In this episode of Student Success Stories Neshana and Ruth share their inspiring journeys and tells us what it took to get to where they are today. Coming from South and Central America, Neshana and Ruth narrate their experiences and converse about their struggles growing up and going to school. They talk about the people who have helped them most on their journeys and how they overcame obstacles before coming to UAlbany and after they arrived. Their resilience and perseverance will show you that working through your challenges now will eventually get you to where you want to be. Chapter 2 “Eat the World” :00 - Ruth’s Start After High School :53 - Ruth and Neshana’s Greatest Supports 2:01 - Neshana’s Struggles Growing Up 3:36 - The Importance of Family 6:31 - Dealing with Mental Health Struggles 10:53 - What’s Next for Them Contributors: Neshana (storyteller), Ruth (storyteller), Ariah Matias (sound editor), James Ashley (sound editor), Derick Pilgrim (sound editor), Alejandra Bronfman (postproduction), Ilka Kressner (postproduction), Chris Andre (postproduction), Joanna Dreby (preproduction), Carmen Serrano (Editor/Executive Producer). UAlbany Student Success Stories, Episode 5.2 [Podcast].