MJC: A Family Affair

My mother, Ada Morrow, was raised in a strict family and her father did not allow her to attend college. She always yearned for a college education and finally got her chance when I began attending MJC in 1940. She did not drive, so we drove to school together from our home north of Modesto. She enrolled in home economics and other courses. I enrolled in business courses and had the pleasure of serving as the President of the Associated Students of MJC during my sophomore year. My mother and I finished our degrees and graduated on the same day in 1942!

I went on to a career in public service, working 20 years for Stanislaus County, retiring in 1989 as the elected County Auditor-Controller. I am deeply indebted to the outstanding instructors at MJC for the influence which they had on my life. My family and I are grateful for MJC and the educational opportunities it offers.

- Wallace “Wally” Morrow, Class of 1942