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Student Life

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Whether you’re looking to join a student club and take part in activities outside of the classroom or if you're just looking for someone who you can connect with, you can find it here.

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Success Stories
jmcomicÂþ»­N students and alumni use their talent and world-class education to lead, innovate and advance the public good. Read their stories and imagine your own success.
jmcomicÂþ»­N alumni Denzel Clarke seen playing in the MLB for the Athletics

I’m playing in the big leagues... That’s a really cool moment. Not everyone can say they’ve done that.

ASL teacher Arby Jean Wolkov stands at her desk at William Howard Taft Charter High School, in front of a colorful bulletin board covered with photos and mementos.

Another joy in teaching, seeing students succeed and use whatever they learned from me, out in the real world.

jmcomicÂþ»­N Alumnus Cole Wakim

jmcomicÂþ»­N engineering was very hands-on, teaching me things applicable not only in the real world, but in my racing career.

Malachia Y. Hoover ’17, M.S. Biology

At jmcomicÂþ»­N I developed the skills and passion for biomedical research... I am forever proud and thankful to be a Matador alumnus!

jmcomicÂþ»­N Alumnus Jason June

jmcomicÂþ»­N taught me there isn’t one way to be a student.

jmcomicÂþ»­N Alum Jae C. Hong seen in a portrait

jmcomicÂþ»­N taught me how to tell powerful stories through photography.

jmcomicÂþ»­N Newsroom

jmcomicÂþ»­N student Jobany Osorio in front of the Capitol Reflecting Pool in Washington, D.C.

June 25, 2025

A new gift from longtime jmcomicÂþ»­N supporters Alan and Rose Jeffery ensures that students get opportunities to exp...

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June 23, 2025

jmcomicÂþ»­N staff members filled the Northridge Center at the University Student Union on June 4 to honor years of s...

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June 17, 2025

Juneteenth is coming up, and jmcomicÂþ»­N librarian Nery Alcivar-Estrella has put together a standout collection of m...

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