For the seventh time, Montgomery County Community College has been recognized nationally for its welcoming, inclusive, and supportive workplace and learning environment.

The National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development and “Diverse: Issues In Higher Education” have named MCCC as one of the Most Promising Places to Work in Community Colleges across the country.

MCCC was one of only 20 community and technical colleges in the United States selected for this highly regarded award.

“At Montgomery County Community College, our deep commitment to equity, diversity and belonging is engrained in every aspect of our policies, practices and daily work,” said Dr. Victoria L. Bastecki-Perez, MCCC President.

“Receiving this national recognition for the seventh time demonstrates who we are as an institution – one with an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued and respected through the collective efforts of our faculty, staff, administrators and Board of Trustees.”

In MCCC’s “Montco for All – Building Our Future Together,” plan equity is elevated as a key value and incorporated into all of the components, including to ensure student learning, enhance the employee experience and expand community participation.

While creating the Strategic Plan, MCCC revised and expanded its Equity Statement, which highlights MCCC’s commitment “to ensure all students, employees, and community members are successful by the intentional design of college experiences and celebrates the intersection of race, ethnicity, gender identity, language, (dis)ability, sexual orientation, economic status, and/or religion in its community.”

In 2022, MCCC welcomed two new members to lead its ongoing commitment. Dr. Stephanie R. Allen was named the new Director of Equity, Diversity and Belonging, and Yamilet Reyes was hired as the Program Coordinator of Equity, Diversity and Belonging.

The President’s Advisory Council on Equity and Social Justice is comprised of students, faculty, administrators, staff and community members, who contribute to and provide oversight and coordination for equity, diversity and belonging for college-wide programming.

The annual Presidential Symposium on Diversity was expanded this year into a three-day event called “Inspire Beyond Inclusion,” which engaged over 400 students, employees, trustees and community members.

In addition to the Symposium, MCCC hosts other programs and events throughout the year, including the Richard K. Bennett Distinguished Lectureship – Racism in America Series, Lively Arts Series performances and art exhibitions.

MCCC also offers a Faculty Diversity Fellowship program, a one-year program that provides each faculty fellow with opportunities for teaching or non-teaching opportunities.

Montgomery County Community College virtual tour of Blue Bell campus.