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The Greenfield Community College Office of Student Leadership & Engagement is located in the Core of the Main Building room C216.

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Due to an issue that is affecting many sites around the globe, our website is currently down. Please stay tuned! We will update you here with any new information, including when it is restored.

Sam Walsh, Environmental Conservation major and Geology Museum intern: "Getting to try something new and work with such beautiful minerals has been such a fun experience. I`ve learned a ton—everything from how minerals form and what makes them unique, to where different specimens come from. Plus, organizing collections and creating displays has given me hands-on experience in museum work. I loved being able to revamp the displays and really highlight the beauty of the minerals."
See full story: https://gccfor.me/geology-internship

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Sam Walsh, Environmental Conservation major and Geology Museum intern: "Getting to try something new and work with such beautiful minerals has been such a fun experience. I've learned a ton—everything from how minerals form and what makes them unique, to where different specimens come from. Plus, organizing collections and creating displays has given me hands-on experience in museum work. I loved being able to revamp the displays and really highlight the beauty of the minerals."
See full story: https://gccfor.me/geology-internship

We were SO happy to see the turnout for the Franklin County Pride Parade despite the rain - thank you to everyone who joined us! The joyful energy and sense of community were not dampened by the weather!

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We were SO happy to see the turnout for the Franklin County Pride Parade despite the rain - thank you to everyone who joined us! The joyful energy and sense of community were not dampened by the weather!

Our students` stories inspire us everyday, so here`s a spotlight on Mike Hannigan, Student Senate President and former GCC Student Trustee, who recently shared his transformative journey from a place of personal struggle to becoming a dedicated community leader.

Less than two years ago, Mike Hannigan moved to Greenfield at what he described as a "low point" in life. He signed up for a volunteer shift at Stone Soup Café while enrolling in three classes at GCC through the MassReconnect program.

“What I was missing was a connection to community and the opportunity to be involved in something bigger than myself,” he says. “Stone Soup Café and Greenfield Community College provided that for me. They changed my life.”

Since then, Mike has embraced a passion for food justice and service. An internship at Stone Soup Café introduced him to the principles of permaculture and the impact of community service. He became involved with gleaning produce for local distribution with Rachel’s Table, and now leads GCC’s Permaculture Club, expanding access to fresh food for students on campus.

Mike’s story is a reminder of how connection, purpose, and community can change everything.

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Our students' stories inspire us everyday, so here's a spotlight on Mike Hannigan, Student Senate President and former GCC Student Trustee, who recently shared his transformative journey from a place of personal struggle to becoming a dedicated community leader.

Less than two years ago, Mike Hannigan moved to Greenfield at what he described as a "low point" in life. He signed up for a volunteer shift at Stone Soup Café while enrolling in three classes at GCC through the MassReconnect program.

“What I was missing was a connection to community and the opportunity to be involved in something bigger than myself,” he says. “Stone Soup Café and Greenfield Community College provided that for me. They changed my life.”

Since then, Mike has embraced a passion for food justice and service. An internship at Stone Soup Café introduced him to the principles of permaculture and the impact of community service. He became involved with gleaning produce for local distribution with Rachel’s Table, and now leads GCC’s Permaculture Club, expanding access to fresh food for students on campus.

Mike’s story is a reminder of how connection, purpose, and community can change everything.

Celebrate Pride Month with GCC! We’ll be walking in the Franklin County Pride Parade on Saturday, June 7, and we’d love to see you there. Sign up to walk with us using the link in our bio!

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Celebrate Pride Month with GCC! We’ll be walking in the Franklin County Pride Parade on Saturday, June 7, and we’d love to see you there. Sign up to walk with us using the link in our bio!

Congratulations to our incredible GCC student, Mary Brouder, on completing a transformative 12-week internship at Sisson Accounting Services! Mary`s dedication and hard work have paid off—gaining hands-on experience with QuickBooks, Excel and tax software like Lacerte, while building confidence in client interactions. Starting with just one accounting course, she`s grown into a skilled professional, applying key concepts like depreciation and payroll taxes in real-world settings.

Her passion for accounting, especially tax prep, is stronger than ever, and she`s now planning to pursue a master’s degree at UMass Amherst to reach her long-term goals.

She thanks Professor Jeffrey Galbraith and Internship Coordinator David Brown for guiding her towards a bright future as a CPA! We couldn’t be prouder of your accomplishments, Mary! See the full story using the link in our bio.

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Congratulations to our incredible GCC student, Mary Brouder, on completing a transformative 12-week internship at Sisson Accounting Services! Mary's dedication and hard work have paid off—gaining hands-on experience with QuickBooks, Excel and tax software like Lacerte, while building confidence in client interactions. Starting with just one accounting course, she's grown into a skilled professional, applying key concepts like depreciation and payroll taxes in real-world settings.

Her passion for accounting, especially tax prep, is stronger than ever, and she's now planning to pursue a master’s degree at UMass Amherst to reach her long-term goals.

She thanks Professor Jeffrey Galbraith and Internship Coordinator David Brown for guiding her towards a bright future as a CPA! We couldn’t be prouder of your accomplishments, Mary! See the full story using the link in our bio.

Alumni, we’re excited to invite you and a guest to join your fellow alums for a meet and greet at the brewery at stunning Four Star Farms on June 5 at 5 p.m. Plus, we’ll be celebrating the graduating class of 2025 as they become our newest alumni, so come be a part of the celebration! A cash bar will be open for your convenience and snacks will be provided. Please RSVP using the link in our bio.

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Alumni, we’re excited to invite you and a guest to join your fellow alums for a meet and greet at the brewery at stunning Four Star Farms on June 5 at 5 p.m. Plus, we’ll be celebrating the graduating class of 2025 as they become our newest alumni, so come be a part of the celebration! A cash bar will be open for your convenience and snacks will be provided. Please RSVP using the link in our bio.

Stop by our Registration Rally—in person or online—to register for fall classes this Thursday! New and current students welcome. Sign up using the link in our bio for a reminder or for access to the Zoom link! The earlier you sign up for classes, the more likely you are to get the ones you need so don`t miss out on the opportunity to get your top picks!

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Stop by our Registration Rally—in person or online—to register for fall classes this Thursday! New and current students welcome. Sign up using the link in our bio for a reminder or for access to the Zoom link! The earlier you sign up for classes, the more likely you are to get the ones you need so don't miss out on the opportunity to get your top picks!

Thank you to everyone who braved the threatening weather to cheer on our graduates on Saturday! Here`s a sneak peak at some of memories made. Congrats again to our fantastic grads!

Photos by Caro Meliones and Kelly Fletcher Photography

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Thank you to everyone who braved the threatening weather to cheer on our graduates on Saturday! Here's a sneak peak at some of memories made. Congrats again to our fantastic grads!

Photos by Caro Meliones and Kelly Fletcher Photography

Due to impending severe weather, GCC’s Commencement on Saturday, May 17 will now begin at 9 a.m. on the East Lawn under the tent. Nursing pinning and Medical Assistant pinning will be at 11 a.m. (Nursing in the Dining Commons, Medical Assistant in East 124). We`re still looking forward to celebrating our grads, and a little wet weather isn`t going to stop us!

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Due to impending severe weather, GCC’s Commencement on Saturday, May 17 will now begin at 9 a.m. on the East Lawn under the tent. Nursing pinning and Medical Assistant pinning will be at 11 a.m. (Nursing in the Dining Commons, Medical Assistant in East 124). We're still looking forward to celebrating our grads, and a little wet weather isn't going to stop us!

Celebrated our student leaders and award winners today. So proud of these inspiring students and grateful for their contributions to the classroom and the community.

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Celebrated our student leaders and award winners today. So proud of these inspiring students and grateful for their contributions to the classroom and the community.

Spotted on the East Lawn: the final sign that commencement is near! You`ve all finished up your classes, now there`s just one more step to take. 🎓

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Spotted on the East Lawn: the final sign that commencement is near! You've all finished up your classes, now there's just one more step to take. 🎓

Have you heard the news? The Spring 2025 edition of the GCC student-run literary journal Plum is available! If you didn`t get the chance to pick up a copy on campus, don`t worry we`ve got the digital version right here! Check out the link in our bio.

Plum`s mission is to provide a platform that nurtures the creative potential of students, celebrates the writing and art alive in our region and creates an engaging exchange that enriches the whole community. They publish writing and artwork from students, staff, faculty, alums and creatives from the surrounding region!

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Have you heard the news? The Spring 2025 edition of the GCC student-run literary journal Plum is available! If you didn't get the chance to pick up a copy on campus, don't worry we've got the digital version right here! Check out the link in our bio.

Plum's mission is to provide a platform that nurtures the creative potential of students, celebrates the writing and art alive in our region and creates an engaging exchange that enriches the whole community. They publish writing and artwork from students, staff, faculty, alums and creatives from the surrounding region!

Three more days til Commencement!! 💚🎓🎉

Participants can pick up their regalia this week in C216 (like these LPN candidates did today), or on Friday at rehearsal (5pm in the dining commons).

We also have a cap decorating station set up through Friday.

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Three more days til Commencement!! 💚🎓🎉

Participants can pick up their regalia this week in C216 (like these LPN candidates did today), or on Friday at rehearsal (5pm in the dining commons).

We also have a cap decorating station set up through Friday.

Closing out Nurses Week we have Rebecca Wolf, an instructor in our Practical Nursing program who told us why this career path and program at GCC are so important:

"For me, choosing a career in nursing was about making a difference every single day. It`s an honor to be trusted with people’s lives, their hopes and their fears. Every time I step into a patient`s room I have the opportunity to bring not just knowledge and skill but also compassion, dignity and hope. Being a nurse means living a life of service, leadership and lifelong learning.

Reflecting on my experience at Greenfield Community College, I can say it was rigorous, and that’s how I knew I was getting a great education and being thoroughly prepared for the real world of nursing.

For years, GCC has held a reputation for creating amazing nurses for our community. Every time someone asks where I went to nursing school and I say "GCC" I can see that it means something to them. I am proud to be an alum and now I get to pass on my own knowledge to students in the very same classrooms I was in.

Personally, being a nurse has shaped every part of who I am. It has taught me resilience, empathy, and the power of human connection. Now, as a nursing professor, my role is to pass those lessons forward — to inspire the next generation to not only be clinically excellent but also to be kind, courageous, and ethically grounded.

Watching students grow into compassionate, competent nurses reminds me daily why I chose this path — and why I would choose it all over again."

Thank you again to all our nurses, nursing teachers, and soon-to-be nurses!

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Closing out Nurses Week we have Rebecca Wolf, an instructor in our Practical Nursing program who told us why this career path and program at GCC are so important:

"For me, choosing a career in nursing was about making a difference every single day. It's an honor to be trusted with people’s lives, their hopes and their fears. Every time I step into a patient's room I have the opportunity to bring not just knowledge and skill but also compassion, dignity and hope. Being a nurse means living a life of service, leadership and lifelong learning.

Reflecting on my experience at Greenfield Community College, I can say it was rigorous, and that’s how I knew I was getting a great education and being thoroughly prepared for the real world of nursing.

For years, GCC has held a reputation for creating amazing nurses for our community. Every time someone asks where I went to nursing school and I say "GCC" I can see that it means something to them. I am proud to be an alum and now I get to pass on my own knowledge to students in the very same classrooms I was in.

Personally, being a nurse has shaped every part of who I am. It has taught me resilience, empathy, and the power of human connection. Now, as a nursing professor, my role is to pass those lessons forward — to inspire the next generation to not only be clinically excellent but also to be kind, courageous, and ethically grounded.

Watching students grow into compassionate, competent nurses reminds me daily why I chose this path — and why I would choose it all over again."

Thank you again to all our nurses, nursing teachers, and soon-to-be nurses!

You can support GCC students by purchasing a reusable back at Stop & Shop in Greenfield for the whole month of May!

The GCC Corner Market Food Pantry will receive a $1 donation for every $2.50 reusable Stop & Shop Community Bag sold during the whole month, so while you`re doing your shopping you can help fight hunger on our campus as well.

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You can support GCC students by purchasing a reusable back at Stop & Shop in Greenfield for the whole month of May!

The GCC Corner Market Food Pantry will receive a $1 donation for every $2.50 reusable Stop & Shop Community Bag sold during the whole month, so while you're doing your shopping you can help fight hunger on our campus as well.

GCC Commencement is just 8 days away!! We`re looking forward to hearing from both of our Student Commencement speakers, Jessica Lenihan and Ollie Perrault. Both have inspiring speeches prepared to share with fellow graduates, families, friends, and GCC community members.

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GCC Commencement is just 8 days away!! We're looking forward to hearing from both of our Student Commencement speakers, Jessica Lenihan and Ollie Perrault. Both have inspiring speeches prepared to share with fellow graduates, families, friends, and GCC community members.

In celebration of Nurses Week, we asked GCC Alum Jenni Lanoue, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, Chief Nursing Officer and Director of Patient Care Services at Baystate Franklin Medical Center to share her thoughts with us:
"As we approach Nurses Week, I have reflected on my nursing career and am reminded that the nursing program at GCC provided me with the foundation for success. I will always recommend GCC to anyone seeking advice on the best nursing school. I am proud to be a GCC alumnus and now have the privilege of serving as a member of the college’s board of trustees."

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In celebration of Nurses Week, we asked GCC Alum Jenni Lanoue, MSN, RN, NEA-BC, Chief Nursing Officer and Director of Patient Care Services at Baystate Franklin Medical Center to share her thoughts with us:
"As we approach Nurses Week, I have reflected on my nursing career and am reminded that the nursing program at GCC provided me with the foundation for success. I will always recommend GCC to anyone seeking advice on the best nursing school. I am proud to be a GCC alumnus and now have the privilege of serving as a member of the college’s board of trustees."

The High School Equivalency graduation is next Thursday at 5 p.m., a ceremony and reception for anyone who earned their high school equivalency credential. If you can`t make it, watch the livestream using the link in our bio.

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The High School Equivalency graduation is next Thursday at 5 p.m., a ceremony and reception for anyone who earned their high school equivalency credential. If you can't make it, watch the livestream using the link in our bio.

Our Associate Degree Nursing students will be celebrating their accomplishments at their Pinning Ceremony on May 17, 9-10 a.m.! We`re so excited to honor their hard work, and we hope you`ll help us do that! If you can`t make it, don`t worry! We`ve got a livestream link ready for you to tune in and show your support from afar. Find the link in our bio.

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Our Associate Degree Nursing students will be celebrating their accomplishments at their Pinning Ceremony on May 17, 9-10 a.m.! We're so excited to honor their hard work, and we hope you'll help us do that! If you can't make it, don't worry! We've got a livestream link ready for you to tune in and show your support from afar. Find the link in our bio.

We had SUCH a great time walking in the Hampshire Pride Parade last weekend, thank you for everyone who came out to join us! If you missed out on the fun don`t worry! You can sign up to walk with us in the Franklin County Pride Parade on June 7 right here in Greenfield! RSVP here using the link in our bio.

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We had SUCH a great time walking in the Hampshire Pride Parade last weekend, thank you for everyone who came out to join us! If you missed out on the fun don't worry! You can sign up to walk with us in the Franklin County Pride Parade on June 7 right here in Greenfield! RSVP here using the link in our bio.

As the semester draws to a close, the countdown to commencement begins! Celebrate our graduates on May 17 with us on the East Lawn here at GCC, or watch the livestream online using the link in our bio. We hope you can join us in wishing our grads well as they continue on in their journeys!

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As the semester draws to a close, the countdown to commencement begins! Celebrate our graduates on May 17 with us on the East Lawn here at GCC, or watch the livestream online using the link in our bio. We hope you can join us in wishing our grads well as they continue on in their journeys!

Happy National Nurses Week! GCC alum Rachel M. Porter, BSN, RN, says, "As a graduate of the GCC ADN Program, Class of 2013, I would, and have, recommend the nursing program to anyone interested in becoming a nurse. The education I received at GCC prepared me to work as a nurse. After 10 years as a floor nurse, I now teach at GCC in the Practical Nursing Program. I wanted to be part of the amazing nursing staff of GCC." Thank you to all the nurses out working in this incredibly important field, and to all our nursing students preparing to enter it!

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Happy National Nurses Week! GCC alum Rachel M. Porter, BSN, RN, says, "As a graduate of the GCC ADN Program, Class of 2013, I would, and have, recommend the nursing program to anyone interested in becoming a nurse. The education I received at GCC prepared me to work as a nurse. After 10 years as a floor nurse, I now teach at GCC in the Practical Nursing Program. I wanted to be part of the amazing nursing staff of GCC." Thank you to all the nurses out working in this incredibly important field, and to all our nursing students preparing to enter it!

Join us for our GCC Student Symposium on May 12, from 3-5 p.m. in the Library Solarium! The Student Symposium celebrates outstanding achievements in research, professional development and creative expression. Participants present a wide variety of projects from across disciplines, including research posters, digital podcasts and studio art displays. This event is open to the campus community and the wider public. Come support our student presenters!

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Join us for our GCC Student Symposium on May 12, from 3-5 p.m. in the Library Solarium! The Student Symposium celebrates outstanding achievements in research, professional development and creative expression. Participants present a wide variety of projects from across disciplines, including research posters, digital podcasts and studio art displays. This event is open to the campus community and the wider public. Come support our student presenters!

Spring Week at GCC was a vibrant success—made even better by the gorgeous weather! The week kicked off with a sustainable twist as students learned how to mend clothes instead of tossing them, thanks to Swanson’s Fabrics Stash House. Tuesday brought a hands-on Garden Clean Up in the Outdoor Learning Lab to prep for planting season. On Wednesday, students enjoyed Field Day with games, a food truck and a Labyrinth Clean Up to help restore this peaceful campus space. Thursday wrapped things up with Bike Day in celebration of Bay State Bike Month, featuring helpful info and bike maintenance tips from FRCOG and MassBike, plus live music from the GCC Beatles and Radiohead Ensemble. Big thanks to everyone who joined the fun and helped make Spring Week so special!

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Spring Week at GCC was a vibrant success—made even better by the gorgeous weather! The week kicked off with a sustainable twist as students learned how to mend clothes instead of tossing them, thanks to Swanson’s Fabrics Stash House. Tuesday brought a hands-on Garden Clean Up in the Outdoor Learning Lab to prep for planting season. On Wednesday, students enjoyed Field Day with games, a food truck and a Labyrinth Clean Up to help restore this peaceful campus space. Thursday wrapped things up with Bike Day in celebration of Bay State Bike Month, featuring helpful info and bike maintenance tips from FRCOG and MassBike, plus live music from the GCC Beatles and Radiohead Ensemble. Big thanks to everyone who joined the fun and helped make Spring Week so special!

GCC BEATLES AND RADIOHEAD ENSEMBLE

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GCC BEATLES AND RADIOHEAD ENSEMBLE

We closed out Spring Week enjoying the sounds of the GCC Beatles and Radiohead Ensemble on the patio.

We also kicked off Bay State Bike Month with @massbike, FRCOG, and @bicycleworldinc providing info about bike safety, maintenance, and local bike routes.

Current students- if you weren`t able to make it to the event, check your email to learn how you can enter the free bike raffle!

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We closed out Spring Week enjoying the sounds of the GCC Beatles and Radiohead Ensemble on the patio.

We also kicked off Bay State Bike Month with @massbike, FRCOG, and @bicycleworldinc providing info about bike safety, maintenance, and local bike routes.

Current students- if you weren't able to make it to the event, check your email to learn how you can enter the free bike raffle!

Highlights from today`s spring week festivities! Peer Mentors hosted field day games, the Student Activities Council hosted a tie-dye station, the Permaculture club hosted a labyrinth clean-up, and we all enjoyed delicious food from @gingerlovecafe !

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Highlights from today's spring week festivities! Peer Mentors hosted field day games, the Student Activities Council hosted a tie-dye station, the Permaculture club hosted a labyrinth clean-up, and we all enjoyed delicious food from @gingerlovecafe !

A few pics from today`s garden clean-up! Lots of weeding, mulching, and planting of annuals. Thanks to the work of GCC students, faculty, and staff, the Outdoor Learning Lab is ready for the growing season! 💚

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A few pics from today's garden clean-up! Lots of weeding, mulching, and planting of annuals. Thanks to the work of GCC students, faculty, and staff, the Outdoor Learning Lab is ready for the growing season! 💚

We kicked off Spring Week with an awesome mending workshop lead by Swanson`s Stash House! GCC students and staff brought new life to old jeans, sweatpants, sweaters, and even a raccoon cap!

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We kicked off Spring Week with an awesome mending workshop lead by Swanson's Stash House! GCC students and staff brought new life to old jeans, sweatpants, sweaters, and even a raccoon cap!

It`s Spring Week at GCC! Join us to celebrate spring! environmental sustainability! and community! 🐝🌱

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It's Spring Week at GCC! Join us to celebrate spring! environmental sustainability! and community! 🐝🌱

Our seed library has been rebranded as Hope’s Seed Library in honor of longtime librarian Hope Schneider, celebrating 10 years of community engagement and sustainability.

We`re featuring a new logo and expanded offerings, including seeds collected from GCC gardens. While you’re not required to return seeds, we encourage you to bring back seeds from your own plants to help the library thrive!

Recently, we kicked off the season with a vibrant plant swap, bringing together students and community members to exchange plants and share gardening tips.

Join us in cultivating a sustainable future! For more info and to stay updated on upcoming workshops and events, visit our website using the link in our bio.

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