Krupa Bharodiya and Kelis Johnson

atch this episode with Krupa Bharodiya and Kelis Johnson as they discuss their internship experiences and their time as Obama-Chesky Voyager Scholars. Krupa and Kelis talk with Josh about how they went about looking for their internship experiences and why it is important to make connections. Kelis also mentions what it was like studying at Columbia University over the summer in New York City, and how she found herself at such a prestigious university. Krupa tells us about her experience interning at the White House and how studying abroad helped her as a student. Finally, Krupa, Kelis, and Josh get into breaking down imposter syndrome and the importance of being confident enough to achieve such ambitious goals.

What is Beyond the Bell Tower?

This is Beyond the Bell Tower, a podcast for students enrolled in the TRIO Programs at NC State. Current students, alumni and community members share their personal stories to offer support and guidance to TRIO Program students. The episodes focus on all things related to academics, finances, career and personal development and culture to promote undergraduate and graduate school success relevant to the low-income, first-generation college student experience.