Chambersburg to College's Podcast: Recent Episodes
Chambersburg to College
Our podcast is made to inform local Chambersburg, PA students about the process of applying and matriculating to college. We celebrate and hear the stories of Chambersburg alumni who are currently at college or who have recently graduated.
Hi all! Welcome back to the Chambersburg to College podcast. This week, we interview Shaquasia Gordon, Howard University class of 2023, and CASHS class of 2019. We talk about Shaquasia’s experience applying and entering college at a Historically Black University (HBCU) and how that may be a little different from some of her classmates who entered Predominantly White Institution (PWI) -- as well as how she delineated power from the student body around her at Howard. Shaquasia hopes that her story can shed a light on an option that is often not looked at by CASHS students and hopes that HBCUs can be seen as a possibility rather than just something we talk about. Thanks for tuning in and we hope you enjoy it!
Welcome back to the Chambersburg to College podcast! This week, we interview Jay Eury, CASHS class of 2006, and William and Mary, Class of 2010. Jay is a leader in our community, having helped lead the Franklin County portion of the Gleaning Project and organizing the North Square Farmer’s Market. Yet, in high school, all Jay wanted to do was read books. We chronicle a few steps along the way in Jay’s life to where he is now: enrolling at William and Mary, becoming an American Studies major, driving his 18 wheeler across the United States, and returning to his roots back here in Chambersburg. For those who are interested in community service or want to become a service leader in the community, we believe this podcast is for you!
One note -- due to some technical difficulties, Jay’s audio had to be recorded using different software, giving it a phone voice sound. We apologize and still hope you glean some useful information. Thanks for tuning in and we hope you enjoy it!
Welcome back to the Chambersburg to College podcast! This week, we interviewed Mitch Stahl, CASHS Class of 2013, and UCLA class of 2017. Throughout this podcast, we talk through Mitch’s storied volleyball career, which started in Chambersburg in 9th grade and now has led him to compete at this year’s Tokyo Summer Olympics for the United States. In our conversation with Mitch, he explains that Chambersburg is a special place -- one that helped him get his footing as an athlete, student, and person. He shares with us the life lessons that both his parents and the community have instilled in him that have led him to continued success. We feel strongly that regardless if you’re a student-athlete or if you're a student looking for some inspiration, this podcast is for you. Take some time to listen to our conversation with Mitch and we hope you enjoy it! Thanks for listening!
This week, we interview Cole Elbel, CASHS class of 2014, and Moody Bible Institute class of 2018. When leaving Chambersburg, Cole planned to become a pastor. Today, he works for a Fortune 100 company as a financial planner. How did that happen? We talk through Cole’s transition from Chambersburg to his newfound home of Chicago: where he learned so much about different people, took chances on new activities like comedy and improv, and, ultimately, learned so much about himself on the way. What stands out about this conversation alongside Cole’s journey to where he is today is shared with his advice to students today -- baby steps. Take some time to hear our conversation with Cole and we really hope you enjoy it! Thanks for listening!
Trigger Warning: situations involving gun violence are discussed in this podcast.
In this episode, we feature Alex Orr, CASHS class of 2014, and Embry-Riddle University 2018 and 2019. Listen as we discuss Alex's pursuit of becoming a commercial air pilot, by taking classes and getting flight hours while at college. She shares her perspective on both being a student at Embry-Riddle and an athlete as a Track and Field/Cross Country team member during her time there. While you may not want to be a pilot -- this podcast is still really interesting and inspiring for any student who wants to go to college! Thanks for listening and we hope you enjoy it!
This week, we interview Tyler Reasner, CASHS class of 2014, and United States Naval Academy class of 2020. Tyler's story is one where students from all different spots in their college search can get some inspiration: he shares with us his motivation for wanting to be in the Naval Academy and how he rearranged himself after not getting in the first time. Yet, he persevered and shares with us both the mindset that leads him to his success and the importance of the mentors he had along the way. We are so excited to share Tyler's story with you all and we hope you enjoy it!
This week, we interview Jahneek Fant, CASHS class of 2018 and Cal U of PA class of 2022. Jahneek is receiving a degree in mathematics and a degree in Secondary Education with a focus on mathematics. Listen as we discuss Jahneek's experience and passion for education and students. We talk about what lead him to teaching and the advice he would give to students who are interested in the career field. We hope you enjoy this episode as much as we did recording it!
This week on the Chambersburg to College podcast, we feature Victoria Lehtimaki, CASHS class of 2015, and University of Akron class of 2019. Join us as we discuss Victoria's experience as a student in STEM and learn more about how she entered both the social and academic spheres at Akron. We hope you enjoy this episode!
This week, we welcome Mark Leeper, CASHS class of 2013, and University of Pennsylvania class of 2016, to the Chambersburg to College podcast. We were originally excited to discuss what Mark has learned about college after leaving college, but our conversation was much more rounded. Mark is wise and it showed through in our conversation: listen as we discuss point of reference, Mark's best advice to students from Chambersburg, and, of course, what he's learned since he's graduated. Thanks for listening and we hope you enjoy it!
Welcome back to our podcast! This week, we welcome Katelyn McPaul, Columbia University '22 and CASHS '18 to our podcast. Katelyn is an environmental science major and is planning to receive a minor certification in Russian language and culture. Join us as we discuss her experiences doing research and traveling to bolster her classroom experiences, her navigation toward feeling like she belonged at Columbia and some of the extracurricular experiences she has had so far. Thanks for tuning in -- we hope you enjoy it!
Welcome back to the Chambersburg to College podcast. This week we interview Max Raulli, a first-year at Franklin and Marshall College. We discuss his viewpoint on entering college during COVID-19 and trying very new things in college. Thanks for tuning in this week and we hope you enjoy it!
This week, we welcome Vincent Wijaya, CMS '19, and Ship U '23 to the podcast. Listen as we talk through some of the stories Vincent brings to us: learning he was valedictorian at CMS; understanding how he wanted to study law; and his best tips on building community as a commuter. We hope you enjoy it!
This week, we interview CASD Foundation Director Angela Lynch, to discuss Foundation Scholarships for graduating seniors going into post-secondary education. We learn about the passion Angela has for the students of Chambersburg and hear more about her own experience as a first-generation college student that propels her into this work. If your a senior and need some extra funds for college, definitely check this podcast out. Or, if you're a Chambersburg student looking for some motivation, Angela's stories will definitely help. We hope you enjoy the episode!
CASD Foundation website: https://www.casdonline.org/foundation
This week, we interview Edith Aguilera, Gettysburg University, Class of 2023. Edith is a Chemistry major on the pre-med track, also receiving a minor in Spanish. We talked about mental health as a college student, some of the difficulties of being the first in your family to go to college, and what she hopes to do in the medical field after college. Thanks for listening and we hope you enjoy it!
This week, we interview Avery Rife, who’s also from the University of Pittsburgh, class of 2021. Avery is a Nursing major who’s receiving a minor in Social Work. Hear us talk about Nursing during COVID-19, her club lacrosse team winning a national championship, and the general transition from Chambersburg to a city. Thanks for listening and we hope you enjoy it!
This week, we interview Andrew Feldman, Shippensburg University '21. Hear us discuss his transfer process, running track in college, and how he gets along with his housemates off campus! Hope you enjoy it!
This week, we spend time talking with Brandol Galicia, UVA '24. Hear us discuss several topics, like the Questbridge scholarship, what life was like last semester, and his best advice with time management. We hope you enjoy it!
This week, we feature three Chambersburg alums who are all Lenfest Scholars. With the application deadline coming up, we wanted to make sure that we offered some unique perspective as it pertains to the application and program. Hear Tyler, Emily, and Eduardo all discuss their thoughts on the special parts of the Lenfest program, what the application was like for them, and their best tips for students applying right now. We hope you enjoy it!
Welcome to Season 2 of the Chambersburg to College podcast! In our season premiere, we feature a conversation with Kutztown junior Rachel Dusman, where we talk about athletics and its role in her life at college. If you're a student-athlete looking to go into the next level, you should definitely check out this pod. Thanks for listening!
Welcome to the season 1 finale for the Chambersburg to College podcast! We've had a great season and have appreciated your advice on the way. We look forward to 2021 for season 2! For this podcast, we interview CASHS and CMS advisor Alyssa Bower. Listen to us talk about choosing schools, filling out your FAFSA and CSS profile, and staying motivated on college during a pandemic. Thanks for listening and we hope you enjoy!
Get ready for an exciting one this week! This week we interview three CASHS teachers about college applications during COVID, letters of rec, and the best ways to write your college essays. Join Mrs. Parett, Mrs. Hartung, and Mrs. DeWald as they share their perspective on the ground working with students directly. Thanks for listening and we hope you enjoy it!
This week, we interviewed Kelton's twin brother Kyle and talked about his education at IUP. Hear him talk about his advocacy, doing what he wanted as a vocal performance major, and figuring out he was really loud. Thanks for listening and we hope you enjoy it.
This week, we have three students from Chambersburg who have recently been accepted to Princeton University. Listen as Emma Guare, Madison Mellinger and our co-host Kelton Chastulik discuss their application process to Princeton, financial aid, and transitioning to the prestigious school. Hope you enjoy it!
This week, our guest for this podcast is Hemela Amdeta, CASHS class of 2017, and American University class of 2021. Hermela is a public health major. Hear her discuss her views on applying to college, how her identities have shaped her experience, and her advice for students currently looking to apply.
Meet Robyn, CASHS class of 2016 and University of Virginia class of 2020. Robyn was a computer engineering major and currently works at Microsoft. In this podcast, hear Robyn discuss her love for the UVA band, her appreciation of college fairs at school, and the advice she’d give her high school senior self. Hope you enjoy it!
In this episode, we podcast with Carlos Vera, CASHS class of 2017, and Penn State class of 2020. Carlos currently is employed at Lockheed Martin. In this podcast, hear Carlos discuss choosing a college from an immigrant perspective, feeling confident in your decisions, and using college as a stepping stone for your future. Thanks for listening and we hope that you enjoy it.
Angel is a Senior from Cal U of PA studying Criminal Justice with a minor in Spanish and Leadership studies. Hear from her about her experience applying to college, the importance of student groups at college, and the oh-my-gosh moments she's had at school. Hope you enjoy it!
Welcome to our first episode of Chambersburg to College. This week, we feature LJ Wilkinson, a sophomore at Arcadia University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. LJ studies Politics, Government and Law, and is a member of the Tennis Team, the Track and Field team, and the Student Government. Hear LJ's thoughts around applying to college, the things he's involved in, and college food. Excited to share with you!