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Video highlights from Episode 1 of Capstone Recap, Path to Major.

Hosts Maya Mackey and Chloe Sweitzer, Class of 2024, discuss their paths to becoming Digital Media and Film (DMF) majors at St. Lawrence University.

(Editing by Adri Nothnagle)

(00:00) Introduction

(00:21) Introductions to DMF and other experiences

(05:50) Our experience adapting to our majors 

(07:52) Final thoughts

In the first episode of Capstone Recap, hosts Maya Mackey and Chloe Sweitzer, Class of 2024, discuss their paths to becoming Digital Media and Film (DMF) majors at St. Lawrence University.

Fellow DMF seniors Adri Nothnagle and Emily Boswell join to discuss influential classes and professors and their experiences double-majoring. Topics include the flexibility of DMF and its intersections with various disciplines on campus, as well as opportunities for on-campus media-related jobs, such as broadcasting sports events and editing for campus publications.

The guests highlight the importance of supportive faculty and hands-on experiences in shaping their academic and career paths within the DMF major.

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(00:00) Introduction 

(01:14) Chloe's introduction to DMF and faculty’s help 

(05:20) Tips for major declaration and double majoring 

(13:32) Overlaps between majors and jobs 

(16:37) Previous experiences that led to DMF 

(20:43) Things we would change  

(28:08) Our experiences adapting to our majors 

(33:23) Other recommended classes and a quick story 

(40:13) Outro 

Video highlights from Episode 2 of Capstone Recap, “Finding a Balance."

Hosts Emily Boswell and Adri Nothnagle speak with fellow Digital Media & Film (DMF) majors Jules Naclerio and Billy Goggins about their involvement in Athletics at St. Lawrence University.

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(00:00) Introductions

(02:00) What's your favorite part of being a student athlete?

(08:41) Outro

In Episode 2 of Capstone Recap, “Finding a Balance," hosts Emily Boswell and Adri Nothnagle speak with fellow Digital Media and Film (DMF) majors Jules Naclerio and Billy Goggins about their involvement in Athletics at St. Lawrence University. The hosts and panelists share their experiences with their respective sports and how they got into athletics or started working with athletics.

They discuss how being student-athletes or working with Athletics impacts their academic lives and daily schedules, with each panelist providing a glimpse into their busy schedules. They reflect on the challenges of managing academic responsibilities alongside rigorous training and competition or work schedules. The conversation highlights the demanding nature of their student-athlete roles and the dedication required to maintain a balance between academics and athletics. Despite the challenges, they express enjoyment in their roles and highlight the community, camaraderie, and connections they've found within their teams and workplaces.

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(00:00) Introductions 

(00:32) What's your sport?  

(02:13) How we got into Athletics at SLU 

(05:29) How does being an athlete affect your academic life? 

(11:50) Riding and a horse from Alaska 

(13:24) A day in the life of a student-athlete 

(21:51) Jules’s work as a photographer for Athletics 

(27:00) Dealing with homework while in season 

(29:21) Athletics events 

(36:04) What's your favorite part of being a student-athlete at SLU?, and Outro 

Video highlights from Episode 3 of Capstone Recap, “Opportunities You've Embraced.”

Hosts Lucas Boyden and Jules Naclerio welcome panelists Maya Mackey and Cooper Phillips for a discussion about the various opportunities related to, or made possible by, the DMF program.

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(00:00) Intro

(00:27) Doors opening into the DMF world, and how it changed their lives

(09:16) Future opportunities

(11:47) Outro

In Episode 3 of Capstone Recap, “Opportunities You've Embraced,” hosts Lucas Boyden and Jules Naclerio welcome panelists Maya Mackey and Cooper Phillips for a discussion about the various opportunities related to, or made possible by, the DMF program.

The panelists share personal anecdotes about how faculty members have encouraged and guided them, leading to internships, jobs, and valuable learning experiences. They discuss their involvement in extracurricular activities like the editorial board of The Underground, highlighting the diverse opportunities available to students within the program.

The panelists emphasize the importance of seizing opportunities and not being discouraged by initial setbacks, as well as the importance of staying on the look-out for future opportunities.

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(00:00) Introduction 

(00:29) Faculty at SLU 

(03:00) PCA and DMF: Classes cross over 

(06:45) Jules in “trouble” 

(07:21) The Underground and the Hill News: Differences 

(09:38) How did Maya start working at Appleton Arena? 

(13:41) “Bridge” 

(14:09) Doors opening into the DMF world, and how it changed their lives 

(25:27) Future opportunities: thinking after SLU 

(33: 31) Maya's take away on being a student-worker, and grind culture 

(38:00) Multi-field majors and outro 

Video highlights from Episode 4 of Capstone Recap, "Lessons Learned."

Hosts Billy Goggins and Cooper Phillips chat with panelists Lucas Boyden and Chloe Sweitzer about their experiences in the DMF (Digital Media and Film) major, discussing lessons learned, pivotal moments, and what they would do differently.

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(00:00) Intro

(00:20) Key takeaways learned

(02:07) Courses that pushed us to try something new 

(04:22) Plans and goals for after undergrad

(07:16) Outro

In Episode 4 of Capstone Recap, "Lessons Learned," hosts Billy Goggins and Cooper Phillips are joined by panelists Lucas Boyden and Chloe Sweitzer. They reflect on their experiences in the Digital Media and Film (DMF) major, discussing lessons learned, pivotal moments, and what they would do differently.

Key lessons highlighted include the importance of keeping options open, not burning bridges, and approaching the major with an open mind. The panelists discuss their paths to the DMF major, including Lucas's decision to double major and Chloe's transition from communications. Advice for younger selves includes starting to pursue passions sooner and navigating general education requirements more efficiently.

The discussion emphasizes flexibility, exploration, and proactive engagement in shaping one's academic journey and pursuits post-graduation.

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(00:00) Introduction 

(00:29) Key takeaways learned 

(03:26) What got us into DMF, and other academic interests

(10:13) Words of wisdom for our younger selves 

(12:29) Classes at SLU: Good and bad 

(20:00) Independent study experiences and faculty support 

(28:33) More on classes: How courses pushed us to try something new 

(33:20) Advocating for ourselves 

(37:07) Plans and goals for after undergrad

(41:31) Outro