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Thanks for listening to Eyes on the Road, a podcast by Uplift Education, where we help you navigate the college and career journey. Have a question or topic you want us to explore? Email rtcc@uplifteducation.org. Host and Producer: Robert Ortiz, Director of Family Engagement for College and Career. Co-host: Camille Ehlers, Director of Corporate Relations and Career Services
Gracias por escuchar el RTCC podcast de Uplift Education, donde brindamos luz sobre información relevante que alumnos y padres deben saber de la universidad y carrera. ¿Tiene alguna pregunta o tema que desea aprender? Manden un correo electrónico a rtcc@uplifteducation.org.
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Gracias por escuchar el RTCC podcast de Uplift Education, donde brindamos luz sobre información relevante que alumnos y padres deben saber de la universidad y carrera. ¿Tiene alguna pregunta o tema que desea aprender? Manden un correo electrónico a rtcc@uplifteducation.org.
Music: https://www.bensound.com
Ice Flow by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3898-ice-flow
License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license
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For this episode of Through Their Eyes, we welcome Keeayla Jones, Academic Counselor at Uplift Wisdom, to provide insight on what families need to know about student loan debt. Email rtcc@uplfiteducation.org for more questions. Student Loan Information
Camille and Robert catch up with Elexis Fisher, Uplift Alumna, to get her take on paying for college.
Paying for college is stressful but money shouldn’t get in the way of chasing the college dream. Camille and Robert chat with Yanadira Méndez-Magaña, Dean of College Prep at Uplift Luna, to learn about the financial aid options families have. Check out the links below or email us at rtcc@uplifteducation.org Professional Judgement FAFSA TAFSA
For this episode of Through Their Eyes, we welcome Misti Whitley, College Counselor at Uplift Infinity, to share her perspective on how juniors and seniors are preparing for the college & career journey. For more questions, please email rtcc@uplifteducation.org
For this season of the Eyes on the Road, we’re excited to welcome Elexis Fisher, Uplift Alumna, as a reoccurring guest to share her perspective on the college & career journey. For questions, please email rtcc@uplifteducation.org
We’re back for season 3! To kick off to the new season, Camille and Robert talk about the first day of school jitters, their own college & career journey and all the things they have in store for listeners this season. Email questions to rtcc@uplifteducation.org
This year has been tough on the Uplift community as we’ve navigated a global pandemic. At every turn, ensuring scholar and family safety has been the #1 priority. Join us for our last episode of the school year as we chat with Charlene Payne, a parent from Uplift Infinity, on how her family has navigated this school year. For questions or additional information, please email us at rtcc@uplifteducation.org.
It’s been over a year since college students across the globe had to abruptly adapt to the implications of COVID-19. Teresa Rodriguez and Amanda Harmon, Alumni Success Counselors at Uplift Education, co-host as they speak with Uplift graduates on how they’re navigating the pandemic and college tips they have for Uplift seniors and their families. For questions or additional information please email rtcc@uplifteducation.org
Do you ever think you could make a living doing what you love? For Part 2 of this series, Sarah Spooner joins us to share her college and career journey and how it led to a passion driven career. Sarah is currently the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) at RelyOn Credit Union. For severe weather resources please visit https://tinyurl.com/kspbvkfr or email rtcc@uplifteducation.org.
¿Alguna vez pensaste que podrías ganarte la vida haciendo lo que amas? Emmanuel Varona nos explica su viaje universitario y profesional y cómo lo llevó a una carrera que ama. Emmanuel está terminando su doctorado en Química del programa de química y bioquímica de la Universidad de Tejas en Arlington.
It’s never too early to begin thinking about and preparing for college. With many things to consider during the college decision process, we discuss what families need to know with Isaiah Sneed, Assistant Director of Undergraduate Admissions at the University of Southern California (USC). Please email rtcc@uplifteducation.org for questions or more information.
Nunca es demasiado pronto para empezar a pensar y prepararse para la universidad. Hay muchas cosas que considerar durante el proceso y tomamos el programa de hoy para contestar preguntas de padres. Si tiene mas preguntas o temas que quieren escuchar envíe un correo electrónico a rtcc@uplifteducation.org. En el episodio discutimos becas. Visite estos sitios de web para mas información: CollegeGreenlight.com, Scholarship.com, Cappex.com, MyScholly.com, y FederalStudentAid.gov
While an IB Education is often selective at most school districts, Uplift Education incorporates IB into every classroom and for every scholar. Not sure what IB is? Join us as we explore the many benefits an IB education provides as we welcome Francisco Estrada, College Counselor at Uplift Heights. Please email rtcc@uplifteducation for more information.
La educación IB suele ser selectiva en la mayoría de los distritos escolares, Uplift Education incorpora el IB en cada materia y para todos los alumnos. ¿No estás seguro de qué es IB? Exploren los muchos beneficios que ofrece la educación del IB con nuestro invitado, Francisco Estrada, consejero universitario de Uplift Heights. ¿Tiene alguna pregunta o tema que desea aprender? Manden un correo electrónico a rtcc@uplifteducation.org.
New school year, new season! We’re launching the 2nd season of the Eyes on the Road Podcast! Robert and Camille welcome special guests, Tracy Odom and Abby Kaiser, to talk about virtual learning, how Uplift is remaining committed to scholar success and what families can do to stay engaged this school year. Have a question about this episode? Email rtcc@uplifteducation.org or visit www.uplifteducation.org for more details.
¡Nuevo año escolar, nueva temporada! ¡Lanzamos la segunda temporada del podcast Eyes on the Road! Yanadira y Kim dan la bienvenida a invitados especiales, Yuritza Morales, Consejera Académica en Uplift Luna, para hablar sobre el aprendizaje virtual, cómo Uplift sigue comprometido con el éxito escolar y qué pueden hacer las familias para mantenerse comprometidas este año escolar.
Colleges and universities are preparing to welcome back students for fall classes. What are they doing to ensure the safety of students, teachers and staff? Christopher Stafford co-hosts as we chat with Melissa Thomas with Texas Tech and Gaelyn Rose with Lawrence University about what’s changing on college campuses and how COVID-19 might impact the college application process for the senior class of 2021. Have a question? Email rtcc@uplifteducation.org Resources discussed: http://www.depts.ttu.edu/admissions/coronavirus/ https://blogs.lawrence.edu/covid-19/
Have you been wondering how COVID-19 is affecting Dallas businesses? If a college education is still valuable during a pandemic and recession? Or if there are resources available for those who recently lost their job? Camille Ehlers joins us again as co-host as we explore these questions with Elizabeth Caudill McClain of the Dallas Regional Chamber. Resources discussed on the show: https://sayyestodallas.com/jobs/displaced-workers/ www.dallaschamber.org www.sayyestodallas.com
No one could have known how COVID-19 would impact businesses, schools and families. In a matter of days, millions of people were forced to make drastic changes to every element of their lives. Uplift Education was no exception. Dr. Remy Washington joins our last show of the season to reflect on the recent school year and share how Uplift families can prepare for next school year.
Do you ever think you could make a living doing what you love? Cherri Rowe, Chief Program Officer with Boys & Girls Club of Greater Dallas, joins us to share her college and career journey and how it led to a passion driven career. She’ll also talk with us about summer enrichment programs she’s creating for Dallas-area families. Camille Ehlers joins as guest co-host. For questions or additional information, please email rtcc@uplifteducation.org Resources Mentioned: https://www.uplifteducation.org/covid19 https://bgcdallas.org/bgcdathome/ https://bgcdallas.org/summer/
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