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Illia's Story: How a Ukrainian Refugee Found Safe Harbor at DMACC
When war in Ukraine prevented Illia Yamchuk from returning home, he found unexpected support in Iowa. Through DMACC, he strengthened his English, earned a degree, and discovered a new purpose helping others navigate life's challenges.
Jacob's Story: The Incredible Things You Can Do
For alum Jacob Jones, DMACC was the first step on an incredible academic journey.
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Kelsi's Story: Turning passion into patents
Kelsi Ziemann 'flunked out' of DMACC after the first semester, but returned after 11 years with a passion for the beauty industry. She's now the founder of two successful cosmetics companies in Des Moines.
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Melissa's Story: Using theater experience to help businesses grow Iowa’s workforce
Melissa Chavas-Miller blends theater, leadership and Iowa’s 260 programs to help central Iowa businesses grow through strategic workforce training with DMACC Business Resources.
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Wesley’s Story: From First-Generation College Graduate to First-Gen Student Success Advocate
Wesley Harris, Coordinator of Student Access & Success, knows firsthand that no two first-generation student journeys look alike — and that access only works when it’s personal. He's committed to bringing more resources to DMACC, and supporting...