Episode 7: Fire, Fear, and First Year Labs with Chris Rathgeber

In Episode 7 of the MiSC Society Podcast, we’re joined by Chris Rathgeber, someone every student who has taken Microbiology is familiar from first and second year labs.We dive into what its like having students in a lab for the first time with everything from Bunsen burners and bacterial cultures to the chaos, confusion, and learning curves that come with being a new science student. We also discuss common mistakes students make, how to adjust to university-level learning, and what professors actually notice in the classroom.Along the way, we share some of the funniest and scariest moments from Chris' lab experiences! Whether you’re in your first year or looking back on it, this episode is a reminder that everyone starts somewhere, and that you’re definitely not alone in the process.