Spotlights

Rhonda Knaack, program chair of Radiologic Technology and Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Rhonda Knaack: From MCC Student to Program Chair

Rhonda Knaack, who began as an MCC student, now heads the college’s Radiologic Technology and Sonography programs. She draws on 40 years of clinical experience to train students for careers in local medical imaging.
MCC student Humza Bangash stands in the lobby of the Liebman Science Center holding a number 1.

Counting on Success: Humza Bangash Pursues an Accounting Career at MCC

Following in his grandfather’s CPA footsteps, Humza Bangash is studying accounting at MCC. He’s building a professional foundation with practical skills as he works toward his associate and bachelor’s degrees.
MCC student Coty Reyes

Coty Reyes: It’s Never Too Late to Start

Inspired by her children, Coty Reyes returned to MCC after 24 years to build a new career and prove it’s never too late to invest in yourself.
MCC alumna Marianna Ivanovskaya-Pierard is wearing a purple shirt and gray apron while harvesting fresh leafy greens in the MCC greenhouse.

Growing a Career from the Ground Up

Marianna Ivanovskaya-Pierard traded accounting for horticulture at MCC. Now a Greenhouse Manager, she’s grown a rewarding career from the ground up, rooted in hands-on learning and a deep connection to nature.
MCC horticulture student Jyinxs Crisp is wearing a dark green shirt and bandana, standing inside MCC's greenhouse with rows of hydroponically grown leafy green plants.

Cultivating Success: Jyinxs Crisp Digs into Horticulture at MCC

After switching from nursing to horticulture at MCC, Jyinxs Crisp found her calling in hands-on greenhouse work. Now at SIU, she’s using her MCC skills to pursue a career in healing through plants and hemp cultivation.
MCC history instructor, Sarah Sullivan

MCC's Sarah Sullivan Talks Marshall Field's on WTTW

Field’s was a Chicago institution that played a role in many of the city’s major historic events... it pioneered many innovations in customer service and retail! There is some big nostalgia in this topic.
Recent MCC Grad David Aquino Mendoza

MCC Grad Turns Internship into a Job

David Aquino Mendoza turned his internship into a part-time job at the Business Office, gaining experience before transferring to UIC for an accounting degree.
MCC student Calvin McFalls

Career Services Connects Calvin McFalls With Ideal Job

With help from MCC Career Services, Calvin McFalls built a strong resume, connected with Xact Wire EDM, and quickly landed a job that fits his skills and interests.