Upcoming Student Life Events
We're no fool! The Center for Community & Civic Engagement is hosting a Coffee & Chat on April 1st from 12 to 1 pm in the Kirk Student Center North Lobby, right next to the Clocktower. Come engage in conversation about important issues with your MCC community! The topic is "Are you ready for the midterm primaries?" Free coffee and snacks will be provided.
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For our next meeting of the semester, we will cover issues involving free speech and censorship. We'll cover the First Amendment language and what it does not cover. Then we'll give a list of examples of legal speech restrictions, and cover what hate speech is. Lastly, we'll examine arguments in favor of more censorship and less censorship, and then discuss it all--we hope to see you there…
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Data Driven: AI, Real Estate, & Cyber in Action
The Life & Environmental Sciences Greenhouse, Wildflower + Pollinator Garden invites you to Metamorphosis Morning — an open house celebrating transformation in nature, and in YOU!
Spend the morning surrounded by blooming wildflowers, active pollinators, and the quiet rhythms of the garden. This event highlights the science of metamorphosis — from caterpillar to butterfly — while also creating space for…
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Join the Earth Week Celebration @ MCC!
April 17- 23
MCC is hosting a lineup of free activities including a garden open house, campus cleanups, and the launch of our new electronics recycling collection point in the MCC Library from AZ StRUT.
Make an impact by helping maintain native habitats with the Life Sciences Greenhouse and Garden Pollinator Patrol Volunteers, dive into a Trash-Ure Hunt or update your wardrobe…
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There will be a number of activities happening to celebrate Earth Week at the Red Mountain campus during the week of April 20-24.
- CLOTHING SWAP: Free clothes, shoes and accessories available in the Saguaro Lobby each day. All clothes have been donated by students and staff, and it's all up for grabs! No limit, take whatever you need. This is open to all--swap, don't shop!
- ROCK PAINTING: Paint a motivational/decorative rock to be placed…
Swap, don't shop!
Red Mountain will be hosting an Earth Week Clothing Swap during the week of April 20-23. All of the items have been donated by staff and students, and will be up for grabs in the Saguaro Lobby during Earth Week. It's all free and there is no limit to the number of items you can take. This is open to students, staff and faculty. We hope to see you there!
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In this meeting, we will cover whether suicide is ever morally permissible. We will give cases and arguments in favor and arguments against suicide in general. Then we'll discuss the issue. We hope to see you there!
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Student Life and Leadership is excited to invite you to our upcoming Earth Day Campus Clean Up! We will be meeting at the Clocktower at the Southern and Dobson Campus from 9:00am-11:00am on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.
Contact Student Life if you have any questions: 480-461-7285
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Trillions of dollars. Decades of enforcement. An ongoing national debate.
For more than half a century, the War on Drugs has shaped U.S. policy, communities, and the criminal justice system, yet its outcomes continue to be widely studied, debated, and questioned.
MCC’s Social Science faculty will examine the War on Drugs through multiple critical lenses, including:
- How it began and how it has…
We’re excited to share that MCC's Southern & Dobson Campus bookstore will be hosting Graduate Appreciation Day on April 23, 2026.
This special in-store celebration recognizes graduating students with exclusive savings, special promotions on commencement essentials, alumni merchandise, diploma frames and more — all in a celebratory environment that recognizes their achievement.
Every year, the Red Mountain campus recognizes students who deserve acknowledgement for their academic accomplishments, improvement, and leadership exhibited in and outside of the classroom. This is an opportunity to recognize students for the hard work and dedication they put into their academic career and extracurricular activities as well as their contribution to MCC Red Mountain.
Please save the date for the 19th annual Red Mountain Summit Award, …
Exercise Science Student Stretch & Recovery Clinics – Now Open for Registration
Our Exercise Science students are offering free stretch and recovery sessions as part of their clinical training. These sessions are open to anyone and are designed to support relaxation, recovery, and mobility.
Sessions are led by trained Exercise Science students under faculty supervision.
Students are completing required clinic hours for…
Swap—Don’t Shop!
A Clothing Swap is happening on the Southern and Dobson campus on Wednesday,…
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WALKING THE PATH OF WELLNESS
Four Directions Gathering: Reflection, Healing & Purpose
Join us for a student-led gathering focused on Indigenous wellness, connection, and healing in a supportive, trauma-informed space. Open to students, faculty, staff, and community members.
Event Details:
Wednesday, April 29
5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Southern & Dobson Campus, Library RM 145…
Bees, Beetles and Blooms
The Life Sciences Greenhouse, Wildflower + Pollinator Garden invites you to Bees, Beetles & Blooms — an early evening open house celebrating pollinators, native plants, and our home planet.
Join us as the Planetarium opens its doors and make it a full Earth-to-cosmos experience. Before or after your planetarium adventure, take a walk along Planetarium Way and visit our planet — Earth — in bloom. Explore our Monarch Waystation, discover what’s flowering this season, and learn how native plants support bees, beetles, butterflies, and other essential pollinators.
We will also have hands-on crafting activities where you can create your very own beetle to take home. Center for Civic Engagement is hosting a seed-ball making event — a fun, family-friendly way to connect with science.
Open to the public. Free admission.
Stop by before or after your planetarium show.
📅 Friday, April 3
⏰ 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Mesa Community College – Southern and Dobson Campus
1833 West Southern Ave, Mesa, AZ
Garden is located just west of building HW8, along Planetarium Way
Drop in anytime during the event. No registration required.
Pizza with the President
Wednesday, April 8 | 12:30 - 1:30 pm | M200 at Red Mountain
Dr. Daniel will be at Red Mountain for pizza and conversation with students. Please click here to RSVP to attend. Join us to learn about what's going on at MCC and ask your questions of our college president. Any faculty who plan to bring their class should contact Erica in Student Life at Red Mountain to RSVP.
We hope to see you there!
AI, Real Estate & Cybersecurity in Action
Wednesday, April 8 | 12:15 pm | LB 300
*Lunch provided
This event is part of #AZTechWeek, a statewide celebration connecting the tech ecosystem.
Join us for an engaging morning of mini presentation sessions from our CIS and CSC faculty, and a dynamic industry panel with AI managers from Intel, Google, and PayPal, where you’ll see how technology is transforming careers and industries.
Due to limited space, all participants must RSVP in advance through this link.
Whether you're curious about breaking into tech, passionate about analytics, or simply want to see how data shapes the world, this is an excellent opportunity to learn, network, and be inspired.
The Fusion of Manufacturing
Wednesday, April 8 | 1:00 pm | TC 214
Whether you're curious about how things are made, interested in engineering and manufacturing careers, or simply want to see innovative technology in action, this event offers a behind-the-scenes look at the future of production.
✨ Make it a full day of innovation!
✨ Earlier in the day, don’t miss our sister showcase hosted by the MCC CIS Department: Data Analytics in Action. Discover how data is transforming industries like AI, cybersecurity, and real estate: https://partiful.com/e/lQtWg4VRiOCS3eMAqLgr?c=csqHGS6Y This event is a part of #AZTechWeek—a week of events hosted by VCs and startups to bring together the tech ecosystem.
🔹 Explore MCC’s Additive and Subtractive Manufacturing labs
🔹 See how 3D printing and precision machining work together
🔹 Learn how modern manufacturing turns designs into real-world products
🔹 Connect with faculty and discover career pathways in advanced manufacturing.
We Care Wednesday
FREE FOOD DISTRIBUTIONS
The next food distribution takes place on Wednesday, April 1 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.
These distributions take place on the first and third Wednesday of the month throughout the academic year (with some exceptions noted on the schedule). The first Wednesday takes place at the Southern/Dobson campus in the Navajo Room, and the third Wednesday happens at Red Mountain in the circle driveway on the south side of the Desert Willow building (this is a drive through distribution with walk up service available).
Please spread the word about this useful resource! The next distribution at the Red Mountain campus takes place on April 15.
Spring 2026 Dates
April 1 (SoDo) and April 15 (Red Mtn)
May 6 (SoDo)
Click here for event flyer
Job and Resource Fair
Planting Seeds for Success: Career Services Job & Resource Fair
Join Career Services on April 15, 2026, from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM in the Navajo Room to connect with employers and grow your professional skills!
At this event you can:
Meet up to 30 employers from a variety of industries
Get a FREE professional headshot (dress your best!)
Visit interactive career stations for resume reviews, interview prep, and LinkedIn profile feedback
Enjoy free snacks, popcorn, and giveaways
To RSVP and view the employer list, check out our Career Services page: https://www.mesacc.edu/career/career-services-events
ASMCC Elections Update
It's that time of year! ASMCC Student Government Elections for the 2026-27 academic year are happening soon. For all the information you need to know, please visit the ASMCC elections page.
Timeline
Campaigning begins: Monday, March 23-April 15
Candidates Forum: Tuesday, April 8, 2:30 pm in the Student Lounge
Elections: Tuesday, April 14 and Wednesday, April 15 in the Student Life offices or online
Candidates informed of results: Friday, April 17 by 5:00 pm.
Elections results announced publicly: Monday, April 20
Swearing in of candidates: Thunderbird Leadership Awards (SD, April 30)
For more information or questions, contact Beth Ann Wright ([email protected], 480-461-7277)
EMS Career Fair & Open House
Please join us for this event, where our students and community will have the opportunity to explore career pathways, connect with community partners, and learn more about current hiring processes within the EMS field.
Event Details
Date: Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Time: 12:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Red Mountain Campus - Community Room- 7110 E McKellips Rd, M200, Mesa, AZ 85207
Thunderbird Athletics
Support the MCC Thunderbird Athletes at one of their upcoming HOME games
Apr 3 at 3 pm: Baseball vs. South Mountain Community College
Apr 8 at 3 pm: Baseball vs. Chandler Gilbert Community College
Apr 14 at 12/2 pm: Softball vs. Scottsdale Community College
Apr 14 at 3 pm: Baseball vs. Phoenix College
Apr 17 at 3 pm: Baseball vs. Scottsdale Community College
Apr 18 at 12/2 pm: Softball vs. Yavapai College
Apr 18 at 12 pm: Baseball vs. Paradise Valley Community College
Apr 21 at 12/2 pm: Softball vs. Phoenix College
Apr 21 at 3 pm: Baseball vs. Grand Canyon Club
Apr 22 at 3 pm: Baseball vs. Gateway Community College
Apr 25 at 12 pm: Baseball vs. Chandler Gilbert Community College
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:
Apr 3: Messengers of Time and Space
May 8 and 22: Tour the Universe with Pink Floyd
VITA Tax Preparation
Mesa Community College is a location for Mesa United Way's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, offering free tax-preparation services to low- and moderate-income households with an income of $69,000 or less.
Walk-in services are offered January 27-April 14, 2026 at MCC’s Southern and Dobson Campus and January 31-April 14, 2026 at the Red Mountain Campus.
MCC Southern and Dobson Campus hours are Tuesdays and Thursdays 4-8 p.m. and Saturdays 9 a.m.-1 p.m. EF Building, Room 1E
MCC Red Mountain Campus hours are Tuesdays 2-6 p.m. and Saturdays 9 a.m.–1 p.m. Acacia Village
Please arrive at least one hour prior to closing.
Visit prepareandempower.org and select Tax Services to learn how to prepare for your visit and confirm dates and times of availability prior to your visit.
Foundation Scholarships
The Fall 2026 Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation General Scholarship Application is now open and accepting applications!
Students who are interested in applying for these scholarship opportunities should visit the Scholarship Manager portal: mcccdf.org/scholarship.
Here, you can submit one General Scholarship Application and be eligible for hundreds of scholarship opportunities. The application deadline is November 30th.
Scholarships are available to all students, regardless of their background, major, interests, financial need, or academic success. There are scholarship opportunities for everyone. Please click here for the flyer with more information.
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
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.
Study Rooms
Reserve a room today at SD or RM! Book up to 3 weeks ahead for a max of 16 hours a week.
Get Research Help
Schedule a research consultation, chat 24/7 with a librarian, email us, or stop by the library for in person help.
Library App
Stay connected to the MCC Libraries—anytime, anywhere. With the new MCC Library Mobile App (powered by Ex Libris Library Mobile), you can search the catalog, access databases, manage your checkouts, place holds, and get expert research help in just a few taps. Available now on the App Store and Google Play!
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.
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!