Being undocumented has always played a big role in who I am. But it’s also been my biggest challenge in…

Diego Ramirez knew he’d be successful in college if he had the motivation and the financial resources. The City Colleges…

Dr. Cynthia Manns is an Assistant Professor of Sociology at Olive-Harvey College and has been teaching at City Colleges of…

We asked Vincent Harris, Executive Director of Student Financial Aid Services at Olive-Harvey College, a little about his job and…

“They made sure I had everything I needed. They even asked me about my living situation, making sure I felt…

Born in Chicago but raised in Mexico, Gerardo and Miguel had to get accustomed to an entirely new culture and…

Chelsea Griffin was diagnosed with Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) nearly 13 years ago, meaning she’s lived with a chronic illness…

“The energy at Harold Washington is great,” she said. “Everyone here is focused on achieving their goals.”

Safiyah Agunbiade is a long way from home. She moved to the North Side of Chicago from Nigeria in 2018…

21-year-old Erik Zetina has always enjoyed crime shows. So, after graduating from Carl Schurz High School in 2018, he decided…

A first-generation college student balancing both work and school at the same time

From winning a regional championship with the Malcolm X College Lady Hawks to earning her associate degree and transferring to…