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Meet Point Community College Scholarship Recipient Alberto Williams

Written by Hope Harris | April 30, 2021

Which community college are you currently attending?

Wilbur Wright College


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Which program are you pursuing and what about the subject intrigues you most?

I am pursuing an Associates in General Studies doing my general education courses to transfer to the Illinois Institution of Technology for my major. Programming courses are what intrigue me the most.

What are your education and career aspirations?

I am aspiring to do software development, so I wish to transfer to the Illinois Institution of Technology to pursue a bachelor's in Information Technology and Management.

What is your current favorite streaming binge and why?

I love to binge YouTube because I enjoy looking at video game news and playthroughs.

In your spare time, what do you enjoy doing?

I enjoy playing Nintendo Switch and watching YouTube videos.

How are you practicing self-care during this difficult time?

I sure am. I go to the gym, jog, and talk to a therapist.

How are you adjusting to remote life and what are your tips to stay motivated?

My tip is to remember that this is temporary. Soon we will be back to seeing each other in person safely.

As a Point Community College Scholarship Recipient, what is your message to other LGBTQ+ students?

Believe in yourself and always remember that you are perfect just the way you are! :)

This post’s responses were submitted by Point Community College Scholarship Recipient Alberto Williams (He/Him/His).

Williams is currently pursuing a degree in General Studies at Wilbur Wright College. Read more about Alberto here.