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10/3/2024 4:13:24 PM

MC alum Regan Hignojos enjoys living in Midland and giving back to the community, especially advocating for the most vulnerable populations.

10/2/2024 6:16:09 AM

Midland College's Women's Basketball team, the Lady Chaps, is announcing a free basketball clinic for female students in grades 3 through 8. The clinic will be held on two dates: Saturday, Oct. 5 and Saturday, Oct. 26. Both clinics will begin registration at 9:30 a.m. and instruction will begin at 10 a.m. at the Midland College P.E. Building gymnasium.

10/1/2024 8:08:02 AM

Midland College will host a First Generation, First-to-College Resource Fair, sponsored by Phi Theta Kappa, on Oct. 19 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Carrasco Room. This event is designed to empower first-generation college students by providing valuable resources, networking opportunities, and insights from those who have navigated the challenges of higher education.

9/30/2024 2:37:26 PM

Midland College is excited to announce the launch of its new class of First-Generation Ambassadors. This initiative aims to enhance student involvement through community service, provide workshops that promote both academic and personal success, and build a robust network of support for first-generation college students.

9/30/2024 8:40:08 AM

Midland College is hosting a special lecture today at 6 p.m. in the Cogdell Learning Center, featuring Dr. José Angel Hernández, a distinguished scholar and award-winning author. As part of the college's celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, Dr. Hernández will explore the late nineteenth-century movement that relocated Tejano families back to Mexico, highlighting how this process of autocolonization differs from traditional settler colonization.

9/27/2024 3:07:36 PM

Midland College is proud to announce its membership in the Community College Baccalaureate Association (CCBA), a national organization dedicated to advancing workforce-focused baccalaureate degree opportunities at community colleges across the country. By joining CCBA, Midland College strengthens its commitment to providing accessible and career-relevant education for students and the local workforce.

9/24/2024 1:16:39 PM

Looking to accelerate your education, boost your career, or explore a new field? Midland College's eight-week courses might be just what you need. Designed for fast, flexible, and efficient learning, these courses offer a wide range of benefits, making them an ideal choice for students of all backgrounds. Whether you're a working professional, a parent, or simply looking to fast-track your academic goals, here are eight compelling reasons to enroll in an eight-week course at Midland College.

9/21/2024 5:40:23 PM

Midland College is excited to announce that it will host the Texas Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (TACRAO) College Night on September 25, 2024, from 6-8 p.m. at the Al G. Langford Chaparral Center. This event provides a unique opportunity for high school students and their families to connect with over 70 colleges, universities, and workforce training companies.

9/20/2024 8:45:42 AM

Midland College is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Adrian Vega as Vice President of Institutional Advancement. Dr. Vega will enhance already strong community relationships, promote the mission and vision of the college, and promote educational opportunities. In addition, Dr. Vega will lead fundraising initiatives and drive support for scholarships, capital projects, and other areas of critical need.

9/19/2024 9:18:12 AM

The child of migrant farm workers, Rosie Luna knows the value of hard work. She is now applying her work ethic and knowledge learned while obtaining an MC bachelor's degree to a successful career.

9/17/2024 10:03:12 AM

Midland College is happy to announce its participation in the United Way of Midland's "Week of Caring" Food Drive, a vital initiative aimed at bolstering small local food pantries.

9/16/2024 12:29:56 PM

Midland College is pleased to announce that it will be hosting the West Texas Food Bank's College Roadshow at the Al G. Langford Chaparral Center on Tuesday, September 17, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. This free event is open to the public and aims to support students and community members with a variety of resources and services.

9/13/2024 4:52:09 PM

Midland College recently hosted an inspiring installment of the Davidson Distinguished Lecture Series at the Al G. Langford Chaparral Center, featuring NASA Astronaut José Hernández. A full crowd of community members, including students from local high schools, colleges, and the Midland Independent School District, along with MC faculty and staff, gathered to hear Hernández share his remarkable journey from the fields of California as a migrant farm worker to the vast expanse of outer space as an astronaut.

9/12/2024 2:34:44 PM

Midland College announces a significant milestone in its history, with preliminary enrollment of 6,059, more than a 15% increase for the 2024 fall semester. With the second Fall term still to register, this marks the highest enrollment figure since 2011.

9/12/2024 1:12:07 PM

Mariah Whitley began pursuing a Paralegal degree as a single mother at the age of 29. She is now enjoying a successful corporate law career.

9/11/2024 4:17:09 PM

Midland College's Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, in collaboration with Reflection Ministries, is hosting a crucial community event titled "Voices: Stories from Survivors of Human Trafficking" on Tuesday, Sept. 17, at 6 p.m. The event will take place in Room 101 of the Marie Hall Academic Building at Midland College.

9/10/2024 5:20:00 PM

Midland College is excited to announce that its recent participation in the Tall City Invitational successfully raised $600 for Alumni Scholarships. This fundraising achievement underscores the continued support and enthusiasm of the Midland College Alumni and Former Students Association in fostering educational opportunities for current and future students.

9/6/2024 12:44:00 PM

After a successful screening of the critically acclaimed film "A Million Miles Away" at the Marian Blakemore Planetarium, Midland College now looks forward to welcoming the real-life inspiration behind the story, retired NASA astronaut José Hernández, as part of the upcoming Davidson Distinguished Lecture Series.

9/5/2024 9:22:03 AM

This short story is written by MC alum Roy Camarillo, now an accomplished writer living in Northern California. He said he discovered his passion and talent for writing as a Midland College student.

9/5/2024 9:00:41 AM

Writer Roy Camarillo discovered his passion and talent for writing as a Midland College student in the 1970s. Today he is an accomplished writer living in the California wine country.

9/3/2024 3:12:42 PM

Midland College is excited to announce FREE dual credit courses for all high school students in the service area. This initiative aims to provide greater access to transfer and CTE dual credit classes by removing financial barriers and creating educational and career opportunities. The offer is open to public, private, charter, and home school students and covers all fees for tuition, books and supplies.

8/30/2024 11:45:43 AM

Adebisi Saubana, a Midland College student, has been named an Oberndorf Scholar by Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society and has received a $1,500 scholarship.

8/23/2024 9:42:11 AM

Hannah Sanchez is transforming the passion she discovered at MC for literature and words into a bachelor's degree and possibly a career as an English teacher.

8/21/2024 11:08:17 AM

Midland College is proud to announce its selection as a member of the 2024-2025 cohort of the FirstGen Forward Network, a national initiative that recognizes institutions of higher education for their commitment to improving experiences and advancing success for first-generation college students. This prestigious designation highlights Midland College's dedication to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for all students.

8/16/2024 12:07:47 PM

Midland College is pleased to announce the hiring of Cory Hill as the new Assistant Coach for the Women's Basketball team. Hill brings a wealth of experience and a passion for developing student-athletes, making him a valuable addition to the Lady Chaps' coaching staff.

8/7/2024 11:03:46 AM

By the time she was 14, Brycie Tamayo was abusing drugs and alcohol. She was pregnant when she was 15. Now, she is in recovery, and this past May she graduated from Midland College.

8/1/2024 4:26:55 PM

Elvis Dominic is the recipient of the first Chaps Champion scholarship funded by the MC Faculty Senate Chili Cook-Off.

7/29/2024 2:33:01 PM

Midland College proudly announces that its golf team and 13 individual athletes from various sports have received NJCAA All-Academic recognition, highlighting their exceptional achievements both on the field and in the classroom.

7/29/2024 11:27:54 AM

Midland College has launched a new initiative for the fall 2024 semester offering GED graduates their first college course for free in an effort to foster educational and career advancement for GED graduates. The program is open to any resident in the college's service area who has completed a GED program through Midland College or another entity and not previously completed college coursework.

7/23/2024 2:26:26 PM

Midland College is proud to announce an $80,000 donation from the Permian Basin International Oil Show (PBIOS) to support programs dedicated to developing the next generation of energy professionals.

7/17/2024 1:52:56 PM

Midland College is proud to announce that 34 of its student athletes have been named to the 2024 Western Junior College Athletic Conference (WJCAC) All-Academic Team. This prestigious recognition highlights the exceptional dedication and hard work of these student athletes, who have excelled both on the field and in the classroom.

7/16/2024 2:56:00 PM

Midland College is proud to announce the receipt of a generous $10,000 scholarship grant from the National Board for Respiratory Care (NBRC). This significant contribution will provide vital support to students pursuing careers in respiratory therapy, underscoring the college's commitment to educational excellence and healthcare advancement.

7/16/2024 10:34:40 AM

Midland College is proud to announce the appointment of Kristina Gafford as the new head coach of the Midland College Volleyball team. Gafford, former Midland College standout and assistant coach since 2018, steps into this role with enthusiasm and a deep commitment to the program's success.

7/11/2024 4:16:58 PM

Midland College is in the process of developing a master plan, and community members are encouraged to join us by providing feedback. The plan is not just a roadmap for the coming years, but a flexible guide for the next 50 years. It will shape how our campus functions and will guide Midland College's academic mission, investments, and strategic vision through a data-driven approach, ensuring a secure and confident future for all.

6/20/2024 8:46:21 AM

In May 2024, Myanmar refugee Biak Tin Mang earned an associate degree from MC and graduated as the 2nd top student at ECHS@MC. In August, he will be attending UT Austin majoring in Engineering.

6/13/2024 11:20:46 AM

Midland College introduces College and Career Connections (C3), a collaborative initiative with Midland Independent School District (MISD) and local philanthropic organizations that aims to instill a culture of college and career readiness starting at the sixth-grade level. C3 seeks to facilitate a smooth transition from high school to the various post-secondary education and career pathways available through Midland College and across the Permian Basin.