Choose UCalgary Podcast

Welcome to Season 9 of Choose UCalgary, the University of Calgary's prospective student podcast. The Choose UCalgary Podcast is intended for any prospective student who is hoping to learn more about the University of Calgary. We will chat with key representatives from the UCalgary community to help keep you updated and informed on all things UCalgary.  

Episode 24: In today’s episode, we explore the innovative and boundary-pushing world of design in the Bachelor of Design in City Innovation (BDCI) program in UCalgary’s School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape (SAPL). We’re joined by passionate students Chloe and Hayley, along with Chad Connery, Assistant Professor at SAPL, who share what it’s like to be part of a program that challenges conventions, fosters world-building, and prepares students to address today’s most pressing issues. Learn how SAPL’s interdisciplinary, studio-based approach creates space for exploring diverse fields like fashion, sustainability, urbanism, computational design, and more, all while reimagining the future of our built environment. Plus, hear about the BDCI's exciting move to downtown Calgary and what it means for future students.

Learn more about the School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape at: https://sapl.ucalgary.ca/future-students

Learn more about supportive advising for the BDCI Program: https://discover.ucalgary.ca/portal/saplarticle 

Prospective Student Resources: 

Download the app today: https://ucalgary.ca/future-students/guidebook?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Undergraduate Discover UCalgary Blog: https://discover.ucalgary.ca/portal/discoverucalgary_blog?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

How to apply for admissions: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/admissions/how-to-apply?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Choose from 250+ program combinations: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/programs?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Connect with a recruiter: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/contact/recruiters?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Ways to customize your degree: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/programs/selecting-degree?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

For more information about UCalgary: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Follow us on Instagram @choose.ucalgary, YouTube, and the University of Calgary Future Students Facebook page! DM us your questions or any topic you would like to see on the Choose UCalgary Podcast!

Welcome to Season 9 of Choose UCalgary, the University of Calgary's prospective student podcast. The Choose UCalgary Podcast is intended for any prospective student who is hoping to learn more about the University of Calgary. We will chat with key representatives from the UCalgary community to help keep you updated and informed on all things UCalgary.  

Episode 23: Today, we’re joined by Dr. Nadia Delanoy, a professor in the Werklund School of Education, and two students, Abi and Randesh, from the same faculty. We'll be diving into how the way students learn is evolving, the role of technology in education, and what the Werklund School of Education has to offer future students.

Learn more about the Werklund School of Education: https://werklund.ucalgary.ca/undergraduate-programs/future-students?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Prospective Student Resources: 

Register for a Campus Tour Today: https://discover.ucalgary.ca/portal/undergraduate_tours?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Undergraduate Discover UCalgary Blog: https://discover.ucalgary.ca/portal/discoverucalgary_blog?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

How to apply for admissions: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/admissions/how-to-apply?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Choose from 250+ program combinations: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/programs?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Connect with a recruiter: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/contact/recruiters?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Ways to customize your degree: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/programs/selecting-degree?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

For more information about UCalgary: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Follow us on Instagram @choose.ucalgary, YouTube, and the University of Calgary Future Students Facebook page! DM us your questions or any topic you would like to see on the Choose UCalgary Podcast!

Welcome to Season 9 of Choose UCalgary, the University of Calgary's prospective student podcast. The Choose UCalgary Podcast is intended for any prospective student who is hoping to learn more about the University of Calgary. We will chat with key representatives from the UCalgary community to help keep you updated and informed on all things UCalgary.  

Episode 22: Today we are joined by Amanda Foley an advisor in the Faculty of Arts Co-op Program and Vidara a current Co-op student with the Arts Co-op team. They will talk about the program how future students can get involved with it and the vast opportunities that await! 

Learn more about the Arts Co-op Program: https://arts.ucalgary.ca/current-students/undergraduate/arts-co-operative-education-program?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Prospective Student Resources: 

Download the app today: https://ucalgary.ca/future-students/guidebook?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Undergraduate Discover UCalgary Blog: https://discover.ucalgary.ca/portal/discoverucalgary_blog?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

How to apply for admissions: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/admissions/how-to-apply?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Choose from 250+ program combinations: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/programs?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Connect with a recruiter: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/contact/recruiters?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Ways to customize your degree: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/programs/selecting-degree?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

For more information about UCalgary: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Follow us on Instagram @choose.ucalgary, YouTube, and the University of Calgary Future Students Facebook page! DM us your questions or any topic you would like to see on the Choose UCalgary Podcast!

Welcome to Season 9 of Choose UCalgary, the University of Calgary's prospective student podcast. The Choose UCalgary Podcast is intended for any prospective student who is hoping to learn more about the University of Calgary. We will chat with key representatives from the UCalgary community to help keep you updated and informed on all things UCalgary.  

Episode 21: In today's episode, we’re joined by two incredible upper-year students, Asha and Raneet, who not only excel academically but have also made the most of everything UCalgary has to offer. From securing major scholarships to having rich, hands-on  experiences in completely different fields, they’re proof that university is about more than just classes. It’s about community, friendship, and taking full advantage of the resources available to all students — whether you’re a scholarship recipient or not.

Learn more about Asha and her most memorable experiences at UCalgary: https://discover.ucalgary.ca/portal/meetasha?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Learn more about Prestige Scholarships: https://www.ucalgary.ca/registrar/finances/awards-scholarships-and-bursaries/prestige?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Learn more about Undergraduate Research at UCalgary: https://www.ucalgary.ca/experiential-learning/undergraduate-research?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Learn about Scholars Academy: https://www.ucalgary.ca/student-services/scholars-academy?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Prospective Student Resources: 

Download the app today: https://ucalgary.ca/future-students/guidebook?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Undergraduate Discover UCalgary Blog: https://discover.ucalgary.ca/portal/discoverucalgary_blog?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

How to apply for admissions: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/admissions/how-to-apply?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Choose from 250+ program combinations: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/programs?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Connect with a recruiter: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/contact/recruiters?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Ways to customize your degree: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/programs/selecting-degree?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

For more information about UCalgary: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Follow us on Instagram @choose.ucalgary, YouTube, and the University of Calgary Future Students Facebook page! DM us your questions or any topic you would like to see on the Choose UCalgary Podcast!

Welcome to Season 9 of Choose UCalgary, the University of Calgary's prospective student podcast. The Choose UCalgary Podcast is intended for any prospective student who is hoping to learn more about the University of Calgary. We will chat with key representatives from the UCalgary community to help keep you updated and informed on all things UCalgary.  

Episode 20: Today we will be talking to Vicky Hirsche a Life Design Specialist, Harrison Yeung a Career and Life Design Resource Specialist and Ayesha a Co-op student, working as the Engagement and Promotions Program Assistant at the Centre for Career and Personal Development here at UCalgary! We will talk about their numerous resources and events and how future students can utilize their resources to thrive!  

Learn more about the Centre for Career and Personal Development: https://ucalgary.ca/career-personal-development?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Life Design Hub: https://ucalgary.ca/career-personal-development/life-design/life-design-hub?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Prospective Student Resources: 

Join our mailing list today: https://discover.ucalgary.ca/register/undergradrequest?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Undergraduate Discover UCalgary Blog: https://discover.ucalgary.ca/portal/discoverucalgary_blog?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

How to apply for admissions: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/admissions/how-to-apply?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Choose from 250+ program combinations: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/programs?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Connect with a recruiter: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/contact/recruiters?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Ways to customize your degree: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/programs/selecting-degree?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

For more information about UCalgary: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Follow us on Instagram @choose.ucalgary, YouTube, and the University of Calgary Future Students Facebook page! DM us your questions or any topic you would like to see on the Choose UCalgary Podcast!

Welcome to Season 9 of Choose UCalgary, the University of Calgary's prospective student podcast. The Choose UCalgary Podcast is intended for any prospective student who is hoping to learn more about the University of Calgary. We will chat with key representatives from the UCalgary community to help keep you updated and informed on all things UCalgary.  

Episode 19: Today we will be talking to Becca and Kendrick, Geomatics Engineering Students, and Dr. Kyle O’Keefe, a professor in the Department of Geomatics Engineering! Tune in to hear all about this program with exciting applications such as satellite positioning, land surveying, and navigation systems! Our Geomatics Engineering program is 1 of only a few in Canada and is ranked as one of the best in the world! 

Learn more about the Department of Geomatics Engineering: https://schulich.ucalgary.ca/geomatics

Catch the past episode with a Geomatics Engineering Student: https://choose-ucalgary-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/season-7-episode-8-internships-in-engineering-with-jackson?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Prospective Student Resources: 

Undergraduate Discover UCalgary Blog: https://discover.ucalgary.ca/portal/discoverucalgary_blog?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

How to apply for admissions: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/admissions/how-to-apply?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Choose from 250+ program combinations: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/programs?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Connect with a recruiter: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/contact/recruiters?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Ways to customize your degree: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/programs/selecting-degree?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

For more information about UCalgary: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Follow us on Instagram @choose.ucalgary, YouTube, and the University of Calgary Future Students Facebook page! DM us your questions or any topic you would like to see on the Choose UCalgary Podcast!

Welcome to Season 9 of Choose UCalgary, the University of Calgary's prospective student podcast. The Choose UCalgary Podcast is intended for any prospective student who is hoping to learn more about the University of Calgary. We will chat with key representatives from the UCalgary community to help keep you updated and informed on all things UCalgary.  

Episode 18: In today’s episode, we’re joined by two incredible upper-year students who not only excel academically but have also made the most of everything UCalgary has to offer. From securing major scholarships to having rich, hands-on practicum experiences in completely different fields, they’re proof that university is about more than just classes. It’s about community, friendship, and taking full advantage of the resources available to all students — whether you’re a scholarship recipient or not.

Cassidy and Larissa met during their first-year in residence and quickly became friends, building a strong support network through volunteering and a shared commitment to making the most of their academic journey. Today, they’re here to share how all future students can tap into the wealth of opportunities at UCalgary, including the benefits of applying for scholarships — because you never know where a simple application might lead. This conversation is a reminder that university success is about taking initiative, building meaningful connections, and using the resources around you, no matter what program you’re in. Let’s dive into their stories and insights!

Learn more about Larissa and her most memorable experiences at UCalgary: https://discover.ucalgary.ca/portal/meetlarissa?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Learn more about Cassidy and her most memorable experiences at UCalgary: https://discover.ucalgary.ca/portal/meetcassidy?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Learn more about Prestige Scholarships: https://www.ucalgary.ca/registrar/finances/awards-scholarships-and-bursaries/prestige?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Learn more about how to apply to live On-Campus at UCalgary: https://www.ucalgary.ca/ancillary/residence/live-us/places-live/first-year?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Prospective Student Resources: 

Undergraduate Discover UCalgary Blog: https://discover.ucalgary.ca/portal/discoverucalgary_blog?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

How to apply for admissions: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/admissions/how-to-apply?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Choose from 250+ program combinations: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/programs?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Connect with a recruiter: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/contact/recruiters?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Ways to customize your degree: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/programs/selecting-degree?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

For more information about UCalgary: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Follow us on Instagram @choose.ucalgary, YouTube, and the University of Calgary Future Students Facebook page! DM us your questions or any topic you would like to see on the Choose UCalgary Podcast!

Welcome to Season 9 of Choose UCalgary, the University of Calgary's prospective student podcast. The Choose UCalgary Podcast is intended for any prospective student who is hoping to learn more about the University of Calgary. We will chat with key representatives from the UCalgary community to help keep you updated and informed on all things UCalgary.  

Episode 17: Join us for an exciting chat with TJ Fedyk, Manager of Housing Services, and Caitlyn, a senior community ambassador in residence and UCalgary student, as we dive into everything you need to know about applying for and living in residence! From our first-year residence guarantee to the vibrant community and all the amazing opportunities that come with living on campus, we've got you covered. Plus, learn how our Community Ambassadors make your transition to residence smooth and fun! 

Learn more about how to apply to live On-Campus at UCalgary: https://www.ucalgary.ca/ancillary/residence/live-us/places-live/first-year?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Contact Residence Services: https://www.ucalgary.ca/ancillary/residence/contact-us?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Prospective Student Resources: 

How to apply for admissions: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/admissions/how-to-apply?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Undergraduate Discover UCalgary Blog: https://discover.ucalgary.ca/portal/discoverucalgary_blog?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Choose from 250+ program combinations: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/programs?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Connect with a recruiter: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/contact/recruiters?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Ways to customize your degree: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/programs/selecting-degree?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

For more information about UCalgary: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Follow us on Instagram @choose.ucalgary, YouTube, and the University of Calgary Future Students Facebook page! DM us your questions or any topic you would like to see on the Choose UCalgary Podcast!

Welcome to Season 9 of Choose UCalgary, the University of Calgary's prospective student podcast. The Choose UCalgary Podcast is intended for any prospective student who is hoping to learn more about the University of Calgary. We will chat with key representatives from the UCalgary community to help keep you updated and informed on all things UCalgary.  

Starting Fall 2026, the University of Calgary is implementing a lottery admission process for the Faculty of Nursing’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) program. Dr. Catherine Laing, BPE, RN, PhD, Interim Dean, UCalgary Nursing joins the show to discuss the current nursing shortage in Alberta and how UCalgary is addressing this critical social need with a proactive, upstream solution with it's new lottery based admission process.

Learn more about why UCalgary is making this change: https://nursing.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/bscn-lottery-admissions-process

To view more information about how the lottery based admission process will work: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/admissions/nursing
 

Prospective Student Resources: 
How to apply for admissions: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/admissions/how-to-apply?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic
Undergraduate Discover UCalgary Blog: https://discover.ucalgary.ca/portal/discoverucalgary_blog?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic
Choose from 250+ program combinations: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/programs?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic
Connect with a recruiter: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/contact/recruiters?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic
Ways to customize your degree: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/programs/selecting-degree?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic
For more information about UCalgary: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic
 

Follow us on Instagram @choose.ucalgary, YouTube, and the University of Calgary Future Students Facebook page! DM us your questions or any topic you would like to see on the Choose UCalgary Podcast!

Welcome to Season 9 of Choose UCalgary, the University of Calgary's prospective student podcast. The Choose UCalgary Podcast is intended for any prospective student who is hoping to learn more about the University of Calgary. We will chat with key representatives from the UCalgary community to help keep you updated and informed on all things UCalgary.  

Episode 15: In this episode, we chat with Mika Blundell, a manager from the Experiential Learning Office, and Zaara, a former co-op student who was in the trenches of the action. They'll dive into what Experiential Learning is, how it's changing the game for UCalgary, and all the epic opportunities you could get involved in as a future Dino -- like the PURE Awards! 🦖

Learn more about experiential learning at UCalgary: https://ucalgary.ca/experiential-learning/home?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Prospective Student Resources: 

How to apply for admissions: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/admissions/how-to-apply?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Undergraduate Discover UCalgary Blog: https://discover.ucalgary.ca/portal/discoverucalgary_blog?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Choose from 250+ program combinations: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/programs?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Connect with a recruiter: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/contact/recruiters?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Ways to customize your degree: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/programs/selecting-degree?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

For more information about UCalgary: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic

Follow us on Instagram @choose.ucalgary, YouTube, and the University of Calgary Future Students Facebook page! DM us your questions or any topic you would like to see on the Choose UCalgary Podcast!