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Wilbur Wright College

Timothy Arreola

At 15, I never imagined I’d one day work in the automotive industry. Back in middle school, I told everyone…

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Kenneth Balcarcel

When Kenneth Balcarcel moved to the United States from Guatemala, he faced the daunting challenge of learning a new language…

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Jocelyn Sanders

For more than 25 years, Jocelyn Sanders built a successful career as a salon owner and licensed cosmetologist. But deep…

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Brendan McCrudden

After my time in the military, I decided to enroll at Wilbur Wright College. I saw it as an opportunity…

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Deon Jones

Malcolm X College nursing graduate Deon Jones is no stranger to City Colleges. He began his nursing career 12 years…

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John Williams

Wilbur Wright College and an apprenticeship at Accenture gave John Williams the jump start he needed to a career in…

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Dr. Hiram Isaac

My family of five made the bold decision to leave Puerto Rico and pursue the American Dream in Chicago during…

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Sabine Ramirez

Sabine Ramirez’s journey to a career in mechanical engineering began with some indirect help from a household name—Oprah Winfrey.

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Angelynn Jimenez

Motivated by a passion for civic leadership and inspired by the needs of her community, Angelynn Jimenez applied for the…

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Dianna Garzón

I attended Lane Tech High School where I received generalized support from peers and counselors. However, this did not eliminate…

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Mary Ann Kistler

Mary Ann Kistler was at a crossroads. She had been working a job in insurance for years, but it wasn’t…

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