
Kim Scheffer: Integrated Studies Faculty
"Regardless of age, background, or past experiences, CWI gives people an opportunity to be successful in college, become educated, and flourish."
Mike Tinker: Professional Nursing 2019
"Because of CWI, I can do what I love to do – help people and make a difference."


Shane Larson: Communication 2015
"CWI empowered me to meet, build relationships with, and accept people from all walks of life."
Anjulie Thompson: Biology 2014
“Because of CWI, I found confidence in myself and know I can do anything I want. I absolutely love CWI!”


Jessica Concie: Psychology 2015
“Getting an education empowered me to be a better person and gave me the motivation to help others know they can do it, too."
Steve Silva: Heavy Equipment Technician 2016
"CWI played a massive role in empowering me to go after my dreams. I went from a farm kid who didn’t have a lot of confidence to feeling like I could do anything I set my mind to.”


Hawley Williams: Communication 2014
“CWI empowered me to know my voice matters – that I matter. CWI gave me a chance to better myself and realize all I was capable of.”
Brendan Hansen: Liberal Arts 2019
"CWI empowered me to pursue and obtain an education."


Laura Thomas: Professional Nursing 2019
"CWI empowered me to get started on a great career to support my family and achieve my dream of being a college graduate."
Heather Williams: Psychology, Sociology 2019
"At CWI, I felt important and not just another student in a chair. The faculty and staff go above and beyond to help students be successful... Because of CWI, my dreams are coming true."


Edmundo Almanza: Liberal Arts, Sign Language Studies 2019
"CWI empowered me to believe in myself and in a better future... I hope to inspire everyone around me in furthering their education no matter what circumstances they might have in their life."
Elizabeth Carter: Liberal Arts 2019
“CWI empowered me to dream of a happy, successful future."


Kyle Nielebeck: Software Development 2019
"Because of CWI, I can provide for my family."
Heather Schoenherr: Psychology Faculty
"Because of CWI, students realize their potential for success."


Karen Gregory: Biology, Biology-Natural Resources 2014/15
“I was able to get my job because I went back to college and finished my degrees. Because of CWI, I am where I am today."
Cody Phelps: Business 2011
"CWI empowered me with a world-class education from great professors."


Paul Belue: Mathematics Faculty
"CWI empowers students to gain knowledge and skills that will help them be successful at work and in their lives.”
Jessi Jensen: Liberal Arts 2013
"CWI empowered me to work hard for my dreams. Because of CWI, I get to do what I love and get paid for it!"


José Nava: Applied Accounting 2012
"Because of the training and schooling I received at CWI, I now have a great job and am no longer living paycheck to paycheck!"
Katt Grossman: Anthropology, Geography, History 2016
"CWI empowered me by showing me I am smart, outgoing, and able to do so many more things than I thought I could.”


Michelle Bennett: Communications and Marketing Faculty
“CWI empowers students to live their best lives!"
Zac Barnes: HVAC Apprenticeship 2013
“CWI empowered me by giving me the required education and certifications needed to take my career to the next level."


Amanda Graham: Sociology 2012
“CWI had an incredible impact on my life. I left with an associate degree and zero student loan debt which, I think, is pretty empowering! Because of CWI, I went from a shy, young girl to a confident leader."
Reggie Jayne: History Faculty
"I believe in providing students an opportunity to engage with the great thinkers of our collective past in order to profit in their own lives and futures."


Oscar Meza: Software Development 2015
“At CWI, I received a great foundation learning about software I use every day in my job. It helped me to learn the skills I need to adapt to changes in my industry.”
Yolonda Barnes: Administrative Specialist Faculty
“When our students are empowered, our College is empowered! It’s always fun to help students connect the dots – not only in the classroom, but in their lives and community.”


Jordie Seward: Exercise Science 2015
“CWI empowered me by giving me an opportunity to gain experience in a subject I was passionate about."