MCC’s History

The present Nebraska community college system came into being in 1971 when the Nebraska Legislature created eight technical community college areas across the state. One of these new areas was called the Eastern Nebraska Technical Community College Area, which encompassed Dodge, Douglas, Sarpy and Washington counties. An area vocational technical school operated by the Omaha Board of Education already served part of this area.

MCC was created in 1974 when the Legislature consolidated the original eight technical community college areas into six. That year, the programs, personnel, assets and liabilities of the former Omaha Nebraska Technical Community College Area merged with the Eastern Nebraska Technical Community College Area under a new name stipulated by amended legislative statutes: the Metropolitan Technical Community College Area. In 1992, the Legislature voted to change the name to Metropolitan Community College Area.

With a 2007–08 enrollment of 49,696 students, MCC is one of the fastest growing postsecondary institutions in Nebraska. This enrollment compares to 2,430 credit students in 1974–75, the College’s first year.

Profile

MCC is a comprehensive, full-service public community college supported by the taxpayers of Dodge, Douglas, Sarpy and Washington counties. The College’s mission is to serve our community with distinction. We are a role model in higher education.

MCC offers more than 100 one-year and two-year programs in business administration, computer and office technologies, culinary arts, industrial and construction technologies, health and public services, social sciences and services and visual and electronic technologies, as well as academic transfer programs. General support courses, classes for business and industry and continuing education courses are also important parts of the College’s service to the community.

Program Accreditation

All College programs are approved by the Nebraska State Department of Education for veterans’ educational benefits.

In addition, the accrediting bodies of various professional associations approve many MCC educational programs.

• The Associate Degree Nursing Program is accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, 61 Broadway, New York, NY 10006.
• The Associate Degree Nursing and Practical Nursing programs are approved by the Nebraska Board of Nursing, P.O. Box 95044, Lincoln, NE 68509.
• The Automotive Technology and Auto Body Technology programs are accredited by the National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation (NATEF), 101 Blue Seal Dr. Ste 101, Leesberg, VA 20175.
• All MCC Business programs are accredited by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP), 11520 W. 119th St., Overland Park, KS 66213.
• The Culinary Arts Program is accredited by the American Culinary Federation Accrediting Commission (ACFEIAC), 10 San Bartola Dr., St. Augustine, FL 32086.
• The Dental Assisting Program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation of the American Dental Association (ADA), 211 E. Chicago Ave., Chicago, IL 60611.
• The Early Childhood Education Program is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), 1313 L St. NW Ste 500, Washington, D.C. 20005.
• The Financial Planning Certificate of Achievement in personal financial planning is a registered program with Certified Financial Planning Board of Standards, Inc., 1670 Broadway Ste 600, Denver, CO 80202
• The Human Services Program is accredited by the Council for Standards in Human Service Education (CSHSE), 1900 Galen Dr., Ste. 412, Houston, TX 77030.
• The Legal Assistant Program is approved by the American Bar Association (ABA), 321 N. Clark St., Chicago, Il 60610.
• Real Estate courses are approved by the Nebraska Real Estate Commission, 1200 N St. Ste 402, P.O. Box 94667, Lincoln, NE 68509.
• The Respiratory Care Technology Program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care, 1248 Harwood Rd., Bedford, TX 76021.
• Theatre Technology is a registered apprenticeship program approved to grant an apprenticeship certificate by the U.S. Department of Labor, Frances Perkins Building, 200 Constitution Ave., NW Washington, D.C. 20210.

Nondiscrimination and Equal Opportunity

Metropolitan Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, marital status, age, disability or sexual orientation in admission or access to its programs and activities or in its treatment or hiring of employees. The College complies with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Civil Rights Act of 1990, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, the Age Discrimination Act of l975, related Executive Orders 11246 and 11375 and all civil rights laws of the State of Nebraska and the City of Omaha.

Contacts: Concerning Title VI (race), Title IX (gender equity), Section 504 (disability) and Americans with Disabilities Act/Program and Services Accessibility and Age, contact:

• Vice President of Campuses and Student Affairs: (402) 457-2681 (students)
• Associate Vice President of Human Resources: (402) 457-2236 (employees)
• Director of Facilities: (402) 457-2529 (accessibility)

Concerning hiring and employment-related complaints of discrimination or harassment based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, retaliation or for affirmative action and diversity issues, contact:

• Associate Vice President for Equity and Diversity: (402) 457-2649

The address for all of the above individuals is as follows:
Metropolitan Community College
P.O. Box 3777
Omaha, NE 68103-0777

Ombudsperson

Any person with information concerning possible violations of law or fiscal waste or fiscal mismanagement in College operations may contact:
Nicole Neesen
College Ombudsperson
6542 S. 118th St.
Omaha, NE 68137
Office: (402) 457-7200 ext. 8030
Cell phone: (402) 612-1843
Email: nneesen@cox.net

Diversity

MCC believes that diversity, in many forms and expressions, is essential to its educational mission and to its success as an institution. We value the pluralistic nature of our society and recognize diversity that includes, but is not limited to, race, ethnicity, religion, culture, social class, age, gender, sexual orientation and physical or mental capability. We respect the variety of ideas, experiences and practices that such diversity entails. It is our commitment to ensure equal opportunity and to sustain a climate of civility for all who work or study at MCC or who otherwise participate in the life of the College. We celebrate and embrace diversity as a way to promote respect and enhance academic experiences, making our College a welcoming place to learn and grow while meeting the needs of a diverse population.

Faculty and staff are committed to creating a curriculum and a learning environment that empower students to become contributing members of an increasingly multicultural and diverse society. The College provides workshops, seminars, publications and projects that foster the understanding and benefits of diversity and enhance shared values. Staff are encouraged to nurture the sensitivity and mutual respect that is fundamental to valuing diversity. Through a supportive intellectual and social climate, MCC promotes freedom of thought, speech, innovation and creativity.

MCC Foundation

The Metropolitan Community College Foundation was established in 1977 as a separate, not-for-profit, IRS approved 501(c)3 corporation. The Foundation’s mission is to provide financial support for students, faculty, staff, programs and facilities and is promoted by a volunteer Board of Directors and development staff.

By connecting MCC with community supporters and alumni, the Foundation advances the College’s mission and values and helps build the community it serves. From student scholarships to capital projects, the MCC Foundation offers prospective donors a wide array of giving opportunities to align their giving interests to the special projects underway at MCC.

The MCC Foundation accepts gifts of cash, life insurance, personal property, securities and stocks or bequests. Gifts may be designated toward an existing fund or donors may create a new fund that meets their giving criteria. The MCC Foundation also offers prospective donors the option of creating endowed funds of $5,000 or more to provide annual and lasting gifts toward the project of their choice.

For more information on the MCC Foundation, visit www.mccneb.edu/foundation or call (402) 457-2346.

MCC Locations

Elkhorn Valley Campus

204th and W. Dodge Rd.
The Elkhorn Valley Campus opened in 1980 and was renovated and updated in 2007. In Fall 2008, the Gallery of Art and Design opened. Academic degree programs available at the Elkhorn Valley Campus include Accounting, Art, Civil Engineering Technology, Health Information Management Systems, Academic Transfer, Theatre Technology and Video/Audio Communication Arts. In addition, support courses for other MCC degree programs are also available.

Fort Omaha Campus

30th and Fort Sts.
The historic Fort Omaha Campus houses an 82,000 square foot instructional facility with modern classrooms, labs and student-dedicated space. The Institute for Culinary Arts opened in Winter 2009.
Among the programs available at the Fort Omaha Campus are Computer Technology Transfer, Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management, Early Childhood Educator, Graphic Communications Art and Design and Horticulture. In addition, support courses for other MCC degree programs are also available.

South Omaha Campus

27th and Q Sts.
The South Omaha Campus opened in 1978 and in 2007, doors opened to the new Connector that provides access to a Metropolitan Area Transit hub and a joint MCC and Omaha Public Library location. The building connects to the Eugene T. Mahoney Building and Industrial Training Center, also located at the South Omaha Campus. Academic degrees available at the South Omaha Campus include Business Management, Construction Technology, Criminal Justice, Electronics Technology, Health and Public Services, Respiratory Care Technology and Welding. In addition, support courses for other MCC degree programs are also available.

Applied Technology Center

104th and State Sts.
Opened Summer 2007, the Applied Technology Center is home to a number of MCC’s trades programs. The space was acquired to accommodate growth in both MCC enrollment and in the trades programs themselves. The location allows ample space for the special classroom and lab facility needs of trades programs such as Diesel Truck Driving, Utility Line Technician and Diesel Service Technology.

Fremont Area Center

9th and Broad Sts.
The Fremont Area Center opened in 1986 to serve Dodge and Washington counties, and it moved to its permanent home in the renovated former junior high in 2007. This location offers many courses that support academic degree programs along with ABE/GED/ESL classes. Advising, financial aid, counseling and registration services are available.

Offutt Air Force Base

Bellevue
MCC offers a wide variety of classes at Offutt Air Force Base through the Education Center. Located in Bellevue off U.S. Highway 75, the Offutt AFB Center provides convenient access to military personnel and their dependents. Area citizens may contact the center to determine availability of on base classes.

Bellevue Center

2820 Arboretum Dr.
Services are conveniently located at the Bellevue Public Schools Lifelong Learning complex. Classes are offered at Bellevue West High School, located at 1501 Thurston Ave. A variety of academic courses are available to support degree programs.

Sarpy Center

91st and Giles Rd.
Opened in 1999, the center is a collaborative effort between MCC and the City of La Vista. The Sarpy Center has 15 classrooms. A commons area links the center with the La Vista Public Library.

Community Locations

Metropolitan Community College cooperates with many public and private schools and other locations throughout the four county service area to provide a wide range of community and workforce education. Day and evening courses and programs are available for job/career enrichment, continuing education, general interest and many other goals.

Individual Campus Tours

Tours and appointments are available for prospective students. To schedule a tour, call the campus you wish to visit or (402) 457-2400 or schedule online at www.mccneb.edu/visitation.