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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[On this episode of TechCrew Connect, former TechCrew student, Grant, shares how the program turned him from shy introvert to IT professional and sharing the stage with Michael Dell at Dell Tech World. And Dell’s own Joshua Gamboa explains why learning the people skills and the technical skills in the TechCrew program helps students, like Grant, achieve their career goals—even when that means aiming to take your boss’s job. Learn more at https://studenttechcrew.com/ ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[This episode reveals why meaningful work starts at the intersection of creativity and technology. And TechCrew student Alejandra explains how the program has given her the skills to teach others outside the classroom, and learn from them too. Learn more at https://studenttechcrew.com/ ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Chelsy became a part of Student TechCrew through her school located on a military installation. The confidence she gained in TechCrew led her to pursue the Battalion Commander rank in her ROTC program and become the first female president of her campus's Cyberpatriots program, dedicated to safeguarding people's rights regarding their data. Chelsy will be pursuing a degree in computer science with a specialization in cybersecurity. Additionally, she is her E-Sports club's vice president and is...]]></itunes:summary>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[ Byte-ing Off a Piece of Technology Sales  In this episode, former TechCrew student Jason shares how he plans to utilize the experience and skills gained in the Student TechCrew program to build a career in technology sales. Plus, Matthew, Inside Sales Rep at Dell, shares what it takes to be successful in this field. Learn more at https://studenttechcrew.com/ ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Join us as former TechCrew student Bengy shares his experience balancing college with a tech career. As he attends classes, he also serves and as a part time technician for his local school district—and he'll share how he makes it all happen. Plus, we'll learn how Sonny from the Dell Software Architecture team pursued his dream job and leveraged his passion for coding to build a successful career in technology. Learn more at https://studenttechcrew.com/ ]]></itunes:summary>
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    <itunes:summary><![CDATA[Listen as we explore what it takes to build a career in cybersecurity, including insights and advice to inspire the next generation to pursue their dreams in technology. We'll also celebrate former TechCrew student Litzy's pathway from the TechCrew program to her aspiration to pursue a career in technology and showcase the power of mentorship and knowledge sharing. Learn more at https://studenttechcrew.com/ ]]></itunes:summary>
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