The RockCast: Recent Episodes
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The RockCast is a podcast BY Rockhurst University students FOR Rockhurst University students... and prospective students, families, alumni, faculty, staff, squirrels in The Quad, etc.
Recorded May 8, 2023In the last RockCast episode of Season 3… Seniors Damian and Bri’Yana talk with Katia about their Rockhurst career, what’s next for them, advice for incoming students… as well as imposter syndrome setting in. All this and more: •Not feeling worthy•“I deserve the good things that come into my life.”•Everyone has their own story•Twinsie Awards for Bri and Damian•Met Gala looks for Commencement•Damian talks about his favorite color•Spending “Big Girl Money”•Hawk Walk in heels•Barefoot is not an option•After graduation: What happens next? •Sponsor Bri for $5,000•Grad certificates + an MBA•Track Team Damian•Box jumps•“I’m 5’2” on a good day”•“I just love jumping!”•Kansas City > St. Louis > Greece > New Orleans > Fairfax, Virginia•Master’s Degree in Public Health with a concentration in Health Equity and Social Justice•More twinning: Grad Assistants•Bri to give student government a try•“I need a Big Girl Job”•Put a ring on it•I’m a biomedical technician•GRE prepping to get an early start on grad school applications•Floating the Buffalo River•Reflecting on 4 Years at Rockhurst•RA’s in the woods•Intramural sports – basketball, soccer, football, volleyball, dodgeball…•What would you tell your freshman self? Advice for incoming freshmen•Whatever opportunity comes your way, just take it •Random conversation with a professor that led to an internship•Put yourself out there – talk to someone!•“Sing it for us”•You don’t have to have the loudest voice, but there are small things on campus that can help your voice be heard•Take care of home first before you take care of campus•Rockhurst offers free therapy – take care of yourself!•The secret to making things start to work out Be sure to rate, review, like and share! RockCast webpage: www.rockhurst.edu/rockcast Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockcast/id1535098849 Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/5KOYftRZk5v2Ncs5S3HKcp Google Podcasts - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZGNsb3VkLmNvbS91c2Vycy9zb3VuZGNsb3VkOnVzZXJzOjg5MTEwOTkwNi9zb3VuZHMucnNz?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwir3vftrq77AhX9kYkEHYLOAvAQ9sEGegQIARAC Stitcher – http://stitcher.com/podcast/the-rockcast SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/rockhurstu All RockCasts on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd3zC-K02eqaFoYsvA00gpfoOmvocXsbm
(Season 3, Episode 7) In this week’s episode of the RockCast, Damian and guest co-host Faizion talk about:•Hawk Wild Week Preview•RockStock, FOSA right around the corner •How do you handle stress and tests? •Study break ideas and daily routines•Your Re-set Day•Take time for yourself by yourself•Your goal is your mission; keep your eyes forward•RU Counseling Center – Talk without judgment•Speak on your feelings•Seniors approaching the finish line•Storm watching•Thunder and lightning-ing•Weather puns•The new BSU president speaks •The outgoing BSU president reacts•Leadership opportunities on campus•How does Rockhurst help students become good leaders? •We, as college students, need to speak for those who can’t speak for themselves•It’s up to us to build the Lego tower as leaders•The importance of connecting with faculty, and faculty connecting with students•Challenges as an org president•Striving to understand each other, because even within an organization we all think differently •Black Student Union isn’t just for Black students; New president pushing for more diversity•Connecting to faculty, especially on a smaller campus•Spill the Tea – practical steps in response to students•LaTisha Davis excelling in her role as Director of Multicultural Belonging and Engagement•Platforms to help build community on campusRecorded April 11, 2023You can find our college student podcast on the following services. Be sure to rate, review, like and share! RockCast webpage: www.rockhurst.edu/rockcastApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockcast/id1535098849Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/5KOYftRZk5v2Ncs5S3HKcpGoogle Podcasts - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZGNsb3VkLmNvbS91c2Vycy9zb3VuZGNsb3VkOnVzZXJzOjg5MTEwOTkwNi9zb3VuZHMucnNz?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwir3vftrq77AhX9kYkEHYLOAvAQ9sEGegQIARACStitcher – http://stitcher.com/podcast/the-rockcastSoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/rockhurstuAll RockCasts on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd3zC-K02eqaFoYsvA00gpfoOmvocXsbm
(Season 3, Episode 6) In this week’s episode of the RockCast, the group welcomes Rosa to the pod to talk about:Spring Break• Plans and planning the plans• Spring Break goals if money was no object• Let’s meet in 30 years to see if our Spring Break goals came trueWomen’s History Month at a Former All-Boys School• It’s a different Rockhurst now (since 1969), and why that’s such a good thing• Female role models and why• Glass ceilings were meant to be broken• What my stay-at-home mom thinks of me breaking the family tradition of wives being stay-at-home momsComing Soon: New Sports• New sports coming … what other sports should be added? • Where do we put the football field? • Fun Fact: Having a swim team means we can get UMKC pool memberships• Is there even room for more sports? You can find our college student podcast on the following services. Be sure to rate, review, like and share! RockCast webpage: www.rockhurst.edu/rockcastApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockcast/id1535098849Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/5KOYftRZk5v2Ncs5S3HKcpGoogle Podcasts - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZGNsb3VkLmNvbS91c2Vycy9zb3VuZGNsb3VkOnVzZXJzOjg5MTEwOTkwNi9zb3VuZHMucnNz?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwir3vftrq77AhX9kYkEHYLOAvAQ9sEGegQIARACStitcher – http://stitcher.com/podcast/the-rockcastSoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/rockhurstuAll RockCasts on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd3zC-K02eqaFoYsvA00gpfoOmvocXsbm
In our first episode of 2023, the cast dives into the new semester by talking about:Winter Break Highlights•That movie I saw but can’t remember•9 days of festive eating•Sometimes it’s best when you do nothing at allService Trip to Guatemala•4-hour van ride in the dark over a mountain you never knew was there•Immersing into the culture•You never know someone’s story•Listen before you help2023 and a Better Me•Resolutions – yes or no and have you actually kept them? •Creating a better me – well beyond 2023•Gratitude journals•Intangible life changes•300 things you want God to do in your life•Beyonce ticketsResolutions for Rockhurst•How can organizations and faculty/staff have open conversations to help each other? o Faculty/Staff getting the true perspective of a student o Students find wisdom and advice by talking to people outside their age group•Always staying true to our values•Faculty flexibility and continued follow-through•More opportunities for organizations•HEATED WALKWAYS IN WINTERSurviving Kansas City Winters•Perspective from South Dakota•Closing schools for “sprinkles”•Perspective from Ethiopia•Things to do in KC when you’re cold •Hoodies all season•NO ONE SAID IT WOULD BE MINUS-30•Patch your jeans•Those long 7-minute walks to class uphill both waysYou can find our college student podcast on the following services. Be sure to rate, review, like and share! RockCast webpage: www.rockhurst.edu/rockcastApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockcast/id1535098849Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/5KOYftRZk5v2Ncs5S3HKcpGoogle Podcasts - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZGNsb3VkLmNvbS91c2Vycy9zb3VuZGNsb3VkOnVzZXJzOjg5MTEwOTkwNi9zb3VuZHMucnNz?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwir3vftrq77AhX9kYkEHYLOAvAQ9sEGegQIARACStitcher – http://stitcher.com/podcast/the-rockcastSoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/rockhurstuAll RockCasts on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd3zC-K02eqaFoYsvA00gpfoOmvocXsbmFor more information on Rockhurst University, visit www.rockhurst.edu.
In our last episode of 2022, the cast welcome Naz to the discussion to talk about the following:Back at Home After Being Away at College•Must-have dishes during family gatherings (and who has to approve of them to know you did a good job making them)•Navigating difficult family discussions – tips, stories, and what to prioritize.•Transitioning from being at college to being back at home for long periods of time – the highs, lows, and “Why do I have to ask for permission?”•College me in my high school home•Younger siblings have it so easy (or do they?)•Sleep hits different at homeSurviving Finals•How much sleep did you get during finals? •“This is what it feels like to not be stressed going to sleep”•Advice for future finals•Using the 9-to-5•Coffee, coffee, and also coffee•Learning from my mistakes•YouTube study music•Best places to study on campus Music Apps•Apple Music shaming•People who like Spotify ads•One-song playlists >•Breaking News: Lebron James doesn’t have Spotify Premium and uses cable•October 10, the day Naz played a song 75 times (according to Spotify Wrapped), but didn’t like the album•“I don’t agree with my Spotify Wrapped”•How much does Spotify Wrapped say about you?You can find our college student podcast on the following services. Be sure to rate, review, like and share!RockCast webpage: www.rockhurst.edu/rockcastApple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockcast/id1535098849Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/5KOYftRZk5v2Ncs5S3HKcpGoogle Podcasts - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZGNsb3VkLmNvbS91c2Vycy9zb3VuZGNsb3VkOnVzZXJzOjg5MTEwOTkwNi9zb3VuZHMucnNz?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwir3vftrq77AhX9kYkEHYLOAvAQ9sEGegQIARACStitcher – http://stitcher.com/podcast/the-rockcastSoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/rockhurstuAll RockCasts on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd3zC-K02eqaFoYsvA00gpfoOmvocXsbm
The RockCast is back with Episode 3 of the fall season! Bri, Damian, and Kaylie talk about good and not-so-good Halloween costumes this year and the mid-semester student service trips. They also tackle our new neighbor, Tiki Taco, and (unrelated, we promise) discuss feeling safe on campus. Do you feel safe? What safety precautions are in place if you don’t?
Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review wherever you get your podcasts. If you are interested in submitting a topic idea or would like to be a co-host, send us a message on Instragam, @rockhurstuniversity.
(Season 3, Episode 3 recorded November 4, 2022)
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RockCast webpage: www.rockhurst.edu/rockcast Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockcast/id1535098849 Spotify – https://open.spotify.com/show/5KOYftRZk5v2Ncs5S3HKcp Google Podcasts - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZGNsb3VkLmNvbS91c2Vycy9zb3VuZGNsb3VkOnVzZXJzOjg5MTEwOTkwNi9zb3VuZHMucnNz?sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwir3vftrq77AhX9kYkEHYLOAvAQ9sEGegQIARAC Stitcher – http://stitcher.com/podcast/the-rockcast SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/rockhurstu All RockCasts on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd3zC-K02eqaFoYsvA00gpfoOmvocXsbm
In Episode 2 of the new year, Bri'Yana and Katia are joined by Kaylie and Riv to talk about how Rockhurst is different than other schools because of how many leadership opportunities are available to students. They also play "Stop, Start, Continue" for themselves, then dive into fall coffee drinks and traditions.
Be sure to subscribe, rate, and review wherever you get your podcasts. If you are interested in submitting a topic idea or would like to be a co-host, send us a message on Instragam, @rockhurstuniversity.
(Recorded October 7, 2022)
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For more information about Rockhurst University, visit www.rockhurst.edu.
Season 3, Episode 1
We're back for Season 3! Bri'Yana, Damian, and Katia recap their summers, preview the year ahead, and talk about what's new on campus. New students mean new experiences and Rockhurst is fortunate that students bring their unique personalities and cultures to campus.
(Recorded Sept 15, 2022)
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RockCast webpage: www.rockhurst.edu/rockcast Apple Podcasts - podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-…st/id1535098849 Spotify - open.spotify.com/show/5KOYftRZk5v2Ncs5S3HKcp Google Podcasts - www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR…wNi9zb3VuZHMucnNz Stitcher - stitcher.com/podcast/the-rockcast SoundCloud - @rockhurstu All RockCasts on YouTube: www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd…vA00gpfoOmvocXsbm
For more information about Rockhurst University, visit www.rockhurst.edu.
The RockCast, Season 2 Episode 15 (Finale)
Sydney, Damian, and Bri'Yana are back and in person for the final time this season to discuss jumping into the post-graduation working world, summer jobs, advice for soon-to-be-seniors, as well as recapping the 2021-2022 school year at Rockhurst.
Find our college podcast on the following services:
RockCast webpage: https://www.rockhurst.edu/rockcast Apple Podcasts - http://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockcast/id1535098849 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5KOYftRZk5v2Ncs5S3HKcp Google Podcasts - https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZGNsb3VkLmNvbS91c2Vycy9zb3VuZGNsb3VkOnVzZXJzOjg5MTEwOTkwNi9zb3VuZHMucnNz Stitcher - http://stitcher.com/podcast/the-rockcast SoundCloud - http://soundcloud.com/rockhurstu All RockCasts on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd3zC-K02eqaFoYsvA00gpfoOmvocXsbm
For more information about Rockhurst University, visit https://www.rockhurst.edu.
No more Zoom! Sydney, Bri'Yana, Niél, and Damian are in the studio for the first time and welcome special guest Luke Spencer. Luke shares his story of overcoming multiple concussions and a severe car accident that shattered his dreams of being an officer in the Navy. Luke is climbing back to full health, but talks to the group about the unique challenges he faces as a student.
Also: Hawk Wild Week and a message from your new Student Senate president!
Find our college podcast on the following services:
RockCast webpage: https://www.rockhurst.edu/rockcast Apple Podcasts - http://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockcast/id1535098849 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5KOYftRZk5v2Ncs5S3HKcp Google Podcasts - https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZGNsb3VkLmNvbS91c2Vycy9zb3VuZGNsb3VkOnVzZXJzOjg5MTEwOTkwNi9zb3VuZHMucnNz Stitcher - http://stitcher.com/podcast/the-rockcast SoundCloud - http://soundcloud.com/rockhurstu All RockCasts on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd3zC-K02eqaFoYsvA00gpfoOmvocXsbm
For more information about Rockhurst University, visit https://www.rockhurst.edu.
Season 2, Episode 13
Bri’Yana, Sydney, Katia, and Damian welcome one of Rockhurst's newest community resources for students, LaTisha Davis. Coming from KU, Davis talks about her role as the first-ever RU director for Multicultural Belonging and Engagement. Davis highlights her goals for the office and how they relate to students truly feeling like Rockhurst is a home for all. She also says it's important for each student to have someone on campus they trust who they can go to for advice, support, or to simply listen to them.
Also this week, the students talk about the first FOSA (Festival of Student Achievement) held in person since the pandemic began and how fulfilling the experience was this year.
Show notes:
Rockhurst Diversity: https://www.rockhurst.edu/diversity LaTisha Davis Meet-n-Greet: May 2, 11-1, Massman
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RockCast webpage: https://www.rockhurst.edu/rockcast Apple Podcasts - http://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockcast/id1535098849 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5KOYftRZk5v2Ncs5S3HKcp Google Podcasts - https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZGNsb3VkLmNvbS91c2Vycy9zb3VuZGNsb3VkOnVzZXJzOjg5MTEwOTkwNi9zb3VuZHMucnNz Stitcher - http://stitcher.com/podcast/the-rockcast SoundCloud - http://soundcloud.com/rockhurstu All RockCasts on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd3zC-K02eqaFoYsvA00gpfoOmvocXsbm
For more information about Rockhurst University, visit https://www.rockhurst.edu.
On the final day of Women’s History Month, the RockCast welcomes Rockhurst Director of Student Life and small business owner Emma Rapp. Emma talks openly about the uncertainty she had when graduating college, all the way through her journey to grad school, Creighton University, and eventually to a director at Rockhurst. Emma also talks with the group about her “random” (her word) small business that has been featured among the best in Kansas City.
After Emma shares her story and advice to current juniors and seniors, she previews the activities Student Life has planned for the rest of the semester and how to use RockSpace to learn about what’s happening on campus.
Finally, our resident poli-sci major Niél updates the situation and leads a discussion on the Ukraine.
Show notes:
Rockhurst Student Life: https://www.rockhurst.edu/student-life Rock Space: (Portal tile) I Do Denim: https://www.instagram.com/i.do.denim
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RockCast webpage: https://www.rockhurst.edu/rockcast Apple Podcasts - http://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockcast/id1535098849 Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5KOYftRZk5v2Ncs5S3HKcp Google Podcasts - https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZGNsb3VkLmNvbS91c2Vycy9zb3VuZGNsb3VkOnVzZXJzOjg5MTEwOTkwNi9zb3VuZHMucnNz Stitcher - http://stitcher.com/podcast/the-rockcast SoundCloud - http://soundcloud.com/rockhurstu All RockCasts on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd3zC-K02eqaFoYsvA00gpfoOmvocXsbm
For more information about Rockhurst University, visit https://www.rockhurst.edu.
In a special Women's History Month edition, we talk with a recent Rockhurst graduate, Ashley Neybert, who overcame some unimaginable challenges to transfer to Rockhurst and get her degree. As you’ll hear, while at another school she got the call one night that her family was in a serious car accident and was being life-flighted to a hospital. Ashley had to move with her family from Colorado to Kansas City to help them recover, but there was another challenge… Ashley was going legally blind.
She chose to help her family and continue to pursue her degree in chemistry despite not being able to see. She talks about how Rockhurst professors worked closely with her to help her finish her degree, and she even went on to get a master’s.
Today, Ashley helps create accessible curriculum for schools and invents practical learning activities for blind and visually impaired students. She has some great stories of the things she gets to do – and how she’s a mentor to many young blind students.
She’s truly making history, and we couldn’t be prouder to say she’s a Rockhurst graduate.
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All RockCasts on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd3zC-K02eqaFoYsvA00gpfoOmvocXsbm
For more information about Rockhurst University, visit https://www.rockhurst.edu.
This was a big news week at Rockhurst with the naming of the University’s 15th president (and first female and lay president), Dr. Sandra Cassady. We give our reaction to the announcement, as well as dive into the global news of the week – Russia and Ukraine. For perhaps the first time ever, we have inside access to the war through social media – and the images are heartbreaking.
Finally, we review Black History Month at Rockhurst and provide updates on upcoming events.
Cast: Bri’Yana M., Damian H., Sydney T., Daniel A.
Listen in and be sure to subscribe, rate, and review on the podcast platform of your choice!
Find our college podcast on the following services:
RockCast webpage: https://www.rockhurst.edu/rockcast Apple Podcasts - http://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockcast/id1535098849 Google Podcasts - https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZGNsb3VkLmNvbS91c2Vycy9zb3VuZGNsb3VkOnVzZXJzOjg5MTEwOTkwNi9zb3VuZHMucnNz Stitcher - http://stitcher.com/podcast/the-rockcast SoundCloud - http://soundcloud.com/rockhurstu
All RockCasts on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd3zC-K02eqaFoYsvA00gpfoOmvocXsbm
For more information about Rockhurst University, visit https://www.rockhurst.edu.
"What will you do when no one is watching?"
On February 3, a group of individuals tried to hijack a Rockhurst Black Student Union virtual event celebrating Black History Month. The call featured local Black business owners and was just getting started when the invaders started hurling racial epithets and derogatory statements, as well as displaying extremely inappropriate images of children. The virtual event was quickly terminated.
Local and federal investigations have been launched to find the offenders.
Longtime RockCast host Bri’Yana serves as BSU president and was on the call. She has invited to the podcast two additional BSU members who were on the call, as well as staff sponsor Alicia Douglas, to join her, Daniel, and Sydney to talk about what happened, the emotion everyone felt when it occurred, and what happened next.
The group also talks about the difficult conversations that followed with friends and family members from older generations, as well as what has to happen moving forward to inspire change faster. They have several challenges for their fellow students at RU, as well as those on campuses across the United States.
Find our college podcast on the following services:
RockCast webpage: https://www.rockhurst.edu/rockcast Apple Podcasts - http://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockcast/id1535098849 Google Podcasts - https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZGNsb3VkLmNvbS91c2Vycy9zb3VuZGNsb3VkOnVzZXJzOjg5MTEwOTkwNi9zb3VuZHMucnNz Stitcher - http://stitcher.com/podcast/the-rockcast SoundCloud - http://soundcloud.com/rockhurstu
All RockCasts on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd3zC-K02eqaFoYsvA00gpfoOmvocXsbm
For more information about Rockhurst University, visit https://www.rockhurst.edu.
Mariah Schneider has spent the last 10-plus years of her life as a server, bartender and manager at the popular Brookside, Kansas City, Mexican restaurant, Jalapenos.
A few years ago she decided she would go back to school and eventually transferred to Rockhurst. Now, the new mom is on the verge of graduating with a bachelor's degree in accounting and will soon pursue an MBA.
Mariah talks with us about her decision to go back to school, how business classes have been for her, and her journey to choose not one, but two internships among the many presented to her as part of Rockhurst's career preparation strategies.
Find our college podcast on the following services:
RockCast webpage: https://www.rockhurst.edu/rockcast Apple Podcasts - http://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockcast/id1535098849 Google Podcasts - https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZGNsb3VkLmNvbS91c2Vycy9zb3VuZGNsb3VkOnVzZXJzOjg5MTEwOTkwNi9zb3VuZHMucnNz Stitcher - http://stitcher.com/podcast/the-rockcast SoundCloud - http://soundcloud.com/rockhurstu Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5KOYftRZk5v2Ncs5S3HKcp
All RockCasts on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd3zC-K02eqaFoYsvA00gpfoOmvocXsbm
For more information about Rockhurst University, visit https://www.rockhurst.edu.
In this special edition of the RockCast, we hear from Winter Commencement speakers Berkley Hays (undergraduate), Nancy Miller (graduate), and Fr. Tom Curran (president). Both graduates share what made their journey to their degrees possible, and who along the journey was instrumental in their achievements.
Find our college podcast on the following services:
RockCast webpage: https://www.rockhurst.edu/rockcast Apple Podcasts - http://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockcast/id1535098849 Google Podcasts - https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZGNsb3VkLmNvbS91c2Vycy9zb3VuZGNsb3VkOnVzZXJzOjg5MTEwOTkwNi9zb3VuZHMucnNz Stitcher - http://stitcher.com/podcast/the-rockcast SoundCloud - http://soundcloud.com/rockhurstu Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5KOYftRZk5v2Ncs5S3HKcp
All RockCasts on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd3zC-K02eqaFoYsvA00gpfoOmvocXsbm
For more information about Rockhurst University, visit https://www.rockhurst.edu.
(Season 2, Episode 6) This week, Bri'Yana and Sydney are back on the podcast talking about finals. How do you prepare? When do you start? Also, holiday hot takes: How to do Thanksgiving and the holiday season the right way (in our opinion), including road trips.
In a special edition of the RockCast, we talk with Rockhurst senior Beatrice Chambo. Beatrice came to the U.S. from Tanzania four years ago to attend college and become an expert in international relations for the purpose of working with refugees. She transferred to Rockhurst two years ago and has been working with Catholic Charities, helping refugees settle in the Kansas City area and across the country. She talks about her work with refugees, how she ended up at Rockhurst, and how she met her husband – also from Tanzania – in Kansas City.
Show notes: RU International Students - https://www.rockhurst.edu/admissions/international Catholic Charities - https://catholiccharities-kcsj.org/ Peace & International Studies - https://www.rockhurst.edu/peace-international-studies Economics - https://www.rockhurst.edu/economics RU Center for Career Development - https://www.rockhurst.edu/center-career-development
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All RockCasts on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd3zC-K02eqaFoYsvA00gpfoOmvocXsbm
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This week on the RockCast we look back and we look forward. What will Rockhurst and the world be like in 20 years? 40? From flying cars to bringing back Justice t-shirts, the group talks about their predictions and hopes for the future. Looking back, outgoing president Fr Tom Curran gave his Student Senate "Last Lecture," which raised several questions for the student body. And finally, in "I Wish I Knew," who in your life do you wish you appreciated sooner?
Show Notes:
The Student Senate Last Lecture: https://youtu.be/W758beEFoO0
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For more information about Rockhurst University, visit www.rockhurst.edu.
In a special edition of the RockCast, we hear Student Senate's "Last Lecture" with University President Father Tom Curran. Father Curran, who announced earlier he will depart the University at the end of the academic year, shares his last lecture with some words on his life and career, as well as advice for students (and everyone). Listen as Father Curran shares his legacy with the student body.
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For more information about Rockhurst University, visit www.rockhurst.edu.
This week on The RockCast, Bri'Yana, Sydney, Katia, and Daniel discuss campus organizations and why they’re so valuable to students’ experiences. Three of the cast members are presidents of their respective organizations. We also discuss the service immersion Civil Rights trip to Alabama over fall break, and how to truly take advantage of breaks in college. In this case, it IS all about you.
Show notes:
Rockhurst Student Organizations: https://www.rockhurst.edu/student-life/student-organizations
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All RockCasts on YouTube: www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd…vA00gpfoOmvocXsbm
For more information about Rockhurst University, visit www.rockhurst.edu.
In a special mini-episode re-broadcast, Bri'Yana and Sydney discuss why they chose their majors and what goes into choosing a major. We welcome Rob Hamilton from Academic Advising and Tina Wendling from Career Development for their insights into where students can get tips on what to do next.
Show notes:
Academic Advising: www.rockhurst.edu/academics/advising Career Development: www.rockhurst.edu/center-career-development Career Development Instagram: www.instagram.com/rucareerready/
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All RockCasts on YouTube: www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd…vA00gpfoOmvocXsbm
For more information about Rockhurst University, visit www.rockhurst.edu.
This week on The RockCast, Bri'Yana and Sydney talk about how choosing a major doesn't mean cementing your future. We discuss why we chose our majors, what goes into choosing a major, how and why to switch a major, and getting rid of the stigma that being "undecided" is a bad thing. We welcome Rob Hamilton from Academic Advising and Tina Wendling from Career Development for their insights into where students can get tips on what to do next.
We also talk about conflict management in college -- what works and what totally didn't work.
Show notes:
Academic Advising: https://www.rockhurst.edu/academics/advising Career Development: https://www.rockhurst.edu/center-career-development Career Development Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rucareerready/ RU Counseling Center: https://www.rockhurst.edu/counseling-center/student-services
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All RockCasts on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd3zC-K02eqaFoYsvA00gpfoOmvocXsbm
For more information about Rockhurst University, visit https://www.rockhurst.edu.
Season 2 of the RockCast kicks off with some new faces talking about familiar places. It’s a new year at Rockhurst University and the students talk about how there’s a different feel this year. The group discusses the new year and what’s different, as well as how “fitting in” or “finding your people” takes priority this time of year. How long does that take? What’s the best way to do it?
We’ll also hear from freshmen on Move-In Day about their expectations for the year and the cast reflects on their first days.
Finally, in “I Wish I Knew,” our messages to our freshmen selves are filled with timely advice about how to make and increase your circle of friends.
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For more information about Rockhurst University, visit https://www.rockhurst.edu.
In our final episode of the first season of The RockCast, we talk about Move-in Days and orientation quickly approaching and the fun and embarrassing memories those bring back.
We’ll also hear from recent grads and what advice they have for incoming freshmen and talk about the mask (re-)mandate in KCMO to start the year.
Finally, for our listener-submitted question, the students give their opinions on Critical Race Theory and the difficult discussions that come up with friends. This particular conversation involves not only CRT, but the students discuss how to get your opinion heard (Hint: It involves your ears).
Special thanks to America Romo and Vince Rosqueta, who have now graduated from Rockhurst and are our first class of RockCast alumni! Thank you for all your contributions and perspectives.
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For more information about Rockhurst University, visit https://www.rockhurst.edu.
Rockhurst welcomed Makeda Peterson, a 2012 RU grad, for a special Juneteenth 2021 Commemoration on campus in Arrupe Hall. Peterson serves as program director for JuneteenthKC. She was joined onstage by Alicia Douglas, director of the Rockhurst Community Center. They welcomed several guests for questions and comments throughout the event. RU President Tom Curran provided words of welcome.
For more information about JuneteenthKC, visit www.juneteenth-kc.com.
The RockCast is back for Episode 15, recapping the Class of 2021's graduation ceremonies from the graduates' point of view. We also look at summer, summer jobs, and stepping into the job world after you've graduated. Also on the show: The cast reacts to Rockhurst requiring students to be vaccinated, and in our "I Wish I Knew" segment, the group talks about ways to help yourself prepare for the fall semester before it begins.
Show notes: Commencement info: https://www.rockhurst.edu/graduation Commencement videos referenced: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd3zC-K02eqZL7Wfpa9SVW0zqMH7n905E Academic Advisors: https://www.rockhurst.edu/academics/advising Career Services: https://www.rockhurst.edu/career-services
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All RockCasts on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd3zC-K02eqaFoYsvA00gpfoOmvocXsbm
For more information about Rockhurst University, visit https://www.rockhurst.edu.
In the final episode before the 2021 Commencement ceremonies, our seniors look back on their time at Rockhurst and pick out their favorite memories. They also get some deep questions from their co-hosts. Beci Edmundson joins the show and talks about what makes graduation at Rockhurst special.
Show notes: https://www.rockhurst.edu/graduation
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In this week’s episode, the group talks with University Facilities leader Jason Riordan. Jason gives us an update on the Sedgwick Hall renovation, as well as lays out how the cafeteria is being redone. Of special interest: The future of Einstein’s on campus.
We also hear about how the University is making more academic, dining, and housing space to accommodate the incoming students from Saint Luke’s College of Nursing and Health Sciences. But wait, there’s more! Jason lets us know initial plans for a new student housing building as part of The Paseo Project, as well as how X-L may look in a couple years.
Also in Episode 13: A recap of RockStock, a discussion about mental health resources available to students, and a “I wish I knew” about how to prepare for exams. Happy finals, by the way! #yougotthis
Show notes: Reimagining Sedgwick Hall: https://www.rockhurst.edu/saint-lukes-college/about/sedgwick-hall For The Greater Campaign: https://www.rockhurst.edu/forthegreater Alumni Get First Glimpse Inside Sedgwick Hall: https://www.rockhurst.edu/news/04-16-2021/alumni-get-first-glimpse-inside-sedgwick-hall RU Counseling Center & Mental Health Resources: https://www.rockhurst.edu/counseling-center
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For more information about Rockhurst University, visit https://www.rockhurst.edu.
In Episode 12, the group gives their reality checks on college life in a concluding semester, including seniors getting ready for what’s next. Also on the podcast: A recap of our Rockhurst MLK Commemoration event and Paseo steps service project, Bri and Jerrit’s performances from the event, identifying college stressors and how to manage them, as well as our favorite restaurants or coffee shops near campus (In which one has Vince spent more than $800 over his four years?).
Show notes:
MLK Performances: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bbehgno_fJs MLK Event Story: https://www.rockhurst.edu/news/04-13-2021/celebration-marks-anniversary-mlk%E2%80%99s-famed-letter
Admissions advice: https://www.rockhurst.edu/admissions-advice General Admissions: https://www.rockhurst.edu/admissions
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For more information about Rockhurst University, visit https://www.rockhurst.edu.
In Episode 11 we welcome Tony Gambino from Admissions to talk about the process involved from the point someone decides to apply to Rockhurst to living on campus. We also discuss building relationships with potential students, finding and keeping roommates, as well as Ride to the Rock and other events.
In "I Wish I Knew," the group talks about having a social life on campus. How long did it take to find a good balance?
Show notes:
To apply to Rockhurst, visit https://www.rockhurst.edu/apply Admissions advice: https://www.rockhurst.edu/admissions-advice General Admissions: https://www.rockhurst.edu/admissions
Find our college podcast on the following services: Apple Podcasts - http://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockcast/id1535098849 Google Podcasts - https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZGNsb3VkLmNvbS91c2Vycy9zb3VuZGNsb3VkOnVzZXJzOjg5MTEwOTkwNi9zb3VuZHMucnNz Stitcher - http://stitcher.com/podcast/the-rockcast SoundCloud - http://soundcloud.com/rockhurstu Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5KOYftRZk5v2Ncs5S3HKcp All RockCasts on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd3zC-K02eqaFoYsvA00gpfoOmvocXsbm
For more information about Rockhurst University, visit https://www.rockhurst.edu.
We've hit double-digits! In our 10th episode of The RockCast, the group welcomes two student-athletes and one of our coaches to discuss being in NCAA D2 sports at an academic school. Andrea Dabbah, Rich Byhre, and Coach Josh Roberts join the cast to talk about the in's and out's of playing a sport while in college. The group also discusses intramural sports, the new activity center on campus, as well as "I Wish I Knew," a new segment talking about tricks they've learned. This week's topic: study hacks and what you need to know to succeed academically.
The group is joined this week by Dr. Leslie Doyle, Rockhurst's chief inclusion officer and head of the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Dr. Doyle discusses Black History Month, Rockhurst's diversity initiatives, and how she found her way back to RU. The seniors discuss their thoughts on an in-person commencement this year, and everyone chimes in to answer the listener question, "What's it like to be a freshman?"
Find our college podcast on the following services: Apple Podcasts - http://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockcast/id1535098849 Google Podcasts - https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZGNsb3VkLmNvbS91c2Vycy9zb3VuZGNsb3VkOnVzZXJzOjg5MTEwOTkwNi9zb3VuZHMucnNz Stitcher - http://stitcher.com/podcast/the-rockcast SoundCloud - http://soundcloud.com/rockhurstu Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5KOYftRZk5v2Ncs5S3HKcp All RockCasts on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd3zC-K02eqaFoYsvA00gpfoOmvocXsbm
For more information about Rockhurst University, visit https://www.rockhurst.edu.
This week we welcome Alicia Douglas, director of Community Relations & Outreach and director of the Rockhurst Community Center. Alicia talks about what the center does for the community, how students can engage in the broader community, as well as Black History Month and how "Black History is happening at this moment in time. It’s happening today."
Additional topics include recent announcements about spring commencement being in-person, fall 2021 classes returning closer to normal, how to get (more) involved on campus, and that football game that the Chiefs were in.
Find our college podcast on the following services: Apple Podcasts - http://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-rockcast/id1535098849 Google Podcasts - https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5zb3VuZGNsb3VkLmNvbS91c2Vycy9zb3VuZGNsb3VkOnVzZXJzOjg5MTEwOTkwNi9zb3VuZHMucnNz Stitcher - http://stitcher.com/podcast/the-rockcast SoundCloud - http://soundcloud.com/rockhurstu Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5KOYftRZk5v2Ncs5S3HKcp All RockCasts on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLd3zC-K02eqaFoYsvA00gpfoOmvocXsbm
For more information about Rockhurst University, visit https://www.rockhurst.edu. For information about RU Student Life, visit https://www.rockhurst.edu/student-life.
In this week’s episode, the group welcomes special guest Angie Carr from Student Life, who previews the new additions to the campus schedule this spring, including Firepit Fridays, Movie Nights, Outdoor Living Rooms, and updates to the sand volleyball and basketball courts.
Our seniors, America and Vince, talk about starting their final semesters at The Rock, and everyone shares an impromptu virtual letter to their freshmen selves. (Highlight: Everyone wants to get to know you so get out of your comfort zone early!)
Finally, the group makes their predictions for Super Bowl VL between the Kansas City Chiefs and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. This Kansas City-based school has nothing but objective takes on the Chiefs. ;)
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For more information about Rockhurst University, visit https://www.rockhurst.edu.
In the first RockCast episode of 2021, students talk about their thoughts surrounding the Capitol riots in DC, including:
- How you learned what was going on and what were the initial thoughts?
- How does the country learn from this, and how does it move forward?
- Opinions on social media use by government leaders
- Reaction to social media companies taking action after January 6
- Conversations to be had when students return to campus
- Finding distractions amid chaos
- Getting back to classes and college routines
Here we go, we have finally hit the end of 2020. It’s taken us three years to get here.
Our final episode of 2020 includes:
• Highlights from 2020, the Year of Everything • Predictions for 2021 • Getting through the Fall Semester • Grievances in a Bucket Full of Covid • Interview with VP of Student Development Matt Quick • Best things about Winter Break • Submitted topic – Spring Break
Find us on ApplePodcasts, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, and Spotify or anywhere you get your podcasts. Be sure to rate, review, and of course, subscribe. To watch the discussion, go to Rockhurst’s YouTube page: youtube.com/Rockhursthawk.
For more information about Rockhurst University, visit www.rockhurst.edu.
At long last, the 2020 election is official. Mostly. While that is the main topic of the day, it's not the only one: Our followers on Instagram gave us some topic ideas, too:
- Memorable Classes at RU
- Get Involved: Clubs, Organizations, Sororities, Fraternities
- Sports!
- Rockhurst Squirrels: They just don't care... and they don't care that you care that they don't care.
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The Election that’s not ending in a year that’s seemingly endless o This is why we can’t have nice things o Election night-plus o Surprises? o Social media mayhem
Community over Chaos o Rockhurst initiatives o What strategies are you using to maintain relationships and move forward with life as usual? Or is this aspect being overblown? o Reflection and Discernment: Even though we don’t have an outcome, what have we learned from the election for the country – even down the ballot or the popular vote?
Is there anything about the election process you’d like to see changed? o Classes canceled? o National holiday? o How do we make voting easier?
What was the biggest issue for you in the election, and how did you arrive at that?
Find us on ApplePodcasts, Stitcher, Google Podcasts, and Spotify or anywhere you get your podcasts. Be sure to rate, review, and of course, subscribe. To watch the discussion, go to Rockhurst’s YouTube page: youtube.com/Rockhursthawk.
An excerpt from Episode 2 where the student discuss the upcoming election and what advice they'd give themselves now for after the election, as well as those who didn't see their candidate(s) win.
The RockCast is back for Episode 2 as Jerrit and America join Bri'Yana and Vince to discuss:
• College life in 2020 – So… what happens next? • Most challenging aspects of college in 2020 • Seniors look ahead to 2021 • Rockhurst realities vs pre-college expectations • Holding onto traditions • Predictions for after November 3 • Preparing to vote • Post-election advice for your future self and others
For more information on Rockhurst University in Kansas City, visit rockhurst.edu.
In the debut edition of The RockCast, Bri'Yana and Vince discuss:
• College life in 2020 • Upperclassmen vs First-Year • The new normal, both academic and social • Our world today • Hard conversations • Change is happening on campus and beyond • The privilege of voting • Independent thinking • Social media “conversations” • One year from now - Is life different for the better? • Wishing one thing back