Admitn' it

In this week's episode D and Netty talk a little bit about the holidays, application deadlines being extended, admission decisions, and more. D provides some wise nuggets reflecting on her year, and per usual Netty drops some hints about her upcoming mixtape. D and Netty will also make a big announcement about the show's production. Tune in now!

Gobble Gobble! It’s not quite Thanksgiving yet, but Netty and D are excited to share their plans to celebrate virtual holidays and practice self-care while getting away. Take some time to think about what the holiday may look like for you this year and possibly even where you want to getaway! P.s. students don’t forget to submit your college applications preferably before you go back for seconds this Thanksgiving. Audio Engineer: BigTimboe

With COVID- 19 being so fluid, we recognize that getting prepared for college looks much different than it did before, and as a parent helping your student navigate this process is a little more difficult, and not at all what you signed up for. Admitn’ It is here to help, but first, let us help you! Dear parents, just because we love you doesn’t mean we won't come for you! On this week’s episode of Admitn’ It, we talk about the difference between a helicopter parent and a lawnmower parent, and discuss ways you can be a supportive parent without compromising your child's independence! Tune in now on this week’s episode of Admitn’ It! Don't forget to follow us on IG @admitnit & FB @Admitn' It! You can also send us fan mail to admitnit@gmail.com! Audio Engineer: BigTimboe

Two words. Zoom Fatigue. You may not be there yet, but allow us to give you some helpful tips on how to combat it. In this episode we discuss different ways to be engaged in your virtual classroom as well as feel more energized after the day is over. We're all in this together! So let us help you out!

Are you ready to apply to your dream school? Don’t let COVID get you down. Senior year still counts or maybe this is your year to transfer out. Netty & I have a little war with the zoom controls in this episode, but once it’s all sorted out we talk Fall 2021 admission and personal insight questions. Get started on your college applications early so it’s one less thing to stress about. Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram: @admitnit , like us on facebook: Admitn’ It, and you can send any questions, suggestions, or fanmail to: admitnit@gmail.com!

Welcome back to VIRTUAL school. While this is not the school year we all wanted or even imagined, its the one we got and we have to make the best of it! In this episode we talked about preparing yourself for virtual classes, turning your camera on in zoom presenting, Fall 2021 app season and we debated whether or not D would get a bayang! Tune in now! Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram: @admitnit , like us on facebook: Admitn’ It, and you can send any questions, suggestions, or fanmail to: admitnit@gmail.com!

Sometimes life takes unforeseen turns, opens up doors you never knew existed, out of opportunities you didn’t even know you wanted. In this episode, you get to hear from Netty’s college Volleyball coach, what it was like for her being a student-athlete, how she became a coach, and what she does to help prepare her student-athletes for life post sports. Tune in now! Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram: @admitnit , like us on Facebook: Admitn’ It, and you can send any questions, suggestions, or fan mail to admitnit@gmail.com!

The founder of the Black College Expo didn’t know that HBCU’s existed when she was applying to college, and out of this lack of knowledge she created an entire expo full of resources and career opportunities highlighting black institutions of higher education so that students are exposed to all of their options when applying to college. In this episode find out a little more about Dr. Price's career, life work, passion and how her purpose is connected to HBCUs. Tune in now! Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram: @admitnit , like us on facebook: Admitn’ It, and you can send any questions, suggestions, or fanmail to: admitnit@gmail.com! Audio Engineer: Levi Williams

On this week's episode we talk about everything from credit scores, mixtapes, musicals, and getting accepted to an HBCU with The Director of Admissions from an HBCU. You’ll find out why affirmative action is important, what it really looks like when applying it to admissions and if Dominique would rather lose all his pictures or money. Tune in now to this week’s episode of Admitn it! ACA 5 - The California Constitution, pursuant to provisions enacted by the initiative Proposition 209 in 1996, prohibits the state from discriminating against, or granting preferential treatment to, any individual or group on the basis of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin in the operation of public employment, public education, or public contracting. The California Constitution defines the state for these purposes to include the state, any city, county, public university system, community college district, school district, special district, or any other political subdivision or governmental instrumentality of, or within, the state. This measure would repeal these provisions. The measure would also make a statement of legislative findings in this regard. Audio Engineer: Levi Williams

While this week we were scheduled to talk about life post sports with Meika Wagner, we not only wanted to but we needed to talk about our experiences as black women navigating white spaces. We remember the times we were first called a nigger and Meika talks about her experiences of being black and abroad, and allows us to see a different perspective of being a black woman when you’re not in America. While this conversation was not planned it was very necessary, and we were so honored to be able to unpack our experiences and heal together. Tune in now!

Homecoming isn’t a game, it's a family reunion. -Cheriss May. On this week's episode Netty and D get the opportunity to interview a photographer/ photo journalist/ Howard alumni and dope human Cheriss May. They gain more insight on what photos mean to her, what it’s like being a photographer, and you'll even get to hear some funny stories about Netty at Howards Homecoming. You won’t want to miss this episode. Tune in Now! Audio Engineer: Levi Williams

Most people never think about the diversity that comes from attending HBCU’s being surrounded by people with various cultural, economic, and political backgrounds. The rich history of the campus creates a unique and one of a kind cultural experience that you can’t get anywhere else. On this week’s episode learn more about your historically black purpose in an interview with Ameer Hassan Walton and how an HBCU can be the right fit for you. Join the conversation by tuning in now! Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram: @admitnit , like us on facebook: Admitn’ It, and you can send any questions, suggestions, or fanmail to: admitnit@gmail.com! Audio engineered by Levi Williams

We are interrupting our scheduled HBCU series to bring to you an episode a little off topic of college admissions but on topic of the current political climate in the United States of police brutality and Black Lives Matter. On this episode we get the chance to have an open dialogue with a Miami lawyer about our emotions as they are directly related to the current political unrest, policies that protect the police, and how to fight those policies. Tune in now and don’t forget to follow us on Instagram: @admitnit , like us on facebook: Admitn’ It, and you can send any questions, suggestions, or fanmail to: admitnit@gmail.com! Term of the day: Micro Aggression: have been defined as brief and common daily verbal, behavioral, and environmental communications, whether intentional or unintentional, that transmit hostile, derogatory, or negative messages to a target person because they belong to a stigmatized group.

A lot of businesses get started in college dorm rooms/ bedroom’s. Having access to a group of your peers with different majors and interests is the perfect way to build a startup. Great companies like Facebook and the HBCU Hub App got started all within a college dorm room. On this episode learn more about how HBCU Hub App got started, and what they are doing to change the lives of college bound students worldwide! Tune in now and don’t forget to follow us on Instagram: @admitnit , like us on facebook: Admitn’ It, and you can send any questions, suggestions, or fanmail to: admitnit@gmail.com!

Thinking about a life beyond the sport you play for many can be difficult. Lots of people play sports with the goal of going to the league, but even if they make it professionally, there is still an entire life one must consider beyond that point. In this episode Netty and D sit down with the incredible Roddy Layton, and hear all about how his life and experience playing football for USC, and how he now is living a life of passion beyond the football field. If you have any questions for us or feedback, please feel free to send them to our email at: admitnit@gmail.com.

Alexa play “Congratulations” by Post Malone and Quavo! We’re beyond proud and excited for our rising seniors and transfer students who have committed to their future campuses aka your new virtual home. Class of 2020, you will be (you already are) a group to remember. You’ll tell your kids the stories of how you survived a pandemic and how your resilience to achieve your goals and make your tribe proud allowed you to prevail to the next phase of your academic journey. There is beauty in the struggle. We know COVID-19 may be getting the best of some of you right now so we talk about what some next steps such as orientation may look like and how important it is for you to stay connected (as much as you possibly can) to your new campus. Join the conversation by tuning in now! Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram: @admitnit , like us on facebook: Admitn’ It, and you can send any questions, suggestions, or fanmail to: admitnit@gmail.com!

Living on campus is such a wonderful experience! You learn so much about how to live and work with others, and you also gain a ton of self awareness. While living with others isn't always sunshine and rainbows, it can teach you conflict resolution skills, how to be considerate of others in compact spaces, and you’ll even meet some lifetime friends who will want to binge watch a new docuseries on Netflix! In this Episode Netty, D, and a few of their college friends share their memories and experiences living in campus housing, and Netty does a deep dive into Tiger King. Tune in now! Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram: @admitnit , like us on facebook: Admitn’ It, and you can send any questions, suggestions, or fanmail to: admitnit@gmail.com! Audio edited by: Levi Williams

Don’t let COVID keep you down, out, and uninformed. On this week's episode we give you some helpful tips on what to do and how to stay in the information loop during these unforeseen times. Going to college is already stressful enough, and adding a pandemic to the list was not what any of us hoped or planned for. We are here to help guide the way and keep you informed. Tune in now! Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram: @admitnit , like us on facebook: Admitn’ It, and you can send any questions, suggestions, or fanmail to: admitnit@gmail.com! Admissions Term of the Day: Social Distancing- Social distancing, or physical distancing, is a set of non-pharmaceutical interventions or measures taken to prevent the spread of a contagious disease by maintaining a physical distance between people and reducing the number of times people come into close contact with each other.

On this episode you will gain a deeper understanding of what the ECD- Enrollment Confirmation Deadline is,what to do with it, and a first look into Netty’s singing career. Confirming your enrollment is a big step, but also a very exciting moment. Netty and D want you to cherish this moment but also be prepared for how to pay your ECD, when to pay it, and what happens after you pay it. Tune in now! We are streaming on Apple Podcast, Google Play Music, Spotify, and SoundCloud!

Ever wondered what it was like to be a costume designer, and how to keep a steady job in the industry? On today’s Episode Netty and D interview Shawn aka Beezy and they get to pick her brain about what it’s like to be a costume designer and stylist. She talks about how she got into the industry, and how she has kept her job working with A- list celebrities, through, love, compassion, and most importantly, ACCOUNTABILITY. Tune in to hear this incredible interview. Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram: @admitnit , like us on facebook: Admitn’ It, and you can send any questions, suggestions, or fanmail to: admitnit@gmail.com!

You got denied, from your dream school, and the sky literally feels like it’s falling, what do you do now?! You move forward. We understand that getting denied can be disappointing and upsetting not only to you, but to your supporters as well, and you can be feeling a range of different emotions. This episode addresses those emotions you may be feeling, and gives you steps on how to move forward. As Netty says “You are always exactly where you’re supposed.” So embrace it and adjust your plans, and know that you can still achieve your greatness, even if you didn’t get into your dream school. Tune in now! Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram: @admitnit , like us on facebook: Admitn’ It, and you can send any questions, suggestions, or fanmail to: admitnit@gmail.com!

From the court to computers he did it all. This week on Admitn’ it you get to hear a very unique perspective on Life Post Sports with Uncle D and breaking into the tech industry. He was born in Inglewood, played ball with some of the greats like Byron Scott, and had a very successful career in the Tech industry before it became a “booming industry.” Uncle D gets real with us, shares his story of almost flunking out of college, turning it around, transferring colleges right before he graduated and eventually going off to earn his Masters Degree. His journey is inspiring, and captivating. Tune in now to get some incredible life tips, and wisdom from Uncle D! Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram: @admitnit , like us on facebook: Admitn’ It, and you can send any questions, suggestions, or fanmail to: admitnit@gmail.com!

Money, Money. MONEY! How do you get it and where do you get it? FASFA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) can be overwhelming and confusing. There are so many questions you’ll need to answer on the application, so much personal information to fill out, and sometimes you don’t even know where to start. Lucky for you we’ve got your back! You can start here. In this episode of Admitn’ It we Interview Yvonne, a Financial Aid Counselor who has been in the field for 35 years. She gives us a wealth of information, based on her experience of being in the field for so long. She talks about borrowing wisely, breaks some common financial aid myths, and answers some questions you didn't even know you needed to ask. Tune in for this very informative interview. Admission terms of the day: Subsidized Loan: do not accrue interest while you are in school at least half-time or during deferment periods. Unsubsidized Loan: An unsubsidized student loan is one in which the interest starts accruing the moment you or your school receive the loan funds. Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram: @admitnit , like us on facebook: Admitn’ It, and you can send any questions, suggestions, or fanmail to: admitnit@gmail.com! Audio Engineer: Levi Williams.

It’s that time of year! If you applied for fall admissions, then you either should have or will start receiving your admissions decision letters soon. This is an exciting time of year for students and their supporters, but it can also be a time full of anxiety. You’re expected to make a life changing decision, and you’re not sure how to do that, or what questions you should be asking. Well, that is what Netty and D are here for! They want to help make this process as easy as possible for you. In this episode, Netty and D will give you some helpful tips, to do items, key factors to consider when choosing a school, and some important next steps you should be on the lookout for to ensure your success in choosing an institution that is the right fit for you! Be sure to follow us on Instagram: @admitnit, like us on facebook: Admitn’ It, and you can send any questions, suggestions, or fanmail to: admitnit@gmail.com!

You've been playing sports for your entire life and now your done! What do you do next? On this episode we interviewed our very first guest Paul Rodriguez and he tells us his life as a collegiate athlete; and what he’s doing now. You’ll get to hear the good, the bad, and the ugly of being an athlete and what happens in Life Post Sports. So tune in to this incredible interview, we hope his story inspires you the same way it did to us. You can follow Paul Rodriguez on instagram at: @paulrodriguezjr92 or LinkedIn: Paul Rodriguez. Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram: @admitnit , like us on facebook: Admitn’ It, and you can send any questions, suggestions, or fanmail to: admitnit@gmail.com!

Happy New Year! Make 2020, don’t let 2020 make you! We want to hold you accountable for setting goals and accomplishing them. We encourage you to put pen to paper and write it out. Also, get insight to Netty and D’s playful banter and see firsthand why Netty feels attacked. D can be a little aggressive with her approach, but she means well. Are you ready to tackle 2020? If so, stream now to get started! Admission term of the day is S.M.A.R.T goal. SMART is an acronym that stands for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Timely. Therefore, a SMART goal incorporates all of these criteria to help focus your efforts and increase the chances of achieving that goal. Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram: @admitnit , like us on facebook: Admitn’ It, and you can send any questions, suggestions, or fanmail to: admitnit@gmail.com!

Going to a college fair is fun, but it can also be intimidating, and lets be real here, we could all use a little extra help with being prepared. We made a list to help you have a more positive experience. On this episode of Admitn’ It, we will give you some DO’s and DON'TS of attending a college fair. Learn how to approach a rep, what types of questions to ask, and what pens are appropriate to take! Admission term of the day: Eligibility Index: Eligibility Index is a formula that helps us determine whether or not students are admissible. Two different formulas ACT GPA X 200 + (10 X ACT) and SAT GPA X 800 + SAT. Don’t forget to follow us on Instagram: @admitnit , like us on facebook: Admitn’ It, and you can send any questions, suggestions, or fanmail to: admitnit@gmail.com!

Its our first episode! Admitn' It is your one stop shop for college and career readiness. We are here to guide you to your bright and successful future. This is our very first episode so you'll get a chance to learn a little bit about us(Netty and D). Who we are, what we do, where we went to school, and why we started this Podcast! We hope you enjoy our show!