From Rags to Riches; from the poverty of a small mining town to the city-life of northern virginia.

The limitations of growing up in a coal mining town, going to college, and becoming a respected teacher in a newly developing Virginia school system.

Kellyn talks speaks of her college experience with Kestyn Ellis

Kellyn summarizes what pushed her to choose her school and major. She goes on to talk about the highlights of college and the impact she hopes to have on her students

What’s it like being a special education teacher?

I got the pleasure of interviewing my aunt to learn more about her profession. She’s inlove with being a special education teacher.

Dakota and Kayla’s College Experience

A recount of Dakota and Kayla’s college life and the events surrounding it.

Stories of my Mom

My name is Angelica Berrios (29) and my mother passed away two years ago. In honor of her, I wanted to share a couple of stories about her character along with my boyfriend, Osmar Cedeno (26).

Bill Porter Interview with William Porter (Grandfather)

William Porter (80) answers questions about his life and gives advice on how to live a happy life.

Jason and Justin talk about Justin’s life through high school and college.
November 26, 2018 App Interview

We talk about his life in college and how his morals have helped him through getting a career and being successful in life.

My Parents on Their First Year as Empty Nesters and Raising Twin Daughters

Topics discussed include: cherished family memories, the attitudes toward pursuing higher education in the Black community, and the experience of having twin daughters out-of-state in college for the first time.

November 30, 2017 Interview with Shery Kearney

An interview with an inspiring english teacher about her life and the lessons she has learned.

Diane, retired teacher, talks about her family and reflects on her accomplishments as a teacher.

Diane (76) is asked about her childhood and family, as well as the people who affected her life the most. She reflects on her own and her son's weddings, as well as her daughter-in-law. Diane answers why she wanted to...

First semester of college

Derek (17) interviews his father, Dr Griffin (49) about his first semester in college.

The 1960’s

I spoke with a very close family friend (a grandfather to me) about his experience in the 60’s. We spoke of Kennedy, the National Guard, Vietnam War, Segregation, and more.

My grandfather's journey through college

In this interview, conducted in November 2022 in Greenbrae, California, Alana Leifer (15) interviews her mother, Monica Leifer(52), who looks back on her father's life. Monica tells an inspirational story about her father's academic journey and how he never felt...