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“We’re all still becoming”: Teen graduate captures spirit of Madison College Commencement

More than 2,400 Madison College graduates celebrated resilience, opportunity and lifelong growth during the college’s Spring 2026 commencement ceremonies.
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Dr. Damira Grady-Saffold selected among the nation’s top community college leaders
Dr. Damira Grady-Saffold, vice president of Organizational Impact & Culture at Madison College, has been named one of 40 outstanding leaders from across the country for the 2026-27 Aspen Rising Presidents Fellowship.
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KittyGo wins big at 2026 Madison College Challenge competition
Olivia Wegner, a Madison College Business and Economics graduate, took home the $5,000 prize during the April 30 competition.
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Rio High School student wins Madison College Pitch with agricultural innovation idea
The competition showcased high school students’ creativity, innovation and entrepreneurial thinking.
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Profiles from the Pack: Mola Badjie
At Madison College, student Mola Badjie is building more than a degree — he’s creating connections and helping others feel they belong.



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From high school student to commencement speaker: Teen earns college milestone early
At just 18 years old, Alcantara Perez exudes the confidence of someone with decades of experience. As a Early College STEM Academy student, Alcantara Perez has spent the latter half of her high school career as a full-time Madison College student, accumulating about 70 college credits.
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Madison College 2026 spring enrollment up, health care and trades see 30% increase
Enrollment continues its upward trend at Madison College, rising four percent in spring 2026 compared last spring. Growth was strongest in health care and skilled trades programs.

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