The National Society of Collegiate Scholars

Scholar Scoop

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Welcome to Scholar Scoop! This is where conversations inspire possibilities. Every episode, we speak with people who have changed my life to help you navigate yours. From college, career, to life. Glad you’re here.

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Thriving Beyond Doubt: Dwayne Wiggins on Why Mental Health Matters (Ep. 6) 03.06.2025 43:44

What does it take to start over, and truly thrive? On this episode of ScholarScoop, Steve Loflin sits down with Dwayne Wiggins, President Emeritus of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS) at Full Sail University and founder of "A Human. Being!" coaching. Dwayne shares his journey of returning to college in his early 30s, overcoming personal challenges, and discovering his pu...

Welcome to Scholar Scoop! 27.05.2025 1:56

Welcome to Scholar Scoop! Join our host Steve Loflin, founder of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars, as he connects students and recent grads with the mentors, leaders, and innovators who’ve shaped his journey. This isn’t just another success podcast—it’s your backstage pass to real stories, honest advice, and powerful connections to help you thrive in college, career, and life.

How One Loss Sparked a Mental Health Movement with Alison Malmon, Founder of Active Minds (Ep. 5) 20.05.2025 37:18

In this special episode of ScholarScoop for Mental Health Awareness Month, host Steve Loflin sits down with Alison Malmon, Founder and Executive Director of Active Minds. Alison shares her personal journey of turning tragedy into a transformative national movement after losing her brother Brian to suicide during his freshman year at the University of Pennsylvania. Steve and Alison discuss the evol...

The Exponential Thinker: How AI is Reshaping Education and Career Paths with Anne Balduzzi (Ep. 4) 06.05.2025 42:04

Wondering how AI might change your path through college, your career choices, or even your everyday life? In this episode of ScholarScoop, host Steve Loflin sits down with AI pioneer and entrepreneur Anne Balduzzi, who’s spent decades at the forefront of innovation with companies like AOL and Apple. Anne shares practical insights into how students can harness AI to gain an edge - whether applying...

How College Shaped My Life | ScholarScoop w/Steve Loflin & Karin Wiedemann (Ep. 1) 05.05.2025 31:20

Hosted by Steve Loflin, Founder & CEO of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS), ScholarScoop features conversations with professionals, alumni, and student leaders to help you navigate college and beyond. ScholarScoop Episode 1: How College Shaped My Life In this debut episode, Steve reconnects with longtime friend and Global Leadership Development Specialist Karin Wiedemann. Kari...

Designing a Fulfilling Career | ScholarScoop w/Steve Loflin & Marlo Lyons (Ep. 2) 05.05.2025 39:22

In this episode, Steve sits down with career coach and author Marlo Lyons to talk about how college students can take charge of their professional journey. They explore strategies for landing internships, aligning skills with the right industries, and finding purpose in your first job after graduation. Marlo is the author of Wanted → My First Career, a career guide designed to help students and re...

How Saying Yes Can Change Your Life | ScholarScoop w/Steve Loflin & William A. Keyes IV, PhD (Ep. 3) 05.05.2025 39:53

In this episode, How Saying Yes Can Change Your Life, William A. Keyes IV, PhD (known to many as Bill) shares some ScholarScoop with Steve Loflin, Founder and CEO of the National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS). Dr. Keyes is the founder of the Institute for Responsible Citizenship and author of The Stories They Hear: Expecting Greatness as the Key to Success. He reflects on the power of sayi...