MTCC Alumni, McKesson and Ramsey, Receive Distinguished Awards for Local Contributions

Ray McKesson and Don Ramsey, alumni of McDowell Tech Community College (MTCC), were honored with the Distinguished Alumni Awards. These awards are given to alumni who have shown outstanding service and contributions in their professions and communities. The ceremony is an annual event that celebrates the achievements of MTCC graduates.

Ryan Garrison, the Interim President of MTCC, commended McKesson and Ramsey for their ongoing contributions to the college and the wider McDowell County community. Both individuals have focused on supporting vulnerable groups such as the poor, minorities, the elderly, and the disabled, leading initiatives that have a significant impact.

Ray McKesson, who graduated in 1975, has had a notable career in various roles at McDowell Tech, including Vice-President for Finance and Administration. He earned a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Western Carolina University. McKesson is active in the community, serving on several boards including the McDowell County Health Coalition and the Board of Trustees of Mission Hospital McDowell. He is also the President of the NAACP McDowell County and has been instrumental in starting programs like an endowed scholarship at McDowell Tech, which raised over $25,000 for local students.

Don Ramsey, also an MTCC alumnus, has contributed significantly to law enforcement and local government. After working with the McDowell County Sheriff’s Office, he moved into educational roles and politics, serving as the McDowell County Clerk of Court and a member of the Marion City Council. His work has influenced policies that benefit public safety and law enforcement.

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