BOLD - A University of St. Thomas-Houston Podcast

In this episode of BOLD, we talk to Christel Vallagomesa, a UST psychology major, who was originally born in the Philippines. Host Isabel Garcia asks about her experience moving from the Philippines to the U.S., embracing her culture in an American setting and saying her name correctly. They also talk about her experience at UST and how she continues to learn and grow as a person. Follow us on social for the most up-to-date happenings at MAX Studios: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maxstudiosust [https://www.instagram.com/maxstudiosust] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maxstudiosust [https://www.facebook.com/maxstudiosust] Website: https://ustmaxstudios.com/ [https://ustmaxstudios.com/]

In this episode of BOLD, we talk to Gloria Bounds, a two-time UST alumna and Manager in Corporate Community Relations for Centerpoint Energy. At UST, she studied communications, international studies and received her MBA in Finance. She shares her UST experience, learning about service and diversity, and tells us how it prepared her for the work she does today. She also talks about her involvement with Latin Women's Initiative, the importance of community and how it influences her whole life. Gloria and her husband, Jesse [https://ustmaxstudios.com/love-and-relationships/how-two-alumni-met-got-married-and-serve-their-community/], were honorary chairs for the 2022 Two Saints and A Taco Tasting, which is an alumni-sponsored event that raises money for student scholarships. Links: MAX Studios Website https://ustmaxstudios.com/ MAX Studios Instagram @maxstudiosust https://www.instagram.com/maxstudiosust/

In this episode of BOLD, we talk to Margaret Edozie, a BioChem major who is SUPER INVOLVED! Isabel Garcia, Host, asks her about balancing extracurriculars and academics, and which is more important. They also talk about serving and being served, and what Margaret gets out of her extracurriculars. Follow us on social for the most up-to-date happenings at MAX Studios: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maxstudiosust [https://www.instagram.com/maxstudiosust] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maxstudiosust [https://www.facebook.com/maxstudiosust] Website: https://ustmaxstudios.com/ [https://ustmaxstudios.com/]

In this episode of BOLD, Isabel Garcia talks to Naadir Mehta, a UST Alum and a two-time colon cancer survivor. Mehta shares his story, the struggles of going through chemotherapy and how important his faith was during that journey. He talks about the importance of mentality and how it has carried over to the other aspects of his life. Follow us on social for the most up-to-date happenings at MAX Studios: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maxstudiosust Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maxstudiosust Website: https://ustmaxstudios.com/

In this episode of BOLD, Isabel Garcia talks to Dan Garcia, a UST Alum and Director of the Rising Stars Program. Garcia talks about his experience as a first generation college student at UST and why he thinks this job will be his last! Finally they talk about the Rising Stars Program and how this program is changing students' lives. Learn more about Rising Stars: https://www.stthom.edu/RisingStars [https://www.stthom.edu/RisingStars] Follow us on social for the most up-to-date happenings at MAX Studios: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maxstudiosust [https://www.instagram.com/maxstudiosust]Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maxstudiosust [https://www.facebook.com/maxstudiosust]Website: https://ustmaxstudios.com/ [https://ustmaxstudios.com/]