CCA Graduate Nereida Arroyo-Ramirez Awarded Prestigious McNair Scholarship for Doctoral Studies

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Nereida Arroyo-Ramirez, a Community College of Aurora (CCA) alumna, has been awarded the prestigious McNair Scholarship. This federal TRIO program scholarship supports students from underrepresented groups to pursue doctoral degrees. Arroyo-Ramirez completed her Associate Degree in General Studies at CCA in 2020 and is now working towards a bachelor’s degree in Sociology with a minor in Psychology at CU Denver.

During her tenure at CCA, Arroyo-Ramirez worked as the Campus Visit Coordinator at the CentreTech campus. Her responsibilities included guiding prospective students during campus tours. Her familiarity with CCA and her role helped create a positive environment for new students. These experiences motivated her to further her education and seek higher academic goals.

Arroyo-Ramirez is determined to advance her academic career. She aims to complete her bachelor’s degree, followed by a master’s, and ultimately a doctorate. The McNair Scholarship will provide essential support, offering guidance and resources to help her succeed. She plans to apply to at least ten master's programs by the fall semester of 2025.

To prepare for graduate studies, Arroyo-Ramirez will attend a master’s boot camp in Texas. This program is designed to prepare students for graduate-level research and help them make important academic and professional connections.