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![Bret Weeden](/sites/default/files/styles/1x1/public/Images/Bret%20Weeden_2_0.jpg?itok=SZeugUb-)
![Bret Weeden](/sites/default/files/styles/1x1/public/Images/Bret%20Weeden_2_0.jpg?itok=SZeugUb-)
If I didn’t go through what I had gone through, my life wouldn’t pan out the way it is, and I wouldn’t be in this position I am today.
![Abby Crawley](/sites/default/files/styles/1x1/public/Images/Abby%20Crawley_photo%20standing.jpeg?h=e0f6ffd3&itok=DeWjnZVk)
![Abby Crawley](/sites/default/files/styles/1x1/public/Images/Abby%20Crawley_photo%20standing.jpeg?h=e0f6ffd3&itok=DeWjnZVk)
As a first-gen student, it can be isolating when no one in your immediate circle can relate to what you’re experiencing. Still, through self-motivation, family support and school encouragement, I’ve learned anyone can get through it–and even thrive.
![Beverly Sweeney](/sites/default/files/styles/1x1/public/Images/beverly.jpg?h=1bece053&itok=ay__zzf9)
![Beverly Sweeney](/sites/default/files/styles/1x1/public/Images/beverly.jpg?h=1bece053&itok=ay__zzf9)
If you are determined to achieve something, you must put in the effort and go for it.
![Chimere Nicole Haskins](/sites/default/files/styles/1x1/public/Images/DSC_2368-2-Enhanced-NR.jpg?h=f7db9f65&itok=6Z-j8-L-)
![Chimere Nicole Haskins](/sites/default/files/styles/1x1/public/Images/DSC_2368-2-Enhanced-NR.jpg?h=f7db9f65&itok=6Z-j8-L-)
Rowan College at Burlington County alum Chimere Nicole Haskins has won International Mrs. USA 2023-2024, her second nationally recognized title, after winning Mrs. New Jersey America in 2020.
![Left to Right: Associate Dean Taziah Kenney, Dean Dr. Edem Tetteh, RCBC Instructor Dr. Prachi Narayan, President Dr. Cioce](/sites/default/files/styles/1x1/public/Images/Citizenship-77.jpg?itok=6W_Ta835)
![Left to Right: Associate Dean Taziah Kenney, Dean Dr. Edem Tetteh, RCBC Instructor Dr. Prachi Narayan, President Dr. Cioce](/sites/default/files/styles/1x1/public/Images/Citizenship-77.jpg?itok=6W_Ta835)
RCBC Biology Instructor Dr. Prachi Narayan, and her husband Satyakam Narayan, were one of 100 immigrants who became United States citizens at Rowan College at Burlington County last month, completing a journey that began 20 years ago when the family arrived from India in post 9/11 America.
![RCBC graduate Pietra Mariela Araujo de Oliveira and RCBC Sophomore Student Isabela Moreira Ferreira](/sites/default/files/styles/1x1/public/Images/Latino_5.jpg?itok=uxqtlBxm)
![RCBC graduate Pietra Mariela Araujo de Oliveira and RCBC Sophomore Student Isabela Moreira Ferreira](/sites/default/files/styles/1x1/public/Images/Latino_5.jpg?itok=uxqtlBxm)
It’s one of the most amazing things I’ve done...and opportunities happen, and there are good people here, so you know it’s worth it.
![Isabella Caputi](/sites/default/files/styles/1x1/public/Images/Isabella_Caputi.jpg?itok=kJo115A0)
![Isabella Caputi](/sites/default/files/styles/1x1/public/Images/Isabella_Caputi.jpg?itok=kJo115A0)
Surround yourself with people who not only want to get ahead but people who push you towards your own goals even when you doubt yourself.
I spent six days meeting 150 new people from more than 50 countries, talking about world problems and understanding them as they affect us individually in our respective countries. It is easy to see life from (only) your perspective and think that your experience is absolute.
![Rowan College at Burlington County graduate Emily Schadt](/sites/default/files/styles/1x1/public/Images/emily.jpg?h=d85354f8&itok=5Zsb_7zY)
![Rowan College at Burlington County graduate Emily Schadt](/sites/default/files/styles/1x1/public/Images/emily.jpg?h=d85354f8&itok=5Zsb_7zY)
I have a great admiration for RCBC and feel fortunate to be able to contribute to the school. Although I initially chose it for its affordability, my experience here has far surpassed my expectations. I have been involved in numerous activities and am reluctant to leave.
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