Dear Student:

Ready for part 2? Here's the rest of what Weber State's president had to say about inclusion, diversity, and putting students firts

Brad Mortensen, the 13th President of Weber State University in Ogden Utah has a highly people-focused approach as he helps students of all backgrounds succeed in their higher education pursuits. Listen to hear some of the things he does that makes a big difference in the way he forms and cultivates relationships

You are where you're at for a reason. Finding a sense of belonging has a lot to do with finding meaning and appreciation for things in your current circumstance. Be the kind of person that connects with the world and people around you to create the kinds of experiences you want.

The goal is about becoming... become the type of person who is able to accomplish some of the things you want to accomplish. Scott Wyatt is one of the best examples of taking small and simple steps, then seeing the incredible results that come from it. Here's part two of our conversation with him.

"Go small or go home!" This is the philosophy of Scott L. Wyatt, an attorney, former university president, world mountain climber and current Senior Executive Director of Statewide Online Education within the Office of the Commissioner of Higher Education for the state of Utah. Tune in to see how you can create your own experience through small, simple, consistent efforts. "Show me your HABITS, I'll show you your FUTURE." Be sure to follow on Instagram @dearstudentpodcast using #CYOE (Create Your Own Experience) and connect with us on LinkedIn!

You are where you are for a reason! Whatever it may be, you have what it takes to create your own experience, and it can't happen until you start with where you're at. Find the value in where you are in your life. Whether it's the school you're at, the job you have, classes you're in, a sense of belonging helps you bloom where you're planted. Be sure to follow on Instagram @dearstudentpodcast using #CYOE (Create Your Own Experience) and connect with us on LinkedIn!

Who is this guy? The perfect question to ask about the guest on our episode today. The answer: Jeremie Oliver -- one of the most academically accomplished individuals we've had on, and he's still in school. Jeremie has great insights about mentorship, pursuing passions, motivation, and being able to do different things that are seemingly unrelated. Connect with him on LinkedIn! Enjoy! :)

In a two part interview, John and Brad talk with Dr. Lynn Vartan, an international performer and educator who is an advocate for diversity in music, about communication, collaboration and creativity. Vartan began building her solo freelance career while attending graduate school in southern California. After earning both her master's and doctoral degrees in music at University of Southern California, she knew she wanted to find the perfect place to settle down and teach. Today, Vartan is the Director of Percussion and the Director of APEX Event Series at SUU. Fluidity Confined: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d4o0_OYKE7g Fluidity Confined is a performing arts collaboration between the Art & Design, Music and Theatre departments at Southern Utah University. Directors Rheana Gardner and Lynn Vartan came together to find what possibilities could exist for this kind of experience between traditional darkroom photography and percussion performance! Be sure to follow on Instagram @dearstudentpodcast using #CYOE (Create Your Own Experience) and connect with us on LinkedIn!

In a two part interview, John and Brad talk with Dr. Lynn Vartan, an international performer and educator who is an advocate for diversity in music, about communication, collaboration and creativity. Vartan began building her solo freelance career while attending graduate school in southern California. After earning both her master's and doctoral degrees in music at University of Southern California, she knew she wanted to find the perfect place to settle down and teach. Today, Vartan is the Director of Percussion and the Director of APEX Event Series at SUU. Fluidity Confined: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d4o0_OYKE7g Fluidity Confined is a performing arts collaboration between the Art & Design, Music and Theatre departments at Southern Utah University. Directors Rheana Gardner and Lynn Vartan came together to find what possibilities could exist for this kind of experience between traditional darkroom photography and percussion performance! Be sure to follow on Instagram @dearstudentpodcast using #CYOE (Create Your Own Experience) and connect with us on LinkedIn!

Developing authentic relationships with as many people as you can will change your life. Getting outside and expanding your comfort zone can prove to be one of the most valuable things you do in college! Be sure to follow on Instagram @dearstudentpodcast using #CYOE (Create Your Own Experience) and connect with us on LinkedIn!

Join John and Brad for the best season yet! Season Three will highlight professional athletes, mental health professionals, student body presidents, university presidents, medical professionals, professors, and more. Each episode will provide valuable tips and practices to help you learn how to create your own experience in school and everything after. Be sure to follow on Instagram @dearstudentpodcast using #CYOE (Create Your Own Experience) and connect with us on LinkedIn!

A big thank you for helping to make season 2 AWESOME! We've covered a lot of good stuff this semester and we wish you all the best for the summer. Stay tuned for some bonus episodes we'll publish during the summer, but other than that we'll be back in August to pick up with season 3 :)

Things don't always go as planned; you know that, and I know that. But what if you could learn how to turn challenges and disappointment into opportunities?

Interpersonal relationships are all around us; there isn't a time in your life where you won't be involved with relationships with other people. Particularly in a professional setting, learning how to manage these relationships, and the communication within, is a meaningful practice that will take you far!

Ryan Millar was on the USA men's volleyball team that won gold in the 2008 Olympics in Beijing! Listen to his insights on what success is and the role that excellence plays in it.

Ryan Millar was on the USA men's volleyball team that won gold in the 2008 Olympics in Beijing! Listen to his insights on what success is and the role that excellence plays in it.

Ryan Millar was on the USA men's volleyball team that won gold in the 2008 Olympics in Beijing! Listen to his insights on what success is and the role that excellence plays in it.

Learn about some of the important things you should keep in mind when it comes to registering for classes. It's coming up for all of us so make sure you stay on top of it and put yourself in the best situation to succeed!

A few weeks ago, we were a part of a competition for people who ran different businesses. Here's our experience along with a few things we learned.

Burning bridges, motivation, why it's important to take things one step at a time. These are all things we talk about and how it applies to your story of success

We have some pretty cool guests on the show, and you get to know a little bit about them and their perspectives. This is an episode for you to get to know your host a little more.

We have some pretty cool guests on the show, and you get to know a little bit about them and their perspectives. This is an episode for you to get to know your host a little more.

Hear it from the best! We asked people about the most valuable thing they learned while they were in college, and this is what they said.

Are you planning on getting an internship this summer? Is an internship or cool job in your future plans at all? Listen to learn what you can do to put yourself in the best position to create that kind of experience!

More words of advice from Sergio and his time in LA. Interpersonal communication, what he learned from a monk, and how he interacts with others... all right here!

It's the little changes that make the big difference! When you're on the path to success, it's important to understand that you need to make the little, necessary adjustments on your way there.

Most people will tell you how important relationships are in your college experience. Here's your opportunity to learn from the best about how to do it and what it can do for you!

Sometimes when you go to try something new, you get you get kicked pretty hard! It doesn't work out how you wanted or thought it would. But that's okay, just like our good friend Rocky says, "it aint about how hard you hit, it's about how hard you can get hit and keep moving forward... that's how winning is done!"

A lot of students go through culture shock. Even if you don't travel to or from a different country, learning how to manage the change is very valuable to understand as a college student!

80% of people give up on their New Years resolutions six weeks into the year. That's fine... if it's you, just learn how to think about it the right way and you can use it for your good!

What you need to know about creating your dream college experience.

We've come a long way in our podcast, and we've learned a ton along the way. But most importantly, the things we've learned are things that will help you create your dream experience. Listen for the best tips and practices that will help you have great perspective towards your experience, and how to move forward and create in a meaningful way.

It's real easy to get caught up on the things we don't do well... learn how to play to your strengths. Focus on the things you're good at and that come naturally, and use that when you start to create the experiences you want. Be sure to follow on Instagram @dearstudentpodcast and connect with us on LinkedIn

Happy New Year everyone! We've learned a lot throughout the last year, so to kick off the new one, we wanted to share with you our top tips that you can put into practice this year. Be sure to follow on Instagram @dearstudentpodcast and connect with us on LinkedIn

Finding a sense of community, having an anchor, and trusting your gut: these are some of the tips and practices Sharon talks about through her experience. Be sure to follow on Instagram @dearstudentpodcast and connect with us on LinkedIn.

Sharon has been able to do a lot with her time in college. Studying law at Syracuse and serving in the military have both taught her valuable lessons about how to create your dream experience. Listen in for some of the tips and practices she has to share. Don't miss out, be sure to follow on Instagram @dearstudentpodcast and connect with us on LinkedIn

Here are some funny responses from listeners when we asked about what it's like to be a college student Merry Christmas!

Here's part two of the awesome conversation we had with Scott Mathie... Be sure to follow on Instagram @dearstudentpodcast and connect with us on LinkedIn

Leadership opportunities are valuable for any college student that's looking for it. Scott Mathie takes executive level trainings and shares it with college students across the country! Here's some of the advice he has for you... Be sure to follow on Instagram @dearstudentpodcast and connect with us on LinkedIn

Learn a little more about the power of gratitude and what it can do for you. College is as good a time as any to start practicing this life-changing habit. Be sure to follow on Instagram @dearstudentpodcast and connect with us on LinkedIn for special resources

Grades determine a lot of things, teachers give you your grades, having a good relationship with them HELPS YOU OUT IN A BIG WAY. Learn what you can do to create an awesome relationship with your teacher and find success in all sorts of ways. Be sure to follow on Instagram @dearstudentpodcast, and connect with us on LinkedIn for special resources just for you.

"It's the most wonderful time of the year!" Well, at the very least, it has some potential to be great. Here are a few things we talk about (and introduce for later episodes) to help you create an awesome holiday season this year. Be sure to follow on Instagram @dearstudentpodcast and connect with us on LinkedIn for special resources just for you.

You thought the first part was good? We've got more for you! Discipline and balance are just a few of the important things we talk about in our interview with Olympian runner, Jared Ward. Be sure to follow us on Instagram @dearstudentpodcast for special resources for you.

Jared Ward ran in the 2016 Rio Olympic games! Listen to some of the insights he has to offer you as a college student when it comes to creating and achieving our sometimes lofty goals. Be sure to follow on Instagram @dearstudentpodcast where we have special resources for you

Once upon a time, we hiked a mountain... and there's a lot we learned about life and how to adopt the right perspective when encountering challenges. College is full of new and unique challenges that can help us grow into our potential when we face it head on. Be sure to follow on Instagram @dearstudentpodcast for more content just for you.

Overcoming the fear of failure, taking risks and chasing after your own experiences might be what you've been avoiding while chasing your success. Marcelo Menezes illustrates how to find success and fulfillment as a college student. Don't miss out on anything... follow on Instagram @dearstudentpodcast

A lot of college students are interested in starting a business! Whether it's while they're in college or later on, here are some insights from students who started a business while in school. Don't miss out... follow on Instagram @dearstudentpodcast for special resources.

Learn about some underlying principles that will help you with the way you manage your time, which is one of, if not the most, valuable resources you have. Don't miss out on anything... follow on Instagram @dearstudentpodcast

Sometimes college is all about that fun adventure that you go on. Whether it's with your roommates, good friends, or random people you haven't even met before, your adventures will be some of your greatest memories in college. Don't miss out on anything... follow on Instagram @dearstudentpodcast, and check out our YouTube channel.

Amine got an internship with the New York Times. Listen to what he has to say about what he did to land the it, and some of the things you can do to create success for yourself! Don't miss out... follow on Instagram @dearstudentpodcast and YouTube (coming soon).

Sam Cahoon has had 9 different internships and he hasn't even graduated yet. If you're in college and want to find an internship, listen in. If you're not sure what you want to do for career/job yet, this is some helpful stuff. Hope you enjoy! Don't miss out on all the special resources and inspiration we have for you... follow on Instagram @dearstudentpodcast and check out our YouTube channel!