This qualitative research study investigated the development of heuristic knowledge and its role in the academic and social journeys of five Vietnamese American students enrolled at a community college located in the American Midwest. The participants were interviewed in depth to understand their "lived experiences" while attending the community college. Data were collected, analyzed, and interpreted using a narrative inquiry approach. The interpretation led to a composite image of the students' experiences expressed in the form of a virtual photo album. Research findings provided guidance for future research and advice for community college practitioners. (Contains 6 tables.)