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Your first week of college probably won’t go exactly as planned...and that’s okay! 🎒 In this episode of Countdown2College, Gage sits down with Jasmine Brown, College Planning Specialist at EducationQuest Foundation, to talk about adjusting to a new routine, meeting people, getting to know your professors, and finding campus resources before you need them. More college help 👉 https://EducationQuest.org
The first week of college can feel like you’re trying to drink from a fire hose. 😅 The good news? A little preparation now can save you a lot of stress later. In this episode of Countdown2College, Gage is joined by Abby Roskos, Program Coordinator at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, to talk about everything from managing your schedule and understanding your syllabus to building routines, finding your study style, and knowing when to ask for help.
You can pick your classes. You can pick your major. Your roommate? Sometimes that’s a little more complicated. 😅 In this episode of Countdown2College, Gage sits down with Brian Stutz, Director of Residential Life and Education at Doane University, to talk about what actually makes a good roommate relationship. If sharing a room has you a little nervous, try some of these tips!
What if everything you’ve heard about Greek life is only half the story? 🤔 In this episode of Countdown2College Gage sits down with Kayla Enfield, Communications Specialist at EducationQuest, to talk about her experience in a sorority. From finding lifelong friends and balancing academics to leadership opportunities and recruitment, you’ll get an honest look at what Greek life is actually like.
College isn’t always what you see in the movies. 🍿👀 From choosing a major to making friends to figuring out what professors are really like, there are plenty of myths that don’t match reality. In this episode of Countdown2College, Gage is joined by Dr. Sophia McDermott, Dean of Student Engagement at Hastings College, to separate fact from fiction and help you start college with confidence.
College is more than classes... it’s your first real taste of independence! From managing your time and money to speaking up for yourself and asking for help, there’s a lot to figure out. In this episode of Countdown2College, Gage sits down with Andrew Hunzeker, Outreach Services Manager at EducationQuest, to share tips for navigating the transition to college and adulthood with confidence.
Parents and students don’t always see the college process the same way, and that’s not necessarily a bad thing! In this episode of Countdown2College, Gage sits down with Kyleigh Seim, a senior at the UNL, and her mom, Stacy Seim, director of college planning outreach at EducationQuest, to compare their perspectives on choosing a college. You’ll hear where they agreed, where they didn’t, and what every family should talk about before decision day.
Summer doesn't have to be all about hustle! 😮💨☀️ In this episode of Countdown2College, Gage is joined by Lizzy Waite, a college planning specialist at EducationQuest, to talk about the importance of finding balance between staying productive and actually enjoying your break. More college tips 👉 https://EducationQuest.org
You’ve graduated! Now what? 🎓☀️ In this episode of Countdown2College, Gage talks with Rachel Freeman from EducationQuest Foundation about how to avoid “summer melt” and stay on track for college. Learn how to keep up with important deadlines, financial aid requirements, orientation, housing, and more, while still making time to enjoy your summer before college begins. Get FREE college help 👉 https://EducationQuest.org
Volunteering is WAY more than just checking a box. 👀✅ In this episode of Countdown2College, Gage sits down with Cathleen Plager, executive director of ServeNebraska, to break down how giving back to your community can pay off in the long run. Track your activities, volunteer work, and more 👉 https://eqf.org/ActResume
