Spotlight Archive

Victor Morales - Student Spotlight

This piece is about Victor Morales, a Human Services student at Grays Harbor College (GHC) whose journey embodies incredible personal growth and the impact of giving back to others. Victor’s path to GHC began with a deep desire to make amends for the past. When reflecting on his reasons for...
This piece is about Victor Morales, a Human Services student at Grays Harbor College (GHC) whose journey embodies incredible personal growth and the impact of giving back to others. Victor’s path to GHC began with a deep desire to make amends for the past. When reflecting on his reasons for enrolling, he explained, “I felt like I was hurting the communities and wanted to give back, try to heal...
Posted on Feb, 5, 2025

Jaime Reino Staff Spotlight

At Grays Harbor College, faculty and staff are more than educators—they’re mentors, innovators, and community members. They are here to guide and support students every step of the way, going the extra mile to help them succeed. Jaime Reino, a dedicated math and engineering instructor, is a...
At Grays Harbor College, faculty and staff are more than educators—they’re mentors, innovators, and community members. They are here to guide and support students every step of the way, going the extra mile to help them succeed. Jaime Reino, a dedicated math and engineering instructor, is a perfect example of this commitment to education and community involvement. Jaime’s journey with GHC...
Posted on Jan, 22, 2025

Gladis Venegas Student Spotlight

Gladis Venegas’ journey at Grays Harbor College is one of rediscovery and resilience. After graduating from Lake Quinault High School in 2017, she started college immediately, pursuing nursing prerequisites. But as time passed, Gladis realized nursing wasn’t the right fit. She took a step back to...
Gladis Venegas’ journey at Grays Harbor College is one of rediscovery and resilience. After graduating from Lake Quinault High School in 2017, she started college immediately, pursuing nursing prerequisites. But as time passed, Gladis realized nursing wasn’t the right fit. She took a step back to reevaluate and, in the spring of 2024, returned to GHC with a fresh perspective and a new goal:...
Posted on Jan, 6, 2025

Student Spotlight: Cari Tewee

Human Services Student At Grays Harbor College, Cari Tewee is channeling her heritage, empathy, and dedication into a path of advocacy and service. As a Human Services AA student with plans to continue at Evergreen for her bachelor's, Cari’s journey is shaped by her vision for supporting her...
Human Services Student At Grays Harbor College, Cari Tewee is channeling her heritage, empathy, and dedication into a path of advocacy and service. As a Human Services AA student with plans to continue at Evergreen for her bachelor's, Cari’s journey is shaped by her vision for supporting her Native community and helping others to find trusted, compassionate support within their community....
Posted on Nov, 18, 2024

AnnMarie Carley-Mimm – GHC Student Spotlight

Bachelor of Applied Science in Forest Resource Management Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Applied Science in Forest Resource Management, AnnMarie Carley-Mimm’s time at Grays Harbor College has been full of hands-on learning, personal growth, and exciting field experiences. Exploring Forest...
Bachelor of Applied Science in Forest Resource Management Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Applied Science in Forest Resource Management, AnnMarie Carley-Mimm’s time at Grays Harbor College has been full of hands-on learning, personal growth, and exciting field experiences. Exploring Forest Resource Management AnnMarie is enthusiastic about her studies and loves to share how her program is...
Posted on Oct, 23, 2024

GHC Alumni Leave their Mark on the tulalW Student Center

Alumni Chris Miller (right) and Marcus Nathaniel (left) returned to GHC with their company CMD Sign & Electric Inc. to install the signage on the bookstore’s new location in the tulalW Student Center. Grays Harbor College students will have an easier time finding their way to the bookstore...
Alumni Chris Miller (right) and Marcus Nathaniel (left) returned to GHC with their company CMD Sign & Electric Inc. to install the signage on the bookstore’s new location in the tulalW Student Center. Grays Harbor College students will have an easier time finding their way to the bookstore in the new tulalW Student Center. This is thanks to the work of GHC alumni Chris Miller and Marcus...
Posted on Oct, 1, 2024

Malia Marks - GHC Alum

Writing, Research, and Travel: Lessons from an Academic Adventure Malia Marks and her mother after her Cambridge graduation. "Welcome to the community of academia. You are worthy in character and achievements,” said Malia Marks, speaking to the Class of 2023 at the commencement ceremony last...
Writing, Research, and Travel: Lessons from an Academic Adventure Malia Marks and her mother after her Cambridge graduation. "Welcome to the community of academia. You are worthy in character and achievements,” said Malia Marks, speaking to the Class of 2023 at the commencement ceremony last June. “Your time here at GHC has equipped you to see the world in a different way.” Just six years...
Posted on Aug, 31, 2023

Seth Ronk - GHC Alum, Nursing

The Long and Winding Path to a Career that Makes a Difference In the pursuit of our dreams, many of us will encounter unexpected detours and face obstacles that test our resilience. Seth Ronk, a graduate of Grays Harbor College’s Nursing program and student at the University of Washington School...
The Long and Winding Path to a Career that Makes a Difference In the pursuit of our dreams, many of us will encounter unexpected detours and face obstacles that test our resilience. Seth Ronk, a graduate of Grays Harbor College’s Nursing program and student at the University of Washington School of Medicine, knows this all too well. Seth’s college career began just out of high school. He...
Posted on Jul, 6, 2023

Isaac Gil - GHC Alum, Automotive Technology

Getting a “Running Start” on the Road to a Career When Isaac Gil graduated from Grays Harbor College in June, 2023, he made history by becoming GHC’s first Running Start student to earn an associate degree in Automotive Technology. Isaac’s decision to enroll in Running Start was largely based on...
Getting a “Running Start” on the Road to a Career When Isaac Gil graduated from Grays Harbor College in June, 2023, he made history by becoming GHC’s first Running Start student to earn an associate degree in Automotive Technology. Isaac’s decision to enroll in Running Start was largely based on the ability to graduate high school and prepare for a career without taking on debt. In his own...
Posted on Jul, 6, 2023

Michael Lick - GHC Student, Business Management

Embracing the Art of Letting Go "Surfing is not a sport," said Michael Lick, a Business Management student at GHC and the owner of Swellone Surf Company, a surf-inspired apparel brand with a new storefront in Grayland. “Surfing is the art of letting go.” By embracing the art of letting go,...
Embracing the Art of Letting Go "Surfing is not a sport," said Michael Lick, a Business Management student at GHC and the owner of Swellone Surf Company, a surf-inspired apparel brand with a new storefront in Grayland. “Surfing is the art of letting go.” By embracing the art of letting go, Michael has been able to grow both personally and professionally. He sees his education as a way to...
Posted on May, 16, 2023