Category: Our students

Larissa Eastman knew she wanted a career doing something art related. She loved art in high school but once she graduated, she was unsure where to pursue her passion. “I was working as an Administrative Assistant and Customer Service Representative at a sporting goods store back in my home town when I decided to pursue a career…

A desire for making people look and feel their best, Amanda Danalewich knew she wanted to pursue her passion in the health and beauty industry. “I was always interested in Massage Therapy and grew up knowing I wanted to go into some sort of career following that interest! Encouraging benefits of a healthy lifestyle to others always interested…

After working in the financial industry and working her way up to a management position, Jamie Knight felt like she wasn’t being artistically challenged and wanted a change. Jamie had always been interested in a career in Cosmetology but never pursued it after high school till one day, she knew it was the perfect time to start! “I had always…

Meet students from La’ James International College East Moline who are currently in the Vocational Program! See what their favorite experiences have been so far AND what they would tell others interested in the program… Contact a Career Planner to learn more about La’ James International College & upcoming classes. Call 888.880.2108 or visit www.LJIC.edu today! ~GET CONNECTED~ Facebook Twitter…

Kelsey Seamer always had a passion for doing hair and make-up. “I always thought it was SO much fun and was told constantly that I am good at it!” In High School, Kelsey had toured La’ James International College in Iowa City with her best friend and fell in love with the school! “I had my daughter shortly after High School…

See what Breanna Andrews has to say about the Massage Therapy program at La’ James International College Fort Dodge! Why did you choose the Massage Therapy program?: “I like to help people & if you do, then this is where it’s at. You can make people feel good about their bodies, help their muscles. All sorts of things, this is…

After ten years of working for a door manufacturing company, Tami Linn knew it was time for a career change! When considering what she should do, her family encouraged her and supported her to pursue a career in Massage Therapy. “I really wanted to be doing something different, career wise. At family gatherings, I was always asked to give…

Meet Jessica Bennett, Cosmetology student at La’ James International College in Cedar Falls! See why Jessica chose LJIC to start her journey through the Health & Beauty Industry. What was your first appointment and how did it go?: “My first appointment was an Up-Do. It went great and the client really liked it.” What were your fears & excitements when you started school?: “My…

Kaitlin Potter and her mom had been coming to La’ James International College in Fort Dodge for massages since she was a child. From then, Kaitlin knew that one day, she too wanted to pursue a career in Massage Therapy. “I remember coming in when I was little and letting all of the students know that one day I would be back,…

Mya White had known since she was a little girl that her dream career would be in the beauty industry! “Practically my whole family is in the hair industry! I have been passionate about this for a very long time. Growing up, I would practice hairstyles on my dolls every day; a career in Cosmetology was meant…