Radio Rootz

Once again the youth of Radio Rootz got to take over the airwaves of WBAI's Global Movements Urban Struggles. 99.5Fm on Tuesday August 12, 2008. Hear the Radio Rootz crew discuss senioritis; the importance of college; a trip to Cambodia; and the summer media organizing program, also known as SMOP. So have your eyes closed and ears open as Radio Rootz comes through your speakers and into your heart!!!!

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Crystal Santana's very personal story is about a struggle that many people may share.  Below she gives us some background and is also letting us publish an intimate letter.  Please read on, and afterwards, and share some of your stories or just voice what you're thinking here.

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Why do we go to college? Is it our own decision or pressure from our parents? Is it our desire to learn or the promise of a higher paycheck? Is it to realize our potential and achieve our dreams or to hang out with friends? Take a listen as Marya Tambawala explores whether or not college is for everyone?