TRIO OSP: First, but not last!

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Join us as we explore the unique challenges and successes of first-generation and Pell-eligible students navigating higher education at the University of South Carolina. The first, but not the last, podcast was created by TRIO Opportunity Scholars and will feature interviews with students, faculty, and staff. Tune in to gain insight into the experiences and perspectives of this often underrepresented population on college campuses.

Episodes

  1. 11/07/2025

    TRIO Together: Sibling Journeys

    Join TRIO OSP at USC for First, But Not Last: TRIO Together – Sibling Journeys. Through the TRIO Opportunity Scholars Program, we celebrate National First-Generation Celebration Week and the TRIO legacy that pioneered the “first-generation college student” movement. Host Deston sits down with TRIO siblings who share how family, perseverance, and community keep them moving forward — proving we may be first, but we’re not last. Follow @trioospatUSC for more first-gen stories and celebrations.

    20 min
  2. TRIO Together: Sibling Journeys

    11/04/2025

    TRIO Together: Sibling Journeys

    Join TRIO OSP at USC for First, But Not Last: TRIO Together – Sibling Journeys.Through the TRIO Opportunity Scholars Program, we celebrate National First-Generation Celebration Week and the TRIO legacy that pioneered the “first-generation college student” movement. Host Deston sits down with TRIO siblings who share how family, perseverance, and community keep them moving forward — proving we may be first, but we’re not last. Follow @trioospatUSC for more first-gen stories and celebrations.

    20 min
  3. TRIO Testaments: Advocating for Access

    03/13/2025

    TRIO Testaments: Advocating for Access

    This special edition of the First, But Not Last Podcast, hosted by Deston Cedillo, highlights the transformative power of TRIO programs. TRIO Testaments showcases inspiring success stories and the profound impact of TRIO on students, alumni, and communities. Recorded for South Carolina TRIO’s Annual Hill Day Visit, this episode features voices from across the state, including stories from all congressional districts, emphasizing the importance of advocacy, access, and equity in education. Tune in to hear firsthand how TRIO continues to change lives and shape brighter futures throughout South Carolina.

    21 min

  4. 02/22/2025

    TRIO Testaments: National TRIO Day

    In honor of National TRIO Day, this special episode highlights the profound impact of TRIO programs across South Carolina. Through powerful TRIO Testimonies from scholars and advisors at the University of South Carolina, we celebrate the success stories of students whose lives have been transformed by TRIO’s support. TRIO is more than just a program—it’s a lifeline for educational opportunity. Join us as we celebrate the students, mentors, and advocates who make TRIO a powerful force for success! #NationalTRIODay #TRIOWorks #EducationMatters #FirstGenSuccess

    10 min

  5. 02/28/2024

    TRIO Talks: First-Generation College Students discuss transitioning into college

    In this episode, Collin and Deston share their experiences navigating the challenges of being first-generation college students. They offer valuable insights and advice for others facing similar obstacles in their academic journey.

    13 min
  6. TRIO Travels: Education Abroad Experience: Havana, Cuba

    02/28/2024

    TRIO Travels: Education Abroad Experience: Havana, Cuba

    In this episode, we follow ten first-generation college students as they navigate cultural differences, language barriers, and new experiences in a country unlike any they have visited before. Listen in as they share their insights, challenges, and moments of growth during their transformative journey in Havana, Cuba.

    18 min
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Join us as we explore the unique challenges and successes of first-generation and Pell-eligible students navigating higher education at the University of South Carolina. The first, but not the last, podcast was created by TRIO Opportunity Scholars and will feature interviews with students, faculty, and staff. Tune in to gain insight into the experiences and perspectives of this often underrepresented population on college campuses.

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