MCC's 2023 Evening of Excellence Speakers

Jenifer Alcaraz Sepulveda

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Early Childhood Education
Winchester & Mexico



What led you to pursuing a degree in Early Childhood Education?

I always had the dream of becoming a teacher. I’ve been always working with kids, and after my experience as an au pair in the United States, I reaffirmed my love for education. I started as an au pair a little before COVID, so I home-schooled the two preschool-aged children I was looking after for over a year. This period of my life made me realize how passionate I am about teaching, and how deeply care about children receiving the education they deserve.

What are your plans for after graduating from MCC?

After I graduate from MCC, I’m working on transferring to Salem State to continue my education and get my bachelor’s degree in education. I’m thinking of applying to their World Languages program to become a Spanish teacher. I love to share my culture and language with other people, and my goal is to teach children about diversity, acceptance, respect and culture. I am very excited for what is ahead.

Connor Triehy

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Liberal Arts – Psychology
Gloucester




How has your overall experience been at MCC?

My experience at MCC has been transformational. I have learned so much from the staff, faculty, and other students. I feel very well prepared for my next step!

What led you to pursuing a degree in Psychology?

I chose to study psychology because I want to have a positive impact on my community. Psychology is a broad-based degree that will allow me to help those in need. I also really enjoy the subject matter.

What are your plans for after graduating from MCC?

I am planning to attend The University of Massachusetts: Boston as the MCC recipient of the Foster Furcolo full-ride scholarship!

Meg Fussell

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Biotechnology
Kensington, N.H.




What led you to pursuing a degree in Biotechnology?

I chose to pursue a degree in biotech because of the common goal – a drive to make patient lives better. With over 600 biotechnology companies in the greater Boston area, where better to pursue a career making a difference? I took a chance on the program and immediately fell in love with the hands-on technique required in the lab, but also the curiosity and critical thinking needed to answer the scientific questions of our time.

 What are your plans for after graduating from MCC?

I am already enrolled at Northeastern University College of Professional Studies continuing a bachelor’s degree in Biotechnology. When I’m not studying, I work full-time at a gene therapy company. We focus on creating life-saving treatments for boys with neuromuscular diseases, such as Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. I am passionate about gene therapy, but also have a curiosity for how biotechnology tools can be used to mitigate global food and environmental crises. I am excited about the broad possibilities of my future thanks to my education from MCC.

Madelyn Reveal

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Nursing
Dracut





How has your overall experience been at MCC?

My experience at Middlesex has helped me grow in so many ways. I've not only learned how to be a nurse, but how to support others and push myself academically. 

What led you to pursuing a degree in Nursing?

I knew I wanted to pursue something in healthcare, but I started out as a biology major and realized it was not for me. I had heard amazing things about the program here at MCC and decided to go for it! 

What are your plans for after graduating from MCC?

Pending passing the boards, I have a position lined up to work as an RN on a Cardiac Medical Surgical floor. I also plan to pursue my bachelor's degree online while working. 

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