The 40-year-old Undergrad: Recent Episodes
Shannon Maldonado
The 40-year-old Undergrad closely examines the various aspects of educating adult college students and the unique challenges they face in pursuing a college degree or credential. Hosts Melba Goliday and Shannon Maldonado of Eastern Illinois University bring their years of personal and professional experience to the mic to discuss various topics relevant to this dynamic student demographic.
The reports of our demise are GREATLY exaggerated! After what seems like an eternity, or just a rough fall semester, your battle-weary hosts Melba Goliday and Shannon Maldonado are back with a new episode!
If you've ever wondered what an academic advisor is really for, then wonder no further as we dive into one of the most important resources an adult college student can have. Plus, we are joined by the fabulous Rachel Gourley Fischer, academic advisor extraordinaire, of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College to discuss the unique advising needs of adult students.
Deconstructing the University: In this series, Melba and Shannon do a deep dive into the various departments that comprise that hallowed institution known as 'University.'
In this episode, we begin with an area near and dear to Melba - tech support. Tune in as your fearless hosts attempt to demystify this critical yet often maligned department.
**Links:
8 Things Every Higher Ed IT Help Desk Needs to Support Students
https://collegiseducation.com/news/technology/higher-ed-it-help-desk-requirements/**
Hosts Melba Goliday and Shannon Maldonado examine the different post-secondary degree options available to adult learners. Also, they will discuss the various types of degree programs geared towards adults.
**Links:
A Guide to Different Types of College Degrees:*https://www.usnews.com/education/best-colleges/articles/a-guide-to-different-types-of-college-degrees* Best Colleges: Best Accelerated Online Degree Programs of 2022:*https://www.bestcolleges.com/bachelor/accelerated/* 5 Types of Academic Degrees: Which is Right for You?:**https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/types-of-academic-degrees
This week hosts Melba Goliday and Shannon Maldonado crush hard on Eastern Illinois University and the Interdisciplinary Studies degree program. Also, Melba shares an abundance of good news.
Who is an 'adult student?' This week hosts Melba Goliday and Shannon Maldonado attempt to define adult college students with varying degrees of success. Also, they explore the top reasons adults decide to return to school.
Links:
Post University: 7 Reasons Adult Learners Are Going Back to School:
https://post.edu/blog/7-reasons-to-go-back-to-school-why-more-adults-are-heading-back-to-college/
EAB: Adult learners: Who they are & what they want from college:
https://eab.com/insights/daily-briefing/adult-learner/adult-learners-who-they-are-what-they-want-from-college/
National Center for Education Statistics (NCES): Nontraditional Undergraduates/Definitions and Data:
https://nces.ed.gov/pubs/web/97578e.asp
American Council on Education (ACE): Post-traditional Learners:
https://www.acenet.edu/Research-Insights/Pages/Student-Support/Post-Traditional-Learners.aspx
Welcome to the first episode of the 40-year-old Undergrad! In this episode, your hosts, Melba Goliday and Shannon Maldonado introduce themselves and share more about the show and their personal educational journeys.