GCCC announces 2025-26 League Excellence Award recipients

Garden City Community College has announced recipients of the annual League Excellence Awards.

Offered through the League for Innovation in the Community College, the award recognizes outstanding faculty, staff, and leaders in the community college field who have made a significant difference in the lives of students and in the communities their colleges serve.

The 2025-2026 honorees are:

• Ryan Connolly, Industrial Maintenance Technology Program Lead
• Madilyn Limberg, Executive Director of Marketing and PR
• Jami Major, Assistant Professor of Allied Health
• Alexis Saenz, Director of Human Resources and Payroll

Nominations for this award are submitted by peers, underscoring the significance of this recognition. Each recipient receives a specially cast pewter medallion, an Excellence Award certificate, and a copy of the League Awards Program.

“We are honored to recognize these exceptional individuals for their dedication and contributions to Garden City Community College,” said Dr. Ryan Ruda, President of GCCC. “Their commitment to excellence and service embodies the values of GCCC and makes a meaningful impact on both our students and the broader community.”

About The League:

The League for Innovation in the Community College is an international nonprofit organization with a mission to cultivate innovation in the community college environment. To learn more, visit https://www.league.org/excellence.