NCC Connect - March 2016

Student Finds Rich Experiences at SMSC

Student Finds Rich Experiences at SMSC

When Deanna Moore, an integrative studies major, first arrived at George Mason University, she never thought she would spend part of her junior year as an intern, studying endangered cats with researchers from the Smithsonian’s Center for Species Survival.

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SAIL Coordinator Researches Inside and Out

SAIL Coordinator Researches Inside and Out

For ten years, Carrie Hutnick has connected college students with meaningful service learning opportunities. Now, as part of her doctoral research, Hutnick is exploring the impact of an unusual learning experience shared between undergraduates and people incarcerated in the U.S. correctional system.

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Notes from Abroad

Notes from Abroad

In fall 2015, integrative studies major Clara Walker was selected as one of two recipients of New Century College’s scholarship. Walker is spending spring semester in Thailand and shared her thoughts about her experience in Thailand.

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Faculty Spotlight: Petersen Explores Technology’s Influence

Faculty Spotlight: Petersen Explores Technology’s Influence

New Century College lecturer and Cultural Studies doctoral student Zac Petersen’s research and teaching shines a spotlight on the intersection of technology, society and culture. These issues impact everyone, but many of us choose to ignore or avoid delving deeper into our relationship with technology.

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Pop-Up Pantry Fills Critical Need

Pop-Up Pantry Fills Critical Need

Mason undergraduates Noah Shoates, an information systems and operations management major, Gary Hooker, a psychology major and Caroline Dugas, an undeclared major, have joined forces to lead Mason’s Pop-Up Pantry.

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NCC Congratulates

NCC Congratulates

New Century College congratulates two students honored at the Black Excellence Gala held at Mason on February 27, 2016.

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