College Talk

Applying to college, for financial aid, and even coming face to face with the idea of leaving behind family can be incredibly daunting for students. This week I am joined by THREE amazing second year AdviseMI College Advisers, Juanita Gool, Jackie Deneau, and Brittany Hall, and we talk about what we've noticed students struggling with and how to help them. Parents, families, teachers, school staff, college professionals, and friends this one is for you. We talk about how to help students feel validated and how to process with them, while understanding that this journey is theirs and not yours.

Seniors. You are doing amazing, and whatever you're feeling: stress, excitement, fear, pride, or sadness... all of those feelings are OKAY! While this journey is yours, know that other people are having similar feelings and worries, and that it is natural . Don't be afraid to reach out and share with someone. Sometimes, sharing is the key that opens doors to understanding, help, and new opportunities.

We're on Apple Podcasts and Spotify now, so PLEASE subscribe, rate, and comment. Heck, please do that on here too! I want to know your thoughts and how I can be a better service for you. Just search for College Talk on either app.

Need more than just a listen to get started? I have created a resource folder for: students in college, seniors, juniors, and parents. Check it out here: https://tinyurl.com/podcastcollegetalk

Always feel free to reach out with questions at [email protected] or hit me up on Instagram at @podcastcollegetalk!

The college search can be super fun, but also incredibly tricky. This week my guest, Jacque Ruhland, and I talk about the search, how to start, and how to keep going. We talk match and fit, and some tips to help you decide. We also discuss the dreaded admissions essay! Find resources in the links below.

We're on Apple Podcasts and Spotify now, so PLEASE subscribe, rate, and comment. Heck, please do that on here too! I want to know your thoughts and how I can be a better service for you. Just search for College Talk on either app.

Need more than just a listen to get started? I have created a resource folder for: students in college, seniors, juniors, and parents. Check it out here: https://tinyurl.com/podcastcollegetalk

Always feel free to reach out with questions at [email protected] or hit me up on Instagram at @podcastcollegetalk!

Stop! It's FAFSA Time! And College Talk is here to help you make sure you've got it all under control! This week's podcast goes through steps to get the FAFSA done, and details what to look for in each section. I touch briefly on verification, but that's another podcast for another time. Check below for the links I mention!

Create an FSA ID:

https://fsaid.ed.gov/npas/index.htm

Start your FAFSA:

https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/fafsa or fafsa.ed.gov

IRS Tax Transcript Ordering Options:

https://www.irs.gov/individuals/get-transcript

We're on Apple Podcasts and Spotify now, so PLEASE subscribe, rate, and comment. Heck, please do that on here too! I want to know your thoughts and how I can be a better service for you. Just search for College Talk on either app.

Need more than just a listen to get started? I have created a resource folder for: students in college, seniors, juniors, and parents. Check it out here: https://tinyurl.com/podcastcollegetalk

Always feel free to reach out with questions at [email protected] or hit me up on Instagram at @podcastcollegetalk!

Why go to college? It's expensive and a ton of work... is it worth it? That's what we're going to talk about today because the answer is YES! Today we talk about the why, and I define what I mean when I say "college" (apprenticeships, trade schools, community colleges, private colleges/universities, or public universities). I also have four different voices talk about why they think college is important, so if you don't want to listen to me... try listening to them, or the five sources below!

The funnel method I talked about? That was from an amazing presentation called "Flipping the Funnel: Upending Traditional Student Advisement Through a Problem Solving Approach" by the amazing folks at Berea College.

Sources I used:

- https://www.greatschools.org/gk/articles/cb-extras-1-2-havecollegetalknow/

- https://www.nerdwallet.com/blog/loans/student-loans/10-surprising-reasons-college/

- https://www.commonapp.org/plan/why-college-matters

- https://www.thebalancecareers.com/should-you-go-to-college-525564

- https://www.getdegrees.com/edecisions/40-reasons-to-go-to-college

We're on Apple Podcasts now, so PLEASE subscribe, rate, and comment. Heck, please do that on here too! I want to know your thoughts and how I can be a better service for you.

Need more than just a listen to get started? I have created a resource folder for: students in college, seniors, juniors, and parents. Check it out here: https://tinyurl.com/podcastcollegetalk

As always, if you have questions reach out to me at [email protected].

Hey hey! Today we are talking about all things tech, and mostly emails. This might not seem like a big deal, but let me tell you, it is. I have spent HOURS on hold with various places over an email. Use this podcast so you don't have to add that stress to your life. The students who sat with me on hold will tell you to listen up!

We're on Apple Podcasts now, so PLEASE subscribe, rate, and comment. Heck, please do that on here too! I want to know your thoughts and how I can be a better service for you.

Need more than just a listen to get started? I have created a resource folder for: students in college, seniors, juniors, and parents. Check it out here: https://tinyurl.com/podcastcollegetalk

As always, if you have questions reach out to me at [email protected].

Class of 2020! Your time to shine is here! This podcast is all about you and helping you get started on your college application journey. It's way better to get started now than to play catch up later.

Need more than just a listen to get started? I have created a resource folder for: students in college, seniors, juniors, and parents. Check it out here: https://tinyurl.com/podcastcollegetalk

As always, if you have questions reach out to me at [email protected].

Hey! Welcome back to College Talk! This week we talk move in. What to bring? What if my roommate is the WORST?! What if everyone thinks I'm a dork because I brought my giant Brave movie poster? (Forget them! Brave is one heck of a movie! Plus, real friends will accept you no matter what.) I cover it!

I even include some tips for all of my commuter student friends out there!

I have created a resource folder for: students in college, seniors, juniors, and parents. Check it out here: https://tinyurl.com/podcastcollegetalk

As always, if you have questions reach out to me at [email protected].

Parents! This one is for you! We're talking FERPA and whatever that means today. There's a big difference between the rights FERPA gives you in K-12 and the rights FERPA gives your student, and not you, in college.

Let's go figure that out!

US Dept. of Education: https://www2.ed.gov/policy/gen/guid/fpco/ferpa/index.html

Disclaimer! I marked this episode explicit because I read off a title with a swear word in it.

I moved and started a new job! I'm back at it, but I'll be doing podcasts every other week until I'm a little more settled. While I'm adjusting to some pretty big changes, I thought it might be a good time to give you some tips on how to prep yourself for the ones next year! Below are some links to resources you might find helpful!

AdviseMI: http://micollegeaccess.org

Getting organized with google calendar: https://www.anythingdayna.com/how-i-use-google-calendar-to-stay-organized-in-college/

College Info Geek (sooooo many resources and videos): https://collegeinfogeek.com/

Today I am joined by Danielle with WMU's FIRE Place through their Department of Health Promotion and Education. We had to split this episode into two parts; however, combined, both talk about relationships in all facets. We talk about healthy and unhealthy characteristics in a relationship, consent, and so much more. Part 2 gets into more mature content, so please keep that in mind as you begin to listen.

This can be an incredibly triggering subject, so Danielle has graciously provided me with a list of resources for you to explore and use if you so choose. You can find them below:

National Resources:

The National Domestic Violence Hotline

Website/Online Chat: https://www.thehotline.org/

Phone call: 1-800-799-7233

TTY: 1-800-799- 3224

LoveIsRespect

Website/Online Chat: https://www.loveisrespect.org/

Phone call: 1-866-331-9474

TTY: 1-866-331-8453

Text: “loveis” to 22522

The Domestic Violence Hotline Brochure: http://www.thehotline.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2016/08/Hotline-general-brochure.pdf

The Domestic Violence Hotline "Are you hurting your partner?" Brochure: http://www.thehotline.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2015/05/Hotline-hurtingyourpartner.pdf

Kalamazoo/WMU Resources:

YWCA Kalamazoo

Website: http://ywcakalamazoo.org/

Office Phone: 269-345-5595

24/7 Crisis Hotline: (269) 385-3587

FIRE Place Resource and Support Center

Danielle Snow- Coordinator

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 269-397-2990