My First Year - A GEAR UP 4 LA Podcast

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My First Year is an original GEAR UP podcast that explores how students become success stories after they graduate high school. And just like all great stories, it comes with humble beginnings. Host Casey Weld talks with interesting Gear Up alumni and educators about their first starts in college, finding a job and more. Experience is always the best teacher. Join the conversation today! For more information, visit www.gearup4la.net

Episodes

  1. 06/04/2021

    Study Abroad

    Study Abroad Programs give you the opportunity to experience the world as your classroom. Navigating a new landscape may open your eyes to culture, history, a new language or your heritage. Studying Abroad opens the door to personal growth and discovery too.  Joining Casey in talking about her Study Abroad in India is Angela Velarde. The “My First Year” podcast is a GEAR UP production. Series Concept by Juan Maya Hernandez. Hosted by Casey Weld Audio production and post-production services by TinDragon Media.  Production music courtesy of epidemicsound.com Special thanks to:  GEAR UP 4 LA  Study Smart Tutors The GEAR UP Alumni Association And to listeners, like you.

    13 min

  2. 05/28/2021

    The Transition to College

    Between graduating high school and enrolling in College Orientation, there is a lot of work that has to be done to get ready for college in the summer. Guest Victor Sanchez sits down to explain what drove him to take this summer of transitions seriously.  The “My First Year” podcast is a GEAR UP production. Series Concept by Juan Maya Hernandez. Hosted by Casey Weld Audio production and post-production services by TinDragon Media.  Production music courtesy of epidemicsound.com Special thanks to:  GEAR UP 4 LA  Study Smart Tutors The GEAR UP Alumni Association And to listeners, like you.

    14 min

  3. 05/21/2021

    Going Ivy League

    Harvard, Princeton, oh my! Starting your college experience at a prestigious Ivy League can be full of high expectations and demanding course load. Casey sits down with guest Jesus Lino to discuss how he found his way to Harvard University. The “My First Year” podcast is a GEAR UP production. Series Concept by Juan Maya Hernandez. Hosted by Casey Weld Audio production and post-production services by TinDragon Media.  Production music courtesy of epidemicsound.com Special thanks to:  GEAR UP 4 LA  Study Smart Tutors The GEAR UP Alumni Association And to listeners, like you.

    15 min

  4. 05/14/2021

    Finding Your Family On-Campus

    Speaking to her experiences of joining a college organization, Blandina Flores talks to Casey about how to find your 'familia' in a new community when feeling homesick. The “My First Year” podcast is a GEAR UP production. Series Concept by Juan Maya Hernandez. Hosted by Casey Weld Audio production and post-production services by TinDragon Media.  Production music courtesy of epidemicsound.com Special thanks to:  GEAR UP 4 LA  Study Smart Tutors The GEAR UP Alumni Association And to listeners, like you.

    15 min

  5. 05/07/2021

    A Tale of Two Majors / Time Management

    In this episode, Casey sits down with guest Terran Artis, current student at University of California Irvine, explains how he has balanced his time between studying two majors and fulfilling his personal aspirations. The “My First Year” podcast is a GEAR UP production. Series Concept by Juan Maya Hernandez. Hosted by Casey Weld Audio production and post-production services by TinDragon Media.  Production music courtesy of epidemicsound.com Special thanks to:  GEAR UP 4 LA  Study Smart Tutors The GEAR UP Alumni Association And to listeners, like you.

    14 min

  6. SEASON 1 TRAILER

    My First Year Returns!

    All new episodes return every Friday in May 2021!

    1 min

  7. 08/07/2020

    College Journey

    On the mid-season finale, we’ll be talking about all the twists and turns the journey to obtaining a college degree can take. Many people have this idea that you have to go to a 4-year college right after high school and graduate in 4 years, or else you are on the wrong track. And that’s just not true! Joining Casey to demystify these myths and anxieties is Ashley Aragón from Highland Park. Ashley is now working on her PhD at the University of Maryland, but her college journey didn’t have such a smooth start.  ___________________________________________________________________________ The “My First Year” podcast is a GEAR UP production. Series Concept by Juan Maya Hernandez. Hosted by Casey Weld Audio production and post-production services by TinDragon Media.  Production music courtesy of epidemicsound.com Special thanks to:  GEAR UP 4 LA  Study Smart Tutors The GEAR UP Alumni Association And to listeners, like you.

    17 min

  8. 07/31/2020

    Being a Dreamer

    Many students believe that their undocumented status will prevent them from attending college. These students may live in fear of being exposed and deported should they apply for school or financial aid. However, Juan is a Dreamer whose optimism helped him achieve a great education at UCLA. Casey sits down with Juan to learn about the undocumented experience. __________________________________________________________________________ The “My First Year” podcast is a GEAR UP production. Series Concept by Juan Maya Hernandez. Hosted by Casey Weld Audio production and post-production services by TinDragon Media.  Production music courtesy of epidemicsound.com Special thanks to:  GEAR UP 4 LA  Study Smart Tutors The GEAR UP Alumni Association And to listeners, like you.

    18 min

  9. 07/24/2020

    Community College

    Community college can be an opportunity to reinvent yourself. It gives you the chance to explore majors and career pathways without committing to a 4 year program. Community colleges are becoming more and more popular due to its affordable tuition and services. Stuart Roco, a student at Los Angeles City college, talks with Casey about his time at community college. The “My First Year” podcast is a GEAR UP production. Series Concept by Juan Maya Hernandez. Hosted by Casey Weld Audio production and post-production services by TinDragon Media.  Production music courtesy of epidemicsound.com Special thanks to:  GEAR UP 4 LA  Study Smart Tutors The GEAR UP Alumni Association And to listeners, like you.

    11 min

  10. 07/17/2020

    Studying STEM

    As technology becomes integrated into our day-to-day lives, the job market is booming with tech and engineering jobs. So schools are pushing students to pursue a major in STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics). Casey Weld speaks with his old student, Esmeralda Leon, who is currently studying aerospace engineering at USC. The “My First Year” podcast is a GEAR UP production. Series Concept by Juan Maya Hernandez. Hosted by Casey Weld Audio production and post-production services by TinDragon Media.  Production music courtesy of epidemicsound.com Special thanks to:  GEAR UP 4 LA  Study Smart Tutors The GEAR UP Alumni Association And to listeners, like you.

    15 min

  11. 07/17/2020

    Finding First Jobs

    On the premiere episode of “My First Year,” Casey discusses the challenges of finding that first job after college. William Ruiz stops by to talk about his time at FOX Sports Radio and how he kick started his career.  The “My First Year” podcast is a GEAR UP production. Series Concept by Juan Maya Hernandez. Hosted by Casey Weld Audio production and post-production services by TinDragon Media.  Production music courtesy of epidemicsound.com Special thanks to:  GEAR UP 4 LA  Study Smart Tutors The GEAR UP Alumni Association And to listeners, like you.

    13 min

  12. SEASON 1 TRAILER

    My First Year Trailer

    My First Year is an original GEAR UP podcast that explores how students become success stories after they graduate high school. And just like all great stories, it comes with humble beginnings. Host Casey Weld talks with interesting Gear Up alumni and educators about their first starts in college, finding a job and more. Experience is always the best teacher. Join the conversation today!

    1 min

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Ratings & Reviews

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My First Year is an original GEAR UP podcast that explores how students become success stories after they graduate high school. And just like all great stories, it comes with humble beginnings. Host Casey Weld talks with interesting Gear Up alumni and educators about their first starts in college, finding a job and more. Experience is always the best teacher. Join the conversation today! For more information, visit www.gearup4la.net

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