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Creativity, perseverance and a passion for storytelling have guided Juliana Delgado’s journey since she graduated from Moraine Valley in 2010. She developed a love for photography, became a published author and used these pursuits to inspire others. Delgado continued her education at Elmhurst University and graduated in 2021 with an MBA. Still, her passion for…
From a young age, Michal Zurek, a 2019 Moraine Valley graduate, had an inquisitive mind and showed a great interest in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). While he was not sure what his future would look like, the details became clearer during his time at Moraine Valley. Peter Keep, professor of Mathematics at Moraine…
When Katherine Brown walked through Moraine Valley’s doors in 2012, she was looking for an affordable way to continue her education. What she found was a strong academic foundation, exposure to high academic standards and opportunities that eventually would give her the confidence to take her from local classrooms to international conferences. Brown attended Moraine…
Alan Bishop’s lifelong passion for music began when he received his first guitar at 15 years old. Drawn to the instrument’s sound, he quickly developed an affection for music and envisioned himself becoming a music teacher. Even as he journeyed across the globe, his love for music traveled with him. After high school, Bishop enlisted…
In the early ‘70s, Moraine Valley’s campus looked drastically different from what it is today, consisting of just two permanent buildings and several temporary trailers. Such was the campus that Moraine Valley alumnus Larry McGrenera encountered when he first took classes a few years after the college opened in 1967. With a knack for science…
Wylie Blanchard’s journey from Moraine Valley student to CEO and author demonstrates his dedication to continuous learning and his commitment to helping others develop meaningful careers. Blanchard graduated from Moraine Valley in 2006 with an associate degree in business administration. He later earned a Bachelor of Science in business administration from Walden University, then his…
When Amanda Hantson first came to Moraine Valley as a student, she was searching for a quality education and viable career paths to pursue. Nearly 20 years later, Hantson has established herself as a key member of Moraine Valley’s Fine & Performing Arts Center as assistant technical director. Hantson began taking classes in September 2007…
Moraine Valley graduate and Alumni Hall of Fame inductee, Eric Spruth, has been an art therapist for the Illinois Department of Corrections at the Cook County Jail for more than 33 years. His experience reaches beyond the local area as he has traveled the globe helping others through art therapy. A 1986 Moraine Valley graduate…
The Moraine Valley Foundation celebrated its Alumni Hall of Fame’s 10th anniversary at the annual induction ceremony held at the college’s Palos Hills location on March 4. The Hall of Fame Class of 2025 included four inductees: Dr. Jermaine Ford, Dr. April Gallik, Michael Ross Schofield Jr. and Naheda Zayyad-Hussien. In addition, over 20 individuals…
After being admitted to Northern Illinois University (NIU), Dr. Erika Burt was so excited to attend a four-year school. Like many freshmen, she started strong, but the first year was challenging. After navigating the pressures of her first year, Erika enrolled at Moraine Valley to take a few classes and return to NIU. She planned…
Carrie Jeffery knew she wanted a career where she could help people, and she gained a solid foundation for her nursing career at Moraine Valley. She eventually went on to earn her bachelor’s and master’s degrees, and professional certifications in pediatric nursing and nursing professional development. “I always thought Moraine Valley’s program was like a…
“Moraine Valley provided me with a solid foundation of knowledge and abilities that allowed me to continually build upon. The practical experience and deep passion of instructors helped teach me the skills I needed to persevere in my career,” said alumnus Steve Pec, who attended the college in the late ’80s, earning an Associate in…
