Blackfeet College Clears $1M in Student Debt | Butte News

Blackfeet Community College just wiped over a million dollars in student debt, thanks to a $8 million gift from MacKenzie Scott — giving 700+ students, including new moms and comeback learners, a fresh start this fall. With soaring living costs and 70% of students already on financial aid, this move is a lifeline that opens doors to higher education again. Stories like Hallee Salway feeling “blessed” and Joshua Bird graduating with his daughter show how debt relief rebuilds lives and community ties. Beyond forgiveness, BFCC’s expanding meat processing programs, renewable energy initiatives, and partnerships with Glacier National Park are building well-rounded leaders rooted in Blackfeet tradition — all while honoring the college’s 50-year mission: education that empowers, connects, and serves. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/45edb96db7c65ea6