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Why Starting at Midland College Might Be the Smartest Move You Make

Students and families often wonder if starting at a community college is really the right move. Despite the progress we've made in showing different pathways into a career, there is still a belief that where you start defines where you will end up. What I have seen, year after year, is the opposite. MC's commitment to student success is what makes it such a great place to start your education.

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Midland College Honors Olivia Trischitti as 2026 Chap Champion at Honors Convocation

On Tuesday, May 5, Midland College recognized Olivia Trischitti as the 2026 Chap Champion during its annual Honors Convocation, which celebrates outstanding academic achievement, leadership, and student success.

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Midland College Students Excel at SkillsUSA District and State Competitions

Students from Midland College earned multiple honors at the 2025 SkillsUSA District and State competitions, demonstrating their technical knowledge and hands-on skills across a variety of contests. At the district competition, Midland College students earned top finishes in automotive, diesel, and mechatronics events, with several advancing to the state level.

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Midland College and Midland ISD Celebrate First-Ever Applied Technology Signing Day

In a moment that mirrored the excitement of an athletic signing day, Midland College and Midland ISD came together to celebrate a different kind of commitment rooted in skill, purpose, and career readiness. At the first-ever Applied Technology Signing Day, high school seniors formally committed to continuing their education at Midland College and pursuing hands-on training in high-demand technical fields.

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Legacy Scholars Celebrate a Year of Service and Student Impact; Donating $14,000 to Communities in Schools

Midland College recently hosted its annual End-of-Year Celebration honoring students in the Legacy Scholars Program, an evening that recognized academic success, personal growth, and the community partnerships that make the program possible. This year, Midland College Legacy Scholars logged 10,000+ service hours and donated $14,000 to support Communities in Schools of the Permian Basin's mental health initiatives, while celebrating big wins along the way.