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Exams and assignments are important and you want to do your best. But, you're important too. And learning how to maintain your mental and physical health in stressful times will not only give you a better chance of getting through exams in one piece, but it's an important skill to carry throughout the rest of your career. So, here are a couple of our tips for staying healthy and well through exam time. 

Key Moments: 

0:50 – Managing, and being aware of, stress 

1:26 – Moving around and changing location 

1:51 – Brain-fuelling foods and easy ways to consume them 

2:56 – Getting plenty of sleep  

3:34 – The benefit of brief social connections 

Machine learning, network security, what would your focus be if you were a student in Computer Technology? And what is it like to transition from school to career in this industry? We get all these answers and more in our conversation with two different students in the School of Computer Technology, Luna and Prakash. Tune in to get two different perspectives and a comprehensive look at this area of study at George Brown. 

Key Moments: 

1:27 – Intro to each of their programs and the differences between them 

2:42 – What career fields each program prepares you for 

5:16 – Mobi-Help, working as a peer tutor and a TA 

9:58 – Building a virtual IT center for the School of Computer Technology 

12:11 – Plans for next steps in the field of computer technology 

13:44 – Ways to take care of your mental health as an Computer Technology student 

https://www.georgebrown.ca/arts-design-information-technology/computer-technology 

What makes a building stand out? What makes it strong and sustainable? Why was it designed the way it was? These are all questions that an architect could answer for you. In this episode, we are talking to Pietro Ferrari, professor and coordinator in the School of Architectural Studies at George Brown College. We learned about some of the coolest courses and projects that students have worked on, why the Limberlost building is so unique, how students spent a study abroad in Italy and lots more! Tune in to learn all about it. 

Key Moments: 

2:45 – The core components of Architectural Studies 

4:48 – The city as a lab and new and innovative practices at George Brown 

9:11 – How the co-op programs work 

15:28 – Unique student design concepts from theatres to homeless shelters 

18:40 – How the Architectural Studies program has changed over 40 years 

22:11 – Canada's first mass timber building of its size: the ground-breaking Limberlost building 

26:37 – The study abroad program in Italy! 

https://www.georgebrown.ca/construction-engineering-technologies/architectural-studies 

We're back with another short and sweet "5 Tips" episode! It's that time of year again when a new semester is on the horizon and you might be thinking about how you can get prepared before your first class. Well, luckily, in this episode Jada and Ian are covering some helpful ways for you to prepare yourself ahead of time in order to have a successful semester! Tune in to get started.  

Key Moments: 

0:31 – Tip #1: How to get organized, early on 

1:10 – Tip #2: Finding professors that match your learning style 

1:40 – Tip #3: Online communications are key 

2:15 – Tip #4: Planning a class schedule that works for you 

2:46 – Tip #5: Managing your finances 

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We're excited to be back with another Student Program Interview! In this episode, we speak to Em Murdoch, a student in the Career Development Practitioner program. We learn about what makes the program unexpectedly personal and simultaneously rewarding. We learn how it connects students to their peers and to real clients in the practicum, plus lots more. Tune in to get the full interview! 

Key Moments: 

5:30 – How the program offers stability and connects you to yourself 

7:12 – Best courses in the program, putting yourself in the client's shoes 

9:45 – Hardest part about the program 

11:25 – Networking opportunities and talking about AI 

15:19 – Job-shadows and practicum placements 

18:24 – Em's most significant lesson gained so far  

19:50 – Different pathways the program can take you in 

https://www.georgebrown.ca/programs/career-development-practitioner-program-postgraduate-c406?year=2024 

On this episode of the podcast we're talking about housing for students at George Brown College. If you have been reading the news, or looking for housing yourself, you may be aware that rents are at an all-time high and ideal housing options are far and few between. So, what do we do about that? We speak to Brent and Daniel from Campus Planning. They're working on the Student Housing Study, a project of George Brown College that was started this spring and is working to understand, inform, and identify solutions for student housing. Tune-in and learn more about it! 

Key Moments: 

2:30 – What is the Student Housing Study and what work has been done up until now 

5:07 – How students responded to the housing survey (housing preferences, current budgets etc) 

8:44 – Examples of short-term and long-term solutions to housing 

12:04 – How George Brown College housing needs are different than a typical University housing needs 

14:54 – What's next for the Housing Study research (developing a new students residence?) 

18:18 – Opportunities for students to get involved and have a say 

https://www.georgebrown.ca/student-housing-working-group 

https://www.georgebrown.ca/facilities-sustainability/campus-planning 

Over the past year our hosts have been asking guests the same question in all our interviews, "how do you take care of your mental health while you're in school?" And today we are bringing you some of the answers that we captured! Hosts, Jada and Ian, will be listening to five clips from past interviews and discussing what they think about their mental health tips. Tune in to hear their thoughts on giving yourself grace, the importance of sleep, connecting with friends outside of school and more. 

Key Moments: 

1:15 – Burnout, breaks, sharing your feelings and more 

3:40 – Finding time for yourself every day, "allowing yourself grace"  

6:08 – Time management and asking for help 

8:17 – Insights for international students, finding friends, interests, journalling and more 

13:00 – Sleep, rest and resetting 

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

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Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed with everything you need to get done in a semester and wonder where your own life has gone? Well, then this episode is for you. New hosts, Jada and Ian, provide some tips and strategies for balancing your school-life with the rest of your life, so you can feel more connected to yourself and able to manage all the tasks ahead! Tune in to this short, 5mins episode to learn more. 

Key Moments: 

1:10 – Understanding that school isn't everything 

1:46 – How to explore what else you enjoy 

2:33 – Staying organized on the school side of things 

3:07 – Planning and enjoying your breaks 

3:55 – How scheduling fun and downtime makes a difference 

Have you ever talked to a grandparent or elder and felt like you gained a whole new perspective on life? Well in this first episode of Season 8, new host, Jada, talks to Recreation Management in Gerontology student, Aliza Kassam about what it's like to work with older adults. They discuss, not only the core courses that shape the program, but the unique and memorable moments she has had working with seniors and more that inspires her passion in the field. So, grab your favorite beverage, settle in, and learn all about it!  

Key Moments: 

1:48 – The core courses of the program, Aliza's background experience and the learning experience at college 

6:20 – The most demanding aspect of the program and how to overcome it 

7:28 – A memorable moment using behavioural approaches to increase wellness 

10:15 – What placements are like in the program 

12:38 – How the program changes your perspective on aging 

14:58 – Career and education pathways in the field and Aliza's career goals 

18:36 – How to prioritize your well-being, while balancing the demands of school and life 

Counselling Services for Students: https://www.georgebrown.ca/current-students/services/counselling 

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It's a new semester and a new season of the My GBC Podcast! Last semester, we enjoyed so many fruitful interviews on the podcast that we're taking the lessons we've learned from our guests and bringing them all to you as a Masterclass episode! Looking for ways to reflect on your academic performance? This is the episode for you. Featuring clips from our interviews over the past semester, you'll get some practical tips, as well as some long-term perspectives on how to approach your learning in a way that will works best for you. So, tune in and get started! 

Key Moments: 

2:30 – Asking questions and being confident in not knowing 

6:50 - Time management, tools and writing things down strategically 

15:00 – Taking in feedback, knowing yourself and learning how to learn 

20:30  - Being curious and working with your interests 

Tutoring and Learning Centre: https://www.georgebrown.ca/tutoring-and-learning-centre  

Library Learning Commons: https://www.georgebrown.ca/library-learning-commons  

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