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Christina Bernabe

Christina Bernabe, Daley College’s 2023 valedictorian, grew up in Chicago’s Clearing neighborhood and came to Richard J. Daley College in…

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Sofia Aranda

As a media and communications student at Kennedy-King College, Sofia Aranda is excited to one day help organizations shape their…

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Gabriela Leon

“Metas” is the Spanish word for “goals.” It is also the name of a program at Malcolm X that’s helping…

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Joi Harper

While Joi is extremely grateful for the education she’s received at the college, she’s also grateful for the things she’s…

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Elvis Dankwah

Attending Malcolm X College is a family tradition for Elvis Dankwah—one he takes so seriously, he traveled from his home…

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Nancy Barrera

With the help of the Harold Washington Transfer Center she applied for and was awarded the prestigious Jack Kent Cooke…

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Deynna Rey

Through a combination of her own hard work and the encouragement she received from faculty and staff at City Colleges…

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Eric Williams

Eric Williams’ future students are going to have a great teacher. He’s bubbly, positive, and described by others as a…

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Rob Fletcher

Sports may be in the off season at City Colleges of Chicago right now, but Rob Fletcher, the Director of…

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Fabian Williams

Throughout my journey, Wright College was my rock. They helped me reach my goals, and I thank all the professors,…

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Nathan Vogler

Nathan Vogler returned to school at Harold Washington College after over ten years, and is now on his way to…

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Andres Gerena

Andres Gerena came to Wright College after graduating from Lane Tech High School and earning the Star Scholarship.

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