Marianna Ivanovskaya-Pierard traded accounting for horticulture at MCC. Now a Greenhouse Manager, she’s grown a rewarding career from the ground up, rooted in hands-on learning and a deep connection to nature.
After switching from nursing to horticulture at MCC, Jyinxs Crisp found her calling in hands-on greenhouse work. Now at SIU, she’s using her MCC skills to pursue a career in healing through plants and hemp cultivation.
Field’s was a Chicago institution that played a role in many of the city’s major historic events... it pioneered many innovations in customer service and retail! There is some big nostalgia in this topic.
David Aquino Mendoza turned his internship into a part-time job at the Business Office, gaining experience before transferring to UIC for an accounting degree.
With help from MCC Career Services, Calvin McFalls built a strong resume, connected with Xact Wire EDM, and quickly landed a job that fits his skills and interests.
Sabrina Nevler empowers students to find confidence in their words, fostering a supportive, inclusive classroom where curiosity, growth, and community thrive.
Dr. Paige Lush inspires students through her passion for music, blending history, performance, and community to deepen appreciation and expand musical horizons on and off campus.
