Being a teacher is not what I do, it's who I am.

As a community college professor for over twenty years, I've seen the determination, resilience and dedication of countless students. Regardless of circumstances, they show up. They work hard. They believe anything is possible.

One of the things that make community colleges so special is they do not pick and choose their students - they work with all students.

Women who are interested in pursuing bachelor's and master's degrees - especially in STEM fields - benefit from starting at a community college. They offer an affordable education, with flexible schedules and degrees close to home.

Community colleges are certainly one of America's best-kept secrets.

Many of my students don't know that I'm second lady of the United States... because, you know, it's a community college.

I've seen with my own students, community colleges offer an affordable route to four-year college degrees and good paying jobs.