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Treanor, President of Virginia Western, solidified the collaboration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. David Dor\u00e9, Virginia Community College System Chancellor, has called for community colleges to forge institutional partnerships that&nbsp;optimize&nbsp;resources and expand high-demand workforce programs. This initiative responds directly to that challenge and sets a precedent for efficient, high-quality workforce education.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The partnership allows Virginia Western students to\u00a0benefit\u00a0from MGCC&#8217;s established CDL\u00a0expertise\u00a0and proven curriculum. The program is designed for maximum efficiency.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.virginiawestern.edu\/news\/2026\/02\/25\/mountain-gateway-and-virginia-western-community-colleges-partner-to-expand-cdl-training\/\">Read about the program and see photos from the signing ceremony<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u202fMountain Gateway Community College and Virginia Western Community College have formalized a strategic partnership to enhance Commercial Driver&#8217;s License instruction and regional workforce readiness. An official signing on Tuesday, February 24, by Dr. John J. Rainone, President of MGCC, and Dr. Laura J. Treanor, President of Virginia Western, solidified the collaboration. 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