Higher Education Advocates: Recent Episodes
Theresa L Harris aka Scholarship Momma
Welcome to Scholarship Momma® Higher Education Advocates Podcast, where we discuss higher education, financial aid, and scholarship updates, and from time to time, current events as it pertains to higher education. The goal of the podcast is to empower families to make informed decisions when it comes to college. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/scholarship-momma/support
In this episode, Theresa speaks to Kim Griffith. Kim is an international best-selling author and a speaker.
She is a Student Coach who teaches the science of the mind, mentoring and providing academic assistance to college students to help them have successful outcomes in college.
In this episode, Kim covers:
02:55 - Who is Kim Griffith?
05:15 - The “science of the mind” and “intellectual mind” of humans
07:10 - The power of the subconscious mind
09:05 - Why would a college student need a coach?
11:10 - The Reticular Activating System
13:30 - It is possible to reprogram your brain and change your habits
15:15 - Common challenges that students overcome
19:00 - What does Kim tell a student who wants to give up?
21:10 - Given all the obstacles the students face, how quickly can students turn things around?
To know more about Kim Griffith go to her website:
Website: https://kimgriffith.org/
And follow her on her social media channels
Instagram : @kimgriffiththrive
TikTok: @thrivekimgriffith
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KimGriffithThrive
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJ9lFo7r-rDmyR0fvbYZSQA
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Today, we have Natasha Hamilton. She is an educational advocate and healing justice focus professional with 15 years of program management and program support experience.
In this podcast episode:
02:40 - Who is Natasha Hamilton?
03:25 - Natasha’s post-secondary journey
06:50 - What is a gap year?
09:00 - What are the biggest lessons that Natasha has learned during the global pandemic?
11:30 - How does the healing and social justice work of Natasha fit into a more expansive vision of what education can be?
14:00 - What does Natasha want students to know about continuing their education during and after this pandemic?
17:45 - Where does Natasha see spaces of hope and possibility in education?
19:15 - What is Natasha most excited about for young people as they explore their post-secondary options?
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Instagram: @elgriotandareitoproject
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElGriotandAreitoProject
YouTube: El Griot & Areito Project
El griot + areito project - El Griot and Areito Project is an intergenerational reading and writing community that centers Caribeño stories of liberation, resistance and joy. To learn more about their work and how they are decolonizing with words and stories, follow them on Instagram @elgriotandareitoproject, like them on FaceBook, and subscribe to their YouTube channel!
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Today’s guest is Assata Moore. She studied at Michigan State University. She started teaching elementary school students when she was a student at Michigan State. Eventually, she became a high school principal and was nominated for the Presidential Award Teaching Excellence under President Obama administration. Assata has a strong love for STEM, education, teaching and mathematics.
I hope you enjoy this session and you leave here changed because I certainly did!
In today’s podcast episode:
02:25 - Who is Assata Moore?
04:00 - What inspired Assata Moore to have a love for education? (For audiogram)
05:20 - What is Black Math Genius?
06:35 - Is Crypto currency a part of Black Math Genius program?
07:50 - What is Crypto currency?
10:10 - What does Assata think of the future for higher education?
12:00 - What are the advantages of getting a college education?
15:00 - Future majors that can help our youth
16:50 - What can we expect from Assata in the near future?
Follow Assata Moore:
Website: https://theentrevest.com/
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April is Financial Literacy Month. Financial literacy is the set of skills and knowledge that allows an individual to make effective decisions and be informed with all of their financial resources. Especially right now that the world is dealing with Coronavirus which had a major impact on our financial goals and financial circumstances.
So, as a guest on my podcast, today we are with Michael Benjamin to teach us about financial literacy.
In This Podcast:
02:50 – Introducing Michael Benjamin
08:00 – Michael’s definition of financial literacy
09:10 – Securing a better financial future
12:35 – Struggles with budgeting
16:45 – Strategies to save for families
22:25 – How to talk to your teens in terms of financial tactics
28:00 – Financial suggestions for working teens and teen entrepreneurs
32:10 – How should college students save?
37:20 – Student loans
41:00 – Can a student really borrow a loan?
49:45 – Parents teaching their children about money
53:00 – Credit cards
60:00 – Michael’s tips for families in terms of finances
To get the resources mentioned in the podcast, connect with Michael Benjamin on IG @michobenjamin
Website:https://michaelobenjamin.com
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Victor Diaz Galindo is from Sioux City, Iowa. He’s a TRiO alum from the talent search program. He studied linguistics. Now, Victor works at Western Iowa Tech Community College, with TRiO high school students for the Upper Bound program. He helps prepare students from northwest Iowa (rural area) for college thru the financial aid process and they have to meet certain academic rigor requirements.
In this episode of Higher Education Advocates Podcast:
05:25 - What is TRiO?
07:25 - Trio started with the Economic Opportunity Act of 1964.
08:44 - Who is eligible for TRiO programs?
09:44 - What services are available for Upper Bound program?
11:25 What other opportunities can students get from TRiO?
11:53 - Theresa narrates her TRiO stories.
14:38 - How has life changed for you and the students during COVID-19?
16:45 - Tips and advice for the students.
17:31 - If you could put a message on billboards and families, what would that be?
18:41 - Anything else we should know about TRiO programs?
20:50 - Fun fact about Victor
21:34 - February 27 is National TRiO Day, please send an email to your legislator to advocate for TRiO. #TrioWorks
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Deneene Merchant has been in Higher Education for 30 years now with 15 of those years, specifically related to Financial Aid.
She spent a lot of time working in pre-college and collegiate programs, just helping students be able to gain access to college and then helping them to find a way to pay.
In this episode of Higher Education Advocates Podcast:
03:12 - (FAFSA) Free Application for Federal Student Aid.
03:48 - FAFSA is available beginning October 1 of each year, Deneene encourages all families to complete that application.
04:28 - REMINDER: The FAFSA is free so please do not pay anyone to complete the FAFSA.
05:00- Go to studentaid.gov to complete the FAFSA.
06:32 - What type of financial aid is available to families who complete the FAFSA?
07:36 - Explanation of Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans
08:27 - Deneen explains the importance of federal work-study to students.
09:25 - FAFSA is the first step to receiving financial aid
11:45 - What is the maximum amount of financial aid a student can receive?
12:21 - What is the loan amount for first-time students going to college?
13:25 - What is the importance of doing the FAFSA early?
14:18 - Deneene's advice for families when it comes to comparing colleges?
17:38 - Deneene's advice: she encourages families to review award letters and review costs.
19:43 - Why is it important for families to meet financial aid deadlines?
- and then where can they find the deadlines?
- What can you find out about these deadlines?
22:09 - Deneene message for families?
Contact Deneene at fainfo6752@gmail.com
Links Mentioned:
https://studentaid.gov/
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Lisa Lyons is a Chicago Native who has over 15 years of professional experience in higher education. Lisa received her Bachelors and Masters from Western Illinois University and completed specialized training in Appreciative Advising.
In this episode of Higher Education Advocates Podcast:
04:12 - What inspired you to write this book?
07:32 - How did Lisa come up with the title of her book? The Real Deal A Family's Guide to College
Let’s talk about Chapter 1
08:12 - (Chapter One) Lisa gives some insights on how to prepare for college.
09:00 - Reading, Writing, and Math are what I call life skills.
10:06 - How can reading help you?
11:58 - Parent’s play a crucial role as an educator.
Let’s talk about Chapter 2
13:56 - (Chapter Two) Talks about the timeline as it pertains to the college process and important information.
14:33 - Why do you need to start the process early in your junior years (August -November)?
15:50 - Go to the fairs, workshops, and tours for college preparation.
21:53 - What you need to know about National decision day?
Let’s talk about Chapter 3
22:40 - (Chapter Three) What you need to know about Community College?
Let’s talk about Chapter 4
30:00 - (Chapter Four) money, scholarship grants, and those things called loans.
34:02 - The more you apply for scholarships the more opportunities you will have.
36:22 - Important scholarship advice for families.
Let’s talk about Chapter 5
39:06 - (Chapter Five) Learn the other options for college (vocational careers).
Let’s talk about Chapter 6
46:16 - (Chapter Six) What you need to know about college orientation?
52:23 - Lisa, if you could have a billboard that has a message on there for students, what would that billboard say?
Links Mentioned:
The Real Deal - A Family’s Guide to College https://www.amazon.com/Lisa-Michelle-Lyons/e/B0895JN4S6
https://www.lisalyons80.com/
lisalyons80@gmail.com
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Tammy of Burkley of Tax Solutions has been doing taxes for about 12 years now. Tammy started as a tax preparer with H&R Block and now is an Enrolled Agent with the IRS. She started out at a major retailer H&R Block, and opened up Burkley Tax Solutions a few years ago. As an Enrolled Agent with the IRS, Tammy has the knowledge to review individual and business tax returns. Tammy, loves helping people get their tax life right.
03:43 - Talking about taxes, how does that affect the student loan?
04:54 - For students who are in student loan default what they need to know before they file their taxes.
06:04 - Tammy gave an action item when you're on student loan default (Google treasury offset line and contact student loan lender).
07:46 - Things to do not to get student loans get into default.
09:08 - If you are a college student, and what are some of the things that college students need to know about taxes?
09:26 - What you need to know about American Opportunity credit and the learning lifetime credit?
09:52 - Why is it important to keep all the receipts, and information to put it on your taxes?
11:25 - What are the top three things that students can do right now in terms of taking actions - for students and families?
12:02 - Tammy's suggestion is to save and give a resource to follow Dave Ramsey's steps to save.
17:17 - As college students are entering college graduation, they are going into the job market. What are some of the things that they really need to know?
17:50 - What you need to know about the 401k IRA and Roth.
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Dr. Tiffany M. Gethers is a wife, and mother of three beautiful daughters. She is an advocate for scholars everywhere and a lover of women's empowerment. She loves traveling and spending time with her family.
She is Co-Founder and President of The 2Gethers Foundation. The 2Gethers Foundation is a nonprofit organization where their mission is dedicated to empowering first generation students to attain a college degree.
In this episode of Higher Education Advocates Podcast:
03:53 - A brief background of how The 2Gethers Foundation started.
06:54 - Why is it so important that scholars apply for scholarships?
08:08 - Some tips to scholars when applying for scholarships.
08:59 - Why is it important to create a scholarship calendar?
09:13 - How important it is to create a scholarship calendar during your junior year?
10:32 - What are the qualifications to obtain a scholarship from The 2Gethers Foundation?
11:50 - Important characteristic to qualify for The 2Gethers Foundation scholarship.
13:59 - Dr. Gethers shares her favorite story about one of the scholars.
17:19 - Dr. Gethers shares the particular program she did for families that she didn't expect.
(the outcome just blew her away).
19:44 - Important information about the scholarships, the organization and its founders.
Links Mentioned:
Website: https://www.2gethersfoundation.org/
Instagram: 2gethersfoundationv
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Marilyn Gilbert-Mitchell is a second generation Educator and a lifelong Chicago resident who believes in students pursuing education beyond high school.
She blends skills, information and experience from 30 years in Corporate, Higher Education, Culture, and Secondary Education environments to help students excel.
In this episode of Higher Education Advocates Podcast:
03:51 - What are the top career choices now?
07:09 - What factors should students consider most often when planning for a career?
07:35 - What are the things to consider in choosing your degree in College?
11:30 - What are the interpersonal skills and skills that are important to employers?
13:10 - How do you show leadership and initiative?
13:42 - Why communication skills are important?
15:47 - Many highschool students are undecided when it comes to career choice or major - What are Marilyn's suggestions on helping students decide?
24:26 - What is the point of volunteering and internships as a value add when students are looking for employment?
30:26 - As we faced challenges as a nation what are the other ways of doing community service?
35:39 - We're about six months into the pandemic. What are motivation tips Marilyn wants to share with families?
Links Mentioned:
https://www.facebook.com/mgmcollegesvcs
https://twitter.com/mgmcollegesvcs
https://www.instagram.com/mgmcollegesvcs/
https://www.mgmcollegeservices.com/
https://www.cacareerzone.org/
https://www.careerexplorer.com/
https://www.naviance.com/
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Chris Molina, is a Marine Corps Veteran. A Purdue University alumni and a native of Indiana.
He provides students with the leadership traits and principles they need now so they don't become horrible bosses later.
04:12 - Self-Care Definition
05:25 - Chris suggestion for students so they can implement and maintain self care.
08:24 - List of strategies for becoming an effective student leader?
09:28 - Why do we need to have a mentor?
11:18 - How do you know that you're a leader?
13:26 - How to become a better leader?
15:26 - How student leaders and students can stay focused in general? Amidst of everything happening during this pandemic.
18:54 - What are the benefits of self care?
25:00 - Great example for motivation.
27:37 - Resources for students and student leaders.
30:03 - Why do you need to find a registered dietitian?
32:52 - Motivational tips Chris would share with students, student leaders and families during this pandemic.
Links Mentioned:
Resources:
https://www.eatright.org/
https://www.choosemyplate.gov/
Podcast
Professional By Choice Podcast
Contact information:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-molina/
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Kwadjo Glenn, is the owner of ACT Prep Chicago, a tutoring company that provides test prep and Mr. Glenn’s Math Tutoring, a company that provides math tutoring to students.
He has received a teacher certification and for 18 years, he has been a highly successful professional educator.
ACT Prep Chicago has been named one of best test prep companies in Chicago by CBS local and we have several scholarship recipients as alum of our program.
06:41 - Brief Description of test optional admissions and scholarships
8:49 - Mr. Glenn advice for taking standardized exams and details about test optional admissions and scholarships.
11:54 - Mr. Glenn shares some tips if students elect to bypass the ACT/SAT to share with colleges.
13:04 - When should students start preparing for the exam?
17:38 - Mr. Glenn shares the tips and tricks about students' options on submitting their scores.
19:31- When the student decides to take the exam, which exam should the student take?
20:18 - The difference between SAT and ACT.
23:53 - When talking about admissions, what score is needed for admissions?
28:56 - Explain how a student can get a good score.
31:02 - Feedback regarding standardized testing for the African American community?
35:32 - Emphasizes the student’s needs to have a tutor to help them.
39:03 - Mr. Glenn shares tips for students who like to be successful on the exam.
41:40 - Mr. Glenn shares the results they got with the students.
45:28 - Mr. Glenn shares his motivation tips for families during this time of COVID.
Links Mentioned:
@actprepchicago
www.actprepchicago.com
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Chuck is a Warranty Administrator with a major company.
As a teenager education has always been a strong standpoint in the household.He believes thateducation is needed to get you where you want to be in life.
03:22 - Brief definition of default.
04:15 - Chuck tells us about his education background.
07:58 - How Chuck loan doubled after he completed his education.
09:33 - Chuck tells us his process of paying student loans.
15:31 - Establishing a repayment plan with the lender.
18:01 - How and when Chuck ended up with a loan default?
19:51 - Chuck tells about wage garnishment.
23: 55 - How loan rehabilitation works and how did Chuck make use of the program.
28:55 - Chuck is out of default and sharing he’s new repayment and what are his processes.
30:57 - Chuck piece of advice for everyone who is having problems with student loans default?
31:28 - Chuck shares about the penalties and interest that occurs for his loan default.
32:56 What are the comments Chuck can give to legislators in regards to student loans?
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This week's podcast I'm interviewing LaDonna Bracy (MBA), is the founder of The Vision Board Academy and Vision Board Success for Your Business. LaDonna is a woman of faith who believes that everyone has the power to obtain what they dream about. Her humorous but no-nonsense approach has helped both herself and others succeed at achieving goals. Get ready to pray, laugh, cry, and be inspired as she shares her wisdom and resources to help you take action on what you put on your Vision Board.
In this episode of Higher Education Advocates Podcast:
03:37 - What is a Vision Board?
04:15 - How Vision Boards works for College Students
06:21 - Vision boards do they really work?
06:28 - What are LaDonna 5 Vision Boards Principles?
07:28 - Faith without works is dead.
08:34 - Vision boards can work, they do work. And there are plenty of examples of how they do work. It works, if you work it.
10:01 - What are the reasons why we should put dates on our vision board?
12:04 - What advice will LaDonna give for College Students who are still trying to figure out things that they want to put on their Vision Board?
16:48 - What advice will LaDonna give for College Students who already know things that they want to put on their Vision Board?
18:11 - What are the ways in creating a Vision Board?
19:51 - Where can we put our Vision Board?
22:06 - In creating a Vision Board do someone need a party or they can do it on their own?
23:47 - Regarding COVID what are the things this situation taught to LaDonna and what are the tips she can share?
Links Mentioned:
https://www.facebook.com/visionboardacademy/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/vbsuccess/
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Charlene Rhinehart studied accounting and finance at DePaul University, graduated at 22 without student loans because she did not want to leave college with debt.. Charlene paid off all her student loan debt at 22, became a Certified Public Accountant at 23, and left her dream job to live her dream life at 28. She created platforms such as Career Goddess Academy and Wealthy Women Daily so that individuals can fund their dreams, attract career success and create a lifestyle they love.
In this episode of Higher Education Advocates Podcast:
4:27 - What should parents and students know before entering college?
4:54 - Charlene believes that people should know and understand the cost of education and the return on their investment so that they can maximize it.
5:58 - What skills should students master to help them find their education?
9:00 - Charlene shares the earlier you start the self work process and training, the more prepared you are and the faster you can attract opportunities.
13:50 - Charlene believes that three pieces of your scholarship success pie will be leadership, community service and academic excellence.
17:00 - Charlene share’s the secret formula on how she paid off her student loan at the age of 22.
19:07 - Some advice from Charlene “Think about different organizations that align with your major because all of those organizations can give you scholarships.”
21:30 - Charlene gives tips on how she applied for scholarships and how important it is to get your essays together and get your letters of recommendations together.
22:59 - Charlene gives some great tips for better ideas and some direction in writing your essays.
24:44 - Things that Charlene wants the listeners to understand before going on to College.
26:20 - How did Charlene keep herself healthy doing this COVID-19?
Links Mentioned:
Dividends Are a Queen's Best Friend Book - https://www.amazon.com/Dividends-Are-Queens-Best-Friend/dp/1689283386/ Charlene Rhinehart, CPA, PMP LinkedIN - https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlenerhinehart/
Charlene Rhinehart Twitter - https://twitter.com/CharRhinehart
IG:@charlenerhinehart
Point of Clarification:
The $100,000+ Charlene received was an accumulation of scholarships + internships.
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“This was an earlier recording while school was still in session”
Rockell is an Author and a Professional Speaker. Rockell's role as a school counselor has allowed her to help teens and young adults identify their career paths.
4:46 - What are Rockell’s suggestions for the first-generation college students during this pandemic?
6:32 - For first-generation college students what should they be focusing on right now? So they'd be ready to go in the fall?
9:01 - Rockell share’s about the book she wrote and how it could be a good resource and tool for students and undergraduates.
10:39 - Rockell share’s few examples of how a student succeeds in school with everything that’s happening now especially this COVID-19.
12:02 - Rockell gives tips on how to take care of yourself during this time?
12:35 - Rockell’s book talked about the importance of emotional intelligence, how to be aware of your emotions, and being aware of others also.
14:47 - Rockell share’s her thoughts on how students succeed in life when something like COVID-19 comes their way?
15:24 - Why and how to create a vision board?
21:28 - Being at home as everyone, what is a typical day for a college counselor?
22:29 - Rockell piece of advice for the listeners?
Links Mentioned:
Success Habits Book: https://www.amazon.com/Success-Habits-Rockell-Bartoli/dp/1975916824 Website: http://www.rockellbartoli.com/
Facebook:https://web.facebook.com/rockellbartoli/
Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rockellbartoli/
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Jamie Newsom is the Assistant Director of Regional Recruitment and Outreach in the Office of Undergraduate Admissions at IUPUI (Indiana University- Purdue University Indianapolis). She is remotely based in Chicago and is responsible for all nonresident recruitment initiatives for the university. She has been in admissions for about 12 years.
03:36 - What are the Admission factors Jamie recommends to students when they start their applications?
05:09 - What are the changes that COVID-19 brings into their plans for prospective students?
07:13 - Virtual options for organizations are possible in summer and also into the fall.
08:30 -If students take the virtual tour they’ll have the chance to see the potential colleges they wish to attend.
09:01 - Tips for the application process to stand out from the others.
10:39 - Tips in writing essays that Jamie thinks are really helpful for the students.
12:01 - More tips for writing an essay to make it interesting for college admissions counselors.
13:35 - Important things Jamie wishes students would ask early in the process?
15:14 - What is Jamie doing to stay healthy? What are the things Jamie and her family are doing to stay safe?
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Renee Causay. She received her master's in Community Counseling from DePaul University and is currently in her last year working on her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology with a concentration in Neuropsychology. Today we'll be talking about emotional well being for children doing COVID-19 and share some tips on how families can help their children.
04:21 - What is the potential impact of COVID-19 on children's emotional being?
05:05 - COVID-19 has a huge emotional impact on kids.
06:37 - What is the potential impact of COVID-19 on college students?
07:40 - What is Renee's view on virtual learning?
08:33 - How this situation impacts college students economically and emotional well-being?
09:26 - The signs to look for if your child may be depressed and how important that it’s addressed right?
12:15 - How do we help children cope during this time, when we can’t take our children to facilities?
12:45 - Transparency is very important, parents or guardians should have honest conversations with their kids about what's going on, right now.
19:25 - What advice can you give to teachers as it pertains to remote learning because it's about staying connected.
20:53 - Letting teachers know that they don't have to do this on their own. They need a strong support system. And that support system can come from parents being actively involved in helping the teacher out.
23:14 - How did Renee keep herself healthy during COVID-19?
26:03 - What people should do, that is necessary for them to survive in this pandemic.
Links Mentioned:
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Joyce Weston is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Lead Therapist at Amaryllis Wellness Services, Inc. Today we are going to be talking about mental health and wellness during Covid-19 and we will share tips on how to survive during this pandemic.
In this episode of Higher Education Advocates Podcast:
02:40 - Who is Joyce Weston?
03:30 - How does Covid-19 impact mental health?
05:30 - How does Covid-19 impact the way we educate? What are people doing about it now?
06:35 - How will teens be impacted?
08:14 - How can we practice self-care? What can we do?
10:30 - How can parents help their teens practice self-care?
12:15 - How can parents explain the current situation to their teens?
14:00 - How can teachers cope with the remote learning process?
15:30 - How is Joyce keeping herself healthy?
How can you contact Joyce?
https://www.awsfullbloom.com/
773-397-9161
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/awsfullbloom/
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