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Student Life Events Newsletter 2.17.26

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Student Life Events NEWSLETTER

Upcoming Events

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Student Organizations

Student Life Events NEWSLETTER

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 16

THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19

StudentSenate

12:15PM|HoweSeminarRoom

ChooseYourValues

2:30PM|NoisyLounge

Stopbyforalaid-backvaluesevent focusedonreal-lifechoices,personal boundaries,andlookingoutforeachother. Thisisn’talecture-justachancetoreflect, share(ifyouwant),andthinkaboutwhat youvaluewhenitcomestoalcoholand otherdrugsandfriendinteractions Come asyouare,takewhat’suseful,andleave therest

FishingClub

3:00PM|HoweSeminarRoom

Pre-MedClub

12:15PM|TBD–SeeMCCSapp

YoungDemocraticSocialistsofAmerica

4:00PM|HoweSeminarRoom

FilmClub

5:30PM|JewettAuditorium

ResLife:MocktailMaking

7PM|SPHLobby

JoinRALuforafunnightofmaking mocktails&alcoholawareness!

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20

CulinaryArtsClub

11AM|HoweSeminarRoom

Providesstudentswithpportunitiestomeet, discuss,andexperiencetheCulinaryArts

Worldwiththosewithsimilarinterests

ResLife:ResourceJeopardy

7PM|SPHLobby

ComeplayJeopardyandtestyout knowledgeonCampusResourcesandRes LifePolicies!

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17

RisksofImpairedDrivingPresentation

10:30AM|JewettAuditorium In2003whenhewasattendingCMCC, RobGreelycausedatragicalcoholrelated accident Heendedupgoingtoprisonfor causingthedeadlycrash Now,Rob travelstospreadawarenessofthe importanceofmakinggooddecisionsand recognizingthevalueoflife.Thedecisions wemakedon'tjustaffectourselves,they affectothersaswell

BusinessClub

12:30|HagueBusinessLounge

DaytimeKaraoke (BlackHistoryMonthEdition)

12:45PM|NoisyLounge Wewelcomestudentstojoinusandsing theirfavoritesongsbyblackartistsin celebrationofBlackHistoryMonth! BlackStudentUnion

3PM|HoweSeminarRoom

CampusActivitiesTeam(CAT)

3:30PM|StudentEngagementOffice FellowshipofChristianAthletes(FCA) 5:30PM|HoweHall105

AclubforathletesatSMCCwhowantto meetotherathletesandspendtimeinbible studytogether Wemeetweeklytogo throughapassageofscriptureanddiscuss

RockClimbingatEvoRock&Fitness

6PM|EVORock+FitnessPortland Sign-upform:EVORockClimbingEvent InterestForm–Filloutform

ResLife:SurfsitePoolTournament 8PM|SurfsiteLobby GrabafriendandteamupforSurfsite’s pooltournament,single-eliminationstyle

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22

Res Life: Winter Olympics Watch Party 2:30 PM | Surfsite Lobby

The 2026 Winter Olympics have arrived! Join RA Riley for the closing ceremony watch party with snacks!

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 18

TurningPointUSACampusClash

11AM|NoisyLounge Studentshavetheopportunitytoengage respectfullyonanytopicwithclubleaders

PhiThetaKappa

12:15PM|Preble206

PTKwillbehostingelections

PTKistheleadingInternationalHonor Societyfortwoyearschools Getting involvedinourchapterisanopportunityto buildleadershipskillsandfindcommunity amongfellowscholars Wecomplete projectstobetterourcommunityand continuetofindwaystoputouracademic successtouseinbetteringtheworldaround us MeetingsareopentoallSMCCstudents!

Hospitality&TourismCareersWebinar 12:30PM|Zoom

Maine’svibranthospitalityandtourism industryplaysacrucialroletothestate’s economy.Learnaboutarangeofcareer pathwaysfromrecentgrads

Horticulture&“GreenJobs”CareerFair MidcoastCampus

3:30PM|L.L.BeanCommons JobandInternshipfairinhorticulture, environmentaland“greenjobs”opento majorsandotherinterestedstudents

TRiOArtNight 4PMto6PM|TRIOOffice QueerAlliance 5PM|Preble204

BookClub

5PM|LearningCommons(SoPo) Areyouabookwormorwanttostartyour readingjourney?Joinourbookclubat SMCC!Let'sread,shareopinions,connect, andhavefuntogether!

SoPo/CapeElizabethRotaryClub 6PM|Preble107

Cru

7PM|HoweHall205

CruisaChristianclubwherestudentsstudy theBibleandgrowalongsideeachotherin spiritualknowledge

The College was closed in observance of Presidents’ Day.

ONE DECISION CAN CHANGE EVERYTHING

A Talk on Choices, Consequences & Second Chances

In 2003, while attending Central Maine Community College, Rob Greely caused a tragic alcoholrelated crash that resulted in the loss of a life. He served prison time for his actions - and now dedicates time to helping others understand the true impact of the decisions we make.

Rob shares his story to spread awareness about: The real consequences of impaired driving

How our choices affect more than just ourselves The value of life and accountability Making decisions you can live with

February 17 10:30 AM th

5967.Ifyouneedanaccommodationinordertoaccessprogramsorservices,please calldisabilityservicesat207-741-5923oremailsmccsas@mainecc.edu

Black History Month

Black History Month Asynchronous Kahoot Trivia

February 16 - February 20

We are testing your knowledge of black history, culture, and icons this week! The top winner will receive their choice of a prize. See the MCCS app for more details.

Karaoke Celebration!

February 17, 12:45 PM to 2 PM, Noisy Lounge

We welcome students to join us and sing their favorite songs by black artists to celebrate Black History Month!

Blood Drive

February 25, 10 AM to 4 PM, Noisy Lounge

Student Engagement is hosting the Red Cross to hold a blood drive on campus, with a special call out to donors who are black in order to help ensure blood is available to those with sickle cell disease when needed! Sign up via the MCCS App.

Movie Showing: Sinners

February 26, 6 PM, Jewett Auditorium

Join us for a showing of the movie Sinners. Popcorn, candy, and drinks will be provided.

Social Science Department History Month Website

This page contains links to a variety of resources celebrating and giving historical context to the history of black people in America, with a special emphasis on their experience in Maine. Just scan the QR code!

Wanna test your knowledge or learn about on Campus Resources, Res Life Policies & More?

Ice Fishing Ice Fishing

Saturday February 21st

Sabattus Pond, ME

8:30am leaving from SMCC

Sign-Up

SHARE SHARE THE CARE THECARE

February 26 , 2026 | 6:00 PM

TRIO PRESENTS:

Art Night

Wednesdays, 4-6pm

No experience or materials needed

NEXT STEP CAREER SUPPORT

FOR CLASS OF 2026

FOR GRADUATING SMCC STUDENTS

Signuptobeaddedtotheself-pacedBrightspacecareercourse

Createorcustomizeyourresume/coverletter

Resumereviewsandfeedback

Interviewprepandtipsonhowtoprepare

LinkedInProfile/ProfessionalHeadshotEvent

JobSearchStrategies&Networking

NEXT STEP CAREER FAIR & EVENTS

LinkedIn Profile & Professional Headshots

Thursday, March 19

11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Campus Center Atrium

Job Fair Hiring Event

Thursday, April 9 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Campus Center 1st Floor

For more information:

Contact SMCC Career Development & Partnerships

Donna Gaspar Jarvis - dgasparjarvis@mainecc.edu

craf fair craf fair

Support the SMCC community and discover one-of-a-kind gifts for yourself or loved ones. All proceeds go toward supporting SMCC students and the SMCC Phi Theta Kappa Honor’s Society.

Saturday, April 4th 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

SMCC HUB Gym, 2 Fort Rd, South Portland

*Free Parking available

Want to be a vendor?

Scan the QR code to register!

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WHEREYOUBELONG WHEREYOUBELONG

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T h e Q u e e r A l l i a n c e

(formerly Rainbow League)

Weekly meetings, frequent events, and safe spaces for open discussion with like-minded folx!

Scan to join our Discord! It’s free to join and always a queerfriendly space to connect!

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