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Voice of Hope: Yanki Evliyaoğlu
At age 11, Yanki Evliyaoğlu knew she wanted to someday work in the arts.
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Surreal 180: An Essay by Andrea Martinez
The best word I can use to describe my experience with the NASA Community College Aerospace Scholars (NCAS) program is surreal.
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Eladio’s Journey Toward Success
Sometimes you need a little help along the way, and the toughest thing can be asking for it.
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The Year that Was 2018
The year that was 2018 marked several milestones at Santa Monica College, and many accomplishments...