Graduate International Connection

Join Aimee and Vidya as they discuss Vidya's experience progressing through her PhD program and the different stages of progress.

Transcript available here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/16r7UMegGtfjRvJojp_PCcyB3XwMgz74VVbAEAEYpLiI/edit?usp=sharing

Join Aimee (Manager of International Student Recruitment and Retention, Amelle (Outreach and Retention Coordinator) and Phong (Director of Wellness and Inclusion) as they discuss what imposter syndrome is and how it can impact your graduate academic journey.

*This podcast was recorded for the 2023 GIC cohort and has been reshared for the 2024 cohort. Since the recording of this podcast Amelle has moved into a different role but Kaeleigh Hayakawa has stepped into the role of Assistant Academic Counselor and is available to meet.

There were issues with Amelle's mic during recording and portions of her speech are less clear. We did our best to edit in post production but were unable to fully fix the problem. We highly recommend reading the transcript alongside this podcast.

Transcripts available here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rAhJczUL0Lf1d_DitkHMmbk8z582Wwx7o2nhBn9g5Xs/edit?usp=sharing

Join Jyotsana and Jose as they discuss the Dream and Latinx Resource Centers, how to engage with these two centers, and what are the benefits of getting involved.

Transcripts available here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1jsM3XpuBDpwhVQsNSgo2Rv6Fi46-BlxksAjsHCBsRfs/edit?usp=sharing

Join Aimee, Kamal and Monica as they discuss dining culture in the U.S. such as what to expect at different types of restaurants, budgeting for eating out, and tipping culture.

*This podcast was created for the 2023 GIC Cohort and is being reshared for the 2024 cohort.

Transcripts available here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1G0mr6HY2_C9MeOWsWsGG4SBtkvMoW9u20Yq4fJoCucM/edit?usp=sharing

Join Aimee and Jina as they discuss things you should know about tipping culture in the U.S.

Transcript available here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DsKoWC4cYtXHDGyROyxYtpYXirN9xh8GtY06jD0k8iQ/edit?usp=sharing

TW (Trigger Warning) Sexual Assault. UCI CARE provides free and confidential support services to members of the UCI community who have been impacted by sexual assault, relationship abuse, family violence and/or stalking.

Transcripts available here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/17jDb2mbx5Oyrw_l-8kJ2STMjVBtkzwQxuP3-tSfr8Fs/edit?usp=sharing

TW (Trigger Warning) This episode includes conversations about mental health including depression, anxiety, panic, and suicide ideation. Discretion is advised.

Join Aimee and Balam as they discuss his experiences utilizing group and individual campus therapy services as well as off campus services with in-network providers.

Transcripts available here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1IA0cnoTtd8IowxxfA3VnObIm39WdwVzUs7Jy_NUdh1Q/edit?usp=sharing

Join Melisa* and Balam as they discuss tips for improving speaking skills in English as well as tips for preparing for public speaking and presentations.

*This podcast was created for the 2023 GIC Cohort and is being reshared for the 2024 GIC Cohort.

Transcripts available here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KA-fOmgl7f6TPQmzmv9tYk5t3cMSwNbZS1sY8zdxlqA/edit?usp=sharing

Join Aimee and Nadia as they discuss what it was like starting in her current research lab, things Nadia has learned along the way, and how to maintain a healthy balance between being an academic and taking care of your mind and body.

Transcripts available here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Xk4ELp6lPZ9V_DM8BxqxUnxk4aonExwLniryEwHpaPU/edit?usp=sharing

Join Aimee Jiang (She/Her), Manager of International Student Recruitment and Retention & Erika Cortez (She/Ella), Assistant Director of the Womxn's Center for Success as they discuss what opportunities graduate students have at the Womxn's Center for Success and how to best utilize this campus resource.

*This podcast was created for the 2023 GIC Cohort and has been reshared for the 2024 GIC Cohort.

Transcripts available here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1txas8fpngzq6lfUK85EKTF8ZjagJicTlR4A6vjKJkIU/edit?usp=sharing