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Coleman Champion: Gia Jones

Feb 27, 2026


Gia Jones, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Class of 2026Former soldier, current student and leader, and future sonographer: Meet Gia Jones, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Class of 2026!

Name
Gia Jones

City/Town of Residence
Houston, TX

Hometown & High School
Rosemont High School, Sacramento, Calif. 

Current Degree or Certificate Program
Diagnostic Medical Sonography

Year & Class
2nd Year, Class of 2026

Leadership Positions and/or Extra-Curricular Activities
• President, United Student Council - Houston City College
• Vice President, Student Government Association - HCC Coleman College
• 2026 Cabinet Member & Treasurer, Diagnostic Medical Sonography
• Awardee, HCC Foundation

Talents or Hobbies, or Something People Don’t Know About You
• U.S. Army Veteran
• Licensed Aesthetician
• I love to paint and ride horses.

Why did you enroll at HCC Coleman College?
I enrolled at HCC Coleman College because of its strong reputation for healthcare programs and hands-on clinical training that prepares students for real-world careers.

Why did you choose your program of study?
I chose Diagnostic Medical Sonography because I’m passionate about sonography and wanted a career where I can make a direct impact while using both technical skills and critical thinking.

What do you like best about your college experience?
I appreciate the supportive faculty, diverse student community, and the sense that everyone is working toward meaningful goals.

What do you like best about your program of study?
I enjoy how challenging yet rewarding the program is, especially applying what I learn in class to real clinical settings.

When you are tired, what motivates you to push forward?
My long-term goals, my future career, and knowing that my hard work will create a better life keep me motivated.

What advice can you offer to help other students succeed?
Stay disciplined, ask for help early, manage your time wisely, and remember why you started.

Any final thoughts?
This journey is demanding, but staying focused, resilient, and committed makes it worth every challenge.