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“What’s next after high school?” It’s a question that looms large for seniors, yet a 2022 YouScience survey revealed only 25% of them feel prepared to answer it.

There is a saying in life that you miss 100 percent of the chances that you do not take. For Video Production student Brady Rustan, he made sure to take advantage of every chance.

Opportunity. Iconic American author F. Scott Fitzgerald once wrote, "Our lives are defined by opportunities. Even the ones we miss.” For Tulsa Tech graduate Mackenzie Oestereich, one opportunity made all the difference. SkillsUSA, a CareerTech Student Organization (CTSO), shaped her path. The organization is one of six available to Tulsa Tech students, empowering them to build leadership skills and connect with like-minded peers.

At 69 years young, Sandra Holloway is proving that age is no barrier to pursuing your passions. A student in the Carpentry program, Holloway is diving into her classes with enthusiasm. She’s dedicating three hours a day, five days a week to mastering carpentry—a dream she’s cherished since high school.

Discovering a passion in your career is a dream many Americans aspire to achieve. A 2023 Forbes article found that only 20 percent of Americans say they have a passion for what they do each day. Count Victor Lopez, a Tulsa Tech Photography graduate, among that fortunate few. He found his passion during a challenging time.

A recent graduate in Tulsa Tech’s Biomedical Science program, Lauren Victory has had a busy summer building her resume to one day become a surgeon.

Have you ever known someone who constantly figits, tinkers with and builds things? You might know an engineer! And if you drive a car, use the internet, or even flip a switch to turn on a light, you should probably thank them as well. Engineers impact almost every part of our physical world, and engineering continues to be a great career choice. Schools across the country are promoting Science, Technology, Engineering and Math or STEM curriculum more than ever.

Walking into Swift Recon, it is an automotive shop like you have never seen before. When you think of such places, images of heat, dirt, grime, and grease may come to mind, but prepare for a surprise. In Broken Arrow, Swift Recon defies expectations, and this is no accident.

When the sirens wail and the lights flash on an emergency vehicle, have you ever paused to ponder the remarkable skills required? These brave men and women possess a unique set of abilities, including some who are paramedics.

Call it a winning streak! The Enterprise Network Technologies program landed students on the prestigious Cisco Dream Team. Students follow an application process with Cisco, including a review of their certifications and a video interview.