Falcons From The Island

Welcome to "Falcons From The Island." In this special episode, we bring together Amanda Leizan, a senior, and Brandon Santiago, a freshman, to share their unique perspectives on life at Bentley University as Puerto Rican students. This episode explores the journey from the early days of college to the final stretch before graduation, providing insights into how experiences can evolve over time.

They compare and contrast their experiences, revealing how the campus environment has changed and how they've adapted to it.Amanda offers advice from a senior's perspective, while Brandon shares his tips for navigating the freshman year. Together, they offer a comprehensive look at what it means to be part of the Puerto Rican community at Bentley University

Welcome back to "Falcons From The Island." In this episode, we sit down with Brandon Santiago, a freshman at Bentley University, to discuss his journey as a new student from Puerto Rico. Brandon shares his experiences during his first year at Bentley, offering a glimpse into what it's like to adjust to college life as a Puerto Rican student.

In this conversation, Brandon discusses his reasons for choosing Bentley and the expectations he had before arriving on campus. He talks about his initial impressions, the culture shocks he's encountered, and the process of finding his place within the university community. We explore the challenges and surprises he's faced, and how he's working to build connections and a support system

Whether you're a current student, a prospective student, or someone interested in understanding the freshman experience from a unique perspective, this episode offers valuable insights into starting college and finding your way at Bentley University.

In this episode of "Falcons From The Island," we sit down with Amanda Leizan, a senior at Bentley University, to hear about her experiences as a Puerto Rican student navigating college life. Amanda shares why she chose Bentley, her journey through the years, and the culture shocks she faced along the way.

Join us as Amanda discusses what it was like to transition from Puerto Rico to a predominantly white institution. She reflects on the academic and social aspects of Bentley, the communities she's found, and the moments that challenged her the most.Whether you're a prospective student, a freshman, or just interested in the unique stories of Puerto Rican students, this episode is filled with valuable insights and practical advice.