Meet our Recruiters

MCC's Recruiters are happy to help you navigate your path through the college enrollment process. Here's what we do:

  • Community Outreach, including all local ISDs
  • One-on-One Recruitment appointments (Face-to-Face or through Zoom)
  • Group Tours and Presentations
  • Application Workshops
  • Plan and conduct campus preview days

Now, let's meet MCC's Recruiters!


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Simone Chavez, Recruiter

  • Hometown: Waco
  • High School: Rapoport Academy
  • College Alma Mater: McLennan Community College and Tarleton State University
  • Advice for prospective or new students:
    • MCC fosters a welcoming and supportive atmosphere. Take advantage of all the resources available to you; they are here to support your growth and academic success. Engage with fellow students and participate in campus events and student organizations. This will enrich your experience and help you make the most of your time here! 
  • Recruits at the following high schools: Connally, Gholson, Lorena, Mart, Rapoport, Reicher, Riesel, Robinson, West, Vanguard, and Marlin. 
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Brian Jackson, Recruiter

  • Hometown: Waco
  • High School: Waco High School
  • College Alma Mater: Texas State Technical College
  • Advice for prospective or new students:
    • Remember that every challenge you face is an opportunity for growth, and every moment of joy is a gift to be treasured. You are capable of incredible things, and your light shines brightly in this world.
  • Recruits at the following high schools: Axtell, Bosqueville, La Vega, Methodist Children's Home, Rosebud-Lott, Live Oak, Midway & Premier
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Elizabeth Garcia, Recruiter

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  • Hometown: Waco
  • High School: Waco High School
  • College Alma Maters: McLennan Community College (Associate of Arts), University of Texas at San Antonio (Bachelors of Psychology), and Tarleton State University (Masters of Science)
  • Advice for prospective or new students:
    • Don't be afraid to ask questions and get involved in campus activities, programs, meet new people, and put yourself out there. There is a wonderful community at MCC willing to help and support you in any way possible. Many amazing life changing opportunities and connections can come from any interaction you have in college. MCC is the perfect place for that, take advantage of it! 
  • Recruits at the following high schools: Bruceville-Eddy, Chilton, China Spring, Harmony Science Academy, Crawford, McGregor, Moody, Waco, and Valley Mills.
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Heather Smitheal, Recruitment Coordinator

  • Hometown: Avalon
  • High School: Avalon High School
  • College Alma Maters: McLennan Community College and Tarleton State University
  • Advice for prospective or new students:
    • MCC is the perfect place to prosper, grow, and start your educational journey. Campus is filled with faculty and staff who are eager to help, never be afraid to ask questions and seek advice!
  • hsmitheal@mclennan.edu