Mid-Atlantic Federal Credit Union Invests $50,000 in Student Success at Montgomery College

As one of the first organizations to participate in Montgomery College’s Pathways to Excellence Partnership Program new window, Mid-Atlantic Federal Credit Union presented a $50,000 contribution to the Montgomery College Foundation new window on August 11.

The event, held at the College’s Rockville Campus, brought together Mid-Atlantic Federal Credit Union representatives, Montgomery College and Montgomery College Foundation administrators and MC student leaders to celebrate an investment that will help students overcome barriers, complete their education and prepare for meaningful careers.

The unrestricted contribution gives the Montgomery College Foundation flexibility to direct resources where they can have the greatest impact on students pursuing degrees, workforce credentials and family-sustaining careers. Support can address a range of student needs, from covering the cost of workforce certification exams to supporting experiential learning opportunities and scholarships.

“Through Pathways to Excellence, we are bringing employers, businesses and community organizations together to expand what is possible for our students,” said Dr. Jermaine F. Williams new window, president of Montgomery College. “Mid-Atlantic Federal Credit Union is one of the very first organizations to step forward in this way, and we are deeply grateful. Thank you for believing in our students and for investing in their futures.”

Pathways to Excellence is designed to strengthen connections among Montgomery College, employers, businesses and community organizations to help students move from education to completion and, ultimately, success beyond Montgomery College. The program reflects the College’s commitment to expanding access, completion and post-completion success. new window

For Mid-Atlantic Federal Credit Union, the contribution is part of a broader interest in working with Montgomery College to serve the community and support students as they prepare for careers.

“We’re very focused on the community and what we can do, and there are so many ways we can serve the community together,” said Tamara Schiavone, CEO of Mid-Atlantic Federal Credit Union. “We want the ideas and the creativity, and there’s a lot of opportunity. We look at the College and our relationship and think we’re going to have a lot of beneficial interaction moving forward.”

“I want to go into economic research and focus on the development sector, so philanthropy and giving back really connect with what I hope to do in the future,” said Mahiya M. Khan, a Montgomery College Foundation student director. “I’m excited about these connections and grateful for Mid-Atlantic Federal Credit Union’s generosity.”

The investment comes as Montgomery College continues to build partnerships that connect students with the experiences and skills they need to thrive in the workforce and their communities. The College served more than 47,000 students in the past year, including more than 400 students who earned college degrees while still in high school.

Dr. Williams said the partnership demonstrates how student success is strengthened when the College works alongside employers and community organizations.

“Student success is something we build together,” Dr. Williams said. “We are grateful to have partners who want to help our students turn their potential into extraordinary outcomes.”