Simel Noori and Nina Salamatova participated in the semester-long program in partnership with the New Jersey State Office of Innovation, gaining work-based experience in artificial intelligence.
The generous donation—the largest in the Foundation’s history—marks the second historic, seven-figure donation received by the College in just a matter of months
The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching designated the College as an exemplary institution in community partnerships.
The program was honored for its innovative efforts and hands-on approach at Preservation New Jersey’s 2025 Historic Preservation Awards.
The experiential lunch gave students the opportunity to simulate the imbalance of food distribution and think critically about hunger inequality.
More than 170 donors gave over $36k during the annual fundraising event.
The awareness event aims to promote equity, respect, and opportunities for people with disabilities.
The event gave students the opportunity to present the research they have conducted this semester in their honors courses.
The Foundation’s annual Celebration of Philanthropy and Scholarship honored 360 students for the 2024-25 academic year.
The event showcased the rich diversity and exploration of the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics fields.
Made possible by Johnson & Johnson, the facility mirrors a professional lab setting to prepare learners for real-world practice in the growing fields of cell and gene therapy biomanufacturing.
Inge Auerbacher, accomplished author and chemist, visited Middlesex College to recount her story of survival during the Holocaust.
Through the Human Rights and Social Justice Program, students gain a better understanding of the world around them via communication, critical thinking, and civic engagement skills.
The new credentialing program connects students to hands-on training and pathways in New Jersey’s expanding entertainment sector.
The event welcomed members of the community to our beautiful Edison campus to celebrate the season of cooler air, colorful foliage, and apple cider with fun for the whole family.
The second Annual Get Lit(-erature) Conference, held during Banned Books Week, celebrated relevance, power, and impact of literary arts.
The event connected students to information on voter registration, history, and barriers ahead of the upcoming New Jersey election on November 4.
The Middlesex College students and Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society members were selected based on leadership potential and will each receive a $1,000 scholarship.
Ivonne-Marie Ramos shares her transformative experience as a selected attendant at the Susan N. Wilson NEW Leadership New Jersey summer institute.
The new micro-credential is offered online and provides those interested in public history and archival studies a direct connection from their academic skills to the workforce.
The honor society chapter was featured in the international organization’s Change Makers publication for their work in promoting student retention and increasing graduation rates.
The event, made possible through a grant from EngageNJ, connected community partners and nonprofits to students, creating long-term bonds that encourage volunteerism.
Middlesex College English Department Chair Mathew Spano discusses his third publication, a book of haiku reflecting on his various phases of life.
The Nayan and Bindu Dalal Center for the Arts will bring quality, accessible expressions of art to all in the Middlesex County community.
The award, which recognizes community leadership, is the highest honor given by Middlesex College.
The new brand identity and logos emphasize the Foundation’s commitment to students, alumni, and the greater Middlesex County community.
The funding will be used to upgrade equipment, tools, and professional training as the program shifts to a digital-centric focus.
Stephen will provide leadership in the planning, organization, direction, and implementation of a comprehensive human resources program.
Shirley Russak Wachtel is a Middlesex College English professor and accomplished author who uses writing to reflect on her experiences as the daughter of two Holocaust survivors.
Angela Cruz ’86 serves as Global Campaign Enablement Lead for Sales Excellence at Accenture. As Alumna of the Year, Cruz will speak at the college’s 58th Commencement.
Melissa Ruiz has been elected to serve as the Class of 2025 student representative to the Middlesex College Board of Trustees for academic year 2025-2026.
Professor Nadine Thompson of Metuchen was recently named the 2025 Mary Jane Kellogg Dutton Faculty Mentorship Award recipient by the New Jersey Dental Hygienists’ Association.
John Oranchak has not let downtime stop his positive outlook and support for his teammates as he cheers them on from the sidelines.
The James J. Mikusi, Jr. Lobby honors the Middlesex College ’00 engineering science alum and successful IT entrepreneur who passed away in 2014
Alumni and Navy veteran Ricardo Nazaire discusses how the College helped him succeed in life post-military.
The newest class of honorees includes a national championship wrestler; soccer, tennis, softball, and basketball standouts; plus a legendary baseball coach and softball team.
One of the largest nursing classes in 17 years celebrates their achievement before starting their professional careers.
The College awarded degrees and certificates to 1,583 students who comprise the Class of 2025.
Sethi, of Edison, will earn his associate degree in computer science at the College’s 58th commencement ceremony on May 13, at Jersey Mike’s Arena.
Badaway, of North Brunswick, will earn her associate degree in business administration and speak at the College’s 58th commencement ceremony on Tuesday, May 13, at the Jersey Mike’s Arena.
“Diamonds and Dice” fundraising event held on May 2 celebrated 60 Years of Middlesex College while increasing support for scholarships and programs.
The student-run Middlesex College newspaper took home over a dozen awards at this year’s New Jersey Press Association College Newspaper Awards.
Ananya Roy of Middlesex College, along with teammates Benjamin Kellum and Xena Khan, created an app to help improve local animal control efforts that won second prize at the Kean University event in March.
Michael Bornstein and his daughter, Debbie Bornstein Holinstat, returned to Middlesex College to recount his story of survival.
Professors Dhruv Chunawala and Nancy Merrill were recently recognized for their excellence in teaching by the Middlesex College Center for the Enrichment of Learning and Teaching.
Middlesex College hosted a CELebration, highlighting the goals and accomplishments of students enrolled in Community-Engaged Learning courses.
Alexandra Badaway ’25 of North Brunswick has been selected as a semifinalist for the Jack Kent Cooke College Scholarship.
Four alumni reflect on how Middlesex College set them up for success on the road to Columbia University.
The American Sign Language (ASL) Club hosts monthly Deaf Coffee Chat gatherings to foster inclusivity and promote ASL learning in a welcoming, interactive space for all.
José Laureano has been honored with the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators 2025 Mena Valdez Community College Award.
Radeyah Joe returned to Middlesex College to earn her degree and now balances education and community service on the path to helping others.
The Career Readiness and Planning Center is a hub for students interested in discovering a fulfilling career path and how to take the next steps on the journey.
Middlesex College Bonner Scholars, who participate in community service as part of the program, got their hands dirty while learning at Tamerlaine Sanctuary & Preserve over spring break.
The Compass Program is for students ages 18-24 and is enrolling for courses that begin March 25.
The state-of-the-art lab mirrors a professional clinical setting to provide critical feedback and prepare students for real-world practice in health care.
Dhruv Sethi is the Student Developer Champion in the 2024-2025 Terry O’Banion Student Technology Awards, presented by The League for Innovation in the Community College.
This partnership expands Middlesex College’s resources for job seekers with content powered by Indeed.
Funds from the New Jersey Office of the Secretary of Higher Education will enable the College’s Community Resource Hub & Food Pantry to continue serving student needs.
The Give Kids A Smile event provides underserved children with free oral health care including education, screenings, and preventive and restorative treatments.
As part of its annual celebration, Middlesex College honored Smith, a long-time employee and cancer survivor, before Thursday night’s basketball doubleheader.
The College is recognized for outstanding efforts to increase nonpartisan student voter participation in the 2024 election.
The College joins Raritan Valley Community College and Mercer County Community College to provide training and certification programs in biomanufacturing, biotechnology, and biopharmaceuticals.
A new multipurpose community venue and Student Center are major milestones in the development of Middlesex County’s Community, Innovation, and Opportunity Strategic Investment Plan.
Miller will focus on supporting strategic innovation to help students achieve their academic goals.
The Middlesex College Foundation reception celebrates the impact of community support on students.
Middlesex College’s Health Career Scholars Program provides hands-on experience for high school students at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital.
McCormick has facilitated a partnership with Middlesex County to turn the College’s campus into a multifaceted destination for education, recreation, and community engagement.
Award from the Middlesex County Office of Human Services, Division of Children’s Services, supports program for at-risk high school students.
The First-Generation College Celebration offers professional workshops and networking opportunities, as well as recognition of first-generation student success.
Middlesex College students who complete their associate degrees will be able to continue their undergraduate education in pursuit of bachelor’s degrees in nearly all of Rutgers-New Brunswick programs, with joint counseling and advising from both institutions.
The upgraded meeting space honors Middlesex College’s longest-serving Trustee and Board Chair who dedicated her career to public service and advocacy for education.
As we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the founding of Middlesex College, members of the alumni community are sharing memories of their Middlesex College experience.
As we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the founding of Middlesex College, members of the alumni community are sharing memories of their Middlesex College experience.
As we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the founding of Middlesex College, members of the alumni community are sharing memories of their Middlesex College experience.
As we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the founding of Middlesex College, members of the alumni community are sharing memories of their Middlesex College experience.
As we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the founding of Middlesex College, members of the alumni community are sharing memories of their Middlesex College experience.
The College is recognized for its commitment to improving experiences and advancing outcomes for first-generation college students.
The start of the 2024–25 academic term marks the 60th anniversary of the founding of Middlesex College, and the College is dedicating the year to a celebration of its history, accomplishments, and future plans.
Alexandra Badaway from Middlesex College is one of 210 Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Honor Society members named a 2024 Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholar and will receive a $1,000 scholarship.
Yolanda Ciccone, the first woman to serve as Middlesex County Prosecutor, has been named the 2024 Paige D. L’Hommedieu Award recipient by Middlesex College.
Formerly the Director of Lifelong Learning, Natasha James-Waldon will now oversee the creation and administration of Middlesex College’s noncredit programs that range from workforce and corporate training to youth camps and personal enrichment programs.
Bhavishya Chittala has been elected to serve as the Class of 2024 student representative to the Middlesex College Board of Trustees for academic year 2024-2025.
Summer Ramirez is showcasing her pitching talents overseas by taking the mound on Italian soil.
The College’s commitment to increase student participation in the democratic process earned high marks from ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge.
Middlesex College awarded degrees and certificates to 1,492 students who comprise the Class of 2024.
Nima Sedghi of Piscataway was awarded the Jack Kent Cooke Undergraduate Transfer Scholarship.
After overcoming serious health complications, the history major is back on track and will be pursuing a bachelor’s at Rutgers University.
April is Community College Month. To celebrate, each week we are recognizing an outstanding member of the Middlesex College community throughout the month of April.
Middlesex College students can apply for a newly-created scholarship program provided by the ReClam the Bay environmental organization which involves an environment project connected to the organization’s purpose. The scholarship studies committee is co-chaired by Middlesex College Professor Claire Condie.
Claudio Mir ’96 serves as senior program coordinator for the Collaborative Center for Community Engagement, Office of Diversity and Inclusion at Rutgers University. As Alumnus of the Year, Mir will speak at the College’s 57th Commencement.
April is Community College Month. To celebrate, each week we are recognizing an outstanding member of the Middlesex College community throughout the month of April.
The 39-year-old Perth Amboy resident and member of the Middlesex College Class of 2024 will continue her studies at Columbia University in New York City with the goal of becoming a neuropsychologist.
April is Community College Month. To celebrate, each week we are recognizing an outstanding member of the Middlesex College community throughout the month of April.
April is Community College Month. To celebrate, each week we are recognizing an outstanding member of the Middlesex College community throughout the month of April.
Class of 2024 students Safia Ansari, Adriana Fung, Idaliz Herrera, Theodore Kozak, Crystal Paulino, and Nima Sedghi have been selected as semifinalists for the Jack Kent Cooke College Scholarship.
During her sabbatical, Professor of Natural Sciences Claire Condie found inspiration deep in data and deep in the water.
All 46 of the nursing students from Middlesex College who took their licensing exam passed on their first try, giving Middlesex College a 100% pass rate for 2023. This far exceeds the national average of 88.56 percent pass rate for first-time, United-States-educated test takers for all programs.
The Middlesex College Dental Hygiene Program held its annual event, Give Kids a Smile, which provides free dental services including restorative procedures, extractions, and preventive care, to children aged 2 1/2 to 14.
The four-person winning team of Kyrollos Girgis, Christopher Hausheer, and Dhruv Sethi, all from Middlesex College, and Shahnawaz Haque from the New Jersey Institute for Technology, created an inflatable cylindrical-shaped robot, the “Expand-a-Conda,” that won first prize for “Best Overall Hack” and “Best AI Application Built with Cloudflare” at a 24-hour hackathon hosted at The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) in February.
Middlesex College is one of just four community colleges selected by the New Jersey Council for the Humanities (NJCH) and Journalism + Design at The New School (J+D) to co-develop and launch certificate programs in community journalism across the state.
Joanie Coffaro has been named Vice President for External Affairs, Communication, and Advancement for Middlesex College.
Middlesex College has welcomed two new members to its Board of Trustees: Iris Delgado and Shivi Madhukar. Both were named to the Board by the Middlesex County Board of County Commissioners on February 1, 2024.
Middlesex College and the Middlesex County Division of History and Historic Preservation launched a pilot program in fall 2023 to take advantage of the County’s own unique sites in providing students a glimpse into County life, culture, and ideas during the 1700s.
The Middlesex College pre-college program taught Adriel Fernandez of Perth Amboy that the sky’s the limit to what he can do.
Middlesex College’s Dental Hygiene Program has been awarded the 2023 Teledentistry Innovation Award, recognized for its integration of teledentistry into its curriculum and services.
Entering Tuesday’s doubleheader against the County College of Morris, the Colts men’s team is carrying a record of 8-1 for coach Winston Smith, while the Colts women’s team is 7-2 for coach Michel Powell.
The Middlesex College Foundation held its Annual Celebration of Philanthropy and Scholarship reception on the College’s Edison campus Thursday, November 16, to honor scholarship donors and recipients.
Middlesex College’s Center for Justice-Impacted Students (CJIS) has been awarded a $50,000 grant from the Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation that will be earmarked for the College’s Justice Scholars Program as well as for programming to support currently incarcerated students by bringing in supplemental educational programming within partner facilities.
The original Food Pantry Committee of Middlesex College visited a local supermarket November 14 to purchase food and other pantry items, including personal hygiene and cleaning products, using a $4,000 Spotlight Grant from the Edison Elks Lodge #2487.
The five-year Title V grant from the U.S. Department of Education will broaden the array of services Middlesex College provides for students, heighten the College’s ability to attract and retain Hispanic and low-income students and allow the College to deploy a new student success platform that will identify students in need of support and guidance.
Middlesex College’s Office of Civic Engagement and Community Partnerships held a tour of the City of Perth Amboy, followed by a luncheon and Q&A, on October 20 for students interested in a career in urban planning.
The new partnership seeks to foster a talent pipeline through unique educational pathways and curricula for students at Middlesex College and Middlesex County Magnet Schools.
The Middlesex College mathematics team was the top performing school in the Mid-Atlantic Region of the 2022-2023 American Mathematical Association of Two-Year Colleges (AMATYC) Student Math League competition.
Ten second-year Middlesex College students were selected to participate in Princeton University’s Transfer Scholars Initiative (TSI) to take two Princeton-accredited courses from June 26 to August 18.
To better support students with a more well-rounded approach, Middlesex College has named three new assistant deans to lead various aspects of student services at the College.
“It’s more than writing a check. We like to maintain a close relationship with the organizations we support,” said Nayan Dalal about his family foundation’s guiding philosophy toward philanthropy.
Middlesex County Sheriff Mildred Scott, first female sheriff of Middlesex County and first African American sheriff of New Jersey, is the 2023 recipient of Middlesex College’s Paige D. L’Hommedieu Award.
Success Bound gave Gustavo Merino Martinez a boost, he took it from there. The 18-year-old Perth Amboy native took advantage of Middlesex College’s Success Bound program to further his resume and experiences toward an acceptance to Harvard University.
Gabriella Grande, who recently graduated in May, was elected by her fellow classmates in the 2023 graduating class as graduating student representative to the Board of Trustees for the academic year 2023-2024.
Dr. Nurdan S. Duzgoren-Aydin brings the wealth of nearly thirty years of international teaching, research, and administrative experience to Middlesex College.
As part of Middlesex County’s Community, Innovation, and Opportunity (CIO) Strategic Investment Plan, Middlesex County and Rutgers Athletics have entered into a letter of intent, solidifying a partnership with the Scarlet Knight baseball program, spanning three to five years.
Kimberly Burnett, Middlesex County native and resident, began her new role as Executive Director of Marketing and Communications at Middlesex College on July 10, 2023. She most recently served as senior manager in the Office of Communications under the Administration at Middlesex County local government
The Middlesex College track team took home individual and relay national titles at the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) track meet.
New Middlesex College graduate Kelbin Quintana and second-year student Christine Tverdov were the recipients of the DAISY Award, an honor for exemplary effort and care in the nursing profession.
Middlesex College is one of 17 New Jersey institutions of higher learning to participate in a partnership to support a new statewide initiative – Some College, No Degree – to provide outreach and coaching to adult learners who stopped out of college and need support to re-enroll.
Individuals with expert knowledge in a subject matter who hold at least a master’s degree are invited to apply for adjunct faculty positions across the College.
Middlesex College won two awards and two honorable mentions in the annual Hermes Creative Awards Program, administered and judged by the Association of Marketing and Communications Professionals.
Middlesex College welcomed state and local officials, along with other distinguished guests including members of the College’s Board of Trustees and alumni, for a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of a new Dental Hygiene Clinic on April 27, 2023.
Middlesex College will hold a Food Justice Showcase and Symposium at the College’s Studio Theater Gallery on Thursday, April 27, 2023 from noon to 2 p.m. to highlight the issue of food justice within the local community and among incarcerated spaces.
Eric Carney ’93 serves as President and CEO of Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch and Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus in Lakewood. As Alumnus of the Year, Carney will speak at the College’s 56th Commencement.
President Mark McCormick was recognized as a higher education leader who is delivering the kind of education that is needed in N.J.
The American Association of Community Colleges honors Professor Alexandra Fields with the Dale P. Parnell Distinguished Faculty Award.
All throughout the month of April, Middlesex College will spotlight an inspiring member of its alumni community.
Michael Nester starts Middlesex College March 20, 2023 after a successful tenure at Camden County College.
Middlesex College announced that it has earned the 2023-2024 Military Friendly® School designation.
Nick Diaz pitches his way into the record books with a perfect game.
Dr. Mark McCormick is one of four new members added to the Board of Directors of JA New Jersey, which is dedicated to providing New Jersey’s youth with relevant experiential education in financial literacy, career readiness, entrepreneurship, and life skills.
A program launched by Middlesex College and the Middlesex County Magnet Schools will enable students to obtain an associate degree while still in high school.
The Middlesex College Foundation recently elected Abhimanyu Diwaker, Keith Menscher ’16 and Priti Pandya-Patel to its Board of Trustees.
Teaching, learning, cooking, Melissa Keresztes ‘14 has a lot on her plate.
Claudivel Batista started the Middlesex College pre-college program – Success Bound Youth Leadership Academy – when she was a rising senior at Perth Amboy High School, and is now firmly on the college track at Middlesex College.
Nearly 500 people gathered at Middlesex College’s Performing Arts Center for the Middlesex County Board of County Commissioners’ annual Reorganization Meeting January 5, 2023.
A cohort of students, who first completed the Health Career Bootcamp trained and completed the Community Health Worker program at the College’s New Brunswick Center, are now ready to join the workforce.
Matthew Cowan ’19, a graduate of Middlesex College’s Culinary Arts program, has risen up the menu of area chefs and is now the lead chef at the Shackamaxon County Club in Scotch Plains.
Culinary student Yunmi Kim came away with a deep appreciation for high quality Italian ingredients while working and studying in the Tuscan capital city.
Braden Ramirez, the Middlesex College standout outfielder, signed his letter of intent to continue his baseball career at the University of Dayton last month.
Middlesex College is presenting “Voices and Votes: Democracy in America” from December 1, 2022 to January 6, 2023.
The Middlesex College Board of Trustees elected Mark J. Finkelstein Board Chairman at its Annual Meeting held November 14, 2022.
“I hope we can all give back to Middlesex College to keep the scholarships going because that’s what Middlesex is about – helping each other.”
State and local government officials, along with school district officials, gathered at the Edison campus of Middlesex College, November 1, to announce the finalized Community, Innovation, and Opportunity (CIO) Strategic Investment Plan, part of the county’s Destination 2040 Strategic Plan.
Middlesex College has announced a date for the induction ceremony and dinner for the inaugural class of the Middlesex College Athletics Hall of Fame. The event, which will take place on campus, will be held on October 8, 2022.
Middlesex College received a $100,000 donation from Trammell Crow Company, a global real estate development firm. Founded in 1948, the Dallas-based company has developed or acquired buildings valued at nearly $75 billion and employs 700 professionals across the U.S. and Europe.
Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. was awarded the Paige D. L’Hommedieu Award from Middlesex College during a ceremony held on the College’s Edison campus on September 12.
Dorothy K. Power, Chairman of the Middlesex College Board of Trustees, passed away Sunday, August 21, 2022, at the age of 90.
Harvey Miller would come home after teaching at Middlesex College with tired hands and a huge smile on his face.
It’s been almost a year since Vincent Costanza started his tenure as principal of Campbell Elementary School in Metuchen.
Keith Menscher, a Middlesex College graduate from the class of 2016 and an attorney with McManimon, Scotland & Baumann, has been named the College’s 2022 Alumnus of the Year.
Liberal arts majors Nathalia Allenza ’22 and Thomas Emens ’22 received life-changing news of admission to Princeton University and major scholarship awards.
The College’s 55th Commencement ceremony marked the first time since 2019 that College leadership, faculty, staff, and distinguished guests joined students and families under one roof to participate in the most important day of the academic year.
Devanshi Patel of Piscataway, moved to the U.S. from Kenya a year ago and started classes at Middlesex College last summer. This fall, she will continue her studies at Rutgers, where she had been accepted to last year. Instead, she decided to attend Middlesex College, seeking to save costs and for a softer transition to life in America.
Veronica Bonilla of Perth Amboy will be pursuing a bachelor’s and majoring in advertising at Kean University. Her Middlesex College degree is the realization of a dream that began 10 years ago when she first came to the U.S. from Colombia at age 16.
Marine Corps veteran Melvin Rodas (Piscataway) is eager to become a Scarlet Knight when he joins Rutgers this fall.
Sayreville twin sisters Rafaela Martelo and Ana Martelo, both mathematics majors, have transferred to Rutgers University, where they are continuing their mathematics studies. They expressed their gratitude for the professors at Middlesex College, calling special attention to faculty in mathematics and physics.
For Jessica Medina, graduation means finishing what she started almost 15 years ago.
Quo Vadis, Middlesex College’s student newspaper, won eight awards – including two first-place finishes – in the 2022 New Jersey Press Association (NJPA) annual competition.
Community colleges across the country will host events throughout April to celebrate Community College Month in order to raise awareness about the broad impact community colleges have in their respective communities and beyond.
Jennifer M. Bejarano Huertas’ initial reaction to the announcement that she was selected for an ANY (America Needs You) scholarship was one of disbelief.
