Success in Kennebec County

David moved to Maine last fall after living in an RV on the west coast. He told staff that he was concerned that his college credits would not be accepted towards a degree in Maine. Staff helped David get a degree audit, and he discovered that he only needed six additional credits to complete his degree from his former university and that he was eligible to participate in commencement. His family offered to pay for his travel to attend commencement and through work supports staff helped him purchase a cap and gown and transportation to the event. He also received resources for tuition and books so he can complete his last two classes. David had this to say about his accomplishment: “I can’t even explain the feelings I am having after never experiencing a graduation in my life and being the first person in my family to get a degree, this is so huge.”