1/31/12
MJC offers interactive science for sixth grade classes
The Modesto Junior College Great Valley Museum and Science, Mathematics and Engineering Division are offering a traveling teacher to visit sixth grade classrooms to present a learning experience entitled "Energy 411" at no cost to the school. more >>

1/17/12
Modesto Junior College Presidential Search
The Chancellor of the Yosemite Community College District has announced the search for the next Modesto Junior College President. Ralph Andersen & Associates will assist the Chancellor in the search and selection process. It is anticipated that the new President will start in July 2012. A position brochure can be viewed at MJC Presidential Search. Interested candidates are strongly encouraged to contact Stan Arterberry, Ralph Andersen & Associates, at 916/630-4900 or via cell phone at 707/567-4402 for more details.more >>

1/6/12
MICL offers classes for senior citizens
Modesto Institute for Continued Learning (MICL), a community of lifelong learners affiliated with Modesto Junior College, invites senior citizens who are looking for a fun learning program to attend an informational meeting on Thursday, January 12 at 10:00 a.m. in the MICL classroom, Building 6000 on MJC's West Campus. The schedule of not-for-credit classes for the 2012 Spring Semester will be announced; there will be a chance to register, and refreshments will be served.more >>

12/14/11
Glacier Hall and Agriculture Center for Education dedication January 4, 2012
Modesto Junior College and Yosemite Community College District will hold Building Dedications and Open Houses for Glacier Hall and the Agriculture Center for Education on Wednesday, January 4, 2012, on the MJC West Campus, 2201 Blue Gum Avenue. The public is invited to attend the dedication of Allied Health's Glacier Hall at 2 p.m. and the Agriculture Center for Education Pavilion at 3 p.m. The public will have the opportunity to go on tours and listen to MJC staff members and instructors describe the numerous educational opportunities available in the two buildings.more >>

11/3/11
Political internship information session for MJC students
The Modesto Junior College Political Science Department is hosting two information sessions this month for MJC students who would like a political internship for the Spring 2012 semester. more >>

10/26/11
Nurse of Distinction awarded to MJC Professor
Modesto Junior College Professor of Nursing Kelly Butler was honored by Alpha Phi Chapter Chi Eta Phi Sorority, Inc with a "Nurse of Distinction" Award at the annual tribute to nurse's banquet held October 23 in Stockton.more >>

10/26/11
Ag student featured in film sketch
The National Science Foundation (NSF) recently sent a film crew to interview Serena Robertson, Modesto Junior College Agriculture and Environmental Science STEM Scholarship student.more >>

10/22/11
MJC welcomes two new Vice Presidents
Modesto Junior College is pleased to announce Brenda Thames as the new Vice President of Student Services and Michael Guerra as the new Vice President of Administrative Services. Both vice presidents have begun their service to the college.more >>

10/19/11
Accreditation Team visits MJC
The Evaluation Team, through its analysis of our institution, assures the Commission that we have been responsive to recommendations of previous visiting teams and assures the Commission and the community that MJC has developed sound evaluation and planning procedures to foster the improvement of student achievement and student learning outcomes.more >>

9/29/11
Dairy Judging Team tops at contests
The MJC Dairy Cattle Judging team was the top team in their division at recent contests in Pennsylvania and Massachusetts.more >>

9/21/11
MJC awarded 4.3 million Hispanic-Serving Institution grant
Modesto Junior College has been awarded a five-year Title V federal grant from the U.S. Department of Education to increase the number of Hispanic, low-income and other students who enroll, persist, succeed, and transfer to 4-year colleges in STEM-related fields. more >>

9/2/11
MJC Celebrates 90 Years
Modesto Junior College Celebrates 90 Yearsmore >>

8/4/11
Founders Hall reopens with Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Founders hall reopens with Ribbon Cutting Ceremonymore >>

7/11/11
TRIO/Talent Search program receives award.
MJC has been awarded a TRIO/Talent Search Grant from the Dept. of Ed.more >>

6/30/11
MJC unveils two new Associate Degrees for Transfer
MJC is now offering two new associate degree options that provide completing students priority consideration at a California State University (CSU) when applying to a program similar to one of the new degrees. MJC's new Associate of Arts Transfer (AA-T) in Communications Studies and the Associate of Science Transfer (AS-T) in Mathematics are part of the college's implementation of SB 1440 which was signed into law on September 29, 2010. more >>