Dear Student:

Ready for part 2? Here's the rest of what Weber State's president had to say about inclusion, diversity, and putting students firts

Brad Mortensen, the 13th President of Weber State University in Ogden Utah has a highly people-focused approach as he helps students of all backgrounds succeed in their higher education pursuits. Listen to hear some of the things he does that makes a big difference in the way he forms and cultivates relationships

You are where you're at for a reason. Finding a sense of belonging has a lot to do with finding meaning and appreciation for things in your current circumstance. Be the kind of person that connects with the world and people around you to create the kinds of experiences you want. 

The goal is about becoming... become the type of person who is able to accomplish some of the things you want to accomplish. Scott Wyatt is one of the best examples of taking small and simple steps, then seeing the incredible results that come from it. Here's part two of our conversation with him.    

"Go small or go home!"

This is the philosophy of Scott L. Wyatt, an attorney, former university president, world mountain climber and current Senior Executive Director of Statewide Online Education within the Office of the Commissioner of Higher Education for the state of Utah.

Tune in to see how you can create your own experience through small, simple, consistent efforts. 

"Show me your HABITS, I'll show you your FUTURE."

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You are where you are for a reason! Whatever it may be, you have what it takes to create your own experience, and it can't happen until you start with where you're at. 

Find the value in where you are in your life. Whether it's the school you're at, the job you have, classes you're in, a sense of belonging helps you bloom where you're planted.

Be sure to follow on Instagram @dearstudentpodcast using #CYOE (Create Your Own Experience) and connect with us on LinkedIn!

Who is this guy? 

The perfect question to ask about the guest on our episode today. The answer: Jeremie Oliver -- one of the most academically accomplished individuals we've had on, and he's still in school. 

Jeremie has great insights about mentorship, pursuing passions, motivation, and being able to do different things that are seemingly unrelated, despite a fragmented educational journey. 

Connect with him on LinkedIn!

Medical literature by Jeremie Oliver and Rena D'Souza.

Enjoy! :)

In a two part interview, John and Brad talk with Dr. Lynn Vartan, an international performer and educator who is an advocate for diversity in music, about communication, collaboration and creativity.

Vartan began building her solo freelance career while attending graduate school in southern California. After earning both her master's and doctoral degrees in music at University of Southern California, she knew she wanted to find the perfect place to settle down and teach. Today, Vartan is the Director of Percussion and the Director of APEX Event Series at SUU.

Fluidity Confined: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d4o0_OYKE7g

Fluidity Confined is a performing arts collaboration between the Art & Design, Music and Theatre departments at Southern Utah University. Directors Rheana Gardner and Lynn Vartan came together to find what possibilities could exist for this kind of experience between traditional darkroom photography and percussion performance!

Be sure to follow on Instagram @dearstudentpodcast using #CYOE (Create Your Own Experience) and connect with us on LinkedIn!

In a two part interview, John and Brad talk with Dr. Lynn Vartan, an international performer and educator who is an advocate for diversity in music, about communication, collaboration and creativity. 

Vartan began building her solo freelance career while attending graduate school in southern California. After earning both her master's and doctoral degrees in music at University of Southern California, she knew she wanted to find the perfect place to settle down and teach. Today, Vartan is the Director of Percussion and the Director of APEX Event Series at SUU.

Fluidity Confined: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d4o0_OYKE7g

Fluidity Confined is a performing arts collaboration between the Art & Design, Music and Theatre departments at Southern Utah University. Directors Rheana Gardner and Lynn Vartan came together to find what possibilities could exist for this kind of experience between traditional darkroom photography and percussion performance!

Be sure to follow on Instagram @dearstudentpodcast using #CYOE (Create Your Own Experience) and connect with us on LinkedIn!

Developing authentic relationships with as many people as you can will change your life. Getting outside and expanding your comfort zone can prove to be one of the most valuable things you do in college! 

Be sure to follow on Instagram @dearstudentpodcast using #CYOE (Create Your Own Experience) and connect with us on LinkedIn!