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Podcast: The Way to College Podcast
Episode: Creating Opportunities for Historically Underserved Communities: The Way to College Podcast with Dr. Cristobal Rodriguez
Description: In this episode of The Way to College Podcast, Dr. Jose Saldivar sits down with Dr. Cristóbal RodrÃguez, a leading voice in education policy and equity. From growing up in El Paso to earning a congressional scholarship that took him to Germany at age 16, Dr. RodrÃguez shares the pivotal moments that shaped his journey. He reflects on working with migrant and tribal communities, serving on the White House Commission on Educational Excellence, and why affirming students’ cultural and familial assets is critical to building opportunity.This is a conversation about purpose, resilience, and the ongoi...