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Kelly Halverson smiling in front of window

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.

Kelly Halverson's Experience led him to SCTCC

Veterans Voices Month is October

Mike Gately smiling at camera in front of tiles

The students know what they want to do, and in general, they go get it done.

Mike Gately Sees the Future at SCTCC

The alumni and staff member remembers his time as a student

Just watching them grow into dental health professionals is very rewarding.

Helping Students Thrive in the Dental Assisting Classroom

Kateri Mayer shares what her 10 years at SCTCC has been like.

Stick with it. It might get tough. You might think it’s not worth it. It is.

Perseverance is Key in Education

Three current students tell their SCTCC story

Mary Jensen against green and white background, smiling

With the students, they know what they want, and they are telling you what they want.

Mary Jensen's Time as a Student Set the Stage

1980 graduate from Secretarial Non-Shorthand

Four smiling people separated into four squares

You have all the opportunities and tools available to you to succeed and try something new.

Alumni Determine that Learning is Key

We talk to alumni at Summertime By George

When you start your own thing, it’s just you doing it and your decisions impact how your business is run.

Marketing Sales Management Grad Aims to Grow Hunting Production Business

Justin Mueller loves hunting and doesn't want to work a job he's not passionate about. When he got the idea to start a hunting photography and videography business, he went all in.

I came here to be on the top. I will always ask. And I will always use what they give me to be successful. So being in America is really great for me. I’m still learning, and I will learn, learn, learn.

Khady Windsouri Seizes Opportunities

Khady came to the US in 2016, leaving her family and 2-year-old son in Burkina Faso, Africa, for the opportunity that America held. With her first language French, she came with a 25% understanding of speaking English and only knowing one person.

Jasmine Pelzer in front of poster she made

Well first of all, I’m happy to hear so many people like this window cling! I love getting the opportunity to create something that not only catches people’s attention but also gets them talking.

Student's Designs Spark Conversation

You may have wondered: who’s behind the big posters on the Bookstore windows?

These paintings are about addictions and some are about how we pass on our addictions to our family. I wanted people to come look at the art and think about [the addictions], and how they might impact their life.

From Fast-Paced to Legal Addictions

Adam Spaeth led a fast-paced life: in the Navy he worked with a surgeon on his ship, then he went to SCTCC for the Paramedicine program to become an EMT.