This episode features Elton Taylor (Director of First-Year Programs), Hailee Rivers (2023 Orientation Student Leader), and Jacob Thomas (2023 OSL Exec) as they discuss the paths that led them to be involved in the first-year experience at Louisiana Tech. They talk about what got them involved in Orientation, the special bonds that are created in their cohort and with the freshmen they serve, and why the Orientation experience at Louisiana Tech is a unique one.



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78. Eric Wood: Culture, Class, Competitive Excellence

Beyond 1894 features Louisiana Tech University faculty, staff, students, and alumni discussing their personal stories, areas of expertise, and the unique impact they are making in the world around them. It is produced by the Office of University Communications at Louisiana Tech University. The podcast is hosted by Amy Bell and Teddy Allen. Listen and meet the amazing people that make up our Tech Family!