March Madness isn’t just on the court — it’s in your planner, your Canvas calendar, and your brain! Finals, work, social life… it’s a lot. But don’t worry — in this episode of Red Hawk Ready!, we’ve got your playbook for surviving the chaos and thriving through the madness.

Host Casey Dubina teams up with wellness MVP Rachel Heidema from LMC’s Office of Student Well-Being & Accessibility to tackle time management, burnout, and real-life strategies that actually work.

Learn how to:

• Balance school, work, and life without losing your mind
• Recognize signs of burnout before it benches you
• Create a realistic game plan for finals
• Practice Rachel’s “Final Four” self-care tips — one for each major wellness area!

Whether you’re a full-time student or juggling a packed schedule, this episode gives you the tools (and pep talk) you need to finish the semester strong.

Welcome to the very first episode of Red Hawk Ready!, the official podcast from Advising & Career Services at Lake Michigan College. Whether you're brand new to campus or a seasoned Red Hawk, this is your go-to guide for navigating college life, crushing your goals, and connecting with the people and resources that will help you thrive.

In this kickoff episode, your host Casey Dubina, Director of Advising & Career Services, introduces you to the purpose behind the pod: to help you feel empowered, informed, and—most of all—Red Hawk Ready! every step of the way.

You'll also meet the amazing advising team, hear fun facts and personal college stories, and get our March Madness-inspired "Game Plan for Success"—packed with practical tips to help you stay on top of your coursework and finish strong as midterms and campus events ramp up!