The International Students Podcast (TISP)

By Progress Oberiko

TISP centers the experiences of international students; sharing stories, opportunities, relevant info, culture shocks, etc; and also supporting prospective int. students (& migrants) as they move ... more

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The podcast currently has 30 episodes available.

The International Students Podcast (TISP) episodes:

September 06, 2023 Episode 29: Overcoming The Imposter Syndrome As An International Student Ft. Rita Ugi & Ada Ogoh
One big challenge that International students face when they move abroad to study is The Imposter Syndrome, which often makes you feel less than, affects your self esteem, self worth and self confidence, and your overall performance socially and academically.
Our brilliant Guest speakers Ada Ogoh, Alumni of the University of Chester, and Rita Ugi, Alumni of the University of Lincoln (who were interviewed separately and have also featured on previous episode 24 of this podcast), using their unique experiences, shared valuable stories and tips on how to deal with the imposter syndrome.

If you have any questions, shoot us an email [email protected], we love hearing from you!

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38min
August 22, 2023Episode 28: Getting Sponsorship Jobs and more Ft Kolade Alabi
This is the episode you have been waiting for!
A fully packed episode with our Guest Speaker, Kolade Alabi, a Digital Content Creator, and International Student Consultant, he shares:
List of UK companies offering visa sponsorship

Top paying companies/industries in the UK

Tips for applying for a sponsorship job

Navigating the Imposter syndrome as an international student

and more...
If you have any questions, shoot us an email [email protected], we love hearing from you!

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50min
July 18, 2023 Episode 27: 10 Tips for Writing an Excellent Dissertation ft Jewel Atedou Bright
Our Guest Speaker Jewel Atedou Bright, an award winning dissertation writer/Chevening Scholar/ Uni Sussex Alumni shared some useful tips that could help when writing a dissertation.
If you have any questions, shoot us an email [email protected], we love hearing from you!

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1h
July 11, 2023 Episode 26: 10 Job Tips for International Students
Trying to land a job, but made little success? These 10 tips might help you when applying for a job as an international student.
If you have any questions, shoot us an email [email protected], we love hearing from you!

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18min
June 28, 2023Episode 25: Life in Uni Chester, Careers & Employability ft Dr. Alex Fenton
Are you a prospective, current or graduate international student?
In this episode, our guest speaker Dr. Alex Fenton Associate Prof. and Associate Dean International for Uni Chester shared brilliant insights into:
why you should consider studying at Uni Chester

Employability & Careers support available for Chester graduates

Chester alumni network

Some facts about Uni Chester and more...
If you have any questions, shoot us an email [email protected], we love hearing from you!

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37min
June 16, 2023 Episode 24: Life after graduating as an International Student Ft Ada Ogoh & Rita Ugi
In this episode you get to hear from two graduate international students: Ada Ogoh, an alumna of Uni Chester, and Rita Ugi, an alumna and current staff of Uni Lincoln. They share their genuine lived experiences and challenges of life after graduating as international students, including:
- Job search and job tips
- dealing with career anxiety
- and more
If you have any questions, shoot us an email [email protected], we love hearing from you!

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38min
May 02, 2023 Episode 23: Common Challenges International Students Face ft Rita Ugi
Rita and I dived into the realities of being an international student by unpacking some of the challenges international students experience when studying abroad.

Rita Ugi is the Vice President International for the Student Union at the University of Lincoln, UK, and she shared brilliant insights on this episode.

If you are a current international student, please let us know if you can relate to some of these challenges.
If you are intending to study abroad, this will help you brace yourself.
If you have any questions, shoot us an email [email protected], we love hearing from you!

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40min
April 24, 2023 Episode 22: Dos and Donts in The UK
This is a short informative episode about some of the dos and donts in the UK (and maybe other countries as well) based on my observation. It includes lessons, mistakes to avoid, etc.

Knowledge is key, as they say, and when we have these basic knowledge we save ourselves certain avoidable mistakes. Trust me, you will like this one!

If you have any questions, shoot us an email [email protected], we love hearing from you!

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22min
April 17, 2023 Episode 21: The Different Types of International Students
This episode is both humorous and informative. It gives you a sense of the different categories of students studying abroad and what to expect, and it also highlights how people are on different pedestal.

Let me know if you found yourself or someone in any of the categories.

If you have any questions, shoot us an email [email protected], we love hearing from you!

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20min
February 18, 2023Episode 20: Racism, Discrimination, Unconscious bias, Protected Characteristics ft Ben Robbins
What should you do when you experience racism or any form of discrimination?
Our Guest speaker Ben Robbins, a Talent Acquisition Manager who is passionate about diversity, equity and inclusion, and has also previously worked with Stop Hate UK shares loads of insights about:
How international students can respond to racism and discrimination

What are protected characteristics?

Dos & Donts for international students

Unconscious bias

Discriminatory behaviors to avoid
If you have any questions, shoot us an email [email protected], we love hearing from you! You can find Ben on Linkedin - Ben Robbins
Follow us on Instagram @Tispodcast and Facebook The International Students Podcast (TISP)
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1h 3min

FAQs about The International Students Podcast (TISP):

How many episodes does The International Students Podcast (TISP) have?

The podcast currently has 30 episodes available.