What would it mean not growing up with your mom for most of  your childhood and later reconnecting with her on FaceBook or teaching  yourself how to cook Thai food in Liberia just to be able to offset the cost of school and help you dad? Well this is the story of Alex, an amazing young man, determined to graduate high school and help his father. Listen to this amazing story and be inspired!

What would it mean not growing up with your mom for most of your childhood and later reconnecting with her on FaceBook or teaching yourself how to cook Thai food in Liberia just to be able to offset the cost of school and help you dad? Well this is the story of Alex, an amazing young man, determined to graduate high school and help his father. Listen to this amazing story and be inspired!

What would it mean not growing up with your mom for most of&nbsp; your childhood and later reconnecting with her on FaceBook or teaching&nbsp; yourself how to cook Thai food in Liberia just to be able to offset the cost of school and help you dad? Well this is the story of Alex, an amazing young man, determined to graduate high school and help his father. Listen to this amazing story and be inspired!

Episode 5 - First of a Three Part Series (The story of Alex)

This podcast is produced by the Institute of Basic Technology, a nonprofit high school STEM education lab providing access to students in Liberia, West Africa. It tells the unique stories of current students and those who have navigated the hurdles of the Liberian educational system. Hear in their own words as they describe their struggles, successes and the context within which they strive to achieve their dreams.Listen and be inspired!

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Episode 5 - First of a Three Part Series (The story of Alex)

Episode 5 - First of a Three Part Series (The story of Alex)