Jaden Chandler of Oak Park feels that Triton College has inspired him to become more involved in both the campus community and environmental efforts. Passionate about sustainability, Chandler serves as the president of the Garden and Horticulture Club, with hopes of helping students connect with the environment.

“I often wonder how humans can fix our situation and better the environment,” he said. “One of the most important issues we need to mitigate is climate change.”

Chandler arrived at Triton College as a General Educational Development (GED) student, hoping for a fresh start. At the time, he wasn’t in a good place mentally and hoped Triton would help him meet others who, like him, were looking to rebuild a solid foundation. He instantly liked that the college had a diverse group of students, which motivated him.

He formed a strong connection with his GED instructor, Nancy Kokat, who instantly put Chandler’s mind at ease and helped lay a solid educational foundation. With her guidance and encouragement, Chandler completed his GED and became eager to pursue his goals.

“My past didn’t determine my future,” he explained. read more...