An evening celebrating the college’s multicultural heritage and history
MESA, Arizona – October 29, 2015 – Mesa Community College will wrap up a year-long celebration of its 
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50th anniversary with two multicultural festivals, one at MCC at Southern and Dobson and another at MCC at Red Mountain on Friday, Nov. 20, both beginning at 5 p.m.
The events will celebrate MCC’s 50-year legacy of preparing learners to participate in a diverse global society in a learning environment that demonstrates a respect for differences. A variety of outdoor events with festival-style booths, food trucks, arts and crafts, and a mainstage with music, dance and storytelling acts, all with a world flavor, will be presented.
“Helping students develop an appreciation and awareness of the rich and diverse cultures that surround us is an important aspect of the education students receive at MCC,” said Dr. Shouan Pan, MCC President. “Multicultural events such as this increase awareness for our entire community.”
Since MCC’s beginnings more than 50 years ago, the college has provided programs and undertaken partnerships geared to serve the East Valley’s evolving 
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community. MCC’s Multicultural Affairs staff offers assistance to Hispanic/Latino, Black/African American, Asian, American Indian/Alaska Native and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander students, among others.
Additionally, MCC has 578 international students, the largest number of F-1 students (those students who plan to study in the U.S full time) among Arizona community colleges. This diversified student body adds a cultural richness to the campuses, which will be reflected in the 50th Anniversary celebration.
As Dr. Pan states in the college’s Report to Our Community, “This is our moment in time. We will pause after 50 years of dedicated service to say thank you, to relive our success and plan for many more.”
Event specific to Southern and Dobson Campus: Storyteller Marshall Trimble, Arizona Historian and noted author.
Events specific to Red Mountain Campus: Sonny the Illusionist and a Vintage Car Show.
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Contacts
Dawn Zimmer, 480-461-7892, dawn.zimmer@mesacc.edu
Sally Mesarosh, 480-461-7283, sally.mesarosh@mesacc.edu
Mesa Community College is nationally recognized for its service-learning, civic engagement and innovative educational programs, which include university transfer, career and technical, workforce development, and life-long learning. Host to 40,000 students annually, MCC offers more than 195 degrees and certificate programs at its two campuses and additional locations. MCC’s student body hails predominantly from the East Valley of Phoenix and includes Veteran, American Indian and International students who enrich the learning experience. Award-winning faculty are dedicated to student success providing the education and training that empowers MCC students to compete locally and globally. Celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2015, MCC is one of 10 colleges that comprise the Maricopa County Community College District. The District also includes the Maricopa Corporate College and two skill centers. For additional information, visit mesacc.edu.
Mesa Community College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) http://www.ncahlc.org, 800-621-7440.
The Maricopa County Community College District is an EEO/AA institution and an
equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.