Mike has worked at Chemeketa since 1997. His first Chemeketa experience was as a student, right after graduating from high school. Like many first generation college students, Mike struggled and left school after only one term....

Grecia E Garcia is the Student Services Coordinator at the Student Retention and College Life office. She has been a staff member since 2016. Grecia is in charge of retention initiative projects at the office as well as the Food...

Michelle has been with Chemeketa Community College since 2009. She started as a volunteer in the faculty department and student leader with Advising and Counseling department. She supports International Programs, Civic Engagement,...

Became interesting in programming and web design at South Salem High School. Started college at Portland State University as a graphic design major, switched to comp sci my sophomore year, and took a break at the start of the...

Joel's journey in higher education began in 2009 at Chemeketa Community College as a first generation and non-traditional college student. During his time at Chemeketa, Joel says he is so thankful for joining a student support...

My professional journey began at Chemeketa in June of 1999. The students and campus community are the reasons I believe and serve  in servant leadership. I am a first generation woman to attend a community college in my family,...