S4 | Episode 9 | Brenda’s Interview

Hello, listeners! Come and check out Brenda's inspirational educational journey as a first-generation college student. Overcoming challenges in high school, she discovered her true potential in the welcoming environment of her local community college. By utilizing the support of the Puente Program, Brenda not only excelled academically but also found her purpose as a peer advisor on campus. In her student leadership role, she formed meaningful connections with other students, transfer representatives, and counselors. Her commitment and desire to explore led her to choose UC Santa Barbara as her ultimate destination, where she successfully transferred and graduated. Her story embodies the spirit of hard work, determination, and the pursuit of following your educational dreams.