Chomp Chats

Off Campus Life is committed to educating and assisting UF students to achieve a positive off-campus living experience. Guided by four distinct pillars - Live, Learn, Lead, & Discover - Off Campus Life fosters leadership and civic engagement to develop great gator neighbors in Gainesville and throughout the Gator Nation. In this episode, Nora Kilroy, Director of Off Campus Life, informs us how Off Campus Life serves UF students & families and shares a few tips & personal recommendations for integrating into the Gainesville community.

David Dozier, Family Ambassador for the Gator Parent & Family Association, and family member of both a current Gator and a recent Gator graduate, joins us to share how his students found community through the University of Florida Fightin' Gator Marching Band and the Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps (N-ROTC) and support through offices such as the Counseling & Wellness Center and U Matter We Care. In this two-part series, David shares how he relied on the information he learned at Preview to support his students in their times of need.

David Dozier, Family Ambassador for the Gator Parent & Family Association, and family member of both a current Gator and a recent Gator graduate, joins us to share how his students found community through the University of Florida Fightin' Gator Marching Band and the Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps (N-ROTC) and support through offices such as the Counseling & Wellness Center and U Matter We Care. In this two-part series, David shares how he relied on the information he learned at Preview to support his students in their times of need.

UF offers a vibrant and diverse student experience that prepares Gators to engage, transform, and thrive in an evolving global community. Today's guest is a true testament to that. Join in as recent graduate, Ilaisah Martinez, recalls her experience as an undergraduate and shares how she allowed key moments & opportunities to prepare her for the future.

The University of Florida Police Department provides service 24 hours a day, and is an integral part of the university’s dedication to developing and maintaining a safe and secure campus through the cooperative efforts of many university departments and community organizations. This episode highlights resources provided to our campus community through UFPD and offers safety tips that are beneficial to all members of the UF community. Guest of the Day: Sergeant Chad Holway, UFPD Community Services Division

The college years are a time for change, growth, inquiry, and development. The Counseling and Wellness Center strives to help students learn the skills to cope with the stresses of change and growth, so they are better able to learn and thrive after their time as a student is over. This two-part series provides an introduction to Mental Health and Mental Illness and provides an overview of services offered by the Counseling & Wellness Center. Guest of the Day: Rosa West, PhD, LMHC, LMFT - Clinical Assistant Professor and Assistant Director, Counseling & Wellness Center.

The college years are a time for change, growth, inquiry, and development. The Counseling and Wellness Center strives to help students learn the skills to cope with the stresses of change and growth, so they are better able to learn and thrive after their time as a student is over. This two-part series provides an introduction to Mental Health and Mental Illness and provides an overview of services offered by the Counseling & Wellness Center. Guest of the Day: Rosa West, PhD, LMHC, LMFT - Clinical Assistant Professor and Assistant Director, Counseling & Wellness Center.

Lynn O'Sickey, Associate Director for CLAS Academic Advising Center & and family member of two college students, joins us to talk about the intersection of her role as an Advisor and Mom. With over 25 years of experience in higher education, Lynn is no stranger to working with college students. In this episode, she shares how, even for her, supporting her students provides a new, learning experience each day.

Lynn O'Sickey, Associate Director for CLAS Academic Advising Center & and family member of two college students, joins us to talk about the intersection of her role as an Advisor and Mom. With over 25 years of experience in higher education, Lynn is no stranger to working with college students. In this episode, she shares how, even for her, supporting her students provides a new, learning experience each day.

Whether life at the University of Florida is new to you, or you are supporting your Gator Legacy, you are in the right placel. Specifically targeting first-generation college families, this episode provides a breakdown of common academic terminology such as GPA, Majors, Minors, Academic Advisors, and more. Guest of the Day: Erica Aguiar, Assistant Director, Machen Florida Opportunity Scholars Program & First Generation Student Success.

Chomp Chats are designed to support & educate Gator Families by providing information on campus & community resources, promoting healthy student/family relationships, and proactively addressing questions & concerns. This episode gives a brief overview of the types of episodes which will make up Chomp Chats.