Montgomery College is a public, fully accredited, open admission institution. Led by President Jermaine F. Williams, Ph.D., MC is dedicated to student success and widely recognized for the quality and scope of its academic programs. More than just words, our mission, vision, and values reflect, in an inspiring way, who we are as an institution and why we are so dedicated to our students and their success. These aspirational standards set our priorities and drive our actions every day. OUR MISSION: Montgomery College is where students discover their passions and unlock their potential to transform lives, enrich the community, and change the world. OUR VISION: Montgomery College will service as the community's institution of choice to transform the lives of students and Montgomery County. OUR VALUES: Equity and Inclusion * Excellence * Integrity * Respect * Innovation * Adaptability * Sustainability Our strategic plan is built around four broad goals with the intent of making the Montgomery College vision a reality. Each goal can be seen as a step along a cycle of continuous improvement. Goal 1: Enhance connections between Montgomery College and our community. Goal 2: Cultivate a sense of belonging for everyone at the College. Goal 3: Enhance educational and organization effectiveness. Goal 4: Increase economic impact for our students and community.