Alexa
Meet Alexa, a dual-enrollment student whose journey from uncertain high schooler to future educator was shaped by mentorship, representation, and a life-changing internship with the City of Oceanside. In this video, Alexa shares how dual enrollment helped her discover and establish a path to make a lasting impact in her community.
Community Leaders Breakfast: Report to the Region
Relive the inspiring moments from MiraCosta College’s 2024 Community Leaders Breakfast: Report to the Region. Held in celebration of the College’s 90th anniversary, this milestone event brought together regional partners, civic leaders, and education champions under the theme "Honor our past, celebrate the present, and shape the future." The morning featured highlights of MiraCosta’s impact, student success stories, and a heartfelt recognition of Tom and Paula Wilson as the Fall 2024 Philanthropists of the Year for their unwavering support of students and community advancement.
Aamina
Internships through MiraCosta College’s biomanufacturing program—supported by the Strada Education Foundation—are creating real-world opportunities for students like Amina. In this video, she shares how hands-on training, industry partnerships, and strong mentorship helped her build confidence and chart a path in San Diego’s growing biotech sector.
Andres
Hear from Andres as he shares how receiving an Emergency Grant from the MiraCosta College Foundation helped him stay on track during a time of need. His story is a powerful reminder of how timely support can make all the difference in a student’s journey.
Jordan
Learn more about Humanity Showers, a volunteer-driven mobile shower initiative founded by Jordan to restore dignity and visibility to individuals experiencing homelessness. What began as a storytelling project has grown into a movement that now provides over 2,000 showers across Southern California yearly because everyone deserves to be seen, heard, and cared for. Learn more about Jordan and Humanity Showers.
