The FYIC Podcast

On this episode of The FYIC Podcast, Justin talks with Lidia Marusic and Aiden McGaughy. They are both students at the Farmer School of Business and are ACTIVELY involved.  We talk about the Business Student Advisory Council, Farmer Week, and other amazing opportunities to explore while at Farmer.They have found their place and made it work with their schedule.  Now its your turn.Thank you for listening to this episode of The First Year Integrated Core Podcast!

On this episode of The FYIC Podcast, Justin sits down with a team of five students who are working through four classes and numerous projects TOGETHER.  Yes, together.  They make it clear: you need to communicate, find something the team is passionate about, and set high expectations.Thank you Ally, Henry, Grant, Megan, and Haley for sharing your thoughts on how your team has found such great success so far in your semester.And as always, thank you for listening to The First Year Integrated Core Podcast!

In this episode, Justin and guest cohost Brian Kennedy continue our conversation with Adam Swab about blockchain and how you can learn more about the technology.If you listened to part one, you already know how much Adam knows about the topic. Part two offers additional insights about this amazing technology.And remember, these guys are only freshmen.  We are excited to watch as their journey continues in the FYIC.Thanks for listening to the First Year Integrated Core Podcast!

In this episode of the FYIC Podcast, Justin and guest cohost Brian Kennedy sit down with blockchain expert Adam Swab.The catch... Brian and Adam are both freshmen in the FYIC right now.This amazing conversation is about the technology that is blockchain, cryptocurrencies and NFTs, and Adam's successes in this new frontier.The conversation was just too good to stop, so this episode is part one of two.  Check back soon for the continuation.And thank you for listening to the First Year Integrated Core Podcast!

In this episode, Justin sits down with the founder/CEO of Market Games, Torsor Kotee, and Digital Marketing Manager, Casey Nguyen. They discuss the Intro to Business Simulation and its place in the BUS 101 class.Each semester, student teams compete for market share and revenue (among other KPIs) in a three round game.As a bonus, several 101 profs add their thoughts on how to successfully play the game.Good luck!

In this first episode of the third season of the FYIC Podcast, Beth and Justin chat with FYIC student Ty about his first month of college.  He talks about the challenges he's faced, the people he's met, and how he prepared all of his life for this moment.Side note: Beth wanted to interview his mom, but Ty will have to do.Thanks for listening!

In this episode, Beth and Justin sit down with Mitchell Boice and Vinny Kurup of Delta Sigma Pi, Alpha Upsilon Chapter at Miami University.  The guys tell us about building relationships, navigating college during Covid, and the benefits of joining a business fraternity.  This episode will leave you wanting to learn more about getting involved while on campus.Enjoy!

In this episode of the FYIC Podcast, Justin and Beth are joined by FYIC Director, Dr. Becky Crews, to talk about our nerves when speaking to groups large and small.During a student's time in the FYIC, they will make several presentations, both individually and in teams.  These projects are designed to prepare our students for the ultimate presentation, the FYIC Client Challenge.  As a bonus, we discuss our musical talents and a challenge is both made... and accepted.Thanks for listening!

On this episode, Justin visits with Morgan Sturm, an FYIC alum and star athlete on Miami University's Field Hockey team.  They talk about her time in the FYIC, the Client Challenge, and how that semester helped prepare her to excel on and off the field.Morgan also shares her experiences from her first internship, a summer with E. & J. Gallo.  Covid forced the cancellation of they typical internship program, but like all of us, she was able to pivot to a remote environment.#girtEnjoy!

In this three episode special, FYIC Director Dr. Becky Crews invites students and faculty to meet and talk about their experiences In the First Year Integrated Core. In FYIC Coffee Talk #2, which took place on November 4, 2020, Dr. Crews hosts the discussion with prior FYIC students who were very successful in the client challenge. FYIC Coffee Talk #23 will take place on November 16th at 11am.All FYIC students and faculty are invited to join.

In this three episode special, FYIC Director Dr. Becky Crews invites students and faculty to meet and talk about their experiences In the First Year Integrated Core.In FYIC Coffee Talk #1, which took place on October 23, 2020, Dr. Crews hosts the discussion around the Fall 2020 semester and the upcoming client challenge.FYIC Coffee Talk #2 will take place on November 4th at 1pm.  All FYIC students and faculty are invited to join.

In this first episode of Season 2, you are introduced to Justin's new cohost, Beth Troy!Beth is a Creativity Instructor at the Farmer School of Business, author, and very accomplished MC.  She is perfect to take on the role from Season 1 cohost, JL Zoeckler.But where is JL?  And what in the world is this episode title about?Listen in, subscribe, and share to The FYIC Podcast!

In this final episode of the first season of the FYIC Podcast, Justin and JL talk with Rachel Cleveland, recent FSB grad and new staffer at Goldman Sachs.Rachel shares stories about her time the program now known as the FYIC, and how those experiences shaped her as a business professional.  More specifically, she talks about how her time at FSB helped her make an immediate impact at Goldman.

On May 8, more than 100 First Year Integrated Core teams virtually presented their final Client Challenge presentations. Check out this video to see which teams have been chosen to present their work to our partner, Cleveland Clinic, in the Fall. Congratulations to these and all #FYIC students for their hard work during this unprecedented semester!  #BeyondReady #MyFSB #FYIC  

After many emails, calls, billboards, and 30 second commercial spots on network tv, Dr. Becky Crews has agreed to join Justin and JL on the podcast.In this fourth episode of the FYIC Podcast, we answer the question: who is Becky Crews?She is not a mythical creature, as some have professed.  She is the Director of the FYIC.  She is the glue that holds us all together.  She is our fearless leader.

In this episode, Justin and JL discuss the job search process and the importance of being different.  Recorded in the same week as the Spring Career Fair at Miami U, the discussion circles around the event, the process of introducing yourself, standing out, and finding a great match.This episode also includes student interviews on site at Millet Hall.Enjoy!

Based on the recent decision to move classes online at Miami University, Justin and JL get together and talk about unexpected change and how to find success In remote environments.This special edition gives students a behind-the-scenes look into how the guys and the FYIC faculty are approaching this pivot.Subscribe today!

This episode is all about taking risks.  From the classroom to the job and all of the messy startup lessons in-between, you learn the most from those times where you tried something new or did something unexpected.On this episode, we talk to Makayla Archer, a student at the Farmer School and Social Media Intern for the First Year Integrated Core (FYIC).  She shares stories about risks she's taken in her academic career and the importance of those lessons learned along the way.Justin and JL also share stories of those not-so-fun times that have helped us learn how to better run our own businesses.Thanks for listening!

This inaugural episode takes a look at getting a good start.  The hosts, Justin McGlothin and JL Zoeckler, are faculty members in the First Year Integrated Core at Miami University's Farmer School of Business.They discuss the program and propose three things students should focus on to get a good start on the new semester.  The FYIC semester is intense.  Those who start strong often find success, where those who don't may find themselves playing catchup all semester.Thanks for listening!