East Central College


Ethan Tracy
Hometown – Washington, MO
Paramedic Technology
Paramedic Technology
What is your dream job?
I’d love to be a flight medic.
What has been the most surprising thing about college life for you?
It’s a lot more relaxed than I expected.
How do you see yourself making an impact in your community?
I just like being out in my community and being able to help people with problems, big or small.
List three words that describe you.
Resilient, motivated, and optimistic

Cassidy Desmond
Hometown – Washington, MO
Foundation Event & Program Coordinator
Foundation Event & Program Coordinator
What do you enjoy about working at ECC?
Being part of a big team! We come together to make great things happen.
If you had to eat one meal every day for the rest of your life, what would it be?
Pizza. You can never go wrong with pizza!
If you could time travel, would you go to the past or the future?
Back to the ’90s! It was a time with a great balance of life and technology—and the best music and movies!
What advice would you give to someone just starting out at ECC?
Lean in. This place is full of people who are ready to help you succeed.

Jennifer Komo
Hometown – St. Clair, MO
Student Services Specialist
Student Services Specialist
What advice would you give to new ECC students?
It is never too late to form the life you want. I am 32 and starting over from scratch!
What has been the most surprising thing about college life for you?
The strong sense of community. I have made so many lifelong bonds.
What would you bring to Show and Tell?
My white fluffy rabbit, Ms. Luna.
If you could start a club at ECC, what would it be?
I would love to start a club exploring family heritage.
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