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🔥🏎️MassBay, Start Your Engines!🏎️🔥

On June 5th, the talented MOPAR CAP students were invited to the Town Stewart Racing tent at the New England National Drag Races in Epping, New Hampshire. This exciting hands-on experience gave students the opportunity to meet with local dealers, watch qualifying races, and meet TSR drivers, Leah Pruett and Matt Hagan!!

Watch the MassBay Board of Trustees Meeting live here! The meeting starts at 8am and you can view it using this link: https://massbay.webex.com/wbxmjs/joinservice/sites/massbay/meeting/download/93da3aa8853d429a9faf0ce3c2d273bd?MTID=m8e49d13d10de919fff267c1c9cf984ac

💫We are so excited to share that MassBay's very own Dr. Jeanie Tietjen was recently a guest on the podcast "Teaching In Higher Ed". So grab your headphones and make your way to Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you may get your podcasts and listen to the episode, titled "Naming The Urgency: Trauma-Informed Practices in Higher Ed with Jeanie Tietjen"!

Jeanie is a valued member of the MassBay community, having been a professor here for almost 18 years and having founded the Institute for Trauma, Adversity, and and Resilience in Higher Education.

We at MassBay have been fortunate enough to be privy to Jeanie's wisdom and ideas for years, and we're so excited for the important work she does to get an even wider reach!

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/naming-the-urgency-trauma-informed-practices-in/id893035230?i=1000772206983

https://open.spotify.com/episode/3uTZXiMeBrk1ZVBHsD7zF9?si=fdad4488741047a4

Naming the Urgency: Trauma-Informed Practices in Higher Ed, with Jeanie Tietjen Podcast Episode · Teaching in Higher Ed · June 11 · 48m

From the pool to the classroom—Henry Brill has always made a splash 🌊

A proud member of the Class of 2026, Henry earned his associate degree in Communication after starting in MassBay’s Transitional Scholars program. Along the way, he became a campus leader, honor society member, and one of the first students with Down syndrome in recent history to graduate with an associate degree from MassBay.

A dedicated swimmer, leader, and role model, Henry’s journey is a powerful example of perseverance, community, and what’s possible with the right support.

We are so proud of you, Henry! 💙

Read his full story: https://www.massbay.edu/press/communication-grad-makes-a-splash-at-massbay-2026-06-08

Looking to start a high-demand career in a growing, sustainable field? MassBay Community College’s Green Energies HVAC Training Program is designed to help you get there.

This hands-on program prepares students to install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems—while focusing on energy efficiency and sustainability.

• No prior experience required
• Classroom instruction + paid apprenticeship
• Classes start July 6
• Certificate earned upon completion
• Funding may be available for eligible students

Build skills. Support sustainability. Advance your career.

Contact us to learn more: [email protected] or 508-270-4116

MassBay welcomed the community to its annual Pride Workshop, Pride, Progress, and the Power of Community, held June 5 at the Wellesley campus.

The day featured an inspiring opening keynote from Dr. Eli Green of the Transgender Training Institute, followed by engaging workshops led by MassBay faculty, Translate Gender, and Kimm Topping of Lavender Education. Attendees also enjoyed lunch, Pride swag, giveaways, and a special afternoon performance.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this meaningful day of learning, connection, and celebration possible.

Join us tomorrow!

The Towerwall 2026 Cybersecurity Summit is happening June 11 from 8 a.m.–2 p.m. at MassBay’s Wellesley campus. Hear from industry leaders, including keynote speaker Dave Escalante of Boston College, and gain real-world strategies to navigate today’s evolving cybersecurity landscape.

Proceeds support scholarships for MassBay cybersecurity students.
Register now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/towerwall-massbay-2026-cybersecurity-summit-registration-1983382728131?utm_campaign=13202282-Summit+Email+Sequence&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-8vi5PN9uWrzT6QghZxTLZhdGRpMaDXBMX4zNrBWyoHX16PbykNuyeSkTfnzgK8GXhOI7TNk7-XBjZSXu2QmLbFFihZTw&_hsmi=413931385&utm_content=413931385&utm_source=hs_email

🎓 MassBay Graduate Spotlight: Janie Roussin
📍 Dedham, MA

Join us in congratulating Janie Roussin, who recently graduated from MassBay with an associate degree in Liberal Arts!

Janie chose MassBay for its affordability and the ability to have both independence and guidance while shaping her path. During her time here, she excelled academically—earning both Dean’s List and President’s List honors in her final year.

This summer, Janie is gaining real-world experience as a legal intern at Barrault Law and Associates in Milton.

“My favorite thing about MassBay is the dedication I see from students working toward their degrees while balancing jobs, family obligations, and personal challenges that aren’t typical of a four-year college student.”

Janie also shares a special thank you to Professor Gutilla for making classes both informative and engaging, and for providing valuable guidance as she explores a future in law and beyond.

🎯 Next stop: Janie will transfer to the University of North Carolina Charlotte to study health systems management!

We are so proud of you, Janie—congratulations on this exciting next chapter! 💙

MassBay’s MOPAR CAP students had an unforgettable experience last Thursday at the Stellantis Unstoppable event at the Xfinity Center in Mansfield!

Students witnessed high-performance vehicles in action and even rode alongside a professional race car driver in the Challenger Six Pack and Durango Hellcat. The course showcased straight-line acceleration, cornering, evasive maneuvers, and precision braking—bringing classroom learning to life in an exciting way.

Opportunities like this give our students real-world insight into the automotive industry and the cutting-edge technology behind today’s vehicles.

Celebrating MassBay success! 🎉

Congratulations to MassBay alum Fiona Kikoyo, recently featured on WCVB Channel 5’s Made in Mass!

Fiona’s vibrant, handcrafted pillows stole the show—adding color, creativity, and personality to every space.

👉 Watch her inspiring story here: https://www.wcvb.com/article/made-in-massachusetts-phionah/71373610

Mass. mom turns canceled birthday party into successful pillow business When life gives you lemons, you make pillows. That’s just the case for a Massachusetts entrepreneur who turned a canceled birthday party into a successful business. And her slogan is: "Forget diamonds, pillows are a girl’s best friend."