Student Spotlights

MCC student Yadira Placencia, wearing a gray MCC 1967 sweatshirt, holds a yellow number 1 cutout in Co/Lab B.

Yadira Placencia’s Journey to Sonography and Scholarship Success

Starting at MCC helped Yadira Placencia get out of her comfort zone, pursue her dream career, and grow both personally and professionally. Learn more about Yadira’s story.
MCC student Martha Malvaez stands in the CATI holding a number 1.

Martha Malvaez: Building a Future for Her Family

Inspired by her family, Martha Malvaez is pursuing an Administrative Office Technologies degree at MCC. She's building career confidence through dedicated faculty support and tutoring resources.
MCC student Taiya Stewart stands in front of a clinical lab holding a number 1.

Nursing Student Taiya Stewart Finds Her Purpose at MCC

Taiya Stewart’s journey at MCC started with one goal: to work in healthcare. Once she took her first classes in the CNA program, she knew that caring for patients was where she was meant to be.
MCC student Humza Bangash stands in the lobby of the Liebman Science Center holding a number 1.

Counting on Success: Humza Bangash Pursues an Accounting Career at MCC

Following in his grandfather’s CPA footsteps, Humza Bangash is studying accounting at MCC. He’s building a professional foundation with practical skills as he works toward his associate and bachelor’s degrees.
MCC student Coty Reyes

Coty Reyes: It’s Never Too Late to Start

Inspired by her children, Coty Reyes returned to MCC after 24 years to build a new career and prove it’s never too late to invest in yourself.