Episodes

  • Office Spotlight: Off Campus Life

    Office Spotlight: Off Campus Life
    Nov 2 2020
    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.
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    39 mins
  • A Family Ambassador's Outlook on Student Support - Part II

    A Family Ambassador's Outlook on Student Support - Part II
    Oct 11 2020
    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.
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    32 mins
  • A Family Ambassador's Outlook on Student Support - Part I

    A Family Ambassador's Outlook on Student Support - Part I
    Oct 4 2020
    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.
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    29 mins
  • The Student Perspective as told by a Recent Graduate

    The Student Perspective as told by a Recent Graduate
    Sep 20 2020
    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.
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    38 mins
  • Office Spotlight: University of Florida Police Department

    Office Spotlight: University of Florida Police Department
    Sep 11 2020
    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
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    41 mins
  • Office Spotlight: Counseling & Wellness Center - Part II

    Office Spotlight: Counseling & Wellness Center - Part II
    May 11 2020
    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.
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    27 mins
  • Office Spotlight: Counseling & Wellness Center - Part I

    Office Spotlight: Counseling & Wellness Center - Part I
    May 4 2020
    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.
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    26 mins
  • The Family Perspective as told by a UF Staff Member - Part II

    The Family Perspective as told by a UF Staff Member - Part II
    Apr 2 2020
    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.
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    30 mins