Real Stories with Mike Buckman

Mike Buckman
  • 5.0 (2)
  • Self-Improvement
  • Updated Weekly

For 13 years, Mr. Buckman motivated and challenged 7,000 students at UT Arlington to exceed their expectations. His efforts led to a teaching award and multiple university recognitions. His students loved his stories about people whose backgrounds were like theirs. The subjects of his stories all had great impact on their families, communities, and society. If you attend or are a graduate of a public university, then you are the target audience for this podcast. Real Stories with Mike Buckman should be on your weekly podcast schedule, particularly if you are a first-generation student.

  1. Jan 23

    Episode 27: Transitioning from College to Career

    This is the final of three common challenges faced by many first-generation college students when they transition from college to the professional workforce. Just like the prior 19 podcasts of this series, this podcast will discuss a particular challenge and recommend seven strategies to successfully navigate or manage it. If you are listening to this series in sequence, at the end of this podcast you will have learned all 140 success strategies in this 20-podcast series. Yes, your toolbox will have 140 success strategies. Always remember, my goal is aligned with yours. We are both committed to you being successful in your pursuit of a college degree. By understanding these challenges and utilizing these strategies you can be successful.

    12 min

  2. Jan 22

    Episode 26 Lack of Role Models

    This is the second of three common challenges faced by many first-generation college students when they transitionfrom college to the professional workforce. Just like the prior 18 podcasts of this series, this podcast will discuss a particular challenge and recommend seven strategies to successfully navigate or manage it. If you are listening to this series in sequence, at the end of this podcast you will have already learned 133 success strategies. The entire 20-segment series will fill your toolbox with 140 strategies. Always remember, my goal is aligned with yours. We are both committed to you being successful in your pursuit of a college degree. By understanding these challenges and utilizing these strategies you can be successful.

    10 min

  3. Jan 22

    Episode 25: Limited Access to Career Guidance

    This is the first of three common challenges faced by many first-generation college students when they transitionfrom college to the professional workforce. Just like the prior 17 podcasts of this series, this podcast will discuss a particular challenge and recommend seven strategies to successfully navigate or manage it. If you are listening to this series in sequence, at the end of this podcast you will have already learned 126 success strategies. The entire 20-segment series will fill your toolbox with 140 strategies. Always remember, my goal is aligned with yours. We are both committed to you being successful in your pursuit of a college degree. By understanding these challenges and utilizing these strategies you can be successful.

    11 min

  4. Jan 21

    Episode 24: Housing, Transportation, and Food Insecurity

    This is the third of three common financial challenges faced by many first-generation college students. Just like the prior 16 podcasts of this series, this podcast will discuss a particular challenge and recommend seven strategies to successfully navigate or manage it. If you are listening to this series in sequence, at the end of this podcast you will have already learned 119 success strategies. The entire 20-segment series will fill your toolbox with 140 strategies. Always remember, my goal is aligned with yours. We are both committed to you being successful in your pursuit of a college degree. By understanding these challenges and utilizing these strategies you can be successful.

    11 min

  5. Jan 20

    Episode 23: Balancing Work and School

    This is the second of three common financial challenges faced by many first-generation college students. Just like the prior 15 podcasts of this series, this podcast will discuss a particular challenge and recommend seven strategies to successfully navigate or manage it. If you are listening to this series in sequence, at the end of this podcast you will have already learned 112 success strategies. The entire 20-segment series will fill your toolbox with 140 strategies. Always remember, my goal is aligned with yours. We are both committed to you being successful in your pursuit of a college degree. By understanding these challenges and utilizing these strategies you can be successful.

    12 min

  6. Jan 19

    Episode 22: Financial Pressure

    This is the first of three common financial challenges faced by many first-generation college students. Just like the prior 14 podcasts of this series, this podcast will discuss a particular challenge and recommend seven strategies to successfully navigate or manage it. If you are listening to this series in sequence, at the end of this podcast you will have already learned 105 success strategies. The entire 20-segment series will fill your toolbox with 140 strategies. Always remember, my goal is aligned with yours. We are both committed to you being successful in your pursuit of a college degree. By understanding these challenges and utilizing these strategies you can be successful.

    14 min

  7. Jan 19

    Episode 21: Mental Health Struggles

    This is the fifth of five common personal or individual challenges faced by many first-generation college students. Just like the prior 13 podcasts of this series, this podcast will discuss a particular challenge and recommend seven strategies to successfully navigate or manage it. If you are listening to this series in sequence, at the end of this podcast you will have already learned 98 successstrategies. The entire 20-segment series will fill your toolbox with 140 strategies. Always remember, my goal is aligned with yours. We are both committed to you being successful in your pursuit of a college degree. By understanding these challenges and utilizing these strategies you can be successful.

    11 min

  8. Jan 19

    Episode 20: Imposter Syndrome

    This is the fourth of five common personal or individual challenges faced by many first-generation collegestudents. Just like the prior twelve podcasts of this series, this podcast will discuss a particular challenge and recommend seven strategies to successfully navigate or manage it. If you are listening to this series in sequence, at the end of this podcast you will have already learned 91 success strategies. The entire 20-segment series will fill your toolbox with 140 strategies. Always remember, my goal is aligned with yours. We are both committed to you being successful in your pursuit of a college degree. By understanding these challenges and utilizing these strategies you can be successful.

    13 min
See All (27)

Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
2 Ratings

About

For 13 years, Mr. Buckman motivated and challenged 7,000 students at UT Arlington to exceed their expectations. His efforts led to a teaching award and multiple university recognitions. His students loved his stories about people whose backgrounds were like theirs. The subjects of his stories all had great impact on their families, communities, and society. If you attend or are a graduate of a public university, then you are the target audience for this podcast. Real Stories with Mike Buckman should be on your weekly podcast schedule, particularly if you are a first-generation student.

Information