Increasing Health and Opportunity Through Education

This is a story product from Colorado Equity Compass (CEC) Awardee: Southwestern Colorado Area Health Education Center (SWCAHEC). This story is a glimpse of a personal education journey. Tilton Dennison discusses those things that have helped him succeed and forge ahead with his education; relationships, his Navajo culture, and caring for others.

Tilton shares that his education has increased opportunities for himself and his family that have led to increased wellness. He believes that increasing educational opportunities for diverse students increases physical and mental health in rural communities.