T-Bird Times - May 1, 2026

T-Bird Times - May 1, 2026

Introduction

The T-Bird Times is a digital newsletter, which is published on the 1st and 3rd Friday of each month by the Office of Student Life & Leadership. If you'd like to have your event or announcement included, please click the button to submit your content via our Google Form.

Photos of the new ASMCC officers for 26-27

ASMCC Elections Update

Congratulations to the newly elected officers of ASMCC!

  • President: Holden Loftin
  • Executive VP: Kiya Gomez
  • VP of Operations: Ron Krajewski
  • VP of Communications: Franchesca Amaya

These leaders were elected by the MCC student body and were sworn in at the Thunderbird Leadership Awards on Thursday, April 30. Thank you to all students who ran and to our current student leaders for their service. 
 

We Care Wednesdays graphic image

We Care Wednesday

FREE FOOD DISTRIBUTIONS

The next food distribution takes place on Wednesday, May 6 at the Southern & Dobson campus. Distribution runs from 10 am-12 pm in the Navajo Room.  

Mesa Community College is proud to partner with United Food Bank to offer twice monthly, free food distributions for MCC students, staff and the community.

This is the last food distribution of the 2025-26 academic year. Distributions will begin again in September.

Photos of campus announcing final exams

Final Exam Schedule

Hey Thunderbirds! It's almost time for FINAL EXAM WEEK! Are you ready?

Finals will happen during the week of May 11-14, and the full schedule can be found at this link.  Double check your syllabus and verify with your instructor if you have questions about your final exam schedule. 

Good luck, we believe in you! 

Red Mountain Summit Awards

On Thursday, April 23, the Red Mountain campus celebrated it's 19th Annual Summit Award Ceremony. During this 19th annual event, we honored 26 students with a Summit Student Success Award. Selected by faculty and staff, these students were recognized for their dedication, hard work and achievements in and out of the classroom. Way to go Thunderbirds, we are proud of you! 

Summit Awards display
Student Life employees by the Summit Award display
A student being honored by his professor for a Summit Award
A student being honored for a Summit Award
Dr. Daniel speaking at the Summit Award ceremony
A student being presented with a Summit Award
A student being presented with a Summit Award
A student being presented with a Summit Award
A student being presented with a Summit Award
A group hug after being honored with a Summit Award
Students being honored with a Summit Award
Student Government officers receiving flowers

Thunderbird Leadership Awards

On Thursday, April 30, the Student Life and Leadership office at Mesa Community College proudly honors the recipients of the Thunderbirds Leadership Awards! 

These students exemplify what it means to lead with purpose, integrity and dedication. Through a journey of interactive learning experiences, meaningful collaboration with peers and intentional self-reflection, each recipient has strengthened their leadership skills and deepened their connection to the community.
ASMCC outgoing President swears in incoming President
Students receive a group award
Award being presented on stage
Dr. Daniel speaks with the audience from the podium on stage
Large crowd in attendance for TLA
Students with Dr. Daniel at TLA ceremony
Student receives an award
Student receives an award
Student receives an award
Students on stage receiving their award
Student Life team poses by Tbird backdrop
Student Life and Leadership staff
Thunderbird Athletic Schedules

Thunderbird Athletics

Congratulations to all Thunderbird Athletes for their hard work and success during the 2025-26 academic year! Stay tuned for fall sports schedules to be posted later this summer. MCC Thunderbirds saw some amazing success this year, and we encourage you to visit the MCC Athletics website to read all about their stories. 

Astronomy Nights at MCC

Astronomy Nights at MCC

MCC Astronomy Nights are held on the first Friday of the month during February, March, April, & May. Cost is $6 per person, and tickets can be purchased at this link.

MCC Astronomy Nights include planetarium shows and telescope viewing. Planetarium shows occur rain or shine, but telescope viewing of the night sky is only offered when the sky is clear. Planetarium shows run from 5:00-10:00 PM, with shows starting every hour. 

Spring 2026 Schedule:

  • May 8 and 22: Tour the Universe with Pink Floyd

Ongoing Programs, Services, and Events

Mesa Market flyer

Mesa Market

Food & Hygiene Products for Students

The Mesa Market is a food and hygiene pantry for MCC students. Any student is eligible to visit the Mesa Market for food and hygiene products for free.  Hours may vary throughout the semester. Please call for specifics.

Southern and Dobson Campus

The Mesa Market at Southern/Dobson campus is located in KSC 35S, and can be reached at 480-461-7948

Red Mountain Campus

The Mesa Market at Red Mountain is located in Palo Verde 111, and can be reached at 480-654-7775. 

We are always grateful for donations to the Mesa Market! Feel free to drop off your donations to the Mesa Market at either campus. 

We Care Wednesday is a fresh food distribution that takes place on the first and third Wednesday of each month at Southern and Dobson and Red  Mountain respectively. Click here for the dates and time of each distribution. 

MCC Libraries

Find your place & MCC Libraries

We are here to support you as a student at MCC whether you’re taking one course or a full load of courses. Here are some of the services we provide.

Fitness Center

MCC Fitness Center Memberships

Did you know you can sign up for a membership to the MCC Fitness Centers? They provide membership access to students, employees, and the community, and a membership gives you access to both the Southern and Dobson and the Red Mountain campus fitness centers.  Membership includes cardio and strength training equipment, fitness tools/accessories, access to drop in group fitness classes, free personal training, knowledgeable staff, day use lockers, clean facilities, and no crowds!

  • Students = $50  per semester or $25 for half semester

  • Employees = $30 per semester or $15 for half semester

Also available: Community Ed memberships, PED 101/PED 115 classes for credit and a variety of fitness classes. Visit the Fitness Center website for a schedule and more information.

For a FREE ONE DAY guest pass to the MCC Fitness Center, click this link.

Social Media Feeds

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Mesa Community College (@mesacc) • Instagram photos and videos

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

MCCStudentLife (@mccthunderbirds) • Instagram photos and videos

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

MCC Red Mountain (@mccredmtn) • Instagram photos and videos

Thorsday Artwork

What is THORSDAY?

  • Thor the Thunderbird is the MCC mascot.

  • The Thunderbird is a legendary creature in certain North American indigenous peoples' history and culture.

  • Thursday, "Thor's day" is named after the hammer-wielding Norse god of thunder, strength, & protection...THOR.

  • Therefore, Thursdays at MCC are now know as THORSDAY!

Wear your favorite Thunderbird gear every Thorsday, greet your friends with "Happy Thorsday," and find your own ways to celebrate your Thunderbird pride. Do you have your Thorsday shirt? Stop by Student Life!

Student Life Google Calendar

Events are subject to change, and additional events will be added to the calendar throughout the year.