In this episode, Napolean and Bre are joined by Monique Harvey, a UCOD Graduate Student, and Crystal Miller, the Manager of Tribal and Direct Services of the Native Nations Institute. Together, they delved into the unique challenges and milestones that come with being a Native student in academia. The conversation revolved around their personal and professional experiences in education, the importance of having mentors, and the obstacles faced by indigenous students in higher education. Topics like imposter syndrome, the need for support systems, and the value of sharing knowledge and experiences were all explored. At the conclusion of the episode, the team and guests shared words of advice and encouragement for future Native students. They stressed the significance of taking small steps, asking questions, seeking support, and not giving up. Their advice is a testament to the importance of perseverance and the power of community in achieving success.
We want to thank the listeners for making this episode possible, your experiences and voices matter, which allowed us to dive into this topic of the native education experiences.
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