Cafecito con Estrellita

What does it mean to be civically engaged as a young Gen Z Latino today? In this special LIVE episode of Cafecito con Estrellita, we brought together Latino leaders, creators, organizers, and changemakers for an honest conversation about identity, economic opportunity, representation, and the future of California. Hosted live at the Democracy Center inside the Japanese American National Museum in...

In this episode, Estrella shares personal updates about her life, including her new role as an aunt and her relationship with Bryan (HER almost fiancé). She discusses the importance of navigating relationships with care and the significance of commitment. Estrella also reflects on her academic + career aspirations, the impact of social media on self-perception, and the importance of personal growt...

In this episode, Estrella interviews Angie, a first-generation graduate student, who shares her inspiring journey through academia as a Latina. They discuss the importance of family support, the challenges of navigating graduate school, and the balance between work and studies. Angie emphasizes the need for community support for undocumented individuals and offers valuable advice for future genera...

In this episode we dive into the challenges and opportunities within higher education, especially for first-generation and underrepresented students. Estrella shares personal reflections on the importance of taking business classes, building networks, and the power of a growth mindset. We also explore the impact of student loan caps and the potential for new funding opportunities. Tune in for insi...

In this episode, Estrella Serrato discusses the recent passing of the 'Big Beautiful Bill' and its implications for education funding, particularly for low-income and first-generation students. She emphasizes the importance of staying informed, advocating for change, and exploring alternative avenues for funding education. Estrella also highlights the role of social media in providing mentorship a...

In this episode Estrella Serrato and Olivia M. Gonzalez discuss the importance of personal branding, especially for first-generation Latinas. Olivia shares her journey from a corporate job to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the need for self-awareness and cultural pride. They explore how personal branding can empower individuals in their careers as well as the significance of platforms such as Linke...

In this episode, Estrella shares updates on her journey with Cafecito con Estrella, including the excitement of returning to solo episodes, the process of writing a nonfiction book aimed at first-generation graduates, and her recent experience meeting Becky G. She emphasizes the importance of community support, the journey of securing agent representation, and encourages listeners to explore conte...

In this empowering episode of Cafecito con Estrellita, we sit down with Ana Pompa Alarcón , a Latina Founder and CEO of Founders Registry , to talk about building a business as a first-gen, immigrant, and/or DACA-identifying woman. From launching her first tech company Find Sisterhood, to creating Founders Registry, Ana shares her journey as a founder. While also dropping business gems that are tr...

In this episode of Cafecito con Estrellita, Estrella Serrato interviews Camila Milanes, a first-generation Latina law student who shares her inspiring journey from struggling in high school to thriving in higher education. Camila discusses the challenges she faced as a Latina in law school and her unique approach to studying for the LSAT. She also shares valuable tips on thrifting for professional...

In this episode of Cafecito con Estrellita, Estrella Quiroz shares her inspiring journey of studying abroad, overcoming financial barriers, and the importance of cultural experiences. She emphasizes the need for Latinas to pursue their dreams of travel and education, providing practical advice on scholarships, credit cards, and navigating fears. She also shares her experience with taking out stude...

In this powerful episode of Cafecito con Estrellita , we sit down with Sophia Montano , a first-generation Latina who went from community college to landing a career at EY (Ernst & Young) : one of the top accounting firms in the world. Together, we talk about the REAL stuff: Why she was scared to take out student loans How investing in her education helped her secure the bag How she overcame d...

I hope you are doing well this week, I have missed you! In today's episode we are talking about: We got an offer Reminders for first-gen students Perseverance Breaks and recovery AND MORE BUY stickers and shirts from ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠mi Tiendita ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow here: Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Cafecito con Estrellita Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  for your Scholarship freebie! Instagram:  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

I hope you are doing well this week, I have missed you! In today's episode we are talking about: ⁠ ScholarMatch https://scholarmatch.org/get-involved/⁠ Summer is almost OVER Back to school consejos first-gen edition Pivoting to find your true talents and skill set Your network is your net worth Filming a documentary with PBS and Roadtrip Nation AND MORE WE LOVE ⁠⁠ ScholarMatch ⁠⁠ please learn...

I hope you are doing well this week, I have missed you! In today's episode we are talking about: ⁠ScholarMatch https://scholarmatch.org/get-involved/⁠ Building your expertise as a student, to implement in your career growth Differences between a coach and mentor It is okay to change your mind Surrounding yourself with others who want the best for you Allergy season And more WE LOVE ⁠ ScholarMa...

I hope you are doing well this week, I have missed you! In today's episode we are talking about: ScholarMatch https://scholarmatch.org/get-involved/ Entrepreneurship updates Academic skills transferring into business Staying persistent when hearing crickets Mentoring younger first-gen You are important And more WE LOVE ScholarMatch please learn more! :) https://scholarmatch.org/get-involved/ B...

I hope you are doing well this week, I have missed you! In today's episode we are talking about: The Value Of Community College Dual Enrollment Feeling hopeless, but still showing up Tips on how to succeed in community college Happy Pride Month And more BUY stickers and shirts from ⁠mi Tiendita ⁠ Follow here: Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Cafecito con Estrellita Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ...

I hope you are doing well this week, I have missed you! In today's episode we are talking about: Being book smart and street smart Launching The Cafecito con Estrellita Tiendita Take your grad pics, have a grad party, & travel You only graduate once Keep going And more BUY stickers and shirts from mi Tiendita BUY the book Cultura and Cash Learn about the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Key Grant Today ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

I hope you are doing well this week, I have missed you! In today's episode we are talking about: USC canceling their main graduation Academic freedom for students Prepping for our FIRST POP UP How time apart can be a good thing for Latino families Breaking cycles And more Learn about the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Key Grant Today ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow here: Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Cafecito con Estrellita Newsle...

I hope you are doing well this week, I have missed you! In today's episode we are talking about: Graduation season Reflecting on past milestones Latinas getting into graduate school How your self-compassion is your superpower Estrellita allergies And more Learn about the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Key Grant Today ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow here: Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Cafecito con Estrellita Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  f...

I hope you are doing well this week, I have missed you! In today's episode we are talking about: My immigrant mother's dream Honoring stories Moving back home with your Latino parents Life updates Motivation And more Learn about the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Key Grant Today ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow here: Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Cafecito con Estrellita Newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  for your Scholarship freebie! YouTube: ⁠...

I hope you are doing well this week, I have missed you! In today's episode we are talking about: Moving forward with academic setbacks My first-gen keynote presentation Conference at Stanford The types of questions you should ask a multifaceted Latina Community college And more Episode Sponsor is ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠National University⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn about the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Key Grant Today ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow here: Subscribe to...

I hope you are doing well this week, I have missed you! In today's episode we are talking about: Gratitude for Women's History Month Traveling to colleges & universities Latinas opening doors for other Latinas New FASFA extension May 2nd Everything Takes Time And more Episode Sponsor is ⁠⁠⁠⁠National University⁠⁠⁠⁠ Learn about the ⁠⁠⁠⁠Key Grant Today ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow here: Subscribe to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

I hope you are doing well this week, I have missed you! In today's episode we are talking about: Imposter syndrome and inner critic "Colleges not Latina ready" Going to a conference Sola Navigating negative comments about college What a college education did for me And more Episode Sponsor is ⁠⁠⁠National University⁠⁠⁠ Learn about the ⁠⁠⁠Key Grant Today ⁠⁠⁠ Follow here: Subscribe to ⁠...

I hope you are doing well this week, I have missed you! In today's episode we are talking about: Transitions from high school to college How I navigated a relationship as a first-gen student (spoiler alert, I didn't) The importance of Latinas knowing they have options Giving yourself grace, for navigating school and cultural expectations And more Episode Sponsor is ⁠⁠National University⁠⁠...

I hope you are doing well this week, I have missed you and we have so much to go over! In today's episode we are talking about: Latinas uplifting each other How to move away from negative vibras When I first discovered I was a first-generation student How I navigated different spaces as first-gen And more Episode Sponsor is ⁠National University⁠ Learn about the ⁠Key Grant Today ⁠ Follow here:...