When Growth Meets Affordability: How Paulina Watched Her Dreams Become a Reality

Before enrolling at Richard J. Daley College, Paulina was looking for an opportunity to grow.

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Sabrina’s desire to one day become a patent attorney led to her search for educational opportunities to bring that dream…

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Beyond the Court: A Journey to Finding Purpose

On the court, he built discipline, resilience, and accountability, helping lead his team to a city championship. Off the court,…

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Building a Foundation for a Future in Data Science

For Emiliano, Richard J. Daley College was a no brainer. It offered an affordable education, valuable resources, and the flexibility…

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Ademola Martins Builds a Future in Child Development

Inspired by his fiancée’s work in daycare, Ademola discovered an interest in child development, earned his GED at Kennedy-King and…

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How Harold Washington Prepared Salutatorian Aaron Robles to Transfer

After graduating from Jones College Prep, Aaron chose Harold Washington for its convenient downtown location and the opportunity to explore…

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From Evening Classes to National Leadership

Dr. Barbara Mousel’s path into dentistry didn’t begin with a grand plan. It began with a job.

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Powered by Purpose: Scholar, Leader, and Future Patent Attorney

Sabrina plans to transfer to a four-year school to pursue a bachelor’s degree in computer engineering before attending law school…

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Isabella

After graduating from Taft High School, I knew I wanted to build a future centered on purpose and service. I…

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Demacion

Demacion grew up riding the CTA, so stepping into the driver’s seat feels full circle.

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Dr. Kana Nagai

When Dr. Kana Nagai first arrived at City Colleges of Chicago, she knew learning English would be a big task.…

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