Hokie Track Chats
Hokie Track Chats
Virginia Tech New Student & Family Programs
Hokie Track Chats are designed to support and educate Proud Hokie Families by providing information on campus and community resources, promoting healthy student/family relationships, and proactively addressing questions and concerns.
Keys to Student Success with Three Virginia Tech Students
Gear up for the upcomming semester with Hokies on Track! On this episode of Hokie Track Chats Trent Fox, Francisco Granizo, and Walter DIckey discuss what they have learned from their time as students at Virginia Tech. Reflecting on their experiences and giving advise to parents and students. #hokies #podcast #podcasts #education #college #funny #parents #virginiatech For a captioned version of today’s episode, go here: https://youtu.be/8D4Z3BJXXN0
May 26, 2023
24 min
2023 Orientation Experience with Dr. Gabby McCollum, Associate Dean and Director of New Student and Family Programs
In today's episode, one of our Hokies on Track interns, Aaron, speaks with the Associate Dean and Director of New Student and Family Programs, Dr. Gabby McCollum. Aaron and Gabby talk about the orientation experience at Virginia Tech, ways that you as Proud Hokie Families can also participate in our programs and materials, and the importance of engaging families as partners throughout the new student transition. Find a captioned version of today's episode here: https://youtu.be/DPn3yLW6WEQ
May 11, 2023
14 min
Interview with Kimberly Clark-Shaw, Director of the Black Cultural Center
In today's episode, Aaron (Hokies on Track Intern) interviews Kimberly Clark-Shaw, the Director of the Black Cultural Center and they discuss the importance of the Cultural and Community Centers on Virginia Tech's campus, and the impact that identity-based communities have on the student experience! For a captioned version of today's episode, go here: https://youtu.be/sQVnzmsVBVg
Apr 4, 2023
24 min
Presidential Address Recap
On today's episode, two of the NSFP student interns, Aaron and Francisco, recap some of the highlights from President Sands' State of the University Address on January 18.  For the full speech, watch it here: https://youtu.be/NATmXvXLyOU  For a captioned version of today's episode, click here: https://youtu.be/DKs58dRJrq4 
Feb 17, 2023
12 min
Mental Health at Virginia Tech
Today's episode is a shortened version of the Mental Health at Virginia Tech Facebook Live co-hosted by New Student and Family Programs and Cook Counseling Center. Erica Coates discusses ways to support your student, and provides an in depth explanation of TimelyCare. Find the captioned version of today's episode here: https://youtu.be/Q5soVmGfih8 
Dec 9, 2022
18 min
Supporting the Continued Transition
In today's episode, Kenlee discusses the importance of the first six weeks of college (a period that just ended) and how to support your student throughout the remainder of their first semester. Kenlee prompts reflection of the semester so far, and discusses some specific resources you can recommend to your Hokie.  For a captioned version of today's episode, click here or use this link: https://youtu.be/9-rFwKqrFkY 
Oct 5, 2022
12 min
Get to know the 2022 Virginia Tech Orientation Leaders
In this episode, Kenlee talks to two of the Virginia Tech Orientation Leaders, Nick Swetz and Ayana Bullock, about their experiences at Virginia Tech. Discussing their favorite memories, traditions, spots on campus, and more, listen to hear directly from students about what it means to be a Hokie. 
Jul 11, 2022
13 min
Proud Hokie Families
The Coordinator for New Student and Family Programs, Kenlee, went around at the Spring Family Weekend Tailgate to ask families why they are proud to be a part of the Hokie Nation. This episode features the responses of our proud families, Go Hokies! Find a captioned version of this episode here. 
Apr 21, 2022
5 min
Spring Family Weekend and the Sesquicentennial HokieQuest
Kenlee and Eryn talk about what families of current Hokies can expect when they arrive April 15th for Spring Family Weekend. There is also an activity that students can participate in throughout April, called HokieQuest, in celebration of 150 years of Virginia Tech. You can find a captioned version of this episode here.
Apr 11, 2022
13 min
Supporting International Hokies
In today's episode, Kenlee chats with Thomas Andre Alves de Lima, the Assistant Director for Orientation and Leadership in New Student and Family Programs. Thomas is from Brazil and attended George Washington University in D.C. He shares his experience as an international student, as well as the resources and support we provide here at Virginia Tech for our international Hokies. A captioned version of todays episode can be accessed here. 
Mar 11, 2022
15 min
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