Hey there, knowledge seekers! Welcome to Scholarly Streams, your one-stop shop for navigating the thrilling and sometimes terrifying world of university education!  

That's right! Whether you're a high school senior staring down college applications or a curious adult considering a career change, this podcast is here to guide you through the exciting, challenging, and often confusing world of university life.  

From picking the perfect program to surviving finals week, we'll be your partners in crime, offering up insider tips, insightful interviews, and a whole lot of laughter along the way.   But before we dive into the nitty-gritty, let's take a step back. University wasn't always the sprawling network of campuses and diverse programs we know today.  

That's right! The concept of a university can be traced back to the 1500s, emerging from medieval centers of learning called "studium generale." These institutions focused on a specific set of subjects, often theology, law, and medicine.