Episode 65 - Howard Made, Philly Raised: Alicia Oglesby on Counseling, Calling, and Keeping It Real

In this unforgettable episode of Application to Admission, we sit down with Alicia Oglesby Associate Director of College Counseling at Winchester Thurston School, licensed counselor, equity advocate, Howard University alumna, and co-author of Interrupting Racism: Equity and Social Justice in School Counseling. Alicia brings experience, wisdom, and a sharp pen, all wrapped in Philly pride.This conversation dives deep into what it means to champion equity in education, mentor communities, and navigate college counseling with heart and honesty. Expect laughter, realness, and insights that will challenge and inspire.There are guests who bring experience. Some bring wisdom. And then there’s Alicia Oglesby—who brings all that plus a full heart and enough Philly pride to last three lifetimes.In this episode, Alicia shares:How her Howard University experience shapes her work in independent schools.Why she calls herself a legacy educator and what that means.Real strategies for building belonging and pushing past performative DEI.Why families—especially from historically excluded backgrounds—need to start early in the college process.And what it’s like being a mom preparing for her own child’s college journey.This episode is for counselors, parents, students, and educators who believe college access isn’t neutral—and want to make it just.🎧 Tune in, take notes, and share this with your counselor group chat.📚 Learn more about Alicia’s work in Interrupting Racism and connect with her at Winchester Thurston School.🐐 Howard University raised her right. Go Bison!