The Way to College Podcast

This week on The Way to College Podcast , I had the privilege of welcoming back Dr. LT Reese Miles, a true advocate for first-generation students. She is now a self-published author of her debut memoir, Smart Girl and she joins me to discuss her book . Don't forget to pre-order her book by clicking on the link below. https://www.smartgirlbook.com/

Join me as I sit down with Teege Mettille, a first-generation college graduate, podcast co-host of The Admissions Directors Lunchcast , and author of The Admissions Counselor Malaise . Teege shares his inspiring journey, insights into the college admissions process, and practical tips for students and parents navigating application season. Whether you're deep in the college search or supporting so...

My guests on this special episode of The Way to College Podcast are Dr. Luis Ponjuan and Dr. Victor Saenz. They recently published an article for Diverse Education, Latino Men and the 2024 Election: Implications for Education join me to discuss the article. #education #election2024 #podcast #latinomen #college https://www.diverseeducation.com/opinion/article/15709609/latino-men-and-the-2024-electi...

Happy Monday, friends! Luis Sanchez is my guest on this week's episode of The Way to College Podcast. Luis is Student Services Programs Manager at the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities. As a first-generation student, his educational path was anything but smooth. Like many of my guests, he pushed forward and eventually found his way. Join me as we explore Luis' educational and profe...

In the second part of his interview, this week, we continue to explore Dr. Jorge Moreno's educational and professional journey. Check it out! #thewaytocollegepodcast #journey #exploration #gradschool #hiddencurriculum #impostersyndrome #latino #migrant #doctor #phd #fellowship #immortality

🎙️ This Week on The Way to College Podcast : Dr. Jorge Moreno – From Migrant Fields to Cutting-Edge Research In this inspiring episode, Dr. Jorge Moreno shares his remarkable journey from growing up in a migrant farm-working family to becoming a prominent researcher at the Stowers Institute in Kansas City. Dr. Moreno opens up about his early experiences, his academic path from the University of Io...

This week on The Way to College Podcast , I’m joined by Dr. Noah Rodriguez, a gynecologic oncologist based in California. Dr. Rodriguez's journey from a first-generation student to a specialist in his field is truly inspiring. Tune in to hear his story of perseverance, dedication, and the passion that fuels his work. This is an episode you won’t want to miss! #podcast #waytocollege #journey #latin...

On this week's episode of The Way to College Podcast , I sit down with Thomas Ray Garcia—author, founder, and Board Chair of the College Scholarship Leadership Access Program (CSLAP). Thomas, a proud Rio Grande Valley native, has dedicated his career to expanding college access opportunities for students in underserved communities. We first connected through our shared passion for this work in the...

🎙️ Welcome to the latest episode of The Way to College Podcast ! Today, I’m excited to bring you a conversation with Dr. Melba Castro, Vice President of Student Services at Mt. San Antonio College. Dr. Castro and I first crossed paths during our Master’s program at Stanford, where she already stood out as a powerhouse leader. Join me as she shares her incredible journey in education, the insights...

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Rafael Almanzar, a Bronx native and the Director of Peer Mentoring and First-Gen Student Success at Texas State University. Like many of my guests, Dr. Almanzar didn’t always envision college in his future. Yet, his path led him to become a passionate advocate for first-generation students, helping them navigate their educational journeys with the same resilien...

In this week's episode of The Way to College Podcast , I'm joined by Mario A. Guel, a Senior Programs Manager at the Build Healthy Places Network and the Vice-President for Operations for the Texas A&M Hispanic Network. Mario’s inspiring journey began in Laredo, Texas, and has taken him across the country—from the borderlands to Minnesota and back home to Texas. Join us as we explore M...

It's a new week and new episode of The Way to College Podcast. My guest on this week's episode is Anabel Darini, an Associate Professor of Mathematics at Suffolk County Community College. Anabel is a Rio Grande Valley native and as a high school student she aspired to be a math teacher and coach, but like so many of my guests, life would have other plans for her. Let's dive into Anabel...

On this week's episode of The Way to College Podcast, I'm joined by Dr. Jennifer Najera. Dr. Najera is an Associate Professor in the Department of Ethnic Studies at the University of California, Riverside. Join me as we examine Dr. Najera's educational and professional journey and learn about her forthcoming book, Learning to Lead: Undocumented Students Mobilizing Education, from Duke...

Imagine you are the 19th child of 21. You have big dreams and aspire to attend college, but no one in your family has ever finished college. This is Paul Lamar Hunter's story, and he is my guest on this week's episode of The Way to College Podcast. Paul is an author and motivational speaker and he was eager to share his journey with my listeners. And check out his book by clicking on the l...

On this week's episode of The Way to College Podcast, my guest is Rio Grande Valley native and Texas A&M alum, Marco Lozano. Marco is the Chief Operating Officer for Laredo Medical Center. Marco had always envisioned a career in health care but never in the capacity he serves today. He experienced his share of setbacks and challenges, but his commitment to learning from those experiences h...

Welcome to another episode of The Way to College Podcast! This week we have a truly inspiring guest with us. Joining us is Mia Jackson, a remarkable individual whose journey is a testament to resilience, ambition, and the power of education. Mia is a first-generation college graduate who overcame numerous challenges to achieve her academic dreams. Initially aspiring to be an attorney, Mia's pa...

Welcome to a new week and a new episode of The Way to College Podcast. On this week's episode, my guest is Nicolas J. Lewis. Nicolas is a filmmaker, digital marketer, and writer. His educational and professional journey has been anything but easy, and he provides great advice for anyone pursuing their dreams. He is raising funds for his documentary on Jenny Lozano, Laredo, Texas' first Oly...

On this week's episode of The Way to College Podcast, I am joined by Telesforo (TJ) Pinales. He is a Construction Manager with Hill International, a member of the Texas A&M Hispanic Network, and part of their San Antonio Leadership Committee. TJ's story is a powerful example of resilience and I'm sure it will resonate with listeners, especially those who are struggling to find thei...

Good morning, friends! My guest on this week's episode of the podcast is Victoria Margo. Victoria is originally from McAllen, Texas. She is a Texas A&M alum and is a college admissions counselor at the University of Texas San Antonio. Victoria wasn't always sure of her career path, but her father inspired her work. Join me as Victoria guides us along her educational and career journey...

Happy Monday, family and friends! I'm excited to share a new episode and season of, The Way to College Podcast. My guest on this week's episode is Gina Cardenas, from New York, City. Gina, originally from Edinburg, Texas, always aspired to become an attorney. Today, she is the Vice President, Assistant General Counsel - Litigation at Cantor Fitzgerald. Join me as we hear about Gina's e...

Greetings friends! We have come to the end of season 6 of the podcast and we are closing out this season with Dr. Mito Diaz-Espinoza. He is an educator, justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion advocate committed to serving the community. While everyone's journey is different, his story, as you will see, is unlike any story I have shared on the podcast. So join me as we explore his educationa...

Happy Monday, friends and family! I'm excited to share the latest episode of The Way to College Podcast. I first met this week's guest, Kayla Padilla, when she was a high school student at Edcouch-Elsa High School. I interviewed her for Stanford University and needless to say, she left a lasting impression on me. As a high school student, she aspired to be a stand-up comedian; today she is...

Happy Monday, friends! Join me on this week's episode of the podcast as we get into Francheska Martinez's educational and professional journey. Francheska is a functional movement coach. What is a functional movement coach? Well, check out her story to find out. #podcast #jouney #movement #latina #coach #functionalmovement #exercise #education #power

Happy Monday, friends. A new week brings a new episode of the podcast. On this week's episode, my guest is Juan Rocha. Juan is one of a select group of individuals to have ever driven the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile. Today is continues to work in sales and is getting ready to launch a new venture. Join me as we explore Juan's journey. #podcast #sales #UTPA #eeisd #college #story #education #o...

Exciting Announcement! 📚 Join us for a new episode of The Way to College Podcast for a captivating discussion with two incredible Chicanas, Dr. Yvette Martinez-Vu and Dr. Miroslava Chavez-Garcia. In our upcoming episode, they share their educational and professional journeys while also delving into their newly published book, "IS GRAD SCHOOL FOR ME? Demystifying the Application Process for F...