https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/butlerone-the-college-first-year-experience-podcast--5900922College is more than just classes and exams—it's a transformative journey filled with challenges and new discoveries. And while the transition may feel lonely, you're not alone! Butler University's First-Year Experience podcast pulls back the curtain on the first-year experience, bringing you authentic conversations with students, staff, professors, alumni, and campus experts who share honest insights, practical tips, and inspiring stories to help you not just survive, but thrive during your first year of college.]]>enEducationCopyright BUBeWellhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c63dc327920ae4d8c0e587e1a1c42d27.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/butlerone-the-college-first-year-experience-podcast--5900922Wed, 19 Aug 2026 22:35:09 +0000BUBeWellBUBeWellfye@butler.eduCollege is more than just classes and exams—it's a transformative journey filled with challenges and new discoveries. And while the transition may feel lonely, you're not alone! Butler University's First-Year Experience podcast pulls back the curtain...College is more than just classes and exams—it's a transformative journey filled with challenges and new discoveries. And while the transition may feel lonely, you're not alone! Butler University's First-Year Experience podcast pulls back the curtain on the first-year experience, bringing you authentic conversations with students, staff, professors, alumni, and campus experts who share honest insights, practical tips, and inspiring stories to help you not just survive, but thrive during your first year of college.]]>false6f40510c-63ca-5b5f-a538-950d91fd59b5episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/special-episode-drop-roommates-real-talk-and-learning-to-live-together--74343515https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74343515Wed, 19 Aug 2026 22:34:54 +0000BUBeWellMoving in with a roommate for the first time can be exciting, awkward, challenging, and a lot of fun. In this special episode of the ButlerONE First-Year Experience podcast, Nii sits down with Shannon Mulqueen, Butler’s Director of Residence Life, for...2740falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/from-pitch-to-purpose-nick-okoro-on-community-college-and-starting-over--66386568 
The purpose of this podcast is to reinforce that while the transition to college isn’t easy, everyone has individual struggles to navigate–despite what students may see and feel around them. Whether it be making friends, academic resilience, learning how to be alone, adjusting to a PWI, Imposter Syndrome, etc., first-year students have moments of transition each and every day. But within the transition, lies an opportunity for transformation.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66386568Tue, 03 Jun 2025 21:23:21 +0000BUBeWellWhat happens when your dream doesn’t go as planned? Nick Okoro, a recent Butler grad, walks us through his powerful journey from soccer academy standout in the UK to thriving student-athlete, mentor, and leader in the U.S. He shares what it means to... 
The purpose of this podcast is to reinforce that while the transition to college isn’t easy, everyone has individual struggles to navigate–despite what students may see and feel around them. Whether it be making friends, academic resilience, learning how to be alone, adjusting to a PWI, Imposter Syndrome, etc., first-year students have moments of transition each and every day. But within the transition, lies an opportunity for transformation.]]>2443falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/failure-as-fuel-building-academic-resilience-in-year-1-with-dr-stacy-o-reilly--65829624It's not if, but WHEN, you'll struggle academically in your first-year. Chemistry professor, Dr. Stacy O'Reilly, shares how academic failure creates opportunities for students to grow in new ways. 

The purpose of this podcast is to reinforce that while the transition to college isn’t easy, everyone has individual struggles to navigate–despite what students may see and feel around them. Whether it be making friends, academic resilience, learning how to be alone, adjusting to a PWI, Imposter Syndrome, etc., first-year students have moments of transition each and every day. But within the transition, lies an opportunity for transformation.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65829624Fri, 02 May 2025 15:16:25 +0000BUBeWellIt's not if, but WHEN, you'll struggle academically in your first-year. Chemistry professor, Dr. Stacy O'Reilly, shares how academic failure creates opportunities for students to grow in new ways.  The purpose of this podcast is to reinforce that...It's not if, but WHEN, you'll struggle academically in your first-year. Chemistry professor, Dr. Stacy O'Reilly, shares how academic failure creates opportunities for students to grow in new ways. 

The purpose of this podcast is to reinforce that while the transition to college isn’t easy, everyone has individual struggles to navigate–despite what students may see and feel around them. Whether it be making friends, academic resilience, learning how to be alone, adjusting to a PWI, Imposter Syndrome, etc., first-year students have moments of transition each and every day. But within the transition, lies an opportunity for transformation.]]>2343falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/let-s-get-real-about-college-conflict-with-community-director-taylor-hess--63195138Learn how to transform potential conflicts into opportunities for growth, as residence life Community Director Taylor Hess shares compassionate, actionable approaches to handling roommate and friend challenges.

The purpose of this podcast is to reinforce that while the transition to college isn’t easy, everyone has individual struggles to navigate–despite what students may see and feel around them. Whether it be making friends, academic resilience, learning how to be alone, adjusting to a PWI, Imposter Syndrome, etc., first-year students have moments of transition each and every day. But within the transition, lies an opportunity for transformation.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63195138Fri, 06 Dec 2024 21:50:23 +0000BUBeWellLearn how to transform potential conflicts into opportunities for growth, as residence life Community Director Taylor Hess shares compassionate, actionable approaches to handling roommate and friend challenges. The purpose of this podcast is to...Learn how to transform potential conflicts into opportunities for growth, as residence life Community Director Taylor Hess shares compassionate, actionable approaches to handling roommate and friend challenges.

The purpose of this podcast is to reinforce that while the transition to college isn’t easy, everyone has individual struggles to navigate–despite what students may see and feel around them. Whether it be making friends, academic resilience, learning how to be alone, adjusting to a PWI, Imposter Syndrome, etc., first-year students have moments of transition each and every day. But within the transition, lies an opportunity for transformation.]]>2166false21fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-art-of-letting-go-with-student-leader-summer-adkins--63195099Student leader Summer Adkins gets real about the gap between what she imagined college would be and what it's actually becoming—challenges, surprises, and all.

The purpose of this podcast is to reinforce that while the transition to college isn’t easy, everyone has individual struggles to navigate–despite what students may see and feel around them. Whether it be making friends, academic resilience, learning how to be alone, adjusting to a PWI, Imposter Syndrome, etc., first-year students have moments of transition each and every day. But within the transition, lies an opportunity for transformation.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/63195099Fri, 06 Dec 2024 21:46:20 +0000BUBeWellStudent leader Summer Adkins gets real about the gap between what she imagined college would be and what it's actually becoming—challenges, surprises, and all. The purpose of this podcast is to reinforce that while the transition to college isn’t...Student leader Summer Adkins gets real about the gap between what she imagined college would be and what it's actually becoming—challenges, surprises, and all.

The purpose of this podcast is to reinforce that while the transition to college isn’t easy, everyone has individual struggles to navigate–despite what students may see and feel around them. Whether it be making friends, academic resilience, learning how to be alone, adjusting to a PWI, Imposter Syndrome, etc., first-year students have moments of transition each and every day. But within the transition, lies an opportunity for transformation.]]>1657false21fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/student-leader-leah-ollie-finding-your-place-being-true-to-yourself-why-transition-takes-time--55523886Leah has wasted no time making a significant impact on the student culture at Butler. She shares her story and offers great insight into embracing all that the first year has to offer. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55523886Thu, 29 Jun 2023 16:11:49 +0000BUBeWellLeah has wasted no time making a significant impact on the student culture at Butler. She shares her story and offers great insight into embracing all that the first year has to offer.Leah has wasted no time making a significant impact on the student culture at Butler. She shares her story and offers great insight into embracing all that the first year has to offer. ]]>1725bubewell,butlerone,butleru,college,fye,wellbeingfalse111fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/community-director-kaylin-zocharski-living-on-campus-unexpected-injuries-advocating-for-yourself--55523887Everyone talks about “advocating for yourself,” but what does that really mean? Community Director of ResCo Hall, Kaylin Zocharski, shares why speaking up for her needs and using her resources changed her college experience. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55523887Thu, 29 Jun 2023 16:10:36 +0000BUBeWellEveryone talks about “advocating for yourself,” but what does that really mean? Community Director of ResCo Hall, Kaylin Zocharski, shares why speaking up for her needs and using her resources changed her college experience.Everyone talks about “advocating for yourself,” but what does that really mean? Community Director of ResCo Hall, Kaylin Zocharski, shares why speaking up for her needs and using her resources changed her college experience. ]]>1695bubewell,butlerone,butleru,college,fye,oncampus,residencelife,reslife,selfadvocacy,wellbeingfalse110fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/asst-director-of-admissions-makeda-lands-dropping-out-using-your-academic-advisor-finding-your-college-fit--55523889Hear from Makeda Lands, one of the most interesting people on campus, on her unique academic journey that includes dropping out, pursuing acting, and the importance of using your academic advisor.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55523889Thu, 29 Jun 2023 16:09:12 +0000BUBeWellHear from Makeda Lands, one of the most interesting people on campus, on her unique academic journey that includes dropping out, pursuing acting, and the importance of using your academic advisor.Hear from Makeda Lands, one of the most interesting people on campus, on her unique academic journey that includes dropping out, pursuing acting, and the importance of using your academic advisor.]]>1461academicadvisor,bubewell,butlerone,butleru,college,collegefit,droppingout,fye,wellbeingfalse19fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/library-supervisor-brandon-signorino-being-a-first-generation-student-changing-majors-the-power-of-encouragement--55523888Library Administrative Supervisor Brandon Signorino vulnerability shares his powerful story of resilience during his time as a Butler student. It's a must-listen for all students, but especially helpful for first-generation students. Also, he’s in a band, so that’s pretty cool. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55523888Thu, 29 Jun 2023 16:07:37 +0000BUBeWellLibrary Administrative Supervisor Brandon Signorino vulnerability shares his powerful story of resilience during his time as a Butler student. It's a must-listen for all students, but especially helpful for first-generation students. Also, he’s in a...Library Administrative Supervisor Brandon Signorino vulnerability shares his powerful story of resilience during his time as a Butler student. It's a must-listen for all students, but especially helpful for first-generation students. Also, he’s in a band, so that’s pretty cool. ]]>1622bubewell,butlerone,butleru,firstgen,fye,wellbeingfalse18fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/student-leader-blake-hall-identity-formation-freshman-year-losing-a-parent-importance-of-counseling-services--55523714Blake is a dynamic student leader on campus and we get the chance to have a fantastic conversation with him about how his first semester forced him to process unresolved issues in his life and how he was able to thrive after a rough start. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55523714Thu, 29 Jun 2023 16:06:18 +0000BUBeWellBlake is a dynamic student leader on campus and we get the chance to have a fantastic conversation with him about how his first semester forced him to process unresolved issues in his life and how he was able to thrive after a rough start.Blake is a dynamic student leader on campus and we get the chance to have a fantastic conversation with him about how his first semester forced him to process unresolved issues in his life and how he was able to thrive after a rough start. ]]>1736bubewell,butlerone,butleru,counseling,freshmanyear,fye,grief,identity,loss,wellbeingfalse17fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/president-danko-what-being-president-actually-means-making-big-decisions-at-a-young-age-advice-for-families--55523715The President is in the house! We are thrilled to have President James Danko on the podcast. We’ll get to hear more of his story, what it means to be president, and advice for students and families. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55523715Thu, 29 Jun 2023 16:04:33 +0000BUBeWellThe President is in the house! We are thrilled to have President James Danko on the podcast. We’ll get to hear more of his story, what it means to be president, and advice for students and families.The President is in the house! We are thrilled to have President James Danko on the podcast. We’ll get to hear more of his story, what it means to be president, and advice for students and families. ]]>2130bubewell,buterlu,butlerone,collegefamily,decisionmaking,fye,universitypresidentfalse16fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dr-karina-hamamouche-f-i-r-living-tips-for-commuters-navigating-being-an-exploratory-student--55523713Butler alumna, Psychology professor, and first-year student advocate, Dr. Karina Hamamouche shares her deeply relatable college journey and how she went from not wanting to go to Butler to being one of its biggest supporters. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55523713Thu, 29 Jun 2023 16:02:05 +0000BUBeWellButler alumna, Psychology professor, and first-year student advocate, Dr. Karina Hamamouche shares her deeply relatable college journey and how she went from not wanting to go to Butler to being one of its biggest supporters.Butler alumna, Psychology professor, and first-year student advocate, Dr. Karina Hamamouche shares her deeply relatable college journey and how she went from not wanting to go to Butler to being one of its biggest supporters. ]]>1670bubewell,butlerone,butleru,college,commuterstudents,facultyinresidence,fyefalse15fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lecturer-anthony-murdock-being-black-on-campus-owning-your-personal-brand-why-hitting-rock-bottom-isn-t-the-end-of-your-story--55523550https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55523550Thu, 29 Jun 2023 16:00:28 +0000BUBeWellEntrepreneur, storyteller, and lecturer Anthony Murdock invites us into his experiences as a Butler alumnus that continues to shape the work he does all over the country today. It’s an episode you don’t want to miss!1948bubewell,butleru,college,pwi,rockbottom,wellbeingfalse14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/student-body-president-and-vice-president-failing-a-class-first-semester-mentorship-why-your-student-voice-matters--55523551Meet your Student Government Association (SGA) Student Body President and Vice President–Katie Stanley and Suchi Bandaru! They drop some gems that every first-year student needs to hear! ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55523551Thu, 29 Jun 2023 15:58:01 +0000BUBeWellMeet your Student Government Association (SGA) Student Body President and Vice President–Katie Stanley and Suchi Bandaru! They drop some gems that every first-year student needs to hear!Meet your Student Government Association (SGA) Student Body President and Vice President–Katie Stanley and Suchi Bandaru! They drop some gems that every first-year student needs to hear! ]]>1972bubewell,butleru,failure,mentorship,studentengagement,studentgovernment,wellbeingfalse13fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/professor-carly-middleton-imposter-syndrome-perfectionism-why-she-packed-up-her-bags-on-move-in-day--55523549College of Communication faculty member Carly Middleton shares her experience as a first year faculty member and how it’s similar to being a first-year student. She also told us why families should never leave their kids on day one…or they might pack up their bags.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55523549Thu, 29 Jun 2023 15:56:30 +0000BUBeWellCollege of Communication faculty member Carly Middleton shares her experience as a first year faculty member and how it’s similar to being a first-year student. She also told us why families should never leave their kids on day one…or they might pack...College of Communication faculty member Carly Middleton shares her experience as a first year faculty member and how it’s similar to being a first-year student. She also told us why families should never leave their kids on day one…or they might pack up their bags.]]>1579bubewell,butleru,collegetransition,freshmanyear,impostersyndrome,perfectionism,wellbeingfalse12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/director-of-the-first-year-experience-nii-abrahams-friends-purpose-of-the-podcast-burnout-when-things-don-t-go-according-to-plan--55523552The introduction episode of ButlerONE’s Summer 2023 limited podcast series, “The Struggle Was Real.” This episode we introduce the purpose of the podcast, meet our student co-host Gaby Perez, and podcast producer, Isabel Villanueva, and discuss our interesting transition stories. ]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55523552Thu, 29 Jun 2023 15:56:23 +0000BUBeWellThe introduction episode of ButlerONE’s Summer 2023 limited podcast series, “The Struggle Was Real.” This episode we introduce the purpose of the podcast, meet our student co-host Gaby Perez, and podcast producer, Isabel Villanueva, and discuss our...The introduction episode of ButlerONE’s Summer 2023 limited podcast series, “The Struggle Was Real.” This episode we introduce the purpose of the podcast, meet our student co-host Gaby Perez, and podcast producer, Isabel Villanueva, and discuss our interesting transition stories. ]]>1491bubewell,burnout,butleru,college,collegetransition,firstyearexperience,wellnessfalse11full