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Alumni Accomplishments

College of General Studies alumni have distinguished themselves and their alma mater with many diverse and outstanding achievements! Check out these videos and hear the stories of some of the amazing women and men we are proud to recognize as CGS graduates.

Pearl Eni (CGS '14)

Pearl's story shows that no matter what path you take to CGS, CGS can help you get where you want to go.

Terri Marts (CGS '81)

"It's a great foundation to set you on a path of lifelong learning," says Terri of CGS. Hear more of her story.

Betsy Benson (CGS '86)

Publisher and Vice President of Pittsburgh Magazine Betsy Benson explains how CGS was there for her at a pivotal time.

Paul Kantner (CGS '14)

Find out how CGS supports military-affiliated students and veterans from application to graduation.

Jim McCarl (CGS '73)

Jim McCarl opens his story, saying, "My story is a story of second chances." Find out how CGS provided that second chance... and the unique and generous way that he showed his gratitude by giving back to CGS.

Christina Hornack (CGS '13)

EMT. Patient transporter. Physician. That is what Christina Hornack's career path looks like, thanks to her CGS degree.

Mary Williams (CGS '11)

Mary put her lifelong dream of a degree on hold. When she decided it was "Now or never!", her dreams began to come true.

Maria Gerardi (CGS '11)

Maria tells the story of how CGS prepared her for graduate school and continued to support her long after graduation day.

Sharon Sloan (CGS '13)

Sharon transferred to CGS from CCAC. Hear how CGS supported her transition and her academic career.

Carmen Burrell (CGS '11)

Carmen began her educational journey at community college, but left to prioritize her family. Listen to her story of how, returning to school years later as a CGS student, her "worst professor was her best professor."