Melanie Gerner returned to school 16 years after dropping out of community college because she wanted to provide a better life for her daughter and today is pursuing a Master’s Degree. Photo courtesy of Melanie Gerner. By Melanie Gerner, Contributing Reporter Editor’s Note: Republished from EdSource.org After dropping out of high school and community college […]
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Trials and Tribulations: A Mother, A Student, A Employee
After studying for my bachelor’s degree for the last 10 years, I won’t be walking to the stage to accept that diploma by myself; my child will be with me every step of the way. Photo by Desiree Lee. By Desiree Lee, Staff Reporter Palms sweating, heavy breathing and endless nights that drift off into […]
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My Motherless Mother’s Day
While Mother’s Day can be a happy day for some, for others it can be anything but celebratory – bringing up painful memories and feelings of loss. Illustration by Darlene Maes. By Darlene Maes, Managing Editor Editor’s Note: Trigger warning – The context of this story contains references to substance abuse and self-harm. You can’t do […]
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As Strong As They Come
Yolanda Cascio (first row, left) with her family at CSUDH Men’s Basketball Senior Night on February 22, 2020. Photo by Lynda Nguyen By Jackson Cascio, Staff Reporter In May 2015, I received some of the most gut-wrenching news of my life, my mother had a brain tumor. I wasn’t scared, I was terrified at the […]