Today Dr. Abel Antonio Chávez is having a Charla with Gilberto Castro: scholar, artist, and advocate. From supporting his brother to pursuing dreams of joining the FBI or CIA, he’s driven to make a difference. A full scholarship student at OLLU, he’s also a musician with an EP in the works and the author of My Black Box, available on Amazon. As President of the Cold Case Club and a Muay Thai enthusiast, Gilberto is chasing goals, breaking barriers, and rocking out along the way!

For the first episode of "Charla con Chávez" our guest is student Nemesis Crociata. a first-generation student, who was raised in Toledo, Ohio, and discovered her passion for helping others at OLLU’s Social Work program. A McNair Scholar, she has balanced numerous jobs over the years to fund her education. In 2025, she will graduate with a degree in Social Work and Sociology, with plans to pursue a master’s, a Ph.D. in Global Wealth and Equality, and a career in research and teaching to support underserved communities.