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Recent Episodes

April 13, 2024

It's a Summertime Matter

Summertime will be upon us soon! In this final episode of Season 2, we provide some parent to parent advice on how to guide your rising Senior, college bound student or current college student over the summer months. August …
April 6, 2024

It's an SAT/ACT Matter

In this episode, we discuss UT Austin's decision to reinstate standardized test requirements for applicants and what this means for your student. Join us as we discuss this shift among top universities, plus the important ch…
March 30, 2024

It's a Student Loan Limit Matter

💰 Student Loans 101: Wondering about borrowing limits for undergrads? Learn the facts on student debt, loan options, and how parents can support their children's college journey. Tune in to our podcast for insights! #Student…

Recent Blog Posts

Personal statement essays are an “interview on paper”

On our last episode of the Moments that Matter podcast, I had a chance to sit down with Paige Cisneros, the owner of Cisneros College Consulting, an independent education consultant, to delve into the world of college essays and uncover the secrets …

About the Hosts

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Laura A. Escamilla

Host / Mom / Executive Director

I am an Executive Director of a non-profit organization, Stars Scholarship Fund, located in South Texas. I have served as Executive Director since 2012. I have worked with Stars Scholarship Fund for eighteen years. Before serving in this role, I served as Public Relations Coordinator. I have worked collaboratively with a statewide board of directors, staff, higher education institutions, businesses, and nonprofits serving the region to build a more visible, influential, and resilient organization to provide scholarships to students who might not otherwise have the resources to pursue higher education.
I have earned a Bachelor’s in Business Administration (BBA) in Management and a Master’s in Public Administration (MPA) from the University of Texas–Pan American, I am currently pursing a Doctorate of Education at Northeastern University. I am an associate member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association.
My husband, Isaac Escamilla works in education as a Database Administrator and is a (my) tech guru. We have two children. Our daughter is currently in graduate school and our son has completed his first year in college.

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Isaac R. Escamilla

Producer

Isaac Escamilla is the producer of the Moments that Matter podcast, a parent to two outstanding children, two fur babies, and husband to an extraordinary woman. He lives in McAllen, is a professional right-clicker/professional developer, misses Austin, and lives and breathes for good company, good music, and great friends. Send feedback to isaac@momentsmatterpod.com and tweets to @That1saac