Wisco Bound

In this episode, Scott, and Executive Function coach and guest host, Ashley Wood, are joined by Lennon Rodgers, Director of the Grainger Engineering Design Innovation Lab and Associate Professor of Teaching of Mechanical Engineering at UW-Madison. Lennon Rogers shares his transition from art student to mechanical engineer and delves into the Design Innovation Lab’s resources and interdisciplinary...

In this episode of Wisco Bound, Zach chats with Noa Levine and Lani Lapkin, both rising juniors at UW-Madison. They discuss their college experiences and the business they co-founded, Set Me Up Madison , a college concierge service that assists students and their families with settling into university life by providing dorm room set-up services, local recommendations, and more. Noa and Lani share...

In this episode, Zach and Scott talk with Janet Mitchell, a pre-law advisor at UW-Madison's Center for Pre-Law Advising. Janet shares her journey from a theater major to earning a JD from Wisconsin Law School, as well as her extensive experience in test preparation for exams like the LSAT and GRE. The discussion covers the resources available at the Center for Pre-Law Advising, the importance...

Zach and Scott sit down with Warren Scherer (per/pers), the director of the Gender and Sexuality Campus Center (GSCC) at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Warren shares per story and passion for creating an inclusive campus environment and details the four main areas of the GSCC's work: advocacy, belonging, community building, and skills development. Warren outlines the Center's initiat...

In this episode, hosts Zach and Scott interview Dr. Emily Hall, a distinguished faculty member at UW-Madison's English department. Dr. Hall shares her journey from studying Victorian literature to becoming a leader in writing education at UW-Madison. She discusses her roles in directing the Writing Fellows Program , Writing Across the Curriculum , and the Writing Center . The conversation cove...

Hosts Scott and Zach discuss how college freshmen can make the most of the first couple of weeks on campus. Drawing from personal experiences and professional insights, they cover topics such as the importance of pre-orientation programs, course selection strategies for students with executive function challenges, optimizing dorm room organization, and the value of engaging in campus activities an...

Join Zach and Scott as they learn all about residential learning communities at UW-Madison from Sari Ratner Judge, the program manager for UW Madison's entrepreneurial learning community, StartUp. In this episode, Sari details the structure, purpose, and benefits of residential learning communities. She provides an overview of the various themed learning communities, the application process, a...

In this episode, Zach and Scott welcome Hannah Hatlan-Atwell, a career advisor at the School of Human Ecology at UW Madison. Hannah shares her journey to becoming a career advisor and discusses her role in guiding students through career exploration, securing internships, preparing for graduate studies, and more. She provides an in-depth look at the School of Human Ecology, highlighting its variou...

In this episode, Scott and Zach are joined by Kyle Charters, the Associate Director of Student Services at the McBurney Disability Resource Center at UW Madison. Kyle provides an in-depth overview of the McBurney Center, detailing the application process, types of accommodations offered, and the extensive support available to students with disabilities. The conversation also covers the diverse pat...

In this episode, Scott and Zach delve into the crucial transition from high school to college. They discuss common challenges faced by students, the importance of executive functioning skills, and the changing landscape of education post-COVID. The conversation includes identifying red flags such as over-reliance on parental support, overwhelming majors, and significant life events that may impact...

From mastering the ACT and writing standout college essays to the iconic Bascom Hill and State Street, the Wisco Bound Podcast is here to show you how to get in and how to succeed at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Hosted by two experienced leaders in the education industry, each episode will bring you helpful information, resources, behind-the-scenes interviews, and valuable advice about UW-...