Shandra L. McDonald

Academic Survival ®

Education EN ↓ 28 episodes

Thirty percent of students drop out of college during the 1st year. The transition from high school to college can feel overwhelming for many freshmen and their families. On Academic Survival, I interview current and former college students about their freshman year experiences. I also invite expert guests who share college success tips, freshman survival strategies, and advice on thriving in college life and beyond. Whether you're a 1st-year student looking for guidance, or a parent wanting your freshman to succeed, this podcast provides real stories, strategies, and encouragement to help you...

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Shandra L. McDonald

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Nico Morales: From Addict to Author - Substance Abuse and Transformation 18.02.2023 50:42

Claiming sobriety from the depths of rock bottom, Nico Morales experienced the power of transformation. "I have learned to claim the term 'addict' with some positivity to it - I have acquired a better advantage and I have to be intentional about what I'm doing." - Nico Morales Nico Morales is an international published author, public speaker, small business owner, and recovering addict from Albuqu...

Balancing Preferences & Priorities: Darrell Horn's College Journey 17.01.2023 34:20

Today, I'm excited to have Darrell Horn on the show. Darrell shares his college journey, discussing the challenges of balancing personal preferences and academic priorities. **Key Takeaways from Darrell's College Journey:** - 🎓 **Embrace Mistakes:** As freshmen, making mistakes is inevitable, and that's okay. It's crucial to understand that failure is a part of the learning process. What truly ma...

Academic Endurance, Overcoming Challenges, and Self-Reflection with Ahmara Watson 31.12.2022 42:56

Struggling to balance a double major, a job, and extracurriculars, Ahmara Watson discovers her strength is endurance as she navigates her way through the overwhelming expectations of college life. "Knowing what you can get out of it helps push you through. I think that being able to overwork myself and power through, even when I'm tired or overwhelmed, has been a strength that I've discovered in c...