Black Student Success Podcast

Dr. Devin Lewis joins us again to break down a day in the life of a food scientist. He details his routine and approach to provide some insight on his line of work. BLACK STUDENT SUCCESS SCHOLARSHIP FUNDRAISER! Our 2nd Annual Black Student Success Scholarship Fundraiser is now open! You can enter our sweepstakes to win a variety of prizes, donate to the scholarship fund or both! No purchase necessary to enter the sweepstakes (click "Alternate Method of Entry"). Fundraiser and sweepstakes ends January 31st. https://go.rallyup.com/ihscholarship2021 ABOUT Inquire Higher is a thriving virtual community promoting the success of Black students and professionals through community support. Its mission is to encourage the improvement and success of Black students by providing access to educational, career, and business resources while promoting the accomplishments of minority professionals. FOLLOW US! Website - https://inquirehigher.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/inquirehigher Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inquirehigher LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/inquire-higher --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Dr. Devin Lewis joins us to talk about his path to becoming a food scientist. He discusses starting off as a cook, balancing work and grad school, growing grapes as part of his doctorate program, and more that led to becoming a Senior Scientist for Coca-Cola. BLACK STUDENT SUCCESS SCHOLARSHIP FUNDRAISER! Our 2nd Annual Black Student Success Scholarship Fundraiser is now open! You can enter our sweepstakes to win a variety of prizes, donate to the scholarship fund or both! No purchase necessary to enter the sweepstakes (click "Alternate Method of Entry"). Fundraiser and sweepstakes ends January 31st. https://go.rallyup.com/ihscholarship2021 ABOUT Inquire Higher is a thriving virtual community promoting the success of Black students and professionals through community support. Its mission is to encourage the improvement and success of Black students by providing access to educational, career, and business resources while promoting the accomplishments of minority professionals. FOLLOW US! Website - https://inquirehigher.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/inquirehigher Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inquirehigher LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/inquire-higher --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Justin Roby joins us again to break down a day in the life of a Director of HIV Care. He details his routine and approach to provide some insight on his line of work. BLACK STUDENT SUCCESS SCHOLARSHIP FUNDRAISER! Our 2nd Annual Black Student Success Scholarship Fundraiser is now open! You can enter our sweepstakes to win a variety of prizes, donate to the scholarship fund or both! No purchase necessary to enter the sweepstakes (click "Alternate Method of Entry"). Fundraiser and sweepstakes ends January 31st. https://go.rallyup.com/ihscholarship2021 ABOUT Inquire Higher is a thriving virtual community promoting the success of Black students and professionals through community support. Its mission is to encourage the improvement and success of Black students by providing access to educational, career, and business resources while promoting the accomplishments of minority professionals. FOLLOW US! Website - https://inquirehigher.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/inquirehigher Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inquirehigher LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/inquire-higher --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Justin Roby joins the show to talk about his journey to the world of public health. He details his background in youth development, having a seat at the table as a Director of HIV Care and his commitment of battling systemic racism that impacts his community through his work. BLACK STUDENT SUCCESS SCHOLARSHIP FUNDRAISER! Our 2nd Annual Black Student Success Scholarship Fundraiser is now open! You can enter our sweepstakes to win a variety of prizes, donate to the scholarship fund or both! No purchase necessary to enter the sweepstakes (click "Alternate Method of Entry"). Fundraiser and sweepstakes ends January 31st. https://go.rallyup.com/ihscholarship2021 ABOUT Inquire Higher is a thriving virtual community promoting the success of Black students and professionals through community support. Its mission is to encourage the improvement and success of Black students by providing access to educational, career, and business resources while promoting the accomplishments of minority professionals. FOLLOW US! Website - https://inquirehigher.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/inquirehigher Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inquirehigher LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/inquire-higher --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Returning to the podcast is Ray Whearley who tells us about his new responsibilities in the construction world from his promotion to Project Manager. BLACK STUDENT SUCCESS SCHOLARSHIP FUNDRAISER! Our 2nd Annual Black Student Success Scholarship Fundraiser is now open! You can enter our sweepstakes to win a variety of prizes, donate to the scholarship fund or both! No purchase necessary to enter the sweepstakes (click "Alternate Method of Entry"). Fundraiser and sweepstakes ends January 31st. https://go.rallyup.com/ihscholarship2021 ABOUT Inquire Higher is a thriving virtual community promoting the success of Black students and professionals through community support. Its mission is to encourage the improvement and success of Black students by providing access to educational, career, and business resources while promoting the accomplishments of minority professionals. FOLLOW US! Website - https://inquirehigher.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/inquirehigher Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inquirehigher LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/inquire-higher --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Jon Viard joins us again to give us an update on his promotion, increased responsibilities and challenges he's met within the last year in the world of financial services. BLACK STUDENT SUCCESS SCHOLARSHIP FUNDRAISER! Our 2nd Annual Black Student Success Scholarship Fundraiser is now open! You can enter our sweepstakes to win a variety of prizes, donate to the scholarship fund or both! No purchase necessary to enter the sweepstakes (click "Alternate Method of Entry"). Fundraiser and sweepstakes ends January 31st. https://go.rallyup.com/ihscholarship2021 ABOUT Inquire Higher is a thriving virtual community promoting the success of Black students and professionals through community support. Its mission is to encourage the improvement and success of Black students by providing access to educational, career, and business resources while promoting the accomplishments of minority professionals. FOLLOW US! Website - https://inquirehigher.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/inquirehigher Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inquirehigher LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/inquire-higher --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

We're joined again by Kortney Nash who was a student at UC Berkeley when she was first on the podcast. Now she's working as an editorial assistant in her dream career! Check out how she's been doing since the first interview. BLACK STUDENT SUCCESS SCHOLARSHIP FUNDRAISER! Our 2nd Annual Black Student Success Scholarship Fundraiser is now open! You can enter our sweepstakes to win a variety of prizes, donate to the scholarship fund or both! No purchase necessary to enter the sweepstakes (click “Alternate Method of Entry”). Learn more at https://go.rallyup.com/ihscholarship2021 ABOUT Inquire Higher is a thriving virtual community promoting the success of Black students and professionals through community support. Its mission is to encourage the improvement and success of Black students by providing access to educational, career, and business resources while promoting the accomplishments of minority professionals. FOLLOW US! Website - https://inquirehigher.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/inquirehigher Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inquirehigher LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/inquire-higher --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

We're joined again by Nick Jones who last talked to us about his journey to becoming a police officer. He updates us on work during the pandemic and his new podcast network. Our 2nd Annual Black Student Success Scholarship Fundraiser is now open! You can enter our sweepstakes to win a variety of prizes, donate to the scholarship fund or both! No purchase necessary to enter the sweepstakes (click “Alternate Method of Entry”). Learn more at https://go.rallyup.com/ihscholarship2021 ABOUT Inquire Higher is a thriving virtual community promoting the success of Black students and professionals through community support. Its mission is to encourage the improvement and success of Black students by providing access to educational, career, and business resources while promoting the accomplishments of minority professionals. FOLLOW US! Website - https://inquirehigher.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/inquirehigher Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inquirehigher LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/inquire-higher --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Tunde Osilaja returns to the podcast who previously discussed his experience as a military student. Check out how he's doing since becoming a business consultant. Our 2nd Annual Black Student Success Scholarship Fundraiser is now open! You can enter our sweepstakes to win a variety of prizes, donate to the scholarship fund or both! No purchase necessary to enter the sweepstakes (click "Alternate Method of Entry"). Open through January 31st, 2022! https://go.rallyup.com/ihscholarship2021 ABOUT Inquire Higher is a thriving virtual community promoting the success of Black students and professionals through community support. Its mission is to encourage the improvement and success of Black students by providing access to educational, career, and business resources while promoting the accomplishments of minority professionals. FOLLOW US! Website - https://inquirehigher.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/inquirehigher Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inquirehigher LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/inquire-higher --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

We welcome Aaron Robertson back to the podcast who previously talked about his role as a Senior Procurement Analyst. He has been promoted to a Supplier Diversity Manager and discusses how he helps his company utilize a more diverse group of third-party services while giving overlooked suppliers more business opportunities. Our 2nd Annual Black Student Success Scholarship Fundraiser is now open! You can enter our sweepstakes to win a variety of prizes, donate to the scholarship fund or both! No purchase necessary to enter the sweepstakes (click "Alternate Method of Entry") https://go.rallyup.com/ihscholarship2021 ABOUT Inquire Higher is a thriving virtual community promoting the success of Black students and professionals through community support. Its mission is to encourage the improvement and success of Black students by providing access to educational, career, and business resources while promoting the accomplishments of minority professionals. FOLLOW US! Website - https://inquirehigher.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/inquirehigher Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inquirehigher LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/inquire-higher --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Toby Baker joins the podcast to break down a day in the life of a business intelligence analyst. He details his routine and approach to provide some insight on his line of work. 2021 SCHOLARSHIP FUNDRAISER! Our 2nd Annual Black Student Success Scholarship Fundraiser is now open! You can enter our sweepstakes to win a variety of prizes, donate to the scholarship fund or both! No purchase necessary to enter the sweepstakes (click “Alternate Method of Entry”). Learn more at https://go.rallyup.com/ihscholarship2021 ABOUT Inquire Higher is a thriving virtual community promoting the success of Black students and professionals through community support. Its mission is to encourage the improvement and success of Black students by providing access to educational, career, and business resources while promoting the accomplishments of minority professionals. FOLLOW US! Website - https://inquirehigher.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/inquirehigher Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inquirehigher LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/inquire-higher --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Toby Baker, Senior Business Intelligence Consultant, joins the show to talk about his nontraditional path to working in data and analytics. He details how his curiosity working in HR and overcoming a language barrier as a recruiter led him to discover an interest and talent of working with data to help businesses succeed. 2021 SCHOLARSHIP FUNDRAISER! Our 2nd Annual Black Student Success Scholarship Fundraiser is now open! You can enter our sweepstakes to win a variety of prizes, donate to the scholarship fund or both! No purchase necessary to enter the sweepstakes (click “Alternate Method of Entry”). Learn more at https://go.rallyup.com/ihscholarship2021 ABOUT Inquire Higher is a thriving virtual community promoting the success of Black students and professionals through community support. Its mission is to encourage the improvement and success of Black students by providing access to educational, career, and business resources while promoting the accomplishments of minority professionals. FOLLOW US! Website - https://inquirehigher.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/inquirehigher Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inquirehigher LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/inquire-higher --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Dr. Chineze Ebo joins the podcast to break down a day in the life of a pediatric resident physician. She details his routine and approach to provide some insight on her line of work.  2021 SCHOLARSHIP FUNDRAISER!  Our 2nd Annual Black Student Success Scholarship Fundraiser is now open! You can enter our sweepstakes to win a variety of prizes, donate to the scholarship fund or both! No purchase necessary to enter the sweepstakes (click “Alternate Method of Entry”) https://go.rallyup.com/ihscholarship2021  ABOUT  Inquire Higher is a thriving virtual community promoting the success of Black students and professionals through community support. Its mission is to encourage the improvement and success of Black students by providing access to educational, career, and business resources while promoting the accomplishments of minority professionals.  FOLLOW US!  Website - https://inquirehigher.com  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/inquirehigher  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inquirehigher  LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/inquire-higher --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

We're joined by Dr. Chineze Ebo who is a pediatric resident. She talks about what motivated her to join the medical field, obstacles she faced and advice that she has for students who are thinking about pursuing medicine. 2021 SCHOLARSHIP FUNDRAISER! Our 2nd Annual Black Student Success Scholarship Fundraiser is now open! You can enter our sweepstakes to win a variety of prizes, donate to the scholarship fund or both! No purchase necessary to enter the sweepstakes (click "Alternate Method of Entry") - https://go.rallyup.com/ihscholarship2021 ABOUT Inquire Higher is a thriving virtual community promoting the success of Black students and professionals through community support. Its mission is to encourage the improvement and success of Black students by providing access to educational, career, and business resources while promoting the accomplishments of minority professionals. FOLLOW US! Website - https://inquirehigher.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/inquirehigher Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inquirehigher LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/inquire-higher --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Robert Pressoir joins the podcast to break down a day in the life of a data automation and integration lead. He details his routine and approach to provide some insight on his line of work. Our 2nd Annual Black Student Success Scholarship Fundraiser is now open! You can enter our sweepstakes to win a variety of prizes, donate to the scholarship fund or both! No purchase necessary to enter the sweepstakes (click "Alternate Method of Entry") - https://go.rallyup.com/ihscholarship2021 ABOUT Inquire Higher is a thriving virtual community promoting the success of Black students and professionals through community support. Its mission is to encourage the improvement and success of Black students by providing access to educational, career, and business resources while promoting the accomplishments of minority professionals. FOLLOW US! Website - https://inquirehigher.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/inquirehigher Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inquirehigher LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/inquire-higher --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Robert Pressoir joins the podcast to talk about how he got into IT, specifically automation and integration. He details his beginnings from discovering computer science in college, becoming a developer, and becoming the bridge between the tech and business sides of the company he works for which led him to his current managerial role. Our 2nd Annual Black Student Success Scholarship Fundraiser is now open! You can enter our sweepstakes to win a variety of prizes, donate to the scholarship fund or both! No purchase necessary to enter the sweepstakes (click "Alternate Method of Entry") https://go.rallyup.com/ihscholarship2021 ABOUT Inquire Higher is a thriving virtual community promoting the success of Black students and professionals through community support. Its mission is to encourage the improvement and success of Black students by providing access to educational, career, and business resources while promoting the accomplishments of minority professionals. FOLLOW US! Website - https://inquirehigher.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/inquirehigher Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inquirehigher LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/inquire-higher --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Destiny Harris joins us again to talk her lifestyle blog and podcast, Educated Black Queen. She details how it started, the information and success tips she has from a Black woman's perspective, and her future plans with it. You can follow and subscribe to Educated Black Queen below: www.edublackqueen.com IG - @edu_catedblackqueen Our 2nd Annual Black Student Success Scholarship Fundraiser is now open! You can enter our sweepstakes to win a variety of prizes, donate to the scholarship fund or both! No purchase necessary to enter the sweepstakes (click "Alternate Form of Entry") https://go.rallyup.com/ihscholarship2021 ABOUT Inquire Higher is a thriving virtual community promoting the success of Black students and professionals through community support. Its mission is to encourage the improvement and success of Black students by providing access to educational, career, and business resources while promoting the accomplishments of minority professionals. FOLLOW US! Website - https://inquirehigher.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/inquirehigher Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inquirehigher LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/inquire-higher --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Destiny Harris joins the show to talk about her school experience as a grad student. She discusses the motivation for her program of choice, managing an online graduate program and how the skills she learned from her undergrad years give her a unique advantage in the field. To connect with Destiny, visit our website at inquirehigher.com! ABOUT Inquire Higher is a thriving virtual community promoting the success of Black students and professionals through community support. Its mission is to encourage the improvement and success of Black students by providing access to educational, career, and business resources while promoting the accomplishments of minority professionals. FOLLOW US! Website - https://inquirehigher.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/inquirehigher Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inquirehigher LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/inquire-higher DONATE Donate to support the cause of helping Black students succeed here: https://inquirehigher.com/index.php/donate/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

We're joined by Omar Alebiosu who talks about his career journey in physical education. He details getting inspired in 7th grade to pursue the field, the importance of having a seat at the table to have a positive impact on Black and Brown students, and what it's like to be the Director of Physical Welfare at Niles West High School. ABOUT Inquire Higher is a thriving virtual community promoting the success of Black students and professionals through community support. Its mission is to encourage the improvement and success of Black students by providing access to educational, career, and business resources while promoting the accomplishments of minority professionals. FOLLOW US! Website - https://inquirehigher.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/inquirehigher Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inquirehigher LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/inquire-higher DONATE Donate to support the cause of helping Black students succeed here: https://inquirehigher.com/index.php/donate/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Dr. Brandon Goodloe joins the podcast to break down a day in the life of a pediatric dentist. He details his routine and approach to provide some insight on his line of work. ABOUT Inquire Higher is a thriving virtual community promoting the success of Black students and professionals through community support. Its mission is to encourage the improvement and success of Black students by providing access to educational, career, and business resources while promoting the accomplishments of minority professionals. FOLLOW US! Website - https://inquirehigher.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/inquirehigher Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inquirehigher LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/inquire-higher DONATE Donate to support the cause of helping Black students succeed here: https://inquirehigher.com/index.php/donate/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Season 3 kicks off with Dr. Brandon Goodloe who talks to us about his journey to pediatric dentistry. He details the inspiration, obstacles, and triumphs behind his career path before working full-time in a private practice. To connect with Dr. Goodloe, visit inquirehigher.com! ABOUT Inquire Higher is a thriving virtual community promoting the success of Black students and professionals through community support. Its mission is to encourage the improvement and success of Black students by providing access to educational, career, and business resources while promoting the accomplishments of minority professionals. FOLLOW US! Website - https://inquirehigher.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/inquirehigher Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inquirehigher LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/inquire-higher DONATE Donate to support the cause of helping Black students succeed here: https://inquirehigher.com/index.php/donate/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Selvin Quire from Inquire Higher and Rachel Aideyan from College For The Culture discuss the top ways to get accepted to your dream college during your senior year for this special joint episode! Check out their podcasts and follow them on social media: Black Student Success Podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast https://www.facebook.com/InQuireHigher/ https://www.instagram.com/inquirehigher/ contact@inquirehigher.com College For The Culture: https://anchor.fm/collegefortheculture https://www.instagram.com/collegefortheculture/ collegefortheculture@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Rachel Aideyan joins the podcast to talk about life as a senior at Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education. She details the diversity of the student body, her special undergrad-to-med school program, staying motivated through the academic rigor, and her college podcast. Follow and connect with Rachel on: IG: @rachbrilliant and @collegefortheculture --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Nyah Jordan is a senior at Boston University and currently the second Black female Student Body President. She talks about her experience at BU, understanding the influence of her confidence as a leader on campus, maneuvering through the pandemic, and one rite of passage she thinks all students should go through.   Follow and connect with Nyah on:  Instagram: @Nyah.Jordan  Email: ngjordan@bu.edu     ABOUT   Inquire Higher is a thriving virtual community promoting the success of Black students and professionals through community support. Its mission is to encourage the improvement and success of Black students by providing access to educational, career, and business resources while promoting the accomplishments of minority professionals.    JOIN THE NEW INQUIRE HIGHER COMMUNITY   Seeking peers, mentorship or guidance from more people who look like you? Sign up and our Inquire Higher Community and other Black students and professionals to find many resources and information to help reach your goals!  Learn more at https://inquirehigher.com/index.php/community/    ASK US ABOUT COLLEGE!   Send all of your college-related questions here - https://forms.gle/P48VoHkk23CuX96x7    FOLLOW US!   Website - https://inquirehigher.com  Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/inquirehigher  Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inquirehigher  LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/inquire-higher    DONATE   Donate to support the cause of helping Black students succeed here: https://inquirehigher.com/index.php/donate/   Music by S.Quire - https://soundcloud.com/sel_quire --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Tyler Hendon, self-published author, talks about his upcoming book Mirage: The Truth About Social Media. He describes how social media culture impacts the way we think, behave and feel as well has how to navigate social media to determine what's true and what's misleading. Learn more about Tyler's book at: https://themiragebook.com/ https://www.instagram.com/miragebook_/ https://www.facebook.com/Mirage-The-Truth-About-Social-Media-145237531032349 ABOUT Inquire Higher is a thriving virtual community promoting the success of Black students and professionals through community support. Its mission is to encourage the improvement and success of Black students by providing access to educational, career, and business resources while promoting the accomplishments of minority professionals. JOIN THE NEW INQUIRE HIGHER COMMUNITY Seeking peers, mentorship or guidance from more people who look like you? Sign up and our Inquire Higher Community and other Black students and professionals to find many resources and information to help reach your goals! Learn more at https://inquirehigher.com/index.php/community/ ASK US ABOUT COLLEGE! Send all of your college-related questions here - https://forms.gle/P48VoHkk23CuX96x7 FOLLOW US! Website - https://inquirehigher.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/inquirehigher Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inquirehigher LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/inquire-higher DONATE Donate to support the cause of helping Black students succeed here: https://inquirehigher.com/index.php/donate/ Music by S.Quire - https://soundcloud.com/sel_quire --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Tyler Hendon joins us to talk about his progression as an HR professional and business consultant. He details taking the risk of moving to Louisville for a job at Amazon, skills needed to succeed in human resources, learning to represent the company you work for, and the initial challenges of growing a business as an introvert. Follow and connect with Tyler at: tylerhendon7@gmail.com Consultwithhendon.com TheMirageBook.com ABOUT Inquire Higher is a thriving virtual community promoting the success of Black students and professionals through community support. Its mission is to encourage the improvement and success of Black students by providing access to educational, career, and business resources while promoting the accomplishments of minority professionals. JOIN THE NEW INQUIRE HIGHER COMMUNITY Seeking peers, mentorship or guidance from more people who look like you? Sign up and our Inquire Higher Community and other Black students and professionals to find many resources and information to help reach your goals! Learn more at https://inquirehigher.com/index.php/community/ ASK US ABOUT COLLEGE! Send all of your college-related questions here - https://forms.gle/P48VoHkk23CuX96x7 FOLLOW US! Website - https://inquirehigher.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/inquirehigher Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inquirehigher LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/inquire-higher DONATE Donate to support the cause of helping Black students succeed here: https://inquirehigher.com/index.php/donate/ Music by S.Quire - https://soundcloud.com/sel_quire --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Jaquilla Ross joins the show to talk about her multi-layered experience as an accountant. She details starting her own accounting firm, the endless paths to take within accounting, fulfilling her passion for teaching at colleges and universities, and the many resources and benefits from joining the National Association of Black Accountants (NABA). Follow and connect with Jaquilla on: Website - https://www.jaquillaross.com/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/1018520315180340/Instagram - http://www.instagram.com/finance_gurl_NABA - https://www.nabainc.org/ ABOUT Inquire Higher is a thriving virtual community promoting the success of Black students and professionals through community support. Its mission is to encourage the improvement and success of Black students by providing access to educational, career, and business resources while promoting the accomplishments of minority professionals. JOIN THE NEW INQUIRE HIGHER COMMUNITY Seeking peers, mentorship or guidance from more people who look like you? Sign up and our Inquire Higher Community and other Black students and professionals to find many resources and information to help reach your goals! Learn more at https://inquirehigher.com/index.php/community/ ASK US ABOUT COLLEGE! Send all of your college-related questions here - https://forms.gle/P48VoHkk23CuX96x7 FOLLOW US! Website - https://inquirehigher.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/inquirehigher Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inquirehigher LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/inquire-higher DONATE Donate to support the cause of helping Black students succeed here: https://inquirehigher.com/index.php/donate/ Music by S.Quire - https://soundcloud.com/sel_quire --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Tiffany Atwater Lee is a certified archivist who joins the podcast to talk about her career in preserving and organizing records of primarily African American history. She details following her passion for history, learning technical skills such as HTML and Python in grad school, opportunities to work with other industries, and her success that's defined by her worth and value. Follow and connect with Tiffany at tatwater@auctr.edu Learn more at https://www.auctr.edu/ ABOUT Inquire Higher is a thriving virtual community promoting the success of Black students and professionals through community support. Its mission is to encourage the improvement and success of Black students by providing access to educational, career, and business resources while promoting the accomplishments of minority professionals. JOIN THE NEW INQUIRE HIGHER COMMUNITY Seeking peers, mentorship or guidance from more people who look like you? Sign up and our Inquire Higher Community and other Black students and professionals to find many resources and information to help reach your goals! Learn more at https://inquirehigher.com/index.php/community/ ASK US ABOUT COLLEGE! Send all of your college-related questions here - https://forms.gle/P48VoHkk23CuX96x7 FOLLOW US! Website - https://inquirehigher.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/inquirehigher Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/inquirehigher LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/inquire-higher DONATE Donate to support the cause of helping Black students succeed here: https://inquirehigher.com/index.php/donate/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Marquayla Ellison, founder and graphic designer of Ellastic Designs, joins the show to discuss her journey as a creative and businesswoman. We get into her artistic nature, the pivotal moment that pushed her to take her business seriously, a typical week in her work, and putting self-care first. Follow and connect with Marquayla on: www.ellasticdesigns.com IG: @ellastic.designs Facebook: @EllasticDesigns LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellasticdesigns Social X MKE: https://socialxmke.com/ JOIN THE NEW INQUIRE HIGHER COMMUNITY Seeking peers, mentorship or guidance from more people who look like you? Sign up and our Inquire Higher Community and other Black students and professionals to find many resources and information to help reach your goals! Learn more at https://inquirehigher.com/index.php/community/ Music by S.Quire - https://soundcloud.com/sel_quire --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Joel Webley is a long-time pilot and chairman of the Organization of Black Aerospace Professionals (OBAP). He joins the show to talk about his career journey in aviation, the different areas in the field that don't require flying, how much of a “genius” you need to be to work in aerospace, and the success in having options. Check out the work that Joel does with OBAP at obap.org! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

We're joined by Danielle Edwards who is a lighting director for live music shows and concerts. She talks about her unique journey into her career, what her typical day looks like on the day of a show, her lighting style and approach for her clients, and taking big steps to follow her calling. Follow and connect with Danielle on: Instagram - @d_e_lights Email - danielle.lampy@gmail.com Resources Mentioned in Interview: Diversify The Stage - diversifythestage.org The EVEN Network - theevennetwork.org JOIN THE NEW INQUIRE HIGHER COMMUNITY Seeking peers, mentorship or guidance from more people who look like you? Sign up and our Inquire Higher Community and other Black students and professionals to find many resources and information to help reach your goals!  Learn more at https://inquirehigher.com/index.php/community/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Kairise Conwell is an experienced, higher ed professional who helps college students as a career advisor. She details how she walks students through their skills and interests to find the best career, when and how to begin networking, going to college with an open mind, and how she defines success. Follow and connect with Kairise at LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kairise-conwell/ JOIN THE NEW INQUIRE HIGHER COMMUNITY Seeking peers, mentorship or guidance from more people who look like you? Sign up and our Inquire Higher Community and other Black students and professionals to find many resources and information to help reach your goals! Learn more at https://inquirehigher.com/index.php/community/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Catrina Alexandre, Founder of Black Women in Construction, joins the show to talk about her career in construction. She discusses why she got into construction, the many opportunities in the field including working onsite and offsite, and the importance of paying it forward. Follow and connect with Catrina on: www.blackwomeninconstruction.com Instagram: @BLACKWOMENINCONSTRUCTION & @CAT_GOT_UR_TONGUE Email: CATRINA1217@GMAIL.COM JOIN THE NEW INQUIRE HIGHER COMMUNITY Seeking peers, mentorship or guidance from more people who look like you? Sign up and our Inquire Higher Community and other Black students and professionals to find many resources and information to help reach your goals! Learn more at https://inquirehigher.com/index.php/community/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

One of our favorite questions to ask our guests has been, "How do you define success?" We've been amazed and intrigued by all of the different perspectives when answering this question. Here's another compilation of some of our guests' answers. Enjoy! Featured on this episode (in order): Andre Scott | Learning Designer | Season 1 Episode 49 Brandon Blackwell | Touring Production Manager | Season 2 Episode 11 Marques Williams | Culinary Professional | Season 1 Episode 54 Queennorah Anigbogu | Family Nurse Practitioner | Season 1 Episode 41 JOIN THE NEW INQUIRE HIGHER COMMUNITY Seeking peers, mentorship or guidance from more people who look like you? Sign up and our Inquire Higher Community and other Black students and professionals to find many resources and information to help reach your goals! Learn more at https://inquirehigher.com/index.php/community/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

One of our favorite questions to ask our guests has been, "How do you define success?" We've been amazed and intrigued by all of the different perspectives when answering this question. Here's the first compilation of some of our guests' answers. Enjoy! Featured on this episode (in order): Deon Robinson | Human Resources Director | Season 1 Episode 42 Tonya Lane | Cosmetic Chemist | Season 1 Episode 57 Marcell Jackson | Electrical Engineer | Season 1 Episode 53 Erin Keith | Social Justice Attorney | Season 1 Episode 47 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Brandon R. Blackwell joins the podcast to enlighten us on his career as a touring production manager. He goes into detail about his early inspirations from a Sadé concert, what happens before and on the day of a live show, sharing his wealth of knowledge to current and future Black professionals in the industry, and the many opportunities in live entertainment as a whole. Follow and connect with Brandon at brandonblackwell.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

We're joined by The Gates Preserve founder and creative Syreeta Gates who discusses her work as an archivist. She details her family as the inspiration for forming a career in preserving hip hop, the importance of consistently meeting new people for growth, creating your own lane and making people and moments last forever through her multimedia archiving. Follow and connect with Syreeta on: thegatespreserve.com mostincrediblestud.io Social media: @syreetagates --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Afrotrak founder Mike Orie joins the show to talk about his career as a multicultural marketer. He discusses how he uses his marketing and publishing expertise to create memorable experiences with Black culture at its core. Follow and connect with Mike at: Culture@afrotrak.com Social media: @mikeorie & @afrotrak --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

We're joined by Jessica Bonner-Gomez, speech-language pathologist and owner of For Other Prizes Consulting. She discusses her strong foundation and influence in education, the best skills to become a speech-language pathologist, overcoming adversity while growing up, and how she utilizes her four degrees to achieve her career and business goals. Connect with Jessica at: Email - jjbonner@forotherprizes.com Website - www.forotherprizes.com @forotherprizes on Facebook, Fanbase, Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Head Teacher Roderick Hilliard joins the show to talk about his excelling career as an ESL teacher in Thailand. He goes into detail about his transition from the hospitality industry, the travel and financial benefits of an ESL teacher, how students view educators in Asia vs. America, and being a more worldly person from his career. Connect with Roderick at rphilliard@gmail.com Sponsored by RBJ Community Counseling RBJ Community Consulting is a consulting company for community organizations and social entrepreneurs that is dedicated to helping organizations and employees reach their full potential. We provide strategic planning, meeting and event planning and facilitation, nonprofit startup services, project management, and more. We also offer a nonprofit startup e-course that talks participants through the steps of starting a nonprofit. To connect with us or learn more about our services, visit our website at www.RBJcommunity.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

We're joined by the first Black male Student Body President at Harvard University, Noah Harris. He talks about what it's like to be a Black student at Harvard, the lessons he learned before and after arriving at campus, figuring out his moral grounding, and the importance of getting through that first semester. Follow and connect with Noah on Twitter and Instagram: @noah10harris Sponsored by RBJ Community Consulting RBJ Community Consulting is a consulting company for community organizations and social entrepreneurs that is dedicated to helping organizations and employees reach their full potential. We provide strategic planning, meeting and event planning and facilitation, nonprofit startup services, project management, and more. We also offer a nonprofit startup e-course that talks participants through the steps of starting a nonprofit. To connect with us or learn more about our services, visit our website at www.RBJcommunity.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

We're joined by Rob Jackson II, Esq. who talks to us about his work as a government relations executive. He details his experiences as a two-time HBCU grad, using his law degree to help businesses understand government regulations for their benefit, and actively making the best out of your networks.  You can connect with Rob at rob.a.jacksonii@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

We're joined by Bennie Williams who is a sophomore at Morehouse College. He talks about how he was introduced to HBCUs as a west coast native, developing a passion for politics and debate, maintaining his Blackness while being successful, and the undeniable importance of a swag surf. Connect with Bennie at bennie.williams@morehouse.edu --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Tyre Shambee joins the show and talks about his experience as a member of the Army National Guard. He details the skills needed to be successful, the type of active duty work he gets called for, benefits of joining the National Guard and how happiness is at the core of his success. Connect with Tyre at tyshambee@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

School motivational speaker Brad Butler II joins the show to discuss his career and business in speaking. He details his challenging upbringing, adapting to a safer, but different neighborhood, and how being a motivational speaker isn't just about talent. Follow and connect with Brad on: Social media - @bradbutlerthe2nd Website - www.bradbutler2.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Season 2 kicks off with an exclusive double interview! College sweethearts turned co-founders Ashley and Selvin Quire discuss and reflect on their upbringings, preparing for college, advice to their younger selves and motivations that help built Inquire Higher from the ground up. You'll want to stick around to the end to hear embarrassing things that happened to them in school! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Tonya Lane joins the show to talk about her career journey in chemistry. She details her early love for science, changing her trajectory from becoming a pharmacist, and how she found a way to combine chemistry and her passion for beauty and cosmetic products. Follow and connect with Tonya on: YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/user/sharmaine369 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonya-s-lane-5b61b136 Black Student Success Scholarship (Deadline 4/30/21) - https://forms.gle/aRwXeAtvnLgpCf848 Donate to the Inquire Higher Online Community - https://www.gofundme.com/manage/inquire-higher-community-enhancement --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Industrial engineer Leron Gray joins the show to talk about his initial inspiration to study engineering, how someone showed him what industrial engineering is, being the first in his family to leave home for school, and giving back to the youth through coaching basketball. Follow and connect with Leron on: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leron-gray-81252a2a Black Student Success Scholarship (Deadline 4/30/21) - https://forms.gle/aRwXeAtvnLgpCf848 Donate to the Inquire Higher Online Community - https://www.gofundme.com/manage/inquire-higher-community-enhancement --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Marquette student Arianna Balton joins the show and talks about her inspiration to study pre-law and entrepreneurship, adjusting her study habits for college, and maintaining a good experience on campus through the pandemic. Also check out Arianna's podcast @obsidianhuespod on Instagram! Black Student Success Scholarship (Deadline 4/30/21) - https://forms.gle/aRwXeAtvnLgpCf848 Donate to the Inquire Higher Online Community - https://www.gofundme.com/manage/inquire-higher-community-enhancement --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

Marques Williams joins the show to talk about different aspects of his culinary career. He details his early exposure to cooking, the importance of getting a culinary degree, and his emphasis on customer service and flexibility as a chef for his clients. Follow and connect with Marques on: Instagram: @Culinary__Assassin and @Bearded_Pharaoh_LLC Black Student Success Scholarship (Deadline 4/30/21) - https://forms.gle/aRwXeAtvnLgpCf848 Donate to the Inquire Higher Online Community - https://www.gofundme.com/manage/inquire-higher-community-enhancement --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support

We're joined by Marcell Jackson who talks about his career in electrical engineering. He details loving his alma mater without a single college visit, the internship that blossomed his career, and impacting his community through exposing the youth to STEM. Black Student Success Scholarship (Deadline 4/30/21) - https://forms.gle/aRwXeAtvnLgpCf848 Donate to the Inquire Higher Online Community - https://www.gofundme.com/manage/inquire-higher-community-enhancement --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/bsspodcast/support