Listen "Episode 11: Mixing it up: Balancing Classes, Life, Internships, and Life in Nashville"
Episode Synopsis
Welcome to Surviving and Thriving After High School, the podcast dedicated to helping you navigate the next chapter of your life. In this episode, host Coleman Christian sits down with Ian Bondoc, a fellow student at Belmont University, to discuss the highs and lows of transitioning to college life and the world beyond high school.
Ian, a transfer student from Frederick Community College, shares his personal journey from the halls of a community college in Maryland to the vibrant city of Nashville, where he continues his studies in audio engineering at Belmont University. Discover how Belmont's hands-on approach and tight-knit community have enriched his academic and personal life.
Throughout the episode, Ian reveals the importance of time management, the challenges of adapting to a new environment, and the value of pursuing internships for long-term success. With honesty and humor, he offers insights into balancing academic demands with personal growth, and how to make the most of the college experience.
Join us as we explore the timeless essence of Belmont University, its unique opportunities for students, and the exciting yet challenging journey of finding one's path post-high school.
Topics:
Transfer student to Belmont University.
College during the COVID-19
Decision-making process
Unique opportunities at Belmont
Importance of time management and communication
Hands-on learning experiences in audio engineering
Physics in understanding audio engineering concepts
Long-term career goals
Impact of Belmont's community and networking
Advice for current and future students
Ian, a transfer student from Frederick Community College, shares his personal journey from the halls of a community college in Maryland to the vibrant city of Nashville, where he continues his studies in audio engineering at Belmont University. Discover how Belmont's hands-on approach and tight-knit community have enriched his academic and personal life.
Throughout the episode, Ian reveals the importance of time management, the challenges of adapting to a new environment, and the value of pursuing internships for long-term success. With honesty and humor, he offers insights into balancing academic demands with personal growth, and how to make the most of the college experience.
Join us as we explore the timeless essence of Belmont University, its unique opportunities for students, and the exciting yet challenging journey of finding one's path post-high school.
Topics:
Transfer student to Belmont University.
College during the COVID-19
Decision-making process
Unique opportunities at Belmont
Importance of time management and communication
Hands-on learning experiences in audio engineering
Physics in understanding audio engineering concepts
Long-term career goals
Impact of Belmont's community and networking
Advice for current and future students
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