In The Wild

Anthony Veasly and Monliyah King, the president and vice president for NPHC at Augusta University, share their experiences joining their respective fraternity and sorority. Our hosts also discuss the headlines that are running wild in the jungle. 

This week, Danielle Harris, the new public information manager for the city of Augusta, joins in to let us know what's happening in the city. Also, our hosts discuss a new round of 'wild topics' including the backlash singer Lizzo is receiving for her new music.

This week, Arionna Gannt, member of the Jaguar Production Crew, joins us to share all the events that The CREW is working on to make this semester the best one yet. We are also introduced to Christian Osborne, the new podcast intern and cohost.

On the first part of our season premiere, Morgan Davis, our new student wellness coordinator joins us to discuss what everyone can do to keep balance in their life this semester. Also, with the return of most campus activities, Justin Goddard comes in the studio to share what he does to not only stay alive, but thrive while on campus. Disclaimer: We experienced a technical issue with the audio in...

In this weekly podcast, Raysean Ricks, an Augusta University alumnus, catches you up with university news, events and breaks down what life is really like for a college student. Join him as he discusses pop culture, interacts with the AU community and keeps you updated with everything happening ‘in the wild.’ New episodes drop every Tuesday.

For our last special of the summer, admissions counselor Daniel Browning joins to share his recommendations for new students coming to campus. He also discusses how his passion for dance led to the creation of his group Dance 2 Inspire. Also, our two Lead Orientation Leaders, Logan Moore and Ana Ciriaco, discuss their experiences on campus and what to expect so far this summer as they welcome new...

It's summertime Jags! So that means it's time to catch up on some long overdue self care. Dr. Lara Stepleman, director of Faculty Success is here to discuss all the ways to can treat yourself this summer. Also, JagNation alum Ariel Charles joins us to discuss what she's doing this summer and how she's capturing her adventures on her travel blog. Is she about to have an international #HotGirlSummer...

It's GRADUATION WEEK so you know we got you covered. We have some our biggest social media content creators here. Dr. Kojo Sarfo and Kendall Green are both alums from the College of Nursing and share amazing content on various social media platforms. We get into how they transitioned from their college years into being big -time creators.

It's the end of the semester! We MADE it. To close the chapter on this semester, Kiara and Raysean chat about some of the latest 'wild topics.' Then, AU President Brooks Keel, PhD, joins to give his thoughts on this semester and what he's looking forward to this summer.

Mr. Augusta University Zyare Orr kicks off our episode this week to discuss his crowning event and his plans to help shape AU's culture. Also, it's GRADUATION SEASON! Dale Hartenburg is here to drop some knowledge on all the details surrounding our FIRST ever outdoor commencement ceremony in May.

Dr. Maria Helena Lima, an assistant professor of Surgery for the Section of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, joins Raysean to discuss the “Zoom Boom,” an uptick in plastic surgery since the pandemic began largely due to people not liking what they see from all the virtual meetings we've had this past year. Also, Danielle returns for another segment of 'What's up America' to bring insight into a...

In this weekly podcast, Raysean Ricks, a Communications & Marketing writer and Augusta University alumnus, catches you up with university news, events and breaks down what life is really like for a college student. Join him as he discusses pop culture, interacts with the AU community and keeps you updated with everything happening ‘in the wild.’ New episodes drop every Tuesday.

Raysean and Kiara get into more 'wild topics' including Lil Nas X's latest music and merchandise. Also, Jess Lassetter, assistant director for Annual Giving, returns to share the latest info about our upcoming event Augusta Gives. Learn more about Giving Day here: www.augusta.edu/giving.

We have a special treat this week. Racial disparities in health care is another pandemic on our hands affecting people of color. To shed some insight, Tanashia Thomas, an alum, discusses her AU experience and travel nursing stories. Dr. Vanessa Spearman-McCarthy, associate professor of Internal Medicine and Psychiatry at the Medical College of Georgia, brings her perspective on the matter as well.

This week, we get to meet Matthew Davis, the Outdoor Recreation coordinator, as he shares some of his most interesting experiences before coming to AU. Also, Shelli Larkin, associate director for Student Health Services joins us to discuss how we can show our support during Sexual Assault Awareness Month. DISCLAIMER: If you need support following this podcast, please reach out to the presenter or...

Raysean and Kiara salute the women that have impacted their lives for Women's History Month. They also chat about the recent time change and other 'wild topics.' Also, Abbie Vaughn, philanthropy and special events coordinator for the Georgia Cancer Center, joins to talk about their upcoming event, Unite in the Fight. Learn more about the Georgia Cancer Center: www.augusta.edu/cancer/

We have our FIRST student from our Theatre program here! Faydia Ramnairine joins us live in the studio to give us behind the scene details to Métaphysique D'Ephemera, the theatre production this semester. It will be the first production performed outside and she's sharing everything. Also, Susan Brands and Carter Reed, a fourth-year MCG couple, share their excitement for MATCH DAY, the day they fi...

We have a jam-packed episode! First up, Frank Warren, the creator of PostSecret, joins us to discuss his speaking event on campus. PostSecret is a mail art project, where people mail their secrets anonymously on a homemade postcard. He even dishes some of his latest secrets. Then, our Homecoming King and Queen are here to relive the moment of being newly crowned from an amazing Homecoming week. An...

Staci Dean, president of the Mu Xi chapter of Delta Sigma Theta, joins us to discuss her chapter's history, notable alumni and more as well as we celebrate Black History Month. Learn more about them: https://bit.ly/2PfMzQo We also discuss others who have contributed to the history of Augusta University. This episode will give you all the feels and pride to be a Jag during Black History Month.

Chris Howell, head coach for AU's baseball team, joins us in the studio to get us excited for the upcoming baseball season starting soon and shares about his incredible career in baseball as a coach and player. Check the full schedule: https://bit.ly/31xVIGb Also, Stacey Eidson is here with another round of 'Storytime with Stacey' where she shares an amazing story for Black History Month that will...

Kiara and Raysean break down the latest JagWire headlines and events for Black History Month. Did you hear about one of our MCG students posting YouTube videos on COVID-19? Also, Marquietta Green and Randy LaMons, two graduate students from the College of Education join us to discuss their new peer group to support Black and brown students on campus. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/39yw34S Want to...

This week, LaTisha Joiner, adviser for the Jaguar Production Crew, joins us to discuss this year's Homecoming events. The week is going to start off with a bang and end with a concert. Also, Dale Hartenburg stops by for another round of "Pardon our Progress" to announce some new dining options coming to campus this year. Did someone say Pizza Hut? For more information on Homecoming, visit this web...

Dr. Neil MacKinnon, our new provost and executive vice president for academic affairs, joins us virtually. We discuss his background at the University of Cincinnati and what he looks forward to as a new Jag. Learn more about MacKinnon here: https://bit.ly/3whtHRC Also, Danielle Harris is back with another round of 'What's Up America?' We're chatting about the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine.

We're breaking down what's happening on campus with Kiara Heffner, our new intern. There's so much to get through in this QuickJag. Also, we spend some time getting to know Kiara and what she looks forward to this semester. From her career plans to what she likes on her pizza, we think you'll enjoy listening to this 'wild' conversation.

It's a new semester and we're not only welcoming back our returning students, but also making room for our new transfer students! We're dedicating an entire episode to discuss the transition of transfer students to campus life. Teresa Young Pinheiro, assistant director for transfer admissions, joins us from the Office of Academic Admissions to discuss her experiences of working with this populatio...