Upward Bound celebrates growth, leadership, and possibility
The 2026 Spring Awards Ceremony on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 was more than just a celebration—it was a powerful reminder of what happens when…
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Upward Bound Student Spotlight: Alessandra Valadez-Ochoa
Two Rivers student heading to bright future at St. Thomas Alessandra Valadez-Ochoa, 18, a senior at Two Rivers High School in Mendota Heights and…
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Upward Bound Student Spotlight: Lorena Cortes Vasquez
Burnsville High School junior selected for Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science Career Immersion Program Lorena Cortes Vasquez, 16, is a junior at…
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2024 Outstanding Alumna of the Year: Michaela Holman-Schmidt
2019 grad works as administrative assistant supporting several departments at DCTC Michaela Holman-Schmidt, 26, a 2019 graduate, has been named the 2024 Outstanding Alumna…
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Alumni Advisory Board Update
Meet President Brandon Folson & Member Michaela Holman-Schmidt The Alumni Advisory Board at Dakota County Technical College has welcomed two alumni as new members,…
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Upward Bound Summer Session 2021
High school students participate in various activities to prepare for college TRIO/Upward Bound (UB) students at Dakota County Technical College are enjoying a busy…
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UB Alumna Spotlight: Ingri Ramirez-Martin
First-Generation College Celebration • Sunday, November 8, 2020 The following is an excerpt from a Council for Opportunity in Education, Center for First-generation Student…
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Upward Bound a Boon for Three Latina-Americans
TRIO program graduates thriving in four-year schools Three Latina-American college students, Marisela Loera, Gladys Reyes and Osiris Bardales, are making the most of the…
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