Not every college journey is linear. At IU Indianapolis, we believe wholeheartedly in comebacks—and we've got the academic support to back it up. In this episode of the Excellence Unscripted Podcast, join host Christina Downey and Director of Academic Success Chris Maroldo to learn how IU Indy's academic support programs help students succeed even when they've faced challenges and setbacks.**************************************************YouTube: / @excellenceunscripted Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/13Kscj7...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Music provided by Soundstripe Productions, LLC: ODNEYCEXPWSJCQFT

About half of first-year students change majors during their first year. The Office of Academic and Career Development works alongside academic advising to help first-year students find their passions, which can lead to fulfilling careers.Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education Christina Downey sits down with Mike Slocum, Director of Career Development, to talk about career readiness as well as generative AI and its impact on careers.**************************************************YouTube: / @excellenceunscripted Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/13Kscj7...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Music provided by Soundstripe Productions, LLC: ODNEYCEXPWSJCQFT

The Center for Transfer and Adult Students (CTAS) are committed to student success post enrollment for their nearly 3000 transfer students and 2500 students that are 25 and over. It starts at orientation with breakout sessions for transfer students and continues on with their peer partner program.Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education Christina Downey sits down with Kim Priesmeyer, Managing Director, Center for Transfer and Adult Students, to talk about not just the ways her area helps transfer and adult students success, but also her own journey to get to where she is today.

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Indiana University Indianapolis Honors students demonstrate excellence in internships, research, and activities beyond the classroom. Honors College​ students give back to the community by putting in thousands of hours of community service each year to make an impact in Indianapolis and across the state.Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education Christina Downey sits down with Kristina Sheeler, Dean of Honors College, to talk about the students in Honors College and the excellent work they do, as well as her own journey to get to where she is today.

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Getting engaged with campus is one of the best early ways to set yourself up for success. Building relationships with faculty and others on campus can provide a wealth of opportunities as you start your academic journey.Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education Christina Downey sits down with Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs Eric Weldy, Ed.D., in our first collaborative episode, to talk about the importance of creating connection to campus and the variety of ways you can form those connections at Indiana University Indianapolis. ***************************************************

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Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education Christina Downey sits down with Executive Director of First-Year Engagement Heather Bowman, to talk about how Bridge at Indiana University Indianapolis aims to help setup all students for success.

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Dr. Johnny Russell sits down with Christina to talk about the SPAN program and the importance of doing what you love to to.

Tradara McLaurine sits down with Christina to talk about the importance of starting early to prepare yourself for your career after graduation.

Christina Downey sits down with Dr. Jerry Daday to talk about the importance of experiences that promote deep engagement and student success.

Christina Downey sits down with Dr. Eric Williams to talk about the programs his area over sees, and also how he got into higher education.