Giving Voice to Others: Megan Started—and Restarted—on Her Terms
Megan’s path has never followed just one direction—and that’s exactly what makes her story so powerful.
After graduating from high school, Megan began her college experience at ICC. She later transferred to a four-year university, where she earned a degree in chemistry and mathematics before starting a career in research.
But as her life shifted, so did her priorities.
I’ve already done the college thing once, but ICC gave me the space to restart in a way that felt possible.
Megan, ICC Student
“With my kids, the career didn’t make sense anymore,” Megan said. “I knew I wanted to be home with them, but I also wanted to find work that felt meaningful—something that would still let me make a difference.”
That search brought her back to where she first began—ICC. This time, she discovered a new path through the Interpreter Preparation Program.
“Being part of the Interpreter Preparation Program helped me realize I can be a voice for those who might not be heard otherwise.”
Through the flexibility of the fully online format, hands-on training, small class sizes, and deeply supportive faculty, Megan began preparing for a future that combined purpose, flexibility, and advocacy. Her goal: to work as a professional interpreter, supporting individuals with hearing impairments or language delays and ensuring they’re seen, understood, and empowered.
The confidence she found through the program reminded her that returning to college later in life isn’t a setback—it’s a powerful choice. She also received a scholarship, which helped make returning to college more affordable and attainable.
For Megan, ICC wasn’t just a place to begin her academic journey. It became the place where she found the courage to start again—with a clear purpose and a career that gives voice to others.