In the final episode of Season 1, Noelle talks to Javier Burrows and Christian Strachan about the importance of learning about new cultures as well as embracing your own. They speak about their experience as international students studying in the US, as well as living in the International House at Jacksonville State and how that has impacted their journey.
May 2, 2023
21 min
Dr. Janet Bavonese sits down with Lauren and Noelle to discuss choosing the right major. They discuss different degree types, what to do if you don’t know what you want to study, minors, and more. They finish the conversation with Five Fast Questions.
Apr 25, 2023
23 min
Lauren and Noelle meet with Jax State’s Director of Residence Life, Rochelle Smith, to discuss What it means to find community on a college campus. They talk about why some students struggle with the social transition to college, living on campus, living off campus, give advice on how to find a roommate you’ll match well with and more! Finally, finishing up with Five Fast Questions.
Apr 18, 2023
15 min
Lauren and Noelle meet with Jax State’s Director of Financial Aid, Charlotte Cole, to discuss all things paying for college. They chat through cost, different types of aid, and some common misconceptions. They also give their answer to “Is college worth it?” before finishing up with Five Fast Questions.
Apr 11, 2023
15 min
Lauren and Noelle discuss primary factors in the college search process, filling out college applications, some of the lingo used by different colleges surrounding their application, and what might be needed from the student in addition to the application. Jessica Wiggins then joins to discuss what steps come after being admitted into a university!
Apr 4, 2023
27 min
Welcome to the College Toolkit with Jax State! In this preview episode, get to know your hosts - Lauren Findley and Noelle Stovall - and hear what is in store this season! Be sure to join us each Tuesday for a new episode through the spring semester!
Mar 29, 2023
20 min