For Dean Alicia J. Rodriguez, leading the Arturo Velasquez Institute (AVI) is deeply personal. Having grown up in the Little…

For nearly five years, Stephanie Gomez, Director of Career Launch Chicago, has been at the forefront creating opportunities for youth…

Bridgette Jones began her academic journey in Tucson, Arizona, pursuing a nursing degree at her local community college.

After exploring her options for an affordable education, Arani made a life-changing decision. She enrolled at Malcolm X College where…

When Mbali arrived in the United States from South Africa, she knew she wanted to continue her education and pursue…

For Adolfo Ramirez, the Panther Pride scholarship is more than financial assistance—it’s a stepping stone toward his dreams.

For Dylan, the Olive-Harvey baseball team was more than just a team; it was a family.

Viktoriia Drozdovska’s path to success began at Wilbur Wright College, where she overcame language barriers and discovered a passion for…

For Jaiku Neoj, returning to college wasn’t just about earning a degree—it was about finding joy, identity, and purpose.

Motivated by a passion for civic leadership and inspired by the needs of her community, Angelynn Jimenez applied for the…

Joseph learned many valuable lessons during his fellowship, but the most transformative one was discovering his ability to lead and…

Tatiana has found tremendous support at Malcolm X College, including the financial assistance she received through the Monarch Scholarship.