Agora Zine - November 21, 2022

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Hello everyone!

My name is Megan Kane and I am the editor of the Agora.

Instead of the typical newspaper, the Agora currently prints zines. We use zines to share MCCC-related content in a colorful, creative way.

This is our third zine and in this edition, we follow a theme of “hidden gems” at the college. Our staff feels like there are many parts of MCCC’s campus that students may not be aware of.

We will be featuringdifferent locations, such as rooms, courtyards, and even trails we consider to be under utilized by students at MCCC.

There will be one more themed zine this semester. Look for our next zine on this date:

Dec. 12

If you have any suggestions for future zines, story ideas, or content for any of our platforms, please contact me at agora@monroeccc.edu.

Editors

Megan Kane

Lexi Greenwood

Ella Foshag

Staff

Michael Moser

Tyler Pennington

Will Johnson

Adviser

Matthew Bird-Meyer

Editorial Policy

The Agora is published by the students of Monroe County Community College, 1555 S. Raisinville Road, Monroe, MI, 48161. The editorial office is located in Room 213 of the Campbell Academic Center, (734) 384-4288, agora@monroeccc.edu.

The Agora is a student-managed newspaper that supports a free student press. It is a member of the Michigan Community College Press Association, the Michigan Press Association, College Media Association, Associated Collegiate Press and the Student Press Law Center.

Story suggestions are welcome. Let us know what you would like to see in The Agora - it’s your newspaper. Email submissions to agora@monroeccc.edu.

Where to find gender neutral bathrooms on campus

Locations:

F Building: located on both east and west sides of the building.

C Building: located on both floors next to the elevator.

S Building: located in the back of the building (near DEI and GSA rooms)

L Building: located on first floor near lecture room 140 and down the hallway adjacent to the maintenance room on the second floor.

Story by Maya Volpi

Currently, gender neutral bathrooms can be found in four buildings on MCCC’s campus. As renovations continue, gender neutral bathrooms will be added to every floor of each building, according to Jack Burns, director of Campus Planning and Facilities.

Students deserve to feel accommodated here at MCCC, and adding gender neutral bathrooms to each of the school buildings seems to be a step in the right direction. Gender neutral bathrooms are intended to offer a more comfortable bathroom option for non-cisgendered students, making restrooms free of labels or pressure available to anyone who may need them. This could prevent students from feeling a sense of anxiety about such private matters, and allow them to feel safer while at school. It should be a main priority of any school to take care of its students and make sure no voices go unheard, and it seems like adding gender neutral bathrooms could be a way to do this. In addition, if you are cisgender, the bathrooms are still available to you. Overall, they provide the option for any student on campus to have an added sense of privacy and comfort. The move to put one of these bathrooms on each floor of all campus buildings will hopefully make all Huskies feel a little more at home.

Holladay Theater

This mini theater that students may not be aware of is located in the basement of the C Building. The theater can be accessesed by students and the public by making a reservation through Mary Lyons, administrative assistant for Events and Reservations. The theater has been used for credit classes, MCCC hosted plays and club events. It has also been used for smaller presentations from groups both on and off campus to show movies, for guest speakers and general meetings. The theater holds 50 audience members, but depending on its use may require a tech director to be present.

To reserve the Holladay Theater, contact Mary Lyons at mlyons@monroeccc.edu

Courtyards and Trails

The MCCC campus is home to gorgeous courtyards and walking trails.

In between many of the buildings are paved open spaces where students can walk between buildings, or sit to study.

Located near the back of the campus is a bridge leading to a series of walking trails.

Students can take a break in between classes to enjoy the outdoors or even utilize them for exercise.

Fitness Center

The MCCC Fitness Center is located in the H Building. It features free weights, machines, tread- mills, stair-steppers, and staionary bicycles.

Current students and alumni are welcome. Everyone using the fit- ness center must sign the liability waiver form, and present photo identification. Alumni must pay the yearly membership fee.

It is ran by student assistants who are trained on proper use of the equipment.

The hours for the fitness center vary each semester, and are locat- ed on the MCCC wesbite as well as more information.

Employee Cole Nelson said on average about 10-15 stu- dents and alumni come and workout a day.

Cafeteria and Food Pantry

Located in the cafeteria is Heck’s Market, the food pantry at MCCC. All students can access the market by emailing the pantry at, foodpantry@monroeccc.edu or stopping by The Foundation office located in Room S-154. Students can remain anonymous by checking in using only their student ID number. If a student has a class and needs their food items to stay cold there is a fridge available to store their items until available for pickup. The food pantry can also direct students to the Student Success Center for additional resources as needed.

If you would like to learn more about the food pantry you can check out Episode 11 of The Forum featuring Josh Myers, executive director of The Foundation, by scanning the QR code below.

Christie Perkins selects food from the pantry.

DEI Room

Ever need a place to socialize, study, or relax? The Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) room is an all-inclusive space in the S Building, designed for any students to use at any time, especially as a safe space for LGBTQ+ students at MCCC. The room offers couches, chairs, a counter area to serve food, and a multimedia TV allowing any students to broadcast from their computer.

“It’s a place where people can go hang out, they can study, they can talk without fear of judgment or anything else,” said Gerald McCarty, director of Student Success. “There’s really no rules for the room, just go and take advantage of it, it’s a quiet place, it’s a safe space for people and it’s getting more use than it did at the start of this semester.”

Student Government Room

Need a formal space to host your meeting? The Student Government room at MCCC offers movable desks and chairs that can be configured for any meeting you may have, in addition to a sink, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a multimedia TV for hosting virtual meetings. Located in the S Building, the room is open for any students, but must be reserved for events through Mary Lyons, the Administrative Assistant for Events and Reservations. Despite its name, the room isn’t just used for Student Government.

“We’ve had bake sales, we’ve had Puppies & Popsicles, we’ve had several other events in there sponsored by student clubs,” Gerald McCarty said, director of Student Success. “Obviously people identify it as the Student Government room, but other clubs can certainly use it to hold their meetings, bake sales, or whatever else they might wanna do in there.”

The Cellar

Located in the basement of the S Building students can find the Cellar. The Cellar is a great place for students to relax and hangout. This location is equipped with two TV sets, two pool tables, two foosball tables, ping pong, a charging station, mutiple tables and a microwave.

The Cellar is currently used by Vex Robotics and the Middle College. Student Government also uses the space to host events throughout the school year. Clubs or classes interested in reserving the space can contact Mary Lyons, administrative assistant for Events and Reservations, at (734) 384-4242 or mlyons@monroeccc.edu.

Make your ideas come to life in the Makerspace

If you’re a creative person you might be interested in the Makerspace here at MCCC, a place where you can make your ideas come to life. The Makerspace is open free of charge to anyone over 18, even if you are not an MCCC student.

The Makerspace has the resources available to allow you to practice your skills and express your creativity. Some of the equipment available for use are 3D printers, vinyl cutters, computers complete with design software, CNC machines, electronics workstations, and many hand and power tools. The equipment and materials are available on a first come first serve basis.

The Makerspace is located in the Career Technology Center in Room T-160. The availability and hours are subject to change, so if you are interested in using the Makerspace contact Mike Reaume at mreaume@monroeccc.edu or by calling 734-384-4176.

For more information visit monroeccc.edu/aset/makerspace.

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Crossword Puzzle Contest

President Dr. Kojo A. Quartey has agreed to give away three $25 giftcards to MCCC’s Campus Store to those who complete the crossword puzzle correctly. Turn in your completed crossword puzzle (with your name and email attached) to the Humanities and Social Sciences office (C-243) 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. The deadline is Nov. 29. The Campus Store is located in the S Building. You can purchase spirit wear, school supplies, and books. First three correct submissions get the reward!

All answers to the crossword puzzle can be found on the Agora website.

Reese Johnson, employee of MCCC’s Campus Store

Crossword Puzzle

Down: Across:

1.Weapon butler was questioned about in kitchen

butler was questioned about in

3.Agora's adviser first name

6.Chief negotiator for college first name

8.President of the MCCC faculty Association last name

2.Type of music played before Poetry Night

Across:

4._____ said "Clue on Stage" is a tour de force of suspense and comedy

2.Type of music played before Poetry adviser first name

9._____ Shaw Memorial Journalism Fund

11.Number of blackmail victims in the film "Clue."

5.Color of "Value MCCC faculty" button

7.Who gave the Sanderson sisters a Black Flame Candle?

4._____ said "Clue on Stage" is a tour of suspense and comedy

5.Color of "Value MCCC faculty" button negotiator for college first name

10._____-year plan calls for H-Building expansion

7.Who gave the Sanderson sisters Flame Candle? of the MCCC faculty Association name

14.Who stole Michael Myers' mask?

12.The _____ will allow more students to participate in the nursingprogram

13.The Agora's website is _____.com

10._____-year plan calls for H-Building expansion of blackmail victims in the film

Shaw Memorial Journalism Fund

Your name:

stole Michael Myers' mask?

Email:

12.The _____ will allow more students participate in the nursingprogram

13.The Agora's website is _____.com

Helpful Links on the MCCC Site

monroeccc.edu/campus-life

Full of several links and information about activities and clubs around campus.

monroeccc.edu/future-students

Information that caters to future students including info about registration.

monroeccc.edu/services-support

Support for students such as tutoring, veteran services, and food pantry info.

monroeccc.edu/admissions-aid

Info and guides about admission to MCCC. Includes info about campus and FAFSA.

monroeccc.edu/library

Library information such as office hours and search features.