Mexican-American/Latinx alumni and friends from top universities tell their unique stories about overcoming obstacles, becoming first generation college students & other inspiring tales. This podcast is brought to you by The Avanza Network. Visit us at avanzanetwork.org. The Avanza Network inspires…
Xavier Angel Velazquez MIT ‘94, CSUEB ’05 answers the question, “Being a Mexican-American, did you ever face discrimination on your journey to MIT?” asked by a high school student in Los Angeles, California. Xavier Angel tells a personal story that illustrates the interplay between discrimination, power, and a college ID.This podcast is brought to you by The Avanza Network. Visit us at avanzanetwork.org.An education is something that no one can take away from you.Produced by Xavier Angel VelazquezProduction Assistance by Cielo VelazquezMusic by Sonic NewspaperSupport the show (https://www.paypal.com/donate/?token=o5KrwZi7vgZw7lgAQPKD6eLvpOhCJXNbRFKPfU0lsce2M0eVGs2oTvEMoprGmGiRjjxf30&country.x=US&locale.x=US)