Breaking Barriers: Genevieve Gandara on Caltech, Stanford, and Advocating in STEM

29/07/2025 42 min

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Episode Synopsis

In this episode of SHPE Out Loud, Genevieve Gandara, a mechanical engineering student at Caltech soon heading to Stanford, shares her inspiring journey in STEM. From robotics teams in her school years to navigating the rigorous academics at Caltech, Genevieve opens up about the importance of community, resilience, and advocacy. She discusses confronting bias, finding her passion in sustainable design, and her experiences with SHPE, including attending the national convention. Genevieve’s story highlights the power of determination and reminds us why representation in STEM is so crucial.To learn more about SHPE and how you can get involved, visit shpe.org.

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