![Tania Ambriz smiling at camera, sitting at table](/sites/default/files/styles/story_details/public/uploads/img/2023-11/tania.jpg?h=bf24ab97&itok=8KOl-GNE)
I always recommend to come in and just ask for help. I didn’t know where to fill out the FAFSA or where to fill out the application for college.
The first-generation college student is taking it slow
![Heidi Smith smiling at camera](/sites/default/files/styles/story_details/public/uploads/img/2023-11/heidi-smith-vetvoices.jpg?h=4a7ae940&itok=UvDVrYiI)
If we can just take what we're given and take those opportunities and make the best out of them, even though it may not be what we think we want, sometimes it ends up being what we needed.
The Cyclones Volleyball Coach takes things in stride
![Katrina standing in front of electronics panel](/sites/default/files/styles/story_details/public/uploads/img/2023-11/KAtrina.jpg?h=010e02a3&itok=wpABSrDT)
I’m more of a hands-on person, so being able to physically do the wiring or adjusting parameters on a screen versus sitting on a computer all day or typing is much easier and I can remember it better.
Double majoring in Energy & Electronics program makes the most sense
![Brian Volkmuth in front of flags](/sites/default/files/styles/story_details/public/uploads/img/2023-10/BrianV.jpg?h=d1cb525d&itok=Flm71VYy)
Changing what a society thinks is a norm is unbelievably challenging.
The Information Technology Instructor uses past and present to help shape the future
![Kelly Halverson smiling in front of window](/sites/default/files/styles/story_details/public/uploads/img/2023-10/kelly2.png?h=c85460ea&itok=shXZhzWY)
My experiences in the military and being a veteran have really helped me as I’ve moved into this career. I’ve gotten to interact and work with a variety of people from many different countries and cultures, and that’s been invaluable to me.
Veterans Voices Month is October
![Mike Gately smiling at camera in front of tiles](/sites/default/files/styles/story_details/public/uploads/img/2023-10/Mike%20Gately.00_00_29_01.Still001.jpg?h=cb110a3c&itok=BqA8lhpL)
The students know what they want to do, and in general, they go get it done.
The alumni and staff member remembers his time as a student
![Kateri smiling at camera](/sites/default/files/styles/story_details/public/uploads/img/2023-09/kateri.png?h=004c8103&itok=zDcCiCgk)
Just watching them grow into dental health professionals is very rewarding.
Kateri Mayer shares what her 10 years at SCTCC has been like.
![Michael, Halla, and Larry headshots](/sites/default/files/styles/story_details/public/uploads/img/2023-09/donuts-students-head.jpg?h=f63b0203&itok=w0WSy1z9)
Stick with it. It might get tough. You might think it’s not worth it. It is.
Three current students tell their SCTCC story
![Mary Jensen against green and white background, smiling](/sites/default/files/styles/story_details/public/uploads/img/2023-09/mary-jensen.jpg?h=e05f864f&itok=iV5IiUJZ)
With the students, they know what they want, and they are telling you what they want.
1980 graduate from Secretarial Non-Shorthand
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You have all the opportunities and tools available to you to succeed and try something new.
We talk to alumni at Summertime By George
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