Leaders and Best Podcast: Recent Episodes

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If you have questions you'd like us to discuss on the podcast, email us at campusday@umich.edu with "Podcast" in the subject line!

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Hello again!

Before we close out this season of the Leaders & Best Podcast, we decided to ask our graduating seniors for words of advice for incoming first years at Michigan! Listen to host Charlotte and our graduating Campus Day leaders as they all pass on what they have learned to you, our incoming Wolverines!

And, of course, a hearty congratulations to all of our graduating seniors this year: Alanna, Cam, Charlotte, Emme, Justin, Krisha, Lisbeth, Meghana, Spencer, Sydney, Temi, and Theo!

GO BLUE!

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On the final (already??) episode of this season of the Leaders and Best Podcast, cohosts Emilee and Charlotte talk with Caroline, Sarah, and Sydney about the best spots to study on campus and in the downtown Ann Arbor area, as well as some tips and tricks to stay on top of your schoolwork during a busy academic year!

U-M Study Spaces and Places

Union, League, and Pierpont Commons Study Areas

School of Social Work

Tappan Fine Arts Library

Samuel T. Dana Building

James and Anne Duderstadt Center

Hatcher Library

Law Library

Shapiro UnderGraduate LIbrary

Ross School of Business

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On this episode of The Leaders and Best Podcast, co-hosts Emilee and Charlotte talk about opportunities for free and discounted things on campus, including food, events, entertainment, and other resources!

If you have questions you'd like us to discuss on the podcast for next season, email us at campusday@umich.edu with "Podcast" in the subject line!

Go Blue!

Maize & Blue Cupboard

Clothes Closet | University Career Center

Welcome Wednesdays | Alumni Association

U-M Recreational Centers

UMix Late Night

Passport to the Arts

U-M Athletic Events

Happening @ Michigan

MCard Discounts

Ann Arbor Restaurant Week

Big Ticket Productions

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Season 2 of the Leaders and Best Podcast continues! For this episode, co-hosts Charlotte and Lisbeth talk with Sarah and Justin about academic support services and career-oriented services and opportunities at the University of Michigan!

Math Lab

Science Learning Center

Language Resource Center

Sweetland Writing Center

Newnan Academic Advising Center

Comprehensive Studies Program Advising Center

Public Service Internship Program

University Career Center (Clothes Closet)

LSA Opportunity Hub

Career Development Office (School of Information)

Ford School Career Services

University Career Alumni Network (UCAN)

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Season 2 of the Leaders and Best Podcast continues with a conversation about diversity, equity, and inclusion at the University of Michigan. Hosts Charlotte and Lisbeth, along with guests Bobbi and Micah, talk about the history of U-M and experiences of current U-M students, resources, organizations, and ongoing efforts to build a more inclusive and equitable community on campus.

U-M Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Strategic Plan

The Trotter Multicultural Center

Spectrum Center

The Office of Academic Multicultural Initiatives

U-M MLK Symposium

Multi-Ethnic Student Affairs

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Welcome back! Join our hosts Charlotte and Emilee, as well as guests Siobhan and Meghana, as they reflect on their experiences as first-year students at the University of Michigan, and discuss the best ways to navigate the challenges of being a first-year at U-M.

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Welcome to season two of the Leaders and Best Podcast! Join our hosts Charlotte and Lisbeth, along with guests Julia and Siobhan, as they discuss the best tips and tricks for weathering your first winter season in Ann Arbor!

If you have questions you'd like us to discuss on the podcast next year, email us at campusday@umich.edu with "Podcast" in the subject line!

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In our last episode of the year, Sarah and Charlotte join Jordan and Katie to share their tips for living with a roommate, finding housing after your first year, and dispel a few myths about moving to College. 

If you have questions you'd like us to discuss on the podcast next year, email us at campusday@umich.edu with "Podcast" in the subject line!

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In this quick-hitting episode, Mark and Lisbeth go over some of the most famous campus myths, legends, and ghOOOoooOOost stories. 

Stay tuned for next week when Katie and Jordan share their tips for meeting your roommate and the top things they would tell their first year selves, if they had a time machine.

If you have questions you'd like us to discuss on the podcast, email us at campusday@umich.edu with "Podcast" in the subject line!

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Recent grads Samantha ('20) and Madison ('20) join Jordan and Katie to reminisce on their time at Michigan and discuss how Michigan helped set them up for life after graduation. 

Stay tuned for next week when we delve into Ann Arbor's local legends and the importance of the Block M!

If you have questions you'd like us to discuss on the podcast, email us at campusday@umich.edu with "Podcast" in the subject line!

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Jack and Justin hop on the podcast to share how they found their place at Michigan and their tips for a successful move to Ann Arbor. 

If you have questions you'd like us to discuss on the podcast, email us at campusday@umich.edu with "Podcast" in the subject line!

Stay tuned for next week when we interview recent graduates, Sam and Madi, about their time at Michigan!

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Brianna and Meghana hop on the pod to discuss their first year experiences, how they found their majors, and share their advice for having a successful first year at Michigan.

If you have questions you'd like us to discuss on the podcast, email us at campusday@umich.edu with "Podcast" in the subject line!

Stay tuned for next week when we talk about transitioning to campus and the resources in place to help you along the way!

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Jack, Mark, and Meghana hop on the podcast to discuss on-campus dining, their best tips for letting your taste buds explore Ann Arbor, and how to feed yourself as an off-campus student. 

If you have questions you'd like us to discuss on the podcast, email us at campusday@umich.edu with "Podcast" in the subject line!

Stay tuned for next week when we dive into strategies to make your first year a success in and out of the classroom!

To learn more about the resources we discussed on today's podcast, check out the links below!

Destination Ann Arbor

Being Not Rich at UM

Maize & Blue Cupboard

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Join Katie and Jordan as they interview current Wolverines Sarah, Lisbeth, Meghana, and Charlotte about how they found their fit on campus. We'll discuss finding student organizations, fraternity and sorority life, and ways to get involved athletically, even if you don't have a future in professional sports.

If you have questions you'd like us to discuss on the podcast, email us at campusday@umich.edu with "Podcast" in the subject line!

Stay tuned for next week when we discuss all things food in Ann Arbor!

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Join Jordan and Katie as they discuss strategies for staying mentally and physically well on campus with current Wolverines Emilee, Kemi, Charlotte, and Jack.

If you have questions you'd like us to discuss on the podcast, email us at campusday@umich.edu with "Podcast" in the subject line!

Stay tuned for next week when Sarah and Lisbeth join the podcast to talk about student organizations and the Arts on campus. 

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Current University of Michigan seniors, Katie and Jordan, welcome you to the U-M community and introduce the Leaders and Best podcast. Stay tuned for more episodes throughout this semester!