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Make the LeapEmpowering Foster Children: The Ross Last-Dollar Grant for Foster ChildrenCurious about how a debt-free education could transform the lives of foster children? In this episode of "Make the Leap," Brad Constant, George Grayeb, and Kristen Beal introduce the Ross Last-Dollar Grant for Foster Children, a last-dollar grant initiative that ensures foster children can attend Ross without tuition fees or student debt. Listen as George shares eye-opening statistics about the financial challenges faced by foster children and explains how this program seeks to mitigate those obstacles, providing not just financial relief but also academic support and tutoring. Ross's commitment to students extends beyond graduation, aiming to equip them with...
2024-08-2117 minMake the LeapBridging the Digital Divide: Meeting Students Where They AreCan unequal access to technology create insurmountable barriers for low-income students, further widening the socioeconomic divide? Join hosts Brad Constant and George Grayeb on Make the Leap as we tackle this pressing issue head-on. In this episode, we explore the profound impact of the digital divide on low-income students, particularly in online and hybrid learning environments. With special guest Dr. Rhonda Baughman from Ross College Online, we dive into the challenges these students face, from the lack of reliable internet to the absence of functional devices, and how these hurdles limit their educational experiences and future prospects....
2024-06-1233 minMake the LeapA Journey: From Medical Assistant to Student AdvocateHost George Grayeb is joined by Rochelle Hoskins to discuss Rochelle's journey to becoming a Medical Assistant, career path after graduation, passion for student success, and desire to help people find the resources they need to succeed.We’d love to hear from! Send us a message or topic idea.Stay up to date on Make the Leap by following us on our website, rosspodcast.com, Facebook and LinkedIn.
2023-07-1924 minMake the LeapA Complex Triangle: The Intersection of Religion, Education and PovertyHost George Grayeb is joined by Randy Wassink, a co-leader at Keystone Community Church in Ada, MI. The pair discuss the intersection of religion, education and poverty.We’d love to hear from! Send us a message or topic idea.Stay up to date on Make the Leap by following us on our website, rosspodcast.com, Facebook and LinkedIn.
2023-06-1545 minMake the LeapChild Poverty- Education Against All OddsHost George Grayeb is joined by Danielle Millman, President at Otter Learning, to discuss the importance of education in overcoming poverty and the education obstacles that impede social mobility.We’d love to hear from! Send us a message or topic idea.Stay up to date on Make the Leap by following us on our website, rosspodcast.com, Facebook and LinkedIn.
2022-12-1252 minMake the LeapWhen a Good Thing Goes Bad: College Students and Digital PovertyRoss' George Grayeb is joined by Kathy Lueckeman, a higher education professional, Salesforce MVP, and experienced leader in closing the digital divide. The pair discuss multiple aspects and obstacles faced by students lacking digital resources.
2022-10-3147 minMake the LeapOver 2.9 Million Students Start College. Who Graduates?One in eight low-income students earns a degree or professional certification. Why is being poor an impediment to getting the education that gets you out of poverty?Join host George Grayeb and guest Micaela Alpers, Chief Business Officer at Career EDGE, as they discuss poverty, education and the struggle the poor have with getting the education they deserve.We’d love to hear from! Send us a message or topic idea.Stay up to date on Make the Leap by following us on our website, rosspodcast.com, Facebook and LinkedIn.
2022-09-131h 11Make the LeapStudent Loans, Value of College & Options for ReformRoss' George Grayeb chats with Tom Netting, an experienced public policy advisor working in higher education legislative and regulatory affairs. The pair discuss student loans, the value of college and options for reform.We’d love to hear from! Send us a message or topic idea.Stay up to date on Make the Leap by following us on our website, rosspodcast.com, Facebook and LinkedIn.
2022-06-291h 09Make the LeapSuhir Alejeli - The Education of an ImmigrantIn this episode our own George Grayeb chats with Ross student Suhir Alejeli, an immigrant from Libya, about her experience and education.We’d love to hear from! Send us a message or topic idea.Stay up to date on Make the Leap by following us on our website, rosspodcast.com, Facebook and LinkedIn.
2022-03-3025 minMake the LeapPoverty to Prison: Relationship between education and incarcerationIn this episode we listen to a conversation between Ross’ George Grayeb and Buddy Hoskinson, the Executive Director for Kentucky’s Unemployment Insurance and Chairman of the Unemployment Insurance Commission under the Kentucky Labor Cabinet. The pair discuss poverty, inequality and incarceration.We’d love to hear from! Send us a message or topic idea.Stay up to date on Make the Leap by following us on our website, rosspodcast.com, Facebook and LinkedIn.
2022-02-2843 minMake the LeapThe Role of Education in Overcoming PovertyIn this episode we listen to a conversation between Ross’ George Grayeb and India Tips of ABHES as they discuss India’s background, the role of education in overcoming poverty and other factors that impact social mobility.We’d love to hear from! Send us a message or topic idea.Stay up to date on Make the Leap by following us on our website, rosspodcast.com, Facebook and LinkedIn.
2022-01-2436 min