East Central College

Ever since I was a kid, I’ve had dreams about flying. I would probably immediately crash face-first into an airborne goose at 700 mph and explode.

I didn’t attend a community college, but I wish I had! I could have saved myself tens of thousands of dollars.

I like to make costumes and props and cook cuisine from around the world.

Try everything. Do stuff outside of your comfort zone. Join a club that sounds interesting, even if it’s not related to your major.

I graduated from ECC in 2021, then from UMSL in 2023. I am happy to say that I am back at ECC as a staff member!

Telekinetic abilities – It would be cool to move objects with my mind, and I would never have to worry about dropping anything ever again!

The theater is incredibly special to me. I was a student worker for the theater and have so many fond memories of working on shows, learning as much as I could, and enjoying it as a creative outlet.

I would share my winnings with my family and friends, then go on a refreshing vacation.

I attended ECC for two years for Pre-engineering and went to UMR (now MST) and earned a bachelor’s degree in mathematics.

I enjoy the community here at ECC. It is like having an extended family.

“Happiness is a choice. You can choose to dwell on the bad things that happened and let them ruin your life, or you can choose to learn from them and make the rest of your life better.”

Talk to your instructors. They want you to succeed and will help you if you ask.