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You'll Have a Great Co-op Experience They Said: Tejas Shetty - Student Career Coach on the Importance of Preparing for your Co-op

Go To College They Said - March 12, 2022 02:00 - 28 minutes
A round table discussion with our Student Career Coach - Tejas, International Student Advisor - Michele Ruicci, Co-op Consultant - Kate Hagen on all things co-op! Listen in for advice directly from a student who has gone through co-op. Tejas shares how he prepared for his co-op term and as a r...

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Nathan Stoner of the Marriott: On the Keys to Success in Progressing Your Career within a Company

Go To College They Said - March 04, 2022 10:00 - 19 minutes
Nathan Stoner of the Marriott -Canadian Niagara Hotels (CNH) joins the podcast sharing inside from an employers end. What are they keys to succeeding in your coop or opportunities as a student? And how do you progress your career throughout a company? Spoiler alert... a  positive attitude and w...

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Nathan Stoner of the Marriott: On the Keys to Success in Progressing Your Career within a Company

Go To College They Said - March 04, 2022 10:00 - 19 minutes
Nathan Stoner of the Marriott -Canadian Niagara Hotels (CNH) joins the podcast sharing inside from an employers end. What are they keys to succeeding in your coop or opportunities as a student? And how do you progress your career throughout a company? Spoiler alert... a  positive attitude and w...

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Alumni Chat with Patricia Bernardo: Public Relations Grad on Making the Most of Your Time in College to Have a Smooth Transition into Your Career

Go To College They Said - February 18, 2022 05:00 - 28 minutes
Patricia Bernardo is a graduate of NC's Public Relations post-graduate certificate. Having experience in marketing, communications and public relations, event management and community engagement within the post secondary education and healthcare sectors. She is currently a Communications Speci...

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You'll Take A Professional Headshot They Said: Here's How To Do It Yourself At Home

Go To College They Said - February 04, 2022 13:00 - 6 minutes
Say so long to the selfie and make sure you have  a professional-looking headshot to make a great first impression online! Here's how to do it yourself, at home with just an iPhone! Niagara College Virtual Career Fair is coming up in February! More info HERE Have a question? Ask your e-ment...

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You Are Not a Procrastinator, You Have a Habit of Procrastination (and here's how to break it)

Go To College They Said - January 28, 2022 13:00 - 12 minutes
Everyone knows it takes time to break a habit. Procrastination isn't any different. Help yourself develop the skills and strategies to move forward in your personal and professional life without the habit of procrastination. Listen in now! Niagara College Virtual Career Fair is coming up in Fe...

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Ways to Develop Your Mindfulness and Thrive@NC

Go To College They Said - January 21, 2022 09:00 - 6 minutes
Two programs you need to know about Thrive @NC and KORU Mindfulness Check out both programs HERE Register for Thrive @NC Register for KORU Have a question? Ask your e-mentor via email at [email protected] Go To College They Said A podcast by @getinvolvedNC Go To College They...

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Ways to Develop Your Mindfulness and Thrive@NC

Go To College They Said - January 21, 2022 09:00 - 6 minutes
Two programs you need to know about Thrive @NC and KORU Mindfulness Check out both programs HERE Register for Thrive @NC Register for KORU Have a question? Ask your e-mentor via email at [email protected] Go To College They Said A podcast by @getinvolvedNC Go To College They...

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Reminders To Ensure You Are Starting The Winter Semester Off On The Right Foot

Go To College They Said - January 14, 2022 09:00 - 8 minutes
This episode gives you the run down to feeling prepared and stepping into a new semester with the right foot forward! Listen in, check items off and stay connected!  Understand how your courses will be delivered (online sync, online async, in person, hybrid) Reviewed our Important Dates  Chec...

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Jan 2021 Orientation Welcome to our New and Returning NC students!

Go To College They Said - January 07, 2022 12:00 - 10 minutes
Welcoming new and returning students this January 2021 start! So excited to have you begin your NC journey and we want to make sure you feel like you are off to right start! Whether you just had a bit of information overload or you missed orientation day completely. Listen to this episode to c...

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Jan 2021 Orientation Welcome to our New and Returning NC students!

Go To College They Said - January 07, 2022 12:00 - 10 minutes
Welcoming new and returning students this January 2021 start! So excited to have you begin your NC journey and we want to make sure you feel like you are off to right start! Whether you just had a bit of information overload or you missed orientation day completely. Listen to this episode to c...

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What Students Should Do Over The Winter Break

Go To College They Said - December 24, 2021 13:00 - 7 minutes
Well wishes and a relaxing to-do list for our students heading into winter break this holiday season Have a question? Ask your e-mentor via email at [email protected] A podcast by @getinvolvedNC Go To College They Said...is a podcast for students who are looking to make the most...

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December Reads: 3 Must-Read Books For Your Professional Development

Go To College They Said - December 17, 2021 13:00 - 7 minutes
As you head into a lighter season with your academics and a bit of a break on the horizon, we are sharing three must-read books for your professional development Atomic Habits - by James Clear Essentialism - by Greg McKeown The Defining Decade - by Meg Jay, PhD Have a question? Ask your e-ment...

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Using the Co-Curricular Record to Track Your Experience

Go To College They Said - December 10, 2021 18:00 - 8 minutes
Listen in for an audio tutorial on the CCR, and how you can be making the most of your time as an NC student, and become the most attractive candidate to future employers!  We talk about ...  What the CCR is  How to use it to your advantage as a student And how to track your experiences Have a...

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A Message from our Student Mentors: Myranda and Andrea on What They Wish They Knew When Starting!

Go To College They Said - November 19, 2021 15:00 - 19 minutes
We are joined by two of our student mentors Myranda and Andrea. From two different program areas both sharing what they wish they knew when they were first starting at NC and how they navigate networking Have a question? Ask your e-mentor via email at [email protected] A podcast ...

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A Message from our Student Mentors: Myranda and Andrea on What They Wish They Knew When Starting!

Go To College They Said - November 19, 2021 15:00 - 19 minutes
We are joined by two of our student mentors Myranda and Andrea. From two different program areas both sharing what they wish they knew when they were first starting at NC and how they navigate networking Have a question? Ask your e-mentor via email at [email protected] A podcast ...

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LEAD is launching: How to be a Student Leader

Go To College They Said - November 05, 2021 12:00 - 6 minutes
Here for a PSA: Public Student Announcement that our Leadership program is launching! Everything you can look forward to on our LEAD launch day! What sessions will be available and how to join... Listen in! Have a question? Ask your e-mentor via email at [email protected] A p...

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You'll Reflect on Your Reading Week They Said: Questions To Ask Yourself When Doing A Reflection

Go To College They Said - October 29, 2021 12:00 - 7 minutes
Reflections are used in a lot of coursework and is a great tool to practice. As you are coming off of your reading week and heading into the last quarter of 2021, we challenge you reflect on where you are, where you're headed and what you've accomplished!  Listen in for the questions you should...

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Recap of our Get Involved Month Workshop on Getting Credit Outside of the Classroom

Go To College They Said - October 29, 2021 08:00 - 10 minutes
Imagine getting credit for working on yourself, or volunteering in the community, joining a club or pursing your passion projects? Well guess what, you absolutely can here at NC. Learn how to get credit outside of your academics, track your involvement as a student and build your network   List...

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Recap of our Get Involved Month Workshop on Getting Credit Outside of the Classroom

Go To College They Said - October 29, 2021 08:00 - 10 minutes
Imagine getting credit for working on yourself, or volunteering in the community, joining a club or pursing your passion projects? Well guess what, you absolutely can here at NC. Learn how to get credit outside of your academics, track your involvement as a student and build your network   List...

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Recap of our Get Involved Month Workshop on Why It's Important to Stand Out and Put Your Best Professional Foot Forward

Go To College They Said - October 15, 2021 08:00 - 12 minutes
You want to make the most of your time in College, get the grades but gain experience as well. From your first day as a student you are a professional-in-training working towards your end goal of the career of your dreams! But how do you get there? It’s having a fulsome experience, focusing on y...

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Faculty Interview - Professor Chris Psutka: best practices for learning online and making connections with your professors

Go To College They Said - October 08, 2021 12:00 - 14 minutes
Joined today by Professor Chris Psutka from our School of Hospitality, Tourism and Sport to share with us some faculty insight and advice. If you are wondering how to approach your professor and network while learning online, how to be successful in your academics and make a lasting impression v...

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Habits for Finding Success

Go To College They Said - October 01, 2021 19:00 - 6 minutes
How do you define success? That's the first step. Then start adding a few key habits into your day to day and you will start to see success align with you! CONNECT with your advisor at niagaracollege.ca/advising Have a question? Ask your e-mentor via email at [email protected] ...

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You'll Crush It In College They Said: a workshop recap with top tips for students to crush it in college

Go To College They Said - September 17, 2021 21:00 - 25 minutes
A recap of our workshop on how to CRUSH IT in College. Student Experience Coordinator, Dana Brown - walks us through her top tips to making your time at NC work for you and get a return on your efforts that will help land the career of your dreams She talks seeing BIG picture from the get go an...

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You'll Gain Experience They Said: how to get experience when you think you have no experience

Go To College They Said - September 10, 2021 12:00 - 10 minutes
For all those times you looked at a job posting that for an entry level job that requires 5 years of experience. YOU'VE GOT MORE EXPERIENCE THAN YOU THINK!  You might just need help identifying it so that you can speak on the experience and skill set you have! Listen in for a recap on our work...

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You'll Get A KickSTART They Said: Information on pre-orientation

Go To College They Said - August 27, 2021 20:00 - 19 minutes
What is KickSTART? What to do if you missed your program's KickSTART session Step one: don't panic - it isn't mandatory and you can get the info still) Step two: listen to this podcast episode Step three: get excited for your September start VISIT the Orientation website at orientation.niagara...

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You'll Get A KickSTART They Said: Information on pre-orientation

Go To College They Said - August 27, 2021 20:00 - 19 minutes
What is KickSTART? What to do if you missed your program's KickSTART session Step one: don't panic - it isn't mandatory and you can get the info still) Step two: listen to this podcast episode Step three: get excited for your September start VISIT the Orientation website at orientation.niagara...

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You'll Stop Multi-tasking They Said: How to Actually Be Productive With Tasks and Time

Go To College They Said - August 20, 2021 13:00 - 8 minutes
Multi-tasking used to be the THING YOU NEEDED. When really it isn't the best way to be productive with multiple tasks and to-do items. Focusing your energy accordingly to give your brain the best route of success and productivity will better serve you! Listen in for how to do exactly that! H...

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Getting Prepared for a Successful September Start with your Academic Advisor

Go To College They Said - August 13, 2021 15:00 - 26 minutes
Today we are joined by two of our Academic Advisors, Cynthia and Heather - who are sharing how students can set themselves up for a successful Fall 2021. Whether you are a  new or returning student this episode is for you! From preparing with KickSTART (our pre-orientation program) to reading ...

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The Best Advice for Students

Go To College They Said - August 06, 2021 04:00 - 9 minutes
CSEL Sarah shares the best piece of advice she received as a student that helped shape her career path  AND listen in to hear about the 12 weeks of Giveaways! Have a question? Ask your e-mentor via email at [email protected] Go To College They Said A podcast by @getinvolvedNC ...

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