First Gen Playbook

Listen in as host Manny Tejeda is joined by Shameka Shoemaker, CFES (Brilliant Pathways) alumna, who shares her inspiring journey from being a first-generation college student to pursuing a PhD in educational leadership. She discusses the challenges she faced in navigating college, the importance of community support, and her passion for giving back. Shameka emphasizes the role of perseverance and open-mindedness in achieving success and encourages others to challenge the status quo. Chapters (00:00:00) - The Blueprint(00:01:37) - First-Generation Students at the Blueprint(00:06:13) - St. John's alumnus on her path to a Ph(00:09:24) - CFVs in the Community(00:11:34) - Inspiring Students: Perseverance(00:13:03) - The Blueprint: College and Career Readiness