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Week of June 21, 2021
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NEW!!! Introducing Direct Deposit for Student Financial Aid Refunds
Students now have the option of signing up for Direct Deposit! This new feature will allow you to receive your financial aid refunds electronically, rather than having a paper check mailed to you. No more waiting for paper checks to arrive via snail-mail.
Sign up today! All that you need are your bank or credit union’s routing number and your account number.
To sign up for Direct Deposit:
· Log in to your CM Connect account
· Go to the Students tab
· Go to the Payments and Student Billing page
· Click on the Set Up Direct Deposit Account button and follow the instructions; you
will need your bank account number and bank routing number.
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Maine State Grant Extension
It is not too late to apply for financial aid and be considered for all available sources of funding. The May 1st priority filing deadline for the Maine State Grant has been waived and you don't have to be a full-time student to qualify for financial aid. Grant money is still available, so complete your FAFSA today at www.fafsa.gov.
Please contact the Office of Financial Aid if you have any questions or need assistance at finaid@cmcc.edu or calling 207-755-5382. |
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CARES Emergency Grants
Students who have unanticipated expenses due to the ongoing pandemic and who are currently enrolled for the summer semester at CMCC may apply for emergency assistance. You do not have to be eligible for regular financial aid. Applications are reviewed every day and processed by the Office of Financial Aid on a rolling basis.
To complete the application:
- Log in to CMConnect;
- Choose the ‘Students’ tab;
- Choose the ‘Financial Aid’ page;
- Choose the ‘CMCC Emergency Grant’ section and click on the application link
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There is still time to register for Summer and Fall courses. Contact your advisor to make a plan.
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Mustang Food Pantry
Mondays: 9:00am - 11:00am
Thursdays: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Located by Central Services, use the College Store entrance and signs will direct you to the pantry.
For more information, or to request curbside pick-up, or assistance outside the regular hours, contact:
207-755-5293.
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2. Include your student ID number, full name and mailing address.
3. Attach a vertical head and shoulders (no head tilting) photo of yourself for the card. Snapchat and other app pictures with filters cannot be processed for Student ID cards.
4. We'll print your card and mail it to you!
Have questions? Call Central Services at
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Check out the weekly "Did You Know" series showcasing CMCC's student success resources on Mustang Mobile's Student Feed!
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STUDENT WORKER JOB OPPORTUNITIES |
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Student Security Officer
Join the Central Maine Community College Security Team.
Interested?
Scott Watkins
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Learning Commons Peer Tutors
Learning Commons peer tutors help other students find and use credible information.
Interested?
Jim Allard, Learning Commons Librarian
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Peer Tutors in the Math & Science Center
Earn good money tutoring via Zoom for The Math & Science Center! Receive a badge from Purdue University in Tutor Essentials.
Interested?
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To view all open positions, log into CM Connect go to the Students tab, and then Student Employment on the left. |
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What is the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program?
The Emergency Broadband Benefit Program provides a temporary discount on monthly broadband bills for low-income households. If your household is eligible, you can receive:
- Up to a $50/month discount on your broadband service and associated equipment rentals
- Up to a $75/month discount if your household is on qualifying Tribal lands
- A one-time discount of up to $100 for a laptop, tablet, or desktop computer (with a co-payment of more than $10 but less than $50)
Only one monthly service discount and one device discount is allowed per household.
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New SNAP Eligibility
Who is eligible?
SNAP eligibility has been temporarily expanded to include college students who are enrolled for at least half time (6 credits per semester) and who:
- Have a zero expected family contribution (EFC) from their FAFSA; or
- Are eligible to participate in a work-study program
How to apply:
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Apply online with DHHS
- Click on Option 1 "My Maine Connection" then click on the red ‘Sign Up Now” button.
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Contact the CMCC Office of Financial Aid and request a ‘SNAP Eligibility Letter’. Include your CMCC ID in the email. Forward this letter to Farmington.DHHS@Maine.gov.
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WORKFORCE & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Career Training
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Entry-Level Software Developer
Generously funded through the Harold Alfond Foundation and offered through CMCC's Center for Workforce and Professional Development.
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Behavioral Health Professional certification
No-cost training
Cohort 2
June 28, start date, online
Live via Zoom July 22 & 23 from 11am to 3pm.
Cohort 3
July 26, online
Live via Zoom on August 19 & 20, 2021 from 11am to 3pm.
Cohort 4
August 23, online
Live via Zoom September 16 and 17, 11am to 3pm.
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CAMPUS ACTIVITIES AND CLUBS |
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Are you a new student at CMCC? Did you take JMG in High School? If you answered yes, JMG is here to support you in navigating college life. Contact Michelle Bourne at mbourne@cmcc.edu for support. |
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Mustang Fitness Center Classes
Classes are via Zoom unless otherwise stated. Call the Mustang Fitness Center or email Jordy if you are interested in participating in fitness classes.
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Spin - M & Thur., 6:00am - 6:50am
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Piloxing Booty-Builder - Thur, 7:00pm- 7:30pm
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Chair Yoga - Sat.,10:15am-11:15am
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Hatha Yoga - Mon, 8:00am - 9:00am
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Bootcamp - M, 6:00pm - 7:00pm; W, 5:15pm - 6:15pm; Thur., 6:00pm - 7:00pm (all Bootcamp in person with masking)
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Zumba - T, 6:15pm - 7:15pm; Wed., 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Zumba Toning - W, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Piloxing - T., 5:00pm - 6:00pm; Sat 9:00am -10:00am
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Piloxing Knockout - M, 5:00pm - 5:30pm
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Tri-Group - Fri, 5:45am - 7:00am
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TRIO STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES NEWS |
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TRIO CAN HELP YOU GET READY FOR FALL CLASSES
Do you need to brush up on your math or English skills? Do you think you might qualify for TRIO? TRIO is offering free non-credit review seminars to improve your skills and/or help you place into college level math and English. Join us for:
English: Write Bright June 28-July 2
Math:
Algebra Aptitude MWF July 12-July 23
These seminars will be offered both online and in person in a flexible hybrid format.
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NEW VIDEO!!!!
Curious about TRIO?
Check out these videos:
About CM TRIO Tutoring:
TRIO is offering FREE summer tutoring! Online and in person
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Full-time Job of the Week
Accounts Payable Specialist, Goodwill NNE, Gorham
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Part-time Job of the Week
Client Services Specialist, Dempsey Center, Lewiston & South Portland
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Employer of the Week
Community Concepts, Central/Western Maine
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Hiring Events
Corning Hiring Fair, Kennebunk
On Sundays & Mondays: June 20 & 21, July 18 & 19, August 15 & 16
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Virtual Transfer Services
ConnectED Pathways
Computer Technology, Criminal Justice, Early Childhood Education, Human Services, Life Sciences, Physical Fitness Specialist, or Precision Machining students are eligible to transfer to USM via the ConnectedED Pathways Program. To learn ConnectED Pathways
Reverse Credit Transfer
Transferring to the University of Maine System, but haven’t quite completed your Associates Degree yet?
Check out Reverse Credit Transfer (Reverse Credit Transfer) and finish your Associates while pursuing your Bachelors! Contact Liz with questions
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Unsure about career options? View Candid Career!
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Looking for work? Check out Community partner Jobs.
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For transfer or career-related questions, visit the Placement and Transfer Services Offices in Student Services or email Liz Oken or call her at (207)755-5239.
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LEARNING COMMONS & TUTORING
Open Monday-Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM
207-755-5218 reference@cmcc.edu
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Learning Commons Appointment Schedule
Monday – Thursday: 8:00 am – 8:00 pm
Friday: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Sunday: 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
If you need an appointment outside of the appointment schedule, email reference@cmcc.edu or by calling the Learning Commons at 207-755-5218. The Learning Commons staff will need to know about your appointment ahead of time and plan ahead as requests received after hours will not be seen until the next business day. |
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Learning Commons Movie Minute: Searching Inside a Publication, a quick way to search inside specific publications for topics and articles.
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FREE Zoom Math & Science Tutoring Available to all CMCC students
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Connect with Librarians via Zoom
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The Writing Center Options! |
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Zoom Virtual Writing Center
The Writing Center Zoom schedule for the summer semester beginning May 17 to August 16
If these Zoom times don't work with your schedule, e-mail Dennis directly with your preferred times and he will schedule an appointment at your convenience. dcamire@cmcc.edu
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Brightspace Submission
To access this resource, easily get the Online Writing Center listed in your courses.
- Go to the Discover tab at the top of your Brightspace homepage.
- In the Discover search bar, type On-Line Writing Center.
- Click “enroll” and the On-Line Writing Center will always be available in your list of courses.
Once you have enrolled in the Online Writing Center, click on the Online Writing Center window and follow the instructions for submitting your paper. Tutors are notified your paper has been uploaded and will generally respond within 24-48 hours with feedback.
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