TRIO ISU First Gen Triumph

09/16/2025

The First Gen Triumph Podcast kicks off with the amazing Char-Michelle McDowell, first-gen ISU & TRIO alumna, author, advisor, and coach! �
She’s sharing her journey, purpose, and power. Tune in now!

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04/30/2024

Happy Triumph Tuesday. This is the last one of the semester. I hope as you are preparing for finals that you may reflect on how you have triumphed over this semester. Today quotes come from John Steinbeck.

Steinbeck states, “ Somewhere in the world there is a defeat for everyone. Some are destroyed by defeat, and some made small and mean by victory. Greatness lives in one who triumphs equally over defeat and victory.” You have achieved triumph by finishing this semester. You did it, all the hard work is paying off.

You conquer and persevered through this semester. One step closer to the ultimate goal!

04/16/2024

Happy Triumph Tuesday! The semester is coming to an end and I hope you y'all are doing good and excelling in your academics. Today Quote comes from John Cheever.

Let’s finish this school year off strong! Go Redbirds!

04/02/2024

Happy Triumph Tuesday! We might all need some motivation to keep pushing forward. Today quote comes from Daniel Ortega.

Daniel Ortega states, “ Conditions are ripe for triumph. We will win and we will wield great power here.” Situations are made for achievement and to help people achieve victory over the situation.

What is something you are ripped to have victory over?

04/01/2024

Good Evening Friends!

If you click on the link below it will give you some news on the FAFSA updates. I hope you find this helpful.

https://www.npr.org/2024/01/31/1228082594/fafsa-student-financial-aid-delay?fbclid=IwAR1q8wIJulS3CX_HOE4gBAZ5MT8LD61at3hSsRweDAO8kKo7hQH

The department needs extra time to fix a mistake that could have hurt lower-income borrowers, but the delay means all students will have to wait longer for their college aid offers.

03/19/2024

Happy Triumph Tuesday! Welcome back from break! I hope everyone had time to reset, relax, and refocus to finish the semester strong. Today’s quote from Simon Holt

Simon Holt states, “Surrender to your fear so you may triumph over it.” Give in to whatever is holding you back and be bold to take control over it. Only then you will not be defeated and have power over whatever is holding you back?

What are some fears or concerns you have this semester and how will you conquer it?

Please feel free to share.

03/05/2024

02/27/2024

Happy Triumph Tuesday! We hope the semester is going great and that you’re read to conquer midterms. Today's quote comes from Manuel Pellegrini

Manuel Pellegrini states, “ This hunger of triumph is fundamental in order to get results.” The willingness and determination to achieve something is a necessary element to get results by working for it.

What is one goal you have this semester or in life that you deeply desire?

02/13/2024

Happy Tuesday friends and family, today is TRIUMPH Tuesday. Today's quote comes from Stanislaw Lem.

Stanislaw Lem states, “A dream will always triumph over reality, once it is given the chance.” When someone is given a chance to fulfill their dream and to accomplish their goals into reality, it has a possibility to become success.

What are some dreams and short term goals you have?

02/06/2024

Join us in the latest episode of our podcast as we shine a spotlight on a remarkable first generation student majoring in social work. Dre has faced and conquered numerous obstacles, dedicating his life to achieving success. Hear firsthand about his journey of perseverance and resilience.

Don't miss this powerful narrative of the pursuit of generational triumph and the profound influence of cultural identity.

02/05/2024

TOMORROW, TOMORROW, TOMORROW!!!!!!

Gear up to join us for the 6th season of the First Generation TRIUMPH Podcast! The podcast will air live, here on Facebook, tomorrow at 12pm! It will also be available at 12pm on our Spotify. You may find the link to our Spotify in our Bio.

If you or someone you know is interested in becoming a guest on the podcast let us know!

01/30/2024

Happy Triumph Tuesday! Welcome back from break, I hope you had time to reset and relax.

Time to refocus and conquer this semester with hard work and dedication. Today’s quote comes from Pierre Cornielle. Cornielle states to win without risk is to triumph without glory, meaning in order to achieve something you sometimes have to be brave and courageous , so being able to withstand the challenges life may bring us the honor is in the triumph.

What are you looking forward to achieving this semester?

Tune in to another great episode of the podcast airing Tuesday, February 6th, on our page. We are also on spotify too, you can just click the link on our page.

If you or someone you know is interested in joining the podcast as a guest let us know!! See you soon!!