Guiding Futures: Pauline’s Journey as a Mountain Empire Community College G3 Advisor
With a degree in human services, Pauline always knew she wanted to help her community thrive. But if you had told her that she would…
Finding a Passion for Patient Care with G3
After graduating high school with her associate’s degree through dual enrollment, Haley Zirkle found her calling by enrolling in a nursing program using G3 tuition…
Guiding Students to Success: Insights from G3 Advisors at Mountain Empire Community College
It’s always exciting to connect with G3 students, but what about the staff and faculty that are advising and teaching these students? We had the…
How Cindy Turned a Free Education into a Career Fighting Elder Abuse
We connected with Cindy Earl back in 2022 about her path to studying criminal justice and owning her own private investigation firm in Portsmouth. As…
How Cal Found Their Path Forward Through Virginia’s Community Colleges
Cal had no idea what they wanted to do after high school, but they didn’t let that stop them from continuing their education. After high…
Reaching the Finish Line: Briana’s Path to Motorsport Engineering
When you think about programs you can pursue through Virginia’s Community Colleges, what comes to mind? Probably not motorsport engineering. While this may be a…
Finding a Career Close to Home with G3 Tuition Assistance
Kathleen Turner became a student at Eastern Shore Community College in 2010 for the first time. She had attended a four-year university for three years…
Finding a Deeper Calling With the Help of G3 Tuition Assistance
Masyn’s journey from Connecticut to Virginia signaled a significant shift in her pursuit of a career centered on helping others. Her story, intertwined with her…
From Bachelor’s to Master’s to an Associate Degree, a Full Circle Journey
Deidra was no stranger to higher education. She had two advanced degrees, a bachelor’s degree and a master’s degree in psychology, but she always had…
Persevering Through Adversity, and Paving the Way for Others
LaTonya first enrolled at one of Virginia’s Community Colleges in 2014, but life got in the way and her road back to school wasn’t the…
Jordana Luck: A Lifelong Dedication to Learning
Jordana Luck—a Smithfield, Virginia native— was surprised when her educational journey took an unexpected turn after completing her master’s degree in 2005, raising five children…
From Student to Staff in 30 Days: How Jordan Went from Student to IT Support at TCC
Jordan got a head start as a dual enrollment high school student, but he still had to navigate financial barriers when he started community college.…
Turning a Passion for Computers into a Career with the Help of G3
JaLena grew up loving everything to do with technology, computers and robotics. Thanks to G3 tuition assistance, she was able to turn that passion into…
Reaching New Heights with the Crane Operator Program
You don’t have to travel far to understand the critical role skilled trades play in our infrastructure. From heavy equipment to commercial trucks, these operators…
2023 G3 Student Success Stories
The Virginia G3 program has been around for a little more than two years and has helped thousands of students pursue a degree or certificate…
Joshua’s Journey from Patient Care Tech to Respiratory Therapy
We love having the opportunity to speak with students who are currently enrolled or have recently completed a G3 program. One of those students is…
Resources for Nontraditional Students Through Virginia’s Community Colleges
One of the things that makes community college so great is the various types of students on campus. From recent high school graduates and parents…
How AI Will Impact Virginia’s Most In-Demand Industries
While the term “Artificial Intelligence” was coined in 1955, it wasn’t until the launch of ChatGPT by Open AI in November 2022 that leaders across…
Mid-Semester Check-In: Recharge and Finish Strong
Congrats! You’ve officially reached the halfway point of the semester, and it’s the perfect time to take a breather, reflect on your progress and set…
More Courses You Can Take While Pursuing a Public Safety Program Through G3
Public safety careers play a fundamental role in maintaining the well-being and security of society. This doesn’t just pertain to frontline responders, but to the…
