I’m Zaday Orozco, a 16 year old at Sunnyside High School. I’ve lived in Sunnyside, Washington my whole life. I want to go to college, I’m not sure for what yet exactly, but I know I want to get a decent job. In terms of career, I’m thinking about medicine, law, maybe business.
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Student Story: Alondra Romero
My name is Alondra Romero. Two years ago, I left school and could not continue my studies due to economic reasons. I am pregnant, so I want to start a career to give my son a better future.
Student Story: Killian Parra
My name is Kilian Parra. I am currently revalidating my studies from my native country, Colombia, to the United States as a degree in industrial engineering. I am doing this in order to continue my studies at YVC and obtain my degree, also for my time and obligations.
Student Story: Juliana Davis-Avendano
Hello, I’m Juliana and I just finished at Everett Community College in December. I find joy in learning and thrive on social interactions. Being at EVCC is a step towards achieving my goal of becoming a speech pathologist.
Communities for Our Colleges: Advancing Democracy and Equity Across Washington
Across Washington State, Communities for Our Colleges is transforming the lives of community college students while strengthening the fabric of our democracy. This video captures the voices of students whose paths have been opened through equitable access to education, and it highlights how community colleges are vital spaces for racial and economic justice. In aContinue reading “Communities for Our Colleges: Advancing Democracy and Equity Across Washington”
Student Story: Janeth Cortes
My name is Janeth Cortes. I am a student at YVC Grandview. I am proud to study English classes and would like to study Business Administration. I am from the state of Mexico, and I will arrive in this country in 2023.
Student Story: Luis Garcia
Hello, I’m Luis Garcia. My current goals are to be a doctor – a surgeon. My plan is to do my pre-requirements in Highline College. I don’t want to spend that much money on university… like 10,000 per quarter… It’s too much money.
Student Story: Heyvi Shirley
My name is Heyvi, and I am a GED student at OIC. I want to go to community college because, in my country, Colombia, I studied hairstyling, and I would like to continue studying Cosmetology or, in effect, be able to start a childcare business.
Student Story: Lilyana Salazar
My name is Lilyana Salazar. I am a first generation Mexican American and college student. I come from a big family, six siblings in total. My parents are no longer together and my mother is not in my life. I have taken care of my sister from my mother’s side for most of her life.
Student Story: Alondra Vazquez
My name is Alondra Vazquez. I am currently a second year in community college at Clover Park Technical College as a pre-nursing student. I chose to start off with community college just because it is less expensive compared to a university.