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MPCC instructor recognized for excellence in teaching

Thursday, May 21, 2026

A Mid-Plains Community College instructor is being honored for her commitment and contributions to higher education. Joanna Jacobs has been selected to receive the 2026 Excellence in Teaching Award from the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development.

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Dr. Leah Christensen named Budig Outstanding MCC teacher

Friday, May 8, 2026

McCook Community College awarded Dr. Leah Christensen with the 2026 Gene Budig Outstanding Faculty Award. The announcement came Friday during MCC’s Commencement ceremony at the Peter and Dolores Graff Events Center.

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Mid-Plains Community College releases list of 2026 graduates

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Mid-Plains Community College has released its list of graduates for the 2025-26 academic year. Three commencement ceremonies will be held on Friday, May 8. The events are free and open to public.

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Community Hospital to receive MCC’s 2026 President’s Award

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Community Hospital will receive the 2026 President’s Award at the McCook Community College commencement ceremony on Friday at 10 a.m., the hospital’s significant contributions to Mid-Plains Community College and its mission.

Koy McAllister competes in saddle bronc at the Cornhusker College Rodeo on Saturday in Lincoln. (Kalehua Sproat-Augustiro, Mid-Plains Community College)

Men’s rodeo team claims Great Plains Region crown at Cornhusker Rodeo

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

The No. 4 Mid-Plains Community College men’s rodeo team secured the Great Plains Region crown following the Cornhusker College Rodeo in Lincoln on Saturday.