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Aggie Parent & Family PodcastThe Student Orientation Process w/ USU OrientationListen to our newest podcast episode to learn more about the student orientation experience at USU and how you can support your student through this process. ----more---- Show Notes: More information about in-person Module 3: aggie.link/ao Register/update reservation for Module 3: aggie.link/vzo Student Onboarding Specalists: aggie.link/onboarding-team USU 1010: Connections course: usu.edu/connections Contact Us! USU Orientation: 435-797-0283 | orientation@usu.edu | usu.edu/orientation USU Parent & Family Programs: 435-797-7557 | parents@usu.edu | usu.edu/parents 2025-03-0717 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastManaging New Dynamics with Your Students Over the Holidays w/ CAPSToday, Alex Calder talks to us about managing the potential new dynamics between you and your students this holiday season. ----more---- Contact Counseling & Prevention Services (CAPS): 435-797-1012 capsinfo@usu.edu usu.edu/aggiewellness/caps/ 2024-12-0516 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastMoving On-Campus w/ USU Residence LifeToday, Quinn Balser (they/them) talks to us about moving on-campus, what to bring, what not to bring, and how Residence Life helps your students acclimate to on-campus life. ----more---- Show Notes: Off-Campus Resources: USU Off-Campus Housing Office: Provides information and support for students seeking housing off-campus. Community Boards: Check online and on-campus community boards for sublease and roommate opportunities. Rental Websites: Websites like Zillow, Apartment Finder, Facebook, and Craigslist can be useful for finding available rentals. Housing Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/USUHousing/_saved/ Contact Housing: 435-797-31...2024-08-0613 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastGetting a Job at USU w/ USU's Career Design CenterOn this week's episode, I chat with Jillian Morley and Joseph Banks, both Assistant Directors in the Career Design Center on USU's campus. We discuss resources available to students looking for jobs on and off campus, career and major exploration, and courses built specifically for students figuring out what they want to do. Resources mentioned: Focus 2 Assessment Aggie Handshake USU 1400: Exploring Majors & Careers USU 2400: Finding and Preparing for Internships and Experiential Learning USU 3400: Launch Your Career Contact the Career Design Center her...2024-02-2313 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastCombating Spring Semester Blues w/ USU's Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS)On today's episode I chat with Monique Frazier, a licensed clinical psychologist at USU's Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS). We discuss the mental health and counseling services offered at the university and how your student can make the spring semester blues a little brighter. Resources mentioned: CAPS Website Current CAPS Workshops & Recordings @usureachpeer on Instagram The Depression Cure by Dr. Stephen Ilardi 2024-02-0912 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 44: Staying Active and Healthy in College w/ USU's Campus RecreationOn today's episode I chat with Baily Kruzan, Coordinator of Marketing for USU Campus Recreation. We discuss all of the many resources, employment, and activities that Campus Recreation offers to your students. Resources discussed: Campus Recreation Website: https://www.usu.edu/campusrec/ Upcoming events: https://www.usu.edu/campusrec/special-events/ Campus Rec Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/usucampusrec/ Contact the Campus Rec team: https://www.usu.edu/campusrec/about/our-team 2024-01-2210 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 43: USU’s Division of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)In today's episode, I chat with Isaiah Jones, Senior Director: Campus and Community Engagement, in USU's Division of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI). Isaiah highlights how his division works with students and their families and the upcoming Walk the Walk Week. Links and resources discussed: USU's Division of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion homepage: https://www.usu.edu/dei/ Walk the Walk Week: https://www.usu.edu/dei/engagement/walk-the-walk Meet with Isaiah: https://www.usu.edu/dei/engagement/ Sign up for the DEI newsletter: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/EkV...2024-01-0407 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 42: Parent & Family WeekendShow Notes: In today’s episode we talk about our upcoming Parent & Family Weekend event! This is such a great way for parents and families to experience what life is like as an Aggie! During this event, you will get to know your student’s college, attend a football game, participate in activities, and more. We put a lot of work into ensuring this event is fun, informative, and experiential for Aggies and their family. We have more information in the links provided below. Parent & Family Weekend Website: https://www.usu.edu/parents/weeke...2023-09-0806 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastNow Hiring Students: Connections Peer Mentor Application is OpenIn today's episode, I sit down with the Assistant Director of Student Orientation and Transition Services, Julie Sorensen. We discuss Utah State's first-year experience course: USU 1010: Connections. Julie shares the benefits of this class, the importance of Peer Mentors and how your students can apply to be one. New Student What's Next Page: https://www.usu.edu/admissions/whatsnext/ Apply To Be a Connections Peer Mentor!: https://www.usu.edu/connections/peer-mentor USU 1010: Connections: https://www.usu.edu/connections/ USU Parent & Family Programs: https://www.usu.edu/parents/ Schedule an appointment with Sierra: https://ususierralaw.youcanbook.me/; sierra.law@usu.edu...2023-03-2108 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 41: Parent Orientation InformationIn today's episode, I sit down with the Associate Director of Student Orientation and Transition Services, Kylee Hopkin. We discuss everything families needs to know to help their students through the orientation process, including helpful tips and resources. New Student What's Next Page: https://www.usu.edu/admissions/whatsnext/ Creating a Delegate: https://myid.usu.edu/ Online Orientation Modules: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/ Submitting a Deferment: https://www.usu.edu/admissions/deferment/ USU Parent & Family Programs: https://www.usu.edu/parents/ Schedule an appointment with Sierra: https://ususierralaw.youcanbook.me/; sierra.law@usu.edu; 435-797-7557 Guest Kylee Hopkin - S...2023-03-0111 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 40: Introducing the New Division of Diversity, Equity, and InclusionIn this episode, I sit down with Isaiah Jones, the Senior Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. He introduces the new division and the ways it can help parents and families support their students. Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: https://www.usu.edu/dei/ Roadmap to Inclusion Excellence: https://www.usu.edu/dei/strategic-goals/index DEI Newsletter: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/EkVbqMS/newsletter Schedule an appointment with Sierra: https://ususierralaw.youcanbook.me/; sierra.law@usu.edu; 435-797-7557 Guest Isaiah Jones - Senior Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion 2023-02-2414 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 39: Why your Student Should Utilize USU Academic Success CoachingIn today’s episode, I sit down with the USU Director of Student Retention & Completion, Heidi Kesler, and USU Academic Success Coach, Carolina Bell, to discuss why your student should utilize USU Academic Success Coaching. We go into some of the services offered, why it is essential, and what students can expect when visiting.   USU Parent & Family Programs: usu.edu/parents/index USU Parent & Family Contact Information: 435-797-7557; isaiah.jones@usu.edu; Instagram @usuateam  USU Student Retention & Completion: usu.edu/retention/index/ USU Academic Success Coaching: usu.edu/retention/academic-success-coaches Guest 2022-11-2914 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 38: Spring 2023 Registration RemidersIn today’s episode, I talk about spring 2023 registration. We chat tips and tricks with college scheduler, building a plan ahead of time, and what to do if you are not planning to attend the spring semester. New Student Orientation: usu.edu/orientation/locations/logan Orientation Office Contact Information: 435-797-0283; orientation@usu.edu; Instagram @usuateam Notification of Leave: usu.edu/retention/nol/ 2022-11-1408 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 37: Being Exploratory at USUIn today’s episode, we chat over Zoom with Jana Haws from the Exploratory Advising office, Kevin Schwemmin from the Career Design Center, as well as A-Team member Mason Ralphs about what it means to be “exploratory” here at USU. We get to dive into what picking a major might look like for students and why it is okay if you change your mind when it comes to what it is you would like to study. New Student Orientation: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/locations/logan   Orientation Office Contact Information: 435-797-0283; orientation@usu.edu; Instagram @usuateam  Explorato...2022-10-1333 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 36: How the USU Financial Support Center Can Support Your Student For Fall 2022In today’s episode, I sit down with A-Team member Emma as well as Jennifer and Sue of the Student Financial Support here at USU to talk about the different services offered through the new department. We go into some of the specific services offered, why it is important, and what students can expect when visiting.   New Student Orientation: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/locations/logan    Orientation Office Contact Information: 435-797-0283; orientation@usu.edu; Instagram @usuateam  Student Financial Support: https://www.usu.edu/financial-support/ Emails: financialaid@usu.edu; scholarships@usu.edu; smmc@usu.edu Loc...2022-07-2918 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 35: Fall 2022: What to Expect with In-Person Aggie OrientationIn today’s episode, I sit down again with Isaiah, Reagan, Kara, and Tia to talk about in-person Aggie Orientation and what students can expect. We break down the orientation day, talk about parent orientation, and give some advice for students as they prepare to attend. New Student Orientation: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/locations/logan    Orientation Office Contact Information: 435-797-0283; orientation@usu.edu; Instagram @usuateam  Sign-Up for In-Person Orientation or Switch Orientation Days: https://login.usu.edu/cas/login?service=https://secure1.vzorientation.com/usu/ssosignin.aspx Guest Isaiah Jones – P...2022-06-2716 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 34: Fall 2022: Module 3, Aggie OrientationIn today’s episode, we chat over Zoom with A-Team members, Erin and Xander about Module 3 of the online orientation, in-person Aggie Orientation, and what to expect this summer as they prepare to attend Utah State. New Student Orientation: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/locations/logan Sign-up for an in-person Aggie Orientation Session (or change your date): https://secure1.vzorientation.com/usu/ Orientation Office Contact Information: 435-797-0283; orientation@usu.edu; Instagram @usuateam Guests Erin Nielsen – Social Work; Senior; Hyde Park, UT Xander Heath – Marketing with Tech Sales Minor, Senior; West Vall 2022-06-0712 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 33: How Can I Express My Feelings in a More Gentle (less blaming) Way?In today's episode, we chat over Zoom with USU Extension professor Ashley Yaugher and Health and Wellness Coordinator Chapel Taylor-Olsen on how we can express our feelings in a more gentle (less blaming) way. How Can I Express My Feelings in a More Gentle (less blaming) Way? w/ USU Professor Ashley Yaugher and Health & Wellness Coordinator Chapel Taylor-Olsen: https://usu.campusesp.com/posts/1142 Healthy Relationships Utah: https://extension.usu.edu/hru/ 2022-05-1817 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 32: Career Design Center & the Benefits of Working On-Campus for Fall 2022 In today’s episode, I sit down with our Career Design Center here at USU and talk about the different services offered to students at Utah State. We also talk about the benefits to working on-campus, how students can find on-campus employment, and our upcoming virtual job fair specifically for incoming aggies. New Student Orientation: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/locations/logan    Orientation Office Contact Information: 435-797-0283; orientation@usu.edu; Instagram @usuateam  Career Design Center: https://www.usu.edu/career-design-center/ Career Design Center Contact Information: Career Design Center Instagram: @usucareerdesigncenter Aggie Hands...2022-05-0312 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 31: Fall 2022: USU 1010 Connections and the Habits of Mind CourseIn today’s episode, I sit down with Philosophy professor and Associate Vice Provost, Harrison Kleiner, to talk about two different academic opportunities for incoming students to take. We discuss the USU 1010 Connections course and the Habits of Mind courses that are designed to help students be successful in their academic pursuits.   New Student Orientation: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/locations/logan    Orientation Office Contact Information: 435-797-0283; orientation@usu.edu; Instagram @usuateam  USU 1010 Connections: https://www.usu.edu/connections/logan/index Register for USU 1010 Connections: https://www.usu.edu/connections/logan/register US...2022-04-2217 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 30: Fall 2022: Online Orientation Module 2 - RegistrationIn today’s episode, I sit down on Zoom with Kara Pastorik, Student Coordinator, and Stacie Denetsosie, Transition and International Orientation Program Coordinator, both from the Student Orientation and Transition Services here at USU to talk about Module 2 of the online orientation. We dive into what that registration process is like for the first time, what is covered in module 2 (all about registration), and what support our office offers for incoming students through the registration process. USU Parent & Families website: https://www.usu.edu/parents/ New Student Orientation: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/locations/logan ...2022-03-3116 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastFall 2022 BONUS EPISODE: Why You Should Submit a FAFSA in Under Five MinutesIn today’s bonus episode we sit down with Craig Whyte, Executive Director of Student Financial Support here at USU to talk about the extreme importance for incoming students to complete a FAFSA. New Student Orientation: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/locations/logan  Orientation Office Contact Information: 435-797-0283; orientation@usu.edu; Instagram @usuateam  Complete the FAFSA: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa   Guest Craig Whyte – Executive Director, Student Financial Support, Utah State University 2022-03-1704 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 29: How to Become a Better Parent Through Self-CareIn today's episode, we chat over Zoom with USU Extension professors Dr. Naomi Brower and Elizabeth Davis on becoming a better parent through self-care. Naomi Brower Bio: extension.usu.edu/directory/brower-naomi Elizabeth Davis Bio: extension.usu.edu/directory/davis-elizabeth Self-Care Checkup worksheet: positivepsychology.com/wp-content/uploads/Self-Care-Checkup.pdf How to Become a Better Parent through Self-Care article: usu.campusesp.com/posts/1116 2022-02-0215 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 28: USU Fall 2021: Continuing Student ScholarshipsIn today’s episode, Senior Program Coordinator Kylee Hopkins talks about continuing student scholarships at USU and the USU Scholarship Portal. College and departmental scholarship applications for 2022-2023 academic year open on December 1. Students can also apply for third-party scholarships through the scholarships portal as well. New Student Orientation: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/locations/logan   Orientation Office Contact Information: 435-797-0283; orientation@usu.edu; Instagram @usuateam Student Financial Support: https://www.usu.edu/financial-support/ Continuing Student Scholarships: https://www.usu.edu/scholarships/current 2021-11-2907 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 27: Taking a Notification of Leave at USUIn today’s episode, Senior Program Coordinator Kylee Hopkins sits down on Zoom with Parent and Family and Transition Coordinator, Isaiah Jones, to talk all about the Notification of Leave process and what first-semester students need to know about taking time off from USU. We cover what the process is, how you submit a Notification of Leave, when you might need to take time off, and what you need to remember as you are leaving and/or returning to Utah State. New Student Orientation: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/locations/logan   Orientation Office Contact...2021-11-0820 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 26: Fall 2021: Spring 2022 RegistrationIn today’s episode, Senior Program Coordinator Kylee Hopkin talks about registration and what first-semester students need to know about their academic advisor and preparation for Spring 2022 course registration. New Student Orientation: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/locations/logan   Orientation Office Contact Information: 435-797-0283; orientation@usu.edu; Instagram @usuateam Find Your Advisor: www.advising.usu.edu 2021-10-2809 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 25: How Attending USU Helped Spencer Cox Become Governor of UtahIn today's episode, Isaiah Jones sat down via Zoom with Utah Governor Spencer Cox on how attending USU helped him to become Governor. Governor Spencer Cox's Bio: governor.utah.gov/cabinet/spencer-j-cox/ USU Parents website: usu.edu/parents/index USU Parent & Family Weekend: usu.edu/parents/weekend USU COVID-19 Info: usu.edu/covid-19/ Studio Credit: Thank you USU Student Media, AIS, UMAC, and Student Affairs for your ongoing support! And thank you to the following people: John Zsiray, Nathan Laursen, Nick Ciancone, and Austin Roundy. 2021-10-0111 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 24: Fall 2021: What is the FAFSA and Why Should You Care?In today’s episode, Kylee Hopkin sits down on Zoom with Brook Peacock from the Financial Aid office to talk all about their services and the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) that opens Oct. 1 for the 2022-2023 academic school year. We go over what it is, how to fill it out and the benefits of submitting the FAFSA application. New Student Orientation: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/locations/logan   Orientation Office Contact Information: 435-797-0283; orientation@usu.edu; Instagram @usuateam Financial Aid Office Contact Information: 435-797-0173; financialaid@usu.edu; Taggart Student Center 106 2021-09-2712 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 23: Fall 2021: Parent & Family WeekendIn today’s episode USU Senior Orientation Program Coordinator, Kylee Hopkin, sits down with Isaiah Jones from the Student Orientation office to talk all about the upcoming Parent & Family Weekend. We go over what it is, what events are going on, and why students, their parents, and families should attend. New Student Orientation: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/locations/logan   Orientation Office Contact Information: 435-797-0283; orientation@usu.edu; Instagram @usuateam Parents: https://www.usu.edu/parents/ Parent & Family Weekend: https://www.usu.edu/parents/weekend Parent & Family Network: https://usu.campusesp.com/users/sign_i...2021-09-2015 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 22: Why Parents Should Encourage Their USU Student to get the COVID-19 VaccineIn today’s episode, I sat down via Zoom with former State of Utah epidemiologist and current Executive Director for the Salt Lake County Health Department, Dr. Angela Dunn, to talk about why USU parents should encourage their USU student to get the COVID-19 vaccine. USU COVID-19 Info: https://www.usu.edu/covid-19/ Bear River Health Department: brhd.org/ Utah Department of Health: health.utah.gov/ Salt Lake County Health Department: slco.org/health/ Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: cdc.gov/ Dr. Angela Dunn Bio: SLC Boa...2021-08-0612 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 21: USU 1010 - What It Is and Why You Should Register for ItIn today’s episode, I sat down on Zoom with Dr. Harrison Kleiner, Dr. Rose Judd-Murray and A-Team members Erin and Reagan, to talk about the USU 1010 Connections course, the power of a faculty mentor, and why students should intentionally engage in the course. New Student Orientation: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/locations/logan   Orientation Office Contact Information: 435-797-0283; orientation@usu.edu; Instagram @usuateam About USU 1010 Connections: https://www.usu.edu/connections/logan/index How to Register for USU 1010 Connections: https://www.usu.edu/connections/logan/register Guests  Dr. H...2021-08-0541 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastGuest Episode: What If I Haven't Registered for Fall Yet?In today’s episode we chat over Zoom with Jacob Van den Akker and Lisa Simmons from the Student Orientation office, as well as A-Team member Reagan Jensen about fall registration and what students should do if they have not yet registered for classes. New Student Orientation: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/locations/logan Orientation Office Contact Information: 435-797-0283; orientation@usu.edu; Instagram @usuateam Defer Your Admission: https://www.usu.edu/sots/loa/ (*note the difference between deferment and leave) New USU Student Email: https://it.usu.edu/studentemail ...2021-06-2107 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastGuest Episode: Online Orientation Module 2 - RegistrationIn today’s episode we chat over Zoom with A-Team member, Chelsea Gunther about online orientation Module 2: Registration. We explore a little bit what the registration process is like and what resources are available to help incoming students as they register for the first time. New Student Orientation: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/locations/logan Orientation Office Contact Information: (435-797-0283; orientation@usu.edu) Guests Chelsea Gunther – Integrated Studies major, minor: Computer Science; Senior; North Logan, UT 2021-04-2116 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 21: How to Recognize and Reach Out to Someone at Risk of SuicideIn today's episode, we chat over Zoom with USU Associate Director of CAPS, Dr. Eri Bentley, and USU Student Affairs Case Manager, Morgan Walton, on recognizing and reaching out to someone at risk of suicide. Learn more: Aggie Wellness: aggiewellness.usu.edu/library/suicide USU Student Affairs: usu.edu/student-affairs/ USU Campus Police: usu.edu/dps/police/ Logan City Police: loganutah.org/government/departments/police/index.php Suicide Prevention Hotline: suicidepreventionlifeline.org/ Utah Safe App: safeut.med.utah.edu/ Sources: https://www.c...2021-02-1817 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 20: Why USU Parents Should Encourage Their Student to Study AbroadIn today's episode, we chat over Zoom with USU Study Abroad Peer Advisor, Lauren Ambuehl; USU Academic Advisor, Dallin Perkes; USU graduate, Katt Webb; and USU Senior Study Abroad Advisor, Katie Davidson about why parents should encourage your student to study abroad. Learn more: https://globalengagement.usu.edu/studyabroad/ 2021-01-2420 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 19: Why Complete the FAFSA and Apply for Financial AidIn today's episode, we chat over Zoom with Callie Croft, Operations Coordinator for the USU Financial Aid Office, Heather Bryson, USU Director of Financial Aid, and Craig Whyte, USU Director of Scholarships, about Why Complete the FAFSA and Apply for Financial Aid. As your student returns home for the holidays, please encourage them to finish the semester strong. Visit the USU Ready webpage for more information about spring class registration, academic advising, virtual tutoring, scholarships, and more. Please visit the usu.edu/financialaid webpage for more information on FAFSA applications. 2020-12-1818 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 18: Discussing Difficult Topics over the Break w/ Office of EquityIn today's episode, we chat over Zoom with Lauren Pack, USU's Sexual Assault Peer Educator for the Office of Equity, and Jodie Goodman, USU's Prevention Specialist for the Office of Equity, about how to have How to Discuss Difficult Topics over the Break with Your Student. As your student returns home for the holidays, please encourage them to finish the semester strong. Visit the USU Ready webpage for more information about spring class registration, academic advising, virtual tutoring, scholarships, and more. Learn more about why you should have these conversations with your student at https://mc...2020-12-0818 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastGuest Episode: Weighing Your Options & Opportunity Costs for Spring 2021 SemesterIn today's episode, we chat over Zoom with Darrell Harris, USU’s Director of the Student Money Management Center. As your student returns home for the holidays, encourage them to finish the semester strong. Visit the USU Ready webpage for more information about spring class registration, academic advising, virtual tutoring, scholarships, and more. Spring 2021 registration is now open; and USU has rolled out a new software, College Scheduler, to help students efficiently plan their best schedule. We are excited to welcome our Aggies back to campus in a few short weeks. Thank you for...2020-11-2411 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 17: Should My Student Apply for the USU A-Team? w/ Kylee HopkinIn today's episode, we chat over Zoom with Kylee Hopkin, Program Coordinator for the USU Student Orientation & Transition Services Office (SOTS), about applying for the USU A-Team. The A-Team is a group of current students who are hired and specially trained to assist incoming students and their parents through the transition to college. A-Team members are often the first interaction students have with the university, and are ready to step in and help in anyway they can. The overall goal of the A-Team is to integrate new students into Utah State University academically, geographically, and socially. Members of...2020-11-0613 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastGuest Episode: Every Aggie Doing Their Part this Fall 2020 with the A-TEAMIn today's guest episode, Student Orientation Coordinator, Kylee Hopkin, chats over Zoom with three members of our A-Team about Every Aggie Doing Their Part This Fall 2020. Meet the A-Team ready.usu.edu USU Student Resources 2020-10-0627 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 16: All Aggies Doing Their Part This Fall by Following the Utah Health GuidelinesIn today's episode, we chat over Zoom with Nikki Campbell, Director at Utah Department of Health, and Senior Director at Leavitt Partners- a nationwide leader in healthcare consulting and management services, John Poelman, about All Aggies Doing Their Part This Fall by Following the Utah Health Guidelines. Nikki Campbell and John Poelman have been on the Utah Phased Guidelines workgroup since its inception. These Utah Phased Guidelines have been crucial in ensuring the health of our Aggie Family and Cache Valley, Utah community. coronavirus.utah.gov ready.usu.edu 2020-09-1726 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 15: Everyone Must Do Their Part This Fall 2020In today's episode, we chat over Zoom with Dr. James Morales, USU Vice President of Student Affairs, about everyone doing their part this Fall 2020. ready.usu.edu USU Student Resources 2020-09-0114 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 14: All Things USU Housing & Residence Life for Fall 2020In today's episode, we chat over Zoom with Whit Milligan, USU Director of Residence Life, about housing and residence life for Fall 2020. usu.edu/housing/ usu.edu/ready/ 2020-08-0125 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastGuest Episode: A-Team Commentary on the Fall 2020 Class Schedule and Teaching FormatIn today's episode, we chat over Zoom with three of our USU A-Team members about the Fall 2020 Class Schedule and Teaching Format. usu.edu/covid-19 ready.usu.edu usu.edu/ateam 2020-07-1644 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 13: Final Class Schedule and the Teaching Format for ClassesIn today's episode, we chat again over Zoom with USU Vice Provost, Paul Barr, Executive Director and Assistant Vice President of Academic Instructional Services, John Louviere, Vice President of Academic & Instructional Services, Robert Wagner, Vice President for Research, Lisa Berreau, about the Final Class Schedule and the Teaching Format for Classes email that just went out to students. research.usu.edu ready.usu.edu it.usu.edu advising.usu.edu 2020-07-0429 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 12: What the USU Fall 2020 Semester Will Look Like!In today's episode, we chat again over Zoom with USU Vice President OF Student Affairs, James Morales, and Executive Director and Assistant Vice President of Academic Instructional Services, John Louviere, about what Fall 2020 will look like. USU Fall 2020 Announcement USU Student Affairs USU IT Support 2020-06-1845 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 11: Online Course Strategies with Dan AllredIn today's episode, we chat over Zoom with USU E-Learning Enrollment Specialist, Dan Allred. Dan Allred Randy Pausch Lecture: Time Management 2020-06-0318 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 10: Support & Encouragement for Online Student Services at USUIn today's episode, we chat over Zoom with USU Vice President OF Student Affairs, James Morales, and Executive Director and Assistant Vice President of Academic Instructional Services, John Louviere, about Support & Encouragement for Online Student Services at USU. USU Student Affairs USU IT Support 2020-06-0119 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 9: Online Course at USU W/ Dan AllredIn today's episode, we chat over Zoom with Dan Allred about online courses at USU. Dan Allred is an E-Learning Enrollment Specialist at USU. The First Step is a Conversation.Talk to Dan. usu.edu/online/contact usu.edu/orientation/podcast usu.edu/parents/podcast 2020-04-2320 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastBONUS: COVID-19 Disruptions and StrategiesAggie New Student Podcast USU Parents In this bonus episode, we talk about COVID-19 disruptions and strategies to getting through it. We think this will be helpful for in-comings students, but students in general too! Today's guests are Eri Suzuki Bentley, a licensed psychologist and a Certified Group Psychotherapist (CGP) at Utah State University. Keaton Howell, a Student Program Coordinator for Student Orientation at USU. And Tarren Jessop, a first-generation senior at USU studying psychology and sociology. Self-Guided Resources Aggie Wellness To explore the myStrength experience, please fol...2020-03-3013 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 8: Updates on COVID-19 at USUIn today's episode, we chat again with Amanda DeRito about the many updates on COVID-19 at USU. Amanda DeRito is the Director of Crisis Communications at USU. Utah State Today article on the Coronavirus: https://www.usu.edu/today/story/update-for-usu-community-on-coronavirus For the most updated information about how USU is addressing issues related to the COVID-19, visit https://dps.usu.edu/emergency/COVID-19 Official and Reliable Information About COVID-19 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Utah Department of Health Bear River Health Department Utah local county health departments If...2020-03-1611 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 7: How to Use USU Library Resources w/ Katie StrandIn today's episode, we chat with Katie Strand about how to use USU library resources effectively. Katie Strand is the USU First-Year Experience Librarian at the Merrill–Cazier Library. USU Course Reserves Katie's Bio Merrill–Cazier Library 2020-03-0917 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 6: What Parents Need to Know About the Coronavirus w/ Amanda DeRito & Keith LarsenIn today's episode, we chat with Amanda DeRito and Kieth Larsen about what Aggie parents need to know about the Coronavirus. Amanda DeRito is the Director of Crisis Communications at USU. And Keith Larsen is the Disease Investigator at the Bear River Health Department in Logan, Utah. Utah State Today article on the Coronavirus: https://www.usu.edu/today/story/update-for-usu-community-on-coronavirus For the most updated information about how USU is addressing issues related to the COVID-19, visit https://dps.usu.edu/emergency/COVID-19 Official and Reliable Information About COVID-19 Centers for Disease Contr...2020-03-0507 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 5: How to Support Your Student in their Second Semester w/ Lisa SimmonsIn today's episode we chat with Lisa Simmons about How to Support Your Student in their Second Semester. Lisa is the Director of Student Orientation & Transition Services here on the Logan-Campus. Roommate Conflict Podcasts: https://www.usu.edu/orientation/roommates/ Aggie Blue Bikes: https://abb.usu.edu/ Scholarships: https://scholarships.usu.edu/ Career Services: https://career-services.usu.edu/ CVTD: https://cvtdbus.org/ 2020-01-1113 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 4: Diversity and inclusion with Michelle Bogdan HoltIn today's episode, we interview Michelle Bogdan Holt. Michelle is the Director for the USU Inclusion Center here on the Logan-Campus. Michelle received her Bachelor’s degree in Social and Behavioral Science from the University of Utah. And her Master’s degree in American Studies from Utah State University. About the Inclusion Center: https://inclusion.usu.edu/ Contact Info: https://inclusion.usu.edu/adc/staff 2020-01-1023 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 3: How to Discuss Sexual Assault Prevention With Your Student with Emmalee FishburnIn this week's episode, Isaiah Jones sits down with USU Prevention Specialist, Emmalee Fishburn, to chat about How Discuss Sexual Assault Prevention With Your Student. To learn more about Sexual Assault Prevention, equity.usu.edu/trainings/student-prevention 2019-11-1920 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 2: Academic Advising at USU with Stephanie HamblinToday's guest is Stephanie Hamblin the Associate Director of University and Exploratory Advising at Utah State University. Stephanie and I chat about academic and exploratory advising at USU; and how your student can utilize their academic advisor for success. Learn more about Stephanie here: https://advising.usu.edu/exploratory/directory/hamblin-stephanie Advising Students should schedule an appointment with their academic advisor now to discuss their program, major, and Degree Works plan for spring 2020 registration that starts in mid-November. Your student can browse available majors and find their advisor at advising.usu.e...2019-10-2820 min

Aggie Parent & Family PodcastEpisode 1: How to Support your Student at USU in Becoming an Educated Person On today’s episode Isaiah Jones, Transition & Parent Program Coordinator (https://www.usu.edu/parents/contact) here at the USU, discusses ‘How to Support your Student at USU in Becoming an Educated Person’ with Dr. Norm Jones. Special thanks to Brendon Henderson and Nick Ciancone for their great work and guidance with the editing; and Jordan Tolman for his wonderful creation of the podcast's jingle. https://www.usu.edu/parents/newsletter 2019-09-2422 min