Grad Talk!

University of Florida Graduate School

Welcome to Grad Talk! Through this Podcast, we hope to dive deeper into common and relevant topics that will help Graduate Students better navigate their graduate school journey. The University of Florida's Graduate School and Graduate Student Success Center are thrilled to begin these conversations and share all the advice from current and former graduate students, campus partners, faculty, and other experts that will serve as guests for each episode.

  1. 2 days ago

    Mentorship That Matters: Inside UF’s IMAGE Program

    In this episode, Judy shares how UF’s IMAGE program helps graduate students become effective mentors while strengthening their own mentoring relationships, along with insights on clear communication, aligning expectations, and building a supportive network that encourages confidence, independence, and growth. Guest: Judy Traveis, Associate Dean, UF Graduate SchoolHosts: Erin Rice & Audrey HallEditor: Jacob Sedesse

  2. 13 Oct

    Leading from Where You Are: The GatorLead Experience

    In this episode, Audrey shares how UF’s GatorLead program helps graduate students recognize their leadership potential, strengthen communication skills, and build meaningful connections with peers and mentors, along with insights on leading without a title and preparing for careers in academia and beyond. Guest: Audrey Hall, Education and Training Specialist, UF Graduate School Host: Erin Rice Editor: Jacob Sedesse

  3. 22 Sept

    Teaching for Tomorrow: Inside UF’s Preparing Future Faculty Program with Jim Gillespie

    In this episode, Jim Gillespie explores how UF’s Preparing Future Faculty program equips graduate students and postdoctoral scholars for faculty careers by developing their teaching identities, strengthening their skills in course design, assessment, and student feedback, and helping them confidently communicate their approach to education in the academic job market. Guest: Jim Gillespie, PhD, Education and Training Specialist, UF Graduate School Hosts: Erin Rice & Audrey Hall Editor: Meaghan Knowles

  4. 8 Sept

    Transitioning with Confidence: How BRIDGE Supports New Doctoral Students

    In this episode, Kimone Simmons shares how UF’s BRIDGE program prepares incoming doctoral students for graduate school through early exposure to academic writing and research, meaningful peer and faculty connections, and a strong sense of confidence, community, and belonging. Guest: Kimone Simmons, EdD, Associate Director, Education and Training, UF Graduate School Host: Erin Rice Editor: Meaghan Knowles

  5. 13 May

    Balancing Work and a PhD Through UF’s Employee Education Program (EEP): A Conversation with Chip Johnson

    In this episode, Chip Johnson shares his experience balancing a full-time career at UF while pursuing his PhD through the UF Employee Education Program (EEP), along with insights on time management, professional growth, and graduate education. Guest: Chip Johnson, Academic Advisor III, Civil & Coastal Engineering, College of Engineering Hosts: Erin Rice & Audrey Hall Editor: Meaghan Knowles

  6. 22 Apr

    AI Opportunities for Grad Students: A Conversation with Dr. Ben Lok

    In this episode, Dr. Ben Lok tells us how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is influencing engineering education for graduate students. Guest: Dr. Benjamin Lok, Professor and Graduate Program Director, UF Department of Computer & Information Science & Engineering Hosts: Erin Rice & Audrey Hall Editor: Meaghan Knowles

  7. 9 Apr

    Finding Your Signal with Jacob Sedesse

    In this episode, we sit down with Jacob Sedesse to explore what it means to find your voice, navigate uncertainty, and shape your path during graduate school. Through his work in storytelling and emerging technology, Jacob shares how his experiences at UF have helped him grow creatively and professionally while building impactful projects. Check out Jacob’s recent TV special, WUFT at CES 2026: Megabytes and Vegas Nights, highlighted in the episode: Watch on PBS Guest: Jacob Sedesse, Master of Arts in Mass Communication (M.A.M.C.) Student, College of Journalism and Communications Host: Erin Rice Editor: Meaghan Knowles

  8. 25 Mar

    AI Opportunities for Grad Students: A Conversation with Dr. Kati Migliaccio

    How is Artificial Intelligence transforming graduate research in agriculture, sustainability, and environmental science? In this episode, we talk to Dr. Kati Migliaccio, Dean of the UF/IFAS College of Agricultural and Life Sciences to hear about AI opportunities for graduate students. From precision agriculture to interdisciplinary innovation, this conversation explores how AI can enhance your academic journey. Guest: Dr. Kati Migliaccio, Dean, UF/IFAS College of Agricultural and Life Sciences; Professor, Agricultural and Biological Engineering Hosts: Erin Rice & Christine Krebs Editor: Meaghan Knowles

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Welcome to Grad Talk! Through this Podcast, we hope to dive deeper into common and relevant topics that will help Graduate Students better navigate their graduate school journey. The University of Florida's Graduate School and Graduate Student Success Center are thrilled to begin these conversations and share all the advice from current and former graduate students, campus partners, faculty, and other experts that will serve as guests for each episode.

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  • Creator
    University of Florida Graduate School
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    34
  • Rating
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    © University of Florida Graduate School
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