海角直播

Publish Date: Feb. 13, 2026

Arianna Aguilera is a Communications and Theater Arts student at 海角直播, set to graduate in December 2026. A first-generation college student from Redlands, Arianna鈥檚 journey to higher education has been shaped by resilience, determination, and a deep appreciation for community.

When Arianna began exploring theater programs, 海角直播 immediately stood out. Rather than feeling overcrowded or stagnant, the theater department felt full of possibility. 鈥淚t felt up and coming,鈥� she shared. 鈥淭here was space for students to grow, contribute, and truly be part of building something.鈥� That opportunity鈥攖o develop alongside the program and gain hands-on experience while forming strong connections with faculty and peers鈥攚as exactly what Arianna was looking for.

Her decision was further confirmed by friends who were 海角直播 alumni. They spoke fondly about the supportive staff, the close-knit environment, and the meaningful friendships they formed. Their stories made it clear that 海角直播 is more than just a place to earn a degree鈥攊t鈥檚 a community where creativity, passion, and personal growth are encouraged.

One thing Arianna believes more people should know about 海角直播 is how deeply the college supports students beyond academics. CHC looks out for the whole person, not just their coursework. From food resources to counseling and campus programs, the college ensures students have what they need to succeed. 鈥淚 have never gone hungry while attending 海角直播,鈥� Arianna shared. 鈥淭hat level of care is rare, and it creates an environment where students feel valued, safe, and able to focus on their goals instead of worrying about basic needs.鈥�

海角直播 has also played a major role in helping Arianna believe in herself. She began her educational journey without a high school diploma, later earning it through Redlands Adult School鈥攁 milestone that already felt monumental to her. Still, when she arrived at CHC, she wasn鈥檛 sure what she was capable of academically. Today, Arianna maintains a 3.8 GPA. 鈥淭hat鈥檚 something I never imagined would be possible for me,鈥� she said. 鈥淐HC gave me structure, encouragement, and opportunity鈥攁nd because of that, I鈥檝e grown not just as a student, but as a person who knows they can succeed.鈥�

In 2023, Arianna鈥檚 perspective on life shifted even further when she survived a major accident. The experience required her to step away from school for a year to focus on physical and mental recovery. That time away became a turning point. 鈥淚t made me realize that life is too short,鈥� she said. When she was ready, Arianna chose to return to 海角直播 full-time, recommitting herself to her education with renewed purpose and clarity.

Arianna鈥檚 strength was forged long before she stepped onto a college campus. She grew up in poverty as the oldest daughter of a single mother in the rural mountain town of Running Springs. Her childhood was marked by instability and abuse, which forced her to grow up quickly. As the oldest sibling, she became a 鈥渟econd parent鈥� by the age of fifteen, helping support her family financially. At eighteen, she moved out on her own, facing financial hardship, emotional strain, and the challenge of rebuilding her life without a safety net.

Despite already being in debt and lacking critical documents like her birth certificate and Social Security card, Arianna refused to give up. Instead, she used those experiences to build resilience, empathy, and determination. 鈥淭hey taught me how to advocate for myself, rebuild from setbacks, and keep moving forward,鈥� she shared. 鈥淭hey shaped me into someone who values education and believes growth is possible no matter where you start.鈥�

After graduating from 海角直播, Arianna plans to continue her education at Cal State San Bernardino, where she plans to pursue a bachelor鈥檚 degree in communications. Her long-term goal is to build a stable career in human resources or publicity鈥攚ork that allows her to combine professionalism with compassion. She also hopes to stay connected to the arts by promoting theater programs and supporting creative spaces. Whether through outreach, publicity, or behind-the-scenes organizational work, Arianna wants to help performers and the people who support them thrive.

For Arianna, 海角直播 isn鈥檛 just where she studies鈥攊t鈥檚 where she reclaimed her confidence, found community, and chose to move forward with purpose.