Winona I. Wilson ‘14, BS
“I was able to finish my degree program and graduated homeless. At our graduation,
Pastor Meeks came in the back room and went down the line and shook every student's
hand and congratulated all of us. He didn’t know that I had no one there to support
me and cheer me on…he may never know how much I truly appreciated him when I shook
his hand, I was holding back tears of gratitude.”
Source: CSU Oral History Project “In My Words”
Jourdan Alexxis Facen ‘17
“I was heavily involved in student life. Serving in these different roles allowed
me to develop my leadership skills. I was encouraged by the staff and faculty to pursue
a master’s degree, which I did. I am grateful for the support I have received and
am excited to continue my educational goals.”
Source: CSU Oral History Project “In My Words”
Maj. Gen. William J. Walker (Ret) ‘90, MS, Criminal Justice
“I’m proud to be an alumnus of Chicago State University. The professors were passionate
about their craft in criminal justice and were practitioners, not just subject matter
experts. I’m grateful for the foundation I received at Chicago State.”
Source: CSU Oral History Project “In My Words”
Peggy A. Montes ‘60, BA, Early Childhood Education
“I was a first-generation college student, so I had no one to share what college life
would be like. My time at CSU was memorable. I learned a lot and it enabled me to
go on to be an administrator, leader, and achieve my goals.”
Source: CSU Oral History Project “In My Words”
Lourdes Navarro ‘09, BS Political Science
“My experience at Chicago State University was a great one. I took classes in the
evenings with other adults who were also working full-time jobs. The professors were
very accommodating and flexible with our schedules. I learned a lot from the professors
and gained valuable experience.”
Source: CSU Oral History Project “In My Words”
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