NEWS BRIEFS

Softball

On Sunday (March 3) the Saints softball team will play twice against the Shoreline Community College Dolphins at home, starting at 11 a.m. and about 1 p.m. Due to inclement weather this will be the first game of the season for Mt. Hood.

Intersectionality Panel Discussion

On Monday (March 4) from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the Student Union, a panel of students and staff will discussing how their co-existing identities, or intersectionality, affect them and their experiences in society. The event is open to all; light refreshments will be provided.

Conservation Awareness

On Monday, from 12:30 to 2 p.m. in the Student Union, experts from the City of Gresham will discuss waste and recycling. There will games and other presentations with a chance to win a prize.

Mock Funeral Event

On Tuesday (March 5) from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Town & Gown room (above the Student Union), the Funeral Services Education program will host a Mock Funeral Arrangement event. Those interested in scheduling an appointment during the event (giving FSE students realistic customer experience) can call or text Monica ___ at (360) 980-0216 or email [email protected]. Drop-ins are also welcome. For more information, read our story on Page 6.

OER Week

Various events will take place on-campus and elsewhere to spread awareness of Open Educational Resources (OER). Visit the Student Union 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Wednesday-Thursday (March 5-6) to learn about low-cost and no-cost educational resources for students. For additional webinar faculty events, read the emailed MHCC News and Notes for Feb. 27

Planetarium Show

The Mt. Hood Planetarium will be hosting an event called “What did NASA Find at Pluto and Beyond?” on Tuesday (March 5) and Friday (March 8) with showings at 6 and 7:15 p.m. both nights. Admission for MHCC students with a valid ID and children 17 and under is $2, and $5 for others.

Women’s History Month

In celebration of Women’s History Month, letters, photographs, film and other primary sources showcasing the history of women in the U.S. will be displayed in the Student Union. On Wednesday (March 6) there will be a free showing of the movie “Hidden Figures,” from noon to 2 p.m.

Music Events

The Jazz Ensemble and Symphonic Band Concert will take place at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday (March 6) in the College Theatre. The MHCC voice students will have an open recital the same night, from 7 to 10 p.m., in the Student Union.

Scholarship Workshop

The MHCC Foundation will host a scholarship workshop on Thursday (March 7) from 10 to 11 a.m. in the Room 3333 computer lab. The workshop will provide step-by-step guidance through the MHCC scholarship application process, along with tips to writing application essays. To learn more, go to mhcc.edu/scholarships.

LGBTQ+ OPEN MIC

Performing Arts will host an Open Mic event in the Studio Theatre from 3 to 4:30 p.m. on Friday (March 8). For more information, contact [email protected].

Saints Open Track Meet

MHCC will host the Saints Open track and field meet on Saturday (March 9): Athletes from Mt. Hood,  SWOCC, Multnomah University, Warner Pacific College, and Corban University will compete, along with a number of club and unattached athletes. The meet is free and open to the public; concessions are available. Field events start at 10 a.m. and running events start at 10:45 a.m. For more information go to mhcc.edu/ Home-Meet-Info/

NW Orchestra Festival

The Northwest Orchestra and Chamber Music Festival will run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday (March 9) at various locations on campus. Orchestra and chamber ensembles from across the Pacific Northwest will perform. The festival is free and open to the public.

Basketball Update

On Wednesday night the Saints basketball teams played their last home games of the season against the Clackamas Community College Cougars. The men were defeated 96-86, ending their season in the last game for Coach John Hawley as he steps into retirement. The women were edged out 74-73, but will advance to the NWAC Championship Tournament, which starts on Saturday, March 9, in Everett, Washington.