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When Alexander Hernandez came to the U.S. from Guatemala in 2011, he knew he wanted to learn English first –…

Adult Education Engineering and Computer Science Harry S Truman College Wilbur Wright College Work-Based Learning

“I wanted to learn how to work on bigger projects, and on developments that could change the landscape of communities,”

Center of Excellence Construction Technology Kennedy-King College Scholarships Work-Based Learning

"I had the opportunity to save money, build a network, take advantage of small class sizes, and use all the…

Alumni of CCC Center of Excellence Healthcare Malcolm X College Scholarships Star Scholarship Transfer

When Tamba Torniwa lost his parents at a young age due to lack of medical care in his home country…

Adult Education Bridge and Gateway Programs Center of Excellence Healthcare High School Diploma Malcolm X College Resilience

As a child, Thadeus Banks always loved science and taking care of others. Now, after much soul searching, he is…

Alumni of CCC Center of Excellence Healthcare Malcolm X College Resource and Supports Transfer

In a few short years, Daryna Doroshenko has perfected her English, earned her Associate Degree in Accounting, and has now…

Alumni of CCC Business and Professional Services Center of Excellence Harold Washington College Resource and Supports

“I was in the corporate world, working with people in the field. It’s something more students should have the opportunity…

Alumni of CCC Business and Professional Services Center of Excellence Harold Washington College Scholarships Star Scholarship Work-Based Learning

Tatiana Foster is well on her way to becoming a labor and delivery nurse and midwife after finding her true…

Alumni of CCC Center of Excellence Healthcare Malcolm X College Phi Theta Kappa Transfer

Adam Neidlinger, who studied linguistics, Spanish, French and Portuguese after he graduated high school in 2001, has focused on learning…

Center of Excellence Engineering and Computer Science Resilience Transfer Wilbur Wright College Work-Based Learning

Freddy Lucena came to the U.S. from Caracas, Venezuela in 2016. While he was here on vacation, the political and…

Adult Education Alumni of CCC Center of Excellence ESL Healthcare Malcolm X College Resource and Supports Transfer

An academic advisor who inspires her students, supports them, and encourages them before, during, and after work hours.

CCC Staff Center of Excellence Luminary Award Olive-Harvey College Resource and Supports Transportation

Truman College Star Scholar and soon-to-be proud alumna Marisol Perez has a tough decision to make: where to transfer to…

Education Harry S Truman College Star Scholarship Student Life Transfer