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April 14, 2025 93 mins

In this insightful episode, our diverse panel, representing students from various backgrounds, discusses the challenges and revelations experienced while navigating college life at an HBCU. They explore the critical lessons they wish they had known before transitioning from high school to college, offering perspectives on academic expectations, relationship dynamics, and the importance of networking.

The episode delves into personal stories and advice on building social circles, maintaining mental health, and the unique cultural environment of an HBCU. Our panelists candidly address the common stereotypes and pressures they encounter, emphasizing the need to redefine black excellence and the power of self-discovery through education.

Listeners will gain valuable insights into the complexities of college relationships, the responsibility of black women in selecting partners, and the broader journey of asserting black identity within and beyond the college experience. This episode serves as a reflective platform for students to share their narratives, offering relatable and profound guidance for anyone embarking on a similar path.

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