Ask Dr. Ross

Catherine Ross

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"Ask Dr. Ross" answers the important and nagging questions parents and potential college students raise about higher education. Topics include preparing for college, avoiding student debt, and secrets to good grades. Hosted by award-winning professor Catherine Ross, Ph.D., and student producer Ashley Worley, listeners can ask their own questions by emailing ADRquestions@gmail.com.Find us on Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/@AskDr.RossPodcast/featured

10/31/2025

What's the Real Fraternity Experience? Exploring Greek Life at UT Tyler

The stereotypical fraternity experience is well-known, negative, and (unsurprisingly) not true of every chapter. Most people think they know what Greek life is like - but what do the insiders say? This week, Dr. Ross and student producer Ashley Worley explore Greek life within UT Tyler's Kappa Sigma chapter. Joining the discussion are Kappa Sigma's alumni advisor Jared Daniels and chapter member Erick Zamarron to share the impact of brotherhood on their college journeys. Together, they dive into the history of fraternities, misconceptions of Greek life, and the personal growth opportunities they've encountered. For curious students, the stories may not be what you expect. Have more questions about life inside a fraternity? Email us at ADRquestions@gmail.com or leave a comment below. We'd love to hear from you! Want to learn more or connect with UT Tyler's Greek Life? Click the links below! -UT Tyler Greek Life webpage: https://www.uttyler.edu/student-life/greek-life/ -Kappa Sigma Instagram: @UTTKAPPASIGMA

26 min
10/24/2025

What's It Like to Be a History Major? Inside the College of Arts and Science Part 3

We've probably all heard the saying, "If we don't learn from history, we're doomed to repeat it." But is that really true? And besides preventing doom, how does studying history help students in their present-day lives? This week, Dr. Ross and student producer Ashley Worley continue their series highlighting inside stories and college prep practicalities from UT Tyler's History department. Department chair Dr. Colin Snider and senior History major Nixon Gorka join the discussion to share what's really happening in history classes. If you're choosing your degree, preparing for college life, or just curious about other experiences in higher ed, this series is for you. Have more questions about life inside a History department? Email us at ADRquestions@gmail.com or leave a comment below. We'd love to hear from you! Want to learn more or connect with UT Tyler's Department of History? Click the link below! -Department webpage: https://www.uttyler.edu/academics/colleges-schools/arts-sciences/departments/biology/

23 min
10/17/2025

What's the Real Sorority Experience? Exploring Greek Life at UT Tyler

The stereotypical sorority experience is well-known, negative, and (unsurprisingly) not true of every chapter. Most people think they know what Greek life - but what do the insiders say? This week, Dr. Ross and student producer Ashley Worley explore Greek life within UT Tyler's Alpha Chi Omega chapter. Joining the discussion are Alpha Chi's alumni advisor Michelle Gonzalez and chapter president Elizabeth Nixon to share the impact of sisterhood on their college journeys. Together, they dive into their experiences with sorority culture, community outreach, and career prep opportunities. For students curious about what Greek life is really like, the stories may not be what you expect. Have more questions about life inside a sorority? Email us at ADRquestions@gmail.com or leave a comment below. We'd love to hear from you! Want to learn more or connect with UT Tyler's Greek Life? Click the links below! -UT Tyler Sorority recruitment webpage: https://www.uttyler.edu/student-life/greek-life/recruitment/sororityrecruitment/ -Alpha Chi Omega UT Tyler Instagram: @axo_uttyler -Alpha Chi Omega UT Tyler Facebook page: Kappa Mu Chapter - Alpha Chi Omega

26 min
10/14/2025

What's it Like to Be a Biology Major? Inside the College of Arts and Sciences Part 2

As one of the hard sciences, Biology tends to be more concrete in our imaginations. White lab coats. Microscopes. The mitochondria (it's the powerhouse of the cell). But what about snake-trapping? Fishing? Counting frog calls? The field is a lot wider than we might think. This week, Dr. Ross and student producer Ashley Worley continue their series highlighting inside stories and college prep practicalities from UT Tyler's Biology department. Department chair Dr. Lance Williams and Biology student MJ Baker join the discussion to share what's really happening in biology and chemistry classes, from fieldwork to lab reports. If you're choosing your degree, preparing for college life, or just curious about other experiences in higher ed, this series is for you. Have more questions about life inside a Biology department? Email us at ADRquestions@gmail.com or leave a comment below. We'd love to hear from you! Want to learn more or connect with UT Tyler's Department of Biology? Click the link below! -Department webpage: https://www.uttyler.edu/academics/colleges-schools/arts-sciences/departments/biology/

33 min
10/03/2025

What is College Esports? Exploring UT Tyler's Competitive Gaming Resources

When we think of college sports, we imagine football scholarships and packed stadiums. But what if you're a competitor who crushes it at Mario Kart or would rather watch Fortnite streams for fun? We've got you covered. This week, Dr. Ross and student producer Ashley Worley explore the realm of Esports with Kenna Rivers, UT Tyler's team captain for Rainbow Six Siege. As an avid gamer and junior Nursing major, Kenna reveals the ways Esports can transform a student's college experience for the better, helping them develop teamwork, leadership, and practical career skills in a fun environment. For casual or new players in the crowd, she shares how the Esports lab's resources create opportunities to have fun with friends, build community, and even win prize money. Whoever you are and however you enjoy gaming, Esports has something for you. Have more questions about Esports in college life? Email us at ADRquestions@gmail.com or leave a comment below. We'd love to hear from you! Watch UT Tyler Esports live on Twitch and follow their socials here: https://linktr.ee/esportsUTT

24 min
09/19/2025

What's It Like to Be An English Major? Inside the College of Arts and Sciences Part 1

Maybe we think we know what a day in the life of an English major looks like: classic novels, writing, poetry, writing, presentations, and (you guessed it!) writing. But what do English majors actually learn? Where do they fit in the world outside of universities? The variety of answers may surprise you. This week, Dr. Ross and student producer Ashley Worley launch their new series highlighting inside stories and college prep practicalities from UT Tyler's English department. Department chair Dr. Ann Beebe and English student Jim Clayton join the discussion to share what's really happening in English classes. If you're choosing your degree, preparing for college life, or just curious about other experiences in higher ed, this series is for you. Have more questions about life inside an English department? Email us at ADRquestions@gmail.com or leave a comment below. We'd love to hear from you! Want to learn more or connect with UT Tyler's Department of Literature and Languages? Click the links below! Department newslettersFacebook pageInstagram: @uttylerlitlang

20 min
09/12/2025

How Can I Stay Active in College? Exploring Rec Sports

We sit through classes, sit to study, sit on a couch to relax, and often sit at a desk to work. It’s easier than ever as a busy college student to miss out on the basics: sunshine, fresh air, friends, and movement. Sure, there’s the gym on campus – but what if you’ve never been before? How do you break through the intimidation? Will there even be an activity you like there? Enter the Rec Sports team – and their director, Rick McGill. This week, Dr. Ross and student producer Ashley Worley discuss what you might not have known rec centers have to offer with UT Tyler’s Director of Recreational Sports, Rick McGill. From free weights to ski trips, the department has something for everyone. He shares how rec sports engagement impacts the lives of students, helping them stay healthy, build friendships, and even secure unexpected career opportunities. Whether you’re a basketball enthusiast or an air hockey champ, there’s something about sports that brings us all together. The resources you need are here – and it includes so much more than a gym. Have more questions about rec sports opportunities? Email us at ADRquestions@gmail.com or leave a comment below. We’d love to hear from you! Want to stay up to date on UT Tyler’s rec center? Download the app to see the gym’s live occupancy count, register for club sports teams, view upcoming outdoor adventures, and more! Search “UT Tyler Rec Sports App” and find it on Google Play or the App Store.

24 min
09/05/2025

What Can I Expect From Sophomore Year? Pt. 3

We all know freshman year is a big turning point. There's orientations, welcome celebrations, loads of "firsts" to experience - but with three more years of college, the changes and growth have only begun. What happens next? This week, Dr. Ross and student producer Ashley Worley reconvene with two students who appeared on the podcast in their first week of freshman year: Mary Mooney and Dominick Robinette. Now approaching their sophomore year, they discuss the variety of developmental shifts and struggles they've encountered, like managing anxiety, building connections on campus, and navigating AI use in homework. Through it all, they offer insights on how this often-overlooked middle year can be just as pivotal for growth as the first. Have more questions about surviving and thriving in sophomore year? Email us at ADRquestions@gmail.com. We'd love to hear from you!

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"Ask Dr. Ross" answers the important and nagging questions parents and potential college students raise about higher education. Topics include preparing for college, avoiding student debt, and secrets to good grades. Hosted by award-winning professor Catherine Ross, Ph.D., and student producer Ashley Worley, listeners can ask their own questions by emailing ADRquestions@gmail.com.Find us on Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/@AskDr.RossPodcast/featured

Creator

Catherine Ross
Years Active

2023 - 2025
Episodes

31
Rating

Clean
Copyright

© 2025 The University of Texas at Tyler & Catherine Ross, PhD
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Ask Dr. Ross