Graduates of Excellence 2024

Students share their journey to graduating from GRCC.
-Jodi Holland (General Associate Degree with Baking and Pastry Certificate): achieved a lifelong goal of attending college thanks to the Michigan Reconnect Program.
-Linda Morfa Limonte (Associate of Liberal Arts in Pre-Anthropology): conquered the twin challenges of adult learning and ADHD with encouragement from her family.
-Ashley R. Smith (Certificate in IT Computer Support): changed careers with a second degree at GRCC and leveraged the hands-on experience of the mentorship program.
-Kathryn (“Kat”) Waller (Associate of Nursing): chose to grow in her healthcare career; overcame challenges and persevered to become a GRCC nurse.
-Yasmina Zimmer (Associate Degree in Biology and Geology): came to GRCC after completing her GED and fell in love with the earth sciences.