Finals Week and Beyond!
Well, this is it. The last few days of the 2013 Spring Semester. Another chapter coming to a close and another one preparing to open.
For those of you that are completing your final semester here at Southern Maine Community College, we wish you well on the next steps of your journey.
For those of you continuing your education, we look forward to reconnecting with you over the Summer and Fall semesters.
Although this semester is ending, there will still be a lot of activity on the SMCC campuses. On Saturday, May 18, the South Portland campus will host the 2013 Graduation ceremony. Time and location will depend on weather. On Monday 5/13 after 5:00p.m., the SMCC website will be updated as to the final location plans (outside full graduation or inside with two sessions)
Although this semester is coming to a close, there will still be activity at Southern Maine Community College. Read on for more information....
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Congratulations on Recognition
Wednesday, May 1st, was the 2013 Student Leader Recognition Reception, hosted by Shane Long, Director of Student Development & Engagement. Honored guests included Southern Maine Community College President: Ron Cantor, Acting Dean of Students: Tiffanie Bentley, and Dean of Effectiveness & Engagement: Kaylene Waindle.
Eighty-four (84!) student recognition certificates were awarded during the reception. Students were recognized for participating in student government, clubs, activities, honor society, and organizations that help build a strong campus community.
Leader of the Pack is a program to highlight and recognize student leaders at SMCC. Recipients are student leaders from organizations, athletic teams, tutors, students participating in community service, Resident Assistants, employed in an office on campus or any other role on campus. Congratulations to the 2013 recipients:- Hazel Jane Subong: Midcoast Club
- Stephen Lankford: Business Club
- Codi Potter: Business Club
- Nasim Arborio: Business Club
- Molly Dicentes: Business Club
- Sebastin Lopez: Business Club
- Ashley Black: Theater Club
- Thomas Sharp: Veterans Club
- Lise Nichols: Nursing Club
- Todd Frederick: Phi Theta Kappa
- Kyle Snyder: Student Senate
- Dawn Smith: CeSIL Office
- Wendelin Choineire: CeSIL Office
Program of the Year and Student Organization of the Year are two new categories that have been added to our student recognition awards. Please join us in congratulating our inaugural winners: SMCC's Veteran's Club as the inaugural winner of Program of the Year and The Gaming Club as Student Organization of the Year.
In November of 2012, the Veteran's Club hosted several events during Veteran's Week. The week started with a fellow veterans and supporters, the celebration was especially moving as Prisoners of War and those who have gone Missing in Action were recognized. This recognition carried on to campus with a POW/MIA flag raising ceremony at the center of the South Portland campus. Representatives from World War II through each war and conflict (including present day) passed the flag in memory of those we have lost. It was a week filled with support and information.
The Gaming Club has been one of the fastest growing organization on campus this school year. Through the camaraderie of the students, it's maintained a friendly and enjoyable environment for anyone who has participated. Not only do students gather together to play games, they build friendships and help each other through tough spots in their lives by providing a friendly escape through games with friends.
Please join us in congratulating the students and organizations that build a strong community for Southern Maine Community College.
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Spring Fest 2013 Recap
While the weather was more windy than we would have liked on our BBQ day, the turnout was steady and it was fun seeing students enjoy the zip line, bouncy jousting, bungee run and dunk tank. Many thanks to all that help make the dunk tank a great success. We raised over $300.00 and gained a good amount of food to support our future SMCC Food Pantry.
If you didn't have an opportunity to pick up a free T-Shirt, stop by the CeSIL office. We still have a few remaining.
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Student Leader Boot Camp 2013
Want to get your leadership skills in shape for the 2013-14 school year? Then have we got an opportunity for you! On Friday, August 23rd, join us for a day of great leadership training to prepare you to take your organization to the next level. Sessions will include goal setting, recruitment and fundraising. The day will run 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. on the South Portland campus. We are finalizing the schedule based on participant feedback. If you would like to join or provide input no the day, please stop by the CeSIL office to register or contact Shane Long at: slong@smccme.edu
Boot Camp is limited to 30 Participants ~ Sign up NOW to ensure your spot.
Student Leader Boot Camp 2013 Registration
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Enjoy Your Summer
Best wishes to all for a relaxing, enjoyable Summer!
