UCA Graduate School

Grad Chats at UCA

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Sit down with Dr. Michael Mills, UCA’s Graduate Interim Dean, and various guests to discuss the various aspects of the graduate student life from academics, DegreeWorks, and general wellness.

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Ep 28: The Neurodiverse Graduate Student Experience 28.11.2022 22:37

This episode is in conversation with Dr. Christina Jeffrey of the Department of Psychology and Counseling about how neurodiversity interacts with graduate school.  Follow us on Social Media! Facebook: The University of Central Arkansas Twitter: @UCAGradSchool Instagram: @ucagradschool Contact us at ucagradschool@uca.edu

Ep 27: PART THREE Writing at the Graduate Level with Dr. Ginny Adams 14.11.2022 16:46

This episode is the final part of our writing series, and is in conversation with Dr. Ginny Adams from the Department of Biology about writing for Graduate School. Follow us on Social Media! Facebook: The University of Central Arkansas Twitter: @UCAGradSchool Instagram: @ucagradschool Contact us at ucagradschool@uca.edu

Ep 26: PART TWO Writing at the Graduate Level with Dr. Jennifer Case 31.10.2022 15:39

This episode is part two of three, and is in conversation with Dr. Jennifer Case of the Department of Film, Theater, and Creative Writing about writing for Graduate School.  Follow us on Social Media! Facebook: The University of Central Arkansas Twitter: @UCAGradSchool Instagram: @ucagradschool Contact us at ucagradschool@uca.edu

Ep 25: PART ONE Writing at the Graduate Level with Dr. Louis Nadelson 17.10.2022 19:54

Today's episode is part one of three, and is in conversation with Dr. Louis Nadelson of the Department of Leadership Studies about writing for Graduate School.  Follow us on Social Media! Facebook: The University of Central Arkansas Twitter: @UCAGradSchool Instagram: @ucagradschool Contact us at ucagradschool@uca.edu

Ep 24: The Imposter Phenomenon with John-Scott Kelley 03.10.2022 15:01

Today's episode is in conversation with UCA's Graduate Student Support GA, John-Scott Kelley, about the imposter phenomenon and how it specifically affects UCA's graduate student population.  Follow us on Social Media! Facebook: The University of Central Arkansas Twitter: @UCAGradSchool Instagram: @ucagradschool Contact us at ucagradschool@uca.edu

Ep 23: Understanding Your Fees with Sandra Ott, Millie Goins, and Jessica Riedmueller 19.09.2022 28:31

Today's episode is in conversation with Sandra Ott, Director of Student Accounts, Millie Goins, Assistant Director of Student Wellness and Programs, and Jessica Riedmueller from the Torreyson Library. Joins us as we dive into what student fees are, what they are paying for, and how you can get the most out of your fees.  Follow us on Social Media! Facebook: The University of Central Arkansas...

Ep 22: Connecting with your Campus Community with Dr. Thomas Bruick and Dr. Alicia Cotabish 06.09.2022 23:57

Welcome to a new season of Grad Chats with Dr. B! Today we are in conversation with Dr. Thomas Bruick and Dr. Alicia Cotabish from the College of Education about the importance of connection in your graduate education. Follow us on Social Media! Facebook: The University of Central Arkansas Twitter: @UCAGradSchool Instagram: @ucagradschool Contact us at ucagradschool@uca.edu

Ep 21: Interview with Dr. Michael Hargis, Dean of the College of Business 09.08.2022 26:41

In this weeks episode, Dr. Hargis breaks down the different programs offered by the College of Business and offers some advice for entering graduate students.  Follow the Graduate School on social media! Facebook: The University of Central Arkansas Graduate School Twitter: @UCAGradSchool Instagram: @ucagradschool

Ep 20: Academic Burnout with John-Scott Kelley 06.05.2022 23:35

This week's episode is a conversation with Graduate Support GA, John-Scott Kelley, about academic burnout in graduate school and strategies students can use to combat it to achieve a higher well-being in their graduate studies.  Follow us on Social Media! Facebook: The University of Central Arkansas Twitter: @UCAGradSchool Instagram: @ucagradschool

Ep 19: A Conversation with the May 2022 Commencement Speaker #GSAW22 08.04.2022 11:01

We're wrapping up our week of appreciation with a conversation with Jose Luna, the Graduate Representative Commencement Speaker for May 2022.  Be sure to check out our social medias for resources, giveaways, and a celebration of graduate students like you! Facebook: The University of Central Arkansas Graduate School Twitter: @UCAGradSchool Instagram: @ucagradschool

Ep 18: Networking 501 Building Your Own Lane with Ty Hollowell #GSAW22 07.04.2022 35:26

Our first episode of Super Chats! Today's episode is in conversation with UCA Alumni, Ty Hollowell, about networking strategies for graduate students looking to build connections throughout their graduate career.  Be sure to check out our social medias for resources, giveaways, and a celebration of graduate students like you! Facebook: The University of Central Arkansas Graduate School Twitte...

Ep 17: Making Space with Dr. Allen Thomas #GSAW22 06.04.2022 18:56

Today's episode is in conversation with Dr. Allen Thomas about the LGBTQ+ graduate student experience.  Be sure to check out our social medias for resources, giveaways, and a celebration of graduate students like you! Facebook: The University of Central Arkansas Graduate School Twitter: @UCAGradSchool Instagram: @ucagradschool

Ep 16: Interview with Dean for a Day Participants #GSAW22 05.04.2022 24:48

Today's episode explores graduate student experience as Dean for the Day.  Be sure to check out our social medias for resources, giveaways, and a celebration of graduate students like you! Facebook: The University of Central Arkansas Graduate School Twitter: @UCAGradSchool Instagram: @ucagradschool

Ep 15: Interview with Sharon Lanier, UCA 3MT Winner #GSAW22 04.04.2022 18:44

We're kicking off #GSAW22 with an interview from this year's 3MT Winner, Sharon Lanier!  Be sure to check out our social medias for resources, giveaways, and a celebration of graduate students like you! Facebook: The University of Central Arkansas Graduate School Twitter: @UCAGradSchool Instagram: @ucagradschool

Ep 14: GRADitude 17.12.2021 24:57

This week's episode discusses the various ways practicing gratitude can help students with academic burnout 

Ep 13: Program Engagement 19.11.2021 30:19

Join Dr. B, Dr. Thomas Bruick, Dr. Joan Simon, and Dr. Reid Adams on this weeks episode for a discussion on the ways graduate students can engage with their programs.  Follow us on Social Media! Facebook: The University of Central Arkansas Twitter: @UCAGradSchool Instagram: @ucagradschool

Ep 12: Graduate Student Experience with Imposter Syndrome 06.11.2021 31:14

This week Dr. B and John-Scott Kelley discuss imposter syndrome with students from the Occupational Therapy program.  Follow John-Scott on Twitter at @UCAGradSupport. You can also email him at gradsupport@uca.edu Follow the Graduate School on social media! Facebook: University of Central Arkansas Graduate School Twitter: @UCAGradSchool Instagram: @ucagradschool

Ep 11: Campus Sustainability with Grant Williams 22.10.2021 13:08

Learn more about the Green Bear Coalition at https://uca.edu/greenbear/ Follow the Graduate School on social media! Facebook: The University of Central Arkansas Graduate School Twitter: @UCAGradSchool Instagram: @ucagradschool

Ep 10: Nutrition in Graduate School 08.10.2021 26:20

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Ep 9: Understanding Imposter Syndrome with John-Scott Kelley 23.08.2021 14:39

This weeks episode focuses on Imposter Syndrome with the Graduate School's Graduate Support GA, John-Scott Kelley. You can reach out to John-Scott via email at gradsupport@uca.edu or on Twitter at @UCAGradSupport Follow the Graduate School on social media! Facebook: The University of Central Arkansas Graduate School Twitter: @UCAGradSchool Instagram: @ucagradschool

Ep 8: Understanding the Difference between Constructive and Destructive Stress with John-Scott Kelley 12.08.2021 18:17

This weeks episode focuses on the difference between positive and negative stress with the Graduate School's Graduate Support GA, John-Scott Kelley.  You can reach out to John-Scott via email at gradsupport@uca.edu or on Twitter at @UCAGradSupport Follow the Graduate School on social media! Facebook: The University of Central Arkansas Graduate School Twitter: @UCAGradSchool Instagram: @ucagra...

Ep 7: Interview with Dr. Patricia Smith, Dean of the Schedler Honors College 09.08.2021 17:33

This weeks episode focuses on why undergraduates should consider graduate education, as well as the steps they can take now to better help them seek out graduate school admission.  Follow the Graduate School on social media! Facebook: The University of Central Arkansas Graduate School Twitter: @UCAGradSchool Instagram: @ucagradschool

Ep 6: Interview with Dr. Stephen Addison, Dean of the College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics 06.08.2021 28:06

In this weeks episode, Dr. Addison explains his affinity for his job as well as why building connections early on is important for graduate students. Follow the Graduate School on social media! Facebook: The University of Central Arkansas Graduate School Twitter: @UCAGradSchool Instagram: @ucagradschool

Ep 5: Interview with Dr. Nancy Reese, Dean of the College of Health and Behavioral Sciences 28.07.2021 18:18

This week's episode focuses on Dr. Nancy Reese and her journey through graduate education and her inaugural year as Dean during the COVID-19 pandemic.  Follow the Graduate School on social media for more updates on Grad Chats with Dr. B! Facebook: The University of Central Arkansas Graduate School Twitter: @UCAGradSchool Instagram: @ucagradschool

Ep 4: PART TWO Interview with Dr. Tom Williams, Dean of the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences 15.06.2021 29:24

Part 2 of a 2 part episode with Dr. Tom Williams. This episode focuses on Dr. Williams experiences as the inaugural Dean of the newly merged college, his emphasis on faculty appreciation, and how his education has shaped his career. Follow the Graduate School on Social media! Facebook: The University of Central Arkansas Graduate School Twitter: @UCAGradSchool Instagram: @ucagradschool 