Vivian Winston Scholarship

Anngie

"I am a single mom of a sweet 5-year-old boy. I came from Venezuela to the US six years ago. I did a lot of hard labor work until I got an opportunity as Program Manager in a nonprofit organization.

There I found out that I wanted to help people, change lives, but through the time, I couldn't stop thinking about my real vocation that I did let go when I was a teenager. Same feeling, help people and change their lives but in the medical field, that is why now, I am getting my required classes for the nursing program at SCC. With my mind focus on the title of Surgery NP that it my main goal. No matter that I am just in the beginning of this dream."

Ashley

"As a 25-year-old mom of two balancing being a mom and finishing my degree is a challenge I welcome. I want to provide for my children and show them they can find a career path that supports others and is fulfilling.

Having taken a roundabout way to get where I am, I believe in hard work and perseverance. I know that I am living in a way that teaches my kids these values and I am so grateful for the support we have received for our family."

Whitney

"I returned to school after my son was born in 2018, inspired by the incredible nurses and health professionals who helped me recover from alcoholism nearly a decade ago. Graduating from Washington State University College of Nursing in December 2023, I'm eager to start my career and make a difference in people's lives."

Lesly

"I am a first-generation college student, daughter of immigrants, and a mother of two. My children are my ultimate motivation in my pursuit of higher education. In my life journey, I have had to navigate various levels of legal proceedings and have come to experience firsthand the cultural biases and obstacles immigrants, specifically, immigrant women of color must overcome when needing to access legal services.

Although my story is not unique, it is unique to the legal field where only 2% of Latinas are currently practicing. I believe representation is important and necessary for equitable change."

Desiree

"I am a mother to four girls, small business owner, early childhood educator and music teacher. My three oldest daughters and I are domestic violence survivors and I knew that after what we went through I wanted to help children and parents. I realized it was my calling to teach. I am currently on my way to earn my BA in Elementary Education and will continue on to get my masters in Music Education. My life wasn’t always this hopeful. I want my daughters and all women and children to know you can overcome your trauma and start again!"