As Washtenaw Community College prepares to celebrate its 60th anniversary, we recognize
the thousands of alumni who turned opportunity into achievement. For six decades,
WCC has opened doors to education, careers and brighter futures — and these 60 Stories that will be compiled over the year reflect that enduring mission.
Like many high school graduates, Jasmine Thomas wasn’t sure what she wanted to do next — but she knew where to begin.
For the Ypsilanti native, Washtenaw Community College felt like the right place to start exploring her future.
“I’m a local, and if you’re from the area, WCC is the place to start,” says Thomas, a 2011 high school graduate.
Today, the Superior Township resident is a Regional Operations Manager at Comerica Bank, bringing more than a decade of customer service experience and nine years of leadership in the financial industry.
Thomas credits WCC’s advising and flexibility with helping her stay on track with her education.
“The counselors advised me on my credits and laid out my options," she said. “I wouldn’t have graduated as soon as I did without their guidance.”
After earning a General Studies associate degree from WCC in 2022, Thomas transferred her credits to the University of Phoenix, where she completed a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration in 2024.
She began an MBA program just two months later and will finish this spring.
At Comerica, Thomas oversees daily operations for banking centers in Ann Arbor, Jackson, and surrounding communities. That entails managing reporting, coaching teams, and ensuring strong risk and compliance practices.
Her career path also includes leadership roles at DFCU Financial Credit Union and Fifth Third Bank, experiences that strengthened her ability to balance customer service with operational excellence.
Looking ahead, Thomas isn’t putting limits on her future.
“My goal is to build stronger relationships within the banking industry,” Thomas said, before adding with a wink: “And I think Chief Operations Officer would look good on me.”
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This story can be found in the Summer 2026 edition of Launch magazine. Read the full publication.
Tags: 60 Stories, Alumni Profile, General Studies, Launch Summer 2026