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Cindy's Story: Following Curiosity Comes Full Circle

January 22, 2026 | By DMACC

Cindy Neil’s path to the DMACC classroom is anything but linear — and that is precisely what makes it powerful. A DMACC alum, Cindy returned to college in her mid-40s and now teaches global studies courses grounded in curiosity as a discipline.

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Arturo's Story: Serving Memories Around the Dinner Table

January 15, 2026 | By Masa Pilcevic

Not every Bear Trails story begins in a classroom. Arturo Mora’s journey weaves through kitchens, communities, and moments of quiet learning — including early ESL classes and family ties to DMACC. Today, his restaurant Flame Cantina stands as...