Bri Pacelli, originally from Southern California, joined KGUN 9 as a multimedia journalist and reporter in October of 2023. She recently graduated from Arizona State University's Walter Cronkite School, where she earned a degree in journalism and mass communication.
TUCSON, Ariz. — The University of Arizona's Native SOAR Program is making waves nationally by helping middle and high school students discover resources in higher education through the lens of indigenous teachings. KGUN 9’s Bri Pacelli recently visited the Tucson High Magnet School, where this program is engaging with high school students.
Director of Native SOAR Felisia Tagaban Jaskan explained the program not only educates students about Native American scholars and the history of American Indian education. It also empowers them to become mentors themselves.Beyond student support, the program extends its assistance to families as well.
For many SOAR students, being the first in their families to attend college brings a significant transition. Ruben Aguirre, a senior at Tucson High Magnet School, shared, “In my family, I'll be the first person to attend college in person. So, I figured, I needed to get a head start on learning about what college is and learning about the resources.”
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