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How Truman College Helped Lydia Find Her Confidence and a New Career Path

In 2023, she decided to learn more about Truman, which was just minutes from her home. That decision changed her…

Suzi

When Suzi arrived in the United States from Cameroon, she was the first in her family to attend college—and she…

Adult Education Alumni of CCC ESL Harry S Truman College Jack Kent Cooke Scholarship Scholarships Transfer TRiO

Precious Mannie

When Precious Mannie was a high school senior, she applied to more than two dozen colleges, hoping for the kind…

Alumni of CCC Harold Washington College Phi Theta Kappa Resource and Supports Scholarships Star Scholarship Transfer TRiO

Oscar Nevarez

Harold Washington College student Oscar Nevarez loves to help people. His empathy for others has helped Oscar thrive at Harold…

Harold Washington College Resilience Resource and Supports Student Government Association Student Life TRiO

Shottees Melton

Malcolm X College’s Project MPACT has given Shottees Melton a second chance. She’s now working as a certified nursing assistant…

Alumni of CCC Center of Excellence City Colleges Of Chicago Foundation Healthcare Malcolm X College Resource and Supports TRiO Workforce Equity Initiative

Angel Negron

Angel Negron, a recent Harold Washington College graduate, is getting ready to transfer to Columbia College Chicago to pursue a…

Alumni of CCC Harold Washington College Resource and Supports Scholarships Transfer TRiO