What happens after the TRIO program ends and the professional hustle begins? Elijah Mason (formerly Sandoval) returns to the podcast for her second appearance to catch us up on her journey since graduating from CSU in Fall 2024.

Between her role as a Records Intern for the Arapahoe County District Attorney’s office, pursuing a Master’s at Capella University, and navigating the first year of marriage, Elijah offers a masterclass in managing big life transitions with grace (and a little bit of chaos).

Listen to Elijah’s first appearance ("Chaotic and Organized") here: https://letstalktrio.podbean.com/e/organized-chaos-elijah-sandoval-trio-student-support-services-participant-aac/

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