#OilerNationBound WLFC Podlab
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#OilerNationBound is a must listen for incoming students at the University of Findlay. Each episode gives advice on a variety of topics, from what to bring to school to tips on making the transition from high school to college. Get all the advice upperclassmen wish they had received by subscribing to #OilerNationBound!
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Episode 0.2 - Taking the fear out of the FAFSA
The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) can be a bit intimidating with all those tax
documents and financial questions. But by filling it out, you’re unlocking free money to help pay
for college. In this episode, Kobe talks to Lisa Snyder, assistant director financial aid of financial
aid, who has some great tips to help make the process easier.
University of Findlay’s Financial Aid Office webpage: https://www.findlay.edu/financial-aid/
For more information about the FAFSA, and to begin your application click here:
https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/fafsa
To create your FAFSA ID, click here: https://fsaid.ed.gov/npas/index.htm
Federal & State Grant listing, Direct Loans and private loan information and links:
https://www.findlay.edu/financial-aid/grants
Answers to FAFSA frequently asked questions: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/fafsa/filling-out/help -
Episode 0.1 - After you’ve been admitted into OilerNation, what’s next?
So you’re #OilerNationBound! Congrats! Aside from enjoying your last year of high school,
you’ll have plenty to do in the time between getting accepted to UF and starting classes. In this
episode, Kobe and Ashley share next steps for getting ready to be #OilerOfficial.
For information about the FAFSA, click here: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/fafsa
Request to join the OilerNation Incoming Class of 2020 group here:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/477636136320637/
Enrollment deposit information here: https://www.findlay.edu/admissions/first-time-freshmen/
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Episode 14 – Oiler Success Center (come for the candy, stay for the resources!)
If there’s one office on campus that’s on “Team Student,” it’s the Oiler Success Center. They
know that success in OilerNation looks different for everyone, and they provide resources that
help make it happen. Ashley talks with director Bill Johnston about how the Center can help
students.
OilerSuccess Center: https://www.findlay.edu/offices/student-affairs/oiler-success-center/ -
Episode 13 – Life with Roommates in #OilerNation
Whether it’s midnight pizza runs or binge-watching the Bachelor together, life with roommates
makes for some of the best college memories. With a little bit of preparation and a whole lot of
communication and understanding, you can make it work! Kobe and Ashley share tips. -
Episode 12 – Welcome Week – After You Really Become an Oiler
Derrick is everywhere. The Oiler letters are on the mall. There’s plenty of swag, and you can
begin your collection of UF event T-shirts! Find out about Welcome Week in #OilerNation.
Welcome Week Schedule: https://www.findlay.edu/offices/student-affairs/student-
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Episode 11 - Move-In Day at UF – A Well-Oiled Machine
OilerNation move-in day sounds like it should be a zoo —hundreds of students, with their
possessions (and parents) in tow, looking for their dorm rooms. But at UF, we know it takes a
village to move an Oiler in, and that’s just what we have.
Here’s a link to some packing/move-in day hacks: https://grownandflown.com/college-packing-
hacks/