Hosted by Brian White and Jasmine Jetton-Gonzales. First Up is brought to you by the Illinois Student Assistance Commission, or ISAC for short. Here on First Up, every episode will be filled with informative conversation, advice, and stories about the challenges — and triumphs — that many first generation college students and their families experience. Join our hosts and guests as we discuss all the things we wish we knew before, during, and after college.
First Up: Brought to You by ISAC
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Hosted by Brian White and Jasmine Jetton-Gonzales. First Up is brought to you by the Illinois Student Assistance Commission, or ISAC for short. Here on First Up, every episode will be filled with informative conversation, advice, and stories about the challenges — and triumphs — that many first generation college students and their families experience. Join our hosts and guests as we discuss all the things we wish we knew before, during, and after college.
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Recent Episodes
April 29, 2026
Episode 45: From Campus to Content: A Gen Z Money Mentor
Welcome to another episode of First Up, brought to you by ISAC. In this previously recorded episode, we sit down with college student, content creator, and podcast host Jacey Saige.
February 26, 2026
Episode 44: After the Degree: Life, Career & Uncertainty
In today’s episode, we speak with returning guest and Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Keeayla Wilhite, LCSW, to take a brief look into life after graduation.
February 19, 2026
Episode 43: True or False: College Stereotypes
In today’s episode of First Up, we are joined by returning guest and ISAC’s Adult Outreach Specialist, Paul Oliver III. In this exciting segment we explore college stereotypes in a true or false format.
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