Flock Talk

University of Oregon

We're pleased to present Flock Talk, a podcast for new students and their families. Each episode will introduce you to important resources and people at the University of Oregon to help you with your transition. From housing and roommates, to financial aid and scholarships, to changing roles and relationships, our episodes will keep you engaged in all aspects of the UO journey. We'll highlight timely higher education topics, and discuss themes directly related to the way we support first-year students.

Episodes

Today we’re joined by Kris Winter, Interim Vice President of Student Life as we wrap up this season of Flock Talk.

Oct 19, 2023

43 min

Holding On and Letting Go

On the podcast today, Mariko Lin, Assistant Director for Education and Prevention Outreach Director joins us. We discuss common transitional issues for UO students and the ways families can help from afar.

Oct 12, 2023

45 min

Presidential Perspectives

Today we’re joined by University of Oregon President Karl Scholtz. Hear more about UO governance, his vision for the university, and what he’s most excited about.

Aug 24, 2023

33 min

Dean of Students

Today we have a conversation with Marcus Langford, Dean of Students here at the UO.

Aug 17, 2023

47 min

Accessible Education Center

Today we’re joined by Norma Kehdi, Senior Director of our Accessible Education Center here at the UO. aec.uoregon.edu

Aug 10, 2023

43 min

Faculty Perspective

Today our guest is Steve Beda, Assistant Professor of History here at the UO. Listen to get a taste of the college academic experience.

Aug 3, 2023

47 min

What To Do Next For Health Services

On today’s episode our guest is Deb Beck, Assistant Vice President for Student Services and Enrollment Management and Executive Director of University Health Services. We discuss primary and specialty care, pharmacy, mental health coordination services, wellness center, insurance coverage options, and immunizations here at the UO. http://health.uoregon.edu

Jul 27, 2023

43 min

Fraternity and Sorority Life

Today we speak to Caitlin Roberts, Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life and Leo Serrato, Assistant Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life.

Jul 20, 2023

38 min

University Housing Updates

Today we have a conversation about housing here at the University of Oregon with Nedzer Erilus, Director of Housing for Residence Life and Educational Initiatives and Bryson Beck, Director of Promotions and Recruitment for University Housing. https://housing.uoregon.edu/admitted

Jul 13, 2023

47 min

Care and Advocacy Program

Today we speak to Drew Terhune, Director of Care and Advocacy Program here at the University of Oregon. We have a conversation about how the program provides students with resources and support if they face challenges during college. safe.uoregon.edu dos.uoregon.edu/help Flock Talk is taking off a week for the holiday and will be back with our Thursday shows the week after that.

Jun 29, 2023

45 min