Mountain Gateway Community College

10/09/2026

We had a BLAST hosting over 100 future Roadrunners from six area high schools for our annual Roadrunner Day!

From seeing tech in Welding, CDL, Mechatronics, and Forestry to exploring Nursing, Business, Science, and Psychology transfer paths, these students got an up-close look at how MGCC helps you build a huge future while saving serious time and money.

Shoutout to the amazing crews from Alleghany Highlands Public Schools, Bath County Public Schools, Rockbridge County High School, Parry McCluer High School, James River High School, Buchanan, and Boys Home of Virginia for bringing top-tier energy!

Whatever path you're eyeing after high school, we've got the tools, the support, and the resources to help you get there.

Ready to start your journey? We're ready to help you! Visit mgcc.edu.

10/09/2026

Everyone wants to get their picture with Roadie during Roadrunner Day at MGCC!

10/08/2026

Heads Up!

Fall Break is almost here. There are no classes from October 12th to October 16th. College offices will be open as usual.

10/07/2026

2,993 miles. 5,152 donations. ONE amazing MGCC community!

Miles for Meals 2026 was a massive success! Our staff and faculty logged enough miles to walk from Clifton Forge to South America 🌎 while raising $655 and 4,497 food items to fight student food insecurity and stock our Roadrunner Cafés at Clifton Forge and Buena Vista.

Huge shoutout to our category winners! 👏
🥇 Miles Winner: Mountain Mamas - 562 miles!
Rachael Thompson, Tina Dressler, and Lee Anne Bowling

🥇 Meals Winner: Rockbridge Regional Cuties - 1,593 meals!
Sherryl Thorman, Kristyn Hoy, and Jessica Wise

Thank you to everyone who stepped up, moved, and donated. You made a real difference in our students’ lives! ❤️

10/05/2026

A massive thank you to Clifton Forge Elks Lodge 1065!

John Hutchison and Chris Hutchison stopped by campus to deliver over 600 pairs of safety glasses to Vice President of Academic Affairs, Ben Worth.

Thank you for always looking out for our MGCC students!

10/02/2026

It’s that time of year! 🍂

No, not just Fall—flu season. 🤧

Build up your immunity before the bug takes hold! Stop by the Moomaw Center on Tuesday, October 6, to get your flu vaccination. All community members are welcome.

📅 When: Tuesday, October 6

⏰ Time: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

📍 Where: Moomaw Center, Mountain Gateway Community College

📍 Address: 1000 College Drive, Clifton Forge

💳 Insurance: Please bring your insurance card if you have one. No insurance? You’re still fully welcome to receive the vaccine with no hassle!

💡 Tip: Wear a short-sleeved shirt or loose clothing to make getting your shot quick and easy.

10/02/2026

Today is National Manufacturing Day! What better way to celebrate than to watch this great story by John Carlin WSLS 10 News highlighting the Mountain Gateway Community College welding program at the Rockbridge Regional Center in Buena Vista! 🛠️

Preparing the next generation of skilled trade workers for in-demand manufacturing jobs.

Great job, Walt Johnson, Antonio Gonzalez, and Sarah Keens! 👏

🔗 Watch the story: https://www.wsls.com/news/local/2026/10/01/buena-vista-workforce-training-center/

There are a lot of people going to college who might be better off if they majored in welding, evidence of this can be found at a new training facility in Buena Vista.

10/01/2026

Research paper stress? Not on our watch!

Huge shoutout to our dream-team tutors, Eliana Shofstahl and Sara Burkholder! 📝✨ They took the show on the road to Pat Cantrell's composition class at the Rockbridge Regional Center in Buena Vista to help students conquer those research papers like pros.

We really do have the absolute best team around. The MGCC Writing Center—they’ve got your back!

09/25/2026

Spotlight on MGCC!

A huge thank you to John Carlin and Greg Moore with WSLS 10 / WSLS.com for visiting the Rockbridge Regional Center in Buena Vista! They got an inside look at our rapidly expanding welding program and the incredible hands-on opportunities taking shape for our students.

We’re proud to train the next generation of skilled workforce talent right here in our community. Catch John's story coming soon to WSLS.

09/24/2026

Good food, great questions, and real conversations. 🥞☕✨

A big thank you to every student who came out for Breakfast with the President with Dr. John Rainone! It was awesome seeing everyone drop by, grab a plate, and chat about whatever was on their minds.

Thank you for bringing your energy and honest feedback to the table.

Next stop - the Rockbridge Regional Center in BV on October 7th at 9am.