The End of Another Semester

Last night was our Summer Graduation Recognition Ceremony; a time that's all about acknowledging those students who finish their studies in the summer and who may or may not choose to come back in December to officially "walk" across the stage. Last night was really what it's all about - seeing our students "finish", or at least reach one educational goal they've set for themselves. Many of our graduates couldn't make it to the ceremony because they're already working! How awesome is that! One of our graduates even had his employer there to congratulate him. They had nothing but positive comments about his skills and his character. They've even scheduled time next week to stop production at the plant and give him a graduation party. This was very meaningful to me personally because I vividly remember when this young man came to College Preview Day to find out more about our school. Now to see him, two short years later, in a job he enjoys and is exceptional at doing (words from his employer), makes me proud to work in higher education and especially at TSTC! We are changing lives one student at a time!