2026 Oakton Voices

Jaalen Banner

Published on March 30, 2026

Jaalen Banner describes his time at Oakton College as a rollercoaster. His journey has included setbacks, self-doubt and moments of transformation. Read More about Jaalen Banner

Riya Shah

Published on January 20, 2026

When Riya Shah moved from Gujarat, India, she had no idea what college in the U.S. would be like. Read More about Riya Shah

Lema Sharify

Published on January 16, 2026

When Lema Sharify enrolled at Oakton, she had one clear goal: to become a nurse. Read More about Lema Sharify

Sameer Lodhi

Published on January 16, 2026

Sameer Lodhi grew up surrounded by family in the health care field, so pursuing a career in radiography felt like a smart next step. Read More about Sameer Lodhi