<p>This episode features Cynthia Fernandez-Rios. Cynthia is a first gen Latina who will be graduating from San Jose State University really soon! In this episode, Cynthia reflects on her experience applying to college and thriving throughout her four years, alongside being heavily involved in student government. We also look into the support she received to build her professional career, and even acquire a full time job offer!</p>
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Stephanie

A college diploma is said to be a ticket to the middle class. But does it really work that way for students from different racial and economic backgrounds? Join Diego Villegas, a current college student, as he dives into conversations with the true experts of the postsecondary experience - today’s college students - who will bring us along each of their educational journeys and teach us what we must do to better support them.