STUDENT SPOTLIGHT - WANDA BLACKWELL

Wanda Blackwell, Associate in Arts

Wanda Blackwell took dual credit courses as a high school senior in 1975. Upon graduating, she and her mother enrolled in classes at Madisonville Community College. Wanda completed 33 credit hours before taking a break from school to raise her family. Now in her 60s, she was inspired to come back to MCC to finish what she started nearly 46 years ago.

As a non-traditional student, Wanda was able to attend MCC through a grant for seniors in college. Additionally, she earned scholarships to further aid in any financial barriers.

Wanda graduated with an associate in arts in May of 2023. She received the 2023 Trio Student of the Year award and the Lions Club scholarship. She will return in the fall to earn an associate in science. Wanda says, “you never stop learning and it is never too late to achieve your dreams.”