Let’s Talk TRIO: Recent Episodes
Juan Rivas, Amelia Castañeda, John Russell
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 guest speaker for a variety of TRIO programs.
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Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
Audio Engineer, Editor and Music Composer/Production (Intro/Transition/Outro): John Russell
Producer, Social Media Manager, Marketing Manager, Script Supervisor - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
Cover Artwork: Raul Perez
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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.
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This Podcast Episode is Underwritten By:
Pre-Degree an Educational Consultancy Company
Website: https://www.mypredegree.com/
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Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
Audio Engineer, Editor and Music Composer/Production (Intro/Transition/Outro): John Russell
Producer, Social Media Manager, Marketing Manager, Script Supervisor - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
Cover Artwork: Raul Perez
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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: Angelica Vialpando, Rosario Riley, and StudentAccess (ad within the podcast).
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Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
Audio Engineer, Editor and Music Composer/Production (Intro/Transition/Outro): John Russell
Producer, Social Media Manager, Marketing Manager, Script Supervisor - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
Cover Artwork: Raul Perez
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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.
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Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
Audio Engineer, Editor and Music Composer/Production (Intro/Transition/Outro): John Russell
Producer, Social Media Manager, Marketing Manager, Script Supervisor - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
Cover Artwork: Raul Perez
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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 education and leadership, the importance of connecting with community and so much more.
A HUGE thank you to our sponsors: Angelica Vialpando, Rosario Riley, and StudentAccess (ad within the podcast)
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- Student Access: https://www.studentaccess.com/
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- Donate a one-time tip to our PayPal account
Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
Audio Engineer, Editor and Music Composer/Production (Intro/Transition/Outro): John Russell
Producer, Social Media Manager, Marketing Manager, Script Supervisor - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
Cover Artwork: Raul Perez
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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 UNM-Gallup.
A HUGE thank you to our sponsors: Angelica Vialpando, Rosario Riley, and StudentAccess (ad within the podcast)
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- Student Access: https://www.studentaccess.com/
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Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
Audio Engineer, Editor and Music Composer/Production (Intro/Transition/Outro): John Russell
Producer, Social Media Manager, Marketing Manager, Script Supervisor - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
Cover Artwork: Raul Perez
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WE ARE BACK!
In our return to podcasting we have Amaris Lopez, a participant of CSU-Monterrey Bay's TRIO Student Support Services program. This is an update episode featuring Amaris as they share their reflection from the first time they were on the podcast all the way through college graduation. Join us as Amaris shares their experiences in traveling during the time of COVID, opportunities in college, and beginning a journey in the professional realm.
This episode is dedicated to Juan Rivas's father... In memory of Guadalupe Rivas (1961 - 2022).
A HUGE thank you to our sponsors: Angelica Vialpando, Rosario Riley, and StudentAccess (ad within the podcast)
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Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
Audio Engineer & Music Composer/Production (Intro/Transition/Outro): John Russell
Producer & Marketing Manager - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
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This is very special episode of Let's Talk TRIO. Juan Rivas, host, had the honor of teaching podcasting to a group of students at the University of New Mexico-Gallup's TRIO Upward Bound program. Students learned about podcasting editing techniques, public speaking, and the history of broadcasting.
Margelina Bahe, participant of UNM-Gallup's TRIO Upward Bound program, created this podcast pilot titled "Let's Talk Best..." the topic being "top anime characters. If you are not familiar with anime characters, worry not...this episode was created with the intention of becoming familiar with podcasting to, more importantly, to have fun.
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Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
Audio Engineer & Music Composer/Production (Intro/Transition/Outro): John Russell
Producer & Marketing Manager - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
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In this episode we have Anthony (Tony) Culpepper, Jr., an education doctoral candidate in Higher Education Leadership at Saint Peter's University and former TRIO staff member. Anthony is on the podcast to discuss his life experience, educational journey, working for the TRIO programs, being in a doctoral program, and reflecting on the purpose and impact of TRIO programs.
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Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
Audio Engineer & Music Composer/Production (Intro/Transition/Outro): John Russell
Producer & Marketing Manager - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
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In this episode we have Trent Ball, the Associate Vice-President for Equity and Access at Southeast Missouri State University. Trent is on the program to discuss his experience with the TRIO programs as a staff member, his own journey in education, mentoring students, and to talk about comics books (particularly the Dark Knight, also known as Batman).
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Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
Audio Engineer & Music Composer/Production (Intro/Transition/Outro): John Russell
Producer & Marketing Manager - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
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In this episode we have Ellen Scott, an alumna of the TRIO Student Support Services program at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque. Ellen is on the program to discuss her experiences within the TRIO SSS program, he multiple board games, a desire and interest in nature, and her current career. Listen to her story about feeling connected finding ways to engage with campus resources.
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Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
Audio Engineer & Music Composer/Production (Intro/Transition/Outro): John Russell
Producer & Marketing Manager - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
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In this episode we have Austyn Richards, Alum and Advisor for the TRIO Education Talent Search program at Idaho State University. Austyn is on the podcast to discuss his educational journey, their TRIO Education Talent Search experience, and share his current career at Idaho State University.
A HUGE thanks to our sponsors: Angelica Vialpando, Rosario Riley, and StudentAccess (ad within the podcast)
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Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
Audio Engineer & Music Composer/Production (Intro/Transition/Outro): John Russell
Producer & Marketing Manager - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
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In this episode we have Dr. Brittany Murray, an alumna of the TRIO McNair Program and graduate of the University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill. Dr. Murray is on the podcast to discuss her educational journey, her TRIO McNair experience, and share her current career at Davidson College.
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Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
Audio Engineer & Music Composer/Production (Intro/Transition/Outro): John Russell
Producer & Marketing Manager - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
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EPISODE #60 FOR LET'S TALK TRIO!!
In this episode we have Dr. Rachel Renbarger, an alumna of the TRIO McNair Program from the University of Oklahoma and graduate of OU and Baylor University. Dr. Renbarger is on the podcast to share her educational journey, going to college, experiences with TRIO McNair, a researcher, and sharing her research on TRIO McNair Program.
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Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
Audio Engineer & Music Composer/Production (Intro/Transition/Outro): John Russell
Producer & Marketing Manager - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
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In this episode we have Kimberly Gomez, an alumna of the TRIO Upward Bound Math/Science program at Pasadena City College (CA). Kimberly is on the podcast to share her educational journey, experiences in TRIO UBMS, going to college, and working for a college access program at CALSOAPLA.
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Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
Audio Engineer & Music Composer/Production (Intro/Transition/Outro): John Russell
Producer & Marketing Manager - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
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In this episode we have Misty Burch, an alumna of the TRIO Upward Bound program at Eastern New Mexico University. Misty is on the podcast to share her journey as a person living with cerebral palsy, discuss her experience with TRIO Upward Bound at ENMU, and talk about the various projects she is involved with (podcast, writing a book, and a new clothing line).
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Audio Engineer & Music Composer/Production (Intro/Transition/Outro): John Russell, Guest Musician: Noah Ruiz (Bass) #NoahRuizBassist
Producer & Marketing Manager - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
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In this episode we have Cynthia Martinez, an alumna of the TRIO Upward Bound program at Hope College (MI). Cynthia is on the podcast to share her educational journey, discuss her experience with TRIO Upward Bound, and talk about her documentary/project centered around the TRIO Upward Bound program at Hope College.
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Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
Audio Engineer & Music Composer/Production (Intro/Transition/Outro): John Russell
Producer & Marketing Manager - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
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In this episode we have Araceli Ramirez, student at the University of New Mexico and participant of the TRIO Student Support Services program. Araceli is on the podcast to reflect on her life journey, share her experiences with TRIO, and discuss potential careers.
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Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
Audio Engineer & Music Composer/Production (Intro/Transition/Outro): John Russell
Producer & Marketing Manager - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
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In this episode we have Janey Moran, a student at Colorado State University and participant of the Academic Advancement Center's TRIO Student Support Services Program. Janey is on the podcast to reflect on her educational journey, share her experiences with TRIO, and discuss potential careers.
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Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
Audio Engineer & Music Composer/Production (Intro/Transition/Outro): John Russell
Producer & Marketing Manager - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
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In this episode we have Andrew Gonzalez, the former director of College Enrichment Programs at the University of New Mexico (Albuquerque, NM). Andrew is on the podcast to reflect on his educational journey, the importance of the TRIO programs, and having an impact on a student's college experience.
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Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
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Producer & Marketing Manager - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
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In this episode we have Rob Carriaga, an achievement coach for TRIO Student Support Services program at Central New Mexico Community College (Albuquerque, NM). Rob is on the podcast to share his educational journey, careers, and experience with the TRIO community.
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Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
Audio Engineer & Music Composer/Production (Intro/Transition/Outro): John Russell
Producer & Marketing Manager - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
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In this episode we have Jacqueline "Jackie" Sanchez-Cruz, an educator for Portales Municipal Schools as a Junior High School teacher, alum of the TRIO Upward Bound Program at Eastern New Mexico University, and graduate of New Mexico Highlands University (Las Vegas, NM). Jackie is on the podcast to share her educational journey, her TRIO Upward Bound experience, and what it means to continue furthering one's education.
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Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
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Producer & Marketing Manager - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
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In this episode we have Scott Cady, the counselor for Project Threshold, a TRIO related program at the University of Oklahoma. Scott is on the podcast to share his thoughts about post-secondary education, experience as a higher education and TRIO professional, and share his journey through college.
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Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
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Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
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In this episode we have Sergio Galvez, a TRIO Upward Bound alum and the current director for the TRIO Upward Bound program at California Lutheran University. Sergio is on the podcast to share his journey through the TRIO Upward Bound program at CLU, share his reflection about education, and what it means to be a member of the TRIO community.
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Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
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Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
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In this episode we have Inika Williams who is the CARE Assistant Director and Director of Pre-Collegiate Programs (TRIO Upward Bound) at Florida State University. Inika is on the podcast to share her experience in TRIO, educational journey, and the impact of a post-secondary education among first generation students.
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Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
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Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
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In this episode we have Richard Robert Santiago an alum of the TRIO Talent Search at la Universidad del Turabo. Richard is on the podcast to discuss social issues, share his educational journey, and discuss opportunities found in communities.
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Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
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Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
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In this episode we have Soledad Jauregui an alum of the TRIO Upward Bound program at Eastern New Mexico University (Portales, NM). Soledad is on the podcast to discuss her path into college, persevering as a single mom in college, and being an educator in the Clovis Municipal School System.
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Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
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Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
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In this episode we have Alina Tovar an alum of the TRIO Upward Bound program at Caldwell High School (Caldwell, ID) and Student Support Services program at the University of Idaho; she is also a current TRIO McNair Scholar. Alina is on the podcast to discuss her path into college, forming a TRIO club, and being part of the TRIO McNair program.
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Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
Audio Engineer & Music Composer/Production (Intro/Transition/Outro): John Russell
Producer & Marketing Manager - Voiceover and Ad: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
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In this episode we have Alexandria Taylor Cervantes an alum of the TRIO Student Support Services program at California State University-Monterey Bay and current TRIO McNair Scholar. Alexandria is on the podcast to discuss her college journey while at CSU-MB, going to grad school at the University of Illinois-Urbana Champaign, and her current career trajectory.
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Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
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In this episode we have Daniel Perez, TRIO Alum of the Eastern New Mexico University Upward Bound program and graduate of ENMU and Washington State University. Daniel is on the podcast to discuss his life growing up, share his TRIO journey, and talk about inspiration to follow music as a teaching career.
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Let's Talk TRIO Podcast Team
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In this episode we have Amaris Lopez, participant of the TRIO Student Support Services program at California State University-Monterey Bay. Amaris is on the podcast to share her educational journey, living between two worlds of Mexico and the United States, and what it means to be in TRIO Student Support Services.
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In this episode we have Kimimila Simms, Director of the Student Support Services program at the University of New Mexico-Gallup. Kimimila is on the podcast to share her college journey, discuss the challenges of college going students, and talk about her role as a director for TRIO Student Support Services.
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EPISODE #40 for the Let's Talk TRIO podcast!
In this episode we have Silvia Sanchez, TRIO Alum of the Student Support Services program at Idaho State University and recent graduate. Silvia is on the podcast to share her TRIO experience, her journey in college, and the various challenges she faced while receiving support to accomplish her dreams.
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In this episode we have Maurice Pittman, TRIO Alum and TRIO Student Support Services program staff at Idaho State University. Maurice is on the podcast to discuss his college journey, discovering TRIO, some of the challenges he faced, and how education continues to play a role in his future.
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In this episode we have:
Dr. Jamie D. Motley - Director of TRIO McNair at SLU
Anthony Parker-Gills - Academic Coordinator for TRIO McNair at SLU
Sunita Manu - McNair GA and Gateway (Pre-McNair) Program Coordinator
Hope Conyers - Current McNair Scholar, SLU McNair Ambassador, and TRIO-SSS Participant
Brandon Hughes - McNair Alumnus & rising Ph.D. student
Derek R. McFarland, Jr. - McNair Alumnus & rising Ph.D. student
Wendy Teal - McNair Alumna & rising master's student
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In this episode we have Jennifer Ryan, TRIO Upward Bound alumna of Eastern New Mexico University. Jennifer is on the podcast to discuss her college journey, her memories of TRIO Upward Bound, the challenges that came with being a single parent in college, and her career path.
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In this episode we have Magda Martinez-Baca who serves as the Director of the TRIO Student Support Services program at Central New Mexico Community College. Magda is on the podcast to discuss her journey through college, career experiences, and what inspired her to work for TRIO Student Support Services.
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In this episode we have Ralph Parson III, alum of the TRIO Upward Bound program at Eastern New Mexico University. Ralph is on the podcast to discuss his journey through high school, the challenges he faced, the connections and networks he has made over the years, and his experience in college.
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In this episode we have Jeff Kahlden, Director of the TRIO Upward Bound program at Weatherford College (TX). Jeff is on the podcast to discuss his journey through college, the current work/balance in the age of COVID19, what inspired him to work for TRIO Upward Bound, running a TRIO Upward Bound program, advocacy for TRIO programs, and guiding a TRIO Upward Bound through a pandemic.
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In this episode we have Jesika Alvarez Trujillo, Upward Bound TRIO Alumna from Clovis Community College and current works as a Pro Representative for Vivint Home Securities. Jesika is on the podcast to discuss her journey through education, her experience in the Clovis Community College TRIO Upward Bound program, her various work experiences, and share some advice for high school students post-graduation.
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In this episode we have Nicole Padilla, Upward Bound TRIO Alumna from Clovis Community College and graduate of Eastern New Mexico University. Nicole is on the podcast to discuss her own her memories of the Upward Bound program at Clovis Community College, her obstacles and triumphs, and her current journey toward a master's degree.
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In this episode we have Angelica Vialpando, Vice-President of Programs and Professional Development with the Council for Opportunity in Education. Angelica is on the podcast to discuss her own educational journey, the challenges associated with college, and the path to led her to the Council for Opportunity in Education (COE).
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In this episode we have Yuridia Leyva, Bio-statistician at the Center for Healthcare Equity in Kidney Disease (CHEK-D) at the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center and TRIO Alum of the Eastern New Mexico University TRIO Upward Bound program, University of New Mexico TRIO Student Support Services Program, and the TRIO Ronald E. McNair program. Yuridia is on the podcast to discuss her path in education, share her experiences in the TRIO programs, and talk about her career.
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In this episode we have Dawn Blue Sky-Hill, Director of the TRIO Student Support Services at the University of New Mexico. Dawn is on the podcast to share her origin story, her path in education, and the experiences in the TRIO programs.
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In this episode we have Fabiola Mora, Director of the Academic Advancement Center (AAC) at Colorado State University. Fabiola is on the podcast to share her journey to college, talk about the challenges and obstacles in higher education, and her experiences within TRIO as a professional.
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In this episode we have Heath Alexander, Director of Grants and Program Evaluation at Study Smart Tutors. Heath is on the podcast to discuss his journey through TRIO and share his experiences as a professional.
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Executive Producer & Host: Juan Rivas
Pre-Recorded episode at the Paul Thayer TRIO House celebrating TRIO Day. Interview with the various TRIO students from various programs at Colorado State University in collaboration with the TRIO Upward Bound programs, Equal Opportunity Centers, GEAR Up, Talent Search, and Academic Advancement Center.
Sound Engineer and Transition Music: John Russell
Producer: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer and Host: Juan Rivas
Intro Music: "Morning Lights" by Niwel https://soundcloud.com/niwel-516897768 Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/morning-lights Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/owCr1X6lDvseda
The LIVE broadcast from the Wells Fargo Center in Denver, CO. Interview with the various TRIO Programs across the state of Colorado in collaboration with The Colorado Chapter of ASPIRE (CCA).
Sound Engineer and Transition Music: John Russell
Producer: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer and Host: Juan Rivas
Intro Music: "Morning Lights" by Niwel https://soundcloud.com/niwel-516897768 Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/morning-lights Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/owCr1X6lDvseda
The LIVE broadcast from the Washington's Music Venue in Fort Collins, CO. Interview with Colorado State University TRIO Upward Bound Program (UB17).
Sound Engineer and Transition Music: John Russell
Producer: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer and Host: Juan Rivas
Intro Music: "Morning Lights" by Niwel https://soundcloud.com/niwel-516897768 Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/morning-lights Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/owCr1X6lDvseda
Interview with first generation students, staff, and special guests at the Lory Student Center at Colorado State University.
BONUS EPISODE!
Interview with Dr. Joyce McConnell, President of Colorado State University
Sound Engineer and Transition Music: John Russell
Producer: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer and Host: Juan Rivas
Intro Music: "Morning Lights" by Niwel https://soundcloud.com/niwel-516897768 Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/morning-lights Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/owCr1X6lDvseda
Interview with Dr. Carmen Rivera - Talent Manager for Organizational Development at Colorado State University and Former TRIO Staff.
Sound Engineer and Transition Music: John Russell
Producer: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer and Host: Juan Rivas
Intro Music: "Morning Lights" by Niwel https://soundcloud.com/niwel-516897768 Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/morning-lights Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/owCr1X6lDvseda
Our 20th Episode of Let's Talk TRIO!!! Interview with Erick Donlucas - Scholar Contact for the C4E Program at Colorado State University and TRIO Talent Search Alum.
Sound Engineer and Transition Music: John Russell
Producer: Amelia Castañeda
Executive Producer and Host: Juan Rivas
Intro Music: "Morning Lights" by Niwel https://soundcloud.com/niwel-516897768 Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/morning-lights Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/owCr1X6lDvseda
Interview w/ Spencer Hall, a student at Colorado State University and participant of the TRIO Academic Advancement Center. Listen to Spencer's story as he navigates being a first generation student and finding a path to college. Hear Spencer's amazing story of perseverance and determination. Be inspired by Spencer's words of acceptance and adjusting to cultures different from our own.
Executive Producer: Juan Rivas
Producer: Amelia Castaneda
Sound Technician Advisor: John Russell
Honorary Members: Scott Kendall and Rodrick Chambers
Beats by: Makhai Beats, track titled "Waves"
Interview with Trina Walley, Director of Student Support Services at Clovis Community College
We discuss her program, the participants, and the challenges of being a first generation college student. Trina also discusses the state of TRIO programs and the impacts it continues to make on college campuses.
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Executive Producer and Host: Juan Rivas
Producer: Amelia Castaneda
Sound/Technical Assistance: John Russell
Honorary Members: Scott Kendall and Rodrick Chambers
Interview with Dylan, a participant of the Academic Advancement Center at Colorado State University.
Introduction: Amelia Castaneda
Transition/Filler Music: John Russell
Commentary: Juan Rivas
TRIO Day in Denver!
Interviews (in order of appearance):
Mitch (Staff for TRIO Academic Advancement Center - Colorado State University)
Kacelyn (Student for TRIO Student Support Services - Colorado Mountain College)
Damon (Student for TRIO Upward Bound and Student Support Services - Colorado Mountain College)
Monica (Student for TRIO Student Support Services - Colorado Mountain College)
Dio (Student for TRIO Upward Bound - Westminster High School)
Anahi (Student for TRIO Student Support Services - Metro State University)
Allie (President, Colorado Chapter of ASPIRE)
Kathia (Student for TRIO Student Support Services)
Tia (TRIO Student Support Services - Aims Community College in Greeley)
Marisela (TRIO Student Support Services)
Daniel (TRIO Student Support Services - Front Range Community College)
Angelica (TRIO Upward Bound)
Annie (TRIO Student Support Services - Colorado Mountain College)
Acknowledgements: Scott Kendall and Rodrick Chambers (advisors), John Russell (audio engineer and tech support), Amelia Castaneda (producer), and Juan Rivas (executive producer/host).
Special Thanks: Council for Opportunity in Education (COE), Colorado TRIO programs, and Colorado Chapter of ASPIRE (CCA)
Introductions: Amelia Castaneda
Commentary: Juan Rivas
Interviews (in order of appearance): Ally (Student, CSU TRIO Talent Search and Academic Advancement Center), Orelly (CSU TRIO Upward Bound alum); Sylvia (CSU TRIO Talent Search Alum and CSU Employee); Carla (CSU TRIO Upward Bound and CSU Employee); Zulitza (Zuli), Jasmine, and Mari (TRIO Talent Search Alumni); Sean (CSU TRIO Upward Bound Director) and Carolina (CSU TRIO Upward Bound alum and CSU Employee w/ TRIO Upward Bound); Tyler (CSU TRIO Academic Advancement Center); Kaila (CSU TRIO Academic Advancement Center and Fostering Success Program).
Closing Commentary: Juan Rivas
Acknowledgements: Rodrick Chambers and Scott Kendall (advisors), John Russell (Audio Engineer and Tech Specialist), Amelia Castaneda (Producer), Juan Rivas (Executive Producer/Host)
Special Thanks: Colorado State University's Access Center, Council of Opportunity in Education (COE) and the TRIO programs at Colorado State University
In this episode:
Program updates
Kayla Tejada - TRIO Talent Search Alum (Interview)
Acknowledgements: Juan Rivas (Host and Executive Producer), Amelia Castaneda (Producer), John Russell (Audio Specialist), Scott Kendall (advisor), and Rodrick Chambers (advisor)
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First Generation Panel
- Panelists: Dr. Oscar Felix, Dr. Paul Thayer, Marilyn Thayer, and Andrea Reeve
- Intro Music by: Makaih Beats (https://makaihbeats.net/about)
- Transition Music by: John Russell
- Audio Equipment and Recording: John Russell
In this episode: Dr. Oscar Felix - Associate Vice-President for Diversity at Colorado State University
- Music by Makaih Beats (https://makaihbeats.net/about)
- Contributors: Rodrick Chambers (Honorary Co-Host), Scott Kendall (Tech Advisor), John Russell (Tech Advisor), and Amelia Castaneda (Producer)
- Underwriter: University of Northern Colorado Graduate Programs
First Generation Event at Colorado State University – LIVE Broadcast from the Lory Student Center Plaza
In order of appearance:
-Dr. Oscar Felix (Associate VP for the Office of the Vice President for Diversity and Emcee) -Saul (CSU Student) -Jose Olivo (CSU Staff for TRIO Upward Bound 2017) -Fiona (CSU Student) -Shivon Pontious (CSU Staff for the Honors Program) -Nyalette (CSU Student) -Yulissa (CSU Student) -Karen (CSU Student) -Karina (CSU Student) -Jennifer (CSU Student) -Rosa (CSU staff for INTO Programs) -Claudia (CSU Grad Student) -Joseph “JoJo” (CSU Student) -Andrea (CSU Student) -Barb Musselwhite (CSU Alum/Former Staff, First Gen Award, C4E) -Jesus (CSU Student) -Carla (CSU Grad Student) -Diana (CSU Student) -Dulce (CSU Student) -Kayla (CSU Student) -Xochitl (CSU Student) -Zuleyka (CSU Student) -Eva (CSU Student) -Samantha (CSU Student) -Roman (CSU Student) -Tabitha (CSU Student) -Tiara (CSU Staff) -Sophia (CSU Student) -Eileen (CSU Student) -Addie Elliot (CSU Instructor and Assistant Dean for Student Success) -Jessica (CSU Student) -Carmen Rivera (CSU Staff – Talent Manager for the Vice President for Student Affairs and PHD Candidate) -Tasha (CSU Student) -Jacob (CSU Student) -Annie (CSU Student) -Anthony (CSU Student) -Reed (CSU Student) -Andrea Reeve (Council of Opportunity in Education, Advocate for TRIO programs)
- Introduction/Welcome
- Underwriter
- Spoons (thank you for the speedy lunch!)
- TRIO Academic Advancement Center
- Find us on Patreon! Please click on this link: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=12832613
- LIVE Stream on YouTube for the National First Generation Event at the Lory Student Center at CSU
- Interview: Amelia Castañeda - Retention Specialist for TRIO Academic Advancement Center
- Closing
- Acknowledgements: Rodrick Chambers (Honorary Co-Host), Scott Kendall (Tech Advisor), and BenSound.com for providing Royalty Free music.
- Thank you ALL TRIO programs
Interview with Victoria Smith - Director of Student Support Services at University of Alaska in Fairbanks; TRIO Alum for Student Support Services and Upward Bound Math/Science
Underwriter: None
Acknowledgements:
- Rodrick Chambers - Programming Advisor and Honorary Co-Host
- Scott Kendall - Tech Advisor
- BenSound.com - "Higher"
Interview with José Valdez - Undeclared Advisor for Colorado State University and TRIO Alum
-Introduction
-Update on the "Political Podcast"
-Getting in touch with Juan to be featured in "Let's Talk TRIO
-No underwriter for this episode
-Thank you...
- Rodrick Chambers - honorary co-host and contributor
- Scott Kendall - tech advisor
- BenSound.com - "Getting Higher" - Royalty Free Music
In this podcast, Juan discusses the PROSPER Act and how it could impact TRIO programs. A slight look into his own experiences as both a student and staff member of TRIO programs.
- Introduction
- Underwriter: None
- Guest: None
- PROSPER Act and What That Means for TRIO
- Closing Thoughts
- Acknowledgements
- Rodrick Chambers - Honorary Co-Host and Advisor
- Scott Kendall - Advisor
- BenSound.com - Royalty Free Music
Let's Talk TRIO Podcast for June 13, 2018.
- Introduction
- Guest: Galeth Bolaños - Colorado State University TRIO Academic Advancement Center and TRIO Alum
- Closing Thoughts
- Underwriters
- Acknowledgements:
- Rodrick Chambers - Honorary Co-Host and Advisor
- Scott Kendall - Tech Support and Advisor
- BenSound.com - Royalty Free Music
Episode 4 of Let's Talk TRIO!
Caution to the Listener: The guest is recounting traumatic aspects of their lives, for the sake of her story...and the full context of her journey...the interview was left mostly unedited. There are parts of this interview you may find distressing or unsettling...listener discretion is advised.
- Introduction
- Underwriter: None
- Guest: Rebecca Scott, Student Support Services Alum from Northeastern A&M College and student at University of Arkansas
- Closing Thoughts
- Be an underwriter for Let's Talk TRIO
- How to be a Guest on the Podcast
- Next week's guest: Galeth Bolanos, current staff member for the TRIO Academic Advancement Center (AAC)
- Acknowledgements...
- Rodrick Chambers - Honorary co-host and advisor
- Scott Kendall - Tech Support and advisor
- Music by BenSound.com - Royalty Free Music
- Underwritten by the Southwest Association of Student Assistance Programs (SWASAP)
- Interview with Rodrick Chambers
- Closing Thoughts
- Next guest: Rebecca Scott, TRIO Alum (Student Support Services)
Episode 2 for "Let's Talk TRIO." In this show:
- New Podcast Home: PodBean.com
- Underwritten
- Interview with Daniela Garcia, TRIO Alum from the Upward Bound at Eastern New Mexico University-Roswell and Student Support Services Program at Eastern New Mexico University
- Closing Thoughts
- Next episode - Wednesday, May 30th
- Acknowledgements
- Rodrick Chambers - Honorary Co-Host and Program Advisor
- Scott Kendall - Tech Support and Program Advisor
- Music provided by BenSound.com - Royalty Free Music
Welcome to the "Let's Talk TRIO" Podcast. In this episode:
- Purpose of the "Let's Talk TRIO" Podcast
- Juan Rivas "My Experience with TRIO"
- Closing Thoughts