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Faces of ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº: 60 Years In

As part of ÎçҹӰԺ’s 60th Anniversary celebration we’re launching a portrait series that captures the faces of ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº in 2025
February 25, 2025

To help kick off our 60th anniversary, we’ve been talking to students, staff, and faculty and asking them what they love most about ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº. We’re also shooting intimate portraits that capture the diverse faces of the people who make this college so special. Look for more updates throughout the year in our newsletters and on our social channels!

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Alexa Zarate, ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº Business student

“I was intimidated to go to college right after high school, but the instructors have made me feel so comfortable. I also love that there are people from all walks of life in my classes. It’s been really fun to share my story and learn from everyone’s different perspectives and life experiences.â€

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Adonis Bergeron, ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº Nutrition student

“I love the small campus feel of ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº. I also like the fact that I can build relationships with my instructors and my classmates, and I know they will be there to help me. I’ve never felt lost in the shuffle at ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº.â€

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Phillip Nesbit, ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº Mathematics instructor

“My favorite part of teaching math is when students have their ‘a-ha’ moment. I also love teaching at ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº because of all the support faculty receives.â€

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Eryne Meyemgo, ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº Biology student

“As an international student, ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº has been very accessible to me. I really enjoy my classes and the overall experience of being a ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº student.â€

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Joaquin Lee, ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº Welding student

“This is my first term at ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº, and I’ve really enjoyed all the support I’ve received from the get-go. The small class sizes are good for me, and I know that I’m more than a number here.â€

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Kasen Murphy, ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº Welding student

“ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº is so much more affordable than other institutions, which is important to me. I’ve also met some awesome people along the way.â€

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Prince Benion, ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº Biology student

“My favorite part of ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº is the people. I’ve also always loved science and am excited to take what I learn here and apply it to my dream of developing my own hybrid plant species.â€

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Valeria Tena, ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº Criminology student

“I love the flexibility that ÎçÒ¹Ó°Ôº offers, whether you have a job or other obligations you need to fulfill. It’s made pursuing my education so much easier.â€