MWCC Launching MWCC Village Project
In an effort to support the basic needs of students, Mount Wachusett Community College is launching the MWCC Village Project funded by a Federal Grant in the amount of $874,420. View complete Press Release, CLICK HERE.
The program is designed to provide basic needs resources to students with basic needs insecurity which studies have shown can hinder academic progress. The focus is multifold, focusing on food and hygiene assistance by expanding the MWCC Food Pantry with additional nutritious food and essential supplies, supporting physical and mental health services, providing child care support including free childcare for 2-3 hours, and filling gaps in housing, transportation, and technology services.
The Basic Needs for Postsecondary Students Program, administered by the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Postsecondary Education, provides grants to eligible institutions of higher education to support programs that address students’ basic needs and report on practices that improve student outcomes. “By securing this grant, MWCC joins other institutions in a national effort to support students’ basic needs, enhancing their ability to succeed academically and beyond,” stated Jason Zelesky, Vice President of Student Affairs and Dean of Students.