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The Way to College PodcastEp. 190 - Maria Jose CookMaria Jose Cook moved to the U.S. at 14, undocumented and uncertain about her future. Today, Maria is the Associate Director at ISPOR and travels the world connecting leaders in healthcare. In this episode, Maria shares how self-advocacy, grit, and staying true to her values helped her build a fulfilling life and career. A must-listen for anyone navigating uncertainty or carving out their unique path. Let's jump in.#podcast #healthcare #journey #nonprofit #latina #latinaleadership #story 2025-06-1641 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Ep 173 - Jose Navarro Part IIThis week on, The Way to College Podcast, I am joined again by Dr. Jose Navarro. This is the second part of our conversation and in this episode Dr. Navarro talks about navigating graduate school and his post-graduate career pathway. If you've ever thought about teaching in higher education, check out this enlightening conversation. Let's go! #podcast #thewaytocollegepodcast #journey #graduateschool #gradstudies #education #latino #chicano #highered 2025-01-1353 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Ep 172 - Jose Navarro, PhD - From East LA to Academia
This week on The Way to College Podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Jose Navarro, Chair of the Ethnic Studies Department at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. Despite his impressive academic achievements, Jose’s path to success was far from straightforward. In this episode, we delve into his inspiring journey from growing up in the Ramona Gardens housing projects of East Los Angeles to becoming a respected scholar and educator. Tune in to hear how determination, resilience, and a passion for education shaped Jose’s remarkable story.
2025-01-0657 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Dr. Jose Martinez - College Instructor and Migrant AdvocateHappy Tuesday, friends! My guest on this week's episode of the podcast is Dr. Jose L. Martinez. He's held many hats professionally, yet the one thing that ties all of them together is his commitment to students. As a 4th generation migrant farmworker, Jose is all too familiar with the struggles migrant students face as they travel through the educational pipeline. Check out his journey on this week's episode and join us on Thursday, October 5th, when Jose and I will discuss how to best support migrant students on the next episode in our College 411 Series. #migrants #migrantstudents #education #journey...2023-10-0357 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Ambar ChavezMy guest on this week's episode of The Way to College Podcast is Ambar Chavez. Ambar is an attorney in the tech field and she was kind enough to share her journey as a first-generation college student with us. She has a great story and offers up plenty of advice for other first-generation students and aspiring attorneys. Check it out! #podcast #firstgen #stanford #lawschool #attorney #latina #journey #college #story2023-08-231h 05The Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Dr. Vanessa de LeonHappy Wednesday, friends! My guest on this week's episode of The Way to College Podcast is Dr. Vanessa de Leon. Dr. de Leon is an Assistant Professor in Educational Psychology, Leadership, and Counseling at Texas Tech University. She is originally from the Rio Grande Valley, but her journey took her to Lubbock and Texas Tech. Check out her story and don't forget to share the podcast. #podcast #education #college #journey #story #latina #latinx #956 #texastech #utpa #bilingual #2023-08-1640 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Jaime ManchaHappy Wednesday, friends! I have a new episode of the podcast for you. This week, my guest is Jaime Mancha. Jaime is one of my colleagues and fellow consultant. He is a university instructor, veteran, and former high school teacher. Jaime was kind enough to share his journey because like so many of my guests, his journey has been anything but a straight line. Check it out! #podcast #journey #college #PSJA #texaslonghorns #utrgv #consultant #journalist #veteran #navy2023-08-0949 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Career Conversations - Community CollegesOn this week's episode of the podcast, I've invited two previous guests back. Dr. Lisa Cardoza and Sara Lozano. Lisa is the new President of American River College in California and Sara is the Dean of Business, Public Safety, and Technology at South Texas College. Check out this week's episode as we discuss the role of community colleges in preparing students for work. #podcast #work #communitycolleges #journey #technology #health #southtexascollege #americanrivercollege #college #highered2023-08-0252 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Veronica JuarezMy guest on this week's episode of The Way to College Podcast, Veronica Juarez, was recently recognized as a "Game changer in VC." I couldn't think of a more appropriate description given her work and her experience. Regardless of where Veronica finds herself, she is definitely a game-changer. Check out her educational and professional journey. #education #stanford #houston #latina #college #venturecapital #startup #tech2023-07-251h 03The Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Maxine SaenzA new week means a new episode of the podcast. Check out this week's episode with my guest, Maxine Saenz. Maxine is a realtor and builder in San Antonio, TX. She has a great story and I'm so glad she took time out of her busy schedule to share it. Check it out! #podcast #story #realtor #riograndecity #education #rgv #construction2023-07-1754 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Raul ValdezMy guest on this week's episode of the podcast is Raul Valdez. Raul is a high school principal in South Texas and is currently pursuing his doctorate in education. Raul shares his story and offers some timely advice for students and professionals trying to manage their busy lives. #podcast #journey #migrant #college #firstgen #montealto #raymondville #edcouchelsa #utpa #education #story2023-07-1149 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Dr. Alyssa CavazosWelcome to a new season of The Way to College Podcast. My first guest is Dr. Alyssa Cavazos. Dr. Cavazos is an instructor in the Writing and Language Studies Program at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley and is the director of the university's Center for Teaching Excellence. She has a powerful and inspiring story and I'm honored that she took the time to share her story with me and our listeners. Check it out! #college #journey #firstgen #latina #mexicana #immigrant #language #education #utrgv2023-07-031h 04The Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Dr. Marlene GalvanMy guest on this week's episode of The Way to College Podcast is Dr. Marlene Galvan. Marlene is the Director of the Writing Center at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Marlene is originally from Monte Alto, and shares her educational journey, from her early memories with her grandmother to her experiences in college and graduate school. Check out Marlene's story. #podcast #journey #montealto #utpa #utrgv #education #college #edcouchelsa #phd #life2023-05-0857 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Office Hours with Orlando LaraThis week we have another episode of Office Hours with Dr. Jay. In this episode, I visit with Orlando Lara. Orlando is currently working on his Ph.D. and is conducting research in South Texas. Check out Orlando's story and how he came to his research. For more information on Orlando's study, please click on the link below. #podcast #story #phd #latino #latinx #education #educacion #doctoral #dissertation #stanford
https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10112229992917959&set=a.10100428334850329&type=32023-05-0151 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Dr.Nidia NevarezHappy Monday, friends! My guest on this week's episode of the podcast is Dr. Nidia Nevarez. She is a family medicine physician with Socorro ISD. She has a wonderful story and I'm happy to share it with everyone. Check out what happened when a teacher told her she didn't think she had what it took to become a doctor. #doctor #socorroisd #utep #latina #education #educacion #health #wellness #physician2023-04-2449 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Pepe SernaMy guest on this week's episode is probably most well-known for his role in Scarface, but he has been in countless films and series. His name is Pepe Serna. Unlike many of my guests, Pepe didn't go to college, but that doesn't make his journey any less important. What I learned in the conversation was Pepe's life has been one learning experience after another. I learned about life, work, and finding meaning in the things we do. It was an honor and pleasure to listen to and now share Pepe's story. Check it out! #podcast #journey #life #chicano #hollywood #actor...2023-04-171h 08The Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Jatzin AlvaradoIt's a new week and a new episode of The Way to College Podcast. My guest this week is Jatzin Alvarado. Jatzin is a freelance event organizer. What is a freelance event organizer and is it something Jatzin always knew she wanted to do? Check out this week's episode to find out. #podcast #stanford #elpaso #eventorganizing #latina #latinx #college #journey #story2023-04-101h 01The Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Dr. Cassie RinconesHappy Monday! My guest on this week's podcast is Dr. Cassie Rincones. She is the Hispanic Serving Institution Director at Texas A&M University and like so many of my guests she has a great story. Check it out! #podcast #journey #weslaco #stc #tamu #hsi2023-04-0352 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Dr. Jonathan LealOn this week's episode of The Way to College Podcast, I am joined by Dr. Jonathan Leal. Jonathan is an Assistant Professor of English at USC. As an accomplished musician, teaching at a University wasn't always part of his plan. Check out this story. #podcast #journey #usc #stanford #unt #edcouchelsa #music2023-03-2740 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Carlo Flores - Legislative CorrespondentIt's a new week and a new season of The Way to College Podcast. My guest this week is Carlo Flores. Carlo is a Legislative Correspondent and shares his journey. Check it out and don't forget to share and rate! #podcast #UTPA #UTRGV #college #highered #journey #chci2023-03-2045 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Hector Reyna - Deputy Superintendent Socorro ISDOn this week's episode of The Way to College Podcast, I'm joined by Mr. Hector Reyna. He is the Deputy Superintendent at Socorro ISD. Check out how he went from working in the fields as a migrant one summer to working at NASA less than two years later. #podcast #migrant #NASA #mission #story #journey #education #highered #college #technicalschool2023-03-0645 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Jimmy ChavezMy guest on this week's podcast is Jimmy Chavez. Jimmy is involved in a couple of different ventures, but like so many of my guests, his path has been anything but a straight line. Check out his episode and don't forget to share. #podcast #journey #education #lifelessons #stanford #college #highered2023-02-2751 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - La’Tonya ”LT” Rease MilesIt's Monday and that means a new episode of The Way to College Podcast. My guest this week is La'Tonya "LT" Rease Miles. She is the Director of University Partnerships for ReUp Education and is a champion for first-generation students. As a first-generation student, she understands the challenges these students face as they navigate their educational journeys. She has an amazing story. Check it out and don't forget to share and rate. #podcast #firstgen #college #highered #journey #story2023-02-2055 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Jonathon VasquezGood morning! My guest this week is Jonathon Vasquez. Jonathon is a GEAR UP Coordinator with Vanguard Charter Schools. Like so many of my guests, Jonathon's journey has been anything but a straight line. In fact, college was never part of his plan when he was in school. Listen to his story to learn more about his journey and how he is using his story to help other students find their way forward. #podcast #journey #highered #college #stc #utrgv #story2023-02-1342 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Dr. Sergio BarreraIt has been a minute but there is a new episode of The Way to College Podcast. My guest this week is Dr. Sergio Barrera. Sergio is a post doc fellow at The University of Texas at Austin. What exactly is a post doc and why did Sergio choose to go this route. College was not always a part of the plan, but check out his story to see what inspired his post-secondary journey. #podcast #journey #postdoc #utaustin #utrgv #utpa #rgv #956 #michigan2023-02-061h 12The Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Coach Victor CardenasA few weeks ago one of my guests, Dr. Felipe Hinojosa shared that he wanted to be a high school football coach when he was in college. Becoming a coach is something a lot of kids aspire to be. So on this week's episode of The Way to College Podcast, my guest is Victor Cardenas. Victor is the head football coach for my alma mater, the Edcouch-Elsa Yellowjackets. Like all my guests Victor has a wonderful story. Check it out and don't forget to share. #podcast #edcouchelsa #lamaquinaamarilla #utsa #college #education #highered #migrant #texashsfootball #journey #success #dreams2023-01-1626 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Anthony MarquezHappy Monday! A new week means a new podcast. My guest this week is Anthony Marquez. Anthony is a cloud security expert and he has a great story which includes growing up on a Native American reservation and the importance of education in his family. Check out his story and don't forget to share. #podcast #education #nativeamerican #expectations #failure #struggle #college #highered #stanford #journey2023-01-0957 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Luz HerreraThis week we have a new episode of The Way to College Podcast. My guest this week is Luz Herrera. Luz is the Associate Dean for Experiential Education at Texas A & M School of Law. She has had a wonderful journey and I'm so happy to be sharing it with you. Check it out! #podcast #journey #texasaggies #stanford #bilingual #latina #attorney #lawschool2023-01-0247 minThe Way to College PodcastOffice Hours with Dr. Melissa AbeytaThis week, we have another special episode of The Way to College Podcast's Office Hours with Dr. Jay. My guest is Dr. Melissa Abeyta. She shares her scholarly work and discusses her new podcast Scholar Homies. Check it out and be sure to check out her podcast. #podcast #scholar #homies #latina #utrgv #research #equity2022-12-191h 00The Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Dr. Felipe HinojosaOn this week's episode of The Way to College Podcast, my guest is Dr. Felipe Hinojosa. He is the Assistant Provost for HSI Initiatives Director of the Carlos H. Cantú Hispanic Education & Opportunity Endowment and Professor at Texas A&M University. Check out Dr. Hinojosa's story and learn how he went from a struggling first-year college student to find his way to Professor of History at Texas A&M University. #journey #brownsville #border #southtexas #texasaggies #latinx #college #highered2022-12-121h 05The Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Chef NadiaIt's a new week and we are back with a new episode of The Way to College Podcast. On this week's episode, my guest is Chef Nadia Casaperalta. Chef Nadia shares her educational and professional journey while offering some outstanding pieces of advice for our listeners. Check it out! #podcast #edcouchelsa #kalamazoocollege #southtexascollege #culinaryarts #latina #latinx #lgbtq #journey #happiness2022-12-0558 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Dayna Cobarrubias - Diversity and Inclusion AdvocateAfter a week off, we are back with a new episode of The Way to College Podcast. My guest this week is Dayna Cobarrubias. Dayna is a diversity and inclusion advocate based in Los Angeles. She worked for many years with Teach for America and now works in entertainment. Like all of my guests, Dayna has a great story. Check it out and don't forget to follow, subscribe, and please rate the podcast. #podcast #latinx #chicana #stanford #losangeles #lifereset #diversityandinclusion #passion #mission2022-11-1444 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Cecilia BalliGood Monday morning! My guest this week on the podcast is Cecilia Balli. Cecilia is a freelance journalist and consultant. She is originally from Browsnville, and her journey is a fascinating one. Check it out. #podcast #journalist #writer #storyteller #brownsville #stanford #rice2022-10-3138 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Jesus VazquezHappy Monday! This week my guest on the podcast is Dr. Jesus Vazquez. Dr. Vazquez, who is originally from Los Angeles, shares his educational and professional journey with me. Check it out! #podcast #latino #stanford #harvard #doctor #losangeles #journey #education2022-10-2441 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Nic Cha KimIt's Monday so that means there's a new episode of The Way to College Podcast. My guest this week is storyteller, Nic Cha Kim. Nic is the Senior Producer of Arts and Culture with KCET and PBS SoCal. Check out Nic's journey and see why he says his educational journey didn't begin until he was 35. Nic has a great story and I'm eager to share it with you. #journey #koreanamerican #Berkeley #losangeles #storyteller #filmmaker #journalist #publictelevision #artist2022-10-1747 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Margie LongoriaI'm back with a new episode of The Way to College Podcast. My guest this week is Margarita Longoria. She is a librarian and author. She was gracious enough to share a bit of her story with me and talked briefly about her most recent publication, Living Beyond Borders, a collection of short stories and poetry about growing up along the U.S.-Mexico border. Check it out! #frontera #college #highered #journey #borders #latina #latinx2022-10-1144 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Office Hours with Dr. JayThis week, I'm introducing a new segment to the podcast that I'm calling, Office Hours with Dr. Jay. My guests often have so much to share, so in these special episodes, we'll go deeper into the work my guests do. My first episode is with Dr. Luis-Genaro Garcia. He was recently featured on the podcast, but as we were concluding our interview we wanted to continue our conversation and talk more about his artwork. Here's the episode. Enjoy! #art #officehours #passion #purpose #work #create #podcast #latinx2022-10-0458 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Jose SaldivarIt's Monday and that means a new episode of The Way to College Podcast. This week is different from most. In this week's episode, three of my former guests, Dr. Elizabeth Villarreal, Macarena Hernandez, and Nancy Villarreal serve as the hosts and interview me. They wanted to hear my story and thought it best I share my journey with my listeners. Enjoy! #podcast #journey #edcouchelsa #stanford #phd #utrgv #utpa #college #highered #latino2022-09-2659 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast -Gabriel Bermea, Ed.D.It's Monday and that means a new episode of The Way to College Podcast. My guest this week is Dr. Gabriel Bermea. He is a Senior Research Analyst with Excelencia in Education. What is Excelencia in Education and what exactly does a senior research analyst do, I'm glad you asked. Check out this week's episode to find out and learn more about Dr. Bermea's educational and professional journey. #journey #excelencia #advising #latino #latinx #research #policy #education #highered #college2022-09-191h 12The Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Selina MartinezIt's Monday and that means a fresh episode of The Way to College Podcast. This week, my guest is Selina Martinez. Selina is the Director of Product Management at Core Spaces. I know, you're probably wondering, what's product management, or maybe that's just me. Either way, check out this episode to learn about Selina's journey from Edcouch, Texas to Stanford University and what she's learned along her journey. She has some great advice. #podcast #edcouchelsa #productmanagement #productdesign #stanford #rgv #corespaces #family #college #highered #journey #lifelessons2022-09-1251 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Mayra Olivares-UruetaThis week, I'm joined by Dr. Mayra Olivares-Urueta. She is the Executive in Residence and Director of the Bill J. Priest Center for Community College Education at the University of North Texas. She has an amazing journey and though she has already accomplished so much, hearing her story again reminded me that she is really just getting started. Check it out! #journey #podcast #sanantonio #universityofoklahoma #northtexas #chicana #latina #tache #inspiration #language2022-09-061h 02The Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Christina Cavazos-EscamillaThis week, my guest on The Way to College Podcast is Christina Cavazos Escamilla. She is a principal with IDEA Public Schools, but Christina didn't always see herself becoming a principal. Like so many of my guests, her journey hasn't followed a straight line. Listen to the podcast to get Christina's story. #podcast #journey #college #highered #grinnellcollege #edcouchelsa #equity #ideapublicschools #principal2022-08-2943 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Dr. Eric PosadaMy guest on this week's podcast wears many hats. Dr. Eric Posada is a faculty member at Angelo State University and is their Director of Choral Activities. The McAllen native also leads Pasion, a professional chorus based in the Rio Grande Valley. Did he know he always wanted to pursue a career in music? How did his parents feel about him pursuing music? Check out this week's episode for Dr. Posada's story. #podcast #chorus #texastech #music #journey #resilience #rgv #pasion #angelostate2022-08-2251 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Dr. Luis Genaro GarciaA new week means a new episode of The Way to College Podcast. My guest this week is Dr. Luis-Genaro Garcia. He is an art professor at Sacramento State University, but according to Dr. Garcia, college was not always a part of his plan. Join us as Dr. Garcia takes us through those critical moments of his educational and professional journey. #podcast #journey #life #art #LA #sacstate #keepitreal #education #criticalpedagogy #teacher #professor2022-08-151h 08The Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Cesar Barron CastroOn this week's episode of the Way to College Podcast, my guest is Cesar Barron Castro. Cesar owns Barron Engineering. He's had quite the journey, and I am so glad to be able to share it with listeners. Check it out and don't forget to share, subscribe and rate.2022-08-0843 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast with Sabrina Walker-HernandezWelcome to Season 4 of The Way to College Podcast. My first guest to get us started this season is Sabrina Walker-Hernandez. Sabrina has spent over 30 years working in the non-profit sector. She recently started her own consulting firm to help non-profits. She shares her educational and professional journey with us and provides sage advice for those looking to find their way forward. #podcast #coach #nonprofit #faith #service #college #highered2022-08-0145 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Dr. Florencio Urias Aranda Part 2This week, we get the second half of Dr. Flo's story. This time we learn about Dr. Flo's professional journey, where it has taken him, and where he is now. Check it out! #podcast #journey #professional #purpose #college #highered #TCU #TACHE #chicano #Latinx #diversity #inclusion2022-07-0545 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Dr. Florencio Urias ArandaA new week means a new podcast. My guest this week is Dr. Florencio Urias Aranda. Dr. Flo, as he likes to be called, has a fascinating story. One that not even he expected. Today, Dr. Flo is the Assistant Director of Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives at Texas Christian University. Check out the first part of Dr. Flo's journey. #podcast #highered #firstgen #TCU #TexasTech #TACHE #service #speaker #college2022-06-2852 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Sara LozanoMy guest on this week's episode of The Way to College Podcast is Sara Lozano. Sara is originally from Edcouch, Texas, and is currently the Academic Dean for the Division of Business, Public Safety and Technology at South Texas College. Sara didn't plan to go into higher education, but like many of my guests, life has a funny way of putting us where we need to be. Check out Sara's journey in this week's episode. #college #highereducation #journey #Edcouch #EdcouchElsa #Yale #STC #Dean #Latina #Latinx #community2022-06-2147 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College PodcastWelcome to a new episode of The Way to College Podcast. This week my guest is Dr. Nolan Cabrera. Nolan is a Professor in the College of Education at The University of Arizona. Like so many of my guests, Nolan didn't expect to be in higher ed and in fact, started out as an engineering major. Check out his story! #podcast #highered #Stanford #UofA #education #Oregon #UCLA #whiteness #ethnicstudies #MAS2022-06-1453 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Ryan Renteria - The Executive CoachA new week and a new episode of the podcast. My guest this week is Ryan Renteria. Ryan is an executive coach who helps business leaders and professionals maximize their performance. Ryan's journey took him from wall street to the NBA to his current role as an executive coach. Check out his journey and don't forget to follow and share the podcast. #podcast #NBA #Stanford #wallstreet #journey #highered #college #executivecoach2022-06-0643 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Renee Sanchez Leal -After a week off, we're back with a new episode of The Way to College Podcast. This week, my guest is Renee Sanchez Leal. She is the Director of Operations at Society 204, a co-working space in the south Texas, but like many of my guests she does so much more. She has a wonderful story. Check it out and don't forget to share, subscribe and rate the podcast. Also, if you'd like to share your educational and professional journey, please feel free to reach out to me, jlsaldivar12@gmail.com. #podcast #journey #education #highered #society204 #edinburg #montealto #communication #college2022-05-3142 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Maria Fernandez - The Organizational StrategistThis week, my guest on the podcast is my friend and former supervisor, Maria Fernandez. Maria is an organizational strategist and recently started her own consulting firm her business partner, Juarez & Fernandez Consulting. I had a wonderful time reconnecting and am honored to be able to share her story here with my listeners. Check it out and don't forget to share, subscribe and rate. #education #highered #college #immigrant #latina #entrepreneur #Stanford #Harvard #SanAntonio #consultants #nonprofit2022-05-171h 01The Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Olga Cardoso VasquezIt's a new week, which means a new episode of the Way to College Podcast. This week my guest is Olga Cardoso Vasquez. Olga's journey began in Guanajuato, Mexico. Today she is a college readiness counselor with IDEA Public Schools. Like so many of my guests, Olga's path has been anything but a straight line. Listen in as she shares her very powerful and inspiring story. Don't forget to subscribe, follow and rate the podcast. #podcast #inspiring #journey #college #highereducation #immigrant #success #mondaymotivation #motivation #edcouchelsa #mexico #Southwestern2022-05-091h 12The Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Dr. Michelle Cantu-WilsonThis week, my guest is Dr. Michelle Cantu-Wilson. She is the Director of Teaching and Learning Initiatives and Special Projects at San Jacinto College, in Houston, Texas. Michelle is originally from Brownsville and guides us through her educational and professional journey. Check out the episode and don't forget to share, follow and rate the podcast. Thanks for listening! #podcast #latinx #doctora #highereducation #college #sanjacintocollege #leadership #houston #journeys2022-05-0246 minThe Way to College PodcastRaquel PeacockThis week on the podcast, my guest is Raquel Peacock. Raquel is originally from Elsa, Texas. She is a pharmaceutical sales representative but like so many of my guests, her path was fraught with challenges and obstacles. She offers great advice, regardless of where you are at in your journey. Check out her story. #podcast #sales #marketing #Elsa #EdcouchElsa #college #highered #mom2022-04-2554 minThe Way to College PodcastAlvaro Arce - AttorneyA new week and a new episode of The Way to College Podcast. This week, my guest is Alvaro Arce. Alvaro is an attorney and he works for Meta. He works with digital music licensing and has a fascinating story to share with my listeners. #education #college #highereducation #Stanford #Meta #attorney #lawschool2022-04-1841 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Dr. Olivia Aguilar BarronCheck out the latest episode of the podcast. This week my guest is Dr. Olivia Aguilar Barron. Olivia is currently doing her residency at Baylor College of Medicine. She always knew she wanted to be a doctor, but the road to medicine has not been easy. Listen to hear journey and don't forget to subscribe and rate the podcast. And if you like what you hear, please share it with your network. Thank you! #podcast #medicine #college #RiceUniversity #BaylorMed #rgv #highered #firstgen #latina #hispanic #orthopedicsurgeon2022-04-0642 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Sarah Monroy Solis - lawyer, author, motherMy guest this week, is Sarah Monroy Solis. Sarah is an immigration attorney, but she like many of my guests is much more. Listen in as she takes us through her educational and professional journey and offers great advice for anyone aspiring to become an attorney. Also, check out her website www.sarahmonroy.com #podcast #author #speculativefiction #Stanford #attorney #immigration #border #xicana #Gautemaya2022-03-3152 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Feliz Garcia - The EntrepreneurThis week, my guest is Feliz Garcia. Feliz is an entrepreneur, with several successful businesses. His path though was not always so clear. He talks about some of the challenges he faced during his educational and professional journey and offers some great advice for aspiring business owners. Check it out and don't forget to follow, share, subscribe, and rate. #podcast #entrepreneur #smallbusiness #college #highereducation #edcouchelsa #UTPA #life2022-03-2351 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Judge Renee Rodriguez-BetancourtThis week my guest is Judge Renee Rodriguez-Betancourt. She is the Judge for the 449th District Court in Hidalgo, County in Texas. She takes time out of her incredibly busy schedule to share her educational and professional journey with our listeners. She has a great story and provides some wonderful advice. Check it out and don't forget to follow, subscribe, and rate. #podcast #college #highered #UT #HidalgoCounty #judge #education2022-03-1631 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast -Brenda Chavez - The Entertainment AttorneyWe're back with another fresh episode of the podcast. This week my guest is Brenda Chavez. Brenda is an entertainment attorney based in Los Angeles, California. She was kind enough to sit down with me and share her educational and professional journey with me and my listeners. She has a fantastic story, that I'm sure you will enjoy. Check it out and don't forget to share, follow and rate the podcast. #podcast #college #highered #journey #Stanford #Columbia #LA #PicoUnion #firstgen2022-03-1051 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Nancy VillarrealThis week, my guest is, Nancy Villarreal. Nancy is originally from La Joya, Texas. She works for Mission CISD, where she has dutifully served students throughout her professional career. She shares her journey from La Joya to Texas State to Liverpool, England, and eventually back to the Rio Grande Valley and Mission. She has a great story and shares some great advice for our listeners. Check it out! #podcast #RGV #highereducation #college #LaJoya #MissionCISD #TexasState #family #bilingual #Latina2022-02-2348 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - David RiceOn this week's podcast, my guest is David Rice. David is a writer and is most known for his children's books, but is also a screenwriter, motivational speaker, and now an educational consultant. Check out his journey. #college #highered #davidrice #edcouchelsa #author #motivation2022-02-1739 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Gustavo PerezThis week, my guest is Gustavo Perez. Gustavo works in the educational technology field, but his journey has not been without its challenges. Listen to the episode and find out why Gustavo always felt like his education was never guaranteed. #podcast #journey #firstgen #EastPaloAlto #determination #Stanford #CollegeBoard #college #highered2022-02-0948 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Dr. Alma MartinezMy guest this week is Dr. Alma Martinez. You may know Dr. Martinez from her role as Lupita on the Netflix show, Gentefied. She was so gracious in offering to share her educational and professional journey with us. I found myself doing much more listening than usual. She is a wonderful storyteller and I hope you enjoy hearing her story as much as I did. #podcast #Gentefied #actress #Latinx #Chicana #college #journey #firstgen #USC #Stanford2022-01-2647 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Marlene Guerrero PluaMy guest this week is Marlene Guerrero Plua. It's hard to pin down what Marlene does because she is involved in a variety of things and she has a fascinating story. I've known Marlene since she was a high school student and I am so excited to share her story with you. Check it out! #firstgen #Latinx #college #highered #podcast #EdcouchElsa #llanogrande2022-01-191h 08The Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Dr. Alma FloresAnother week and another new episode of the podcast. This week, my guest is Dr. Alma Flores. She's an Assistant Professor at Sacramento State University. She has a wonderful story and is eager to share her story with our guests. Listen and enjoy and don't forget to subscribe and share. Also, if there's someone out there who you think has a story to share, please let me know. #college #highered #UCLA #SacState #firstgen #parents #journey #Latinx #PhD #McNair2022-01-1249 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Maryann PinonHappy New Year! Our first episode of the new year features, Maryann Pinon. Maryann is the owner of The Grind Coffee Shop in Edinburg, Texas. Maryann was gracious enough to take time out of her very busy schedule to sit down with me and share her personal, educational, and professional journey. If it sounds like the episode was recorded in a coffee shop, it's because it was. Check it out! #podcast #coffee #college #mentalhealth #education2022-01-0539 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College PodcastThis week, my guest is Nicole Sandoval. Nicole is a nurse practitioner in Los Angeles, Ca. Did she always know she wanted to be a nurse? And how does her career fit with her purpose. Nicole walks us through her educational and professional journey and shares some valuable tips throughout the interview. Check it out! Don't forget to subscribe and share. #college #Stanford #UCLA #nursepractitioner #highered #purpose2021-12-1640 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Aldo KingThis week my guest on the podcast is Aldo King. Aldo is originally from Brownsville, Texas and he shares his journey from Brownsville to Stanford to Google to Facebook. He offers some valuable insight and shares some of the lessons he's learned throughout his journey. Check it out! #podcast #Brownsville #RGV #Stanford #Google #Facebook #college #education #highered2021-12-0838 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Michelle Vallejo - TheMy guest this week is Michelle Vallejo. Michelle is an entrepreneur and self-described eco-system designer/builder. She's candid and open about her journey and I'm excited to be able to share it with our audience. Make sure to share and subscribe to the podcast and be sure you follow Michelle on Instagram @altonprincess. #podcast #rgv #alton #pulgalosportales #college #highered #education #journey #ColumbiaU #hustleandsocialize2021-12-011h 21The Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Fernando Sanchez - The ActorThis week my guest is Fernando Sanchez. Fernando is from the Rio Grande Valley and works in marketing. He's also a young actor looking to make his way in Hollywood. He shares his journey and offers tips for aspiring actors who dream of making it in film. Check it out and don't forget to share, follow and subscribe. #actor #acting #podcast #podcaster #Latinx #dream #college #highered #rgv2021-11-2443 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Season 3 - Ep 1 - Jena Cuellar HarrisGood morning! Start your week off with a cup of wellness and a brand new season of The Way to College Podcast. My first guest is Jena Cuellar Harris or @jena_wellnessactivator for those of you on Instagram. Jena is from Weslaco, Texas and she takes the time to join me and share her educational and professional journey, so far. Check it out and don't forget to follow us on Instagram @thewaytocollege and be sure to subscribe to our podcast. #wellness #podcast #podcastersofinstagram #college #highered #education #goals #latina2021-11-1530 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Carlos - The High School SeniorThis week's podcast is a different. In my spare time I help students with college applications and this week, my guest is one of those students. He asked to join me on the podcast to have a conversation about college, majors and finding the right major. Check it out! #podcast #collegeadmissions #admissions #highered #highschool #story2021-10-2132 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Marcos Silva - The Youth AdvocateThis week, my guest is Marcos Silva. Marcos is an educator, entrepreneur and social entrepreneur. Check out his amazing story. #storyteller #podcast #southtexas #UTPA #IDEA #college #highereducation #latinx #inspirational2021-10-1448 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Angela CarrejoThis week, my guest is Angela Carrejo. Angela is a licensed specialist in school psychology, but she didn't always want to be a school psychologist. Like most of my guests her journey led her down several paths and she is gracious enough to share them with us. Check it out! #highereducation #latinx #latina #utpa #lssp #journey #college #podcast #podcastersofinstagram2021-10-0639 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Edyael Casaperalta - Part 2This week, we continue our conversation with Edyael Casaperalta as she brings her story full circle. Check it out and don't forget to rate and share the podcast. #podcast #podcastersofinstagram #Latinx #firstgen #highered #college #education #immigrant #inspiration2021-09-281h 08The Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Edyael Casaperalta - Rural Community AdvocateThis week, my guest is Edyael Casaperalta. It was such a treat to visit with Edyael and hear her journey. Her story is inspiring and I expect it will inspire others with similar backgrounds to keep pursuing their dreams. Check out part 1 of Edyael's story. #podcast #firstgen #latinx #edcouchelsa #Occidental #highered #college #lawschool #lawyer #inspirational2021-09-221h 09The Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Natalie ArriolaThis week, I am joined by Natalie Arriola. Natalie is the host of the Mujeres In The Know Podcast. She shares her the educational, professional and personal experiences that led to the creation of her podcast. She also shares some great tips for anyone out there interested in starting a podcast or becoming a content creator. Check it out! #podcast #podcastersofinstagram #latina #latinx #RGV #education #highered #UTPA #journalism #inspiration2021-09-1536 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Ana Guerrero - The First Gen AdvocateThis week, my guest is Dr. Ana Guerrero. She recently completed her doctoral work and is a champion for first-generation students. She shares her educational and professional journey and we talk about what's next for her. She offers advice to other first-generation students and talks about her Instagram account which is dedicated to offering advice and tips for first-generation students. Check out this week's podcast and don't forget to follow her on Instagram, @firstgen_resilience #podcast #firstgen #college #highered #inspiration #journey #resilience #phd #latina #latinx2021-09-0756 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Alex Quiros - Dr. QuThis week my guest is Dr. Alex Quiros. Alex is gracious enough to share his educational journey beginning with his early years growing up in Houston, Texas, to his time in college and graduate school. Like many of my guests his journey is anything but traditional. Throughout the interview he offers wonderful bits of advice about school and life. Check it out! #podcast #podcasters #highered #journey #education #college #gradschool #interships #mentors #mentorship #TexasA&M2021-08-261h 16The Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Lorry Palacios - The Managing DirectorThis week, I visit with my friend, Lorry Palacios-Germain. Lorry and I revisit her educational and professional journey and discuss some of the challenges along the way, including raising a family, and being comfortable with leaving home. Check out the podcast and don't forget to subscribe and share. #latina #latinx #Stanford #family #journey #highereducation #college #professional #inspirational2021-08-1844 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Laura Garza - The Physical TherapistThis week I visit with Laura Garza, PT, DPT, as she talks about her educational journey, navigating college and graduate school and finding her way as a physical therapist. I have a feeling this is going to be part 1 of plenty additional episodes because Laura is just getting started on her professional journey. Check it out. #podcast #journey #physicaltherapist #latina #UTPA #college #highereducation #graduateschool2021-08-1220 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Rolando Longoria - The SociologistThis week, my guest is college instructor and sociologist, Dr. Rolando Longoria. Like all of my guests, Rolando shares his educational journey, and like all of my guests, we continue to see that everyone's journey is different. Check out this week's episode with Dr. Rolando Longoria. Don't forget to follow, like and subscribe. #education #Latinx #LGBTQ #intersectionality #college #highereducation #inspiration #teaching2021-08-0350 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Camelia Rubalcada - The UnderdogThis week, my guest is Camelia Rubalcada. Camelia shares her unlikely journey from being an underdog as a student to now being an advocate for other underdogs. It's a great interview. Check it out and don't forget to follow, share and rate the podcast. #podcast #journey #underdogs #latina #latinx #firstgen #edcouchelsa2021-07-2948 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Mayra Morales-MBA-The Non-Traditional StudentThis week, I visit with Mayra Morales, a Senior Director at Texas Tech Health Science Center in El Paso, Tx. Mayra shares her educational journey as a first-generation and non-traditional student and talks about some of the challenges she had to overcome along the way. As always, please share and subscribe to the podcast. #podcast #firstgeneration #latina #latinx #elpaso #college #highered #inspirational2021-07-1938 minThe Way to College PodcastLeo Lozano - Occupational Therapist and Personal TrainerThis week I am joined by Leo Lozano. Leo is an occupational therapist and personal trainer. He opens up about his educational journey and finding his way as a professional. Make sure you're following our Instagram page @thewaytocollege for updates. Don't forget to "like" and "subscribe" across all of our platforms. #podcast #college #highereducation #occupationaltherapist #journey #personaltrainer2021-07-1244 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Erika Soto Lamb - The ChangemakerThis week I am fortunate to sit down with Erika Soto Lamb. Erika is the Vice President for Social Impact Strategy with Viacom CBS. Erika takes us through her educational experience, from her time growing up along the U.S.-Mexico border in El Paso to her time at Stanford University through the twists and turns of her professional life. Check it out! #podcast #socialimpact #ElPaso #Stanford #NYC #highereducation #equity2021-07-0541 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Jaime Gonzalez - Rio Grande Valley VipersThis is the first episode for the new season of The Way to College Podcast. This week, I am joined by Mr. Jaime Gonzalez. Jaime is the equipment manager and travel coordinator for the Rio Grande Valley Vipers. Jaime guides us through his educational and professional journey and shares insights into making the most of opportunities. Check it out and if you would like to share your journey, please let me know. #podcast #journey #college #education #RGVVipers #highereducation #basketball2021-06-2837 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Season 1 FinaleThis week I am joined by Aaron Reyes and Ben Nevares. We talk about the first season of the podcast and I share what I've learned along the way. It's been a great first season and I'm looking forward to season 2. #podcast #college #highereducation #purpose2021-06-141h 08The Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Dr. Jorge Medina - The ProfessorThis week, my guest is Dr. Jorge Medina. Dr. Medina shares his educational journey, including how he didn't really have direction except to keep moving forward. Check out his story and don't forget to like and subscribe. Please make sure you follow @thewaytocollege #podcast #podcastersofinstagram #ElPaso #UIW #highereducation #college #persistence #inspiration2021-06-0758 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast-Porfirio Hernandez-The High Performance CoachThis week I visit with Porfirio Hernandez. He walks us through his early educational journey and the setback that forced him to refocus on what was most important and led him to leadership coaching. Check out his story. #podcast #Latino #inspiration #EdcouchElsa #leadership #coaching #college2021-05-2443 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Macarena Hernandez - The StorytellerThis week I am fortunate to have journalist and storyteller, Macarena Hernandez, on the podcast. We talk about growing up in south Texas, her family, her educational journey and finding her way home. Check it out! #podcast #journalist #Baylor #latina #southtexas #riograndevalley #storyteller #highereducation #borders #thewaytocollege2021-05-1642 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Jessica Calderon-Mora - The Health Care EducatorThis week I visit with Dr. Jessica Calderon-Mora. We revisit her educational journey and all of the challenges along the way. Check it out! #podcast #latina #latinx #latinxsuccess #college #highereducation #healthcare #ElPaso #inspiration #Stanford2021-05-1040 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Emanuel Pleitez - The InvestorThis week I visit with Emanuel Pleitez. Emanuel has his hands in a number of ventures, but the real story is how he got there. Emanuel shares his journey with me and reflects on some of the people who have helped him throughout his journey. Check it out, and if you want to share your journey, please let me know. #firstgen #college #educationaljourney #Stanford #LosAngeles #podcast #inspirational #aspirational2021-05-031h 00The Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast - Jose Cole Gutierrez - The EducatorMy guest this week is Mr. Jose Cole Gutierrez. Jose and I talk about his educational journey, the lessons learned along the way and the advice he offers to parents with teens, who are trying to navigate the college admissions process. Check it out and don't forget to share. #education #inspiration #Latinxsuccess #Stanford #highereducation #Harvard #highereducation #educationaljourney #collegeadmissions2021-03-2146 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast Ep. 16Like many throughout Texas, the winter storm left us without power so we weren't able to upload a podcast last week. This week, I'm joined by Mr. Jose Ferrel. Jose and I talk about growing up in Baldwin Park, California, making his way to Stanford and life after college. Check it out.2021-02-211h 04The Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast Episode 14This week, my guest is Dr. Jose Alanis. Jose reflects on his educational journey, growing up in eastern Washington, working in agriculture with his parents to becoming a medical doctor. Check it out!2021-02-0143 minThe Way to College PodcastThe Way to College Podcast Episode 3This week, I visit with Dr. Jose Cruz as he recounts his academic and professional journey with me. He talks about what it was like to go from being a first-generation high school graduate to medical doctor. Check it out!2020-11-1642 min