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

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

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

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

Harold Washington College prepared him for both personal and professional success

When he was 14 years old and living in Vietnam, Huan Phan, now a soon-to-be graduate of Wright College, started…

For as long as she can remember, Jamela Carrell has dreamt of becoming a lawyer. It’s the answer she gave…

When Cordell Wilson decided to study computer science as an undergraduate student in 1996, he wasn’t motivated by a passion…

Receiving a steady income and employee benefits for the first time in her life, Angelique can’t wait to continue her…

Growing up in Chicago’s Uptown neighborhood, Vickie Custodio was instilled with a strong work ethic. “I did a lot of…

Early learning educator hopes more males join him in the early childhood field

Charlette Smith first decided she wanted to become a teacher when she was in sixth grade and her teacher Ms.…