News Index

Two Receive Outstanding Staff Awards

HCC recognized two outstanding staff members during a special gathering on Wednesday, May 16. Eileen Dwyer, HCC librarian, was the recipient of the 2012 Outstanding Classified Staff award, and Irma Medina, senior coordinator for the Pathways Program, received the 2012 Outstanding Professional Staff award.

Sustainability professor earns faculty honor

Kate Maiolatesi, a 29-year teacher at HCC, received the 2012 Elaine Marieb Faculty Chair for Teaching Excellence.

Graduate newest police recruit

Josue Cruz, '11, started working for the campus police as a cadet through the HCC Co-op program and then as a volunteer before being hired full time.

President receives Difference Maker award

The annual awards honor people who have demonstrated a significant and long-term commitment toward improving communities and the lives of people in Western Massachusetts.

New Forum Cafe dedicated

The cafe features Java City coffee made from freshly ground beans and has nearly two dozen hot and cold beverage options on its menu.

Teacher shares thoughts on women's history

Prof. Diane Beers visited the Marieb Center March 7 to help celebrate Women's History Month and International Women's Day.

HCC Celebrates Employees Years of Service

Each year, HCC honors long-time faculty and staff in an annual Years of Service reception.

Culinary students serve it up

The 19 students in the class take turns each week working different staff positions, as if they were working in a real restaurant.

HCC professor writes commissioned choral work

Jay Ducharme's 'Psalm' will be performed by the Greater Westfield Choral Association Sunday, March 11, at the First Congregational Church of Westfield.

New coffee kiosk offers fresh options

The kiosk features the same Java City coffee found at the POD by the student lounge and in the cafeteria, as well as a selection of baked goods, bottled water and juices.