In Part 2, Lisa continues her conversation with educator and author Sofía De Jesús. They dive deeper into the importance of equity and accessibility in computer science education,..

In this episode of They Are Waiting For Us, Lisa welcomes Sofía De Jesús, author of Applied Computational Thinking with Python and a seasoned educator with over 24 years of experience.

In the second part of this insightful conversation, Lisa continues her discussion with Micah Kennedy, a professional learning manager at Code.org, exploring the evolving role of..

Lisa sits down with Micah Kennedy, a professional learning manager at Code.org, to discuss the rising influence of artificial intelligence (AI) in the education landscape. Micah shares..

In the second part, Lisa explores San José State University's role in shaping the Silicon Valley workforce with Dr. Cynthia Teniente-Matson. Given the university's proximity to tech..

In the latest episode of the inspiring podcast "They Are Waiting For Us," Lisa welcomes Dr. Cynthia Teniente-Matson, the 31st President of San José State University and a trailblazer in..

In the second half of the episode, Lesley Slaton Brown dives deeper into her pioneering work in the diversity, equity, and inclusion space. She talks about the first steps to creating a diversity..

This week, Lisa is joined by Lesley Slaton Brown, the Chief Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer at the National Basketball Association. Lesley is a true trailblazer in the DEI space, implementing robust..

In the second half of her discussion with California State Senator John Laird, Lisa dives deeper into critical issues facing the state's education system. The conversation turns to the..

This week on They Are Waiting For Us, Lisa Andrew welcomes California State Senator John Laird to the show. Senator Laird has spent over two decades dedicated to public service in..

In the second part of their conversation, Brandon explores some of the exciting potential applications of AI in education with Lisa. He shares insights on how AI can enhance and..

Lisa welcomes accomplished technology sales leader Brandon Middleton to the show this week. With over 17 years of driving growth for emerging tech companies, Brandon shares his..

How did Taylor Shead come up with the idea of creating a 3D immersive game-based learning platform? What inspired her to focus on this part of the education eco-sphere? In this part of the..

Imagine a world where learning is as fun and exciting as playing a video game. That’s the world that Taylor Shead, the CEO and Founder of Stemuli, is creating with her innovative 3D..

In the second part of Lisa's discussion with Juan Sánchez Muñoz, the Chancellor explains what makes UC Merced a compelling choice for students seeking advanced education. 

Trailblazers inspire us to reach for our dreams. UC Merced Chancellor Juan Sánchez Muñoz embodies the resilient spirit of immigrants who shaped the abundance of America's Central..

In the conclusion of Lisa’s talk with Katrina Stevens, the President and CEO of The Tech, Katrina dives into the huge impact of expanding broadband connectivity, including for Native American communities.

How can we unlock the potential in every learner and open doors to new opportunities? Lisa’s inspirational guest Katrina Stevens has devoted her career to transforming education and..

Lisa and Dr. Derek Mitchell wrap up their talk by exploring the intersection of education and social justice. They discuss how race affects the experiences and outcomes of students from..

What does it take to be a leader who can transform some of the most challenged schools and districts in the country? How can educators use data, equity, and innovation to create lasting..