Talk College to Me
10 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsCollege admissions is an ever-changing landscape. With co-counselors Lynn Stewart and Vicki Thompson, this podcast explores the nuances of preparing well for college and how to best equip oneself for the college search and application process.
Episodes include conversations with college professionals from public and private institutions, sharing their thoughts and perspectives on ways to navigate the college application process within the context of our new normal.
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Episodes
Season Finale: Listeners' Choice
November 12, 2020 05:00 - 50 minutes - 46.5 MBFlorida State University, University of Massachusetts Amherst, and Samford University join Talk College to Me's last episode of the season. In Listeners' Choice, we discuss topics chosen by you: athletics/recruitment, demonstrated interest, how an applicant is picked, and the power of recommendations. Welcoming and introduction from co-hosts Lynn Stewart and Vicki Thompson. - 0:29 Introduction of Hege Ferguson from Florida State University. - 1:03 Introduction of David Presley from Samfor...
Straight Talk with the Class of 2021
November 05, 2020 05:00 - 26 minutes - 24 MB2020 has been a year to remember (or forget). Everyone's lives have been impacted by COVID-19, and the college admissions process is no different. Dylan Carollo and Nikolai Eggleton of D100 Radio share their experience of being seniors in the Class of 2021, and even give insight into what they have learned throughout the past eight weeks of Talk College to Me. Welcoming and introduction from co-hosts Lynn Stewart and Vicki Thompson. - 0:29 Introduction of Dylan Carollo and Nikolai Eggleton...
Determining Your Fit: Featuring Rice University & Spelman College
October 29, 2020 04:00 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MBDetermining fit is one of the most critical components of the college search process. Seeing yourself on campus and bonding with other students is a must, and should be one of the top priorities when you are researching and visiting institutions (virtually). Rice University's Brandon Mack and Spelman College's Ingrid Hayes explain what you should look for. Listeners' Choice: Cast your vote here. Welcoming and introduction from co-hosts Lynn Stewart and Vicki Thompson. - 0:29 Introduction ...
Social Media Within College Admissions: Featuring University of Denver
October 22, 2020 04:00 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBSocial media is a part of most college applicants' lives. It even affects their admission into institutions around the country. Listen to University of Denver's Derek DuBose discuss the role of social media within the context of college admissions. Welcoming and introduction from co-hosts Lynn Stewart and Vicki Thompson. - 0:29 Introduction of Derek DeBose from University of Denver. - 0:37 “Do Colleges have a specific review process when it comes to social media?” - 1:35 “If my social me...
The Common Application
October 15, 2020 04:00 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MBEvery year, millions of high school students call the Common Application home during the fall. This admissions cycle is different, however, and the Common App is changing some of aspects of the application due to COVID-19. Senior Director and Board Secretary of the Common App, Scott Anderson, weighs in on the changes. Welcoming and introduction from co-hosts Lynn Stewart and Vicki Thompson. - 0:29 Introduction of Scott Anderson from The Common Application. - 0:37 “Will you talk about how ...
Ultimate To-Do List for Seniors: Featuring Yale University & Rhodes College
October 01, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 65.6 MBThis episode explains each step in the application process that every senior should be completing, featuring Yale University's Debra Johns and Rhodes College's Carey Thompson. Topics include, but are not limited to, the importance of senior academic rigor, the difference between application methods, and waitlist activity. Welcoming and introduction from co-hosts Lynn Stewart and Vicki Thompson. - 0:29 Brief introduction of both guests. - 0:52 Introduction of Debra Johns from Yale Unive...
Student Financial Wellness: Featuring University of Central Florida, Fordham University, & Butler University
September 24, 2020 04:00 - 54 minutes - 35.7 MBMany just think about applying and getting accepted into their dream schools. There's more to it! Students need to know if they will be covered in terms of financial assistance. Join the University of Central Florida's Alicia Keaton, Fordham University's Dr. Patricia Peek, and Butler University's Lori Greene on the ins and outs of this process. Welcoming and introduction from co-hosts Lynn Stewart and Vicki Thompson. - 0:29 Episode introduction for Student Financial Wellness. “I recentl...
The College Essay in 650 Words or Less: Featuring Vanderbilt University
September 17, 2020 04:00 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBWriting your college essay is one of the most difficult stages in the application process. With Vanderbilt University's John Gaines, this episode explains how to show your true self in 650 words. Welcoming and introduction from co-hosts Lynn Stewart and Vicki Thompson. - 0:29 Introduction of John Gaines from Vanderbilt University. - 0:34 “As a veteran admission professional, talk a little about “positive advocacy,” and what that means for the Class of 2021 as they focus on trying to sa...
To Test or Not to Test: Featuring Boston College & Oregon State University
September 10, 2020 04:00 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MBWith test centers closed and many students not able to complete standardized testing, most institutions have either reverted to test-optional or test-blind application processes. But can you trust this move? College admissions veteran Jon Boeckenstedt of Oregon State University and Jeff Gallant of Boston College weigh in. See below for a detailed description of this episode's content, down to the minute. Welcoming and introduction from co-hosts Lynn Stewart and Vicki Thompson. - 0:29 Intro...
Your Personal Gumbo
September 03, 2020 04:00 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBThis episode introduces you to Talk College to Me, its focus, and more. See below for a detailed description of this episode's content, down to the minute. Welcoming and introduction from co-hosts Lynn Stewart and Vicki Thompson. - 0:29 Brief introduction about the format of Talk College to Me. - 0:40 Dylan from D100 Radio introduces himself. - 1:30 Nikolai from D100 Radio introduces himself. - 1:40 "Why start a college admission podcast right now? Is there really a need?"- 1:49 "Well...