The article, “I Owe It All to Community College,” by Tom Hanks highlights the impact of an accessible community college on his life, emphasizing its role in providing opportunities and aiding personal and professional growth. As a struggling academic student with low expectations for college, he unexpectedly found success and inspiration through diversity and the supportive environment at Chabot. This college provided a foundation for his career in theater and film production, resulting in his immense gratitude for the invaluable opportunities a community college offers. Likewise, in “The Chance And The Choice That Changed My Life: The Power of a College Promise,” Chike Aguh shares his parents’ humble beginnings and their journey to achieving
