Alumni Spotlight: Dorothy (Dotty) Graham Moreland
April 29, 2022
50th Anniversary Events
A Year of Celebrations!
The Modern Era: 2001-Present Professional Development Event
Posted: April 22, 2022
The final 50th Anniversary panel discussion looks at the last two decades of rapidly changing technology and modernizing facilities, the economic and budget crisis, nimble program expansion, an emerging dedication to sustainability, and remembers some Commencement ceremonies of years gone by. Panelists include Dr. Maria Sheehan, President Emerita; Elena Bubnova, Associate Vice President for Research, Marketing, Web and IT; Dr. Julie Ellsworth, Dean, Life Sciences, Allied Health and Public Safety Division; and Ron Marston, Chair, Visual and Performing Arts Department.
Murder Mystery at the Disco
Posted: April 1, 2022
Capping the anniversary year, this fundraiser in the Student Center at TMCC’s Dandini Campus turned into the nexus of groovy tunes, 1970s-themed outfits and over 200 attendees. The evening introduced fourteen TMCC student-actors to audience members, dropping hints through casual conversations. Raising a total of $50,000 for the visual and performing arts, and culinary arts programs, and the EastView building, the evening's donors and sponsors disco-danced the night away while they solved the Murder Mystery at the Disco.
Historical Photo Mosaic
Posted: Jan. 27, 2022
Over 32,000 photos from the TMCC archives are included in this spectacular mosaic that showcases our students, employees, locations, academic programs, events, and history. Compiled and designed by TMCC Graphic Designer Brandie Davis, the mosaic will also be on display in the V. James Eardley Student Center, Red Mountain Building, during the Spring 2022 Semester. Can you find yourself in our history?
Expansion and Technology: 1981-2000 Professional Development Event
Recorded: Jan. 13, 2022
Hear about what life was like at TMCC in the 1980's and 1990's and the rapid expansion of the College's programs and physical locations in this exciting part 2 of our anniversary Zoom presentations. Presenters included President Emeritus John Gwaltney, Emeritus Faculty Patricia Slavin and Humberto Hernandez, and Political Science Professor Fred Lokken.
Holiversary
Held: Dec. 6, 2021
This mashed-up Anniversary and Holiday party included a look back at our first 50 years, and TMCC traditions like the sweater contest, games and a raffle. SGA President Darian Richards served as emcee, and remarks from President Emerita Dr. Maria Sheehan remembered her tenure at the college. Note: Kahoot game is no longer live for play.
Nevada Day Parade
Held: Oct. 30, 2021
TMCC was represented in the Nevada Day parade to help celebrate our first 50 years. A big thank you to everyone who made this possible, including President Hilgersom, Professor Wyatt Ziebell and the TMCC Automotive program, Marketing and Communications staff, Student Government Association, Truckee Meadows Veterans Club, and the Recruitment and Access Center (with Mighty the Lizard)!
Sports and Fitness Center Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Held: Aug. 27, 2021
With the ribbon cutting ceremony, the TMCC Sports and Fitness Center honored our first Athletics Director, Joe Ayarbe, as well as former President Maria C. Sheehan, for their commitment to athletics and health among the TMCC community. The 8,000 square foot gymnasium was dedicated as “Joe’s Gym” in honor of Ayarbe’s legacy, and the 3,000 square foot Strength and Conditioning Room was re-named in honor of former President Sheehan, who championed health and wellness at TMCC. Emeritus faculty members, family and friends of the Ayarbe family, student-athletes, and employees gathered to celebrate the new facility by looking back at our history and forward to the future with a continued focus on student well-being in mind, body and environment.
In the Early Years: 1970-1980 Professional Development Event
Recorded: Aug. 13, 2021
In this recorded Zoom presentation, we dove into the excitement of TMCC's earliest years, with interviews of those who worked at the College during this time frame. What was the North Campus like for students and staff? What were some of the challenges faced over the first few years? Why did the college change its name, and how was Truckee Meadows Community College chosen? Learn about this fascinating time with stories from those who lived it, as well as materials from the TMCC Archives.
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