Moraine Valley Community College

Story Wall

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    Jacob Jeeninga

    • Alsip
    After taking an introductory drafting class in high school, Jacob Jeeninga was determined to become a draftsman. Also known as a drafter, a draftsman turns rough sketches and concepts from
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Story Wall

At Moraine Valley Community College, we love to tell our students’ stories. Inspired by our community, the longstanding “Story Wall” concept is a reality thanks to our students’ desire to share their stories through photos, videos and interviews.

We encourage students to share their stories and give others a glimpse into the lives of our diverse student body. Everyone has a story. Tell us yours!

  • Alsip

    – October 14, 2026

    Jacob Jeeninga

    After taking an introductory drafting class in high school, Jacob Jeeninga was determined to become a draftsman. Also known as a drafter, a draftsman turns…

  • Palos Hills

    – August 26, 2026

    Kristian Zajac

    Kristian Zajac initially chose Moraine Valley for its convenient location and affordable tuition, but after starting classes, he discovered the college was a perfect fit…

  • Homer Glen

    – August 25, 2026

    Chloe Werkau

    Chloe Werkau was the only female in her high school trades classes, but she didn’t let that deter her from following her passion. Now enrolled…

  • Oak Lawn

    – August 13, 2026

    Noah Baker

    For student Noah Baker, a key strength of the Criminal Justice Program at Moraine Valley is the real-world experience instructors bring to the classroom. “Something…

  • Homer Glen

    – August 13, 2026

    Chloe Werkau

    Chloe Werkau was the only female in her high school trades classes, but she didn’t let that deter her from following her passion. Now enrolled…

  • Oak Lawn

    – July 1, 2026

    Connor Rutherford

    Connor Rutherford wears many hats and, at Moraine Valley, holds many titles: alumnus, returning student and current enrollee. While in the Illinois Army National Guard,…

  • Homewood

    – June 16, 2026

    Kylynn Hernandez

    Pursuing a career in the trades wasn’t at the forefront of Kylynn Hernandez’s mind when she was thinking about her future, but social media posts…

  • Chicago

    – January 14, 2026

    Reggie Strong

    Watching any basketball player slam into the padded wall just beyond the hoop would make most people wince but watching Reggie Strong do it makes…

  • Hickory Hills

    – December 9, 2025

    Marietta and Tamera Farraj

    Growing up with Moraine Valley Although their tennis experience started with tears on the court, it’s been nothing but smiles ever since freshmen Marietta and…

  • Orland Park

    – December 5, 2025

    Maya Hyser

    Students sticking together: Maya Hyser’s story Since she was a child, Maya Hyser always told everyone she would be a nurse. True to her long-held…

  • Palos Hills

    – December 5, 2025

    Zuzana Budzak

    Students sticking together: Zuzana Budzak’s story Zuzana Budzak hopes to be the kind of nurse who will make a difference in people’s lives—just like the…

  • Palos Hills

    – December 5, 2025

    Amy Clancy

    Students sticking together: Amy Clancy’s story The thought of considering a career in nursing never entered Amy Clancy’s mind when she was younger. Instead, she…