McLennan Community College Foundation

06/02/2026

Once a Highlander, always a Highlander 🧡

Join us for the MCC Highlander Alumni Reunion on Thursday, June 11 at Cameron Hall for an evening of connection, nostalgia, and Highlander pride!

Enjoy a burger basket meal, alumni giveaways, door prizes, and time to reconnect with fellow alumni and friends of MCC. Registration also includes this year’s retro inspired alumni shirt and custom aluminum cup.

📍 Cameron Hall
🗓 Thursday, June 11
⏰ 5:30 p.m.
🎟 $10 per person

All proceeds support the MCC Highlander Alumni Association.

Register today: https://app.betterunite.com/themclennancommunitycollegefoundation-mccalumnigathering

05/16/2026

Congratulations to Highlander Men’s Golf on bringing home the 2026 NJCAA Division I National Championship! We are so proud of this team and their incredible season.

Go Highlanders! 🧡

NATIONAL CHAMPIONS!!! Highlander Men's Golf rallied to win the 2026 NJCAA Division I Golf National Championship with a four-round total of 1,172, one stroke ahead of second place Indian Hills!

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05/05/2026

MCC Foundation scholarships are now open! 💙

Apply for 2026–27 by May 15.

Start your application today: https://mclennan.awardspring.com/

05/01/2026

Big news for MCC students 💙

Thanks to a generous scholarship from Magnolia, the new Magnolia Scholarship Endowment—established by Chip Gaines and Joanna Gaines—will support more than 50 Central Texas students each year, helping remove financial barriers and open doors to college and career training.

For Joanna, it’s a full-circle moment—she started her journey right here at MCC. Now, that same opportunity will be extended to others ready to take their next step.

Applications open May 1. Learn more: mclennan.edu/foundation

Read the full release here: https://www.mclennan.edu/news/magnolia-scholarship-endowment.html

04/29/2026

We are incredibly grateful for this generous gift that will open doors for so many students in our community. Thank you to Chip Gaines, Joanna Gaines, and Magnolia for your commitment to education and for investing in the future of Central Texas students. 💙

This new Magnolia Scholarship Endowment is expected to support more than 50 MCC students annually by helping remove financial barriers and create opportunities to pursue their goals.

Big news for MCC students 💙

Thanks to a generous scholarship from Magnolia, the new Magnolia Scholarship Endowment—established by Chip Gaines and Joanna Gaines—will support more than 50 Central Texas students each year, helping remove financial barriers and open doors to college and career training.

For Joanna, it’s a full-circle moment—she started her journey right here at MCC. Now, that same opportunity will be extended to others ready to take their next step.

Applications open May 1. Learn more: mclennan.edu/foundation

Read the full release here: https://www.mclennan.edu/news/magnolia-scholarship-endowment.html

03/24/2026

A beautiful start to the day and a reminder of the environment we are proud to provide for our students. At MCC, it takes a community to create spaces where students can thrive, and we are grateful for those who make it possible every day.

📸 Photo credit: Ronald (Dale) Bredemeyer, captured while caring for our campus grounds in the early morning hours.

03/20/2026

Thank you for supporting MCC Agriculture students!

Because of YOU, our newest Highlander has a name… Arena! (a fun nod to Mac + Arena… Macarena!)

We’re so grateful for the incredible participation from our community. Your creativity and generosity helped raise $465 to support hands-on learning opportunities for McLennan Community College agriculture students at Highlander Ranch.

Your support truly makes a difference 💙.

03/04/2026

Someone new has joined our herd, and she needs a name!

McLennan Community College’s Agriculture/Agribusiness program, led by Assistant Professor Kirk Schlemmer, has welcomed a beautiful calf, and you can help name her. With a $5 donation, you can cast a vote for your favorite name for our newest Highlander. With a $20 donation, you can submit a new name for others to consider.

Voting begins today and ends on March 18. All proceeds directly support the growth of this program and the students it serves.

Your decision to donate and vote helps the Foundation connect community generosity with student success and the continued growth of the college.

Thank you for being our partner in supporting MCC students.

https://app.betterunite.com/themclennancommunitycollegefoundation-namethecalfathighlanderranch-1

02/27/2026

We are proud to introduce the 2026 McLennan Community College Foundation Board of Directors, a dedicated group of community leaders who generously volunteer their time, expertise, and leadership to support the mission of the McLennan Community College Foundation and the success of MCC students. 🎓

Through their service, the Foundation advances scholarships, programs, and opportunities that help students succeed and strengthen our community.

Front row, left to right: Debbie Sartain, Mosie Holley (Chair), Glenda Strum, Dr. Johnette McKown (Secretary), Dr. Dianne Sawyer, Sarah Pick, and Deidra Emerson.

Second row, left to right: Betsy Reeder (Treasurer), Kay Olson, Dr. Laura Wichman, Judge Vicki Menard, Len Brown, Johnny Giotes, and Paul McClinton.

Third row, left to right: Chris Qualls (Executive Director), Dana Hassell, Jonathan Hill, Dr. Eddie Morrison, J. David Dickson, Brian Aynesworth, and Clint Lewis.

Not pictured: John Bible, Rodney Clark, Andy Harwell, Sabrina Moore (Vice Chair), Misti Mostiller, and Earl Stinnett.

We are grateful for their leadership and commitment to the McLennan Community College Foundation and the students we serve. Please join us in thanking these outstanding volunteers for their service. 💙

02/20/2026

What a beautiful evening celebrating the arts and the incredible impact they have on our students! ✨

Thank you to everyone who attended the 24th Annual Hearts in the Arts Gala and made the night so special. Because of your generosity, proceeds from the evening will directly support McLennan Community College Visual & Performing Arts students and help ensure they have outstanding opportunities to learn, perform, and create.

We are deeply grateful to our generous sponsors, dedicated gala committee, and wonderful volunteers whose time and talents made this event possible. A very special thank you to our outstanding chairs, Don and Virginia Lewis, for their leadership, generosity, and heartfelt support of MCC and our students.

We also extend our appreciation to Waco Social for the stunning décor, The Olive Branch for the delicious catering, and to everyone who participated in this year’s silent auction. Congratulations as well to McLennan Theatre and the talented cast and crew of Nunsense for a fantastic performance that made the evening truly unforgettable.

We’re excited to share photos from this wonderful night of community, celebration, and support. Thank you for helping us keep the arts thriving at MCC! 💙