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College readiness doesn’t happen by accident—it’s built with intention.

In this episode, BGDE founder and CEO Kara Branch sits down with Reagan, a BGDE National STEM Ambassador, longtime member, and high school senior preparing for college. Reagan shares how her journey with Black Girls Do Engineer helped her develop confidence, leadership, and real-world skills that go far beyond the classroom.

Together, they talk about what it means to be college-ready on purpose—through early exposure to STEM, hands-on learning, mentorship, and belonging to a community that believes in you. Reagan reflects on how BGDE shaped her mindset, strengthened her skills, and prepared her to walk into her next chapter with clarity and confidence.

This episode is for parents, students, and educators who want to understand what true college readiness looks like—and why preparation, not luck, makes the difference.

🎧 Press play and hear what it means to be ready for what’s next.

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