Welcome back! This week is a continuation of our conversation with former WSU student Esmeralda Mora Moreno on support systems for first-generation students, so make sure to check out that episode if you haven't already!

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We're back! This week, we discussed the importance of support systems for first-generation students and their transition to college with WSU alumna Esmeralda Mora Moreno. Whether it be Cougs Rise or another college program, these support systems are vital for many first-generation students who are striving for their college degree. This episode talks about how they can help as well as other common struggles that first-gen students face.

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This week's episode is a continuation of our discussion with Mason about what prospective college students should consider when choosing their perfect college. Cougar Connectors offer tours to individuals and families interested in attending WSU, and provide valuable information about the campus, academics, and student life. This episode touches on some of the most important things a prospective student should reflect on before making their final decision.

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This week, Cougar Connector Mason Giustino to discuss what prospective college students should consider when choosing their perfect college. Cougar Connectors offer tours to individuals and families interested in attending WSU, and provide valuable information about the campus, academics, and student life. This episode touches on some of the most important things a prospective student should reflect on before making their final decision. 

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This week's episode is a continuation of our discussion with Saydee Phothivongsa about the highs and lows of student involvement. Saydee is a member of the Pi Beta Phi sorority as well as a reporter for the Daily Evergreen. Hailey and Saydee talk about their experiences being involved at WSU and why it's so important for enriching your college experience. 

Saydee's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saydee-p-9692841b2/

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In this episode, host Hailey Ashton discusses the highs and lows of student involvement with guest Saydee Phothivongsa, a member of the Pi Beta Phi sorority and Daily Evergreen reporter. Hailey and Saydee talk about their experiences with extracurriculars at WSU and why they are so important for enriching your college experience. 

Saydee's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/saydee-p-9692841b2/

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This week's episode is a continuation of Hailey's conversation with Skylar about the biggest misconceptions about college life. Skylar is a Cougs Rise peer mentor, and works with low-income or first-generation high school students make plans for their future. Join Hailey and Skylar as they debunk the biggest myths and legends about university, and talk about what life is really like on a college campus.

Skylar's LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/skylar-mcfadden-2893941b0

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This week, communications assistant Hailey Ashton is joined by Skylar McFadden to talk about the biggest misconceptions about college life. Skylar is a Cougs Rise peer mentor, and works with low-income or first-generation high school students make plans for their future. Join Hailey and Skylar as they debunk the biggest myths and legends about university, and talk about what life is really like on a college campus. 

Skylar's LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/skylar-mcfadden-2893941b0

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Erica Johnson is a junior "cougar connector" at Washington State University. The Cougar Connectors group is made up of five to eight student ambassadors who represent the University and the Pullman campus in many capacities. This group plays a vital role in the promotion and growth of WSU. In this episode, Erica and communications assistant Colleen Hill break down the top 10 things they love about Washington State University, and what makes the Pullman campus so special. 

Erica's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erica-johnson-7653941b8/

Erica's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/erricanicole/

In this episode, Colleen talks all about the benefits of the college access program "Cougs Rise" and it's benefits for first-gen, incoming college students. She speaks with former Cougs Rise mentor and current Interim Coordinator Jess Garibay. After graduating this last semester in 2021, Jess loved Cougs Rise so much that she had to stick around! Listen in to see how the program has affected her, as well as current Cougs Rise students Olivia Bell and Alejandra Beltran

More info on Cougs Rise: https://provost.wsu.edu/cougsrise/

Application to join Cougs Rise: https://wsu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_2nugwGsg6Fb4prE

Participant Stories: https://provost.wsu.edu/cougsrise/meet-cougs-rise-student-cougs-rise/