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 […]
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 […]
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 a career. She chose to study information technology at Patrick & Henry Community College and has found success after success along the way. Here’s her G3 story: How has G3 […]
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 help move goods and build and maintain our roads, bridges and tunnels. At Camp Community College, there are several of these training programs available, but one that isn’t that common […]
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 without worrying about the cost of tuition. To close out 2023, we’re sharing just a few success stories from students who took the leap and made their dreams come true […]
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 Joshua who is studying respiratory therapy at Tidewater Community College and plans on graduating in May. Here’s his story. Tell Us a Little About Yourself I’m originally from Columbus, Ohio […]
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 the stage for a successful second half. Whether you’ve had a stellar start or faced some challenges, this is your opportunity to regroup and finish strong. In this blog post, […]
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 professionals who improve communities through social work, maintain relationships with other nations and use science to solve crimes and bring justice. If one of these roles speaks to you, pursuing […]
Virginia offers diverse career opportunities that are expected to continue expanding across the state. According to the Virginia Employment Commission, employment is projected to grow 10.1 percent by 2026, exceeding the national growth rate of 7.4 percent. The best part is, many of the jobs that show promising growth can be attained with an associate […]
Embarking on a career in healthcare is an exciting and rewarding pursuit, one that requires a strong foundation of knowledge and skills. Pursuing a healthcare G3 program through Virginia’s Community Colleges gives you the opportunity to engage in a wide array of fascinating and stimulating courses. These courses offered won’t just expand your horizons, they […]
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