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Antoinnette Smith

After graduating from Chicago Vocational Academy in 2009, Burnham neighborhood resident Antoinnette Smith spent some time figuring out her next…

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Jacori Garrett

As part of the Early College program, Jacori was taking college level classes and earning college credit as a high…

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Renee King

From working in a call center and at a bank, to serving as a full-time nanny, Renee King’s resume already…

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Evelyn Patino

Evelyn Patino has heard all of the misconceptions about what it means to be an early childhood educator. One of…

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Nataly Hernandez

Nataly Hernandez chose Daley College because she felt welcomed and supported – and part of the community.

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Amir Noormohammad

As a first-generation college student, Amir has grown accustomed to charting his own path forward and seeking out unique opportunities…

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Dalin Eap

When Dalin Eap, a soon-to-be graduate of Wright College, learned about the Star Scholarship while attending Mather High School in…

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Imran Mohammad

Imran Mohammad, a student at Truman College and the recently-elected Student Trustee for City Colleges of Chicago, looks forward to…

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Precious Taiwo

Going to college without debt is a “life-changer” for Precious Taiwo, who sees it as a first step to setting…

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Kaming Leung

Harold Washington College prepared him for both personal and professional success

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