The Hope Matrix on Campus with Avery Peel

We are excited to share with you episode #3 as host Avery Peel, sits down with Madeline Bohlman, Miss Arkansas USA. Avery and Madeline talk about the hardships of college, and Madeline shares her struggles with ADHD, anxiety, and being on the wrong medication for years. Madeline also shares tips and tricks as to how she found a balance between school, social life, sorority events, and being in the Miss Arkansas USA program.

Tune in to listen to Miss Arkansas USA speak on her college experience at the University of Arkansas and how she got to where she is today.

More about Madeline Bohlman:

Madeline Bohlman is the reigning Miss Arkansas USA. She is a 22-year-old graduating from the University of Arkansas with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, majoring in Marketing, in 2024.

Alongside her studies, Madeline is an incoming Senior Merchandise Analyst at Walmart USA. Her greatest goal in life is to be a light in every room she enters, and she works towards this by advocating for mental health awareness through organizations like NAMI and companies like Genesight.

Madeline aims to see women's emotions recognized as powerful leadership tools and hopes to inspire others to embrace their intuition. In her free time, Madeline enjoys supporting local businesses, putting together stellar outfits, listening to podcasts, and traveling.

In this insightful episode of The Hope Matrix on Campus, host Avery Peel interviews Veronica O’Brien, research analyst at The Shine Hope Company and Clinical Psychology Doctoral Candidate. Veronica shares her inspiring journey from undergrad to pursuing a career in neuropsychology, emphasizing the power of breaking down big goals into manageable steps and remaining authentic throughout the academic process.

Drawing from personal experiences, Veronica delves into crucial topics like conducting effective research, finding supportive faculty mentors, and managing the pressures of academic life. As a dedicated mentor, Veronica offers advice on time management, overcoming rumination, and the vital role of community and mentorship in graduate school.

Whether you're planning your own academic future or seeking practical strategies for life’s challenges, this episode provides valuable insights to help you thrive in difficult environments.

More About Veronica O’Brien:
Veronica O’Brien is a Clinical Psychology Doctoral Candidate at Georgia Southern University, with research focused on mindfulness meditation and substance misuse. Her clinical interests lie in neuropsychological assessment, and she aims to pursue further training in neuropsychology. Prior to her doctoral studies, Veronica worked as a licensed mental health therapist for children and youth, offering essential mental health services in underserved communities.

Learn More about The Shine Hope Company:
www.theshinehopecompany.com

In this episode host Avery Peel, sits down with Kathryn Goetzke, as she shares her journey to becoming the CEO and founder of The Shine Hope Company. Kathryn overcame immense challenges throughout her college career including her dad dying by suicide and her own attempt in her 20’s. She then decided to be proactive against suicide and get to the root cause, which she found to be hopelessness. 

Kathryn shares her story in detail as she goes through how she came to where she is today. Avery and Kathryn then discuss the programs available through The Shine Hope Company including the Hopeful Mindsets College Course which they are currently implementing at the University of Arkansas - Fayetteville.