Core Curriculum Student Experiences Page ContentNo matter where these current or former students are in the process of reaching their goals, we salute them. They have dared to turn dreams into reality through education. Could you be next? Need to update your profile? If you are featured on this page and have a new job, earned another degree, etc., please email us at DX@DallasCollege.edu. Charlotte D. BerryDirector of After-School Programs, DeSoto Independent School District“I would recommend Dallas College for lots of reasons, whether someone is a first-time college student or is a working adult preparing for career advancement. There is something offered for everyone, from credit to continuing education classes.”Core Curriculumprogram-Core CurriculumDale W. Greer, D.D.S., FAGDDentist in private practice“Unlike a large university, Dallas College provided small class sizes and one-on-one teaching and tutoring. I truly fell in love with learning at Mountain View because of the small community feel and the eagerness of the professors to teach.”Core Curriculumprogram-Core CurriculumDarnna BanksPediatrics Resident, John H. Stroger Jr. Hospital of Cook County, Chicago“Rising Star and my ELAM scholarship gave me the gift of education without debt to repay, so now I can pursue my career dreams without that worry. The possibilities of what I can do and how I can do it are endless.”Core Curriculumprogram-Core CurriculumJohn A. Salinas, RDCSCardiac Sonographer III, Parkland Hospital“I never thought I could even go to college. Now I have two associate degrees and a bachelor’s degree. Going to El Centro taught me discipline and how to completely restructure my life as to what was most important. Sometimes I hear people say, ‘Oh, you don’t know what it’s like where I come from.’ But I do know. I’ve been there, and I never want to go back. And now that I have an education, I’ll never have to.”Cardiac SonographyHtKS3Us8prprogram-Cardiac SonographyCore Curriculumprogram-Core CurriculumLinda Perez YaterAssistant Superintendent of Support Services, Dallas ISD“As the first woman in my family to attend college, Dallas College was a natural choice for me. It was in my neighborhood, the tuition and fees were very reasonable and I was able to continue to live at home. These factors contributed to my being able to begin my college education.”Core Curriculumprogram-Core CurriculumMai Huynh, Ph.D.Biochemistry and Nanotechnology Researcher“The Dallas College STEM Institute made a big impact in my life. They gave us mentorship, and they had information about how to transfer to a university. It opened the golden door for me to reach my career goals. I appreciate the STEM Institute from the bottom of my heart.”Core CurriculumE4IMdE6T0Wprogram-Core CurriculumChemistryE4IMdE6T0Wprogram-ChemistryMaris RodriguezTransfer Student, University of Texas“Dallas College not only gave me a second chance at an education and career, but it gave me a second chance at life,” Maris said. “I want to inspire people with my story and to never doubt yourself.”Core CurriculumE4IMdE6T0Wprogram-Core CurriculumMark Brown, Ph.D.Assistant Professor of Molecular Oncology, Department of Clinical Sciences, Colorado State University“As a LeCroy scholar, I learned to be bold and much more: Ask questions. Don't make assumptions. Be open-minded. Stick to your values but don't push those values on others. It now gives me the greatest pleasure to give that back as a mentor.”Core Curriculumprogram-Core CurriculumVonda BaileyJudge, Dallas County 255th Family District Court“Along the way, we all get discouraged and might say, ‘Maybe I’m not worthy enough to go to law school.’ Well, I would want people to read my story and see, you know what, I can do this. I can get it done. ”Core CurriculumLo6Tu5aLXoprogram-Core Curriculum