Flock Talk

Today we have a conversation with Madison Beine, Associate Director of Orientation and Transition Programs and Zac Collins, Coordinator of Transition Programs. We discuss all things Week of Welcome (WOW), including events for students, events for families, and tips for all on how to get the most out of WOW. https://wow.uoregon.edu

Today our guest is Margaret Trout, Associate Vice President for Health and Wellbeing within Student Life. We have a conversation about primary and specialty care, pharmacy, mental health coordination services, wellness center, insurance coverage options, and our recreation center here at the UO. 

Today our guest is Chris Long, Provost and Senior Vice President. Listen to this engaging conversation as he discusses subjects ranging from transitional moments, what it's like being the chief academic officer, to his favorite ice cream spots in Eugene.

Today our guest is Bryson Beck, director of University Housing Promotions and Student Recruitment. Bryson covers all the information you’ll want to know to get prepared for move in. Text 541-346-4277 https://housing.uoregon.edu/whattobring http://dormco.com/UOregon

Today our guest is Jennifer Pfiefer, Professor of Psychology here at the UO and Co-director of the National Scientific Council on Adolescence. Listen to learn more about her research on late adolescence and emerging adulthood. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wr8VVJRcRSg

Today our guest is Steve Beda, Assistant Professor of History here at the UO. Listen to get a taste of the college academic experience.

basicneeds.uoregon.edu/ Today we have a conversation with Marcus Langford, Dean of Students and Julia Morrill, Director of Basic Needs and Off-Campus Community Support about our Basic Needs Program. This program is intended to connect students with campus and community resources intended to support their well-being, so that they can meet your academic goals.

Today our guest is Bryson Beck, director of University Housing Promotions and Student Recruitment. Bryson is here to provide updates on all dates, deadlines, and to-dos for students this summer.

Today we’re joined by Madison Beine, Associate Director of Orientation and Transition programs. You’ll learn the ins and outs of what you can expect during IntroDUCKtion, our summer orientation and transition program, and why we hope you’ll start to get excited to register if you haven’t yet.

Today we welcome Drew Terhune Sirman, Assistant Dean of Students here at the University of Oregon. We have a conversation about how the Care and Advocacy Program provides students with resources and support if they face challenges during college.

Grant Schonover, Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education and Student Success discusses how he and his staff help students to be successful outside of the classroom.

Recent UO alumna Jackson Elliot, now a year into the "real world" after graduating in 2024, discusses his journey as a Duck — from choosing the University of Oregon, IntroDUCKtion, and the transition from high school, to navigating Covid and making connections during that challenging time, to utilizing resources and programs on campus and starting his career in higher education.

Today we’re joined by Julia Pomerenk, Associate Vice President of Student Services and Enrollment Management and University Registrar as she provides helpful information about FERPA.

https://housing.uoregon.edu Bryson Beck, Director of Promotions and Student Recruitment for University Housing, discusses UO campus housing basics as well as tips and tricks. Topics include specifics around registration, timelines and deadlines, the data behind UO’s live-on requirement for first-year students, housing community options, the ins and outs of roommate selection, care and conflict coordinator resources, and so much more. A must-listen for students and parents!

fyp.uoregon.eduhousing.uoregon.edu/communities On today’s episode, we hear about First-Year Interest Groups, or as we call them, FIGs. Amy Hughes Giard, from the First-Year Programs Office, joins the pod to share the benefits and logistics of FIGs, as well as when the 2023 FIGs will be available to read about, and how students can register in June. We also talk with Jessica Winders about Academic Residential Communities (ARCs), and all the benefits for first-year students. You’ll hear about registration for ARCs and the timeline for selection.

Today we welcome Erin Hays, an Associate Vice President of Student Services and Enrollment Management and our Director of Admissions here at the UO. Erin offers parents and families some valuable tips on how to support your high school senior in the final stages of their college search.

On the podcast today, Mariko Lin, Assistant Director for Education and Prevention Outreach Director joins us. We discuss common transitional issues for UO students and the ways families can help from afar.

In this episode we meet Dee Kanikkeberg, Director of Parent and Family Programs here at the UO, to discuss the fun, engaging programs UO offers to build a great partnership with those supporting their Ducks from afar. From the popular online Conversation Starters to the UO Family Portal to Parent and Family Virtual Bingo night — being a part of the Duck flock isn't just for your student!

https://studentlife.uoregon.edu In this episode we chat with Kris Winter, Associate Vice President for Student Life, about the UO's approach to student development, the role of higher education in career readiness, and the ways our Student Life services support parents and families as well as students through the student journey at the UO.

This week we talk with Michael Luna, Assistant Director of Welcome and Transition, and Zac Collins, Coordinator of Transition Programs, to discuss all things Week of Welcome (WOW) — including events for students, events for families, and tips for all on how to get the most out of the weekend. https://wow.uoregon.edu