Coronavirus Information
Contact and Questions
Email: student_services@middlesexcc.edu
Call: 732-906-4235
For questions about Coronavirus email our Health and Safety Department:
JDiMaio@middlesexcc.edu
Updated: May 27, 2020
Middlesex County College faculty and staff are committed to providing high-quality education and to ensuring that you are able to complete your courses this semester. We also want to keep you safe and healthy during this situation with COVID-19. Here are updates to operation while all instruction is being delivered online.
A message to our students from President Mark McCormick on the plan for the remainder of the semester and beyond:
For Students
Academics
All instruction is being delivered online. Your instructors will be in contact with you regarding the continuation of instruction.
Academic Appeals
Questions about a course or course grade should be directed to the course instructor first or to the Department Chair.
Continuing Education
MCC Continuing Education Offices closed to the public effective Thursday, March 19, 2020.
Please contact our offices by email:
Adult Noncredit and Camp Middlesex Registration and Course Information
- Charita Green: cgreen@middlesexcc.edu
- Alberta Jaeger: ajaeger@middlesexcc.edu
Corporate Education & Training
- Aileen Vega: avega@middlesexcc.edu
Career Training Center
- Tracey Montani: tmontani@middlesexcc.edu
Student & Enrollment Services
Student and Enrollment Services will be conducted in a virtual online environment beginning March 18. As a precautionary measure, due to the growing threat of exposure to COVID-19, we are currently closed to in-person services. All current term courses and student services have migrated to an online format and are being provided remotely.
Counseling Services
Counseling Services is available to assist students remotely during this time.
If you would like to connect with a counselor, email us at:
- General Counseling: counseling@middlesexcc.edu
- Disability Services: edaidone@middlesexcc.edu
- Career & Transfer Counseling: apicardo@middlesexcc.edu
- International Student Services: rburton@middlesexcc.edu
Counseling Services / Disability Services
Food Pantry
For questions regarding any basic needs issues (food, housing, healthcare, transportation, childcare, etc.), reach out to Amanda Lyons, Basic Needs Coordinator, at alyons@middlesexcc.edu.
Library and Tutoring
The Library building is closed until further notice. Library services are available remotely for students and faculty. The informational guide available at middlesexcc.libguides.com/covid19response will direct you to appropriate academic resources.
Bookstore
Effective March 18 the Middlesex County College Bookstore is closed. However, you can order items online via: middlesexcc.bncollege.com/shop/middlesex-cc/home
- You will receive a reminder email and within the email there is a link to print a free UPS label.
- Visit middlesexcc.bncollege.com/shop/middlesex-cc/page/rental-book-return to learn how to ship your rented textbooks back for free.
- The Spring textbook rental due date has been extended to 6/15/2020. Return your rented textbooks as soon as you’re done with your classes to avoid fees.
2020 Commencement Ceremony
Commencement scheduled for May 21, 2020 at the Rutgers Athletic Center is cancelled. Join us for a pre-recorded virtual ceremony Thursday, May 21, 2020, 10 am.
For MCC Community
County Resources
Center for Empowerment Hotline
Call 1-877-665-7273
The Center for Empowerment continues to be available for crisis intervention, information, and referral for survivors of sexual violence and their loved ones, as well as the community.
COVID-19 Drive-thru Testing Site at DMV in Edison
Middlesex County has opened a COVID-19 testing center at the NJ Motor Vehicle Commission, 33 Kilmer Road, in Edison. It is open from 10 am to 2 pm, by appointment only.
For more information and to make an appointment, visit middlesexcountynj.gov
COVID-19 Drive-thru Testing Site in South Brunswick
Middlesex County has opened a COVID-19 testing center at the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission Inspection Station, 2236 Route 130 North, Dayton, in South Brunswick. It is open from 10 am to 2 pm, by appointment only.
For more information and to make an appointment, visit middlesexcountynj.gov
COVID-19 Educational Videos
The Division of Public Health Preparedness and Health Education has created videos providing an overview of COVID-19. The videos are available in English and in Spanish.
Food Pantries in Perth Amboy
Mercy House and The Salvation Army in Perth Amboy remain operational and are giving food to those in need.
Mercy House
282 McClellan St. Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
Contact: Damaris Ramirez, 908-848-3219
By appointment only! Call 908-848-3219 to set up an appointment. Must bring photo ID.
The Salvation Army – Perth Amboy Corp.
433 State St. Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
Contact: Donna, 732-826-7040
Food distribution is available Mondays and Thursdays, 10 – 11 am. Must bring photo ID.
Support by Telephone and Online
For residents who are having difficulty coping with the COVID-19 crisis, please call New Jersey Mental Health Cares, Mental Health Association in New Jersey, Inc. at (877) 294-HELP (4357) between the hours of 8 am to 8 pm for emotional support, guidance and mental health referrals as needed.
The Office of Human Services has compiled a list of support resources, with a focus on mental health and addiction recovery.
View list of additional telephone and online resources
State Resources
Anti-Poverty Network of NJ (APN) COVID-19 Resource List
APN has compiled a list of COVID-19 resources available to New Jersey residents.
NJ COVID-19 Call Center
Call 2-1-1 or Text NJCOVID to 898-211
All residents with questions or concerns about COVID-19 and resources available to them can call 2-1-1. NJ 211 is New Jersey’s statewide, comprehensive, information and referral service operated by United Ways of New Jersey.
Residents can also text NJCOVID to 898-211 to receive text information and stay informed. To receive live text assistance, residents can text their zip code to 898-211.
