How City Colleges Helped Gabriel Launch His Tech Career
Over and over again, City Colleges proved to be the best place for Gabriel to explore his interests and prepare…
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How a Step Back Helped Dylan Recognize the Possibilities Ahead
Dylan’s journey to college wasn’t the straight path he envisioned.
Wanda: A Dream Decades in the Making
For decades, Wanda wanted to finish what she started and earn her college degree.
Jennifer: A Second Chance to Build the Future She Envisioned
Jennifer enrolled at Kennedy-King College to continue pursuing a dream she had put on hold years earlier: to become not…
Hector: Back in the Classroom, Ahead in His Career
Hector says returning to Harold Washington and chasing his dream transformed his life.
How Olive-Harvey College Helped Dijiona Reach Division I
In a short time, Olive-Harvey College became more than a place for Dijiona to earn college credits and play basketball.…
Running Toward Purpose: From Track Star to Trailblazer
When Nathlayn first arrived at Olive-Harvey College, she was a quiet student finding her way through a new chapter.
A Degree, No Debt, and a Thriving Business
Wright proved to be a perfect fit for Tina. She appreciated the small class sizes and supportive faculty who encouraged…
From Star Scholar to Valedictorian
Chicago native Stephanie has always had an interest in the human body.
Returning to Kennedy-King Felt Like Homecoming for Tamara
Kennedy-King College has always been the launching pad for something great for Tamara.
Beyond the Court: A Journey to Finding Purpose
On the court, he built discipline, resilience, and accountability, helping lead his team to a city championship. Off the court,…
Building a Foundation for a Future in Data Science
For Emiliano, Richard J. Daley College was a no brainer. It offered an affordable education, valuable resources, and the flexibility…