"Persistent" - Chelsey Toms - TRIO Alumna & Academic Advisor For TRIO Upward Bound Let’s Talk TRIO podcast

This week, we're excited to welcome Chelsey Toms, a proud alumna of both the TRIO Educational Talent Search and Student Support Services programs. Chelsey's story is an inspiring example of dedication and leadership within the TRIO community.

Join us as Chelsey shares her incredible journey, from her time as a TRIO participant to her current role as Academic Advisor for the TRIO Upward Bound program at Davis and Elkins College in West Virginia. You'll also hear about her recent election as President-Elect for the prestigious Mid-Eastern Association of Educational Opportunity Program Personnel (MEAOPP), a role she'll transition into as President this upcoming academic year! Discover how her TRIO roots continue to shape her impactful career and leadership within educational opportunity.

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