The Science of Sci-Fi: Mystery Science Theater 3000 Movie Night
Thursday, October 22 | 5-7 p.m.
Movie night meets real science. Join us for a free screening of Mystery Science Theater 3000, followed by a faculty Q&A and a haunted-yard scavenger hunt.
Movie screening: Watch time-travel chaos unfold as Jonah and the bots take on the 1964 classic The Time Travelers.
Faculty Q&A: Stick around after the movie as MCC faculty break down real science versus movie magic.
Seasonal bonus: Grab a map of local "haunted yards" curated by Paranormal Investigations Club adviser Amy Neff. Complete the Science Behind Haunted Houses scavenger hunt at your own pace for a chance to win prizes.
Pizza, snacks, and drinks provided. Free for MCC students, employees, and families. Pre-registration is strongly requested.
Note: This episode, and all of Season 11 (Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Return) on Netflix, is rated TV-14.
Programs Brought to You by LISI
The Science Behind It - Immersive Seminar Series
Join us for observation, discovery, and immersion into some of the most cutting-edge science topics. Hear from widely acclaimed experts in their fields across a variety of topics—a truly interactive, small-group experience.
LISI Speakers Series
LISI’s seminal speakers series brings cutting-edge science to the forefront of our community and collective consciousness. Interacting with leading researchers and visionaries in a venue for sharing ideas and fostering imagination is guaranteed to be inspirational. Presentations feature a meet-and-greet with guest speakers and refreshments.
Exhibits Brought to You by LISI
Hall of Human Origins
This stunning collection of hominin skulls from the Bone Clones® Hominid line includes the seldom-seen, fully articulated walking reconstruction of the 3.2-million-year-old skeleton " Lucy." Using published osteological data, a team of anatomical sculptors carefully recreated these detailed casts of fossil specimens in conjunction with anthropological consultants. The skulls are artistically and taxonomically arranged based on the current paleoanthropological record. The MCC Hall of Human Origins offers critical, objective insight into hominin evolution through a uniquely human exploration of the fossil evidence. This interactive exhibit is permanently displayed in the Life Sciences wing of the Liebman Science Center (Building F). Visit the Hall of Human Origins online
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MCC Planetarium
Showcases
MCC's planetarium offers 45 seats under a spectacular 8.3-meter dome with high-definition video in an immersive surround sound environment. The planetarium is available for students of all ages and the general public. See general admission show information