The Student Manager

How do college admission counselors make their decisions?  Download and listen to Syossex Principal, John Durante.  He has been the principal of this Long Island High School for 14 years and hosts the College Admission Process podcast.  He has over 185 episodes with college admissions counselors.  He shares his insights and tips on what they look for, what they want and what they don't want.  Don't miss an opportunity during the admission process to stand out amongst others.

Download and listen to Kristi Steele, Owner at KC360.  She assists families through the collegiate admission process.  On this episode Steele communicates the new FAFSA filing.  Also, she discusses the application process, essays, SAT/ACT testing, financial aid and scholarships.  This is a must listen if you want to hear tips and advice from a college counselor.

Download and listen to sophomore Vol Tyler Cornuke share his experience at the University of Tennessee.  The '22 Newport Harbor alum tells "ALL" - what he likes and what he dislikes about Knoxville, Tennessee.  This is a must listen, if you are considering attending college in SEC country.  Tyler talks about classes, dorm life, fraternity rush, night life and the social scene.  How does a Southern California kid fit into the South.  Where does this Rocky Top student like to hang out and eat?  Is Tennessee a hard college to get into?  This is an episode you don't want to miss as she gives great insight to students and parents. 

Download and listen to junior Hoya Grace O'Brien share her experience at Georgetown University.  The '21 Newport Harbor alum tells "ALL" - what she likes and what she dislikes about Washington, D.C.  This is a must listen, if you are considering attending college on the east coast.  Grace talks about classes, dorm life, sorority rush, clubs on campus, night life and the social scene.  Where does this Hoya like to hang out and eat?  How challenging is this private institution sitting on the hill above the Potomac and overlooking Northern Virginia to get into?  Grace shares her path to DC.  This is an episode you don't want to miss as she gives great insight to students and parents. 

It's the Final Four for NCAA women's volleyball.  The Dukes didn't advance, however, senior libero Madilyn O'Toole takes time to discuss her experience at James Madison University women's volleyball team.  Find out why the Assumption Rocket alum decided on JMU in Northern Virginia.  O'Toole discusses what she likes and what she doesn't like about the campus in Harrisburg, Virginia.  This business management major shares her student-athlete experience and what she's learned from Head Coach Lauren Steinbrecher.  She talk about her favorite Sun Belt Conference campuses.  O'Toole shares her favorite places to hang out near campus.  Download and listen if you want to learn about a beautiful campus that's mid-size college located in the East.  

Will the Wolverines win the football National Championship?  Download and listen to Newport Harbor '22 alum Annie O'Brien.  She shares her first year in Ann Arbor, Michigan, as well as, gives her prediction on who will win it all in college football!  The first Wolverine to join the podcast, O'Brien has a great time telling "ALL" - what she likes and what she dislikes about Ann Arbor and the university.  What does it take as a California student to get accepted into Michigan?  This is a must listen too if you are considering attending a top rated academic university in a midwest college town.   Annie talks about classes, dorm life, sorority rush, night life and the social scene.  Where does this Wolverine like to hang out and eat?  This is an episode you don't want to miss.

Download and listen to Mater Dei '22 alum Vann Pronger and Jenny Cullen share their first year in Madison, Wisconsin!  We've had numerous Badgers on and it's good to get a refresher.  The Monarch alum have a great time telling "ALL" - what they like and what they dislike about MADtown and the university.  Is there really a bad thing to say about Wisco?  This is a must listen too if you are considering attending a top rated party school and college town.   Vann and Jenny talk about classes, dorm life, fraternity and sorority rush, night life and the social scene.  Where do these Badgers like to hang out and eat?  Is Wisco easy or hard to get into?  This is an episode you don't want to miss.

Download and listen to Mater Dei '22 Emily Macias share her first year in Charleston, South Carolina!  She tells "ALL" - what she likes and what she dislikes about the South.  This is a must listen too if you are considering attending college in the South.   Emily talks about classes, dorm life, sorority rush, night life and the social scene.  Where does Emily like to hang out and eat?  Is College of Charleston easy or hard to get into?  Is it too Southern for a California kid?  This is an episode you don't want to miss.

November 1st is Priority Deadline for college admissions.  Former guest from Ep. #69 joins again!  This is a definite download and must listen too.  Have you submitted your applications by the priority deadline?  If not, it's not too late.  Stucker communicates amazing information on the college search and admission process.  He emphasizes continue to research and make a master calendar of admitted school dates.  Do you know about WUE?  Do you know about FAFSA?  Or how about college admissions are admitting students?  He discusses what is "yield protection", demonstrated interest and demonstrated understanding.  Are you debating to submit ACT/SAT score?  Stucker will recommend what to do and what not to do.  Mark Stucker is one of the top counselors in the nation and kids love him.  Contact Mark (404) 664-4340.

One week away from the November 1st application deadline for early decision and early action candidates.  Question to senior students and parents...have you visited college campuses in September and October?  If so, are you taking full advantage of your visit and meeting with the right people and asking the right questions?  Is your college essay genuine and reflects you?  Who's proofreading it?  How are you answering the prompt question and does is separate you?  Do you know about WUE and FAFSA and the deadline dates?  You don't want to miss this fast, furious episode that includes college football takes on a few programs!

Why Mater Dei '22 Jordyn Schilling loves the country club life as a student-athlete at the University of High Point?  If you have never heard of HPU, this is an episode you want to listen too.  If she had to do it all over again, what she would do differently in the recruiting process and what advice she gives to students and parents?  Download and listen to Schilling share her story from Morgantown to High Point.  Schilling, a volleyball student-athlete, transferred from University of West Virginia to High Point University during the middle of her first year.  Schilling talks about her experience the past year on both campuses and why she loves her new environment at High Point University.  Is High Point a school you are considering?  Schilling tells all...what she likes and dislikes.  What is she going to do after graduation?  If you are a student-athlete going through the interviewing process, this is an episode you don't want to miss.  If you are a student who wants a small university in a small town, this is an episode you don't want to miss.  High Point University's philosophy is a premiere life skills university!  It's on the rise and up and coming...this is a MUST LISTEN!

Everything a student and parents needs to know when traveling abroad to London, England.  University of Wisconsin '24 Clare Archer shares her London experience abroad.  She discusses how she selected London and what the academic schedule and classes were like.  The Badger '24 senior also highlights her favorite trips throughout Europe.  This is a must listen if you are a student planning to go abroad or a parent who wants to get more intel.  Download and listen to where to go eat, hang out and take your parents in London!

Everything a student and parents needs to know when traveling abroad to Milan, Italy.  University of Wisconsin '24 Rahman Almousalli shares his Milan experience abroad.  He discusses how he selected Madrid and what the academic schedule and classes were like.  The Badger '24 senior also highlights his favorite trips throughout Europe.  This is a must listen if you are a student planning to go abroad or a parent who wants to get more intel.  Download and listen to where to go eat, hang out and take your parents in Madrid!

Everything a student and parents needs to know when traveling abroad to Barcelona, Spain.  University of Wisconsin '24 Maggie Keiper and Fran Diaz share their Barcelona experience abroad.  The two discuss how they selected Barcelona and what the academic schedule and classes were like.  The Badger '24 seniors also highlight their favorite trips throughout Europe.  This is a must listen if you are a student planning to go abroad or a parent who wants to get more intel.  Download and listen to where to go eat, hang out and take your parents in Barcelona!

Everything a student and parents needs to know when traveling abroad to Florence, Italy.  University of Colorado '24 Brendan Carley shares his experience abroad.  He discusses how he choose Florence and what the academic schedule and classes were like.  The Newport Harbor High School '20 also highlights his favorite trips throughout Europe.  This rising senior at CU talks about his first three years in Boulder and what it's like to be at a student at the University of Colorado.  This is a must listen if you are a student planning to go abroad or a parent who wants to get more intel.  Download and listen to what it's like to be a Buffalo before going abroad to Florence, Italy.

Do you know how to interview for an internship or your first job after graduation?  You don't want to miss Hailey Bain discuss how the University of South Carolina in Columbia, South Carolina prepared her for life after graduation. This Aspen, Colorado resident shares recommendations and advice on how to be persistent and not give up on finding an internship, as well as, the first job.  She will tell you what to do and what not to do during the interviewing and hiring process.  You will definitely want to listen to our role play and how she answers behavioral based questions and communicate her elevator pitch.

The college academic year is almost done which means it's time to interview for internships or potentially your first career job after college graduation.   You don't want to miss Jake Briones discuss how Whitworth College in Spokane, Washington prepared them for life after graduation.  The Class of '22 graduate discusses his internship with the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes to his current position with the Anaheim Ducks. Jake shares recommendations and advice on how to be persistent and not give up on finding an internship, as well as, the first job.  He will tell you what to do and what not to do during the interviewing and hiring process.  You will definitely want to listen to our role play and how they answer behavioral based questions and communicate his elevator pitch.

Do you know how to interview for an internship or your first job after graduation?  You don't want to miss Anthony DeBono discuss how Arizona State University in Tempe, Arizona prepared him for life after graduation. This former Mater Dei alum shares recommendations and advice on how to be persistent and not give up on finding an internship, as well as, the first job.  He will tell you what to do and what not to do during the interviewing and hiring process.  You will definitely want to listen to our role play and how he answers behavioral based questions and communicate her elevator pitch.

The college academic year is almost done which means it's time to interview for internships or potentially your first career job after college graduation.   You don't want to miss former guest of The Student Manager Jack Meier (Ep. 21) and his girlfriend Alaina Muchnick discuss how Northeastern University prepared them for life after graduation.  The Class of '21 graduates discuss the impact and value of Northeastern's nationally ranked co-op program. Jack and Alaina share recommendations and advice on how to leverage a co-op program to secure an internship.  They also will tell you what to do and what not to do during the interviewing and hiring process.  You will definitely want to listen to our role play and how they answer behavioral based questions and communicate their elevator pitch.  

Download and listen to Eric Engelbert from Orange Country Real Estate.  This entrepreneur graduated from Indiana University before relocating to Newport Beach.  His background in finance attracts buyers, sellers and investors.  Today, he shares ideas and tips for a college student or recent graduate on how to have a plan and work the plan.  His strategies and recommendations are a must listen to for any college student seeking an internship or employment.  Eric also shares how he ended up in Bloomington, Indiana and enjoyed his Hoosier experience.

From a D1 student-athlete to normal college student.  Download and listen to Mater Dei HS '21 Bella LeSage share her story to this prestigious academic Big 10 university and what is was like to be a student-athlete at Northwestern before an injury ended her volleyball career.  LeSage talks about her experience the first few years in Evanston.  Is this Big 10 university in Evanston, Illinois a college you are considering?  LeSage tells what she likes and dislikes.  This is an episode you don't want to miss.

If you had to do it all over again, what do you do differently in the recruiting process and what advice do you give to students and parents? Download and listen to Foothill High School '21 Lauren Bays share what it's like to be a student-athlete at the University of Washington.  The sophomore Husky is considered one of the top Liberos in the nation.  Bays talks about her experience the past two years on this beautiful campus.  Unlike previous UW episodes, we focus on the life of a Husky student-athlete.  Is U-Dub a school you are considering?  Bays tells all...what she likes and dislikes.  What is she going to do after graduation?  This is an episode you don't want to miss.

Is Utah football making this university a popular destination outside the state of Utah?  We travel to the '23 Rose Bowl game in Pasadena with Kai Matsunami as his Utes make their 2nd consecutive appearance in the Rose Bowl.  Kai shares his experience and discusses what he likes and what he dislikes about the campus and Salt Lake City.  If you enjoy the outdoors you want to listen and find out what activities keep you busy when you aren't in class.  What is the social life and bar scene like for a non-greek student?  How are game days?  Is Utah a college town environment?  You don't want to miss finding out how to get in-state tuition when you aren't from Utah.  Also, what is W.U.E (Western Undergraduate Exchange)?

What goes through the mind of an athlete being recruited out of high school?  What's the process?  Does travel ball lead to a scholarship?  Download and listen to Newport Harbor HS '21 Eliana Gottlieb share her story to the Pacific NW and what it's like to be a student-athlete at Oregon State University.  Will the Beavers win the Pac-12 Conference in women's softball and return to Omaha for the Women's College World Series?   Gottlieb talks about her experience the first few years in Corvallis.  Is this Pac-12 university in Corvallis, Oregon a college you are considering?  Gottlieb tells what she likes and dislikes.  This is an episode you don't want to miss.

Will the Guachos win the Big West Conference for Women's Volleyball?  Download and listen to Mater Dei '19 Kristina Pepek share what it's like to be a student-athlete at UCSB.  The senior Gaucho talks about her experience the past four years on this beautiful campus.  She talks about how the Mater Dei volleyball program prepared her for the collegiate level.  Also, Kristina shares how she rushed a sorority, but it wasn't for her and she dropped out.  Is UCSB a school you are considering?  Pepek tells all...what she likes and dislikes.  What is she going to do after graduation?  This is an episode you don't want to miss.

Download and listen to #16 BYU's current leading reception leader for this season Kody Epps.  This Mater Dei '20 alum shares real, raw stories and experiences from Provo, Utah.  He tells what he likes and dislikes about BYU.  He discusses what it's like being from Southern California and how he has fit in this faith based college in Utah.  He shares what he learned from legendary high school football coach Bruce Rollinson, as well as, what it was like catching passes in high school from last year's Heisman Trophy winner Bryce Young.  Epps talks about what it's like to be a student-athlete and his goal after college.  This is a must listen too if you are student-athlete and looking to play at the next level.   This is an episode you don't want to miss.  

Do you know where Appalachian State is?  Have you heard of the Mountaineers?  This Sun Belt Conference college previously known for one of college football's greatest upsets with a 34-32 victory over Michigan in Ann Arbor in 2002.  The Mountaineers blocked a game-winning field goal attempt from Michigan at the end of regulation.    Download and listen to former Mountaineer graduate Adam Witten revisit his play-by-play call of "Miracle on the Mountain: Part II".  Appalachian State beat Troy State 32-28 on September 17th, 2022 as quarterback Chase Brice heaved up a Hail Mary on 4th and 10th.  Christian Horn took it in for the walkoff touchdown. Also, in this episode and more importantly, Adam Witten shares his experience and thoughts on why high school students and parents from out-of-state should consider this university.  This former Floridian talks about how he left Florida to attend college in Boone, North Carolina.  He shares experiences from his college days to present where he is the voice of the Mountaineers, as well as, Vice President Broadcast Operations at Learfield Communications.    

@fongernews is rolling out The Monday Morning Manager!  The episodes are short (less than 10 minutes) and highlight a college that played on Saturday, but more importantly that I have visited and can give you some insight to help during the college search and admission process.   The Ohio State University is located in Columbus, Ohio.  My son and I visited C-Bus over the weekend and watched #3 Buckeyes dismantle the Badgers on a "Blackout" Saturday night in The Horseshoe.  The energy, vibe and atmosphere for 48 hours was unreal!  The campus is one of the biggest I've walked on and the GameDay experience was amazing!   Download and listen to why you should apply to Ohio State University where the acceptance rate is 68%.  

Former Student Manager #93 guest and University of Texas Alum Lauren Griffen joins this week's mini-episode of the Hiring Manager podcast.  This recent Longhorn alum is a go-getter and discusses how her internship experiences during college helped secure her first sales position following graduation.  Lauren is a sales rep for CrowdStrike, a leader in global cybersecurity, and continues to live in Austin.  In this mini-episode, she gives great advice and shares what she did in college and how she lined up her first job before graduating college.  

Download and listen to Mater Dei '21 Julia Noya share her first year as a Ole Miss Rebel!  She tells "ALL" - what she likes and what she dislikes about Ole Miss (University of Mississippi).  This is a must listen too if you are considering attending college in the South.   Julia talks about sorority rush, game day and the social scene.  Is Ole Miss easy or hard to get into?  Is it too Southern for a California kid?  This is an episode you don't want to miss.

Back by popular demand...my good friend, John Todd, joins The Hiring Manager Mini-Episode #7.  "JT" is a successful leader with over 30 years of sales and leadership experience.  John started his sales career in the payroll industry with myself and has continued to thrive in this industry.  He was successful as the Western Region VP Sales with BenefitMall and Advantage Payroll.  Today, John is VP Sales with Asure Software.  In this episode he shares his thoughts on interviewing and networking.  He talks about what to do, what not to and how to separate yourself during the interviewing process.  This is a must download and listen for any current college student or graduate seeking an internship or job!  

Download and listen to Mater Dei '20 Nicole Kinkaid share her first two years as a Horned Frog!  She tells "ALL" - what she likes and what she dislikes about TCU (Texas Christian University).  This is a must listen too if you are considering attending college in Texas.   Nicole talks about sorority rush, game day and the social scene.  Why does TCU get the stigma of being Newport Beach in Ft. Worth?  Do you have what it takes to be admitted?  This is an episode you don't want to miss.

Jackie Westland UW '14 and Jared Westland USC '14 discuss what they did in college to prepare them for internships and jobs during and after college.  This young Costa Mesa couple give insights to what is important in a career search such as follow-up and the personal touch.  They both share the #1 recommendation to any college student is to network.  Download and listen!

First-Class cadet and rising senior at Air Force Academy, Sophia Chiaramonte, shares her experience through her first three years in Colorado Springs.  She talks about her high school academics and if not for track and field, she wouldn't have been admitted into USAFA.  Sophia discusses her struggles and challenges during her first few years, including the honor code, mental health and thoughts of suicide.  This is an episode you don't want to miss as this Mater Dei '19 alum talks about what it's like to attend a United States military academy and what she likes and dislikes.  She is the first guest from a military academy and she doesn't disappoint and absolutely "crushes" this episode. 

Download and listen to Newport Harbor '21 Ava Matsunami share her freshman experience from Bloomington, Indiana.  She tells "ALL" - - what she likes and what she dislikes about Indiana University.  This is a must listen too if you are considering this B1G university.  Ava talks about the challenges of her first semester and how she persevered through the second semester.  B-Town is home for this So-Cal kid!

Back by popular demand, we are running it back with Miguel De Jesus (MDJ) who is a CPC (Certified Professional Coach) Executive Coach, and Sales Marketing Consultant.  Miguel is highly accomplished, results-oriented C-Level leader with more than 30+ years of experience leading business management, global sales/marketing, for growth oriented companies and CEOs, with two Fortune 500 companies.  We join Miguel from the campus of Cal State University San Marcos where he currently serves as Director of Business Development, College of Business Administration.  This is a must download and listen for any current college student or graduate seeking an internship or job!  Find out what to do and what not to do and how to separate yourself from others.

Download and listen to how Brittany Welsh USC '19 graduated and found her first sales position out of college after a two year stint playing professional volleyball while earning her Masters at the same time.  It wasn't easy!  This student-athlete graduated with a communications degree before heading abroad to Durham University in England.  Brittany talks about preparing for her first interview and how she closed for the sales position at Arthrex.  Also, Brittany shares the skills set and experience she developed in college has helped early in her sales career as a technology consultant.  You don't want to miss the episode of the Hiring Manager!  She gives great advice and tips for college graduates seeking a professional career.

Download and listen to one of the best in the industry, Liz Williams, of Paylocity.  This successful sales leader has over 25 years of experience in sales and leadership.  Currently, she is the Regional Vice President of Sales in the Pacific Northwest for Paylocity.  I've known Liz since the start of our payroll sales career in the 90s.  She is known for her relentless work ethic as a leader and has a passion for the 3 T's (Train, Transfer or Terminate).  You don't want to miss this mini-episode if you are looking for recommendations on how to interview and what stands out in today's hiring world.  

My good friend, John Todd, joins The Hiring Manager Mini-Episode #2.  "JT" is a successful leader with over 30 years of sales and leadership experience.  John started his sales career in the payroll industry with myself and has continued to thrive in this industry.  He was successful as the Western Region VP Sales with BenefitMall and Advantage Payroll.  Today, John is VP Sales with Asure Software.  In this episode he shares his thoughts on interviewing and networking.  He talks about what to do, what not to and how to separate yourself during the interviewing process.  This is a must download and listen for any current college student or graduate seeking an internship or job!  

Download and listen to how two students and their families leveraged the May 1st College Deadline the right way.  They didn't panic and feel pressure to select a college early on in the process.  Class of '22 Mater Dei Seniors Lauren Haney and Jenny Cullen are joined with their parents to discuss how visiting colleges the last 60 days help make them decide on the University of Wisconsin.  Why are so many Orange County kids joining the Southern California band wagon to Madison?  A must listen too for rising seniors and their parents in the Class of '23!

Download and listen to University of Iowa's senior students Luke Slavens and Bri Mensen.  Both of these students also served at basketball student managers for the Iowa men's and women's basketball teams.  This past March both teams won the Big 10 Tournament Championship during the same year for the 2nd time ever.  Find out what they like and what they don't like about the university.  How did these two get to where they are today?  Luke and Bri discuss the benefits of being student managers.  The two share their favorite hot spots in Iowa City.   You don't want to miss what they say about one of the newest college football traditions..."the wave" at Kinnick Stadium.

The inaugural mini-episode of The Hiring Manager is OUT!  My mentor who approved the hiring of @fongernews out of college in 1993 and then who hired me under his leadership in 2000 is the first guest.  Miguel De Jesus (MDJ) is a CPC (Certified Professional Coach) Executive Coach, and Sales Marketing Consultant.  Miguel is highly accomplished, results-oriented C-Level leader with more than 30+ years of experience leading business management, global sales/marketing, for growth oriented companies and CEOs, with two Fortune 500 companies.  We join Miguel from the campus of Cal State University San Marcos where he currently serves as Director of Business Development, College of Business Administration.  This is a must download and listen for any current college student or graduate seeking an internship or job!  Find out what to do and what not to do and how to separate yourself from others.

Originally going "solo" on today's episode, however, impromptu I have my #1 fan and listener join as I give my take on the upcoming May 1st College Deadline.  We revisit the college road trips we took in high school as I went through the search and admission process.  Also, you don't want to miss Mommy May helping me make a big announcement!  Yes, coming very soon on The Student Manager podcast will be mini-episodes of The Hiring Manager!  These short episodes help college student and graduates on the career search process.  Guests will be hiring executives in the business world sharing their insight and experiences from interviewing, networking, what to do and what not to do and characteristics they look for.  Also, guests will be recent graduates that share raw, real stories and experiences in their career search process.  

Download and listen former student manager from the University of Minnesota, Nick Pederson, who is now the graduate assistant for the men's basketball team.  Nick shares his experience how he didn't get into his dream college, University of Minnesota, after high school.  His story on perseverance and never giving up on his dream school is a must listen to.  Nick also shares the positives and negatives of this Minneapolis campus.  He talks about balancing academics, social life and being part of the basketball program.  For any perspective Gopher student, you will want to find out the top bars, fraternities and sororities and the history of the rivalry between Minnesota and Wisconsin....aka "The Ax". 

Download and listen to three student managers from the University of Oregon women's basketball team.  Mater Dei alum '20 Anna Bradley joins our March Madness episode with her fellow senior manager Josie Williamson and sophomore manager Dawson Prickel.  How did Anna adjust to life in the Pacific Northwest versus the other two who are from Oregon.  The three discuss what they like and what they don't like at Oregon.  They share why they wanted to join the women's basketball team and what they are getting out of this unique experience, including what they have learned from Head Coach Kelly Graves.  Is Eugene full of tree huggers?  Who will win the women's national championship?  You don't want to miss this episode!

Download and listen to Ohio State men's basketball senior student-manager, Michael Adamo, share his experience and stories at Ohio State.  Michael is the 3rd guest from this amazing campus and shares how he has balanced academics, social life and being part of a B1G 10 basketball team.  Also, Michael discusses his future and "The Road to Law School".  If you are thinking about pursuing law school upon, he gives some great tips!  In addition, he gives his insights on the Buckeye's basketball team and makes a prediction for March Madness!  Will Ohio State get bounced in the opening round?

Download and listen to former men's basketball student-manager, Ben Drewall, share his experience and stories at the University of Houston.  This university has been ranked among the best in the United States in a number of categories, including "Top Public Schools" and "Best Value Schools."  Ben was home schooled in Austin, Texas where he played for a private high school basketball academy before enrolling and majoring in business.  He shares social life, academics and how he balanced being a student-manager before becoming an intern for the Houston SaberCats (professional rugby team).  In addition, he gives his insights to the Cougar basketball team and makes a prediction for March Madness!

March Madness is upon us and it's time for The Student Manager Series!  Kicking off my favorite time of the year is sophomore Ryan McMullen who is currently one of the student managers at Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.  Download and listen to how this East Coast kid knew exactly what he wanted out of high school and how's he balancing being a student and part of the men's basketball team.  Ryan is a journalism major and is a college basketball "junkie".  He started @NCAAHoopsNow on Instagram when he was 13 years old!  How will the Warriors do in the Big East Tournament and will Shaka Smart have them dancing in the NCAA Tournament?

Students and parents do NOT want to miss this episode!  Covid has been around for two years and has had impact with high school and college students and their mental health.  Our guest Dr. Melinda Macht-Greenberg has been an educational consultant and clinical psychologist for over 22 years in Massachusetts.  She also is a field placement coordinator and advisor at Tufts University.  She shares her experience with helping students and parents with the lack of motivation and depression.  She gives recommendations on what to do and how to help if your friend or child has anxiety, isolation and depression.  She discusses social media FOMO and suicide.  Bottom line, I recruited this guest to help students and parents who perhaps is experiencing mental health challenges! 

Bella Swart, NHHS 19', communicates her educational road from Orange County School of Arts, to Newport Harbor HS, to the University of Washington, to Orange Coast College and now landing happy at University of California Santa Barbara (UCSB).  Download and listen to her tell the story of what she liked about Seattle and what she didn't like and how she loves the college town of Goleta.  She gives great recommendations to students and parents on the transfer process.  Bella gives insight on rushing a sorority and shares the Gaucho tradition of soccer games.  You don't want to miss this episode!