SVSU Admissions Card Talk

In this episode, Nic and Amanda are joined by Anderson Bearden from the Admissions office with a big announcement about our new Cardinal Commitment. Hear who qualifies for their tuition and fees to be covered, and what happens if you do not qualify. Hint: Its still really good news!

In this episode Nic and Amanda are joined by Rachel Florence-Spaetzel, SVSU's Director of Orientation, to discuss the upcoming SOAR season. Rachel has great insight on what our newest Cardinals can expect during SOAR, and stick around to hear some stories, and great advice, about this first experience at SVSU.

In this episode, Nic and Amanda are joined by Cody Alberts to discuss the Global Foundation Scholars Program. Cody goes in depth on all the benefits of the program and how to apply. Stay to the end to hear about the "Mighty Morphin" elephant in the room!

In this episode, Nic and Amanda welcome you back after the holiday break. Get information on what is happening with the admissions process, and how the pandemic has impacted students getting ready for college. We are ready to help!

Have you wondered why Admissions Reps are always reminding you that December 1st is a big deal? In this episode, Nic and Amanda discuss what happens for students after December 1st. SOAR, Housing and Private Scholarships all become available, so take a listen on advice about all of these!

In this last installment of the "How To Series", Nic and Amanda talk about what to do when you have decided to become a Cardinal. Listen as they discuss how and when you should let SVSU know. Stay until the end to hear Amanda sum up the whole series perfectly from the student perspective.

So you have finished FAFSA and been admitted... What happens next? Nic and Amanda talk about what to expect on an award letter, and give good advice on what to do this year when your financial situation may be completely different from previous years. Stay til the end to hear Amanda ask a totally "Irreverent Question of the Day" that forces Nic into the dreaded "Surrender Cobra" pose.

FAFSA, FAFSA, FAFSA... are you tired of hearing that term yet? Well Nic and Amanda try to take the sting out of the term and give you candid advice about why this step is so important. Stay to the end when Amanda throws caution into the wind with her "Irreverent Question of the Day."

Everything seems shut down these days, so how are you going to visit a college? Nic and Amanda talk about some of the options and when would be the best time to do so! Stick to the end as we turn Amanda's "Irreverent Question of the Day" into some serious advice you didn't know you needed.

Are you pushing off applying to college because you think it might not be the right time? Nic and Amanda talk about the importance of applying now for college and how to do so. Here is a hint: Do it today if you are a senior!

We know this year is very different from every other year in which students searched for a college to attend. LET US HELP! We start this new podcast series with the beginning. How to even begin. Listen to Nic and Amanda talk about researching schools and what comes next.

"In this episode Nic and Amanda talk with Hannah Long from our Graduate Programs Office to talk about the difference between undergraduate and graduate studies. We also get good advice on how to prepare for your career. Stay until the end to hear Amanda ask her best question ever in our "Irreverent Question of the Day."

In this episode Nic explains to Amanda all of the changes that come with SVSU moving to a "test-optional" standard. They discuss scholarships, admission, and give advice on taking an ACT or SAT.

Nic and Amanda talk about the brand new scholarships SVSU has announced for the incoming class of the fall of 2021. For a complete look at them, visit us at svsu.edu/go/scholarships! Stick around for the end when Amanda turns the table on Nic!

In this episode, Nic and Amanda talk directly to the high school class of 2021 about where to start the college search process, and what is important to do right now. (hint: be first in line!) Stay on to hear about how SVSU has moved to test optional admission and scholarships!

In this episode, Nic and Amanda talk with Jim Dwyer from Alumni Relations to discover how alumni help students at SVSU. Be sure to stay to the end when we all get a little choked up by the "Irreverent Question of the Day".

In this episode, Nic and Amanda take the time to talk directly to prospective students about the best advice about college. This is a must listen for any family or student who is thinking about going to college. Stay until the end to learn what we are looking forward to the most for the fall!

In this episode. Nic and Amanda discuss how many students decide on their major, and who may help. Hear Amanda talk about how she came to her major choice, and listen as Nic answers her questions about majors. Stay until the end to find out Amanda's Dream job!

In this episode, Rachel Florence-Spaetzel returns to discuss the next stage of SOAR and what it will look like for our new Cardinals. Stick around to the end to hear what "sage advice" Nic gave Rachel when she was first hired post graduation.

In this episode, Nic and Amanda Talk with Bill Stec from Career Services to find out how students find jobs both on and off campus. Stick around to the end to hear which one of us had the worst starting job (not at SVSU of course!)

In this episode we get to talk to Dr. Travis Pashak from the Psychology Department about a "University Education" and what it means! He takes the time to describe why he came to SVSU and how what he teaches in class relates to today's issues. Listen until the end to hear our take, and how Amanda and Nic prepare...

In this episode, Nic and Amanda talk with Nicole Horn, a third year transfer student. She gives insight about how the transfer process went for her and what transfer students can expect when they get to SVSU.

In this episode, Nic and Amanda are joined by Heather Kowaleski from Academic Advising to give us insight on what is happening at "Flight School", SVSU's new virtual portion of S.O.A.R. Be sure to stick around to the end when Heather and Amanda give Nic some ideas for a new look coming out of quarantine.

In this episode Nic and Amanda talk about the 3 different types of scholarships and how to apply for each. Nic gives some key advice on how to answer questions on scholarship applications at the end. Stick around to hear Amanda give Nic social media advice.

Nic and Amanda bring two guests today to talk about the SVSU experience for Pre-Health students. Heidi Lang serves as the Pre-Health Advisor for many of our students, and Ashley Reece is one of the most recent examples of students doing big things in the health field. Find out more about where she is headed and how SVSU helped along the way!

In this episode, Nic and Amanda speak with Dr. Norman Wika, and Dr. Kevin Simons about all of the music programs that SVSU offers for ALL students. Listen in as they explain whether auditions are a part of the process and where students can find out how to join in.

In this episode Nic and Amanda speak with Michael Crowe from the Financial Aid Office about the financial aid basics! Learn what to prepare for, and why asking a question is the MOST important thing you can do to ensure your success. Stay to the end to hear Amanda make fun of Nic's "athleticism".

In this episode, Nic and Amanda talk with Dr. Erik Trump, Professor of Political Science, on what students can do during this pandemic to be ready for school in the fall. He also gives some great advice on the professor to student relationship! Don't forget to stay until the end to hear who he thinks would be a better student - Nic or Amanda!

In this inaugural episode, Nic and Amanda introduce themselves and what kind of topics they will cover. Nic gives some very specific advice about how to conduct the college search during these times. Be sure to stick around for the “Irreverent Question of the Day”.

In this episode, Nic and Amanda get to talk with Rachel Florence-Spaetzel about orientation. There have been several changes this year to SOAR and Rachel gives an in-depth look at what students and their families can expect. We finish with a big surprise for Amanda that you will not want to miss!

In this episode, Nic and Amanda speak with Jeff Zulauf about Transfer Student issues, and how SVSU can help! Transfer credits, integration into SVSU and how to get help with all of this today are all issues Jeff clears up for us. Stay til the end to see Jeff totally confuse Amanda on the "Irreverent Question of the Day".