From NYU Dream to UMES Reality. — Ep. 58

What Makes UMES Stand Out? Meet Victoria Casteel, a sophomore biology pre-med major at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES). In this episode, Victoria shares her journey from applying to over 50 colleges to finally choosing UMES. Her college selection journey gives insight into the realities behind choice and decision when it comes to the options available to Black students attending college. From her dream of becoming a reconstruction plastic surgeon to her leadership aspirations on campus, Victoria’s story is eventually one of ambition, resilience, and community. Tune in for insights into the beauty of UMES, its impactful STEM programs, and the reality that “the journey of a Black college student isn’t always freeing.” 🎧 Tune in now to hear the real deal to hear how Victoria Casteel turned NYU dreams into UMES reality, found her voice, and aims to shape healthcare's future. All opinions expressed by guests do not reflect the views of "I Love My HBCU?" A new episode premieres every Saturday at Noon EST. Follow us on Instagram — https://instagram.com/ilovemyhbcyou Watch on YouTube — https://www.youtube.com/@ilovemyhbcyou Listen on Apple Podcast — https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/i-love-my-hbcu/id1698859331 Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/show/1Ump3xDUAbKxX9pH68AFIB Amazon Music — https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/9bdfc506-3fd6-4279-afab-267f5e431b3c/i-love-my-hbcu Connect on LinkedIn — https://linkedin.com/company/i-love-my-hbcu