More Than a Major

Today we are joined by Olivia Sanchez Worley, the Cost Management Program Manager at FCA (Fiat Chrysler Automobiles)! Olivia is the President of “Latins in Connection” at FCA, has 10 years experience in the auto industry and enjoys crafting, knitting, playing basketball, spending time with family and friends!

On this episode we discuss her move from Mexico to Michigan, what Latins in Connection is at FCA, how Latins in Connection supports Latinos in FCA, how she discovered her love for finance/automobiles, the importance of internships, how she found her place at FCA, and MORE! 

(The views and opinions expressed in every episode of "More Than a Major" belong to the guest speaker of the episode and do not necessarily reflect the official policy of FIU. Topics and opinions discussed in this podcast are meant to bring light to new ideas and give our guests a platform to reflect on their opinions for the sake of education and exploration.) 

After 1 1/2 weeks of adopting Brea Jones (the Story-Telling intern from the Wolfsonian) we learned so much and wrapped up our time together by using Brea's  journalism skills to interview one of our Honors students about the Black experience.

Brea interviews Caldwell Harris, an INCREDIBLE student who was recently featured on FIU news for her discussion on "the talk" black families have with their children about racism. Caldwell is an International Business/Marketing major and currently the Marketing Assistant at the FIU Frost Art Museum! 

On this episode Brea and Caldwell discuss the Black experience during this hectic summer, how FIU can respond better in the future to issues facing our Black students, resources to learn about the Black/Brown experience in America, the impact of the youth vote in the 2020 elections, change that young people will be fighting for in 2021, and MORE! 

(The views and opinions expressed in every episode of "More Than a Major" belong to the guest speaker of the episode and do not necessarily reflect the official policy of FIU. Topics and opinions discussed in this podcast are meant to bring light to new ideas and give our guests a platform to reflect on their opinions for the sake of education and exploration.) 

Our first episode from our "Thursday Thoughts" series with Immigration & International law Attorney, J. David Peña! Mr. Peña's expertise includes preparing visa applications, managing internal procedures required by USCIS for Employer Sanction Programs, making sure companies comply with current immigration/employment regulations, and representing individuals in removal/deportation proceedings. 

Today we talk to Mr. Peña about how he became an immigration lawyer, his most rewarding moments helping families through the immigration process, what we can expect from the Biden/Harris administration in regards to immigration, and we answer student's questions about the PERM program and finding a pathway to citizenship!

(The views and opinions expressed in every episode of "More Than a Major" belong to the guest speaker of the episode and do not necessarily reflect the official policy of FIU. Topics and opinions discussed in this podcast are meant to bring light to new ideas and give our guests a platform to reflect on their opinions for the sake of education and exploration.) 

Today we are joined by Brea Jones! Brea is a current FIU student who is interning for the FIU Wolfsonian Museum as their Storytelling intern, but I have adopted her for a few days! She is a Journalism major, incredible visual/verbal storyteller, and the president of Sigma Lambda Gamma Sorority Incorporated. 

On this episode we discuss her journey into journalism, what makes someone a good storyteller, issues she has written about recently, the importance of internships, graduating during COVID, the youth vote during the 2020 election and MORE! 

Make sure to follow the Wolfsonian on Instagram (@Wolfsonian) and Sigma Lambda Gamma on Instagram (@fiu_gammas)

(The views and opinions expressed in every episode of "More Than a Major" belong to the guest speaker of the episode and do not necessarily reflect the official policy of FIU. Topics and opinions discussed in this podcast are meant to bring light to new ideas and give our guests a platform to reflect on their opinions for the sake of education and exploration.) 

Today we are joined by Leo Cosio! Leo is an Honors College Alumnus who majored in Broadcast Media and Political Science! During his time at FIU he was heavily involved in the FIU community and represented the FIU student body as the BBC Student Government President. Leo is currently a news writer at WSVN 7 news and pursuing non-partisan political journalism!

On this episode, we discuss everything that happened last week with the election, his path after Honors, and his work starting the FIU Young Alumni Network. We talk about what a Biden administration may look like, the possibility over voter fraud, what role voter suppression played in this election, historic wins all around the country, and what we can hope for looking towards the future of America! 

(The views and opinions expressed in every episode of "More Than a Major" belong to the guest speaker of the episode and do not necessarily reflect the official policy of FIU. Topics and opinions discussed in this podcast are meant to bring light to new ideas and give our guests a platform to reflect on their opinions for the sake of education and exploration.) 

Today we are joined by Emelie Jimenez, the President of BC Community Project (New Honors Club). BC Community Project is a student-led club that is working on establishing a safe shelter for the homeless community in Miami to have a place to lay their heads at night when they are turned down from certain shelters or have run out of options on where to rest and lay their belongings. The project would also provide the community with resources on COVID testing, education on how to keep themselves safe, where to find food and a community to lean on in times of struggle. 

Emelie speaks to me about how she came up with this idea, issues facing our local community, how students can make a difference with their own ideas, and how she is pushing the BC Community Project forward!

If you are interested in joining email [email protected]

(The views and opinions expressed in every episode of "More Than a Major" belong to the guest speaker of the episode and do not necessarily reflect the official policy of FIU. Topics and opinions discussed in this podcast are meant to bring light to new ideas and give our guests a platform to reflect on their opinions for the sake of education and exploration.) 

One of the BEST things you can do in life is become a Peer Advisor and Panther Camp Facilitator through the Office of Orientation & Family Programs. Info Sessions are happening this week and end on Friday! Apply for one of the most rewarding & impactful experiences you could ever ask for.

On this episode, I am joined by Lucy Logan (one of the Panther Camp Directors of Recruitment) and Samantha Wagner (one of the Peer Advisor Coordinators). We talk about how you can apply, what the process to become a PA/PCF looks like, wholesome moments they've experiences as a PA/PCF, WHY they chose to apply for this experience, and why YOU should take the leap to help incoming students as a PA/PCF.

Make sure you don't miss out on this incredible experience and get more information at go.fiu.edu/ofppantherconnect for more info!

(The views and opinions expressed in every episode of "More Than a Major" belong to the guest speaker of the episode and do not necessarily reflect the official policy of FIU. Topics and opinions discussed in this podcast are meant to bring light to new ideas and give our guests a platform to reflect on their opinions for the sake of education and exploration.) 

Today I am joined by Nathalie Goudy & Melissa Padron, the FIU Interns for Student PIRGS! Student PIRGS (Public Interest Research Group) is a non-partisan organization that works with professional staff at colleges and universities to make sure students have the training, professional support and resources they need to tackle climate change, protect public health, revitalize our democracy, feeding the hungry and more. 

On this episode Nathalie, Melissa, and I talk about the WEIGHT of your vote, how FIU/Miami's diversity reflects the United States, how the student vote can decide the election, some happy phone-banking stories, and WHY they choose to volunteer for democracy. 

Also make sure to go to hon.fiu.edu/phonebank to join Honors & Student PIRGS this Saturday to call students around Florida and encourage them to vote early! 

(The views and opinions expressed in every episode of "More Than a Major" belong to the guest speaker of the episode and do not necessarily reflect the official policy of FIU. Topics and opinions discussed in this podcast are meant to bring light to new ideas and give our guests a platform to reflect on their opinions for the sake of education and exploration.) 

On this episode we are joined by Yenisleidy Simon Mengana, the Program Manager for the Global Learning office! . In this role, she leads the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs designed to increase students’ global awareness, global perspectives, and global engagement. 

In this episode we talk about how her office preps students to create social change, her humanitarian background, how the GL office can help demystify politics before November 3rd, the Millennium Fellowship, and MORE! 

(The views and opinions expressed in every episode of "More Than a Major" belong to the guest speaker of the episode and do not necessarily reflect the official policy of FIU. Topics and opinions discussed in this podcast are meant to bring light to new ideas and give our guests a platform to reflect on their opinions for the sake of education and exploration.) 

On this episode we are joined by Katerina Rodriguez! She is the Campus fellow for CEEP (Campus Election Engagement Project) a national nonpartisan project that helps engage students in federal, state and local elections. CEEP views voting as a means to promote a more equitable and inclusive democracy and to address past and present disenfranchisement.

On this episode Katerina and I talk about upcoming important dates for the general election, advice for students trying to form their political views, third-party voting, why your vote matters and MORE! 

(The views and opinions expressed in every episode of "More Than a Major" belong to the guest speaker of the episode and do not necessarily reflect the official policy of FIU. Topics and opinions discussed in this podcast are meant to bring light to new ideas and give our guests a platform to reflect on their opinions for the sake of education and exploration.)