View From the Edge
As the demand for preventive oral healthcare continues to grow, dental hygienists play a critical role in helping patients maintain lifelong oral health. The Dental Hygiene Program at Middlesex College prepares students for this rewarding profession through a comprehensive education that blends scientific knowledge, clinical expertise, and a commitment to compassionate patient care.
News12 New Jersey
Lindeneau Elementary School in Edison is getting a colorful new look, thanks to volunteers from Middlesex College.
Several Middlesex College students spent an afternoon painting a mural on the side of the school building. The design was created to resemble a stage curtain, fitting the school’s plans for a new outdoor theater space.
The project is helping transform the school grounds into a space where students can gather, perform and enjoy the arts.
Penn GSE Magazine
Community colleges are responding to changing student and labor-market needs with speed and creativity, offering flexible pathways, industry-aligned programs, and affordable access to postsecondary education.
“We’re uniquely situated among higher ed institutions to be nimble partners, to not have to take forever to develop and approve a new degree program or to work with industry on experiential learning,” said Middlesex College President Mark McCormick.
BINJE
Middlesex College and Thomas Edison State University announced a landmark articulation agreement designed to eliminate the “credit loss” that frequently plagues transfer students. The partnership establishes a structured, cost-effective pathway for students to transition from an associate degree to a bachelor’s degree without leaving their community.
Patch | Woodbridge
Laila Diaz, of Woodbridge, and Hassan Ibrahim, of Old Bridge, were selected out of more than 250 applicants for the AI for Impact New Jersey Community College Fellowship, a semester-long learning program provided by the New Jersey State Office of Innovation.
Lab Design News
When Middlesex College set out to build its new Aseptic Simulation Lab, the goal was not to create another flexible teaching laboratory. Instead, the institution aimed to design a space that would replicate the realities of professional biomanufacturing environments—down to personnel flow, equipment constraints, and contamination control—while still functioning within the physical and operational limits of a community college campus.
New Jersey Family
The Compass Program at Middlesex College is offering free educational courses for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities. These programs include computer skills and culinary arts, along with workshops on job readiness and social skills.
Patch | Across New Jersey
Dhruv Sethi earned national recognition with the Terry O’Banion Student Technology Award for his exceptional work in software development. With a perfect 4.0 GPA, Sethi not only excelled academically but also made significant contributions to his college community, serving as president of the Computer Science club and helping it grow into the largest club on campus. Sethi plans to transfer to a top-tier university and pursue a career in technology, inspired by the opportunities and support he received at Middlesex College.
NJ Spotlight News
College presidents warn higher education will be out of reach for some if Governor Murphy’s proposed cuts are implemented. Middlesex College business administration student Leslie Bello Rojas is one of thousands of community college students who benefit from state student financial aid, which helps pay for tuition and other necessary expenses like books and laptops. “I really love the fact that I was able to start here at Middlesex College and get an affordable start rather than jumping straight into a four-year school undecided and be more into financial debt than I am now,” Bello Rojas said.
The Hechinger Report
A new partnership between the state of New Jersey and the education company ReUp brought back more than 8,000 students in the first year. As part of the program, Middlesex College’s Rock ‘n’ ReEnroll events engage with prospective students, encouraging them to get back on track toward a degree.
