Sara Cook recalls being asked many times by her elementary school teachers what she wanted to be when she grew up. “I want to be like you,” she told each one who asked. “I definitely knew I had that spot in my heart for teaching.” Cook started at Moraine Valley with plans to go into […]

Arturo Mazari s among 50 students from across the country named a 2020 Coca-Cola Academic Team Silver Scholar, a selection based on academic achievement, leadership, and engagement in college and service in the community.

Working with machines was not always in the cards for Melody Martinez. She initially went to school for court reporting, but after working in the field, she realized it wasn’t for her. Instead, she turned to the trades, most specifically heating and air conditioning (HAC). She started taking HAC classes at Moraine Valley. Although this […]

Jordan Murray knows he made the right decision to come to Moraine Valley. His list of accomplishments when he graduates with two associate degrees and several complementing certificates also includes being named the college’s 2017 Student Employee of the Year and the distinction of being named the Illinois Student Employee of the Year.

Hana Asfar is motivated, determined and goal-driven student at Moraine Valley Community College. She also serves at the student trustee.