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Education Chat: Social Media in Higher Education

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Season 2. Episode 11.

Social media usage is now the standard for higher education institutions. From student relations to recruitment to fundraising to crisis management, it’s a powerful communications tool. As Gen- Z goes to college, establishing a presence on social media is more important than ever.  

This week Alyssa and Alysha sat down with Bianca and Marcos, two members of Lets Go To College – A student-led virtual community and online hub that supports underrepresented students through college completion, early adulthood, and career planning.

 In this brand-new episode, we dive into the resources that they provide, and the advantages of using social media to support college students. To hear more, tune in to this week’s episode of Education Chat.

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Education Chat tells the stories of students in the Inland Empire by cultivating meaningful discussions about lived experiences, successes, and opportunities for growth. Join GIA Interns Alysha Paulino and Alyssa Silva as they engage in candid conversations with students throughout the region. The show is produced by Growing Inland Achievement, a collective impact organization in the Inland Empire with a mission to increase economic prosperity in the region by increasing educational attainment. 

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