Hello, I’m Iris Gomez. I’m a student at Highline College. I came into college not knowing what I wanted to do, and I just chose business. My cousin did business, so I thought I would follow along in her footsteps. I chose to go to Highline because it was closest to home.
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Students Rally to Defend Higher Education Funding in Washington
On April 7, 2025, students, educators, and community leaders from across Washington State came together on the steps of the Capitol in Olympia to demand one clear message from lawmakers: no cuts to higher education. Organized in partnership with the Washington Student Association and the Washington Bus, the Communities for Our Colleges (C4C) team mobilizedContinue reading “Students Rally to Defend Higher Education Funding in Washington”
Student Story: Deyanira Orozco
My name is Deyanira Orozco. I am studying English classes at Yakima Valley College in Grandview. Later, I would like to study a career. Right now, my priority is English classes. I studied high school in Mexico and would like to revalidate my credits and continue studying, perhaps as a social worker, because I enjoyContinue reading “Student Story: Deyanira Orozco”
Student Story: Ariana Mendoza
My name is Ariana Arreguin Mendoza. I’m 21 years old. I’m originally from Mexico, Michoacan. I have about five years living here in the United States. I’m from Wenatchee. But I moved to Federal Way to attend the University of Washington Tacoma.
Student Story: Shilah Malaykhan
I’m Shilah, a student at Western Washington University. I used to do Running Start at Highline College. I’m studying environmental studies. I plan on doing small town government work to try and better the planet. I want to create mandates and more to help and make environmentalism more accessible.
Student Story: Raquel Sanchez
Hello, my name is Raquel Sanchez Perez. I was born in Zitacuaro, Michoacan, Mexico. I arrived in the United States at the age of one and was able to apply for DACA at the age of 17, which opened many doors. I am currently taking online classes at Spokane Community College, which allows me toContinue reading “Student Story: Raquel Sanchez”
Student Story: Gerry Wong
My name is Gerry Wong and I’m 29 years old. I am working full time, but I’ve been thinking about switching careers. I’ve been looking at programs and stumbled upon Bellevue College.
Student Story: Ivonne Salazar
My name is Ivonne Salazar, I am 19 years old and I am a first generation Mexican American. My mother was trafficked into this country when she was 20 years old and raised me and siblings on her own as a single mother, which greatly affected the person I became today.
Students Across WA Demand: No Budget Cuts! Yes to Investments in Higher Education!
On President’s Day, Communities for Our Colleges (C4C) brought together students from throughout Washington state to Olympia to advocate for Free College for All, opportunities for undocumented students, and increased investment in higher education! Over 150 students, faculty, staff, families, and community members joined forces to send a message to our elected officials: No BudgetContinue reading “Students Across WA Demand: No Budget Cuts! Yes to Investments in Higher Education!”
Student Story: Jessica Aguirre
My name is Jessica Aguirre. I’m a 16 year old student at Sunnyside High School. My goals out of high school are to go to college. Right now my main goal is to try and become a dentist or something in the medical field. I would like to go to college somewhere close. I don’tContinue reading “Student Story: Jessica Aguirre”