Teddy Marrufo

The music industry is a tough business, but Teddy Marrufo is determined to make the cut.  Teddy’s strong will and resourcefulness have helped him tackle the many challenges he’s faced.  Even without the support of his father, and without any financial aid, Teddy remained intent on attaining a college degree.  With hard work and the help of the Illinois Education Foundation, Teddy graduated this past spring from Wilbur Wright College, and will begin his studies at Columbia College Chicago this fall, pursuing a Bachelor’s of Arts in Music Business Management.  “I feel that the IEF has brought me closer to my five year goal.  With the skills I’ve built through the IEF mentoring program, I’m confident that in five years I will have my bachelor’s degree, and will be living in New York City while working for a major record label.”