Well, that's a wrap! We had so much fun bringing you authentic conversations between UGA students and mentors on topics surrounding experiences at school, work, and life in general. We're so grateful to all of our listeners, and we hope you continue to listen to this content whenever you or a fellow mentor or mentee need it. Clips included in this episode were taken from the following episodes:Being Black at a Predominantly White Institution - Part 1Imposter SyndromeOptimizing Your Mento...

In this episode, our guest Melissa Earl (BBA '14), a UGA alumni mentor, shares her expertise on time management and being more productive with your schedule. She talks about the importance of accountability and how having a system to track your progress can help you stay on track and achieve your goals.Melissa also emphasizes the significance of prioritization, explaining how to identify your most important tasks and allocate your time accordingly. In addition, Melissa addresses the common ch...

Are you considering pursuing a graduate or professional degree? UGA Alumni Mentors Mary Catherine Meno (AB '21) and Will Panter (BMUS '21) share their insights on how to navigate graduate and professional school successfully. As recent graduates, they provide a fresh perspective on the challenges and opportunities that graduate school presents, and offer practical tips on topics such as time management, networking, building relationships, and selecting the best graduate program for your...

You're about to graduate, you landed a job, and now you have to prepare to leave UGA. But what does that entail? UGA alumni mentor Loren Klein (MS '22) sheds light on preparing for life after college and how to tackle challenges post-graduation. Loren Klein is a 2022 graduate. She earned her masters in Food Science and a graduate certificate in entrepreneurship. She currently serves as a R&D Food Scientist for PepsiCo. For more information about the UGA Mentor Program, visit mentor.uga.ed...

Looking to serve others through leadership? Learn from UGA alumni mentor Quinn Shelt (BA '22) and UGA Mentor Program Ambassador Nikita Shah (BS '23) as they discuss their leadership philosophies and the challenges and rewards of being a leader.Quinn Shelt studied Political Science and Communication Studies while a student at UGA. She graduated in May 2022. As a student she was involved with the Alzheimer's Association, Clarke County Mentors at UGA, Phi Alpha Delta Law Fraternity, and Universi...

Let's get real. It's hard to say no. There are a lot of opportunities out there and ways to get involved on and off campus. But often we find ourselves burned out, overworked, and overcommitted. In this Real Talk: A UGA Mentor Program Podcast episode, we speak with UGA alumni mentors Jigisha Pardanani (BBA '02) and Ben Lewis (BBA '21) about overcommitment and what to do when you find yourself with one too many things on your plate. ​ Tune in to learn ways to help discover your bound...

You you've got to do it, but sometimes it's daunting to put yourself out there. UGA alumni mentor (and previous mentee) Jessica Tardy (BA '22, BS '22) and UGA alumni mentor Sloan Lewandoski (A.B. '22) help to demystify the process of networking and conducting informational interviews. They share important tools that can help you build your network and develop vital skills for those quick chats with professionals.Sloan is currently serving as a Marketing Operations Senior Specialist for Comcas...

If you're struggling financially as a student in college, you are not alone. UGA alumni Elena Krasovskaia (MS '21) and Kazi Rahman (BBA '17) join us to discuss their experiences at UGA while navigating financial insecurities. They share their stories and struggles as well as provide tips on how to make the most of your time as a student at UGA while living frugally. If you are facing financial insecurities, you can reach out to Student Care and Outreach or Financial Aid to learn more about re...

UGA students, alumni, faculty and staff are creative and innovative people! In this episode, we're taking on the start-up and talking entrepreneurship.UGA Mentor Program Ambassador Ben Kemp (BA '22 & MS '23) and UGA alumni mentor John Longino (BBA '73, MBA '76 & JD '76) discuss best practices for starting your own business and the many rewards of being an entrepreneur. John has earned three degrees from the University of Georgia. He studied finance, real estate and law. He had a long ...

Happy National Mentoring Month! We're starting the year off with a mentorship story featuring UGA mentee Moira La Fuente (BS '24) and her mentor Melissa Adomako (BS '13). They share how their mentorship has impacted their lives and the tremendous benefits of being able to connect with someone they can relate to on being and having been an international student. Melissa studied Biology as a student at UGA. She later earned a Master of Public Health degree from Tufts University School of Medici...