Your Advisors Will See You Now

Can you believe we are on our fourth season! We were surprised to see that we have international listeners, so we wanted to dedicate a season to students coming to the US and to the study abroad experience. In this episode, we welcome Susannah Marcucci to the podcast. Susannah is the Director of the International Students and Scholars office at her institution, and she deals with the complexities...

It's no surprise that student loan debt and interest rates in America are high. It's honestly a frightening reality. In this relevant ramble, we did something a little different and reviewed an episode of the Netflix show "Money Explained: Student Loans." We highly recommend this Netflix episode for students going to college, their parents, non-traditional students and graduate students. It gives...

This episode is for those of us that may have missed the list of benefits at the new hire training. Or it's for anyone that wants to make sure they are aware of all of their benefits when they start a new job. There a lot of programs and companies that offer tuition assistance, and it can look different at various organizations. In a nutshell, tuition assistance can help you pay off student loans...

Room and board aren’t the only costs college students should be thinking about. Paying for books, meals, and hanging out with friends are also costs college students should account for. In this episode, we share tips for budgeting in college, whether you’re living on campus or commuting.   Our website:www. YourAdvisorsWillSeeYouNow.com   Follow us on Instagram: https://www.inst...

Think back...when you got your first credit card or took out a car loan or student loans, did you really understand the terms and conditions? Did you understand the consequences of credit and how to use it wisely? If you answered no, you are absolutely not alone. This lack of understanding was certainly a learning experience, but landed a lot of us in a lot of debt. We always hear that money isn't...

We'll set the scene. Student applies to the prestigious ivy league, University of Pennsylvania. Student has a compelling life story, which she uses to help others in similar situations. Let's just say she's a student activist in every sense. Student gets involved in something that UPenn is in hot water for. The story is wild. This relevant ramble is about Mackenzie Fierceton, her journey to UPenn...

Has the thought of how you'll pay for college kept you up at night? We've been there: paying for college can be daunting. But it doesn't have to consume you...if you take the proper steps to prepare and educate yourself. In episode one of our "Money, Money, Money" series, we're discussing various ways to pay for college. Think FAFSA, payment plans, savings plans, scholarships, the list goes on. We...

In the final episode of our "Alternatives to 4-Year College" series, we're talking about certifications and professional development opportunities. If you're looking to get into a specific career field, completing certifications can be a great foot in the door, especially for recent high school graduates. Maybe you're looking to change careers. Certifications can add on to the skillset that you al...

We left you with a cliffhanger, didn't we? Well we're back with Faith for part two! We hope you enjoy a lot of laughter, reminisce on your time with roommates or learn something for when you have your first, or second, college roommate. We'd love to hear your funny roommate stories or any advice you'd like to share. Send us an email or a DM on Instagram...maybe we'll read it on the podcast! ...

Living situations in college look different for everyone. Some students have roommates, some go their entire time in a single dorm. Some roommates turn out being life long friends, and some don't get along. That's the reality of college living. We are joined by a special guest, Faith Clayton, as we talk about our experience being roommates and living with others. Trust us, you are going to have a...

In this episode, we welcome our very first guest, Warren Weston, who discusses his time in the United States Army. Warren talks about what led him to enlist, his experiences and how he used his benefits towards his college education. If you’ve ever considered joining any branches of the military or just want to learn something new, you’ll love this episode. Thank you to all the men and women that...

In this special episode, we discuss what we actually do as Academic Advisors. We have many of the same responsibilities, but our day to day work looks a little different. We finally got to record with each other in the same room, so we hope you have as much fun listening as we had recording!www. YourAdvisorsWillSeeYouNow.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yawsynpodcast/ Follow u...

Taking exams can be daunting. With the right tips and proper preparation, you can be successful. Join us as we share our top tips for taking exams and tests. Our website: www. YourAdvisorsWillSeeYouNow.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yawsynpodcast/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/YawsynPodcast/ Send us an email: yawsynpodcast@gmail.com

How often do you hear students talk about taking a gap year? Not often enough. While a gap year is becoming a bit more mainstream, many students still don't know about this option. There's nothing wrong with taking a year off after high school or even after college. You've accomplished a lot up until those points! In this episode we discuss what a gap year is, the benefits and how to stay on track...

Wouldn't it be easy if we could go to class and simply listen to the lecture? Then when it's time take the test, get an A? No studying involved. Honestly, there's some people who are like that. But for the majority of us, we have to put in hours of studying to be successful in class. Studying can be stressful, but with the proper habits, it doesn't have to be. We came up with our top tips for effe...

Are you thinking "we already heard about two-year programs. What else is there to talk about?" You'll have to listen to find out! But there truly is a difference between community college and technical/vocational programs. As you heard in part one of our alternatives to traditional college series, most associate degrees from a community college require general education courses and there's more ro...

We hear it all the time, "college is expensive!" You don't often hear that college doesn't have to be expensive. In past episodes we've talked about community college, applying for financial aid, and we've mentioned scholarships. Today, we're talking more in-depth about scholarships. How to find them, institutional scholarships, community scholarships and national scholarships. There's so much mon...

Community college can be a great option for various reasons. Maybe you’re not ready to go straight to a four-year college. Maybe you just want to complete a two-year degree. Or maybe you’re looking to avoid the high cost that can come with a college degree. Join us as we discuss how a two-year degree could be the right move for you! Our website: www. YourAdvisorsWillSeeYouNow.com Follow us on Inst...

Let's face it, transitioning from high school to college can be daunting. It comes with new responsibilities, new friendships, adjusting to a new environment, new teachers. It's just plain new! With proper preparation and going in with the right mindset, transitioning to college doesn't have to be scary. In this relevant ramble, we share tips to help students make the transition from high school t...

We kicked off season 1 by exploring the path to traditional 4-year college. That traditional path may not be for everyone, so as we wrap up season 1, let’s take a look at popular alternatives to a 4-year college. Stay tuned for the next season as we take a more in-depth look into each alternative! Our website: www. YourAdvisorsWillSeeYouNow.com Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yaw...

COVID changed the entire landscape of higher education in so many ways. Colleges have experienced new trends in enrollment, staffing and finances. The way students, faculty and staff learn and interact has shifted. In this episode we’ll discuss those changes and what students and their families can expect in this new era of higher education. Our website: https://campsite.bio/yawsynpodcast Follow u...

Sometimes the college application process can seem overwhelming especially, if you and your family are navigating this process for the first time. In this episode, we dive into the various components that make up the college application, and we also discuss financial aid such as Pell grants, scholarships, and student loans.  Our website: https://campsite.bio/yawsynpodcast  Follow us on I...

Welcome to our first "Relevant Ramble!" What's a "Relevant Ramble" you might ask? These are shorter episodes where we'll share tips, current news in higher education, dive deeper into something we've already discussed, or share something quirky. Since our last episode was about the college admissions process, we thought it would be a great idea to share tips for those diving into the college essay...

There are many factors to consider when you’re putting your list of colleges together. In this episode, we’ll discuss key factors and tools to assist you during your decision making process. College Board's Big Future college search engine: https://collegesearch.collegeboard.org/home Our website: https://campsite.bio/yawsynpodcast  Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yawsynpodca...

Is your teenager thinking of going to college, but is unsure of what to major in? Or maybe you’re an adult considering a career change, but you don’t know where to start. In this episode, we discuss narrowing down career fields to determine your major and guiding you towards your ideal occupation.