Empowering the next generation

When Mélina Khansari moved from France to Maryland in 2017, she didn’t know any English but she spoke a common language: the desire to pursue a higher education degree that unlocks the potential for lifelong success. After learning English, graduating high school and earning her associate’s degree from Frederick Community College, she looked to transfer to an institution that prioritized her needs — such as the ability to balance work and school, and immediate connections to the business world.