It Is a Matter of  Fact . . .
McCook Community College, Nebraska’s first junior college founded in 1926, has a rich history that demonstrates steadfast commitment and performance in providing a quality and affordable education.  While MCC has always emphasized a general liberal arts education, changing times have created the need to be flexible and quick in responding to emerging technology, economic demands in our communities, and evolutions in the field of education and life long learning.  MCC has been, and will continue to be, a valuable resource for the area’s future economic development by providing a well-educated and well-trained workforce for business and industry throughout our state, nation, and world community.

It Is A Matter of the Pride . . .
We all share in MCC’s growth from classrooms in the local YMCA, to a campus of nine buildings, and a current Major Gifts Campaign underway to build a new 53,000 square foot Events Center to replace the function of True Hall built in 1939 . . . Pride in the establishment of the Hormel Business and Technology Center offering state-of-the-art training to business and industry in our area; the Esther Trantow Dobbie Advanced Studies Center which provides MCC students and citizens in Southwest Nebraska in-classroom and on-line access to bachelor and graduate degree programs; and the recently launched Center for Applied Science and Technology (CAST) Program . . .
Pride in the first decade of the new millennium that included the launch of a new graphic design degree curriculum; renovation and expansion of McMillen Hall and the Weeth Theatre in Tipton Hall; restoration, relocation and re-dedication of the campus historic chimes; a new MCC Memorabilia Area in von Riesen Library; and a Donor Recognition “Tree of Life” and “Wall of Honor” in McMillen Hall to honor over 80 years of philanthropy to McCook Community College . . .
Pride in state-of-the art distance learning and on-line capabilities . . .
Pride in the expansion of campus athletic programs to include men’s basketball and baseball, women’s softball and volleyball, and golf, and the consistent national ranking and recognitions of academic achievement for student athletes representing MCC’s teams . . .
Pride in the College’s vision to expand MCC’s campus facilities with the construction of an Events Center including: a 2,000 seat gymnasium that can host high school and college games, regional tournaments, and athletic camps; a multi-functional space to support college, community/and public service activities, programs, meetings and conferences; and a facility that fosters curriculum development opportunities in the areas of wellness and athletic training, sports medicine, nutritional and dietary management, recreation, sports, and events management . ..
Pride in the Foundation’s pledge of $2 million dollars for the construction of this Events Center . . .
Pride in a decade of financial support from the Foundation totaling $1.4 million dollars to McCook Community College students, facilities and programs.

It Is A Matter of Choice . . . that we all make the important decision to support the students and future of McCook Community College.  Providing Opportunity . . . Unlocking Potential . . . Investing in the Future . . . these are the cornerstones of purpose in our Foundation’s mission to enhance educational opportunities at McCook Community College.  Accomplishing our mission is possible because of the many loyal individuals and organizations who make the commitment to financially contribute to the success of the individual student and to MCC.  As we focus on the future, we invite you to participate with us to insure that students continue to receive the lifelong learning opportunities at MCC that will be the keys to unlocking their potential, to opening doors to future success and personal fulfillment, and to fostering their contributions to the vitality of our communities and our nation.  On behalf of the Foundation’s Board of Directors, the MPCC/MCC administration, and the students we all serve, I extend our sincere appreciation for your commitment to MCC and your financial support.                                 

Norma Stevens President – Board of Directors McCook College Foundation

Dear Friends of the College,
For over 35 years, the McCook College Foundation has contributed financial resources for the overall betterment of McCook Community College and its students.  McCook Community College is fortunate to be the recipient of generous gifts from benefactors who care about the welfare of college students and of a community college in Southwest Nebraska.  Many colleges only have the dream for such a relationship to a foundation.  As a college, we cherish that relationship and are grateful for the numerous contributions the McCook College Foundation continues to make to students, programs and facilities at McCook Community College.  If you are contemplating about where to give, please consider being a benefactor to the McCook College Foundation.  You can give with confidence that your gift will directly impact a student’s life and support the future of McCook Community College.

Dr. Michael R. Chipps - President Mid-Plains Community College

McCook Community College is a special place.  It has led the way in higher education in Southwest Nebraska for over 80 years.  Throughout its history, the College has maintained its positive impact on the economic health of the city and the surrounding communities by offering quality and affordable education, with excellent articulation agreements with Nebraska four-year colleges and universities, and by meeting the training needs of business and industry.  All of us who work for the College are dedicated to upholding the rich, honored tradition of MCC, and are grateful to be part of a growing family whose roots reach deep into the wellsprings of rural America.  The College’s current and past successes are reflected in the wonderful accomplishments of its alumni who began their careers right here in the hallowed halls of McMillen.  McCook Community College remains strong because of the people like you who are so willing to give back to the College that served them so well, and it will continue to lead the way because of the opportunities you provide through your financial commitment.  Thank you for being there for us.

Dr. Richard Tubbs - Vice-President McCook Community College