Join Ms. Deanna Perez, '22 and Pam Salokangas, Colby College Assoc. Director of Engagement for their discussion about the transition from Houston, TX to Waterville, ME, her experience with the Posse Foundation while attending Colby College, getting involved with power-lifting, and one of her favorite Houston restaurants--Pluckers.  

Deanna and I met October 2023 while I was visiting Texas for Colby's Welcome To The City events.  We had a very engaging alumni group in Houston that evening, and during the second half of the evening, enjoyed a sit-down for some storytelling.  I thought of inviting her to join me for an episode of the "Engage With Colby!" podcast because I really enjoyed her story of her "posse," and how that group was formed, made the trek to Colby College for their undergrad degrees, and how they are still in touch today.   Deanna is a working professional now at Rice University as an Assistant Director of Engagement.

Enjoy this podcast session where we talk about Colby's COOT program, what Deanna loves about Houston, and how she has transitioned to her new position.

Deanna Perez '03 Biography
Associate Director of Engagement Pam Salokangas Biography
If you're in Texas or Louisiana, visit a Pluckers!
Colby College Alumni Website