When students hear the phrase academic coaching, a lot of assumptions come with it. Some of those assumptions quietly keep students from support that could actually make a big difference.

In this episode, Sarah and Hannah break down five of the most common myths about academic coaching and what coaching really looks like in practice. You’ll hear real talk about who coaching is for, what happens in a coaching session, and why coaching is less about having someone “fix” you and more about helping you grow.

Whether you’re thriving, struggling, or somewhere in between, this episode is an invitation to rethink what support can look like and to remember that you don’t have to figure everything out on your own.

In this launch episode of Nighthawk Coach Talk, we share why we started this podcast and what students can expect. As academic coaches, we see a common pattern: students who are capable, motivated, and hardworking — but lacking structure and steady habits.

This podcast exists to bring coaching conversations beyond appointments and into your everyday routine. Each episode will offer practical strategies, small habits that build confidence, and encouragement when things feel heavy.

Small changes add up. Let’s build them together.

Book an appointment with a coach here: go.ung.edu/success-hub