FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

September 2024

Mohave Community College Awarded Nearly $3 Million Federal Grant to Improve Success for Hispanic and Low-Income Students

MOHAVE COUNTY, AZ – Mohave Community College (MCC) is proud to announce that it has been awarded a substantial federal grant of nearly $3 million by the U.S. Department of Education. This grant will bolster MCC’s commitment to empowering students from diverse backgrounds, as it supports the college’s Pathways to Success for Hispanic and Low-Income Students project.

As a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), MCC is dedicated to improving academic success, graduation rates, and career readiness for Hispanic and low-income students. “This grant will have a transformative impact on our students, especially those who need the most support,” said MCC President Dr. Stacy Klippenstein. “It’s about creating lasting systemic changes that will benefit our students and our community for years to come.”

The grant will expand personalized guidance to help students select their academic and career paths. This initiative will reduce the time it takes them to earn a degree or certificate and create more programs to prepare students for college-level coursework. “MCC is deeply honored to receive this prestigious grant from the U.S. Department of Education,” said MCC Executive Vice President Tim Culver. “It’s a tremendous opportunity to expand our efforts to ensure Hispanic and low-income students have the support they need to succeed.”

The project is based on the Guided Pathways Framework developed by the Community College Research Center (CCRC). This initiative further emphasizes the importance of creating clear and structured pathways for students. MCC is enhancing student success by developing clear academic program maps that guide students toward their career and educational goals. The college has also improved its student onboarding process and is further enhancing it so every student has a personalized plan for their education and career.

This grant comes during MCC’s commitment to expanding service to the diverse population of Mohave County, the fifth-largest county in the U.S. The College’s mission aligns perfectly with the grant objectives, particularly in fostering inclusive support services for Hispanic and low-income students.

MCC is currently enrolling students in short-term fall semester classes, which begin October 14. New and returning students may get started at Mohave.edu/Admission.

For further information:

Contact:
MCC Media Relations
MCC@Mohave.edu
1-866-MOHAVECC

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