The Red Zone is back—and we’re stepping into this new era with purpose. In Episode 1 of The Red Zone Revamped, we dive into “Making Homes in Different Area Codes,” an honest and affirming conversation about the out-of-state student experience for Black women at HBCUs. Rooted in Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.’s Five-Point Programmatic Thrust with a focus on Educational Development, this episode explores what it really means to build community, find support, and thrive far from home.

Hosted by Briana Jones-Gill of Dallas, TX, this episode features a dynamic panel of scholars—Aza Dunwoody, Machaela Thomas, and Kamryn Worrell—who share personal stories of culture shock, growth, and resilience as Black women navigating new cities, campuses, and identities. From creating chosen family to leveraging campus and sorority resources, our guests offer real strategies, honest reflections, and affirming advice for students considering—or already living—the out-of-state college life.