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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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Huan Phan

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

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Jamela Carrell

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

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Cordell Wilson

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

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Angelique Nieves

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

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