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CLASS OF 2026 COMMENCEMENT Day 2

The Advocate

Congratulations to this year’s class, Class of 2026! Friday, May 22th was a Day-2 commencement, which took place at the Rockville Campus in a tent near the track from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Starting off the commencement was a graduating student named Connor James singing a great rendition of the United States national anthem,...

Commencement Day 1

The Advocate

Montgomery College held its 79th annual commencement exercises on May 21st, honoring graduates across multiple academic disciplines in front of packed crowds of family, faculty, and supporters. The ceremony featured several speakers and administrators, including Montgomery College president Dr. Jermaine F. Williams, who has worked with ten separate colleges

What I learned at Etiquette Dinner

The Advocate

I recently attended an etiquette dinner at Montgomery College, and I wanted to share a few helpful takeaways—especially for situations like networking lunches or working interviews. The meal was prepared by the hospitality school with assistance from the operations managers. It was served at the Rockville campus in the faculty lounge. Students and staff from

Key of David Christian Center Protest Recap and Q&A

The Advocate

On April 2, the Key of David Christian Center campus preached near the Theatre Arts Building (TA) at Montgomery College Rockville campus; the Key of David Christian Center is a non-denominational Christian church that currently meets in western parts of Philadelphia. They are known for their controversial statements and for preaching on college campuses, led

Hail Mary Review

The Advocate

Welcome to my new series called Quickies. Today is a double feature review of two movies from 2026: Hoppers and Project Hail Mary!   Hoppers Plot: Mabel Tanaka loves animals, so when her science team experiments on animals, she puts her brain into an artificial beaver. The mayor wants to tear the environment apart, so Mabel...

Valentine's Day Open House - Montgomery College Excalibur

Montgomery College Excalibur

Montgomery College students participated in the Valentine’s Day open house on Feb. 10 from 11 to 1 p.m. to celebrate Valentine’s Day. By Decorating bracelets, cookies, making cards, and listening to Valentine’s Day theme music.

Walk for Peace Concludes at Lincoln Memorial - Montgomery College Excalibur

Montgomery College Excalibur

Buddhist monks and nuns from various traditions gathered at the Lincoln Memorial on February 11, 2026, to mark the end of the 2026 Walk for Peace. This 120-day, 2,300-mile journey aimed to promote peace, mindfulness, and compassion. People watched as the monks, wearing saffron robes, walked quietly and carried flowers, gifts, and personal items they had gath

AI Literacy

The Advocate

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Mental Health Fair 2026

The Advocate

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Concert Review – Hirax, Savage Master, Desolus, Total Maniac, & Devilust at Metro Gallery

The Advocate

A legion of metalheads crammed into the humble Metro Gallery in Baltimore on Friday, March 27 to witness a lesson in metal mastery. 80s thrash legends Hirax made their way eastward from their native California for a nine-date mini-US tour. Joining them on the tour package are rockin’ Kentucky macabre masters Savage Master and DC...

A Guide to UMD Admitted Students Day

The Globe

As a University of Maryland bound student, admitted students day is the first of many welcome events put together by the school that you will have the chance to attend. The event offers an opportunity to discover the resources the school has to offer and what prospective students can look forward to when attending the...

Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day

The Globe

This year, Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day falls on April 24th. The Observance commemorates the events from the spring of 1915 to 1923, when the Ottoman Empire carried out the systematic killing of its Armenian population. Approximately 1.5 million Armenians were massacred, and others were forcibly displaced, resulting in scattered Armenian diasporas acros

MC’s Bookmark Donation

The Advocate

Yesterday, on Tuesday April 14th 2026, Student Life and SAB(Student Activity Board) started a book donation in the SV Atrium from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Montgomery College. The event was a week-long, starting from April 13th to April 22nd.   The first person I interviewed was a female student named Adara Echols for...

SGA Executive Board Winners for Fall 2026

The Advocate

This year’s executive board winners and their positions for the Student Government Association: President- Lizelle Rodriguez Vice President- Anthony Rivera Secretary- Mahdiul I Mahdi Treasurer- Nadia Omer

Paranormal Cirque | Photo Gallery

The Globe

Some members of The Globe went to The Paranormal Cirque, so you don’t have to (unless you want to)! The Paranormal Cirque is a bold, horror-themed twist on a traditional circus. The show leans into dark, raunchy visuals with acrobatics and aerial acts that are undeniably impressive. However, the plot lacks consistency and the...

Washington D.C. Kite Festival | Photo Album

The Globe

Aïssatou Bah and other members of the Globe showed their support for D.C’s Kite Festival earlier this year. These are some photos of that event. If you wish to attend more events like this, https://washington.org/find-dc-listings/dc-events is the best place to look for events like this. Best part is most of them are free!

Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens | Photo Album

The Globe

About an hour outside Miami, you can find one of the most beautiful gardens on the east coast: The Morikami Museum and Japanese Gardens. Located in Palm Beach, Florida, this center immerses viewers into Japanese culture through a variety of experiences. This includes the main museum that holds exhibitions and performances, the historical gardens known...

Montgomery College hosts first Mobile Market of spring semester

Montgomery College Excalibur

Montgomery College’s Takoma Park/Silver Spring campus hosted the first Mobile Market of the semester on February 18. On the third Wednesday of each month, the Office of Student Life hosts this event to serve the community, not just students. Everyone can obtain grocery items for free on the first floor of the Charlene R. Nunley Student Services Center. This

Girl Power on Ice: How Media and Technology Shape Who We Celebrate in Women’s Sports

The Globe

This Black History Month, history is being made on the Olympic ice. At the 2026 Winter Olympics, trailblazers like Laila Edwards and Erin Jackson are redefining what representation looks like in winter sports. Edwards, 22, became the first Black woman to play for Team USA in Olympic ice hockey and the first Black American to...

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