Major Insight

The deep connections between the brain and behavior are something scientists still don't fully understand, and it's a mystery that's always fascinated Cambria Beane. Cambria is interested in studying therapeutic interventions for those struggling with trauma and substance use disorders. And we'll also talk about finding great undergraduate research opportunities, about overcoming imposter syndrome, and about facing the fear of fitting in by immersing yourself in absolutely everything.

Featured Majors: Psychology, Neuroscience

Featured Organizations: The Reward and Addictive Disorders (RAD) Lab, Psi Chi (The International Honors Society in Psychology, Miami Shakerettes Dance Team

Marguerite Smith always wanted to be (and to do) more than one thing in college. As an Engineering major, she's not only become a leader in a traditionally male dominate field, Marguerite also excels outside the lab as a nationally ranked beach volleyball player. We'll also talk about some college and engineering stereotypes, about overcoming imposter syndrome, and about learning how to take a break, while still accomplishing everything you want to accomplish.

Featured Majors: Electrical Engineering, Engineering Management, Pre-Law

Featured Organizations: Society of Women Engineers, IEEE Eta Kappa Nu Honors Society, Miami Beach Volleyball Team

Orin Edwards strives for excellence in all aspects of life. As part of Miami RedHawks football, Orin shines as a leader on and off the field. As a student, he understands the essential importance of time management and balance. But success isn't always easy, and not everything always goes as planned. So we'll also talk about not giving up when your reality unravels, overcoming the limitations often imposed on us by others, the power of changing your perspective, and more.

Featured Majors: Biology, Sport Leadership and Management (SLAM)

Featured Organizations: Miami RedHawks Football

Nyah Smith has gone from an uncertain first-year student to a true student leader as the university's student body president, and it's been a remarkable journey that shows just how truly transformative college can be. We'll also talk about how to pivot and adapt to the unexpected, while still embracing the magic of the moment. Why student orgs are so vital. And why it's so important to get out of your comfort zone, to get involved, and to just go for it!

Featured Majors: Social Work, Public Health

Featured Organizations: Associated Student Government, SEAL Ambassadors, Armstrong Student Center Board, Intramural Sport Program

Before every episode of Major Insight, we start with ice breakers. It's just a way to have fun, to get warmed up, and to get to know each other a little better. So on this special episode, get ready to hear college students answer some of the least important questions of our time.

College is a time of intellectual and personal growth. And Liz Grossman has excelled at both by combining her many interests into a dynamic experience that breaks boundaries between sports, video games, art, history, fashion, pop culture, AI, and more. We'll also talk about being financially responsible in college, the best kept secrets of time management, tips on applying to grad school, and about how finding balance in life might be one of the most important things you ever learn how to do.

Featured Majors: Sport Leadership and Management, Esports Management

Featured Organizations: Women in Sport Leadership (WISL), NBA2K Esports Team, Phi Sigma Pi

Acting is life for Jonathan Erwin, who has been inspired to move audiences to laughter, tears, and applause ever since he began performing at a young age. We'll also talk about what it takes to pursue a career in film, learning how to break the mold, to expect the unexpected, and to embrace the freedom you'll find in college.

Featured Majors: Theater, Arts Management and Arts Entrepreneurship.

Featured Organizations: Department of Theatre

Lauren McCann understands how truly transformative great educators can be. As a primary education major and aspiring teacher, she hopes to help new generations of children become intelligent, creative, thoughtful, and empathic life-long learners. We'll also talk about overcoming homesickness, the pitfalls of "people pleasing," and about relying on good friends and family members during those challenge college times.

Featured Majors: Primary Education

Featured Organizations: EcoReps, Miami University National Science Teaching Association (MUNSTA), Global Initiatives

Avery Holmes knows how to find amazing opportunities from challenging situations. After playing a lot of sports, which came with lots of injuries, she discovered the path to pursue athletic training and physical therapy. We'll talk about the fascinating world of performance and recovery, why rejection is simply redirection, and how to make the most out of time in college. Because it's going to fly by.

Featured Majors: Kinesiology, Athletic Training, Nutrition

Featured Organizations: Miami Athletics, RedHawks Football, Kappa Delta

Maya Mehlman loves meeting new people, being creative, telling stories, and the kinds of experiences that a career in Media and Communications can bring. She's also back from a semester-long study abroad, which led to life-changing revelations about overcoming FOMO, dealing with culture shock, and what it's really like to learn how to live on your own.

Featured Majors: Media and Communications, Theater

Featured Organizations and Internships: Chi Omega, Chabad, Global Initiatives, Inside Washington, Miami In Luxembourg