It is no secret that 2020 has come with many surprises. With your home now becoming an office, gym, and a place to relax all in one place, it can be challenging to find moments of gratitude. In this episode, Ken and Kelci discuss finding gratitude in the small moments for a big impact. Through our work with leading teams and developing students, we hope that this episode of Sincerely, Fresno State helps you curate ideas on how to start your own gratitude practice as we continue to navigate the uncertainty of 2020.

In this episode Ken and Kelci discuss the CliftonStrengths assessment. This assessment helps you discover your Top 5 strengths and guides you on how to use them in your day to day life. The probability of you having the same Top 5 strengths is 1 in 33 million. You read that right, one in 33 million! Join us as we discuss CliftonStrengths and applying them with our team and within the Division of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management. You might also want to find out why there is fruit in our bread in this episode of Sincerely, Fresno State.

This week's episode is full of nostalgia as Ken and Kelci discuss the orientation leader experience. From welcoming new students to campus, joining a team, and professional development opportunities, being an orientation leader opens up multiple doors of opportunity. Plus, we're hiring very soon! We hope you join us for an insight on the orientation experience (both from the student and staff perspective) and keep an eye out if you are looking for more than just a job at Fresno State.

While Ken is enjoying the views in the Pacific Northwest, Kelci takes us on a journey of reflection. In this episode she dives into the adjustment life has been over the past month and lessons she's learned about herself. Grab a pen, pencil, or favorite writing utensil and get ready to reflect on where you've been and dream of where you are going with this episode of Sincerely, Fresno State.

The art and science of orientation. In this week's episode, Ken and Kelci discuss their journey to the field of orientation. Highlighting their multiple major changes and life's trials and tribulations along the way, they also discuss how their chosen majors have led them to the positions they hold on campus now. Join us for another week as we discuss opportunities beyond your major and maximizing your academic experience at Fresno State.

Drink water, eat your veggies, and get outside. Seems simple enough, right? In this episode, Ken and Kelci discuss finding balance while working from home, their affinity for breakfast and ways to stay mentally and physically sound during the academic year. With the abundance of outdoor space in California, this episode aims to push you out of your comfort zone and try something new... Did someone say vulnerability? Grab your favorite pair of tennis shoes and enjoy the sounds of the outdoors as you tune into another episode of Sincerely, Fresno State.

Finding your home at a brand new-campus can be challenging, especially when we are all working remotely! In this episode, Ken and Kelci discuss searching for a club or organization that is right for you, their experience with finding connections at their alma maters, along with cats and volcanoes. Putting yourself out there can be half the battle and we hope with this episode you are able to find the courage to take the leap to find your place at Fresno State!

Kelci and Ken discuss the beginning of the Fall 2020 semester, recap Dog Days and the Office of New Student and Family Programs, and all things Fresno State.