Higher Education Advocates

Marilyn Gilbert-Mitchell is a second generation Educator and a lifelong Chicago resident who believes in students pursuing education beyond high school.

She blends skills, information and experience from 30 years in Corporate, Higher Education, Culture, and Secondary Education environments  to help students excel.

In this episode of Higher Education Advocates Podcast:

03:51 - What are the top career choices now?

07:09 - What factors should students consider most often when planning for a career?

07:35 - What are the things to consider in choosing your degree in College?

11:30 - What are the interpersonal skills and skills that are important to employers?

13:10 - How do you show leadership and initiative?

13:42 - Why communication skills are important?

15:47 - Many highschool students are undecided when it comes to career choice or major - What are Marilyn's suggestions on helping students decide?

24:26 -  What is the point of volunteering and internships as a value add when students are looking for employment?

30:26 -  As we faced challenges as a nation what are the other ways of doing community service?

35:39 - We're about six months into the pandemic. What are motivation tips Marilyn wants to share with families?

Links Mentioned:

https://www.facebook.com/mgmcollegesvcs

https://twitter.com/mgmcollegesvcs

https://www.instagram.com/mgmcollegesvcs/

https://www.mgmcollegeservices.com/

https://www.cacareerzone.org/

https://www.careerexplorer.com/

https://www.naviance.com/

Chris Molina, is a Marine Corps Veteran. A  Purdue University alumni and a native of Indiana.

He provides students with the leadership traits and principles they need now so they don't become horrible bosses later.

04:12 - Self-Care Definition

05:25 - Chris suggestion for students so they can implement and maintain self care.

08:24 - List of strategies for becoming an effective student leader?

09:28 - Why do we need to have a mentor?

11:18 - How do you know that you're a leader?

13:26 - How to become a better leader?

15:26 -  How student leaders and students can stay focused in general? Amidst of everything happening during this pandemic.

18:54 - What are the benefits of self care?

25:00 - Great example for motivation.

27:37 - Resources for students and student leaders.

30:03 - Why do you need to find a registered dietitian?

32:52 -  Motivational tips Chris would share with students, student leaders and families during this pandemic.

Links Mentioned:

Resources:

https://www.eatright.org/

https://www.choosemyplate.gov/

Podcast

Professional By Choice Podcast

Contact information:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-molina/

Kwadjo Glenn, is the owner of ACT Prep Chicago, a tutoring company that provides test prep and Mr. Glenn’s Math Tutoring, a company that provides math tutoring to students.

He has received a teacher certification and for 18 years, he has been a highly successful professional educator.

ACT Prep Chicago has been named one of best test prep companies in Chicago by CBS local and we have several scholarship recipients as alum of our program.

06:41 - Brief Description of  test optional admissions and scholarships

8:49 - Mr. Glenn  advice for taking standardized exams and details about test optional admissions and scholarships.

11:54 - Mr. Glenn shares some tips if students elect to bypass the ACT/SAT to share with colleges.

13:04 - When should students start preparing for the exam?

17:38 - Mr. Glenn shares the tips and tricks about students' options on submitting their scores.

19:31- When the student decides to take the exam, which exam should the student take?

20:18 - The difference between SAT and ACT.

23:53 - When talking about admissions, what score is needed for admissions?

28:56 - Explain how a student can get a good score.

31:02 - Feedback regarding standardized testing for the African American community?

35:32 - Emphasizes the student’s needs to have a tutor to help them.

39:03 - Mr. Glenn shares  tips for students who like to be successful on the exam.

41:40 - Mr. Glenn shares the results they got with the students.

45:28 -  Mr. Glenn shares his motivation tips for families during this time of COVID.

Links Mentioned:

@actprepchicago

www.actprepchicago.com

Chuck is a Warranty Administrator with a major company.

As a teenager education has always been a strong standpoint in the household.He believes that education is needed to get you where you want to be in life.

03:22 - Brief definition of default.

04:15 - Chuck tells us about his education background.

07:58 - How Chuck loan doubled after he completed his education.

09:33 - Chuck tells us his process of paying student loans.

15:31 - Establishing a repayment plan with the lender.

18:01 - How and when Chuck ended up with a loan default?

19:51 - Chuck tells about wage garnishment.

23: 55 - How loan rehabilitation works and how did Chuck make use of the program.

28:55 - Chuck is out of default and sharing he’s new repayment and what are his processes.

30:57 - Chuck piece of advice for everyone who is having problems with student loans default?

31:28 - Chuck shares about the penalties and interest that occurs for his loan default.

32:56 What are the comments Chuck can give to legislators in regards to student loans?

This week's podcast I'm interviewing  LaDonna Bracy (MBA), is the  founder of The Vision Board Academy and Vision Board Success for Your Business. LaDonna is a woman of faith who believes that everyone has the power to obtain what they dream about. Her humorous but no-nonsense approach has helped both herself and others succeed at achieving goals. Get ready to pray, laugh, cry, and be inspired as she shares her wisdom and resources to help you take action on what you put on your Vision Board.

In this episode of Higher Education Advocates Podcast:

03:37 - What is a Vision Board?

04:15 - How Vision Boards works for College Students

06:21 - Vision boards do they really work?

06:28 - What are LaDonna 5 Vision Boards Principles?

07:28 - Faith without works is dead.

08:34 - Vision boards can work, they do work. And there are plenty of examples of how they do work.  It works, if you work it.

10:01 - What are the reasons why we should put dates on our vision board?

12:04 - What advice will LaDonna give for College Students who are still trying to figure out things that they want to put on their Vision Board?

16:48 - What advice will LaDonna give for College Students who already know things that they want to put on their Vision Board?

18:11 - What are the ways in creating a Vision Board?

19:51 - Where can we put our Vision Board?

22:06 - In creating a Vision Board do someone need a party or they can do it on their own?

23:47 - Regarding COVID what are the things this situation taught to LaDonna and what are the tips she can share?

Links Mentioned:

https://www.facebook.com/visionboardacademy/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/vbsuccess/

Charlene Rhinehart studied accounting and finance at DePaul University, graduated at 22 without student loans because she did not want to leave college with debt.. Charlene paid off all her student loan debt at 22, became a Certified Public Accountant at 23, and left her dream job to live her dream life at 28. She created platforms such as Career Goddess Academy and Wealthy Women Daily so that individuals can fund their dreams, attract career success and create a lifestyle they love.

In this episode of Higher Education Advocates Podcast:

4:27 - What should parents and students know before entering college?

4:54 -  Charlene believes that people should know and understand the cost of education and the return on their investment so that they can maximize it.

5:58 - What skills should students master to help them find their education?

9:00 - Charlene shares the earlier you start the self work process and training, the more prepared you are and the faster you can attract opportunities.

13:50 - Charlene believes that three pieces of your scholarship success pie  will be leadership, community service and academic excellence.

17:00 - Charlene share’s the secret formula on how she paid off her student loan at the age of 22.

19:07 - Some advice from Charlene “Think about  different organizations that align with your major because all of those organizations can give you scholarships.”

21:30 -  Charlene gives tips on how she applied for scholarships and how important it is to get your essays together and get your letters of recommendations together.

22:59 -  Charlene gives some  great tips for better ideas and some direction in writing your essays.

24:44 -  Things that Charlene wants the listeners to understand before going on to College.

26:20 - How did Charlene keep herself  healthy doing this COVID-19?

Links Mentioned:

Charlene Rhinehart, CPA, PMP LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlenerhinehart/

Charlene Rhinehart Twitter - https://twitter.com/CharRhinehart

IG:@charlenerhinehart

>>>Point of Clarification:

The $100,000+ Charlene received  was an accumulation of scholarships + internships.

“This was an earlier recording while school was still in session”

Rockell is an Author and a Professional Speaker. Rockell's role as a school counselor has allowed her to help teens and young adults identify their career paths.

4:46 - What are Rockell’s suggestions for the first-generation college students during this pandemic?

6:32 -   For first-generation college students what should they be focusing on right now? So they'd be ready to go in the fall?

9:01 - Rockell share’s about the book she wrote and how it could be a good resource and tool for students and undergraduates.

10:39 - Rockell share’s few examples of how a student succeeds in school with everything that’s happening now especially this COVID-19.

12:02 - Rockell gives tips on how to take care of yourself during this time?

12:35 - Rockell’s book talked about the importance of emotional intelligence, how to be aware of your emotions, and being aware of others also.

14:47 - Rockell share’s her thoughts on how students succeed in life when something like COVID-19 comes their way?

15:24 - Why and how to create a vision board?

21:28 -  Being at home as everyone, what is a typical day for a college counselor?

22:29 - Rockell piece of advice for the listeners?

Links Mentioned:

Website:  http://www.rockellbartoli.com/

Facebook:https://web.facebook.com/rockellbartoli/

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rockellbartoli/

“This was an earlier recording while school was still in session”

Rockell is an Author and a Professional Speaker. Rockell's role as a school counselor has allowed her to help teens and young adults identify their career paths.

4:46 - What are Rockell’s suggestions for the first-generation college students during this pandemic?

6:32 -   For first-generation college students what should they be focusing on right now? So they'd be ready to go in the fall?

9:01 - Rockell share’s about the book she wrote and how it could be a good resource and tool for students and undergraduates.

10:39 - Rockell share’s few examples of how a student succeeds in school with everything that’s happening now especially this COVID-19.

12:02 - Rockell gives tips on how to take care of yourself during this time?

12:35 - Rockell’s book talked about the importance of emotional intelligence, how to be aware of your emotions, and being aware of others also.

14:47 - Rockell share’s her thoughts on how students succeed in life when something like COVID-19 comes their way?

15:24 - Why and how to create a vision board?

21:28 -  Being at home as everyone, what is a typical day for a college counselor?

22:29 - Rockell piece of advice for the listeners?

Links Mentioned:

Website:  http://www.rockellbartoli.com/

Facebook:https://web.facebook.com/rockellbartoli/

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rockellbartoli/

(Is there any way to notate this was an earlier recording while school was in session)?

“This was an earlier recording while school was still in session”

Rockell is an Author and a Professional Speaker. Rockell's role as a school counselor has allowed her to help teens and young adults identify their career paths.

4:46 - What are Rockell’s suggestions for the first-generation college students during this pandemic?

6:32 -   For first-generation college students what should they be focusing on right now? So they'd be ready to go in the fall?

9:01 - Rockell share’s about the book she wrote and how it could be a good resource and tool for students and undergraduates.

10:39 - Rockell share’s few examples of how a student succeeds in school with everything that’s happening now especially this COVID-19.

12:02 - Rockell gives tips on how to take care of yourself during this time?

12:35 - Rockell’s book talked about the importance of emotional intelligence, how to be aware of your emotions, and being aware of others also.

14:47 - Rockell share’s her thoughts on how students succeed in life when something like COVID-19 comes their way?

15:24 - Why and how to create a vision board?

21:28 -  Being at home as everyone, what is a typical day for a college counselor?

22:29 - Rockell piece of advice for the listeners?

Links Mentioned:

Website:  http://www.rockellbartoli.com/

Facebook:https://web.facebook.com/rockellbartoli/

Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rockellbartoli/

Jamie Newsom is the Assistant Director of Regional Recruitment and Outreach in the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at IUPUI (Indiana University- Purdue University Indianapolis). She is remotely based in Chicago and is responsible for all nonresident recruitment initiatives for the university. She has been in admissions for about 12 years.

03:36 - What are the Admission factors Jamie recommends to students when they start their applications?

05:09 - What are the changes that COVID-19 brings into their plans for prospective students?

07:13 - Virtual options for organizations are possible in summer and also into the fall.

08:30 -If students take the virtual tour they’ll have the chance to see the potential colleges they wish to attend.

09:01 - Tips for the application process to stand out from the others.

10:39 -  Tips in writing essays that Jamie thinks are really helpful for the students.

12:01 - More tips for writing an essay to make it interesting for college admissions counselors.

13:35 - Important things Jamie wishes students would ask early in the process?

15:14 - What is Jamie doing to stay healthy? What are the things Jamie and her family are doing to stay safe?