Student Success Stories
For years students have transferred to GSU from area community colleges to complete their bachelor’s degrees. And now, the Dual Degree Program will make the transition even easier and more affordable.
Read on to find out why students like you chose this path to complete quality, affordable associate and bachelor's degrees.
College of DuPage
Jaclin Principato
- College of DuPage, A.A., '07
- GSU, B.A. Psychology, '09
"My professors were always available to answer questions. I also enjoyed the small class sizes and the low tuition.
My dedication to my coursework at COD and GSU and letters of recommendation from my professors facilitated my acceptance to graduate school."
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Joliet Junior College
Josephine Stutsman
- Joliet Junior College, A.A., '06
- GSU, B.A. Business Administration, '08
- GSU, M.B.A., '11
"My education at JJC and GSU opened the door to numerous opportunities and experiences that will benefit me now, and throughout my future.
For me, education has meant a better future, a means of survival, and a way to make a difference in this world. I have been empowered through education!"
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Kankakee Community College
Teresa Illum
- Kankakee Community College, A.A., '07
- GSU, Bachelor of Social Work, '09
- GSU, Master of Social Work, '10
"The support I received from KCC and GSU shifted my future in a new direction. GSU and KCC gave me the strength to make a difference and it all started with the care and guidance of my advisors.
Without that support, I would have followed someone else's dream, now I am living my own."
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Moraine Valley Community College
Pamela Anzelone
- Moraine Valley Community College, A.S., '08
- GSU, B.A., Mathematics Teacher Education, '10
"MVCC and GSU helped me complete my educational goals with great professors, caring advisors, and affordable costs.
I received a GSU scholarship specifically for community college students and was able to work throughout four years of college. That helped me become an independent member of society. Now, in my dream career, I can help young adults unravel mathematics so they can succeed in their endeavors."
Kevin Zickterman, Law Student, NIU
- Moraine Valley Community College, A.A., '08
- GSU, B.A., Social Science, '10
"Thanks to MVCC and GSU, I got the chance to graduate with a debt-free bachelor's degree after receiving scholarships for my tuition and other academic expenses. I was also able to work with both institutions’ academic advising departments so that all of my class credits transferred smoothly upon graduating from MVCC.
Both MVCC and GSU offered flexible class schedules so I could work while getting my degree, and provided me with opportunities to get involved with school activities to help fill up my resume and get into the law school of my choice."
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Morton College
Fernando Rayas, Community Organizer, PNCC
- Morton College, A.A., '06
- GSU, Bachelor of Social Work, '09
"Morton College prepared me to succeed at GSU. Attending college nearby allowed me to have more time to study and become involved in extracurricular activities.
I received scholarships from Morton College and GSU that made it possible for me to complete my undergraduate program in social work."
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Olive Harvey College
Edgar Casillas, Storekeeper Supervisor, OHC
- Olive Harvey College, A.A., '07
- GSU, B.A. Business Administration, '09
- GSU, M.S. Management Information Systems, '11
"Attending GSU has been a life changing experience for me, not only intellectually and professionally, but across the board.
GSU always makes me feel welcome."
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Prairie State College
Mildred Andaluz, Outreach Counselor, PSC
- Prairie State College, A.A., '05
- GSU, B.A. Psychology, '07
- GSU, M.A. Counseling, '11
"Prairie State College and Governors State University gave me the opportunity to obtain an excellent education.
They offered me affordable tuition rates, scholarships, and opportunities to help me achieve my career goals close to home."
Bryce Johnsen, Transfer Information Coordinator, CLC
- Prairie State College, A.A., '08
- GSU, B.A. Interdisciplinary Studies, '10
- GSU, M.A. Communication and Training, '12
"Going to Prairie State gave me the opportunity to strengthen my writing skills which I hadn't fully developed in high school.
With that foundation, Governors State was able to cultivate my skills and turn me into a professional."
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South Suburban College
Connie Boatman, Training Specialist, State of Illinois
- South Suburban College, '07
- GSU, Bachelor of Health Administration, '09
"I'm fortunate to have attended South Suburban College and to have graduated from Governors State University with a degree in Health Administration.
At GSU, I found the same level of support I had grown to appreciate from SSC. GSU’s College of Health and Human Services prepared me to face—and overcome—the many adversities I would inevitably encounter as an administrator."
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