Introduction
Conner is a Noble High School graduate who enrolled at YCCC in the fall of 2020. Conner selected YCCC because of its affordability, proximity to his home, and because he was still unsure of his career plans at that time. To say Conner “ran” with the ability to attend an affordable local college is an understatement.

College Decisions
YCCC’s affordable tuition and proximity to home made choosing a college an easy decision. Although the college did not offer athletics when Conner arrived, the college introduced track and field the following year and Conner quickly joined the team. Conner was a standout athlete at YC, being that he won the 400m dash at the USCAA National Invitational Champion and was named a USCAA Academic All American.
Conner graduated from YCCC in spring 2022 with a degree in Finance and easily transferred to Husson University. Husson applied all his YCCC credits to his bachelor’s in business administration degree, provided a traditional on-campus living experience, and awarded him a Maine Community College Award for transferring with an AAS! Conner graduated Summa Cum Laude from Husson in May 2024 and, like York, broke the 400m record while running for Husson.

Future
Conner is currently interning at True Enterprises LLC in York, Maine as he learns about a career in project management. He will start his MBA at St. Joseph’s of Maine in fall 2024 and is expected to continue breaking records in the 400m for the Monks. Conner plans to stay and work in Maine, he loves it here.

Experience at YCCC
Conner described his experience at YCCC as “very positive and his favorite school of any he has attended.” Conner “loved” being a part of the track team and athletics only enhanced his experience here. The ability to determine the right path with no debt has been a huge advantage as he plans for his MBA in the fall.

Advice for Future Students
Conner advises students to “Do what makes you happy. YCCC can help you determine your path, especially if you aren’t sure what you want to do and take those first few steps in a comfortable environment at an affordable price.”