Student Stories
Zachara’s Journey: A Hall of Fame Story That Reflects the Heart of CT State Gateway
Zachara is a shining light at CT State Community College Gateway. She shared her incredible story at this year’s Gateway…
The Power of Donor Support: Angela Kobs’ Journey from Dog Groomer to Graphic Artist
Angela Kobs spent 15 years working as a dog groomer before deciding to pursue a lifelong passion for graphic art.…
Scholarship Support Fuels Prapti’s Engineering Dreams at CT State Gateway
For Prapti Hosur, an engineering science major, every achievement represents not just her hard work, but the faith others have…
You Helped Her Thrive: Precious’s Journey Through Gateway’s Supportive Community
Born and raised in New Haven, Precious Adkins’ educational journey is a testament to perseverance and determination. Though she once…
From Nepal to New Haven: Aayushka’s Journey Through Gateway and the Foundation
Community College offered both opportunity and belonging, for Aayushka Gainju. After moving from Nepal to New Jersey then Connecticut, she chose CT…
Your Support Helps Students Like Jeffrey Become the Counselors Our Community Needs
Jeffrey Givner has known addiction. He grew up in a family affected by addiction, and later faced the disease himself. He…
Your Support Kept Him in School: John’s Journey in Computer Science
John Gil Vazques discovered his passion for computers at age nine, fixing machines alongside his uncle. His early curiosity grew into…
A Mother’s Second Chance Inspires the Next Generation: Ashley’s Story
For Ashley Ray, life’s journey came with unexpected and dramatic disruptions to her education and financial health. But thanks to…
They Helped Me Feel Seen: How a Gateway Scholarship Changed Edwin’s Future
“I felt seen,” he said softly. “They (the donors) didn’t have to do that. They could have gone on a…