PISODE SUMMARY
Today’s episode features Ella Steubing, a junior at Texas Tech University and Tri Delta sister from Phi Eta Chapter. Diagnosed with Ewing sarcoma at just 13 years old, Ella shares her powerful story of strength and advocacy. Listen as she discusses her journey through cancer, her commitment to supporting other families facing cancer and the incredible fundraising work of her Texas Tech chapter.
EPISODE NOTES
Imagine being 13, starting eighth grade and working toward making the volleyball team, when a sudden loss of coordination and numbness in your legs leads to a life-changing cancer diagnosis—a tumor growing around your spine. In this touching podcast episode, Ella shares her journey from diagnosis to surgery and chemo, as well as the challenges of losing a sense of normalcy.
Hear Ella’s Tri Delta story, the exceptional fundraising efforts by Phi Eta Chapter for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and her own advocacy to support other families facing cancer. Ella shares what she’s up to now as she faces yet another test of her strength and character—embodying what it means to be a true Tri Delta—brave, bold, and kind.
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