Christina Koch, a veteran NASA astronaut & Artemis II mission specialist, once taught physics at Montgomery College—reflecting the exceptional faculty shaping students’ futures. Photo credit: NASA

MC ALERT: Montgomery College will CLOSE (code RED) beginning at noon today, Monday, March 16, 2026, because of the forecast that calls for hazardous weather conditions. Until noon today, the College will operate under code ORANGE, as previously announced.

MC ALERT: Montgomery College will operate under code ORANGE beginning at 7 a.m. on Monday, March 16, 2026, due to the forecast that anticipates hazardous weather conditions. As a result, all campuses and locations will be closed, and all on-site events and activities scheduled are canceled.

At Junior Achievement Finance Park inside Thomas Edison High School, middle school students aren’t just learning about money—they’re living it. One of the life skills they learn is the importance of education, courtesy of Montgomery College & The Universities at Shady Grove.

#MontgomeryCollege alumnus Alie Karambash testified at @mococouncilmd.bsky.social in support of MC’s theatre arts program “A renovated Theatre Arts Building would be a promising investment for the students at MC who will become our region’s next actors, producers, set designers & sound technicians.”

MC ALERT: Montgomery College will CLOSE at 7 p.m. Sat. evening and remain closed Sun. & Mon. due to the winter storm forecast and resulting weather conditions. The College will operate under code RED from 7 p.m. Sat., Jan. 24, 2026 until 7 a.m. Tues., January 27.

"The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character—that is the goal of true education." ~Martin Luther King, Jr.

Exciting News from the Best of 2025 series⸺The Supreme Court of Maryland held oral arguments at Montgomery College Rockville Campus back in March! More than 350 MCPS students joined us, making it a fantastic learning opportunity. Imagine witnessing justice in action while exploring your future!

Best of 2025: Our Reimagined Library is Open! The Montgomery College Library at our Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus reopened in January with a modernized interior, more group study rooms, a silent reading space, and a high-tech classroom.

Celebrating our Best of 2025! We are proud to be recognized as the top community college in Maryland and ranked 17th nationally among more than 650 community colleges according to WalletHub's 2025 study. We attribute our success to our amazing faculty, staff, community members, and our students!

Kicking off our Best of 2025 series! First up: the unveiling of our new brand. The energy was electric as the whole Montgomery College community came together to launch something special. Check out our brand refresh: https://go2mc.me/brand-campaign

Join the Montgomery College Alumni Association at Give A Hoot Comedy Club on Dec 12 & 13 at 8 p.m. for a show featuring Tommy Gooch! Tickets are $20 in advance ($25 at the door) & proceeds support student scholarships! Reserve your seat now! https://www.giveahootcomedy.com/events/116141

The Campus Center (CC) on the Montgomery College Rockville Campus will reopen Wednesday 12/10 for all classes and services resuming normal operations. The water main break has been repaired and service restored to the building.

Support #MontgomeryCollege student scholarships by visiting Give A Hoot Comedy Club Dec. 12 & 13, at 8 p.m. for a special comedy show. Tickets are $20 in advance & $25 at the door. Reserve your seat today to support student success. https://www.giveahootcomedy.com/events/116141#MontgomeryCollege

Hose’s journey started rocky, feeling lost after transferring to #MontgomeryCollege. Thanks to the Presidential Scholars Program, he found support & direction. His story is proof success is possible! Support students by donating to MC on #GivingTuesday. https://fundraise.givesmart.com/e/1WWApA#MontgomeryCollege#GivingTuesday

In 2025, #MontgomeryCollege awarded 2,150 students scholarships averaging $1,559 per student. With your support, more students can continue their studies in #STEM & other in-demand fields. Make a gift online at https://fundraise.givesmart.com/e/1WWApA#MontgomeryCollege#STEMr Text MCGIVE25 to 41444

Caleb overcame homelessness & navigated college as a first-generation student. At #MontgomeryCollege, the Presidential Scholars Program gave him community & a path to success. Help students like Caleb: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/e/1VVVAoA?vid=1mka8#MontgomeryCollegeor text MCGIVE25 to 41444

Montgomery College brought home 9 Medallion Awards at the 2025 National Council for Marketing & Public Relations (NCMPR) District 1 Conference in Pittsburgh!

MC ALERT URGENT: Due to a Power failure, the Mannakee building on the #MontgomeryCollege Rockville Campus will be closed until further notice. Students with classes in this building, please contact your instuctors. An update will be provided when power is restored.

"Those that fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it." This Winston Churchill quote inspires history professor Devon Broecking-Knowlton, who joined #MontgomeryCollege in spring 2024. He teaches World History courses. He hopes his students will be enlightened about history afterwards.

Make your mark and be a hero in our community. Sign up for the #MontgomeryCollege #BloodDrive at Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus on Tues., Oct. 28, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.! 1 donation can save up to 3 lives! Health Sciences Center (HC), 7600 Takoma Ave., Takoma Park

Calling All Space Enthusiasts! Join us at the NEW Montgomery College Planetarium for an out-of-this-world journey exploring humanity's search for intelligent life beyond Earth! Choose between a matinee and the evening performance on Nov. 1. https://www.ubmeevents.com/39923~carriefitz

LIFESAVERS NEEDED! Join us for the #MontgomeryCollege #BloodDrive at Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus on Oct. 28, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.! 1 donation can save up to 3 lives! Make your mark and be a hero in our community. Health Sciences Center (HC), 7600 Takoma Ave., Takoma Park

MC Day is your chance to explore #MontgomeryCollege's resources all in one day. Join us at any of our campus locations to discover programs that fit your life, connect with services designed to support learners, and find opportunities you didn't even know existed. Visit https://bit.ly/MC-Day-2025#MontgomeryCollege

Dispose of your unwanted medications! Bring them to Montgomery College and drop off at our designated collection areas. It's quick, easy, and helps keep our community & environment safe. Wed., Oct. 22, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. ECEC & CT Thurs., Oct. 23, 10 a.m-2 p.m. Germantown, BE Rockville, SV TPSS ST Lobby

Go further, faster and closer to your academic dreams by enrolling in #MontgomeryCollege's 7-week classes! Earn just as many credits as a full term class in half the amount of time. Classes begin Oct 29! Check out the course selection today at montgomerycollege.edu#MontgomeryCollege

Remember your old #MontgomeryCollege days? Join fellow MC alumni for an evening of great food, drinks, and even better company. Reconnect with old friends, swap stories about "back in the day" & help us support the next generation of Raptors through scholarships. It's been too long—let's catch up!

#MontgomeryCollege is looking for a passionate community leader to join its Board of Trustees! You'll help guide one of the region's premier #CommunityColleges. We're looking for candidates who believes in accessible education. https://go2mc.me/become-a-trustee

Accelerate YOUR future! #MontgomeryCollege's 7-week classes are the perfect way to fast-track your goals without the semester-long commitment. ✨ Intensive learning ✨ Flexible scheduling ✨ Real results, faster Deadline: Oct. 29 Your future self will thank you for starting today. montgomerycollege.edu

If you plan to graduate from #MontgomeryCollege this fall, the deadline to apply is October 1. Apply now at www.montgomerycollege.edu/admissions-r...

Invest in your dreams--Montgomery College's Office of Financial Aid has you covered with their upcoming "How to Pay for College" event. * Sat., Oct. 4 * 10 a.m.-2 p.m. * Montgomery College Rockville Campus, SV Building, Floor 2 Register at bit.ly/FA_Help

Join us for the Family Empowerment Resource Fair Sat., Sept. 27, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at #MontgomeryCollege Rockville Campus! Everyone is welcome to attend! ✅ Free entry + refreshments ✅ Resources for families & caregivers Register: bit.ly/2025-ferf-atte…

The Montgomery College Library at Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus is officially OPEN! This state-of-the-art facility represents our ongoing commitment to providing exceptional educational resources and fostering academic success for both our students and the broader community. #MontgomeryCollege

What an AMAZING night at our #MontgomeryCollege Raptors pep rally! Our students & employees brought incredible energy with cheers, fun games, and plenty of new swag to share. Keep cheering on our athletes at their upcoming games at www.mcraptors.com/landing/index

The #MontgomeryCollege Planetarium presents how astronomers “decode” light to reveal the hidden wonders of the cosmos. Take home a star chart and the ability to find celestial objects on your own. Sat., Oct. 4, 7-8 p.m. MC Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus www.ubmeevents.com/39923~carrie...

#MontgomeryCollege's Office of Financial Aid is hosting "How to Pay for College" – your chance to get expert guidance on making education affordable! Saturday, October 4 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. In-person: Rockville Campus (SV, 2nd floor) Virtual: Zoom 1:1 sessions available Walk-ins welcome!

Registration is open for Information Literacy Week at #MontgomeryCollege (Sept 22-26)! Join us to explore "Information Crossroads" with expert speakers and tailored events. Let’s dive into media literacy & academic integrity together! See list of events & register at go2mc.me/infolitweek2...

#MontgomeryCollege part-time faculty Tyler Herman inspires students with dynamic courses like Fundamentals of Acting, prioritizing safety & storytelling. "These diverse students are the lifeblood of the College!" Learn more about Prof. Herman - ow.ly/u9oS50WWPPp

Your future is within your reach--Montgomery College's Office of Financial Aid has you covered with their upcoming "How to Pay for College" event. Join them in-person or on Zoom--whatever is convenient for you! * Sat., Oct. 4 * 10 a.m.-2 p.m. * #MontgomeryCollege Rockville

Join #MontgomeryCollege's Science, Engineering Technology Team this Thursday, Sept 11, at 6 p.m., at the MC Germantown Campus, HT, Globe Hall, for a mind-bending talk by Dr. Carl Miller on quantum physics & cryptography! Free and open to the public!

There is a wealth of housing, income, child care & food resources available to Montgomery County families. Learn about them at the FREE Family Empowerment Resource Fair! Sat., Sept. 27, from 11 a.m.–3 p.m. #MontgomeryCollege Rockville Campus, Becker Quad Register bit.ly/2025-ferf-attendee

Students are back for fall semester and loving #MontgomeryCollege's fresh new brand. Same great academics and caring faculty, just with a bold new identity that shows we're ready for what's next. Learn more about our new brand at go2mc.me/brand-campaign #BeExtraordinaryMC

Celebrate Enkutatash with #MontgomeryCollege, where you'll find a hub of cultural diversity. We invite everyone to share in Ethiopia’s rich heritage. * Sat., Sept. 6, from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. * MC Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus, ST *Park at East Garage on King Street #BeExtraordinaryMC #MCProud

Welcome back, Raptors! Today was all about reconnecting and reigniting that campus spirit at #MontgomeryCollege! #BeExtraordinaryMC #RaptorPride #BackToSchool

Meet Denisia Jocktane Akagah – a bioengineering powerhouse who graduated from #MontgomeryCollege with a perfect 4.0 GPA. Thanks to a new transfer scholarship between Montgomery College and Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), she is headed to RIT for a biomedical engineering degree!

The quantum revolution is coming for your passwords! Join Dr. Carl Miller from NIST for "Behind the Q-Ball"-- a fascinating dive into how quantum physics is forcing us to completely reinvent cryptography. #MontgomeryCollege Germantown Campus, HT, Globe Hall Thursday, Sept. 11, 6 p.m. Free event

#MontgomeryCollege was proud to host Maryland Governor @govwesmoore.bsky.social as he announced his “Feds to Ed” initiative, noting MC is one of 10 Maryland #CommunityColleges receiving support through a $1 million investment!

We’re making an impact in our local community! During the past year, #MontgomeryCollege hosted career fairs and targeted hiring events for displaced federal workers, connecting 1,500+ jobseekers to employers.

More than 300 high school students earned their associate degrees from #MontgomeryCollege before graduating from high school, thanks to our successful Dual Enrollment program! ~noted by President Jermaine F. Williams at Fall Convocation.

“#MontgomeryCollege saw a 16% increase in enrollment over the past 3 years,” says President Jermaine F. Williams at this year’s Fall Convocation. “Thousands of lives have life-changing access to educational opportunities & upward mobility!”