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

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.

Because of the flexibility that community colleges afford, many students do not have to choose between an education and fulfilling other responsibilities - they can do both.

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

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

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