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His introduction to MESA provided not just the academic challenges he needed, but a community that nurtured his growing talents. Bosko vividly remembers the encouragement of Renee Anderson, Oregon MESA’s Founding Director, who recognized his potential and pushed him to dream bigger. Thanks to her guidance, Bosko applied for and won a prestigious Trustee Scholarship to the University of Southern California (USC), a turning point that would shape the next steps of his future.
Bosko Kante: Now
Today, Bosko Kante is now the President, Founder, and Executive Director of HiiiWAV, CEO and Co-founder of ElectroSpit Inc. From humble beginnings in Portland to his multi-Grammy winning production and performing, his journey underscores the transformative power of education, mentorship, and unwavering determination.
They were once a High School student in rural Oregon who looked forward to MESA every week. MESA took on a large role in their life, it was something that first introduced them to Portland State. Jupiter's last year of MESA was bittersweet, for one they were excited to use the skills they had learned the last four years in a new place with new people, on the other hand they were leaving behind something that had empowered not only them but thousands across Oregon.
Jupiter Hernandez: Now
Jupiter Hernandez is a psychology student at Portland State University. MESA was more than just a club for Jupiter. It was a way to connect with other students who were interested in STEM. They enjoyed taking on challenges and being able to apply real science to real community members.
Brook Thompson: Now
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MESA Talks is a series of panels and discussions that bring together our community members, highlighting relevant and important topics around equity. The featured MESA Talk focused on the theme of Non-traditional College Routes, and how each journey is unique.