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Meet Our Students

Learn more about what it's like being a student at Chemeketa.

 
 

A story of perseverance

MEET FRANCISCO

"My goal is that I hope to inspire and motivate people who live with any type of disability and encourage people with vision loss to pursue a degree of their choice."

The Cycle Breaker

MEET KAIRA

“I am so grateful for the opportunity to show my children that the pursuit of dreams is always possible, regardless of age.”

The Inspiring Parent

MEET DANIELA

“Once upon a time, I had no help. Now, I am creating a village of amazing people and have access to helpful resources at Chemeketa.”

The Future Builder

MEET GREGORY

"I’m very happy to have had the opportunity to attend Chemeketa, and I really hope to see you there too!”

The Student Ambassador

MEET KRISTINA

"I love Chemeketa because it has provided me with a community of friends that are all supporting my academic success.”

The Opportunity Seeker

MEET TYLER

"There is a lot of flexibility and everyone at Chemeketa is very accommodating.”

The Second Chancer

WANTS TO SET A GOOD EXAMPLE FOR HIS FAMILY

Since completing S.O.A.R. and entering the Automotive program, Michael has more confidence and a positive, supportive peer group to keep him on track.

The International Student

FOUND SUPPORT FROM OTHER STUDENTS, COLLEGE EMPLOYEES AND FAMILY

Leaving her hometown of Guadalajara was a big decision, but nearby family helped ease her transition as an international student.

The Self-Discoverer

FOUND HIS CALLING BY GETTING INVOLVED

Jesse never planned to go to college, but he found his purpose participating in Chemeketa’s Mock Trial program. Now he’s on his way to law school.

The Skills Upgrader

MOVED 2,000 MILES AWAY FROM HOME TO START SOMETHING NEW

Chelsea knew she had reached her career peak as a wine bar manager in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. A chance encounter with a Chemeketa Winemaking graduate inspired her to move to Oregon and pursue a degree.

The Student Parent

BALANCING FAMILY, WORK AND SCHOOL

After supporting her husband while he earned his degree, Terra knew it was her time to shine.

The High School Grad

STEPPING OUT OF HIS COMFORT ZONE AND THRIVING AS A COLLEGE STUDENT

Erasmo thought attending Chemeketa would be an affordable starting point on his path to becoming a surgeon—what he didn’t know was how much support and community he’d find here.