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UNLV Groundbreakers PodcastEpisode 13: First Generation Celebration Interview with Maya EllsworthBeing a first-generation student and moving away from another place can be somewhat stressful. Maya Ellsworth, a first-generation sophomore, tells all about her transition from her small high school in Hawaii to the huge campus of UNLV. She talks about her work as a peer mentor and how she's motivating students to ask questions and connecting them to the necessary resources. Maya shares a personal experience that inspired her to become a nurse and discusses overcoming obstacles as she navigated college life. She shares how living in the dorms her first year allowed her to make friends and come...
2020-11-1300 minUNLV Groundbreakers PodcastEpisode 12: First Generation Celebration with Trent Calicia
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Hello Everyone! This is the show notes and shouts outs to:
Episode 12: First-Generation Celebration with Trent Calicia - The Intersection | Filipino American | First-Generation | Physical Therapy |Family.
In this episode you’ll discover:
Being a first-generation and minority student on a diverse campus.
Trent’s journey as a college student handling the pandemic.
How COVID has positively affected Trent and reaffirmed his love for physical therapy.
Learn more about FASA (Filipinx American Student Association)
And many more! Enjoy!
The foll...
2020-11-1200 minUNLV Groundbreakers PodcastEpisode 11: First Generation Celebration Interview with Julieann CruzLife is very unpredictable, and a bunch of curveballs may be thrown at your way which could throw you off track, but not this first-generation student. In this interview, Julieann Cruz shares her experiences of dealing with life’s unpredictable moments and conquering through those curveballs to reach her achievements and goals in life. Julieann came all the way from Guam and was originally set to attend college in Portland, but things took a turn when she found out she was going to be a mother. Julieann found herself in Las Vegas on her way to Portland and decided to...
2020-11-1100 minUNLV Groundbreakers PodcastEpisode 10: First Generation Celebration with Heidi and AldoDeciding when to start college does not necessarily mean starting right after high school. In this podcast, we spoke with Heidi and Aldo, who are both nontraditional first-generation college students, and the odds were stacked against them. Heidi and Aldo have proven that age and other hurdles do not matter when it comes to pursuing your dreams. What truly counts is your passion for the career path of your choice, the dedication you are willing to apply yourself, and making the necessary sacrifice in order to succeed in your academic endeavors. Heidi has had a passion for nursing...
2020-11-1000 minUNLV Groundbreakers PodcastEpisode 09 I First Generation Celebration I Interview w/ Krickett & BradyIn this first of five-episode series, we are highlighting the experiences of our first-generation students here at UNLV. Being a first generation college student can be quite intimidating as it breaches unfamiliar territory. Krickett and Brady are both UNLV students walking down this path with the goal of turning the tide in their respective families, and it has been a stressful journey walking on this unpaved road. For many people, education is one of their biggest regrets, and Krickett and Brady aspire to finish their academia and establish financial stability with their degrees. In this podcast, they talk...
2020-11-0900 minUNLV Groundbreakers PodcastEpisode 08: Dr. Harriet Barlow Interview | Coping & Coming together During these difficult timesIn this episode, we interview Dr. Harriet Barlow. Dr. Barlow is the current Executive Director of The Intersection Program, UNLV's Academic Multicultural Resource Center. This is a program that advocates and supports the needs of first-generation college students of color and staff so that they can successfully navigate their academic careers. During this episode, Dr. Barlow describes the challenges that she and The Intersection faced at the onset of the COVID pandemic as well as her take on what's happened with the Hey Reb statue and social justice in our community. As Dr. Barlow describes, within the struggles, came...
2020-08-2148 minUNLV Groundbreakers PodcastEpisode 07: Interview with Natalie Klun | How to Expand Your Influence on Social MediaIn this episode, we interview Ms. Natalie Klun who a UNLV alum. She calls herself the "Rebel Influencer," the author of the book, "Taking the Sell out of Sales," and the founder of the Virtual Tools Series on YouTube called, "Be Virtual Together." We spoke to Natalie about how her experience at UNLV helped her to where she is now as an Entrepreneur and Business. She gives her advice to students on transitioning into the workforce after graduation and how to be authentic and build your business around the idea of helping others. Also, Natalie explains the importance...
2020-07-0132 minUNLV Groundbreakers PodcastEpisode 06: Interview with Dr. Sharon Jalene | The Importance of Mental Health with College StudentsEpisode 06: Mental Health w/ Dr. Sharon Jalene
Hey, Rebels! This interview was recorded prior to the COVID-19 pandemic in early February. What's fascinating about this episode is that we cover a lot of things about mental which crucial in this new environment that we all find ourselves suddenly having to cope with. You may have seen our guest, Dr. Jalene around campus, during fitness for finals, or have even taken some of her courses. Dr. Sharon Jalene is the Assistant Dean of undergraduate affairs and an Assistant Professor in Residence here at UNLV. After having...
2020-06-1347 minUNLV Groundbreakers PodcastEpisode 05: Interview with Cade Aponick (local EMT)Rachael, along with her fellow classmate, Kyle interview Cade, an EMT in Las Vegas for a class project. They talk about how Cade's experience of being an EMT is during the COVID-19 pandemic and how he copes with working as an EMT.
2020-05-2848 minUNLV Groundbreakers PodcastEpisode 03: SleepHey, Rebels! One of the things you won't be able to avoid during the semester is exams. If you're lucky you'll get one or two exams during the same week. But the reality for most of us is, tests and exams occur almost all simultaneously during the same day or all in the same week. And studying can get tricky! So why should you invest in your sleep if you're pressed for time? Well In this episode, you'll learn the benefits of having great quality sleep before studying for those exams and how to utilize caffeine to work for...
2020-04-3007 minUNLV Groundbreakers PodcastEpisode 04: A College Student's Perspective on Handling Classes during COVID-19Interviewing one of our own, Trey Curtis-Brown, he explains how he is navigating life as a college student with balancing the COVID-19 pandemic. Providing us with further information in regards to CSUN and how they believe our future on campus might be affected, in addition, to his take on graduation being postponed.
Connect with Trey Curtis-Brown:
Email: trey.curtis-brown@unlv.edu
Instagram: @treycurtisbrown
Connect with us:
Email: rebelgroundbreaker@gmail.com
Instagram: @groundbreakerspodcast
2020-04-3027 minUNLV Groundbreakers PodcastEpisode 02: Ghosted By GPAHave you been ghosted before?!? I have too and trust me it’s never that serious. Want to know how to handle it, don’t get bitter get better. From GPA to goals, we are going to tell you how you can make a comeback to bounce back from the setback. Listen to us on your favorite podcast app!
In this episode you’ll discover:
The importance of social separation in college
How to not take things personally
There’s a multitude of reasons
College can be stressful
Decisions are made for their own benefits
How to...
2020-02-1704 minUNLV Groundbreakers PodcastEpisode 01: BFFs For The SemesterHey Rebels! This is the show notes and shout outs to:
Episode 01: BFFs for the semester!
In this episode you’ll discover:
The Benefits of seating in the front of class
Why you should find productive individuals and exchange information.
Benefits of making friends and study buddies
How tutors can help!
The benefits of building relationships with your professors
How going to office hours can make a difference
Why you should try to be engaging
Follow us on Instagram: @rebelgroundbreakers
Email us at: rebelgroundbreaker@gmail.com
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2020-02-0405 minUNLV Groundbreakers PodcastRebel Groundbreakers Podcast: IntroductionHey Rebels! This podcast was started by the IHS Peer Mentors here at UNLV, hope you enjoy!
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