Student Stories
Nuha’s Journey: From Hardship to Empowerment
When Nuha Ibrahim arrived in the U.S. in 2008, she dreamed of building a new life—a life full of opportunities,…
Pursuing Passions, On and Off the Field: Ethan Guay’s Story
Ethan Guay, a Sports Management major at CT State Community College Gateway, said sports have always been more than a…
The Care That Inspired a Calling: Christie Jeanty’s Story
Christie Jeanty always thought about working in health care, but it took some medical complications of her own to discover…
Driven by Family, Focused on Change: Lexi Robison’s Path Through Engineering at Gateway
Lexi Robison’s journey into engineering at Gateway Community College started with a heartfelt mission close to home. Hailing from Seymour,…
Valerie’s Path: From Passion to Profession in Automotive Technology
Valerie’s journey began with a love for cars that stretched back to her childhood. Growing up around car culture, her…
From Struggles to Strength: How Charamine Crawley is Turning Her Pain into Purpose as a Future Recovery Counselor!
People who’ve experienced challenges often channel their struggles into helping others. That’s what led Charamine Crawley to want to become…
Maritza Sanchez Godinez Awarded Soderstrom Scholars Fund
Maritza Sanchez Godinez, an engineering science major at CT State Community College Gateway, was selected for the prestigious Soderstrom Scholars…
Workforce Alliance Scholarship Fuels Anna Williams’ Pursuit of Software Development Excellence
Computer Engineering Technology major Anna Williams chose a career path in software development because she wants to make people’s lives…
Meet Cristian Montañez: Student of the Year and Scholarship Awardee
Some people see obstacles as stumbling blocks … Cristian Montañez sees them as stepping stones. A Connecticut State Colleges &…