When Ysrael Adam-Walker first stepped onto the campus of Seattle Central College in the early 2010s, he wasn’t just another student. He was a Marine Corps veteran from the Bronx, navigating the tough transition from…
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Mbaire is an international student at Seattle Central College, majoring in economics. Whether she’s traveling, diving into a good book, or catching up on her favorite shows, Mbaire loves exploring different perspectives. As a writer for the Seattle Collegian, she enjoys interviewing people and uncovering the stories that connect us, hoping to offer her readers thoughtful insights and spark meaningful conversations.
At 31, Avena LaRue is not only a Seattle Central College student pursuing a degree in biotech engineering, but she’s also a woman on a mission: to cure HIV. LaRue discovered that she was HIV…
In this era of widespread misinformation, teachers are not only the backbone of society but also sanctuaries for true knowledge. During Teacher Appreciation Week, we’re highlighting Christopher Chan, 37, a lecturer in anthropology at Seattle…
Brian Smith is a counseling faculty member at Seattle Central College and teaches psychology. He emphasizes that friendships have been extremely important throughout life. In his 33 years as a counselor, Smith has seen the…
Winston Constable, 23 years old, is a Umoja alumnus at Seattle Central College and a former member of the Freemasonry organization. According to the Washington Freemason Website, the Freemasonry organization is the “oldest Fraternal Order…
“Never underestimate anyone.” Esteemed Fox 13 news journalist Sabirah Rayford, who anchors the 6 p.m., 9 p.m., and 10 p.m. newscasts, started taking journalism classes in ninth grade as a way to “come out of…
Doug Baldwin Jr., 36, is the former NFL Superbowl champion in 2014 and is currently the CEO of Vault 89. Born and raised in Pensacola, West Florida, Baldwin attended Stanford University in California, where he…
Mai Le, 19, and Skye Hobbs Hobbs, 21, both students at Seattle Colleges, have been dating for eight months. Le is currently studying engineering at Seattle Central College and is considering switching to nursing. Since…
The Umoja program at Seattle Central College is a community committed to the success of Black and African American students. It supports students through a curriculum that honors the legacy of the African and African…
Seattle is one of the most expensive cities in the United States. According to the Seattle Times, the average household income in the city was $120,600 in 2023. However, a six-figure annual income is not…