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MCRPA Digest November 2024

October has been a month full of connection, growth, and a little bit of spookiness! We had a fantastic time participating in ELITE’s First Faculty Fridays and Super Staff Tuesdays. John Amoroso hosted a coffee break for First Faculty Friday, and we’re seeing more faculty—especially part-time—engage with MCRPA and recognize its value. It’s great to see the impact MCRPA has across our College!

Read MCRPA Digest November 2024 Issue

Lunch Bunch: Professional Headshots

Thursday, November 14, 12:00-1:45 p.m., Rockville Campus, Mannakee Building, Room 123

Join members for one of our first Lunch Bunches of the year! Bring your lunch, enjoy some time connecting with other members and if you want, sign up to get a new headshot taken. RSVP new windowin advance to let us know if you'll be attending for just lunch or if you'd like to get a headshot.

Headshots timeslots will be limited and available on a first-come, first-serve basis. Available timeslots will be sent after you RSVP.new window

MCRPA Committee Meetings

Get Involved and Make a Difference with MCRPA!

Joining a committee is one of the best ways to actively participate in the Montgomery College community. As a member, you have the chance to contribute and shape the future of MCRPA. Our committees consist of dedicated members who serve and support the mission of MCRPA. Each committee meets once a month, offering members insights into current initiatives, upcoming events, and important updates.

Interested in attending a committee meeting? Click a join link below at the time of the meeting.

Want to receive a calendar invite? Email the Committee Chair/Vice Chair and they will send a calendar invite.

We look forward to having you join us kick off the new academic year!

Membership, Marketing, and Communication
First Wednesday of the month, 10:00-11:00 p.m., Chair and Vice Chair: John Amoroso and Nghi Nguyen

Professional Development
First Thursday of the month, 2:00-2:45 p.m., Co-Chairs and Vice Chair: Michele Knight & Kimberly Bloch-Rincan and Anna Donohoe

Community Engagement and Events
Second Tuesday of the month, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m., Chair and Vice Chair: Maria Martinez and Nichole Land

Event Highlights

Fall 2024

These are planned events for the Fall semester. We will send out information for additional information.

Coffee & Connections (First Faculty Fridays), October 4, 10:30-11:30 a.m.,
Zoom
What Type of Leader Are You (Super Staff Tuesdays), October 8, 10:00-
11:00 a.m., Zoom
Halloween Fright Day, Tuesday, October 22, 3:00-4:00 p.m., via Zoom
Summer Farms Family Event ($), Saturday, October 26, 5:00-10:30 p.m.
Lunch Bunch (MCRPA Headshot Day), Thursday, November 14, 12:00-1:45
p.m., Rockville Campus
Seasonal Sendoff Potluck, Thursday, December 5, 12:00-2:00 p.m., Rockville
Campus

Spring 2025

These are planned events for the Spring semester. We will send out information for additional information.

Valentine’s Day Origami and Sweets, February, TBA
Staff Enrichment Day, March, TBA
National Poetry Week, April, TBA
Five Weeks of Fun, April-May, TBA
10th Annual MCRPA Retreat (Music, Food, Travel), May, TBA

Newsletters and Reports

MCRPA publishes annual newsletters and reviews to share the work that we do to support our community. If you like what we are doing, come join us and be part of the narrative.

Digest 2024

September 2024 - Sun, Sand, and Memories: MCRPA’s 2024 Mexican Summer, View PDF (PDF, ) or View Magazinenew window
October 2024 - A Royal Affair: Exploring the Maryland Renaissance Festival in Crownsville, View PDF (PDF, ) or View Magazinenew window
November 2024 - Fostering Leadership: The White House Fellows Program, View PDF (PDF, ) or View Magazinenew window