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Student stories
Hellen
In 2022, Hellen enrolled at Saint Paul College, attracted by its professional staff and business programs. Since her enrollment, Hellen has been actively participating in student clubs and working at the Career Services office while thriving academically.
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Loren
Loren is a determined student at SPC, studying to earn an Associate of Arts Degree. Loren's decision to pursue her degree at SPC was spontaneous after she moved back to Minnesota from Baltimore, but has since unfolded into a pursuit of human service roles and playwriting.
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Nathan
From the green city parks of Hamburg, Germany, to studying psychology at SPC in the Twin Cities, Nathan's college journey is a testament to cultural immersion and academic curiosity.
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Sher
Sher is a soon-to-be graduate of Saint Paul College's Cosmetology program. Her journey at SPC has been marked by immense growth, knowledgeable guidance, and unwavering support from faculty and staff.
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Darrail
Darrail is a dedicated Early Childhood Education student at SPC. Originally from the Rondo neighborhood in St. Paul, MN. Darrail chose to study at SPC for its community-oriented approach and the opportunities he saw unfolding around the school.
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Embracing Change as a First-Generation College Student
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Finding Her Path: Crystal Barnes’ Journey to a Fulfilling Career in Medical Coding
Crystal Barnes always knew she wanted to work in the medical field, but she was uncertain about whether she preferred direct client contact or a behind-the-scenes role.
Connecting Electromechanical Students with Growing Careers
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The Culinary Chronicles: Saint Paul College’s Culinary Arts Department Newsletter
Wow—this fall semester seems to have flown by! It’s been an incredibly busy and exciting time at Saint Paul College, with so many wonderful developments in store for students next year.
Five Unique Ways to Give Back to Saint Paul College This Giving Tuesday and Beyond
Giving Tuesday is more than a global day of giving – it’s a philanthropic movement designed to harness our collective spirit of kindness and support.
Saint Paul College Wins Three Marketing Awards
Saint Paul College received three Medallion awards at the recent NCMPR District 5 regional conference, including: SPC received these awards at the annual regional conference held at the nearby Saint Paul Hotel.
Pharmacy Students See Endless Possibilities
More than 20 SPC Pharmacy Technician faculty and students attended the MSHP 2024 Pharmacy Technician Conference at the Heritage Center in Brooklyn Center, MN.
From Ivory Coast to Minnesota: TV Dreams to Engineering Reality
Growing up in the Ivory Coast in West Africa, Elihana (Eli) Bonny learned English by watching American TV shows, including her favorite, Friends.
From Bangkok to Minnesota: Nithan Oppuns’ Journey of Learning and Leadership
As long as he can remember, Nithan Oppuns has had a lifelong interest in studying abroad. Growing up in Bangkok, Thailand, he thought Minnesota would …
From Burma to SPC: Thaung May’s Journey of Adaptation and Entrepreneurial Dreams
Thaung Ahsar May was pursuing her studies in northern Burma when the military coup in 2021 disrupted her education. After spending time in Japan, Thailand, India, and Sri Lanka, she decided she wanted to go further away to the United States.