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Richard J. Daley College

Antoinnette Smith

After graduating from Chicago Vocational Academy in 2009, Burnham neighborhood resident Antoinnette Smith spent some time figuring out her next…

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Jacori Garrett

As part of the Early College program, Jacori was taking college level classes and earning college credit as a high…

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Angel Childs

“I have a passion for helping others, and, thanks to the Fresh Start program giving me a fresh start, I…

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Abner Gutierrez-Herrera

Abner Gutierrez-Herrera always knew he would return to school to better his future, and some good timing helped him do…

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LaRon Conway

Fresh Start program was a chance to get back to school and complete an associate degree

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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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Gerald Davenport

Gerald Davenport has dreamed of becoming an engineer since he was in third grade.

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Jasie Kelch

At only 24 years old, Jasie Kelch has already worn many hats—student, army specialist, model, mentor, and self-published author. And…

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Dr. Lautauscha Davis

When Dean Lautauscha Davis, EdD, speaks to students who have enrolled in courses at Olive-Harvey College in order to finish…

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Zach Cash

“City Colleges’ tuition costs make this so much more accessible for people like me who are working less now,” Zach…

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