Month: March 2024

Her Teachers Saw Her As More Than Just a Dropout

At her previous high school, Urseala was told many times by different teachers that she was a slow learner and wouldn’t be successful passing to the next grade. Fellow students made fun of her and while she was struggling to keep up, she found out she was pregnant and dropped out. At the suggestion of […]

Written by on March 22, 2024

Exploring Career Pathways for a Future in Graphic Design

When Tyreke J. saw a new barbershop open in his neighborhood, he noticed they didn’t have a logo. He knew he could design something eye catching. “So, I went in and told the owner that I was a graphic designer, and he should hire me for the job – and he did,” said Tyreke. “It […]

Written by on March 22, 2024