“My dreams and aspirations for a more just and inclusive world were reinforced through the multiple roles, events, and activities I got involved in and people I engaged with [at Highline].”

“The Honors Program at Highline College gave me confidence and helped me seek different opportunities, while shaping and allowing me to explore my career path.”

“The dynamic and challenging environment at Highline has provided me with strong academic training, which prepared me greatly for the many challenges ahead at MIT.”

“The Honors Program gave me the tools I needed to get myself into an amazing four-year college with an unbelievable amount of scholarship money.”

“After just two quarters I signed up for Honors 100, a course that not only changed my mentality and experience at Highline, but also enabled me to continue my education with direction and the financial resources I needed.”

“Taking Honors 100 helped me through a process that I otherwise might not have known where to begin.”

“Coming to Highline as a Running Start student, I saw many doors open for me and my peers through the Honors Program, I learned the importance of ‘playing the game’ and the value of building connections.”

“…Thanks to the Honors Program, I haven’t paid a dime for my education.”

“Barbara helped me to exceed my goals at Highline. She gave me the space and the opportunity to become proud of who I am.”

“[The Honors Program] addresses an incredible need among non-traditional students for information, support, and an opportunity to achieve academic success in a community college setting.”

“In essence, [the HCC Honors Program] completely altered my experience at Highline as well as my life trajectory.”

“I didn’t have any intention of being an honors student. To me, the idea of honors seemed hard and distant, but I also had no idea how beneficial and within my reach it really was.”

“The Honors program, not only ensured that I set the right educational goals, but also helped me in excelling as an individual outside of school; Dr. Clinton provides a place to turn to, helping with educational advising or support if a little counseling is needed.”

“When I started Highline, I was desperate for a way out. As a recent immigrant from Vietnam, high school was a bitter reminder that even though I had mastered the American language, I did not understand the culture.”

“The first thing I will say about Honors 100 is this: TAKE IT AS SOON AS POSSIBLE! Seriously… the sooner you take it, the more prepared you will be when you transfer from Highline, or head out into the real world.”

“The Honors 100 instructor… made me realize that being different could actually work to my advantage.”

“Everything I needed in order to GROW I learned at Highline Community College.”

“I have no idea where to begin to tell you about the rollercoaster ride that was Highline Community College for me.”