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Hey Huskies and Friends! We hope you had a great week off and got some time to chill at home. Speaking of home, did you ever think about... leaving it? Well, not entirely, but what about studying abroad? Did you know that GBC offers study-abroad opportunities? Oh yes they do! In this episode, Khdrea chats with Mike Lafleur who is the Manager of Global Learning at GBC and he tells us all about these opportunities at George Brown and how you can take advantage of them. Tune in and start dreaming about your semester abroad! 

Key Moments: 

03:51 The Importance of Studying and Working Abroad 

04:44 Considerations for Global Learning 

07:09 Types of Global Learning Programs 

09:55 Global Learning Opportunities at the College 

11:13 Popular Study Abroad Destinations 

12:26 Risk Management and Student Support 

13:41 Financial Support for Study Abroad 

14:56 Advice for First-Time Travelers 

16:29 How to Learn More About Global Opportunities 

https://www.georgebrown.ca/international/study-work-abroad  

One of the most important parts of your program may be putting your skills to test, on the job. But it can be daunting to find a placement or co-op. One especially challenging hurdle for many people is the interview process. I know some of us get super excited when we apply for a job or placement and are selected for an interview, but then we get nervous. In this episode, we asked some of you guys about what your biggest fears are when it comes to doing interviews. Plus, we got expert advice on how to mitigate these fears, from a George Brown Placement Coordinator, Ana Vukelic. Tune in to find out what other George Brown students have to say and what you can do to have a successful interview! 

1:20 – Student responses to "what makes you nervous about a job/placement interview"? 

3:55 – Advice from a Placement Coordinator about what agencies are looking for in interviews 

7:13 - Ana's signs that a student will do well in an interview 

9:27 - Khdrea's advice on how to ace a placement or job interview 

https://www.georgebrown.ca/current-students/services/career-services

This episode introduces GBC students to the extensive resources available at the Library Learning Commons. Khdrea introduces the library as a crucial support system for academic success, highlighting the available resources such as books, free device loans, study rooms, and more.  

Student mini-interviews from the St. James campus emphasize the importance of the library for a conducive study environment and access to necessary technology.  

00:51 Revealing the Library Learning Commons 

01:33 Student Testimonials 

04:01 Library Resources and Services 

05:01 Underutilized Tools 

05:39 Conclusion and Weekly Challenge 

In this episode of the podcast, we dive into essential healthy habits for student life at GBC. Covering key areas like getting sufficient sleep, maintaining a balanced diet, staying hydrated, incorporating physical activity, and prioritizing mental health, we provide actionable tips to help students stay healthy, energized, and focused.

Tune in to learn how small changes can lead to big improvements in your overall well-being and academic success. 

00:52 The Importance of Sleep 

02:14 Nutrition Tips for Students 

03:46 Get Moving: Physical Activity 

04:29 Mental Health Matters 

05:40 Recap and Final Thoughts 

In this episode, Khdrea discusses the advantages of being a George Brown College (GBC) student, focusing on the various tech tools and online resources available. Key highlights include 'Apps Anywhere' for accessing essential software, the Pulse app for class materials and notifications, and the George Brown College app for campus events and student services. Khdrea also introduces the new GBC safety app, outlining its features for emergency and personal safety.

00:09 Embracing the New Semester Vibes 

00:22 Exciting Campus Events and Freebies 

00:34 Tech Resources for GBC Students 

00:51 Apps Anywhere: Work on the Go 

01:23 Pulse App: Your Course Companion 

01:55 George Brown College App: Stay Connected 

02:25 Introducing the GBC Safety App 

03:20 Digital Safety and IT Support 

04:00 Support for Faculty and Staff 

04:33 Final Thoughts and Farewell 

As a student, affording tuition, food, commuting, social activities and housing can be such a burden. And if you're a full-time student, that work-life balance almost seems impossible at times. But the truth is, the bills don’t pay themselves, as much as we would like them to, so we have to find a way to work around it. For this episode, we turned the mic back to you to find out what your experiences have been applying for awards and scholarships, and what your advice is to other students for saving and managing your money. Tune in to hear what your fellow GBC students have to say about keeping things affordable this semester.   

Key Moments: 

1:10 – GBC student experiences learning about awards and scholarships 

2:50 – How to find out about scholarships, awards, bursaries and tips for applying 

4:20 – GBC student advice on managing your money 

7:55 – Khdrea's advice on affordable and free resources on campus! 

https://www.georgebrown.ca/apply/financial-aid/awards-and-scholarships 

Student Association @sagbc 

Good Food Market @gbcgoodfoodmarket 

Producer email: [email protected] 

It’s episode 2 and we're in our second week of the semester, how are we feeling? Are we on top of the assignments or are the assignments on top of us? Sometimes mindful pauses help you to gather yourself and your thoughts and manage the overwhelming feelings that come with being a student and an active participant in life. This is why this week we are talking to Peer Mentor, Helen Mok, to get some perspective on how stress affects us and what resources are available to manage this at George Brown. 

Key Moments: 

1:54 – The importance of noticing the earliest, physical, signs of stress 

3:50 – Some examples of the sources of stress you might be experiencing 

5:39 – Kinds of activities and services provided at GBC to help manage stress 

7:59 – Where to find Peer Mentor Plus on social media 

9:16 – Practical steps you can take in daily life to manage stress 

11:33 – How to deal with the stress caused by social media 

@gbcpeermentorplus 

https://www.georgebrown.ca/current-students/services/counselling/peer-mentor 

Welcome back to the My GBC Podcast! In this, first, episode of Season 9, we're excited to introduce you to our new host, Khdrea! Tune in to learn a bit about Khdrea and hear about what's coming up in the podcast this season. And until next episode, as Khdrea says, "walk good", or take care. 

For more events this semester, don't forget to check these accounts online:  

www.facebook.com/georgebrowncollege 

@gbc.orientation @sagbc @gbcollege 

It's almost time for the first day of school and many of you may be wondering how you can make the best of it. Is there some secret? Some hidden knowledge to getting through college in one piece? Well, in this episode, we've put together a "masterclass" of tips from different people we've interviewed over the past semester. They answered the question, "What advice would you give your past-self if you could go back in time and do your first day of college all over again?" Tune in and find out what they had to share. 

Key Moments: 

1:00 – Brent, on finding your classrooms, living on campus and all-nighters! 

2:28 – Daniel, on taking advantage of the time you have 

2:42 – Em, on stepping out of your comfort zone and making mistakes 

5:17 – Prakash, on making friends for a good group project 

7:47 – Luna, on connect with your peers, going to events 

9:53 – Jada's advice on navigating GBC's online systems, connecting with peers 

10:46 – How navigating college is different than highschool 

@gbc.orientation 

www.georgebrown.ca/orientation  

This episode is jam-packed with useful information for any student who has, or suspects they may have, a disability and needs accommodations for their classes. Accessible Learning Services is the place to go! We speak to Don Kezima, Intake Coordinator at ALS, who gives us the details on what might be considered a disability, what kinds of accommodations are available and lots more. Plus he provides a dose of warmth and validation for those seeking support! Tune in now to learn more. 

Key Moments:

0:47 – What is Accessible Learning Services 

3:57 – The kinds of disabilities that someone signing up to ALS might have 

6:38 – Types of accommodations that ALS offers 

10:25 – Accommodations for anxiety, depression or addictions 

14:30 – Submitting medical documentation 

21:08 – Confidentiality and privacy 

24:04 – Examples of student success with ALS 

26:33 - Tips for accessing ALS for the first time 

31:22 – Upcoming workshops and events, clubs  

36:20 – How to find out more and reach out to ALS 

https://www.georgebrown.ca/current-students/services/accessible-learning-services 

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