 I started taking college classes here in 2012 during my senior year of high school through a program called Youth Options. I chose NWTC because my sister attended school here. Her success and positive words ultimately led me to want to experience it for myself. I would go to high school classes in the morning and then I would take afternoon and night classes at NWTC. Having this opportunity available to me really helped get a jump start on my college education. It was a lot of hard work, focus and some sacrifice, but graduating this semester I am seeing all of my hard work finally pay off. In May I will be graduating with an associate degree in design and graphic technology and a technical diploma in print technology. NWTC has offered me so many opportunities throughout my many roles on campus. I have had the opportunity to learn so much in the classroom due to their hands-on learning approach and I have also learned so much through my many roles on campus. They have forced me to become a stronger leader, a better communicator and a better workplace professional.