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GED Success Stories
The following are just a few individuals who entered adult life
without a high school diploma and then went on to earn a GED credential.
Though they are not Utah natives, we do have our share of company leaders,
university professors, government officials, and educators who started
out with a GED.
If you are one of those "less famous" individuals who succeeded
in making something of your life -- and that is anything from the President
of the US to that of being a Mom -- we invite you to share you story.
Your story may inspire someone else who needs that shot of emotional juice
to move their life forward also.
Now, connect to the following individuals and their brief stories: (The following links are PDF documents)
In 2004, about 7,000 Utah adults attempted to pass the GED. Though most people who pass the GED don't become world famous, Americans and Canadians alike, from all walks of life, have successfully completed their GED tests and earned diplomas. Some well known graduates are:
- Ben Nighthorse Campbell, U.S. Senator
- Bill Cosby, Comedian
- Dave Thomas, Founder of Wendy's
- John Michael Montgomery, Country Singer
- Kelly McGillis, Actress
- Mary Lou Retton, Olympic Gold Medalist
- Michael J. Fox, Actor
- Tommy Nunez, NBA Referee
- Wally Amos, Famous Amos Cookie Creator
- Waylon Jennings, Country Singer
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