16 episodes
University of Michigan - The aMplify Podcast optiMize Transfer Student Team
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The aMplify Podcast is here to discuss the experience of being a student at the University of Michigan, with topics ranging from housing to mental health, student orgs, and more. Created and hosted by transfer students at UM and supported by optiMize, we hope this project can help illuminate certain topics that many of us feel unsure about as we come into the UM community.
Tell us about topics you would like to know more about at optimizemichigan@umich.edu.
To learn more about optiMize, visit our website at www.optimizemi.org
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Meet Cohort 12: WCC Wolverines Connect
In this episode, we chat with Kim and Cameron about the Social Innovation Challenge project they worked on with optiMize this past year. They are unique participants of Cohort 12 being community college students, join us as they share about the impact they are making within their community!
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Self Care: The Importance of Hobbies!
In this episode, Shaina and Jackie walk us through their perspectives on self-care and how important it is to incorporate hobbies into our lives as college students. Topics include multitasking, school/life balance, and being intentional about campus involvements.
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Spring Break Recap: Traveling, Cultural Foods, Post Graduation
In our second episode of this season, we welcome Chris and Shaina to recap their Spring Break this year! Tune in to hear about their travels, cultural food experiences, and a post-graduation reflection.
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Welcome Back: aMplify Podcast 2024
Welcome back to the aMplify podcast! Created in the midst of the pandemic in 2020, this podcast was a project dedicated to providing valuable insights and advice for transfer students and non-traditional students navigating the sometimes challenging world of higher education. After a brief hiatus, we're thrilled to be back with our first episode of 2024, ready to tackle new topics and share our collective wisdom with you, our listeners. In this episode you'll get to meet our new hosts that discuss goal setting, opti memories, and more. Wherever you are in your academic journey, we hope you'll find inspiration and practical tips to help you succeed. #seasontwo
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Mental Health Part 2: Student Panel Discussion on Mental Health Experiences and Resources
In this episode, Elyas and June revisit the mental health topic, opening the conversation up to a panel of students to discuss mental health experiences on campus, umich resources, and advice on coping. Guests on this episode include Mike Misiak, Dallas McGhee-Henry, and Jacob Foster.
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Ann Arbor Folklore: Local legends, stories, and the spirit of exploring
In this Special Edition episode, Elyas and June talk local folklore in honor of spooky season. Topics include on-campus legends, quirky places to visit, and a ghost story. Watch this episode on YouTube to see the hosts in costume and visuals of the people and places discussed!
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