Ep. 46 A Student's Journey with Daniel Sestiaga and Ben Richmond
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This episode explores the challenges and support systems for Tribal College students transitioning to major universities.
In this episode of A Student’s Journey (ASJ), we explore what it really takes for Tribal College students to transition from their community college to a major university. A Student’s Journey (ASJ) is a year-long program that includes a five-week, on-campus summer experience at the University of Arizona. Using an experiential, internship-based approach, ASJ helps students navigate the complex process of transferring to a four-year university while providing mentorship, community, and a sense of belonging. Logo of A Student’s Journey program Daniel Sestiaga Jr. is a member of the Fort Yuma Quechan Indian Tribe of Arizona. He is the son of Daniel Sr. and the late Rosie Sestiaga. His paternal grandparents are Carlotta and the late Julio Sestiaga, and his maternal grandparents are Rosie Montoya, the late Tomas Montoya, and the late Virgil Jack. Daniel currently serves as the Assistant Director of the Indigenous Resilience Center (IRes) at the University of Arizona, where he directs the operations of the Center and provides on-site leadership for faculty, professional staff, and student teams. His leadership has contributed to impactful initiatives such as climate and justice…
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