{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"From Spearman to Spain: A Fulbright Story with Filiberto \u201cFili\u201d Avila","description":"In this inspiring episode, Broc Carter sits down with Filiberto Avila\u2014known to many as Fili\u2014a Spearman, Texas native currently wrapping up a Fulbright fellowship in Madrid, Spain. Fili shares his incredible journey from growing up in a rural Panhandle town to becoming student body president at West Texas A&M University, participating in the Rogers LEAD program, and ultimately teaching university-level students in Spain. Fili reflects on: His academic and leadership experiences at WTAMU The impact of the Rogers LEAD program and student government Helping launch the Market on Tierra Blanca food pantry in Canyon Life and learning in Madrid as a Fulbright Fellow Teaching international students and promoting cultural exchange Why he\u2019s returning home to teach high school English in Spearman His dreams of serving in the U.S. Foreign Service This conversation is a testament to the power of small-town roots, public service, and global perspective. Fili\u2019s story is a reminder that great things can start in the Panhandle\u2014and make their way around the world. Resources Mentioned: Learn about The Fulbright Program ","author_name":"This is the Panhandle","author_url":"https:\/\/amarilloareafoundation.org","html":"