Best Amelia Castañeda Podcasts (2024)

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"Ambitious" - Mercy Herrera - TRIO Alum 1:50:31

14h ago1:50:31

1:50:31

In this podcast episode: Mercy Herrera, TRIO Alum of the McNair Program. Mercy is the Founder and Lead of Equip Academy of New Mexico in Albuquerque. Mercy is on the podcast to discuss her personal, educational, and professional journey. Listen in as Mercy shares her experience in college, her experience in education, starting a new charter school,…

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"Passionate" and "Meticulous" - Melinda and Seferino Gurule - Former TRIO Staff Members 1:58:36

7h ago1:58:36

1:58:36

In this podcast episode: Melinda and Seferino Gurule, former TRIO staff members for different institutions and currently serve two different institutions of higher education. Melinda Gurule - Success Coach and Advisor for the University of Northern Colorado (Greeley, CO) Seferino Gurule - Academic Advisor for Colorado State University Online (Fort …

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"Optimist" - Kamakshi Velamuri - TRIO SSS Student @ NCCU 1:26:56

5d ago1:26:56

1:26:56

In this episode of Let's Talk TRIO: Kamakshi Velamuri, TRIO Student Support Services participant at North Carolina Central University and CEO and Founder of Universal Vidya. Listen as Kamakshi shares her educational journey, her path to TRIO SSS at NCCU, and founding her own non-profit organization. Hear Kamakshi's wonderful story about perseveranc…

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"Ambitious" - Emmanuel Lopez - Director of the Latinx Resource Center 1:29:09

12d ago1:29:09

1:29:09

In this podcast episode: Emmanuel Lopez, Director of the Latinx Resource Center at Governors State University. Emmanuel is on the podcast to discuss his personal, educational, and professional journey. Listen in as Emmanuel shares his experience in college, the challenges and barriers facing first generation professionals, and so much more. A HUGE …

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"Persistent" & "Dynamic" - Yo TRIO! x Let's Talk TRIO - E. Jim Oree and Rod Adams 2:09:06

26d ago2:09:06

2:09:06

In this special edition of Let's Talk TRIO: A TRIO Podcast Crossover! Yo TRIO! x Let's Talk TRIO. Juan interviews E. Jim Oree and Rod Adams, hosts of the Yo TRIO! podcast. E. Jim Oree and Rod Adams talk about the Yo TRIO! podcast, their own educational and professional journey, thoughts about the TRIO programs, and so much more. Listen to Yo TRIO! …

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"Passionate" - Sam Blanco III (SB3) - COE Board Chair and Associate Director for Pre-College TRIO Programs 1:40:43

26d ago1:40:43

1:40:43

In this podcast episode: Sam Blanco III (SB3), TRIO Alum and Associate Director of Pre-College TRIO Programs at the University of California-Davis, and former Board Chair for the Council for Opportunity in Education (COE). Sam is on the podcast to share his educational journey, professional career, and personal life. Listen as Sam talks about mento…

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"Try-er" - Catalina Arana Mendoza - TRIO Alum 1:23:15

1M ago1:23:15

1:23:15

In this podcast episode: Catalina Arana Mendoza, recent graduate of Eastern New Mexico University (Spring 2024), TRIO Alum, and podcaster. Catalina is on the podcast to discuss her personal, educational, and professional journey. Listen as Catalina shares about her life experience, experiences in college, preparing for college, opportunities while …

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"Motivated" - Dr. Christopher Baca - TRIO Staff 1:01:15

2M ago1:01:15

1:01:15

In this podcast episode: Dr. Christopher Baca, TRIO Staff with Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell's TRIO Educational Opportunity Center. Dr. Christopher Baca is on the podcast to discuss his personal, educational, and professional journey. Listen as Dr. Baca shares about his own experiences in higher education, preparing for college, pursuing a …

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"Goofy" - Jasper Wojtach - TRIO Alum 1:32:59

2M ago1:32:59

1:32:59

In this podcast episode: Jasper Wojtach, TRIO Alum of Student Support Services and Transitional Advisor for SUNY-Ulster. Jasper is on the podcast to share their educational, personal, and professional journey. Listen as Jasper shares their college experience, identifying their career, challenges they've had to overcome, serving TRIO, and so much mo…

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"Persistent" - Sandra Carmona Jobe - TRIO Staff and Consultant 1:23:19

2M ago1:23:19

1:23:19

In this podcast episode: Sandra Carmona Jobe, graduate of the University of Arkansas in Little Rock, TRIO staff member, and consultant. Sandra is on the podcast to discuss her personal, educational, and professional journey. Listen as Sandra shares about her own experiences in higher education, preparing for college, transitioning to a professional…

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"Inquisitive" - Laquanna Sledge - TRIO Student Support Services Staff 1:33:39

3M ago1:33:39

1:33:39

In this podcast episode: Laquanna Sledge, former TRIO Student Support Services staff member at Halifax Community College (North Carolina), PhD student at Liberty University, and Director of Institutional Research at Halifax Community College. Laquanna is on the podcast to discuss her personal, educational, and professional journey. Listen as Laquan…

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"Megalomaniacal" - Micah Autry - Motivational Speaker, Enterpreneur, and Author 1:20:09

3M ago1:20:09

1:20:09

In this podcast episode: Micah Autry - motivational speaker, entrepreneur, published author, finance coach, and media producer. Micah is on the podcast to discuss his personal journey, educational path, and how he became an entrepreneur. Listen as Micah shares about attending college, his experience as an entrepreneur, working with large brands, an…

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"Inspiring" - Nelsy Montes-Romero - TRIO Student Support Services 1:24:30

9M ago1:24:30

1:24:30

In this podcast episode: Nelsy Montes-Romero, participant of the TRIO Student Support Services program at California State University-Monterey Bay. Nelsy is on the podcast to discuss her personal, educational, and professional journey. Listen as Nelsy shares about attending college, her experience as a participant of the TRIO SSS program, and looki…

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"Inspiring" - Catherine Ybarra - TRIO Staff & Alum 1:29:18

9M ago1:29:18

1:29:18

In this podcast episode: Catherine Ybarra, TRIO Upward Bound Alum & TRIO Upward Bound Math/Science Director at the College of the Sequoias (CA). Catherine is on the podcast to discuss her personal, educational, and professional journey. Listen as Catherine talks about being part of a TRIO program as a student then a staff member, her experience as …

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"Courageous" - Yosiah Davila - TRIO Alum 59:12

9M ago59:12

59:12

In this episode: Yosiah Davila, TRIO Upward Bound/Talent Search Alum of the Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell. Yosiah is on the podcast to share their personal and educational journey. Listen as Yosiah discusses their academic experience, discovering your own identity, how TRIO influenced their educational path, family support, starting their o…

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A Warrior Without Frontiers Part III - Amaris Lopez - TRIO Alumni 52:40

9M ago52:40

52:40

In this episode: Amaris Lopez, TRIO Student Support Services Alum from California State University-Monterey Bay. Amaris, three-time guest and friend of the podcast, returns to share life updates and discuss life overseas. Listen as Amaris discusses culture, life in a foreign country, teaching, and much more. A HUGE thank you to our patrons and spon…

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”Sister Thorough” - Kim Jones - President of the Council for Opportunity in Education (COE) 47:09

12M ago47:09

47:09

THIS IS EPISODE #100 OF LET'S TALK TRIO! In this episode of Let's Talk TRIO: Kim Jones, President of the Council for Opportunity in Education. Kim is on the podcast to share her personal and educational journey, discuss educational access, the role of COE, and taking on the role of President of COE. A HUGE thank you to our patrons and sponsors: Ang…

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”Determined” - Lisa Retamozo - Founder & CEO of NOSOTROS Education Center 1:22:10

12M ago1:22:10

1:22:10

In this episode of Let's Talk TRIO: Lisa Retamozo, the founder & CEO of NOSOTROS Education Center. Lisa is on the podcast to share her own personal, professional, and educational journey. Listen as she shares about going to college, working for TRIO programs, and founding NOSOTROS Education Center. A HUGE thank you to our patrons and sponsors: Ange…

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First Generation Day 2023 at Colorado State University (11/8/2023) 1:21:07

12M ago1:21:07

1:21:07

In this special episode of Let's Talk TRIO: The sounds of First Generation Day at Colorado State University. Listen as a multiple students and staff at CSU share their experience being a first generation student. Special Guest appearance with Dr. Ryan Barone within the podcast. A HUGE thank you to our patrons and sponsors: Angelica Vialpando, Rosar…

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”Unpredictable” - Danielle Pacheco - TRIO SSS Alum 1:30:18

12M ago1:30:18

1:30:18

In this episode of Let's Talk TRIO: Danielle Pacheco, an alumni of the TRIO Student Support Services program of AIMS Community College, graduate of University of Colorado-Boulder, and University of Northern Colorado. Danielle is on the podcast to discuss her personal and academic journey, being a transfer student, her experience with the TRIO Stude…

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”Hopeful” - Elias G. Quiñonez - TRIO UB Alum 1:52:24

12M ago1:52:24

1:52:24

In this episode of Let's Talk TRIO: Elias G. Quiñonez who serves as Manager of Student Life and Diversity at Colorado State University's College of Agriculture. Elias is on the podcast to discuss his professional journey and educational journey, his experience in TRIO Upward Bound, attending college, importance of family, and working at Colorado St…

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”Persistent” - Horacio Aceves - TRIO Alum & Upward Bound Staff 2:33:30

12M ago2:33:30

2:33:30

In this episode of Let's Talk TRIO: Horacio Aceves, an alum of the TRIO Upward Bound program and now UB staff Associate Director at Occidental College (CA). Horacio is on the podcast to discuss his personal, educational, and professional journey, experience in TRIO Upward Bound, attending college, and serving the very program that assisted him whil…

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”Adaptable” - Matt Bisek - Executive Director of Oregon TRIO Association 1:49:55

12M ago1:49:55

1:49:55

In this episode of Let's Talk TRIO: Matt Bisek who serves as the Executive Director for the Oregon TRIO Association. Matt is on the podcast to discuss his professional journey and educational journey, his experience in TRIO, being involved with the Oregon TRIO Association, and being elected to serve as the Executive Director for Oregon TRIO Associa…

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”Caring” - Kurtis Griess - Director of TRIO SSS at State Fair Community College & Founder of TRIOjoblist.com 1:35:52

1y ago1:35:52

1:35:52

In this episode of Let's Talk TRIO: Kurtis Griess who currently serves as the Director of TRIO Student Support Services at State Fair Community College (Sedalia, MO). Kurtis is on the podcast to discuss their personal and educational journey, the impacts of TRIO programs, serving as director for a TRIO Student Support Services program, and creating…

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”Organized Chaos” - Elijah Sandoval - TRIO Student Support Services Participant (AAC) 1:13:52

1y ago1:13:52

1:13:52

In this episode of Let's Talk TRIO: Elijah Sandoval, a participants of the Academic Advancement Center's TRIO Student Support Services program at Colorado State University. Elijah is on the podcast to discuss personal and academic journey, being a transfer student, joining the Academic Advancement Center's TRIO Student Support Services program, inv…

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The Council for Opportunity in Education’s (COE) Past Presidents Dr. Arnold Mitchem & Maureen Hoyler 42:05

1y ago42:05

42:05

In this special episode of Let's Talk TRIO - The Council for Opportunity in Education's (COE) Past Presidents: Dr. Arnold Mitchem & Maureen Hoyler. Listen as they both share their vision of COE, the impact of TRIO programs, the importance of making connections at the local, state, and federal levels, the history of the Council for Opportunity in Ed…

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”Willing” - Joselynn Castillo - TRIO Student Support Services Alum 1:53:30

1y ago1:53:30

1:53:30

This is EPISODE #90 for Let's Talk TRIO! In this episode of Let's Talk TRIO: Joselynn Castillo, an alum of the TRIO Upward Bound & Student Support Services program at Idaho State University. Joselynn is on the podcast to discuss her educational journey through TRIO Upward Bound, attending Idaho State University, overcoming social expectations, and …

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”Fun” - Cindy Gerhardt - TRIO Student Support Services Alum 42:44

1y ago42:44

42:44

In this episode of Let's Talk TRIO: Cindy Gerhardt, an alum of the TRIO Student Support Services program at Central New Mexico Community College. Cindy is on the podcast to discuss her professional journey, experience being a non-traditional student returning to college, discovering the TRIO Student Support Services programs, and what she hopes to …

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”Optimistic” - Armando Maqueda - TRIO Student Support Services 56:26

1y ago56:26

56:26

In this episode of Let's Talk TRIO: Armando Maqueda, a current participant with the Academic Advancement Center's TRIO Student Support Services program at Colorado State University. Armando is on the podcast to discuss his educational journey, his time with TRIO Upward Bound, his experiences with TRIO SSS, serving TRIO, future career and goals, and…

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”Tenacious” - Jazmin Trujillo - TRIO Alum of Talent Search & Upward Bound 1:26:43

1y ago1:26:43

1:26:43

In this podcast: Jazmin Trujillo, an alum of the TRIO Upward Bound and Talent Search program at Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell and graduate of Eastern New Mexico University. Jazmin is on the podcast to discuss her educational journey, her time with the TRIO Talent Search and Upward Bound, serving as a teacher and mentor to TRIO Upward Bound …

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“Grateful” - Dekendrick Murray TRIO Alum & Staff 2:17:21

1y ago2:17:21

2:17:21

In this podcast: Dekendrick Murray, a multi-Alum of TRIO programs (Upward Bound, Upward Bound Math/Science, Educational Talent Search, and the Ronald E. McNair Program), and graduate of the University of Florida and Jacksonville University. Dekendrick is on the podcast to discuss his educational journey, his time with the various TRIO programs, ser…

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ASPIRE WYCO Conference 2023 1:09:16

1y ago1:09:16

1:09:16

A special edition of the Let's Talk TRIO Podcast as host, Juan Rivas, was on-site at the ASPIRE Wyoming/Colorado (WYCO) Conference 2023 to visit with various staff members of TRIO programs across Colorado and Wyoming. Listen as guests share their conference experience, their reason for working in TRIO, provide great advice, and demonstrate why TRIO…

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”Disciplined” - Pablo Rosas - TRIO Student Support Services Alum from Colorado State University 51:12

1+ y ago51:12

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In this podcast: Pablo Rosas, a spring 2023 graduate of Colorado State University. Pablo is alum of the Academic Advancement Center's (AAC) TRIO Student Support Services program. Listen as Pablo shares his educational journey, experience as a transfer student, his inspiration to learn more about finances, pursuing their undergraduate degree, and re…

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”Tenacious” - Doria Wormbly - Former TRIO SSS Staff & CEO/Founder of the Sailor Justice Project 2:11:04

1+ y ago2:11:04

2:11:04

In this podcast: Doria Wormbly, former TRIO SSS staff and CEO/Founder of the Sailor Justice Project. Listen as Doria shares her educational journey, her work experience in the TRIO Student Support Services program, her inspiration to begin the Sailor Justice Project, and sharing her story on persistence. A HUGE thank you to our patrons and sponsors…

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”Appreciative” - Angelica Valdez - Alum of TRIO Upward Bound & Student Support Services 1:07:13

1+ y ago1:07:13

1:07:13

In this podcast: Angelica Valdez, Program Manager for the Colorado Trust. Angelica is alum of the TRIO Upward Bound program and Student Support Services programs at Adams State University. Listen as Angelica shares her educational journey, her experiences in the TRIO programs (Talent Search, Upward Bound, Student Support Services) at Adams State Un…

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”Latina & Proud” - Nohemi Lara-Miller - Title V Director at Clovis Community College (NM) Former TRIO Staff (ENMU) 1:02:21

1+ y ago1:02:21

1:02:21

In this podcast: Nohemi Lara-Miller, Director of Title V at Clovis Community College (NM) and former TRIO Upward Bound Staff at Eastern New Mexico University. Listen as Nohemi talks about her educational journey, serving TRIO Upward Bound, reflecting on her career, being a parent, moving around from town-to-town, volunteering her time to support mi…

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”Charismatic” - Yesenia Sanchez - TRIO McNair Alum and Graduate of Columbia University 48:48

1+ y ago48:48

48:48

In this episode of Let's Talk TRIO: Yesenia Sanchez, Alum of the TRIO McNair Program at St. Louis University. Yesenia is an alum of the TRIO McNair program at St Louis University and graduate of Columbia University. Join us as Yesenia shares her educational journey, her experience with the TRIO McNair program at St. Louis University, her passion fo…

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”Creative” - Lauren Sisneros - TRIO Upward Bound Alum & Graduate of CSU-Pueblo and Colorado State University 1:10:41

1+ y ago1:10:41

1:10:41

In this podcast: Lauren Sisneros, Director of Programs at the Prosperity Denver Fund and TRIO Alum. Listen as Lauren discusses her educational journey, leading a non-profit organization, experience as a counselor for GEAR Up programs, discussions on her experience in the TRIO Upward Bound program, and all the decisions that have led her to her curr…

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”Thankful” - Amber Myren - TRIO Advocate and Educator 1:07:15

1+ y ago1:07:15

1:07:15

In this episode of Let's Talk TRIO: Amber Myren. Amber is an educator from Maryland and a strong TRIO advocate. Amber teaches high school history and social studies. Amber owns Myren Education, LLC which assists with education planning and provides workshops to education programs like TRIO. Listen as Amber shares her journey in education, her teach…

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”Dedicated” - Myria Davis - TRIO McNair Alum from the University of Oklahoma 1:19:29

1+ y ago1:19:29

1:19:29

In this episode of Let's Talk TRIO: Myria Davis. Myria is an alum of the TRIO McNair program from the University of Oklahoma and graduate of University of Oklahoma and the University of Northern Colorado. Myria is on the podcast to discuss her educational journey, career as a counselor, reflecting on her time with TRIO McNair, and her upbringing. A…

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”Loud & Proud” - Alee Landeros - Academic Advancement Center Alum (TRIO SSS) at Colorado State University 1:08:00

1+ y ago1:08:00

1:08:00

In this episode of Let's Talk TRIO: Alee Landeros, alum of the Academic Advancement Center and graduate at Colorado State University. Alee is on the podcast to share her educational journey while at Colorado State University, joining the Academic Advancement Center, forming meaningful connections while in college, being a single mother, finding a c…

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”Ambitious” - Felicia Rivera - TRIO Upward Bound Alum of Eastern New New Mexico University 1:17:04

1+ y ago1:17:04

1:17:04

In this episode of Let's Talk TRIO: Felicia Rivera. Felicia is an alum of TRIO Upward Bound at Eastern New Mexico University and graduate of New Mexico Highlands University (NMHU). Felicia shares her educational journey, her love for coffee, discusses her career as a counselor and therapist, being a mom, and memories of TRIO Upward Bound. A HUGE th…

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”Dependable” - Ellie Chavez - TRIO Upward Bound Alum (Eastern New Mexico University) 52:05

1+ y ago52:05

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In this episode of Let's Talk TRIO we have Ellie Chavez, graduate of Eastern New Mexico University and alum of the TRIO Upward Bound program (ENMU). Ellie is on the podcast to discuss her educational journey, being a mom while completing college, perseverance, and being a TRIO professional for the very program that served her in high school. A HUGE…

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”Community Organizer” - Sol Sandoval - TRIO Student Support Services Alum (CSU-Pueblo) 30:04

1+ y ago30:04

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In this episode of Let's Talk TRIO we have Sol Sandoval, former Democratic congressional District-3 candidate, 2022 Emerge Colorado's Trailblazer Award Recipient, TRIO Alum SSS at Colorado State University-Pueblo, currently serves the Board of Education at D60 (Pueblo), full-time mom, and community organizer. Listen as Sol shares her campaign exper…

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”Dedicated” - Kelvin Weathers - TRIO Advocate 1:04:16

2y ago1:04:16

1:04:16

In this episode of Let's Talk TRIO we have Kelvin Weathers, a motivational speaker and student mentor, sharing his life experience, educational journey, and professional career. Kelvin is a TRIO advocate and believes in all the great that TRIO professionals do to assist students in attaining a college education; in addition, Kelvin has served as a …

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Interview with Luis Perez, Jr. - Former TRIO Staff and CEO of Pre-Degree (Educational Consultancy Company) 1:33:19

2y ago1:33:19

1:33:19

In this episode we have a former TRIO staff member of Talent Search and Upward Bound from Palo Alto, TX: Luis Perez, Jr. Luis is on the podcast to discuss his educational journey, challenges and successes, reflecting on his career, starting their own educational consultancy business and providing great advice to TRIO staff and students. A HUGE than…

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”Navajo College Student Discusses the Importance of Community Support” - Rachel Yazzie - Alumni TRIO Student Support Services at Central New Mexico Community College 1:55:56

2y ago1:55:56

1:55:56

In this episode we have Rachel Yazzie, a Navajo student and alum of the TRIO Student Support Services program at Central New Mexico Community College. Rachel is on the podcast to discuss her educational journey, TRIO experience, being an advocate for the Navajo tribe, and the importance of community support. A HUGE thank you to our sponsors: Angeli…

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Interview with Janelle Seward - Founder and CEO of TIME with Janelle and TRIO Alum and former Staff of Talent Search 2:08:10

2y ago2:08:10

2:08:10

Recorded: November 2021 In this episode we have TRIO Talent Search Alum and CEO and founder of TIME with Janelle: Janelle Seward. Janelle is on the podcast to discuss her educational journey, TRIO experience, and starting a consultancy business. A HUGE thank you to our sponsors: Angelica Vialpando, Rosario Riley, and StudentAccess (ad within the po…

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Interview with Cristobal ”Chris” Garcia - TRIO Talent Serch Alumni and Associate Director of Alumni Relations at the University of Northern Colorado 1:29:00

2y ago1:29:00

1:29:00

Episode Recorded: November 2021 In this episode we have TRIO Talent Search Alum and Associate Director of Alumni Relations at the University of Northern Colorado: Cristobal "Chris" Garcia. Cristobal joins Juan in the Let's Talk TRIO podcast to discuss a variety of topics. From Chris's upbringing, handling the pandemic and quarantine, views on educa…

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”Scar Tissue” - Interview with Brittany Tabor - Director of TRIO Upward Bound at UNM-Gallup 1:33:51

2y ago1:33:51

1:33:51

In this episode we have the Director of the TRIO Upward Bound program at the University of New Mexico-Gallup: Brittany Tabor. Listen to Brittany's story about her upbringing, her educational journey as she shares her experience working for TRIO programs and adjusting to a virtual space in higher education then returning to on-campus activities at U…

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