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Undaunted By Obstacles, A New Career Evolves

Wednesday, September 01, 2010 — Salina

Overall, I enjoyed my time and experiences there. The school helped me broaden horizons in many ways. I have taken many friendships with me.

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Antonio Edwards: “I’m 21 and where I want to be.”

Thursday, July 22, 2010 — Miami

Antonio Edwards developed an interest in criminal justice early in life. “I have a passion for standing up for what’s right,” he said. As a senior in high school, he volunteered for an internship at the Miami-Dade County (Florida) Clerks Office, where he processed subpoenas and performed other clerical duties. Upon graduation, he joined the staff at the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office as a Legal Assistant. He studied criminal justice for a year at another college before becoming frustrated with large class sizes and a dull curriculum. Antonio then transferred to Brown Mackie College – Miami.

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Brown Mackie College – Findlay Graduate awarded The Career College Association (CCA) 2010 GREAT (Graduate Recognition for Excellence, Achievement and Talent) Award

Thursday, July 22, 2010 — Findlay

Karri Danner, a 2009 Brown Mackie College – Findlay graduate and Jessica Stanley, a 2009 Brown Mackie College – North Canton graduate, were presented with The Career College Association (CCA) 2010 GREAT (Graduate Recognition for Excellence, Achievement and Talent) Award at a ceremony that took place in the Cannon House Caucus Room in Washington, DC on Wednesday, March 10. CCA President Harris Miller presented the award to Danner and Stanley for their outstanding academic and personal achievements.

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Brown Mackie College – North Canton Graduate awarded The Career College Association (CCA) 2010 GREAT (Graduate Recognition for Excellence, Achievement and Talent) Award

Thursday, July 22, 2010 — North Canton

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Erica Johnson: Seeing is Believing

Thursday, July 22, 2010 — Tucson

The convenience of attending classes once a month helped Erica Johnson balance single motherhood, surgery, and unemployment to earn a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice from Brown Mackie College – Tucson.

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Martin Ferguson: Pursue your goals despite obstacles

Wednesday, July 21, 2010 — Fort Wayne

"I felt pride run through me as I realized I had made it. I made it through working and going to school, and having a heart attack. I would say to anyone who is even thinking of school to go for it!"

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Today I Stand Here Re-invented

Tuesday, May 25, 2010 — Northern Kentucky

I feel like I can do anything I want to do now as long as I’m willing to work.

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Success comes in the form of helping others

Thursday, April 01, 2010 — All Campuses

Early in his primary school years, elementary school officials told Eric McBride’s parents that he would probably never graduate high school because of a learning disability. His parents did not agree.

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“I feel like this is what I’m supposed to be doing.”

Monday, March 29, 2010 — Fort Wayne

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“The Perfect Fit”

Tuesday, March 23, 2010 — North Canton

“Accepting the job was a difficult thing to do because I did not have the experience under my belt. However, Brown Mackie College – North Canton gave me the solid foundation to go in and work at the hospital out of school.”

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An Education That Really Paid Off

Friday, January 22, 2010 — Akron

Nursing students at Brown Mackie – Akron immediately began reading the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) book.

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Passion + Brown Mackie College – Louisville = Career (not just a job)

Thursday, January 21, 2010 — Louisville

Dan Williams parlayed his passion for electronics into an Associate of Applied Science degree in Electronics in 2009 from Brown Mackie College – Louisville. He added that passion to his desire to provide a quality life for his family and Brown Mackie College – Louisville fit right into the equation. He used to drive past the school everyday because it is down the street from his house. While he grew up in a home without a computer and never tinkered with electronics, he is now a TV Reclamation Agent for the Geek Squad®, with a specialty in component repair.

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To whom much is given, much is also required

Friday, October 23, 2009 — Cincinnati

Quincey Montgomery is a graduate success and a role model. Quincey graduated from Brown Mackie College – Cincinnati in 2008 with an Associate of Applied Business degree in Business Management. He proudly states, “A positive state of mind yields positive results.”

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Determination provides the key to success

Tuesday, October 13, 2009 — Quad Cities

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Family finds a favorite in Brown Mackie College – Salina

Monday, July 13, 2009 — Salina

When Kevin Ellis graduated from high school in 1979, his thoughts were on marriage and beginning a new life with his high school sweetheart. Anxious to move forward together, they put their college plans on hold, and tied the knot immediately. The couple soon had two children, and focused on family life as the kids grew.

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A Whole Different Person

Thursday, July 09, 2009 — Salina

Ramona V. Newsom had not planned on going back to school. She had other more immediate concerns. She went to great lengths to leave an abusive marriage, moving to Salina, Kansas from another town for a fresh start in her life.

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Education is the key to professional development

Monday, June 29, 2009 — Tucson

Ismael Benitez graduated from Brown Mackie College – Tucson in 2007. With a newly earned Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice in his hands, Ismael was confident in his ability to make positive contributions to the world of law enforcement. While working at small private prison just after high school, he gained a sense of career possibilities in the criminal justice system. Benitez enrolled at Brown Mackie College - Tucson with the goal of “obtaining a job with the Federal Government in law enforcement.”

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Finding fulfillment in a new direction

Tuesday, April 28, 2009 — Salina

A few years ago, Karen Laas was working in a retail position at a department store, wishing for a better way to spend her time. The long hours and boredom on the job made her think about what she could do to change her life.

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Moving ahead in a legal career

Wednesday, April 22, 2009 — Atlanta

At age eight, Carmalita Moore told her mother she wanted a book from the library about lawyers. “I remember like it was yesterday,” she said. “The book was orange with black and white pictures. Some of the lawyers shown were women.” She thought about joining their ranks.

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Getting Down to Business in Healthcare

Tuesday, March 17, 2009 — Miami

A few years ago, Camele Semone Bennett was a freshman at Johnson & Wales University in North Miami, Florida. Today, this 2008 graduate of Brown Mackie College - Miami, with an Associate of Applied Science degree in Medical Assisting, works happily at Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates in Boston, Massachusetts.

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"Helping people is where my heart is."

Tuesday, March 17, 2009 — Hopkinsville

Amanda Parker-Gustafson is pleased with her life journey. A 2006 graduate of Brown Mackie College – Hopkinsville, her diploma in Medical Assisting provides a solid foundation as she moves forward.

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Nursing: The Door to a Whole New World

Tuesday, March 17, 2009 — Kansas City

Jeffrey B. White began his professional career in 2007 after graduating from Brown Mackie College - Kansas City with an Associate of Applied Science degree in Nursing. "If anyone told me ten years ago that I would be a nurse, I wouldn't have believed it," says Jeffrey, whose mother worked in nursing and aunt is a nurse.

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Dancing Her Way to Success

Tuesday, October 14, 2008 — Akron

“I am impressed with the detail and dedication the faculty and staff hold toward students. They truly want us to succeed."

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Working For a Better Life in America

Tuesday, September 30, 2008 — Louisville

"Here I have a lot of dreams for better life, for better everything."

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Married With a Successful Career, There's Always Time For Fishing

Tuesday, September 30, 2008 — Northern Kentucky

“...keep your mind on the game, and never give up hope at anytime.”

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Mixing Business Skills With The Love of Real Estate

Tuesday, September 16, 2008 — Northern Kentucky

Amy Wilson worked full time at Verizon as an assistant in the sales department while she attended Brown Mackie College – Northern Kentucky. This professional experience served her well as she progressed through the associate’s degree program in Business Management.

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The Business Behind Beautiful Lawns

Tuesday, September 02, 2008 — Miami

“If you want something bad enough, you have to work hard for it. It is not going to come to you.”

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True Colors Shine When You Follow Your Passion

Tuesday, July 22, 2008 — Merrillville

"There was nothing like my externship in the OR. I loved the hands-on work and being right there in the middle of all the excitement."

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A Fresh Start Provides a New Confidence

Tuesday, July 22, 2008 — Findlay

"I had been in college a few times before and I had trouble managing school, work, and life. But I had heard of the program that provided a set schedule and one class at a time."

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A Career In Caring For Others

Tuesday, July 22, 2008 — Merrillville

"My kids and family were of great support. I wanted to show them that with hard work and talent, I could enter into a career for life."

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You Can Achieve Anything At Any Age, and Enjoy Doing It

Tuesday, July 22, 2008 — Salina

"If you have a dream, don't let anyone or anything hold you back. Go for it and always remember you can achieve anything in life."

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Keep Your Eye On Your Goal

Tuesday, July 22, 2008 — Salina

"When a you accept responsibility for your own future, you can create anything you want."

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Smooth Sailing After a Demanding Road To Success

Thursday, June 26, 2008 — Louisville

"I'm glad I stuck to it, and graduated," Brandon said. "The faculty was great. They helped pull me through at different times."

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One Woman's Global Health Care Crusade

Thursday, June 26, 2008 — Merrillville

"I try to go back to Africa at least once a year," Mary stated. Although time and money limitations sometimes prohibit travel, Mary's dream of providing professional health care service lives on.

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I Don't Let Anything Stop Me

Thursday, June 12, 2008 — Louisville

I don't take anything for granted. You just have to learn to adapt to life and want to succeed.

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Strength Comes From Inside and From Others

Thursday, June 12, 2008 — Louisville

The staff at Brown Mackie College - Louisville and the friends I made there, gave me strength. They all mean the world to me. That's why I continue to go back and do what I can do for everyone there.

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Success Is All In The Family

Thursday, June 12, 2008 — Louisville

You've got to have a lot of determination. Brown Mackie College made it easier for me by concentrating on one class at a time each month. It makes a difference.

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Finding Your Life's Work

Thursday, May 08, 2008 — South Bend

Before Shaun Robinson enrolled in the Practical Nursing program at Brown Mackie College - South Bend in 2005, he was a journeyman of sorts. He worked as an EMT for two years, helped school children with disabilities at an elementary school, was employed at a Subway restaurant, and also in construction. Of course, none of that includes the time he spends helping his grandparents on their farm every year.

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The Road to Self-Confidence and Self-Empowerment

Monday, May 05, 2008 — South Bend

For Emma Smith, the road to Brown Mackie College - South Bend, although only a short distance from home, was a rambling and challenging affair, as demanding as they come. After six years in the Army Reserves, becoming a mother, and working a full-time job, Emma finally, in her own words, "[got] up enough nerve to actually go back to school."

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