Montgomery College Celebrates Inaugural Gift to the Pickney Innovation Complex for Science and Technology (PIC MC) Endowment

Montgomery College is proud to announce the first donation to its newly established Pickney Innovation Complex for Science and Technology (PIC MC) Endowment, an integrated academic, business, and research hub located at the College’s Germantown campus. The official launch of the endowment is set for January 2025, aiming to garner support from industry leaders and technology pioneers to fund scholarships for STEM students with financial need.

The PIC MC Endowment underscores Montgomery College’s commitment to empowering the next generation of innovators by providing the resources and opportunities needed to succeed in high-demand STEM fields. Contributions to the endowment will directly support students pursuing degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

Flexnode, a trailblazing digital infrastructure company specializing in modular, liquid-cooled micro data center (MDC) systems, has significantly contributed as the endowment’s inaugural donor. Flexnode’s cutting-edge solutions support the rapidly increasing demand for data infrastructure, and their partnership with Montgomery College exemplifies a shared commitment to fostering innovation and educational excellence.

“The establishment of the PIC MC Endowment represents an exciting and pivotal achievement in our mission to support students and foster innovation,” said Tommy Luginbill, Executive Director of PIC MC, Montgomery College. “We are grateful to Flexnode for their leadership and support, which will open doors for aspiring STEM professionals and fuel the technological advancements that drive progress.”

By contributing to the PIC MC Endowment, partners like Flexnode are not only advancing STEM education but also strengthening a collaborative ecosystem that connects academia, industry, and research. This partnership reaffirms Montgomery College’s role as a catalyst for workforce development and economic growth in Montgomery County and beyond.

The College invites other businesses, industry leaders, and community partners to join Flexnode in supporting the PIC MC Endowment to expand educational access and create lasting impact in the lives of STEM students.

To learn more about the PIC MC Endowment and how to get involved, visit Montgomery College’s PIC MC webpage.