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"Ask Dr. Ross" answers the important and nagging questions parents and potential college students raise about higher education. Topics include preparing for college, avoiding student debt, and secrets to good grades. Hosted by award-winning professor Catherine Ross, Ph.D., and student producer Ashley Worley, listeners can ask their own questions by emailing [email protected].
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S3E14 What's It Like to Be a Criminal Justice Major? Inside the College of Arts and Sciences Part 5
Flashing red sirens and police tape might cross your mind at the phrase "criminal justice" - but the field is much more diverse than just police work. This week, Dr. Ross and student producer Ashley…
S3E13 What is Spanish Club? UT Tyler Student Org Spotlight
Learning a new language is hard. For Spanish students new to speaking, finding a low stakes space to practice outside of class can sometimes feel like a challenge. Even fluent speakers may…
S3E12 What's It Like to Be a Math Major? Inside the College of Arts and Science Part 4
"Fun" probably isn't the first word that comes to mind when you think of math - unless you are, in fact, a "math person." But is there such a thing as a "math person," anyway? And can math be not…
S3E11 What's the Real Fraternity Experience? Exploring Greek Life at UT Tyler
The stereotypical fraternity experience is well-known, negative, and (unsurprisingly) not true of every chapter. Most people think they know what Greek life is like - but what do the insiders…
S3E10 What's It Like to Be a History Major? Inside the College of Arts and Science Part 3
We've probably all heard the saying, "If we don't learn from history, we're doomed to repeat it." But is that really true? And besides preventing doom, how does studying history help students in…
S3E9 What's the Real Sorority Experience? Exploring Greek Life at UT Tyler
The stereotypical sorority experience is well-known, negative, and (unsurprisingly) not true of every chapter. Most people think they know what Greek life - but what do the insiders say?This week,…
S3E8 What's it Like to Be a Biology Major? Inside the College of Arts and Sciences Part 2
As one of the hard sciences, Biology tends to be more concrete in our imaginations. White lab coats. Microscopes. The mitochondria (it's the powerhouse of the cell). But what about…
S3E7 What is College Esports? Exploring UT Tyler's Competitive Gaming Resources
When we think of college sports, we imagine football scholarships and packed stadiums. But what if you're a competitor who crushes it at Mario Kart or would rather watch Fortnite streams for…
S3E6 What's It Like to Be An English Major? Inside the College of Arts and Sciences Part 1
Maybe we think we know what a day in the life of an English major looks like: classic novels, writing, poetry, writing, presentations, and (you guessed it!) writing. But what do English majors…
S3E5 How Can I Stay Active in College? Exploring Rec Sports
We sit through classes, sit to study, sit on a couch to relax, and often sit at a desk to work. It’s easier than ever as a busy college student to miss out on the basics: sunshine, fresh air,…
S3E4 What Can I Expect From Sophomore Year? Pt. 3
We all know freshman year is a big turning point. There's orientations, welcome celebrations, loads of "firsts" to experience - but with three more years of college, the changes and growth have only…
S3E3 How Do I Prepare for My Career in College?
There's plenty of debate about whether or not college truly prepares you for a career. Between homework assignments and research projects, how can you build a resume that helps you succeed after…
S3E2 10 Things You Should Do To Make Friends in College
There’s plenty of challenges to freshman year you might be prepared for – tackling the change in lifestyle or new levels of academic achievement, for instance.But what about loneliness?This week, Dr.…
S3E1 10 Things You Should Do Before Your First Day of College
The days leading up to freshman year of college can feel like a flurry of activity. There’s enrollment, buying textbooks, moving into dorms – but often, it’s the little things you wouldn’t expect…
S2E6 How Can Homeschoolers Prepare for College?
The first day of college can be overwhelming for anyone. Just navigating the campus is a common challenge - but what if you'd never even set foot on a high school campus before? What if you'd never…
S2E5 What is the College Experience Like for Veterans?
Veterans have some important decisions to make regarding their next steps after military service. Whether it's entering the workforce in a new field, returning to a university, or attending college…
S2E4 Introducing Co-Host Ashley Worley
It's official.With student producers Nathan Witt and Michaela Murphy passing the torch, there's a new voice on the podcast: sophomore Mass Communications student, Ashley Worley! Join Dr. Ross and…
S2E3 Mid-Semester: What Can I Expect From Freshman Year? Pt. 2
The first week of freshman year can be overwhelming - but what about week two? Or three? Or eight? By the time you've reached mid-semester, it can feel like a sink or swim situation.That's why Dr.…
S2E2 Is Graduate School Right For Me?
As an undergrad, it's easy to feel overwhelmed when considering the next phase of your education. After all, what is graduate school like? Why add more years of college? And - most importantly -…
S2E1 What Can I Expect From Freshman Year? Pt. 1
The transition from high school to college can be scary. There's lots to navigate in your freshman year, from dorm life to academic advising - and we're here to unpack it all.Join Dr. Ross and…
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