certificate programs, including those in high-tech and high-demand fields. Because of the generosity of donors to the Macomb Community College Foundation, there are more than 100 private scholarships for Macomb students. In 2009, Macomb became one of the first community colleges to join Achieving the Dream, a national initiative aimed at helping community college students succeed. The Dreamkeepers Emergency Assistance Fund and the Mall at Partridge Creek Student Assistance Fund, coordinated by the College's Student Options for Success office, provide financial assistance to eligible students in the event of a one-time financial emergency that hinders their ability to continue college. Other college initiatives Center for Advanced Automotive Technology (CAAT): a regional resource and Macomb/Wayne State University partnership funded by the National Science Foundation Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship: a free resource for entrepreneurs – both Macomb students and community residents Conference and event services, including the Macomb Sports and Expo Center: home to the College's men's and women's athletic teams (Monarchs - Michigan Community College Athletic Association members) Innovation Fund Macomb Community College, Powered by JPMorgan Chase & Co., awarding seed funding to startups in an effort to stimulate regional economical development and job growth Albert L. Lorenzo Cultural Center: providing an ever-changing slate of free cultural programming Macomb Center for the Performing Arts: hosting national recording artists and touring companies as well as local arts organizations Procurement Technical Assistance Center (inside MTEC): assisting local companies in securing government contracts Notable alumni Mark Hackel, Macomb County Executive Thomas Ligotti, author Steve McCatty, former MLB pitcher Candice Miller, Macomb County Public Works Commissioner Cynthia Watros, actress and Daytime Emmy winner Ernie Whitt, former MLB catcher Steve Kardynal, YouTube Personality Campus locations South Campus: 14500 12 Mile Road, Warren, MI 48088 () Center Campus: 44575 Garfield Road, Clinton Township, MI 48038 () East Campus: 21901 Dunham Road, Clinton Township, MI 48036 () MTEC: 7900 Tank Ave., Warren, MI 48092 () See also Motor City Nine: a part of the Weather Underground at the school :Category:Macomb Community College alumni References External links Official website Two-year colleges in the United States Michigan Community College Athletic Association Education in Macomb County, Michigan Metro Detroit Community colleges in Michigan Educational institutions established in 1954 Buildings and structures in Macomb County, Michigan 1954 establishments in Michigan NJCAA athletics