Stand Up

🎓 In this powerful episode of Ramplifi, we sit down with Louie Aguilera, a VVC student, History major, future Library Science student 📚, and President of the Gender & Sexuality Alliance (GSA) 🏳️‍🌈.Louie shares his deeply personal and inspiring journey—covering identity, leadership, sobriety, resilience, and what it truly means to find purpose through education ✨.From navigating college as a non‑traditional Gen X student to mentoring younger peers on campus, this episode highlights the power of community, representation, and second chances.Together, the conversation explores: 🎓 Student leadership and campus involvement 🏳️‍🌈 Building safe and inclusive spaces through GSA 💬 Generational perspectives and lived experience 💪 Sobriety, mental health, and personal growth 🌱 Turning adversity into strength and serviceThis episode also highlights important student support resources available at VVC, including mental health services and the Symba Center 🧠💙, emphasizing that no one has to navigate college—or life—alone. Whether you’re a current student, alumni, or community member, this episode offers an honest, heartfelt discussion about growth, accountability, and belonging.