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Pamela Marshall '24 CPS found a passion for environmental sustainability.

"It Felt Like Home"
Lauren Berry聽is chasing her dreams in the legal field, with her background in the CPS Paralegal program as a foundation.

From Ranch to Recognition
J. Martin Molinos '24 CPS knew from a young age that a college education was a part of his future. Purpose, passion and hard work were at the root of his success at 草榴社区.

Tracey Barnes '24 CPS is a living testament to the power of human resilience and the transformative impact of education.

Madison DeWispelaere '22 CPS looked for the next challenge in her career. Her school work took her to new heights 鈥 and around the world.

Alice Ford '23 CPS finds a way to be a Dean's list student and a pillar in her community, while working the night shift.

Robert Brickhouse '22 CPS took a long journey to his 草榴社区 degree, which will fuel his passion as a music director.

Michael DiMaio '23 CPS uses the lessons he's learned in the military and at 草榴社区 to help fellow veterans in need.

Shelby Meyers '23 CPS followed a passion for healthcare advocacy, earning her degree and finding a new career path.

Maalik Wayns' 草榴社区 career led him to the NBA. Now, as he coaches the next generation of basketball stars, he's pursing his degree.

Ronell Smith '21 CPS showed years of hard work, sacrifice, and care in earning her degree, with the goal of passing that knowledge on to others.

Ryan Oakley '21 CPS has shown an entrepreneurial spirit that is driving his tech start-up and charitable foundation.

When Chad Allen was preparing for his transition from the Marine Corps, he saw a recurring theme among job listings: degree needed. He found a home in CPS.

Last month, Joyce Harden graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Leadership with Asian Studies and Japanese minors and a 3.4 GPA. She embodies the spirit of CPS in all that she does.

For Philadelphia native Corey Stephens, a desire to motivate and inspire people was the driving force behind his decision to enroll at CPS.

Through a 鈥渕iraculous set of circumstances,鈥 John Weinberger enrolled in the College of Professional Studies to pursue his next career move.

Daniel Duffy '22 CPS came to 草榴社区 determined to make the most of his education and found a new side of himself.

Brittni Jones came to CPS looking to juggle school and life as a mother. She did so, earning a degree and the Medallion of Academic Excellence.

William Keller describes his experience returning to school at the 草榴社区 College of Professional Studies after serving in the military.

Erica Howard '21 CPS describes her goals for advancing her career, after taking time off to raise her family, and how CPS helped her pave the path toward success.