Campus Life Events
All Events Are Funded Through the $10 Student Activity Fee charged each semester. Students who waive the fee may do so but are not eligible for events (including FLOW), activities, and services funded through the Student Activity Fee.
Fall 2021 Events
Come join us to celebrate The Day of the Dead (el Día de los Muertos). Día de Los Muertos is a Mexican holiday celebrated from October 31- November 2, where families create altars to remember their deceased loved ones with their picture, traditional dishes, and more. Bring a picture of your loved one to display on the altar that we will have available from October 31st to November 2nd inside the Student Center Rotunda.
Monday, November 8
Please join MJC Veterans Services at 12:00pm via Zoom as we hear the personal stories
of MJC Veterans Services. This session will feature MJC student veterans who will
share insight into their experience at MJC and reflect on their service and transition
from the military to student life.
Tuesday, November 9
Please join MJC Veterans Services, ASMJC and Campus Life and Student Learning as we
honor America’s heroes during MJC’s annual Veteran’s Day Celebration. This special
celebration will be hosted via Zoom at 12:00pm and will recognize student veterans
and our allies.
Wednesday, November 10
MJC Veterans Services will host the Red, White, Blue Veterans Ally Workshop at 3:30pm.
This workshop will explore military culture and best practices when serving veteran
students in and out of the classroom. This engaging and informative session will provide
MJC faculty and staff with the tools to effectively support veteran students.
Wednesday, November 10
MJC Veterans Services welcomes you to visit the POW table in the East Campus Student
Center. This memorial pays tribute to the memory of fallen, missing in action, or
prisoner of war military service members. The memorial will be available to view from
10:00am to 1:00pm.
Click here to RSVP for Veteran's Education Week
Homecoming Football
When: October 16, 2021 Game Starts at 6:00 p.m.
Where: MJC East Campus Football Stadium
- General Admission: $9
- Students/Seniors/Veterans: $5
- Children 7-10: $3
For a swash buckling good time!!! Modesto Junior College will take on the visiting West Hills Coalinga Falcons. The stadium will beam with pride. Additionally, there will be free give-a-ways (while
supplies last).
The 38th Hispanic Education Conference will be on Saturday, October 9, 2021.
Due to the effects caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, we want to take the necessary preventive measures to guarantee the safety and well-being of our community. The 38th Hispanic Education Conference will be limited capacity for social distancing measures. We feel very excited and committed as never before. We hope to continue to count on your support. The conference will be recorded and it will later be available on this website. Thank you for your understanding and your patience.
MJC is a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) MJC Campus Life and Student Learning
Register Now *limited capacity
#38th HEC Registration Form
When: Saturday, October 9, 2021
Where: MJC Performing Arts Center East Campus
Time: 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
La 38a Conferencia Hispana de Educación sera realizada el Sabado 9 de Octubre del 2021.
Debido a los efectos provocados por la pandemia del COVID-19, queremos tomar las medidas preventivas necesarias para garantizar la seguridad y bienestar de nuestra comunidad. La conferencia Hispana de Educacion sera realizada en persona pero habrá capacidad limitada para medidas de distanciamiento social . Nos sentimos muy emocionados y comprometidos como nunca antes. Esperamos seguir contando con su apoyo.La conferencia va ser grabada y estará disponible en esta pagina mas tarde. Muchas gracias por su comprension y por su paciencia.
MJC es una Institución de Servicio Hispano (HSI) MJC Vida Escolar y Aprendizaje Estudiantil
Regístrate ahora *capacidad limitada
#38th HEC Registration Form
Cuando: Sabado, Octubre 9, 2021
Donde: MJC Performing Arts Center, Campus Este
Tiempo: 8: 30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Please join us on October 7, at 6:00 p.m., for our next engaging Positive People Guest Speaker, Domenica Escatel. Domenica is a first generation college graduate and holds a Master's Degree in Organizational Leadership from Brandman University and a Bachelors of Fine Arts Degree in Art Education and Photography from San José State University. Having previously worked for the Stanislaus County Office of Education, she has over a decade of experience working with children and their families. She loves training, teaching, and working with community professionals. Through community work, Domenica has received several recognitions: 2020 Brainz Magazine Global Influencer, 2019 Latina of influence, 2018 Outstanding Women, 2016: 20 under 40 Modesto Bee.
Currently, Domenica works for the Girl Scouts Heart of Central California. At this time, Domenica launched her bilingual podcast, The She Powered Podcast and was invited to host the Cafecito show on The Happiness is Attractive Network on the Roku Channel. In her off time, you can find Domenica speaking at various conferences or being an auntie to Logan who is eleven and Abby who is seven.
Click here to view recording
Let's celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by visiting the Student Center Rotunda during October 4th - 7th. A display of art influenced by Hispanic artist will be available.
Celebremos el Mes de la Herencia Hispana visitando la Rotonda del Centro de Estudiantes del 4 al 7 de octubre. Estará disponible una muestra de arte influenciado por artistas hispanos.
Please join us as we explore and discuss various titles of "Banned Books" that have sparked controversy and changed the face of literature in American classrooms. MJC Professor Chandra Howard and MJC Librarian Susan Cassidy will lead an interactive virtual session.
Event Date: Tuesday, September 28, 2021
Event Time: 3:30 p.m.- 5:00 p.m.
Click here to view recording
Please join us in this special virtual ceremony as we remember the people who lost their lives on the September 11 attacks of the year 2001.
Event Date: Friday, September 10, 2021
Event Time: 12pm
Join us on our Virtual Club Rush! In place of our traditional in-person event, we have a Zoom event with clubs covering all areas of interest and careers. College isn’t just about academics, it’s also about the fun you have connecting with new friends and our clubs are the place to connect!
Zoom recording for Virtual Club Rush September 2nd: Click here to view
Zoom recording for Virtual Club Rush September 3rd: Click here to view
Spring 2021 Past Events and recordings
Safe Zone 101
Please join us April 15th at 3:00 p.m. as the MJC LGBTQ+ Advocates give an introduction to LGBTQ+ information, share an overview of the LGBTQ+ community, help us understand what is a safe zone, how to be an ally, and understand the difference between gender, sex, and sexuality to enhance the student experience at MJC.
Cesar Chavez and Dolores Huerta Legacy Week
Join us for week-long programming to honor the legacy of Cesar Chavez and Dolores Huerta. We will discuss social and environmental disparities and how the impact of Covid-19 affects essential workers in the fields.
Monday 3/22 at 4:00 p.m. Social and Environmental Disparities in Stanislaus County amongst Latino Communities
Please join us as we learn from the co-founder of VIP about the struggle many Hispanic/Latinx communities faced in Stanislaus county. Topics such as social and environmental injustices during COVID-19.
Presented by: Bianca Lopez, Co-Founder of Valley Improvement Projects (VIP)
Click here to view the recording
Tuesday 3/23 at 4:00 p.m. Essential Workers in the Field
Please join us as we learn more about how farmworkers in this county are struggling during COVID-19 and what we can do to help.
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Wednesday 3/24 from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. T-Shirt Giveaway during FLOW
Thursday 3/25 at 12:00 p.m. Panel Discussion on a Si Se Puede Attitude
Please join us as we listen to a panel discussion on the everyday struggle that many farmworkers face as essential workers. They’ll discuss ways in which higher education combat this and emphasize the notion of being an advocate for farmworker.
Click here to view the recording
Virtual Club Rush
Join us on our Virtual Club Rush! In place of our traditional in-person event, we have a Zoom event with clubs covering all areas of interest and careers. College isn’t just about academics, it’s also about the fun you have connecting with new friends and our clubs are the place to connect!
Click here to view March 18th Club Rush Recording
Click here to view March 19th Club Rush Recording
37th Annual Hispanic Education Conference
37a Conferencia Anual Hispana de Educación de Modesto Junior College
Serving our Latinx and Chicanx Communities please join us to celebrate Hispanic history and culture with a day of keynote speakers, workshops, food, and a wonderful educational experience. Parents are welcomed and encouraged to attend.
Sirviendo a nuestras comunidades Latinx y Chicanx. Celebra la historia y cultura hispana con oradores especiales, talleres, comida y una experiencia educacional maravillosa. Padres de familia son bienvenidos, ¡los animamos a asistir!
Click here to view the Recording of the 37th Hispanic Education Conference
Haga clic aquí para ver la grabación de la 37a Conferencia de Educación Hispana
3rd Annual Women's Empowerment Luncheon
Modesto Junior College’s Women’s Empowerment Luncheon will be presented virtually on Friday, March 5th at 4:00 p.m. Please join us in celebrating and honoring the successes and accomplishments of women in our community. The luncheon features a panel of influential community members and concludes with the Women’s Empowerment Awards.
This year’s panelists include Karlha Davies, Jenilyn Dittman, Adriana Garcia, Menne Hall, and Rachel Hernandez.
Click here to view the recording of the 3rd Annual Women's Empowerment Luncheon
Positive People Series
Please join us on March 4th, at 6:00 p.m., for our next engaging Positive People Guest Speaker, Dr. Amelia Herrera. During the last fourteen years of her teaching career at Davis High School, Dr. Herrera has been privileged to learn from a globally, diverse population of students. These students have shared priceless lessons about violence, war, peace, humanity, and most importantly -- unconditional love.
Dr. Herrera believes that students who are most in need of care, deserve a quality education with the most thoughtful, philosophical, and loving guidance of caring teachers. She has strived to become this role model for students.
Click here to view the recording
African American Education Conference
Join us as we celebrate African American history and culture with an evening of keynote speakers, workshops, food, and a wonderful educational experience. This conference is free to all junior high, high school, and college students. Parents are encouraged to attend.
Click here to view the recording of the African American Education Conference
African American Heritage Week
Don’t miss our COVID-friendly event, as we celebrate African American Culture with an interesting array of presentations.
Monday 2/22 3:00 p.m. Do it for the Culture -We will learn about the traditions, historical facts, and contributions of African American Culture that have influenced America today.
Click here to view the recording
Tuesday 2/23 4:00 p.m. Don't Touch My Hair -We will discuss the significance of a black woman’s hair, learn why it is symbolic of the black struggle, and what it means to our black woman today.
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Wednesday 2/24 11:00 a.m. - T-shirt giveaway (during FLOW) must sign-up
Thursday 2/25 12:00 p.m. Soul Food 101 -Food is always part of the culture. Please join us as we get a quick soul food demonstration from Mr. John Griffin. He will be sharing some of his special recipes.
Click here to view the recording
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Legacy Week
Please join us for virtual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Legacy Week where students will be educated on the life and times of activist Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and taking a closer look at the Civil Rights Movement
Monday 1/25 4:00 p.m.- What is Black Lives Matter? zoom recording: Click here to view
Tuesday 1/26 4:30 p.m. - Know your Civil Rights zoom recording: Click here to view
Wednesday 1/27 11:00 a.m. - T-shirt giveaway (during FLOW) must sign-up
Thursday 1/28 12:00 p.m. - Panel Discussion zoom recording: Click here to view
Financial Literacy Quarantine Edition
Don’t miss this virtual Financial Literacy event which, will consist of a financial expert who will teach students during this global pandemic of COVID-19 on different ways of saving money and other financial tips.
Zoom recording: Click here to view
Positive People Series
Please join us for an inspirational session on how students can persevere in the face of adversity and accomplish their goals. This session is led by one of our very own: Modesto Junior College DSPS/Veterans Counselor and Veterans Service Coordinator, Michael Jackson.
Michael Jackson is a student-centered, servant-leader dedicated to educating and empowering students to achieve their life goals. His commitment to student success and equity is demonstrated through the art and science of counseling. Michael has dedicated his career to providing strength-based and solution-focused counseling services. It is his endeavor to provide support to students who are considered high risk or disproportionately impacted on community college campuses. Despite obstacles he may have faced, Michael earned his bachelor’s degree in Social Science with a concentration in Psychology, Sociology, and Organizational Leadership. He went on to earn his master’s degree in Psychology, with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy and a post-graduate certificate in Higher Education Leadership for Student Success.
Zoom Recoding: Click here to view
You Are What You Eat Quarantine Edition
We will explore our eating habits, as we live through the pandemic and learn how to workout at home to relieve stress from being quarantined. There is no better time to improve our physical well-being and establish healthy eating habits with Demitrius Snaer.
Zoom Recording: Click here to view
Fall 2020 Past Events and Recordings
Positive People Series
Please join us on November 5th at 6 pm to hear Monica's empowering story. Monica was born in Venezuela and now resides in Modesto. Monica is the Marketing and Community Relations Manager for La Perla Tapatia and the Managing Partner at Sam and Dave's Market. Monica is an asset to our community as she sits on the Board as Treasurer for Central Valley Hispanic Foundation and a Board Member for the Hughson Chamber of Commerce. Monica's hard work has been recognized in our community in recent years as the 2017 Central Valley Hispanic Chamber of Commerce Ambassador of the Year and the 2020 Outstanding Women by the Stanislaus County Commission for Women.
Virtual event recording:
Positive People Series
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Remembrance Day September 11, 2020
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Library Awareness Day September 15, 2020
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Pirate's Promotion Day September 17, 2020
Banned Books September 29, 2020
Virtual Event recording: https://cccconfer.zoom.us/rec/share/3lCtu2Y5yIrJgq_9XQBipgBONXe_2XAKBSXePpnemh KuiXld1bBZUZHhmKq7jUkw.hcOq049HT50GhKhr
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