Celebrating Local Achievements: Montcalm Community College Hosts 57th Commencement Ceremony

Montcalm Community College (MCC) held its 57th annual commencement ceremony on May 3 at the college’s Sidney campus gymnasium. The event celebrated the graduation of 154 students who received degrees and certificates. The ceremony recognized the academic achievements and hard work of the students.

The commencement speech was given by Ty Hallock, a Vice President at First Companies and a local figure in real estate development. Hallock, who also has a background in athletics, spoke about the importance of mental and physical health and encouraged the graduates to make a positive impact in their communities. He stressed the value of striving for excellence.

During the ceremony, MCC student Gwenyth Platte shared her experiences at the college. Platte, an Early College student from Ionia, graduated with a MiTransfer Pathway Social Work Associate of Arts degree. She spoke about how her early college courses sparked her interest and helped her grow. Her story underscored the transformative power of education.

The event also honored several faculty members and alumni for their contributions. Nursing Instructor Tabitha Keiffer from Carson City received the Leslie K. Morford Faculty Recognition Award for her dedication to teaching. Dave Hansen, an Adjunct Instructor from Lakeview, received the Outstanding Adjunct Faculty Award. Additionally, Emily Petersen from Grand Island, Nebraska, was given the Distinguished Alumni Award, highlighting the impact of MCC’s alumni network.

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