“Thank you! I humbly appreciate this opportunity. I am just scratching the surface in my education process and to be noticed in any light makes this award that much more special. May God Bless all.” — Antwon PopéCampaign for Student Success, Paradise Valley Community College

“I now see how hard work and overcoming adversity truly pays off in striving toward my goals.” — Tomas AlmanazCampaign for Student Success, Mesa Community College

“Pursuing this degree is also teaching my children that it is never too late to follow your dreams.” — Tammy McCullaghCampaign for Student Success, Mesa Community College

“I am a person who shoots for the moon because even if I fail, I am still among the stars.”  — Cynthia HerdaCampaign for Student Success, Glendale Community College

“I decided I would do everything possible so I could become the first one in my family to graduate from college.” — Aron MixsonCampaign for Student Success, Mesa Community College