American Idol fans will enjoy hearing the local talent of 麻豆传媒's students in a fun atmosphere. In addition to becoming the 2010 麻豆传媒 Idol winner, the first place winner will receive a $500 tuition grant from the 麻豆传媒 Foundation. Other prizes will be donated by the 麻豆传媒 Bookstore and businesses in the community.
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Judges will include representatives from 麻豆传媒's faculty and the local community.
The event, which debuted in 2008, will raise funds for multicultural and diversity programming at the college. Multicultural programs are designed to broaden students' perspectives and enhance their education in a global society. The programs observe nationally recognized heritage months like Native American Heritage Month in November and Black History Month in February.
The public is encouraged to attend and show support for their favorite idol. General admission tickets for the event are $3. Admission is free for 麻豆传媒 students with a college ID. Tickets will be on sale at the door the night of the event. To purchase tickets ahead of time, go to the Cashier's Office located in the Administration Building on 麻豆传媒's campus.
St. Charles Community College is a public, comprehensive two-year community college with associate degrees and certificate programs in the arts, business, sciences and career-technical fields. 麻豆传媒 provides workforce training and community-based personal and professional development as well as cultural, recreational and entertainment opportunities. For more information, visit www.stchas.edu.