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Current and potential members, please join us at our Spring Open House!
If you’ve heard about MCRPA and are interested in joining but still have questions, seize this opportunity to attend and get all your queries answered. MCRPA is an employee resources group at the College, comprising enthusiastic supporters of Montgomery College’s mission and community.
If you’re eager to get involved and engage in hands-on personal and professional development activities, networking, and community service, then you’re a perfect fit for MCRPA. Come to the Open House to meet our leadership team, committee members, and discover details about upcoming events for the spring and fall semesters, including our Annual MCRPA Retreat. Don’t miss this chance to connect and learn more about the exciting opportunities MCRPA has to offer!
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MCRPA invites a senior College leader each semester to speak about their professional journey. These leaders also share advice on how to navigate career progression and other priceless nuggets to encourage, empower, and support our members. Members have the unique opportunity to meet and interact with leaders outside of their normal role in the College. On April 16, 2024, MCRPA welcomes Ms. Dorothy Umans, Dean of Community Education and Extended Learning for Workforce Development and Continuing Education, to chat with us via Zoom. This event is open to the entire College community.
Ms. Umans brings over four decades of comprehensive leadership experience in both credit and non-credit undergraduate, graduate, and professional school program development, as well as admissions and enrollment/student support services. Her extensive career includes significant roles at Montgomery College, where she has contributed to strategic program development, innovative marketing strategies, and the enhancement of student and staff development initiatives. Dorothy’s work has consistently focused on creating synergies within educational institutions, fostering community engagement, and implementing effective policies and procedures to enhance the educational experience. Her dedication to education and community service is evident through her involvement in various committees, presentations at educational conferences, and contributions to enriching student and faculty development programs.
Thursday, May 23, 2024, Rockville Campus, MK 122, 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Join the MC Rising Professionals Association (MCRPA) for our 9th annual retreat focused on Nurturing Self to Strengthen Connections. The day will include a range of affirming self-care, networking, and professional development activities. Dr. Williams will be joining us for a meet and greet during breakfast, which will be provided as well as lunch thanks to the generosity of our sponsors. Let’s wrap up the Spring semester on a high note together!
For the month of March, we're shining a spotlight on some of our members and their captivating hobbies: crocheting and knitting. In this featured article, delve into the stories of Adaora Nwigwe, Elysse Meredith, Tilandra Rhyne, and Nghi Nguyen as they passionately share their experiences and interests in the world of crochet and knitting. If you've been contemplating exploring these creative pursuits, now is the perfect time!
Adaora Nwigwe's journey into the art of knitting began at a young age of around 10 or 11 when her mother introduced her to the craft. Elysse Meredith discovered the joys of knitting and crocheting during her college years. Initially limited to knitting in a straight line, a breakthrough occurred when a friend-of-a-friend taught her crochet, opening up a new realm of creative possibilities.
Embarking on her crocheting journey over 15 years ago, Tilandra Rhyne found a therapeutic and rewarding craft. Nghi Nguyen's passion for knitting and crocheting ignited during his teenage years, sparked by his sister's creation of a crochet scarf.
Explore the unique journeys of these members as they share their experiences in crocheting and knitting in this captivating membership spotlight for March.
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The following is a tentative schedule of events for 2023-2024. Events will be added when they become available.
- Collegewide Photo Scavenger Hunt
- Maryland Renaissance Festivalnew window
- Summers Farmnew window
- Chats with the Chief
- Take Time to Discuss Trends in Higher Education
- Halloween with MCRPA
- MCRPA Open House
- Mobile Market
- Holiday Potluck
- Chats with the Chief
- Valentine’s Day Origami and Sweets
- Social Hour @ Uncle Julio's
- Staff Enrichment Day, Vendor Fair Information Table
- MCRPA Open House
- Chat and Chill
- MCRPA Five Weeks of Fun
- MCRPA 9th Annual Retreat
Members are welcomed to attend portion of the meeting to get a sense of how the leadership meeting is run. Contact MCRPA if you would like to attend any of these meetings.
Individual committee holds meeting every month. All members are welcomed to attend the meetings. Please contact the committee's chair/vice chair if you are interested in attending the meeting.
Catch up on what's happening with MCRPA through our latest Meeting Minutes
- Leadership Team (PDF, )
- Community Engagement and Events (PDF, )
- Professional Development Committee
- Membership, Marketing, and Communications (PDF, )
MCRPA publishes annual newsletters and reviews to share the work that we do to support our community. If you like what we are doing, come join us and be part of the narrative.
- Fall 2023 Newsletter (PDF, ) | Fall 2023 Newsletter Flipbooknew window
- Spring 2023 Newsletter PDF (PDF, ) | Spring 2023 Newsletter Flipbooknew window
- Fall 2022 Newsletter PDF (PDF, ) | Fall 2022 Newsletter Flipbooknew window
- Spring 2021 Newsletter (PDF, )
- 2019-2020 Year In Reviewnew window
- Spring in Review 2018 (PDF, )
- Fall in Review 2017 (PDF, )
- Annual Review 2015-2016 (PDF, )
- Spring in Review 2015 (PDF, )
- Fall in Review 2014 (PDF, )