College Voices

Join Anusha in this month's First Friday Focus as she dives into the exciting world of alternative breaks and chats with students and Associate Director of Social Justice Education and Student Programming at Civic House, LaDonna Marrero, about different opportunities to have a rewarding break. From unique travel adventures to impactful service projects, get ready for a burst of inspiration and a sneak peek into the diverse ways our community is making the most of this rejuvenating break!

Featured Interviewees:

Student Interviewee:

• Laura, C'25
• Mackenzi, C'24 - Anthropology Major Concentration in Archaeology.

Staff Interviewee:

• LaDonna Marrero, Associate Director of Social Justice Education and Student Programming at Civic House

Resources Mentioned:

• Penn Outdoors Club (UPOC): Instagram: @penn_outdoors 
• Civic House/Penn Alternative Breaks: Instagram: @pennaltbreak

Special Thanks To:

• Penn Counterparts for providing music to sample for this week's episode.
• Anusha Mathur, Show Host & Writer
• Josh Fabel, Show Writer & Production Specialist
• Gwen Cohen, Show Producer

Join Anusha in this episode as she interviews Emily Barrale, the Associate Director for Data Visualization, Analysis & Reporting at Penn Career Services. Together, they dive into valuable tips and debunk common myths about the job and internship search, offering insights on how to land a job after graduation.

Featured Interviewees:

College Student Interviewees:

• Hank, Communication Major - Politics & Policy Concentration

Staff Interviewees:

• Emily Barrale, Associate Director for Data Visualization, Analysis & Reporting

Resources Mentioned:

• Find Funding
• Career Advising Appointments and Drop-Ins
• Post-Grad Outcome Reports

Special Thanks To:

• Penn Counterparts for providing music for this week's episode.
• Anusha Mathur, Show Host & Writer
• Josh Fabel, Show Writer & Production Specialist
• Gwen Cohen, Show Producer

In the First Friday Focus of Season 2, Anusha has a conversation with College Office Associate Director of Academic Advising and Assistant Dean for Advising, Dr. Tanya Jung, to talk about how to make thoughtful decisions around the Course Selection Period, Drop, Grade Mode Change, and Withdraw Deadlines. 

Featured Interviewees:

• Dr. Tanya Jung, Associate Director of Academic Advising and Assistant Dean for Advising

Special Thanks To:

• Penn Counterparts for providing music for this week's episode.
• Anusha Mathur, Show Host & Writer
• Josh Fabel, Show Writer & Production Specialist
• Gwen Cohen, Show Producer

We're back for a new semester and an all new season of College Voices. In this trailer, Anusha and her sister Maya interview several students what some of their New Year's Resolutions are and what they hope to achieve in the Spring Semester ahead. Hear what they have to say and all of the things to look forward to as we bring back the Podcast. 

Featured Interviewees:

Student Interviewees:

• Dexter
• Eliana
• Emilia
• Joyce

In our final episode for Season 1, Anusha sits down with staff members from the Weingarten Center, Penn Libraries and the LGBT Center, as well as upperclassmen students, to discuss resources available for finals as well as tips and advice. Hear more about the importance of creating a plan to stay organized and focused, but also finding balance during a busy time.

Featured Interviewees:

Student Interviewees:

• Roni,
• Ambika,
• Samantha,
• Kayla

Weingarten Center Staff Interviewees:

• Oscar Escudero-Ortega, STEM Learning Specialist
• Leigh Monistere, Learning Specialist and Fellow
• Ayoung Lee, Learning Specialist and Fellow

Penn Libraries Staff Interviewees:

• Alexandrea Glenn, Student Engagement Librarian
• Steve Scaduto, Assistant Director of Learning Enrichment

LGBT Center Interviewees:

• Jake Muscato, Associate Director

Resources and Events Mentioned: 

• Learning Consultations
• Drop-In Tutoring
• De-Stress Fest
• Virtual Study Breaks
• LGBT Center Events Calendar 

Special Thanks To:

• Penn Counterparts for providing music for this week's episode.
• Anusha Mathur, Show Host & Writer
• Josh Fabel, Show Writer & Production Specialist
• Gwen Cohen, Show Producer

In today's episode, Anusha sits down with several students and The Center for Undergraduate Research and Fellowships (CURF) to talk about funding opportunities for research, internships and more. Anusha also shares her own stories of how some of these funding opportunities allowed her to take advantage of her internship experiences. 

Featured Interviewees:

College Student Interviewee:

• Alex, Neuroscience Major
• Christina, Philosophy, Politics, and Economics (PPE) Major
• Mame, English and Cognitive Science Major
• Leo

CURF Staff Interviewees:

• Dr. Ann Vernon-Grey, Senior Associate Director for Undergraduate Research
• Dr. Kerry Milch, Associate Director for Undergraduate Research
• Emily Sharp, Graduate Fellow

Resources Mentioned:

• Penn Undergraduate Research Mentoring Program (PURM) 
• RealArts@Penn
• Penn Program on Opinion Research and Election Studies (PORES)
• Research Peer Advisors
• Summer Humanities Internship Program (SHIP)

Special Thanks To:

• Penn Counterparts for providing music for this week's episode.
• Anusha Mathur, Show Host & Writer
• Josh Fabel, Show Writer & Production Specialist
• Gwen Cohen, Show Producer

In this episode, Anusha sits down with Advisors and Faculty to talk about Advance Registration tips and some things to keep in mind as you're developing your Primary cart, as well as some featured courses that are available for the spring semester.

Featured Interviewees:

• Dr. Niel McDowell, Associate Director of Academic Advising and Assistant Dean for Advising
  Advisor for Language Requirement Substitution
• Rupert Neish, Assistant Director of Advising Services and Academic Support
• Dr. Christopher Donovan, Assistant Dean for Advising, Faculty in Cinema & Media Studies
• Dr. Masao Sako, Faculty in Physics and Astronomy

Special Thanks To:

• Penn Counterparts for providing music for this week's episode.
• Anusha Mathur, Show Host & Writer
• Josh Fabel, Show Writer & Production Specialist
• Gwen Cohen, Show Producer

In this episode, we learn from the Executive Director of Penn Abroad about the study abroad process. Additionally, we hear firsthand accounts from current students about their transformative experiences studying abroad, gaining insights into the opportunities they've encountered along the way.

Featured Interviewees:

• Kristyn Palmiotto, Executive Director, Penn Abroad
• ​​​​​Sydney, Economics, Hispanic Studies
• Roni, Psychology Major
• Sarah, Design Major
• Charlotte, International Relations Major

Resources Mentioned:

• Semester Abroad 
• Penn-Global Seminars
• Global Research & Internship Program (GRIP) 

Special Thanks To:

• Penn Counterparts for providing music for this week's episode.
• Anusha Mathur, Show Host & Writer
• Josh Fabel, Show Writer & Production Specialist
• Gwen Cohen, Show Producer

Every first Friday of the month, we'll be focussing on a timely topic or event in the College. In today's episode, we sit down with Academic Advisors in the College Office to discuss some of the resources available to students this Fall semester to help them declare a major that's the right fit for them. We also hear from a student to hear about their journey exploring areas of interest before deciding their major. 

Featured Interviewees:

• Dr. Niel McDowell, Associate Director of Academic Advising and Assistant Dean for Advising
  Advisor for Language Requirement Substitution
• ​​​​​Rupert Neish, Assistant Director of Advising Services and Academic Support
• Saya, Political Science Major

Resources Mentioned:

• Major Advising Program (MAP)
• Majors and More Dinners
• Course and Majors Fair

Special Thanks To:

• Penn Counterparts for providing music for this week's episode.
• Anusha Mathur, Show Host & Writer
• Josh Fabel, Show Writer & Production Specialist
• Gwen Cohen, Show Producer

From setbacks to comebacks: We’ll be unveiling the secrets of college success. In this episode, hear real stories, advice, and inspiration from a student, faculty member, and Director of Advising in the College of Arts and Sciences on embracing failures and turning them into stepping stones towards your dreams.  

Featured Interviewees:

• ​Dr. Carolyn Ureña, Director of Academic Advising
• Dr. Lia Howard, Student Advising and Wellness Director
• Matteo, COL'25

Special Thanks To:

• Penn Counterparts for providing music for this week's episode.
• Anusha Mathur, Show Host & Writer
• Josh Fabel, Show Writer & Production Specialist
• Gwen Cohen, Show Producer