In this episode of the ESAB podcast, co-hosts Andrea and Chris interview Sarron Delke, a graduating senior majoring in kinesiology and the current president of ESAB. Sarron shares her journey as an EOP student at San Diego State University, discussing her initial shyness and how involvement with ESAB helped her grow into a leadership role. The conversation highlights the importance of community, mentorship, and the resources provided by EOP. Sarron emphasizes the transformative power of support and leadership experiences, encouraging students to seek help, embrace opportunities, and recognize their value within the academic community.

In this episode of the ESAB Podcast, we’re joined by Brenda Alvarez, the current Outreach & Recruitment Chair and next year’s incoming President of ESAB! Brenda shares about her experience navigating imposter syndrome, especially as a first-generation, and EOP student at SDSU. She opens up about how hard her freshman year was, what helped her finally feel like she belonged, and how EOP—and ESAB—became her home on campus.

In this episode of the ESAB Podcast, hosts Andrea and an Chris interview Mario Barahona Miguel, the assistant program coordinator for the Educational Opportunity Program (EOP) at San Diego State University (SDSU). Mario shares his journey from a student at California State University, San Marcos, to his current role at SDSU. The discussion highlights the importance of community and involvement in college, particularly for students of color. Mario emphasizes the need for targeted support initiatives, better compensation for student workers, and the role of staff in fostering a sense of belonging and empowerment among students.