Nelson C. Arizmendi is a CLC graduate who holds an Associate in Arts. He found his passion for the art of dance through many performance opportunities at the college. He has choreographed and danced in multiple CLC Dance Shows. Nelson has also had the opportunity to study abroad and dance internationally. In the summer of  2016 Nelson traveled to China with the CLC performing arts department as part of a cultural exchange program. It was through these experiences along with his drive that led him to open up his own dance studio in Waukegan. At his studio- CM Dance Estudio, he teaches various dance classes and works with the youth in his community. Something he is also very passionate about is event planning. Nelson works closely with many Quinceañeras and plans their entire event from beginning to end, but it doesn’t stop there. As part of his desire to keep growing in show business he got involved in pageantry. Nelson is now the assistant choreographer for H&I Grand Productions which holds 4 of the major USA pageant systems. Nelson wants to make a positive impact on those who come across his work. His mission is to motivate and inspire through the Arts.