There has been an on-going initiative by the College for campus beautification for several years. Groups of employees and students have participated informally in flower plantings and some clean ups. The enhancement of the college by these grass roots initiatives prompted the development of a gardening club to facilitate these gardens and give input to the college for the development of future gardens and future decisions about the gardens from the student’s perspective. In the fall of 2001 application was made to the MCC Student Government to become a student club and the first ever MCC Gardening Association blossomed.

The clubs efforts are focused on fundraising to develop educational gardens on campus. The club also assists in planning the Annual Earth Day Celebration hosted by MCC. The MCCGA club has designed and planted gardens on campus, assisted with the maintenance of flower gardens including the Donnelly Courtyard and hosts garden groups and speakers on campus.

One of our goals is to develop ties within the community to strengthen our position and provide a wide base of knowledge and resources.

If you are interested in partnering with the MCC Gardening Association please contact club advisor Rebecca Gale-Gonzalez, by email Rebecca.Gale@mcc.edu or phone 810-762-5003