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Episode 12: Fanning the Flames: First-Gen Students, Research, and the CRISJ Mentoring Program

Episode 12: Fanning the Flames: First-Gen Students, Research, and the CRISJ Mentoring Program

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Join Dr. Elvia Ramirez as she interviews Sac State alumni Demonza Hunter and Hector Rodriguez, whose experiences in the CRISJ Mentoring Program showcase the powerful outcomes that emerge when research, mentorship, and personal experience intertwine. Demonza and Hector share how the program helped them turn personal histories and research interests into meaningful research projects and transformative career paths. Along the way, they offer “nuggets of gold” on choosing impactful courses, building strong mentor relationships, leveraging campus resources, and crafting a professional network with purpose. This episode highlights the significant influence that high-impact educational practices, such as undergraduate research, have on promoting student success.

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