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Cecelia Joyce Price, Ph.D., believes the most important part of being a teacher is the influence you have on students — many times in unknown and unintended ways. As a faculty member in the School of Education, it’s one of the many lessons she tries to impart to her students.

Orlando Silva is proud of the challenges he's overcome and his success as a first-generation student.

Arianna Castillo was an architect major before COVID hit, but she knew it wasn't right. She decided to make a change to Dallas College to study art and save some money.

Nina Nahvi wouldn’t be in the position she is now – New England Aquarium’s medical center manager — without Dallas College. Nahvi is among the many success stories who have come out of the school’s Veterinary Technology program over the years. She’s an example of just how diverse and wide-ranging the job opportunities are for graduates.

Whether it’s your first class — or last — at Dallas College, the school is committed to providing you a top-notch educational experience and laying the groundwork for you to pursue your educational and professional dreams. Since you’re officially a part of our community, here are some interesting facts to know.

Blackwell earned $10,000 for winning the “Chopped” episode titled “Chuck Wagon Cook-Off” (Season 52, Episode 7), continuing to establish himself as one of the most recognizable chefs to come out of Dallas College’s Culinary, Pastry and Hospitality program.

Jesus Cavazos said that Accessibility Services has been a huge help during his time at Dallas College.

Senquae Cox moved from San Angelo to the Dallas area seeking a college education and better opportunities.

Dallas College alumna Karrington Bennett graduated from Dallas College as a first generation student and is now thriving at Southern Methodist University (SMU).

Army veteran Nicole Harris always wanted to be a police officer. When she was accepted to the Cedar Valley Law Enforcement Academy, it looked as if she was finally on her way to making that goal a reality but there were still obstacles to overcome.

When Temika McCaskill joined Dallas College’s culinary program, she had an entry interview with Senior Director Steve DeShazo before taking her first class. DeShazo asked what she wanted to get out of her education and what her goals were. Just two days later, she had a job at one of Dallas’ best restaurants, working for a nationally famous chef mentor.

When Aaron Doyle first got out of the military he struggled to find a job. At Dallas College he rediscovered his creativity.

A marketing and management major, Daniel Juárez Pereira took on leadership roles after arriving from Guatemala to study at Richland Campus.

Emily De La Rosa is a Dallas College student studying business who hopes to transfer to the University of Houston after she graduates in 2023.

Teresiah Njenga's Uber driver told her about Dallas College Brookhaven and now she tells others about the support she received on her journey to becoming a nurse.