 (Wed.-Fri.) Region XX Tournament at Frederick C.C. TBA

Women's Basketball

2/2/07 (Fri.) Anne Arundel at Takoma Park/Silver Spring 7 p.m.

2/7/07(Wed.) Allegany at Takoma Park/Silver Spring 7 p.m.

2/10/07 (Sat.) Takoma Park/Silver Spring at Northern Virginia 3 p.m.

2/16-18/07 (Fri.-Sun.) Maryland JUCO Tournament at Anne Arundel C.C. TBA

2/23-25/07 (Fri.-Sun.) Regional Tournament at Prince George's C.C. TBA

For more information about the College's athletic programs, contact the Athletics Department at each campus, or visit www.montgomerycollege.edu/athletics/.

EXHIBITS

The School of Art and Design presents the Annual Juried Student Exhibition, now through February 4, in the Gudelsky and Auxiliary Galleries, School of Art and Design, 10500 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring. The gallery will be open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission free. For information, contact the School of Art and Design, 301-649-4454, or e-mail david.phillips@montgomerycollege.edu. 

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The Rockville Art Department presents "Vintage Krueger and the Middle North," now through February 23, in the Art Gallery, second floor of the Paul Peck Art Building, Rockville. On display will be new paintings by David Krueger. The opening reception, featuring cello music performed by Forest Dakota Krueger, will be held at 5 p.m. Monday, January 29, and the gallery will be open Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission free. For information, contact the Art Department, 240-567-5115.

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The Communications Arts Technologies Department presents the Faculty Exhibition Grand Re-Opening, now through February 23, in the Communications Arts Technologies Gallery, Room 106, Technical Center, Rockville. Featured will be works by faculty from advertising art, computer graphics, photography, and television and radio. The opening reception will be held at 5 p.m. on February 7, and the gallery will be open Monday to Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Friday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Admission free. For information, contact Martha Vaughan, 240-567-7521, or e-mail martha.vaughan@montgomerycollege.edu.

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The Rockville Jewish Community Center presents Portraits of Life: Holocaust Survivors of Montgomery County, now through February 28, in the Goldman Art Gallery, 6125 Montrose Road, Rockville, Md. The gallery is open Sunday to Thursday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, contact the Jewish Community Center, (301) 881-0100, or visit http://www.jccgw.org/.

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The Takoma Park/Silver Spring Art Department presents African Art from the Continent and Diaspora, February 5 to March 10, in the gallery of the Pavilion of Fine Arts, Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus. The gallery will be open Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission free. For information, contact Maureen Kohl, 240-567-1393, or e-mail maureen.kohl@montgomerycollege.edu.

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The School of Art and Design presents From Sketch to Screen, February 19 to March 18, in the Gudelsky Gallery, School of Art and Design, 10500 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring. This is an exhibition of game design by Big Huge Games, guest curated and installed by Bob Helsley. The reception will be held on February 27 at 6:30 p.m. The gallery will be open Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission free. For information, contact the School of Art and Design, 301-649-4454, or e-mail david.phillips@montgomerycollege.edu. 

PERFORMANCES

The World Arts Festival presents Farafina Kan, the Sound of Africa, 8 p.m. Monday, February 5, in the Robert E. Parilla Performing Arts Center, Rockville. This West African drumming, dance, and multi-media concert will also be a student scholarship benefit. Admission is $20. For information, contact the Music Department, 240-567-5209, or e-mail david.phillips@montgomerycollege.edu.

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The Arts Institute Distinguished Guest Artists program presents Gabriel Alegria Afro-Peruvian Jazz Sextet, 8 p.m. Sunday, February 11, in the Music Recital Hall, Rockville.Using authentic Peruvian instruments, Gabriel Alegria creates a fusion of the sounds of coastal Peru with African roots and the spirit of the blues. Admission free. For information, contact David Phillips, 240-567-5209, or e-mail david.phillips@montgomerycollege.edu.

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The Music Department presents the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Distinguished Chamber Music Series, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 13, in the Music Recital Hall, Rockville. Performing will be cellist Dariusz Skoraczewski, soloist with numerous orchestras across the country, and pianist Michael Adcock, award-winning soloist with frequent attention on classical radio. Admission free. For information, contact David Phillips, 240-567-5209, or e-mail david.phillips@montgomerycollege.edu.

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The Rockville Music Department presents Yarina, Music and Dance of the Andes, 8 p.m. Sunday, February 18, in the Theatre Arts Arena, Rockville. For information, contact Dawn Avery, 240-567-5035, or e-mail dawn.avery@montgomerycollege.edu.

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The World Arts Festival presents a Native American Flute Festival, 8 p.m. Friday, February 23, and 1 p.m. and 8 p.m. Saturday, February 24, in the Theatre Arts Arena, Rockville. The Ron Warren Band, Ash Dargan, didgeridoo player, and flute player/maker Micheal Graham Allen will perform Friday, Hawk Henries, flute player and maker, will perform Saturday afternoon, and electric violin player Arvel Bird and the Jeff Ball Band will perform Saturday evening. Admission free. For information, contact Jay Crowder, 240-567-5209, or e-mail jay.crowder@montgomerycollege.edu.

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The Arts Alive Professional Performance program presents Little Bit of Blues Band, 6 and 8 p.m. Saturday, February 24, in the Black Box Theatre, Communications Arts Center, Takoma Park/Silver Spring. Admission is $15. For more information, contact David Phillips, 301-588-4475, or e-mail david.phillips@montgomerycollege.edu.

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MC Faculty Artist Series presents Ward Harris and the Big Beat, 8 p.m. Tuesday, February 27, in the Music Recital Hall of the Music Building, Rockville. Admission free. For information, contact Jay Crowder, 240-567-5209, or e-mail jay.crowder@montgomerycollege.edu.

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The College Performing Arts Series presents Rodgers and Hammerstein's Cinderella, 8 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, February 28-March 3, in the Robert E. Parilla Performing Arts Center, Rockville.

Come see the stage adaptation of Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein's 1957 musical version of the classic fairy tale. Tickets are $10. For tickets or other information, contact the Box Office, 240-567-5301, or visit www.montgomerycollege.edu/PAC.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Paul Peck Institute for American Culture and Civic Engagement presents Jefferson Cafes(TM) in November. Jefferson Cafes feature coffee, dessert, and engaging conversation based on a brief reading, done in advance, on a topic in American life and culture. Admission free, but attendance is limited and pre-registration is required.

-Wednesday, February 7, 2:40-4:30 p.m. Bliss Room, Commons, Takoma Park/Silver Spring. Topic: Africa and African Amercians. Reading: from Out of America: A Black Man Confronts Africa, by Keith Richburg, a foreign editor for The Washington Post. To register, contact Dr. Francine Jamin, 240-567-1385, or e-mail francine.jamin@montgomerycollege.edu.

-Tuesday, February 12, 3:30-5 p.m. Room 205, Humanities, Rockville. Topic: Lincoln and Democracy. Reading: Mario Cuomo’s preface to his collection, Lincoln on Democracy. To register, contact Dr. Lee Annis, 240-567-7281, or e-mail lee.annis@montgomerycollege.edu.

-Wednesday, February 21, 1:30-3 p.m.  Rockville Senior Center, 1150 Carnation Drive, Rockville, MD.   Topic: Sports in American Life. Reading: from The Meaning of Sports, by Michael Mandelbaum.  To register, contact Christine Veirs, 240-314-8823, or e-mail cveirs@rockvillemd.gov.

-Tuesday, February 27, 1:30-3 pm. OASIS (new location), Gaithersburg, MD. Topic: Sports in American Life.  Reading: from The Meaning of Sports, by Michael Mandelbaum. For location and to register, contact Marcy Drozdowicz, 301-869-1508, or e-mail marcy.oasis@verizon.net.

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 information about the Paul Peck Institute or the Jefferson Cafes, visit www.montgomerycollege.edu/Departments/americanculture.

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The World Arts Festival presents African Drumming Classes with Amadou Kouyate, 4 p.m. Mondays, January 29 and February 5, 12, 19, and 26, in Room 124, Music Building, Rockville. Admission free. For information, contact David Phillips, 240-567-5209, or e-mail david.phillips@montgomerycollege.edu.

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The Office of Student Life, in honor of Black History Month, presents Black Diasporan Film Series: a Global Look at Black Identity, 2 p.m. Thursdays, February 1, 8, 15, and 22, in the Student Activity Center, lower level of the Campus Center, Rockville. Films to be shown include City of Gods, Boys of Baraka, Dirty Pretty Things, and Bitter Cane. Light refreshments will be served. For information, contact John Silas, 301-601-4085, or e-mail john.silas@montgomerycollege.edu.

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Inova Blood Donor Services is holding a Blood Drive, 10 a.m. Friday, February 2, in the Theatre Arts Arena, Rockville. This event is organized in support of Joe Offutt, son of MC staff member Charles Offutt.  Help save a life! Drop-ins are allowed, but appointments are encouraged. Photo ID required. For information, or to schedule an appointment, contact Tammy Tayman, 240-567-7626, or e-mail tammy.tayman@montgomerycollege.edu.

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The Montgomery College Book Discussion Group will discuss When We Were Orphans at 2:30 p.m. Monday, February 5, in Room 212, Macklin Tower, Rockville. Written by Kazuo Ishiguro, this is the imaginative story of a man who must deal with and solve the disappearance of both of his parents. The book is available at the Rockville Campus bookstore. For more information, contact Gail Forman, 240-567-7443, or e-mail gail.forman@montgomerycollege.edu, or Genevieve Carminati, 240-567-7446, or e-mail

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The Women's Studies Program and the Women's Studies Student Group present Eve Ensler's "The Vagina Monologues," 8 p.m. Saturday, February 10, in the Theatre Arts Arena, Rockville, and 8 p.m. Friday, February 16 in Globe Hall, High Technology and Science Center, Germantown. The student-run program is a celebration of women that works to raise awareness about positive and negative issues that affect women. All proceeds will benefit organizations that work to stop violence against women and girls. It contains frank language and subject matter. Tickets are $12 for adults, $7 for students and seniors. For information or to request tickets, contact the Women's Studies Program, womensst@montgomerycollege.edu, or contact Deborah Stearns, 240-567-1781.

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Paul Peck Institute for American Culture and Civic Engagement presents the League of Women Voters Unit Meeting, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 13, in Room 202, Resource Center, Takoma Park/Silver Spring. The discussion topic will be zoning.  For more information, contact Barbara Sanders, 301-587-1323, or e-mail bsanders@TerpAlum.umd.edu.

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The Science, Engineering, and Mathematics Departments Distinguished Lecture Series presents Norman R. Augustine, speaking on Higher Education in the Global Economy, 2 p.m. Thursday, February 15, in the Theatre Arts Arena, Rockville. Augustine is retired chairman and CEO of Lockheed Martin Corporation, former Princeton University professor, and one of the Library of Congress's Fifty Great Americans. He was chair of the committee for the National Academy of Engineering report Rising Above the Gathering Storm: Energizing and Employing America for a Brighter Economic Future. Admission free. For information, contact Miriam Carter, 240-567-5357, or e-mail miriam.carter@montgomerycollege.edu.

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The MC Arts Institute presents Museums in America; Free Admission and the BMA, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, February 15, in the Music Recital Hall, Music Building, Rockville. This guest lecture will be given by Doreen Bolger, acclaimed director of the Baltimore Museum of Art. Admission free. For information, contact David Phillips, 240-567-4083, or e-mail david.phillips@montgomerycollege.edu.

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The Planetarium presents African Skies, 7 p.m. Saturday, February 17, in the Planetarium, Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus. Hear creation myths and how at least 40,000 people got their freedom using the Drinking Gourd, the Big Dipper. Admission free. For information, contact Harold Williams, 240-567-1463, or e-mail harold.williams@montgomerycollege.edu.

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The Music Department presents Make It Happen: Music Industry, 4 p.m. Monday, February 19, in Room 124, Music Building, Rockville. A panel discussion of marketing, management, and record labels in the music business. Admission free. For information, contact David Phillips, 240-567-5209, or e-mail david.phillips@montgomerycollege.edu.

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The World Arts Festival presents Australian Didgeridoo with Ash Dargan, 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 20 and 3 p.m. Thurday, February 22 in Room 124, Music Building, Rockville, and 9:30 a.m. Thursday, February 22 in the Black Box Theatre, Takoma Park/Silver Spring. Both a lecture and workshop will be given on this indigenous Australian instrument. Admission free. For information, contact David Phillips, 240-567-5209, or e-mail david.phillips@montgomerycollege.edu.

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The World Arts Festival presents Native American Flute Workshops, 12 p.m. Friday, February 23, 9 a.m. Saturday, February 24, and 9 a.m. Sunday, February 25 in the Music Recital Hall, Rockville. Admission free. For information, contact Jay Crowder, 240-567-5209, or e-mail jay.crowder@montgomerycollege.edu.

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The Black Box Theatre presents A Conversation with Benjamin Forgey, Art and Architecture Writer, 7:30 p.m. Monday, February 26, in the Black Box Theatre, Communications Arts Center, Takoma Park/ Silver Spring. Admission free. For information, contact David Phillips, 301-588-4475, or e-mail david.phillips@montgomerycollege.edu.

LIFELONG LEARNING AND CONTINUING EDUCATION

Montgomery College introduces new Noncredit and Continuing Education Classes for adults seeking business training, work skill development, or enrichment. Many of the College's new offerings are continuing education classes formerly offered through the Montgomery County Public Schools. The list of available classes can be found online at www.montgomerycollege.edu/wdce and at MC admissions offices, Montgomery County libraries, and Workforce Development and Continuing Education customer service centers. For questions or to have a noncredit schedule mailed, call 240-567-5188.

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Registration is now open for the Montgomery College Driver Education Program in the Spring 2007 semester. Courses in driver education, boating, food safety, and motorcycle driving are available for $295. For schedules, descriptions, registration instructions, Behind the Wheel guidelines and FAQs, visit www.montgomerycollege.edu/wdce/bits/driversafety.html.

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MC Faculty Artist Series presents Molly Donnelly, mezzo-soprano and Jay Crowder, pianist, 8 p.m. Tuesday, March 6, in the Music Recital Hall of the Music Building, Rockville. Admission free. For information, contact Jay Crowder, 240-567-5209, or e-mail jay.crowder@montgomerycollege.edu.

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The Red Cross will conduct a Blood Drive, on Thursday, March 8, at the Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus. For more information, contact Angela Pickwick, 240-567-5557, or e-mail angie.pickwick@montgomerycollege.edu.

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The Black Box Theatre presents a Spooky Action Theatre Professional Performance: Holy Ghosts, by Romulus Linney, 8 p.m. Thursdays-Saturdays, March 8-10, 15-17, 22-24, and 29-31, and 2 p.m. Sundays, March 4, 11, 18, 25, and April 1, in the Black Box Theatre, Communications Arts Center, Takoma Park/ Silver Spring. This is the funny, dramatic, and inspirational story of a woman who finds shelter and faith in a rural Appalachian church. A donation is suggested, and reservations are required. For information, contact David Phillips, 240-567-1368, or e-mail david.phillips@montgomerycollege.edu.

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The Robert E. Parilla Performing Arts Center presents the Moscow Festival Ballet's Cinderella, 8 p.m. Thursday, March 15, in the Robert E. Parilla Performing Arts Center, Rockville Campus. Founded in 1989, this dance company features principal dancers from across Russia. They will perform the fully staged, full-length production of Cinderella. Tickets are $45. For tickets or other information, contact the Box Office, 240-567-5301, or visit www.montgomerycollege.edu/PAC.

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The Planetarium presents Astrolabes and Astrology, 7 p.m. Saturday, March 17, in the Planetarium, Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus. Admission free. For information, contact Harold Williams, 240-567-1463, or e-mail harold.williams@montgomerycollege.edu.

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The Music Department presents MC Wind Ensemble, 8 p.m. Thursday, March 22, in the Robert E. Parilla Performing Arts Center, Rockville. The ensemble will be directed by Paul Noble. Admission free. For information, contact the Music Department, 240-567-5209.

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The Music Department presents Music Scholarship Gala Concert, 8 p.m. Friday, March 23, in the Robert E. Parilla Performing Arts Center, Rockville. The concert will feature Alvin Trask and friends. There is a $10 suggested donation. For information, contact the Music Department, 240-567-5209.

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The Music Department presents the MC Symphony Orchestra, 2 p.m. Sunday, March 25, in the Robert E. Parilla Performing Arts Center, Rockville. The concert will be conducted by Wen Kurkul. Admission free. For information, contact the Music Department, 240-567-5209.

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The Women's Studies Program is holding its 20^th Anniversary Reception, 3 p.m. Wednesday, March 28, in the Theatre Arts Arena, Rockville. This event will honor the accomplishments of former Montgomery College president Charlene Nunley, in addition to presenting her with the 2007 On Her Shoulders We Stand Award, and announce the program's 2007 Student Scholarship Award winners. There will also be presentations of poetry from Miller Newman, music by the Montgomery College World Ensemble, a silent auction, Lucinda Pins, and many surprises. All proceeds support the Women's Studies Scholarship Fund. For information or to volunteer, contact Genevieve Carminati, 240-567-5355, or e-mail genevieve.carminati@montgomerycollege.edu.

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The Montgomery College Arts Institute presents "Edvard Grieg 100 Years Later," 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 29, in the Music Recital Hall, Music Building, Rockville. Dr. William Halverson, American Grieg Scholar, will be giving a talk on Norway's best known composer and pianist. Halverson earned both an M.A. and a Ph.D. from Princeton University, and was associate dean of University College at Ohio State University. Admission free. For information, contact David Phillips, 301-588-4475, or e-mail david.phillips@montgomerycollege.edu.

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MC Faculty Artist Series presents Joy Marya Stevans, soprano, 8 p.m. Friday, March 30, in the Music Recital Hall of the Music Building, Rockville Campus. Admission free. For information, contact Jay Crowder, 240-567-5209, or e-mail jay.crowder@montgomerycollege.edu.

Cold happens!  Plan ahead -- and call to confirm event times and availability.

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

 
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WANTED: Full-time and Part-time Faculty. Montgomery College is seeking applications for staff, temporary, and full- and part-time faculty positions. The following jobs are actively being recruited: Associate Dean, Building Equipment Mechanic, Child Care Head Start Teacher Assistant, Customer Service Assistant, Director, School of Art and Design, Instructional Assistant, Plumber, and faculty positions in various disciplines. For the second year in a row, Montgomery College has earned the 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. Montgomery College was also honored by the Alliance for Workplace Excellence and the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce with the 2006 Health and Wellness Trailblazer Award, a recognition of exemplary commitment to overall physical and mental health of the workforce. Complete information and descriptions are posted at https://jobs.montgomerycollege.edu.

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Student Employment Services are available free to alumni, but registration is required. For an appointment to review a resume, or for assistance in creating a resume, contact the Job Opportunity Office, 240-567-5057.

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Is your business hiring?  Alumni whose firms are recruiting new employees in the Montgomery College area are invited to post their positions on the student employment services site.  To post your company's job opportunity, visit www.montgomerycollege.edu/Departments/studemp/online_job_listing_form.htm

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You can still listen to the College's radio station, even if you're far from campus! MC's eRadio WMCR plays today's adult hit music from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Listen for "The 60's at Six," "The 70's at Seven," "The 80's at Eight," and "The 90's at Nine" every evening. Easy Overnight plays the best mix of lite rock favorites along with great album cuts from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Listen to tomorrow's radio professionals today as Montgomery College radio students develop their on-air skills.

And if you're in Montgomery County, you can watch the College on cable channel 10! MC's Instructional Television presents a variety of news, movies, on-air classes, and fascinating informational programming around the clock.

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