Jeanine Flores, a tenured professor at Mission College, has co-authored a new book, "Design Career Handbook: Everything You Need to Know to Get a Job and Be Successful," alongside her husband, Kevin Flores.
"I am an educator from Compton, CA who managed to complete degree requirements at a community college, transfer to UCLA, then later pursue graduate study at USC."
"Even though the journey gets hard, remember what you’re doing it for. You’re doing it for yourself. You’re doing it for those that paved the way for you."
"I've been drawn to helping others, especially those who have faced obstacles and/or are learning another language, like many of the students in EOPS."
"I have two pieces of advice for students. One is to not let any disabilities deter you from getting an education and pursuing your dreams. My second piece of advice is...be ready for anything. Your education will give you critical thinking skills which you can use in many jobs. Never stop learning!
"My advice to new students is to never be afraid to ask for help. It can feel intimidating to ask but had I not been brave enough to ask for help, I would not be where I am today. I love my career as a counselor and instructor, and I am more financially stable than I was before I received a college