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Student Profile

Jordan

My time in college has been a journey filled with meaningful opportunities to make a difference, even before earning my degree. It allowed me to believe in the profound impact I have on others.

Major:

Criminal Justice

Plans After RVCC:

John Jay College of Criminal Justice, studying International Criminal Justice and working as a Peer Career Educator in the Career Center.

Accomplishments & Community Building:

Student Commencement Speaker
EOF student
Student Ambassador
Criminal Justice Club President
Orgullo Latino Vice President of Leadership and Service
Cento Amici Scholarship
Raritan Promise Scholarship
President's Volunteer Gold Service Award
Service Learning Leadership Award

Internship Experience

Somerset County Prosecutor’s Office (Sex Crimes Unit)
Somerset County Sheriff’s Office
NJ Courts (Criminal Division)
RVCC Achievement Center

Student Profile

Oreoluwa

I was able to build a sense of belonging within the RVCC community. I made friends and participated in clubs and organizations that were of interest to me.

Major:

Pre-Medicine and Pre-Pharmacy

Plans After RVCC:

Transfer to Saint Peter’s University Honors Program

Accomplishments & Community Building:

Jack Kent Cooke Semifinalist
Phi Theta Kappa
National Society of Leadership and Success
Scholarship for Fundamental Fairness Honoring the Life of John J. Grossi, Jr.
Academic Award for Pre-Medicine and Pre-Pharmacy
Achievement Center Intern/Volunteer
Graduated Summa Cum Laude

How did you benefit from attending RVCC?

It made me realize my hidden potential and opened doors of opportunity.

Student Profile

Yanely

Graduating from RVCC means a lot to me because as a first-generation student, an immigrant, a proud Hispanic woman, and a survivor, I am so happy to present what diligence and determination can accomplish in times of hardship.

Major:

Liberal Arts – Social Science and Tax Preparer Certificate of Completion

Plans After RVCC:

Transfer to Rutgers University

Accomplishments & Community Building:

ESL Club President
Non-Profit Civic Engagement Award
EOF Outstanding Achievement Award
Pepsi Scholarship
New Jersey Community College Opportunity Grant
Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Training