Stories

In 1982, Glenna was one of the first Deaf people to attend Tulsa Junior College, now Tulsa Community College. She was also among the initial group to take advantage of support services provided by...

It’s common for students to graduate with several degrees at one time. However, James graduated with five associate degrees with honors within a 22-month period from Tulsa Community College...

Jackie had a lengthy career in Information Technology. She credits Tulsa Junior College, now Tulsa Community College, with providing a strong foundation for that work. “TJC’s Computer...

Moving from Monterrey, Mexico at the age of 13, Moises spoke no English and knew no one outside of his immediate family. As the first in his family to attend college and complete an associate degree...

Growing up in a military family that moved frequently, Jeannie attended 12 schools in 12 years. She landed in Tulsa in 1978 and never left. Civic minded, she became involved in politics. She worked...

Born and raised in the Mississippi Delta, Clifton joined the Air Force in 1964 and served in the 89th Presidential Wing. He was later inducted in the Enlisted Airman Hall of Fame. He came to Tulsa...

When her dream of being on stage didn’t prosper after high school, Cat Rockholt went into banking. However, without a degree, she hit several career road blocks. After deep reflection, she...

Crediting Tulsa Community College with giving her confidence, Bethany Niman went from just wanting to survive college to thriving in the experience. She is now eyeing graduate school. She earned a...

50th Anniversary Notable Alumni Feature Isaac Rocha: Isaac serves as Reginal Business Development & Inclusion Officer with Tulsa-based Bama Companies, Inc. Currently based in Los Angeles, he is...

Logan Jones is interested in starting his own company. So, his goal is to get through college with as little student debt as possible. Already familiar with Tulsa Community College through dual...