Starting Over at MJC Changed My Life

MJC changed my life. At the age of 40 I decided to go back to college to learn new skills to be able to support my family in a faltering economy. I was instantly struck by the friendliness of everyone involved in my education. From the person who offered powder so my face didn’t look shiny on my student ID, to the employee who jump started my car in the rain, to the instructors who let me into their classes after I camped out in the back of the room for a week; everyone seemed truly interested in my well-being and my education. I navigated through the nursing program and emerged with dear friends, wonderful memories and a 4.0 GPA.

As a graduate of the MJC nursing program I was well prepared to step into my new profession. By obtaining my degree I more than doubled my income. As the years have passed, I found that I wanted to continue my education. I re-enrolled at MJC to take pre-requisites for my next journey to gain my BSN. Again, everyone was so pleasant. It was truly a privilege to be associated with the staff and students of MJC.

- Shari Craig, Class of 2013