Peer mentor Jeremy Quinones’ cubicle at Hostos Community College is adorned with banners from other institutions, such as Lehman College, Pace University, York College, and NYU. As he prepares for his day, he notes, “We’re working on a big list.” This list helps the Transfer Peer Mentor Program at the College track recent associate degree […]
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Conditions are right for “Twisters”
Two friends from Tulsa with a passion for movies, one highly anticipated $200 million movie sequel filmed in Oklahoma, and a Top 30 film school in Oklahoma City providing the training. Those are ingredients for making dreams come true. Perhaps no one is more excited for the July 19 release of “Twisters” than Sam McClure […]
Student story: Following a passion to help others
Hopkinsville Community College (HCC) student 36-year-old Brittanie Bogard is well-known around the campus as well as an active member of the Hopkinsville community. Her story is one that illustrates the power of determination, education, triumph, finding oneself and discovering a passion along the way. She was born in Louisiana and moved to Hopkinsville when she […]
Diné College, ASU launch BA in Navajo Law program
In an unprecedented collaboration, Diné College and Arizona State University (ASU) have unveiled plans for a Bachelor of Arts in Navajo Law program, a groundbreaking initiative aimed at fostering legal expertise within the Navajo Nation. Led by Patrick Blackwater, dean of the School of Business and Social Sciences at Diné College, and advocated by Stacy […]
Student’s trajectory inspires middle and high schoolers
St. Petersburg College (SPC) student Demetrius Henry recently spoke with a group of North Greenwood middle and high school graduates and their families about his experience in SPC’s FAAME program. As the keynote speaker at the Youth Development Initiative, Inc.’s recent End-of-Year Recognition Program, Demetrius shared how the Florida African American Male Experience (FAAME) at […]
Dental hygiene alumnae bring knowledge, experience back to teach current students
Guilford Technical Community College’s (GTCC) dental hygiene program stands as a beacon of excellence, largely thanks to the commitment and expertise of its alumnae instructors. With a deep-rooted connection to the college and a wealth of real-world experience, these instructors are shaping the next generation of dental hygienists with passion and dedication. Rachael Walls, an […]
Son inspires single dad to earn GED, associate degree
In a procession of graduates inching toward a stage in Butler County Community College’s (BC3) Field House, 6-foot-6 Roger Walker Jr. stopped, stepped aside and stooped. The 23-year-old extended his right hand. Thirty months ago, his confidence and self-esteem were low and his income and employment opportunities lower without possessing a high school diploma and […]
Report roundup
Here are three reports to know about this month: Degrees, certificates conferred The number of conferred associate degrees decreased from 2020-21 to 2021-22, but certificates saw an increase, according to the 2024 Report on the Condition of Education, released by the U.S. Education Department’s National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). The report draws on federal […]
Student story: Black Male Achievers program put student on graduation path
What a difference a college makes, at least for St. Louis Community College’s Jayson Minner. Minner started his college career at DePaul University and quickly realized something was missing. He felt alone and couldn’t find the community and support he needed to thrive. Fast forward one year, Minner transferred to STLCC. He’s glad he switched […]
Affordable housing management program leads to jobs
Marisol Martinez is one of the first success stories from MiraCosta College’s new affordable housing management certificate program. Martinez, a stay-at-home mother to four children, was in the program’s first cohort, which began in August. Students who complete the free program receive a certification in affordable housing management, which prepares them to enter the workforce […]