Dennis Brookshire (‘90 Associate in Science) transferred to the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering. He is now working as an Energy Manager for Honeywell Int. “If it weren’t for MCC, none of this success would have been possible.”

Gregory Gibson (‘70 - ‘96 Fine Arts) said “The very open-minded instructors in the Fine Arts program were life changing!”

Michael Fox (‘78 GM Apprentice) remembers that his physics teacher was a philosopher and “a great guy.” He was informative, funny, easy-going and a good teacher.

Rebecca McLogan (‘76 Community Education and Art) said she thinks the MCC Art Program is great! She remains an MCC sports fan.

Joyce Vansickle, MLPN (‘92 Nursing) was 43-years old when she started the nursing program. “I was so afraid that I couldn’t do it. But, thanks to my nursing clinical instructor, Mrs. Balinger, I graduated with high honors at 45 yrs old!” She also worked part-time while going to school.

Sherry Brackins (‘02 Criminal Justice) was employed with Federal Express after her graduation.

Patricia Karrick (‘74-‘91 General Education) said it was a struggle to further her education due to various interruptions including work, military and being a single mother. “MCC gave me the opportunity to keep coming back. And I plan to return again soon and never quit.”

Gregory Schliter (‘91 Business) remains an MCC sports fan. “The greatest thing about MCC was the ability to work and attend classes. You were able to set the pace based upon your schedule. MCC made it possible to get a higher education while maintaining a full-time job.”

Sandra Thurau (‘75 Medical Nursing Assistant) enjoyed all her classes and instructors, especially Psychology and P&A. “I really wanted to be a nurse, but MCC had a waiting list, so I took a lot of pre-classes, and became a certified medical assistant.”

Sharon Duso (‘72 Nursing) said Dr. Schleg was the “best of the best.”

Marjorie Gorelon (‘77 LPN) said she is “so grateful to MCC. It enabled me to have a very fruitful life after the age of 57, including nursing for 13 months in Jerusalem, Israel. God Bless you!”

Heidi Dowd (Nursing) said Lilly McCain was one of her “favorite” instructors. “She was very interesting and really knew how to present material. Mr. Rozycki was also a great instructor.”

Alan Houtaling (‘68 Education/ Anthropology) remembers being in class with Don Brewer, drummer of Grand Funk Railroad and William Johnson of Political Science went on to be head of Urban League. Wise B. Joseph was his favorite instructor. He remains an MCC sports fan.

Reginald Simmons (‘81 Psychology - Pre Med) reports she is self employed. Janette Blake (‘80 Nursing) said, “I enjoyed the year I had as a ward conference nurse in my clinicals of nursing. My teacher had a sense of humor. We did a fruit roll-up - she nearly climbed the blackboard. I think her name was Ruby Thomas.”

Marquita Coleman (‘65 French) said she remembers playing cards in the Union Hall when President Kennedy was shot. “I was a cheerleader, but we couldn’t travel to away games.”

Gina Laajala (‘06 Associate of Arts) said her favorite instructor was Chet Wilson of Geology.

Kerie Kachel (‘84 Nursing) said her best memories of MCC were Mrs. Pauline Barr and Mrs. Janice Haupt.

Susanne Boyd (‘02 Child Development) is employed at Head Start. John O’Brien (‘03 General Studies) said, “I took classes to improve my abilities and to enjoy my special interests. I still enjoy scuba diving, piano, computer, spanish and the rest of the subjects I took at MCC. Thank you so much. It was great.”

Trina Stewart (‘87 General Studies) said Eva Fizette was very helpful in helping her to graduate. “She always told me that I could be the best and I held on to that dream.” She also remembers the Game Room as “most exciting.”

William Chatterson (‘82 Fine Arts) said, “Bob Caskey has had a lifelong influence on my career and helped shape my personal values. He gave everything to his students - he will be missed.”

Kathi Scruggs (‘90 ADN) said “The entire nursing program and staff were great for my educational learning.”

Marilyn Kennedy (‘70 - ‘90 Business) said her voice/music teacher was her favorite instructor. “He said I sing like Ella Fitzgerald - Mr. Bumbgard - he’s deceased.”

David Wilson (‘80 Associate of Science) remains an MCC sports fan. He reports that Cy Leder of Eng 102 and Dr Wilson of Geology were his favorite instructors.

Kathy Flowers (‘90 Deaf Studies) said Fairy Hayes-Scott was the best teacher she had. "I loved MCC! I wish it was a 4-yr college. Campus was nice, teachers were great, people were friendly & I refer many people to MCC."

"Even though I am an alumnus of two other universities, my heart is only with "Flint Junior College" and its subsequent names. I contribute so much more to you than I do to the other two colleges combined. And I plan to continue that for as long as I can. Being involved with the alumni association, I feel more "connected" to the college and this makes me realize that not only my education there was superior, but now my association with all of you there has enhanced my viewpoint of just what the college is about. It is wonderful to know that you all embrace alums like me to your Foundation. Please continue to provide the finest education that is possible. The college and the town provided me with my basic start in the world and, as I said above, is where my heart is. Thank you for all that you have done for me and countless other students there." - John K. Krupp, MBA, CPA

Ted Cragar recently noted: "MCC was my best educational and social college experience! I was involved in studies, varsity sports, intramurals and plays. My degrees: AA in 1964 at MCC, BS in 1967 at CMU, and MBA in 1973 at Pepperdine."

Dr. Jim Nelson, Jr. graduated in 1961 with an Associates Degree in Science (Pre-Med) and is an allergist. He credits MCC with getting him into medical school, citing that the special attention and quality education he received at MCC encouraged him to succeed.

Karolina Oller (1989 Business Administration) lives in Lansing and says, "Professor Prokos is still in my head, teaching English 101 and 102! My perseverance paid off - I received my BA in 1996!"

Louis Markee (1970 Library Arts) lives in Flint and remembers that his political science teacher, Mr. Melchir, was always interesting to listen to. He also fondly recalls the rec room "and all the good looking girls there to feast your eyes on."

Veronica Yates lives in Flint and remains an MCC sports fan. She recalls that she took a math course during summer and "it was a lot of work! It was a two hour class that met four times per week! It was my one and only A in math from grade school to college! Great teacher!"

Dr. Carla Cook, a retired radiation oncologist, attended Flint Jr. College from 1955-1957.

The following MCC Alumni were inducted to the Greater Flint Afro-American Hall of Fame on February 22, 1998:
Amos Buford
Dr. Cloyce Dickerson
Dr. Charles Teaberry
Justus Thigpen
Wayne Thomas