Community Impact Partner: Jerry Mellum
At the heart of MICC’s annual Champion’s Breakfast lies a tradition steeped in unity, recognition, and hope. This event is more than a ceremony; it’s a celebration of individuals, nonprofits, and corporations who embody the spirit of MICC, dedicating themselves to enhancing the lives of neurodiverse adults. The 2022 Community Champion – Individual award, honored […]
October 2023 Participants of the Month
Participant of the Month is awarded by nominations from both peers and staff for individuals who have clearly demonstrated one or more of our three R’s: responsibility, resilience, and respect. Haily is the October College Participant of the Month! In the College Program, we’re thrilled to introduce Hailey as MICC’s October Participant of the Month! Hailey […]
MICC Shines a Spotlight on Invisible Disability Employment and Access during October’s National Disability Employment Awareness Month
The non-profit seeks to raise awareness, acceptance and opportunity for autistic and neurodivergent adults (MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA) This National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), Minnesota Independence College and Community (MICC) aims to raise awareness, acceptance and opportunity for those with invisible disabilities such as autism, ADHD and other neurodivergence. MICC celebrates the uniqueness of every autistic […]
Celebrating Community and Independence: MICC’s 6th Annual Independence 5K
The crisp air of a beautiful fall morning set the stage for a heartwarming celebration of inclusivity and independence at the 6th Annual MICC Independence 5K on Saturday, October 7, 2023. Held at Donaldson Park in Richfield, Minnesota, near MICC’s campus, this event proved to be a tremendous success, radiating positivity and community spirit. The […]
A Morning of Unity and Recognition: MICC’s Champion’s Breakfast
On the crisp morning of Friday, October 6, 2023, the heart of the Minnesota Independence College and Community (MICC) beat in unison in Richfield, MN. The occasion was the revered Champion’s Breakfast, an annual tradition that bridges the past, present, and future of MICC’s vision. With the Homecoming Weekend on the horizon, the breakfast served […]
MICC Homecoming Week 2023
Homecoming Week at MICC was a spectacular success this year, bringing together participants, staff, families, and the broader community in a week-long celebration of spirit, talent, and giving back. From themed dress-up days to exciting activities and events, the week was filled with memorable moments. Let’s take a look back at the highlights of MICC’s […]
Mentone Mentour: Short Circuit
“Number Five…. Is alive!” What does that mean? I couldn’t tell you… but when I was on a recent nostalgic tour of rewatching old science fiction films, that was supposedly the tagline for the 1987 film “Short Circuit”. Like, yeah, Five is the name of the robot character in the film, but I’ve seen cheesier […]