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 opportunity to speak with a few G3 advisors at Mountain Empire Community College to learn about how they help students achieve success. Amanda Mathews is one of those G3 advisors […]
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 a PI that investigates elder abuse, her inspiring story could stop there, but there’s so much more to it. Cindy first enrolled as a student at Tidewater Community College when […]
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 school, they enrolled at Tidewater Community College to take the basic core classes. After completing those, they began a Career Studies Certificate in Medical Administrative Assistant, which prepares students for […]
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 male-dominated field, Briana Wood has never let that deter her from pursuing a career as a motorsport engineer. Briana chose Virginia Western Community College after connecting with Dr. David Barry, […]
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 but moved home to be close to her family because she was expecting a child. But she didn’t want to stay stagnant. She decided to see what her local community […]
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 experiences at Germanna Community College, offers valuable insight into the impact of Virginia G3. After completing her undergraduate studies at Radford University and immersing herself in a career, Masyn was […]
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 a passion for the intersection of mental health and nursing. “After five years of working in a clinic helping individuals learn the behavioral skills they need to live normal lives […]
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 smoothest. Before re-enrolling at Tidewater Community College in 2022 to pursue an associate degree in human services, LaTonya served time in jail. Upon her release, she started a cleaning business, […]
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 and working as a teacher. Around four years ago, Jordana began volunteering in grief support groups within her community. This experience ignited a desire for further training and knowledge in […]
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. Fortunately, he discovered that he was eligible for G3, which allowed him to focus on his studies, earning him the role of commencement speaker at his TCC graduation. Jordan shares […]