CampusHQ

In this episode, we share our personal journeys to the colleges we are at today. We discuss how we picked them, what we have learned from the process, and the advice we have gained from it. We provide you with a list of DOs and DON'Ts when choosing your college and some signs a college is meant for you. Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Website: https://www.campushq.org/

Jerry Davis graduated from UVA with a degree in Economics. He works as a Lead Technical Solution Analyst at Cerner Corporation in Malvern, PA. Prior to his work at Cerner, Jerry worked for Siemens Healthcare, as a Programmer and Analyst. He loves serving the healthcare IT community through his work, and his particular area of expertise is with clients' pharmacy and medication-dispensing systems. ***8 Voices S2 is a series where we help you create the life you want by sharing unique stories of industry leaders & professionals who are fulfilling their most daunting dreams. We are welcoming guest speakers from a wide variety of professional backgrounds to show how you can use college as an opportunity to elevate your personal goals and ultimately achieve success.*** Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Website: https://www.campushq.org/

Elizabeth Tikoyan is a social entrepreneur in the disability and chronic illness space. Inspired by her own personal health battle, she created the Riley App, a health tech platform that connects patients with the same health conditions to each other. It is her life mission to change the stigma around disability and to change the way society treats people with health conditions. ***8 Voices S2 is a series where we help you create the life you want by sharing unique stories of industry leaders & professionals who are fulfilling their most daunting dreams. We are welcoming guest speakers from a wide variety of professional backgrounds to show how you can use college as an opportunity to elevate your personal goals and ultimately achieve success.*** Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Website: https://www.campushq.org/

John Towers worked in Institutional Sales at Sanford C. Bernstein & Co., LLC for 17 years before joining MoffettNathanson as partner. Earlier in his career, he worked in magazine publishing for Harris Publications. John is a CFA charterholder who earned his BA from Denison University and MBA from Fordham University. ***8 Voices S2 is a series where we help you create the life you want by sharing unique stories of industry leaders & professionals who are fulfilling their most daunting dreams. We are welcoming guest speakers from a wide variety of professional backgrounds to show how you can use college as an opportunity to elevate your personal goals and ultimately achieve success.*** Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Website: https://www.campushq.org/

Sasan Ahmadiyar grew up in Iran and moved to the US in his 20s where he attended community college and went to Marquette Dental School. His resilience and perseverance allowed him to succeed as he worked and learned English during all of his years at community college and dental school. Since moving to VA, he has founded 6 of his own dentistries, VA Smiles. ***8 Voices S2 is a series where we help you create the life you want by sharing unique stories of industry leaders & professionals who are fulfilling their most daunting dreams. We are welcoming guest speakers from a wide variety of professional backgrounds to show how you can use college as an opportunity to elevate your personal goals and ultimately achieve success.*** Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Website: https://www.campushq.org/

Mandy Blandford graduated from the University of Kentucky with a BS in Accounting and received her MBA from the University of Louisville. After working as an auditor in public accounting for Ernst & Young for two years, she worked as an internal auditor for Baptist Health Systems. Then, she chose to pursue a career as a professor. She returned to the University of Louisville and for 20 years has taught accounting courses while also raising a family. She is adored by her students, seen through her nomination for Faculty Mentor 6 years in a row, likely due to her contagious spirit and desire to spread a love for accounting. ***8 Voices S2 is a series where we help you create the life you want by sharing unique stories of industry leaders & professionals who are fulfilling their most daunting dreams. We are welcoming guest speakers from a wide variety of professional backgrounds to show how you can use college as an opportunity to elevate your personal goals and ultimately achieve success.*** Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Website: https://www.campushq.org/

Grace Miller is a television producer for BlackFin Media. She has worked to produce The Murder Tapes, Evil Lives Here, Shattered, and Grave Secrets. She is currently working on a three-part documentary series about the YouTuber Onision. This series will launch the BlackFin media streaming service. ***8 Voices S2 is a series where we help you create the life you want by sharing unique stories of industry leaders & professionals who are fulfilling their most daunting dreams. We are welcoming guest speakers from a wide variety of professional backgrounds to show how you can use college as an opportunity to elevate your personal goals and ultimately achieve success.*** Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Website: https://www.campushq.org/

Dean Murphy is an award-winning journalist at The New York Times, where he is currently an associate managing editor for investigations. His career, which has spanned three decades and three continents, includes assignments as a war correspondent in Europe and Africa, as a political reporter in California and New York, as an editor overseeing business news, national news and investigations, and as the author of a book about the terror attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. He was named to the masthead, the newsroom's top leadership team, in 2017. In his current role, Murphy co-manages investigative journalists who take on particularly hard-to-crack subjects, ranging from government corruption to corporate malfeasance. A recent focus has been the rollback of environmental protections under President Trump. ***8 Voices S2 is a series where we help you create the life you want by sharing unique stories of industry leaders & professionals who are fulfilling their most daunting dreams. We are welcoming guest speakers from a wide variety of professional backgrounds to show how you can use college as an opportunity to elevate your personal goals and ultimately achieve success.*** Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Website: https://www.campushq.org/

Mylène Freeman is a former Canadian member of Parliament for the New Democratic Party, now pursuing her doctoral studies at The University of Virginia. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from McGill University, where she studied political theory. She was co-president of her university's New Democratic Party student group and co-ordinator of the university's Women in House program, which has young women shadow female MPs in hopes of fostering their interest in getting involved in politics. Her main areas of study are contemporary thought, feminist theory, democratic theory, continental philosophy, notions of self, political agency, deliberation, and identity. She is interested in finding applications to policy formation and gaining insight from observing and studying the political process. ***8 Voices S2 is a series where we help you create the life you want by sharing unique stories of industry leaders & professionals who are fulfilling their most daunting dreams. We are welcoming guest speakers from a wide variety of professional backgrounds to show how you can use college as an opportunity to elevate your personal goals and ultimately achieve success.*** Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Website: https://www.campushq.org/

In Part 2 of this series, we discuss how to support a friend or loved one who has been sexually assaulted, how to find support and report your sexual assault, and how to heal from trauma. Part 1 discussed how to educate yourself and your friends about sexual assault and how to stay safe. Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Website: https://www.campushq.org/ ***HOTLINE INFORMATION: National Domestic Violence Hotline 1 (800) 799-7233; Love is Respect 1 (866) 331-9474; RAINN 1 (800) 656-4673; DOD Safe Helpline 1 (877) 995-5247; National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1 (800) 273-8255; The Trevor Project 1 (866) 488-7386; SAMHSA's National Helpline 1 (800) 662-4357***

In Part 1 of this series, we discuss how to educate yourself and your friends about sexual assault and how to stay safe. Part 2 will discuss how to support a friend or loved one who has been sexually assaulted, how to find support and report your sexual assault, and how to heal from trauma. Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Website: https://www.campushq.org/ ***HOTLINE INFORMATION: National Domestic Violence Hotline 1 (800) 799-7233; Love is Respect 1 (866) 331-9474; RAINN 1 (800) 656-4673; DOD Safe Helpline 1 (877) 995-5247; National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1 (800) 273-8255; The Trevor Project 1 (866) 488-7386; SAMHSA's National Helpline 1 (800) 662-4357***

In this episode, we share everything you need to know about sorority and fraternity recruitment. We break down our personal experiences and provide you with insider tips you need during rush. Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Website: https://www.campushq.org/

In this episode, we share the most embarrassing moments from our college experiences. We discuss stories about frat parties, first dates, lectures, and so much more. Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Website: https://www.campushq.org/

In this episode, we share our new year's resolutions as college students for 2021. We also discuss a few gentle reminders that will keep you productive and inspired as we approach the new semester. Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Website: https://www.campushq.org/

In our last episode of 2020, we provide you with an honest dialogue about our college experience this past year. We reflect and share the insights we have gained from our growth through these challenging times. Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Website: https://www.campushq.org/

In this episode, find out how to land your dream internship (even as a college freshman or sophomore). We share our best strategies for a successful search. Learn how to stand out during the application process including resumes and interviews. Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Website: https://www.campushq.org/

Questions, Answered: How can students save money in college? What brands offer the best student discounts? How can I gain leadership positions and awards? How do I stay in contact with my favorite professors after taking their class? What are some tips on getting participation points during lectures? How can I stay productive and connected with college friends during winter break? What advice would you give to freshmen moving onto campus in the spring? AND SO MUCH MORE ***Questions, Answered is a series where we help you navigate your semester through a pandemic by featuring college freshmen asking us their real questions to address the issues students are currently facing.*** Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Website: https://www.campushq.org/

In this semester wrap-up episode, we reflect on our best and worst memories. We discuss our self-growth and lessons learned around themes of love, relationships, and wellness. Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Website: https://www.campushq.org/

In this episode, we walk you through how we plan to reset over winter break for a new semester. We know this semester has been incredibly stressful for everyone, so we discuss our favorite activities that help us relax, re-energize, and stay connected to our friends through the holidays. Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Website: https://www.campushq.org/

In this episode, we help you finish your semester strong with our best tips on overcoming the mid-semester slump. By discussing how to set goals, take efficient breaks, and maintain balanced physically/mentally, we provide you with the tools you need to stay motivated through finals week. Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Website: https://www.campushq.org/ UVAToday Article: https://at.virginia.edu/3pjvdzc

Questions, Answered: What should I do if I get rejected from a club? What are some little things you do to keep yourself motivated? What is your favorite place to study and why? How do you balance your time during Midterms and Finals? What do I talk to my professor about during office hours? How do I ask them for an assignment extension and/or a letter of recommendation? AND SO MUCH MORE ***Questions, Answered is a series where we help you navigate your semester through a pandemic by featuring college freshmen asking us their real questions to address the issues students are currently facing.*** Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Website: https://www.campushq.org/

In this episode, we discuss the toxicity of hustle culture and why it is so harmful to our generation. We reflect on why college students romanticize busyness, how COVID-19 has heightened its presence, and the dangers of its long-term effects. We provide you with our best advice on how you can overcome these challenges. Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Website: https://www.campushq.org/

In this episode, we walk you through all the steps you should take before you sign a lease in college. We also equip you with an apartment hunting checklist and our personal experiences to ease your stress during this process. Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Website: https://www.campushq.org/

In this episode, we help you learn the techniques and skills you need to network in college. By providing you with a step by step guide and what we have learned through our personal experiences, we share how you can develop this important skill for your professional development. Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Website: https://www.campushq.org/

Questions, Answered: What relationships are worth building in college? Is dating time-consuming? How can someone with anxiety or depression better navigate the first few months of college? What are some coping strategies? What is your best piece of advice that you would give to first-years, in one word? How involved should a student get as a first-year? What is too much or too little? What should a student do if they need more individualized attention in a large lecture? AND SO MUCH MORE ***Questions, Answered is a series where we help you navigate your semester through a pandemic by featuring college freshmen asking us their real questions to address the issues students are currently facing.*** Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Website: https://www.campushq.org/

In this episode, we reflect back on our previous college experiences to discuss how to create good memories while overcoming the negative. We share a list of our tips on how we acknowledge our feelings, shift our mindset, and release control over situations. Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Website: https://www.campushq.org/ Sol at West Village: https://solatwestvillage.com/

Exam season is approaching quickly, but we help you stay prepared by sharing what we've learned from our previous Midterm experiences. We give our best tips on how to plan and study for them while also discussing the mistakes we wish we avoided during our first college exams. Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Website: https://www.campushq.org/ Sol at West Village: https://solatwestvillage.com/

In this episode, we provide you with our 5 best tips that will encourage you to practice wellness everyday in college. We also address common themes including loneliness, comparison, self worth, stress, and anxiety. Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Website: https://www.campushq.org/ Sol at West Village: https://solatwestvillage.com/

In this episode, we give you all the study tips you need to get straight A's in college. College classes are different from high school, so stay tuned for our advice to find out how you can have a strong GPA by the time you graduate. Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Website: https://www.campushq.org/ Sol at West Village: https://solatwestvillage.com/

In this episode, we help you plan for success by setting goals in college. We provide you with the steps of goal setting and some examples of our academic, career, and personal goals to help you reflect on your life as you listen to our insights. Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Website: https://campushq.org/ Sol at West Village: https://solatwestvillage.com/

In this episode, we give you all the productivity and time management tips you'll need to succeed during your first semester of college! We talk about how to navigate online classes, how to stay productive, how to manage your time efficiently, and how to take notes that will help you ace your tests! Along with these tips, we'll also be sharing our best resources and app recommendations that help us organize our life. Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Sol at West Village: https://solatwestvillage.com/

In this episode, we cover everything you need to know about navigating your first week in college. We discuss settling in after move-in day, making new friends, and handling online classes. Be sure to listen to the entire episode because we also answer questions from our DMs about starting college at the end. Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Sol at West Village: https://solatwestvillage.com/

In today's episode, we will be giving you some tips for move-in day and what it is going to look like. We're sharing a list of items to consider before, during, and after your move so that you can start your college journey smoothly. Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Sol at West Village: https://solatwestvillage.com/

In this episode, we'll be providing you with a list of what you should and should not bring to college. We also cover dorm room essentials, personal items, and moving tips. Follow us on IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Sol at West Village: https://solatwestvillage.com/

Helena is a second year student at the College of William and Mary pursuing a major in linguistics. Since studying abroad in high school, she has dedicated her time towards widening her world view, immersing herself into diverse cultures, languages, and histories. In this episode, we talk about why you should cultivate multiple passions and use them towards determining your major. By learning from her unique experiences, you'll also find out how you can effectively incorporate all of your passions into your college experience. ***8 Voices is a series where we help you create the life you want by sharing unique stories of passionate students who are pursuing their own dreams. We are welcoming guest speakers from a wide variety of colleges, majors, and backgrounds to show how you can use college as an opportunity to elevate your personal goals and ultimately achieve success.*** FOLLOW OUR IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/

Da Kim is a second year nursing student at the University of Virginia on the Questbridge Scholarship. As an Asian American, she has had to deal with a lot of pressure from society to become an engineer, doctor, or lawyer, but she found the courage to pursue her own dreams instead of everyone else's. In this episode, we discuss how Da came to terms with her identity by being involved in cultural organizations. Her inspirational journey and future ambitions will show you how you can also pursue your own passions. ***8 Voices is a series where we help you create the life you want by sharing unique stories of passionate students who are pursuing their own dreams. We are welcoming guest speakers from a wide variety of colleges, majors, and backgrounds to show how you can use college as an opportunity to elevate your personal goals and ultimately achieve success.*** FOLLOW OUR IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Sol at West Village: https://solatwestvillage.com/

Jenita Theodore is a second year student at the Georgia Institute of Technology pursuing a Computer Engineering masters degree. While being a female in STEM puts her at a disadvantage, she used that as motivation to amplify her voice and strive towards becoming one of the best software engineers. In this episode, you'll learn how to find your true passion and genuinely start to enjoy learning. You will also learn so much about how to deal with competition, stress, and imposter syndrome at college. ***8 Voices is a series where we help you create the life you want by sharing unique stories of passionate students who are pursuing their own dreams. We are welcoming guest speakers from a wide variety of colleges, majors, and backgrounds to show how you can use college as an opportunity to elevate your personal goals and ultimately achieve success.*** FOLLOW OUR IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/

Dylin Taylor is a second year student at NYU's Tisch School of the Arts majoring in collaborative arts. While overcoming the lack of resources for art students in high school, she has been able to pave her path towards success by taking the initiative to create her own possibilities. As one of the most authentic people we know, she talks about what it's like to develop genuine relationships with incredibly talented people at her school. In this episode, you'll learn so much about networking, about the link between passion and your career, and what it takes to overcome comparison and criticism in college. You'll also discover how she gathers inspiration wherever she goes to fuel her incredible masterpieces! ***8 Voices is a series where we help you create the life you want by sharing unique stories of passionate students who are pursuing their own dreams. We are welcoming guest speakers from a wide variety of colleges, majors, and backgrounds to show how you can use college as an opportunity to elevate your personal goals and ultimately achieve success.*** FOLLOW OUR IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Sol at West Village: http://solatwestvillage.com/

Logan Mercer is a second year Political Philosophy, Politics & Law student at the University of Virginia on the Pre-Law track. He brings such a positive mindset to this podcast, as he is self-motivated and passionate about gaining knowledge to make the world a better place for the next generation. In this episode, we discuss mental health and stress, and how important it is to prioritize your well-being. You'll also be encouraged to view life in a different perspective in order to achieve great things in college. ***8 Voices is a series where we help you create the life you want by sharing unique stories of passionate students who are pursuing their own dreams. We are welcoming guest speakers from a wide variety of colleges, majors, and backgrounds to show how you can use college as an opportunity to elevate your personal goals and ultimately achieve success.*** FOLLOW OUR IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/

Amanda Roberts is a second year student at the University of Virginia studying global public health and biology. She has been able to pursue a career that she is truly passionate about by pursuing a more unconventional path as a biology major. In this episode, you'll learn how you can become the best version of yourself in a college environment. If you're worried about finding “your people” at college, be sure to stick around for the entire interview because Amanda shares how you can create impact on campus by building a support system of genuine people that amplify your voice. ***8 Voices is a series where we help you create the life you want by sharing unique stories of passionate students who are pursuing their own dreams. We are welcoming guest speakers from a wide variety of colleges, majors, and backgrounds to show how you can use college as an opportunity to elevate your personal goals and ultimately achieve success.*** Follow our IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Sol at West Village: http://solatwestvillage.com/

Mariam Syed is a fourth year Medical Anthropology student on the pre-med track at the University of Virginia. Since she is much older than us, she brings such a unique and wise perspective. In this episode, you will learn how she never lets hardships or her fear of failure get in the way of her passion of becoming a doctor. She covers everything you have ever wondered about college - from adjusting to change and making new friends to setting yourself up for long term success. Learn how you have an incredible first year while also using it to create a foundation for your entire college career. ***8 Voices is a series where we help you create the life you want by sharing unique stories of passionate students who are pursuing their own dreams. We are welcoming guest speakers from a wide variety of colleges, majors, and backgrounds to show how you can use college as an opportunity to elevate your personal goals and ultimately achieve success.*** FOLLOW OUR IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Sol at West Village: http://solatwestvillage.com/

Dario Fagan is a second year pre-commerce student at the University of Virginia studying Finance & Economics. He is also the CEO and co-founder of his company, Intertidal Design. In this episode, you'll learn so much about why he believes in the importance of taking initiative and how he prioritizes using work-life integration. I think we all have a lot to learn from his perseverance and success-driven mindset, so be prepared to get inspired - you might even want to start your own business someday. ***8 Voices is a series where we help you create the life you want by sharing unique stories of passionate students who are pursuing their own dreams. We are welcoming guest speakers from a wide variety of colleges, majors, and backgrounds to show how you can use college as an opportunity to elevate your personal goals and ultimately achieve success.*** FOLLOW OUR IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Dario's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariofagan/ Sol at West Village: https://solatwestvillage.com/

Stressed about picking your classes for the fall? Listen to our episode to find out exactly how to create the BEST schedule! We give so many tips and resources, so you definitely don't want to miss out on this one. FOLLOW OUR IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Sol at West Village: https://solatwestvillage.com/

In this week's episode of The Breakout Room Podcast, we share how you can have an incredible first semester by getting the most out of your college experience. We talk about making meaningful friendships, taking risks, and having a work life balance. We also include some funny college stories to share advice from our first year experiences. FOLLOW OUR IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Sol at West Village: http://solatwestvillage.com/

In this week's episode of The Breakout Room Podcast, we break down all the fears we had going into our first semester of college to give you advice on how you can manage your pre-college stress. We discuss everything from our fear of loneliness and failure to our ongoing anxiety about the future especially during these uncertain times. FOLLOW OUR IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/ Sol at West Village: https://solatwestvillage.com/

In this episode of The Breakout Room Podcast, we give you a list of 10 things you should do the summer before your first semester of college. These tips will set you apart from everyone else by helping you get ahead of all the stressful things that have to be completed by your first year. FOLLOW OUR IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/

We get REAL in this episode of The Breakout Room Podcast. We share what we've learned from our biggest mistakes in college so you don't have to make the same ones as us. We talk about our academic struggles, our views on Tinder/hookup culture, and how to actually get boys to fall for you. Follow our IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/

In this week's episode of The Breakout Room Podcast, we are showing you our college routines during the semester (non-quarantine edition) to give you a glimpse of what your days will look like this upcoming fall. We talk about how we structure our study/class days, and we also give you an inside look at our weekend activities. Follow our IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/

In today's episode of The Breakout Room Podcast, we reveal everything no one told us about college. We help make your transition into college easier by sharing everything we have learned. We also know how stressful AP Exams can be this week, so we made sure to include tips on how we survived our finals week. Follow our IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/

In this episode, we talk about how we go out every weekend and still get A's. We give the best studying and time management tips that help us balance our schoolwork. With Pragya's sorority experience in Delta Gamma and Charlotte's outside perspective, we also give advice on Greek life and the rushing process. Follow our IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/

Finding your first roommate can be a really tough process. In this episode, we are helping you find the perfect roommate and giving you our best tips on how get along with them throughout the year. We even threw in a few rough experiences of our own. Follow our IG: https://www.instagram.com/campus.hq/