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Larry Buonaguidi

For two decades, Larry Buonaguidi has worked to brighten the Wright College community.

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Joe Hinton

At Harold Washington College, Associate Dean Joe Hinton goes above and beyond to support students on their way to success.

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Abel Gonzalez

In his role as an Adult Education transition specialist, Abel Gonzalez is committed to helping students fulfill their college and…

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De'Anna Stamps

By getting involved on campus, De’Anna Stamps discovered the college experience she was looking for at Kennedy-King College.

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Denika Wilson

At Truman College, Denika Wilson is supporting student success and removing barriers to student retention.

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Leticia Garcia

District Director of Financial Aid Leticia Garcia has a long history with City Colleges of Chicago. While still in high…

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Xavier Mason

Xavier Mason is a dedicated engineering student at Harold Washington College, a work-study student, a student ambassador, and an active…

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Edgar Gonzalez Balcarcel

Edgar Gonzalez Balcarcel came to Chicago from Guatemala in 2007 without knowing English. He found Wilbur Wright College, and the…

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Lisa Slater

Truman College Veterans Services Specialist Lisa Slater found a sense of community as a military police officer. She now is…

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Tanya de Chavez

Before starting her higher education journey at Malcolm X College, Tanya de Chavez’s biggest hurdle was overcoming her own fear…

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