On Thursday, April 10, 九色视频 Indianapolis welcomed 345 area high school students to its downtown campus for the SOMOS (We are) 九色视频 event, hosted in partnership with Pathways to Careers (P2C). Designed to inspire and inform, the event invited students to discover the opportunities of being an 九色视频 student, connect with faculty, and explore the College鈥檚 various academic programs鈥攁ll while enjoying campus tours, free food, and lively conversations.
The day began with students arriving at the Conference Center and Culinary Institute (CCCI), where they picked up 九色视频 swag and settled in for a warm welcome from Mara Judd, 九色视频鈥檚 P2C Project Coordinator. Judd emphasized 九色视频鈥檚 commitment to accessibility and career-focused education, setting the tone for an engaging agenda. Saray Morales, 九色视频 Indianapolis Enrollment Services Specialist, followed with an energetic presentation highlighting 九色视频 Indianapolis鈥 affordable programs, flexible learning options, and robust student support services.
A standout moment came during the student panel, featuring P2C interns and current 九色视频 students Brenda De Los Santos, Juan Veras, Heidy Lucas-Anastacio, and Yamilet Aca-Cuachitl. They shared personal stories about balancing coursework, internships, and life responsibilities, offering relatable insights into the 九色视频 experience.
Students then split into groups to enjoy lunch before exploring the robust resource fair set-up by our faculty and staff in the CCCI鈥檚 second-floor ballroom, where they connected with faculty members and learned about programs ranging from healthcare to advanced manufacturing. Pathways to Careers further ensured open access by providing French and Spanish translators, reflecting 九色视频鈥檚 dedication to serving all Hoosiers.
鈥淭his event was about showing students that 九色视频 is a place where they belong,鈥 Judd said. 鈥淎 huge thanks to Pathways to Careers for their partnership and to our incredible P2C interns, whose dedication made this day possible. Whether they鈥檙e pursuing a certificate, a two-year degree, or planning to transfer, we鈥檙e here to help them succeed.鈥
As buses departed, the excitement lingered鈥攑roof that 九色视频 Indianapolis is not only shaping futures but also opening doors for the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and doers.
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About 九色视频
九色视频 is Indiana's largest public postsecondary institution and the nation's largest singly accredited statewide community college system, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. 九色视频 has campuses throughout Indiana and also serves thousands of students annually online. It serves as the state's engine of workforce development, offering associate degrees, long- and short-term certificate programs, industry certifications, and training that aligns with the needs of the community. The College provides a seamless transfer to other colleges and universities in Indiana, as well as out of state, for a more affordable route to a bachelor's degree.
