Miami Dade College
Former names | Dade County Junior College (1960–1973)[1] Miami-Dade Community College (1973–2003)[1] |
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| Motto | Scientia est potentia (Latin) |
Motto in English | "Knowledge is power" |
| Type | Public college |
| Established | 1960; 65 years ago (1960) |
Parent institution | Florida College System |
| Accreditation | SACS |
| Endowment | 272ドル.8 million (2024)[2] |
| Budget | 376ドル.5 million (2024)[3] |
| President | Madeline Pumariega [4] [5] |
Academic staff | 703 (full-time)[6] 1814 (part-time)[6] |
| Undergraduates | 47,245 (fall 2022)[6] |
| Location | , Florida , United States 25°46′40′′N 80°11′26′′W / 25.77778°N 80.19056°W / 25.77778; -80.19056 |
| Campus | Large city[6] |
| Colors | Blue and gray |
| Nickname | Sharks |
Sporting affiliations | NJCAA Region 8 – Southern Conference |
| Mascot | Finn the Shark[7] |
| Website | www |
Miami Dade College (MDC)[8] is a public college located in Miami, Florida, United States. Established in 1959, MDC operates eight campuses and numerous outreach centers throughout Miami-Dade County. It is the largest institution in the Florida College System. MDC serves a significant number of minority students, particularly Hispanic students, enrolling more than any other institution in Florida.[9] [10] [11]
History
[edit ]Founded as Dade County Junior College in 1960, MDC began on a high school farm and became desegregated in 1962, opening its doors to students of all races.[12] Over the decades, MDC expanded by launching several campuses, including Kendall, Wolfson, and Hialeah, and established a Medical Center to support students in health programs.[13]
In 1973, the college changed its name to Miami-Dade Community College.
During the 1980s, outreach programs were developed to assist the increasing number of Cuban exiles and other immigrants. As state education budgets declined, MDC continued to grow and relied on its foundation to support operations.
In the 1990s and 2000s, the college established its Honors College, offering rigorous academic programs across its largest campuses.[14] In 2000, the college was sanctioned by the American Association of University Professors "for infringement of governance standards".[15]
In 2003, the college changed its name to "Miami Dade College" and began offering four-year degree programs.
Campuses
[edit ]Miami Dade College operates eight campuses and two outreach centers throughout Miami-Dade County.[16] The North Campus, established in 1960, focuses on emergency services and entertainment technology programs. Kendall Campus, opened in 1967, is home to MDC's athletic teams and offers community service programs.[17] [18] [19] Wolfson Campus, in downtown Miami, hosts the Miami Book Fair and houses the Culinary Institute.[20] [21] The Medical Campus, opened in 1977, offers nursing and health programs with a simulation hospital.[22] [23] [24] Homestead Campus, built in 1990, features an FAA-approved aviation program. Eduardo J. Padrón Campus specializes in bilingual education and community-focused programs. Hialeah Campus offers English programs and a Bachelor of Applied Science in Management. West Campus in Doral provides innovative programs like the Tesla START program.
Academics
[edit ]MDC offers a wide variety of associate and baccalaureate degrees, as well as vocational and technical certificates. The college is known for its strong programs in liberal arts, nursing, business, allied health professions, and computer information systems. Students can also pursue degrees in newer fields like cybersecurity.[25]
The Honors College provides scholarships and specialized curricula for high-achieving students, with opportunities for transfer to prestigious universities, including a partnership with the University of Miami. Dual-enrollment and virtual learning options are available for high school and home-educated students.
Athletics
[edit ]MDC participates in the Southern Conference of the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) and competes in five sports: men's and women's basketball, baseball, softball, and volleyball, with soccer teams being added in 2024. MDC teams have won 35 NJCAA national titles, making it a hub for talented athletes and MLB scouts.
Arts and culture
[edit ]MDC has an extensive art collection of over 1,600 works, including paintings, sculptures, and installations. The Wolfson Campus hosts the Miami Book Fair International, the largest literary festival in the U.S.
Notable achievements
[edit ]In 2019, MDC was recognized by the Aspen Institute for its focus on economic and social mobility, winning the Aspen Prize.[26] The 1ドル million prize, awarded every two years, noted MDC's "clear path to economic and social mobility for its students" as well as its demographic diversity.[27] [28] [29]
Notable alumni
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Ileana Ros-Lehtinen, former U.S. representative
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Manuel "Manny" Alberto Diaz,[30] Mayor of Miami, 2001–2009
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John Mica, former U.S. representative
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Sylvester Stallone, American actor
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Steven Bauer, American-Cuban actor
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Glenn Howerton, American actor
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Oscar Isaac, American actor and singer
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Raul Ibanez, professional American baseball player
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Mike Piazza, American professional baseball player
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Steve Carlton, American professional baseball player
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Plácido Polanco, American-Dominican professional baseball player
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Natalie Martinez, American actress and model
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Harry Wayne Casey, American musician
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Notable faculty
[edit ]- Joanna Falco-Leshin, professor of English and Humanities
References
[edit ]- ^ a b "History of MDC - Miami Dade College". Archived from the original on August 22, 2024. Retrieved September 8, 2024.
- ^ Marra, Andrew (February 12, 2024). "Two Florida universities have more than 1ドル billion in endowments to invest on campus". The Palm Beach Post . Retrieved September 8, 2024.
- ^ "Annual Budget Summary - Fiscal Year 2024-25 (Miami Dade College)". Florida Department of Education. Retrieved September 12, 2024.
- ^ Wright, Colleen (2020年11月17日). "Miami Dade College's board unanimously selects Madeline Pumariega as next president". Miami Herald. Retrieved 2020年11月17日.
- ^ Mendieta, Juan (November 17, 2020). "Miami Dade College's Board of Trustees Names Madeline Pumariega as Next President". MDC News (Press release). Miami, Fla. Retrieved 24 November 2020.
- ^ a b c d Miami Dade College. National Center for Education Statistics (College Navigator). Retrieved September 8, 2024.
- ^ "Finn Wins!". MDC News. 10 November 2015. Retrieved 2022年01月21日.
- ^ Alvarez, Lizette (30 April 2011). "A Community College in Florida Works to Attract the Poor and the Presidential". New York Times.
- ^ "Miami-Dade College (U.S.)". FOTW "Flags of the world". Retrieved 22 February 2019.
- ^ Padrón, Eduardo J. (June 2013). "Increasing the Relevance of Curricular and Student Services in the Urban Community College". New Directions for Community Colleges. 2013 (162): 63–73. doi:10.1002/cc.20060.
- ^ St. Amour, Madeline. "A Community College Reopens. At What Cost?". Inside Higher Ed.
- ^ "LINCCWeb Catalog Search" . www.linccweb.org. Retrieved 2020年02月18日.
- ^ "Campuses | Miami Dade College". mdc.edu. Retrieved 2019年02月20日.
- ^ Holloway, Alexandria (2010年09月16日). "Chapter 3: The honors college in a two-year college setting: Miami Dade College.(Part II: Alternative Models)" (PDF). Appalachian State University. Retrieved 2024年04月24日.
- ^ "Sanctioned Institutions". AAUP. July 21, 2006. Retrieved November 1, 2024.
- ^ "Rolando Montoya: Interim college president sees tech courses demand soar". Miami Today. 2019年11月12日. Retrieved 2019年12月04日.
- ^ "Campus Information - Kendall Campus | Miami Dade College". www.mdc.edu. Retrieved 2019年02月08日.
- ^ "Miami Dade College Kendall Campus". mdc.edu.
- ^ "Camps at college mean summertime fun, and, yes, some learning". Miami Herald .
- ^ "Miami Herald". Miami Herald .
- ^ "Programs | Miami Culinary Institute | Miami Dade College". www.mdc.edu. Retrieved 2019年10月14日.
- ^ "Campus Information - Medical Campus | Miami Dade College". www.mdc.edu. Retrieved 2019年02月20日.
- ^ "Bachelor's Degree Programs | Academics | Miami Dade College". www.mdc.edu. Retrieved 2019年02月08日.
- ^ "Simulation Hospital - Medical Campus | Miami Dade College". www.mdc.edu. Retrieved 2021年02月04日.
- ^ "Miami Herald". Miami Herald .
- ^ "Aspen Institute Recognizes 2019 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence Winners". Diverse: Issues In Higher Education. 2019年04月02日. Retrieved 2024年10月30日.
- ^ "Miami-Dade College awarded 2019 Aspen Prize for Excellence". South Dade News Leader. 2019年04月05日. Retrieved 2024年10月30日.
- ^ admin (2019年04月05日). "Two Florida schools win 2019 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence - Florida College Access Network". floridacollegeaccess.org. Retrieved 2024年10月30日.
- ^ "Aspen Institute Recognizes 2019 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence Winners". Diverse: Issues In Higher Education. 2019年04月02日. Retrieved 2024年10月30日.
- ^ "2007 Outstanding American by Choice Recipients". USCIS. 2011年08月22日. Retrieved 2019年12月12日.
- ^ "HSF: HSF Stories Detail". www.hsf.net. Archived from the original on 2021年11月27日. Retrieved 2019年12月13日.
- ^ "Mireya Moscoso". Council of Women World Leaders. Retrieved 2019年12月13日.
External links
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- Miami Dade College
- 1959 establishments in Florida
- Air traffic controller schools
- Universities and colleges established in 1959
- Florida College System
- North American Soccer League (1968–1984) stadiums
- Universities and colleges accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
- Universities and colleges in Miami-Dade County, Florida
- Two-year colleges in the United States
- List of colleges and universities sanctioned by the American Association of University Professors