ĢƵ Student Spotlight: Leah Porter
At ĢƵ, Leah received lots of support from administrators, faculty, and staff. When she realized she want more than just an associate degree, she reached out to several ĢƵ employees and was offered help in fulfilling her goals and achieving her dreams. Leah loves that ĢƵ is small and that everybody is very nice.
She also loves that ĢƵ has a Dean of Students, Vice Presidents, and the President of the college walking around communicating with students. “Our school doesn't preach inclusivity, we practice it,” said Leah. ĢƵ has become her new family.
The three most valuable benefits Leah have received from ĢƵ are:
- Education
- Confidence
- Leadership skills
Leah tells people that if you want success, there are lots of resources available to help you find your success within the school or on a national level. She also said, “ĢƵ changed my life. At ĢƵ, I have achieved what I thought was impossible. I received awards from ĢƵ and the national level.” She is the honoree in the PTK's All Colorado Team, Coca-Cola Gold Scholar, Guistwhite Scholar, and ĢƵ's Rising Star.
ĢƵ is proud to have Leah as part of the family. She graduated in May 2017 and is transferring to CU Denver for her Bachelor's in Business Management. Her new goal is to pursue a Master’s Degree in Higher Education to inspire others the way she has been inspired. “My experience at ĢƵ is beyond wonderful,” said Leah. She will continue to Move Mountains!