Official page of @MDCollege’s Office of Media Relations

Miami, FL
Joined January 2010
In case you missed it, here's a recent interview with @MDCollege President Madeline Pumariega and Hispanic Pride, a podcast from @hispanicmdc in collaboration with @communitypapers. See it here: tinyurl.com/5x49daav .
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As AI reshapes the labor market, colleges are rethinking how they prepare students for careers. A new @insidehighered report highlights work-based learning, durable skills, employer partnerships and AI fluency—and features @MDCollege's applied AI pathway, now serving 2,000+ students, and its new AI Elite Talent Hub.insidehighered.com/news/stud…
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On @FLCollegeAccess @mdcpresident was part of Talent Strong Miami as dozens of community, education, and business leaders gathered for a morning convening organized by Graduate Miami-Dade at United Way Miami, in partnership with the Florida College Access Network and Helios Education Foundation. The event was part of Talent Strong Florida, a statewide campaign to help Florida reach 60% postsecondary attainment by 2030. floridacollegeaccess.org/loc…
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On @Forbes Community colleges educate 40%+ of U.S. undergraduates but receive less funding per student than four-year institutions. Federal investment is needed to modernize infrastructure, train instructors and expand AI education. The NAAIC, led by @MDCollege, shows what’s possible. forbes.com/sites/shalinjyoti…
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On @communitypapers don't miss this interview with Dr. Kesia Vazquez, Dean of Students at @MDCollege Kendall Campus. Learn about her journey in education, leadership, and student advocacy, along with the experiences that have shaped her career and commitment to empowering the next generation. communitynewspapers.com/cnew…
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New World School of the Arts, Miami Dade College’s nationally recognized arts conservatory and high school, has been named a 2026 Nationally Certified Demonstration School by Magnet Schools of America! One of just 37 schools nationwide to earn the distinction, NWSA was recognized for its innovative curriculum, academic excellence, and unique educational model that prepares the next generation of artists and creative leaders. Congratulations to the students, faculty and staff who make NWSA extraordinary.
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More than 1,000 community colleges serve over 40% of U.S. undergraduates, making them a major part of the nation’s education and workforce system. @Forbes highlights the MDC-led National Applied AI Consortium, which has reached nearly 2,000 faculty and staff across 400+ institutions as colleges prepare students for an AI-driven workforce. 📲 forbes.com/sites/shalinjyoti…
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MDC has climbed to No. 3 among Top Public Schools in the South in the 2027 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings, up from No. 5 last year. The College also ranks No. 3 among Best Colleges for Veterans, reflecting MDC’s longstanding commitment to veterans and its distinction as the institution serving the largest number of veterans among those ranked in the category.   These recognitions reflect the work happening across MDC every day to deliver academic excellence at scale, expand access and prepare students for opportunity, whether they are entering the workforce, continuing their education or building the next chapter of their careers.   They belong to our students, who show up every day with ambition; to our faculty and staff, who open doors; and to a Miami community that has believed in MDC for generations. Opportunity and excellence grow together at MDC.
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On @WPLGLocal10: Survivors, families and supporters showed up for @WBHI's 10th annual Pink Walk, this year held at @MDCollege's Kendall Campus for the first time. The 5K raises money for early detection, health education and support for patients. local10.com/news/local/2026/…
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On @nypost: It’s never too late to go back to school and earn your degree! Read the story of our very own Valentino Eriksen, who works in @MDCollege’s Marketing and Communications Department.: nypost.com/2026/09/09/lifest…
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