The Way to College Podcast - Ep 172 - Jose Navarro, PhD - From East LA to Academia

This week on The Way to College Podcast, I’m joined by Dr. Jose Navarro, Chair of the Ethnic Studies Department at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo. Despite his impressive academic achievements, Jose’s path to success was far from straightforward. In this episode, we delve into his inspiring journey from growing up in the Ramona Gardens housing projects of East Los Angeles to becoming a respected scholar and educator. Tune in to hear how determination, resilience, and a passion for education shaped Jose’s remarkable story.