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Breaking Down Barriers to College Access with Joanna de Peña

Breaking Down Barriers to College Access with Joanna de Peña

In this episode of College & Career Readiness Radio, Joanna de Pena, founder and CEO of Top Notch Scholars, challenges the myths surrounding college access and affordability. Drawing on her experience mentoring more than 18,000 students and professionals, Joanna shares practical ways educators can help students explore their options, minimize debt, and make informed decisions about their futures.

Breaking Down Barriers to College Access with Joanna de Peña

October 13, 2026

Breaking Down Barriers to College Access with Joanna de Peña

Helping Students to Become Self-Aware

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Helping Students to Become Self-Aware

Removing the Red Tape from Paid Internships with Corey Koopmans

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Removing the Red Tape from Paid Internships with Corey Koopmans

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