Cuyahoga Community CollegeMy Tri-C Story
Rebecca Groth
Rebecca was skeptical about college. She knew she was smart, but didn’t know if the college experience would be right for her. Then she came to Tri-C, where she quickly discovered a valuable support network of faculty, staff and fellow students who not only helped her succeed academically, they helped her find a purpose and a future.
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Stephanie Bayne
After graduating from high school in 2011, Stephanie Bayne chose to attend Cuyahoga Community College. At first, she was a little anxious about her choice as she watched many of her friends go off to four-year colleges. But she loved the small classes and the convenience.
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Josh Gatka
Despite having a four-year degree, Josh Gatka had a hard time finding a job. So, he enrolled at Tri-C with eyes on an associate degree in IT. As a Tri-C student, Josh took advantage of the College’s Career Center and landed a job during finals week of his last semester.
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Valencia Collins
When Valencia Collins came to Cuyahoga Community College, her life changed. She experienced financial, professional and personal support from the College, and Tri-C became the foundation of the professional she is today. Valencia earned a nursing degree, and now has a job doing what she loves.
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Tyler Lienerth
After graduating from high school, Tyler Lienerth planned to attend college and play for the baseball team. He had an offer to play at a four-year college, but chose to attend Cuyahoga Community College where he earned a scholarship and played ball for the Tri-C championship team. Tyler transferred to Baldwin-Wallace University where he is a junior and continues to play baseball.
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Chris Groomes
Right out of high school, Chris Groomes attended the Advanced Technology Academy through Tri-C’s Workforce and Economic Development program. He got his certificate in precision machining technology in December 2013 and proceeded to enroll in the CNC Technology program.