College on the Mind

Best friends and high school seniors, Alice Hurst and Piper Mitchell are attending Ohio University together in the fall.  The two have been close their entire lives (literally) and are now getting ready to embark on that high school to college adventure together.  Kick back and listen to these young women share their stories about where they’ve been and where they want to go.  The joy in their voi...

More like a royal flush, Kate Hunt, Lauren Updegrove, and Sydney Rudisell are good friends and first-year civil engineering students at Ohio University.  With the support of their families and each other, these three young women had a fantastic first year of college.  Sit back and get comfortable as Kate, Lauren, and Sydney talk about their supportive families, their fears, and the secrets to thei...

Amy Lucas, an Ohio University civil engineering student, shares her story of challenges and triumphs.  As a local kid, Amy knows her way around town and campus, but life still finds a way to throw curveballs to this first-year collegian in the form of calculus and canoes.   Podcasters: Stephen Shadik Kalyn Biggs Amy Lucas Produced and Edited By: Andy Andermatt Have a question for someone on the po...

This week, Steve and Kalyn answer the most frequently asked questions from those with College on the Mind(?)! Whether in, going to, or just thinking about college, you want to listen in for the advice they have to share.  Podcasters: Stephen Shadik Kalyn Biggs Produced and Edited By: Andy Andermatt Have a question for someone on the podcast? Fill out this form: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://forms.gle/G5N8DjQcLUUB...

Stepping into a new world, first-year Ohio University computer science students, Mckenzie Searcy and Divine Mbabazi, quickly found each other.  Ever since, they have been finding success inside and outside the classroom (well, maybe not on the ice rink).  Join us as these two young women share their experiences navigating and negotiating the twists and turns of college life. Podcasters: Stephen Sh...

Viraj Parmar and Dhruv Patel are international students from India studying computer science at Ohio University.  From overly sensitive fire alarms to rowdy freshman football players, Viraj and Dhruv share their stories of culture, cricket, and college.  Want to smile?  Join us for a fun and warm conversation as we bounce back and forth and around the world with Viraj and Dhruv. Podcasters: Stephe...

Upon high school graduation, Ohio University mechanical engineering student, Sal Poggiali, had a big decision to make... chase his hockey dream or purse an education. With the help of his parents, Sal chose hockey at literally the last second. A couple years and a few more lists later, Sal finally finds himself on campus at Ohio University. Sit back, relax, and join us for a circuitous "skate...

We’re back and better than ever! Steve’s still crushing F45 (and waiting for that sponsorship), but don’t bring up the Detroit Lions.  Kalyn may still not know who is (and who isn’t) in the Big Ten, but that didn’t seem to bother the graduate school admissions people.  Kalyn will also be continuing to bring her talents to Ohio University for at least a few more years.  As for the podcast?  Our con...

National Guard commitments forced Ohio University Mechanical Engineering major Alaina McRoberts to start her freshman year 6 weeks late.  She felt behind, lost, and scared.  Did she give up?  Not Alaina.  Alaina expects things to be challenging, she expects to struggle, and she expects to get knocked off balance.  And she is okay with that.  She has the power of positivity on her side.  Listen in...

Moms, you are in for a treat.  Meredith Price-Mullins, a mother of a high school senior and sophomore, puts voice to many of the fears, frustrations, hopes and dreams many mothers have with College on the Mind.  Meredith has a lot to say about her kids leaving for college and what it means for them and her.  How much do you see your story reflected in Meredith’s?  Settle in and let’s find out.  Po...

That is what Maizy Ereditario has come to realize during her second year studying chemical engineering at Ohio University.  Maizy discusses the challenges and joys (yes, joys!) of living the life of an engineering student.   This episode is packed with motivation and advice for succeeding when things get difficult.  Get comfortable and relax, because when we are done, you are going to want to tack...

Jordyn Koerper and Heather Greenlee are civil engineering majors and cat-loving (hi Lennon!) best friends at Ohio University.  They met freshman fall and have been inseparable since.  With one semester to go (finger's crossed) to graduation Jordyn and Heather share their college experiences.  One thing is clear, they have each other's backs.  Get comfortable and listen for the warmth and l...

Abbie Vongsy, an Ohio University electrical engineering student and Spartan Racer (look it up), shares her college experiences with a smile on her face and lots of laughs.  She is following her mom and big sisters into the world of engineering.  If you want 30 minutes of joy, find a comfortable spot and listen in.  Podcasters: Stephen Shadik Kalyn Biggs Abbie Vongsy Produced and Edited By: Andy An...

Ayden Smith, an Ohio University chemical engineering student, shares 2+ years of life on campus.  A dedicated brother, son, friend, and student, Ayden is more than willing to put in the time and effort to get to where he wants to go in life.  Listen in and try to keep up with all he has going on.  Seatbelts strongly suggested.  Podcasters: Stephen Shadik Kalyn Biggs Ayden Smith Produced and Edited...

Ryan Keifer, an Ohio University mechanical engineering student, shares his journey from star HS athlete to star gazing scholar.  What’s his plan to make sure his gloried past is only a faint flicker compared to his future feats?  Listen in and find out. Podcasters: Stephen Shadik Kalyn Biggs Ryan Keifer Produced and Edited By: Andy Andermatt Have a question for someone on the podcast? Fill out thi...

One is a goalkeeper and one is a goal-scorer. One orders off the toddler menu and one loves spicy food and vegetables. One dresses for comfort and one for fashion. Gwen Hershberger and Sasha Dikotla are engineering students at Ohio University and their friendship epitomizes the adage, "opposites attract." Join us for a funny delightful conversation with good friends. Podcasters: Stephen...

Casey Brooker and Koben Zink, two Ohio University civil engineering students found each other through an almost tragic scooter accident. They have transitioned from high school jocks to struggling but hardworking students. They have each other and that's enough.   Podcasters: Stephen Shadik Kalyn Biggs Casey Brooker Koben Zink Produced and Edited By: Andy Andermatt Have a question for someone...

Harvest Lechler, an Ohio University mechanical engineering student, shares her story of surviving the first year of college. From homeschool to highschool to commuting, she is navigating the social and academic challenges of higher education. Podcasters: Stephen Shadik Kalyn Biggs Harvest Lechler Produced and Edited By: Andy Andermatt Have a question for someone on the podcast? Fill out this form:...

Welcome to our first episode, where we talk about our stories and this podcast. Podcasters: Stephen Shadik Kalyn Biggs Produced and Edited by: Andy Andermatt Have a question for someone on the podcast? Fill out this form: https://forms.gle/G5N8DjQcLUUBm8Ar7 For all our social media visit our Linktree: ⁠https://linktr.ee/collegeonthemind Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/...