Education Issues (Audio)

Navigating the school system can be challenging - especially for parents who do not speak English. Myrna Ortiz explains the challenges she has faced as a parent communicating with teachers. She discusses how her children went through the English learner reclassification process and how that has impacted their education. She also shares how she encourages her children to explore their interests and career goals. Series: "Education Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 37246]

When Jocelyn Ornelas Muñoz arrived in the United States from Mexico at nine years old, she did not speak any English. She started school in California and, encouraged by her parents, developed a lifelong love of learning. Jocelyn and her mother Micaela share their experiences with education in the US, how Jocelyn's college journey impacted their family, and what the future holds. Series: "Education Channel" [Education] [Spanish Language] [Show ID: 37028]

Official forms often asks us to pick from limited categories to define who we are - white, Black, American Indian, or Asian. This narrow view of identity has deep impacts on Indigenous and Latinx communities. Daphne Taylor-Garcia talks about her research in Ethnic Studies and how she works to uncover how our identities have been shaped by colonialism and how we can work to reshape and redefine those identities. Series: "Education Channel" [Humanities] [Education] [Show ID: 36561]

Mariana Carrola was able to experience a taste of college while still in high school through programs such as Summer Bridge and Academic Connections. This early connection to college not only helped her choose where to attend but gave her valuable insights into how to navigate her freshman year. She shares how she found community as an undocumented student, how she engaged in hands on research, and where her academic career is taking her next. Series: "Education Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 37080]

Natalia Henriquez grew up in the San Fernando valley knowing that a college education would be in her future. After attending community college in the LA area, she transferred to UC San Diego to pursue a degree in physics. She shares how she stayed connected to family while in school, how participating in hands-on research impacted her studies, and how she found community through shared interests and campus organizations. Series: "Education Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 37192]

Ronny Vasquez moved from Venezuela to attend college. The culture shock was often overwhelming but when he transferred to UC San Diego he discovered a community of students with similar backgrounds who provided support and friendship. His advice to new college students is to advocate for yourself and find your voice. He also shares how he uses his studies in STEM to teach K-12 students. Series: "Education Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 37089]

John Saintignon leveraged his skills on the basketball court to gain a world class education. He shares what he learned on and off the court during his time as a first generation college student. He shares what inspires him, how he went from basketball coach to author, and his advice to college students looking to carve their own path. Series: "Education Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 36933]

Andrea Bravo is passionate about supporting her community and always knew that education would give her the tools she needed to make changes in the world. When she got to UC San Diego, she joined a sorority that emphasizes sisterhood and campus involvement. She is currently pursuing her dream of becoming an educator to support other students in their academic goals. Series: "Education Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 37092]

Oscar Vasquez-Mena, PhD, shares his story of growing up in the Mexican state of Chiapas and how he found his passion for science and engineering. He believes that the university should provide a sense of community and explains how he uses his research, the arts, and academic programs to support first generation students as they pursue a college education. Series: "Education Channel" [Public Affairs] [Science] [Education] [Show ID: 36424]

What does college really cost and how do you pay for it? Financial aid is available to many students but you need to know how to access it. Rashinda Hutchinson walks you through how to determine costs, the types of financial support available, how to complete financial aid forms and more. Series: "Education Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 36625]