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Alexie Kotfisz, ‘26 - "Being valedictorian is an incredible honor to be able to represent others by showing my path and knowing there’s so many people who can feel the same struggles."
Marcus Sanchez, ‘26 - “Bergen provided me with a perfect time period where I could set aside the stresses of everyday life, and instead focus on preparing myself for the next stages of my life and career.”
Johlennie May, ‘17 - "Bergen Community College is more than just a community college, it’s a stepping stone to future career paths, no matter what the career you choose."
Alicia Brownstein - “Bergen presented itself as the most affordable option to me while offering a quality education to help me obtain my associate's degree."
Madeline Meneses - “Constantly striving to do better and genuinely wanting to learn is something that keeps my fire alive."
Natalie Kloepping - “It made earning a college education much more affordable, and therefore much more possible."
Tiffany Mercado - “NJ STARS has given me the chance to partake in my education, without feeling the pressures of having to pay stressful amounts of fees."
Roman Stobnicki - “I chose the NJ Stars program at Bergen so I can give more time to focus on my studies...”
Hellen Hurtado - “Pursuing a major in aviation allows me to achieve my lifelong dream of becoming a pilot while embarking on a career path that continues to fuel my love for flight."
Brianna Peralta, ‘24 - “The NJ Stars Program has proven to have provided me with many opportunities going into college..."
Naana Owusu-Abboah - “I chose Bergen Community College because it was my best option financially for my major.”
Rhonda Stanbridge-Richardsen, ‘15 - “I never imagined that education could have such a transformative effect on one’s life."
Amanda Karpinski, ‘17 - “Throughout my academic and professional career, I constantly strive to be the best in all I do.”
Professor Joana Constantino - “I decided to work at Bergen because I have seen the impact Bergen has on the students, faculty, and community..."
Professor Diana Constantino - “When I work at Bergen, it does not feel like a job but an enjoyable hobby that you look forward to every day.”
Laila Metwaly, ‘21 - "The NJ STARS program and scholarship allowed me to fully focus on my education and academics at Bergen..."
Jenna Santacroce, ‘20 - "NJ Stars enabled me to focus on my studies, extracurricular activities, and personal and professional development..."
Natasha Piñeiros - "Knowing I had the financial backing of NJ STARS, I was able to focus my energy on my academics and student involvement..."
Genesis Capellan, ‘21 - "NJ STARS gave me the opportunity to begin my college experience without any debt..."