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December 27, 2024 95 mins

In this episode: Dr. Lydia Perez, Director of TRIO Programs at Mesa Community College and TRIO Alum.

Dr. Perez is on the podcast to share her TRIO journey, her path to college (which started with attending a football game!), pursuing a doctoral degree, and receiving the Walter O. Mason Jr. Award for Exceptional Contributions to Educational Opportunity. Listen as Dr. Perez talks about her experience being a TRIO participant, following the path to college, working for TRIO programs, and so much more.

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  • Dr. Ryan Barone
  • Dr. Jeff Nepute
  • Angelica Vialpando
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  • Felicia Rivera
  • Eric LaMaster

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