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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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Dr. Ryan Manow

Dr. Ryan Manow, a microbiology instructor at Malcolm X College, discovered his passion for the subject while he was a…

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Titilayo Adeyemo

I’m originally from Lagos, Nigeria, now I live in Chicago. One of the reasons I chose Malcolm X College was…

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Phylicia Dudley

Growing up on the west side of Chicago, I knew I wanted to be a nurse. I also knew Malcolm…

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Sydney Adams

In high school, the list of colleges I wanted to attend versus the list of colleges my mom wanted me…

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Barbara Meschino

Growing up, it felt like there was space at a HBCU just for me thanks to popular TV shows and…

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Elena Schalliol

Elena Schalliol has been a member of the mental health and substance recovery communities for years.

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DeMar English

DeMar English walked away from a 15-year career in the corporate sector to pursue his passion: a career in health…

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Isaac King

Isaac King was determined to further his education so he could make a career pivot. After completing his associate degree…

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Karen Sinchi-Sarmiento

Karen Sinchi-Sarmiento and her family moved to the U.S. from Ecuador when she was three-years-old. She attended Lakeview High School…

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Dr. Sherece Thompson

Once a first-generation college student herself, creating a supportive environment is at the top of Malcolm X College Dental Hygiene…

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