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Forever Wolverines Podcast
by UVU Alumni
With over 100,000 alumni, Utah Valley University (UVU) has incredible stories of what it means to be a Forever Wolverine. Join our Student Alumni Ambassadors as they facilitate conversations with alumni about their student journey, the transition from student to professional, and how to keep the UVU spirit alive. Connect with guests on Wolverine Connect at engage.uvu.edu/wolverineconnect. UVU alumni are those who have a diploma, certificate, associate degree, bachelor’s degree, or master’s degree from Utah Valley University or any of its previous names since 1941.Go Wolverines!
Episodes
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Krystal Gates ‘23 - Welcome the Unexpected Through Internships
Join Student Alumni Ambassador Ike as he interviews Krystal Gates, a 2023 UVU grad. After working in retail for over a decade, she chose to try school again, beginning as a non-traditional student studying Communication and Theater. With guidance from her academic advisor, she pursued an…
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Kelsie Call '22 – Use Your Voice, Influence Change
Join Student Alumni Ambassador Nate as he interviews Kelsie Call, a 2022 sociology alum. Kelsie never thought of herself as an intellectual, but a persistent professor helped her discover her strengths. As a business owner, birth doula, and stay-at-home mom, she believes that even small actions…
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Michaela King ‘22 - Care About the Details, Find Your Fit
Join Student Alumni Ambassador Shelby as she interviews Michaela King, who turned her passion for event planning and bringing people together into a successful career. As a transfer student during the pandemic, finding a sense of belonging at UVU was not what she expected. By building...
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Linda Pomar ‘21 CMHC ‘23 - Relax and Embrace Imperfection
Join Student Alumni Ambassador Brooke as she interviews Linda Pomar. As a mental health professional, Linda encourages students and alumni to take advantage of resources. She also talks about focusing on what you can control and embracing imperfections. When you find balance, align values, and…
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Kevin “DoK” Woods ‘12 - Reinvent Yourself, Transform Your World
Join Student Alumni Ambassador Mohamed as he interviews Kevin “DoK” Woods. The episode follows the journey of a student‑athlete whose early basketball injury changed everything. What looked like a setback became the spark that led him to become “DoK.” Through discipline, empathy, and service, he...
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Megan Weaver Hillier ‘21 - Advocate Often and Put People First
Join Student Alumni Ambassador Shelby as she interviews Megan Weaver Hillier. This episode takes a look at what it’s like to work in human resources. Megan describes HR as both “the best of times and the worst of times,” protecting the company while also helping employees. Her advice is gain...
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Lacey Cherrington ‘98 - Regret Nothing and Be Intentional
Join Student Alumni Ambassador Nate as he interviews Lacey Cherrington. From UVU rodeo athlete to lawyer, Lacey’s story proves that you can pursue many passions at once, striving for zero regrets. She believes if you’re the smartest person in the room, find a new one because intentional growth...
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Salifou Fofana '17 MBA '19 - Plan but Know It’s Never Too Late
Join Student Alumni Ambassador Mohamed as he interviews Salifou Fofana. Salifou highlights how he navigates change by owning mistakes, staying intentional, and building backup plans. He shares insight on résumés, AI in finance, and placing yourself in successful environments. His core message…
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Matt Bryson ‘17 - Build Your Future Through Situations of Opportunity
Join Student Alumni Ambassador Mohamed as he interviews UVU alum Matthew Bryson. In this episode, Matt reflects on the power of intentionally stepping into situations where opportunity can emerge bringing clarity, confidence, and contentment along the way. A future is shaped by the opportunities...
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Amanda Kimball ‘11 M.Ed. ‘21 - Show Up and Trust Yourself
Join Student Alumni Ambassador Brooke as she interviews UVU alumna, Amanda Kimball. As a first-generation student from a rural community, for Amanda, home meant safety and support while college meant cultural shifts and a shaky sense of belonging. Encouraged to give it one more try before moving...
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Myrna June Rodriguez Whittington ‘16 - Know You Belong While Failing Fast
Join Student Alumni Ambassador Larissa as she sits down with Myrna June Rodriguez Whittington, Senior Program Manager in Customer Success at NetDocuments. A first‑generation, multicultural, and non‑traditional student, Myrna reflects on how navigating college as a working parent helped her build...
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Kelly Henderson '20 - Stress Less, Connect More
Student Alumni Ambassador Nate connects with UVU alum and program manager of UVU’s Wellness Programs Kelly Henderson. She shares how a single internship launched her five‑year journey into UVU’s wellness world. From navigating stress management to building a network one small step at a time…
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Oumar Traore ‘22 - Learn, Grow, and Give Back
Student Alumni Ambassador Mohamed sits down with UVU alum Oumar Traore for a look at the world of cybersecurity. From learning English through determination (and a little help from The Vampire Diaries) and finding his footing within UVU’s welcoming community, his story highlights perseverance. He...
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Maddie Heywood ’20 – Adapt with the Chaos to Unlock Your Potential
Student Alumni Ambassador Shelby sits down with Maddie Heywood, Director of Event Operations at Thanksgiving Point, for an inside look at life in the events industry. Maddie, who proudly calls herself a “Manager of Chaos,” shares the mindset and skills that help her thrive in a fast‑paced field....
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Meet the Student Alumni Ambassadors 2025-2026
Meet the students from the 2025-2026 academic year. Each is on scholarship as a Student Alumni Ambassador, working with UVU's Office of Alumni Relations. They are the ones who found alumni to interview and decided what questions to ask and how the interviews should go. We are so proud of our Utah...
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Kara North ‘07 - Evolve Your Success One Goal at a Time
Join Student Alumni Ambassador Kaleah as she sits down with Kara H. North, personal injury attorney and partner at Moxie Law Group. Explore her unique UVU story and lessons learned as she opens up about the idea of evolving your definition of success through consistently setting goals. Kara…
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Emilee Henriquez ‘19 - Live Your Truth by Making Choices for Who You Are Today
Join Student Alumni Ambassador Savannah as she interviews Emilee Henriquez, a 2019 Family Science graduate. Emilee is a passionate mental health advocate and founder of Therapy Friends. A former student-athlete turned transfer student, she made the bold decision to pivot and pursue new paths,...
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David Dekker ‘18 - Change Gracefully, Learn Always, and Embrace the Unknown
In this episode of the Forever Wolverines Podcast, Student Alumni Ambassador Vagner meets with UVU alum David Dekker '18. From switching majors to stepping into unexpected roles, David shares how mentorship, flexibility, and a willingness to fail shaped his journey from student to backend...
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Brandon Davies ‘15 - Ask the “Stupid” Questions and Be True to Yourself
Join Student Alumni Ambassador Callie as she interviews a 2015 alum who graduated in biotechnology: Dr. Brandon Davies. Dr. Davies discusses his love of research and teaching and the importance of mentorship. His UVU story is enhanced by professors, coaches, and peers who challenged him to think…
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Colton Simons ‘16 - Allow Life to Unfold by Practicing Patience
Join Student Alumni Ambassador Brooke as she sits down with UVU alum Colton Simons, who graduated in communications in 2016. As a first-generation college student, Colton shares his journey of learning to be patient in selecting a major and through career transitions. Working in higher education,...
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Wendy Wright ‘17 - Prepare for Your Future by Collaborating with Confidence
Join Student Alumni Ambassadors Mandy and Savannah as they interview UVU alum Wendy Wright '17, community health. As a non-traditional student, Wendy relied heavily on networking, volunteering, and capitalizing on her internship. These skills opened doors for her and created the confidence she...
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Bakary Camara ‘15 MBA ‘17 - Mitigate Risk in Your Career by Nurturing Relationships
Join Student Alumni Ambassador Mohamed as he interviews UVU alum Bakary Camara '15, accounting and '17 MBA. Bakary gives credit to those at UVU who listened to him and helped him along his educational path as an international student. He has become a lifelong learner with a passion for problem...
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Andre Jones ‘18 - Champion Your Strengths Through Leadership Opportunity
Join Student Alumni Ambassador Mohamed as he interviews UVU alum Andre Jones. Andre graduated in political science in 2018 with a minor in national security studies. Based in the Washington, DC area, he now works as a federal employee in the Department of Homeland Security. His time at UVU was...
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Melanie Wolfe ‘22 MSW ‘24 - Tackle Your Fear by Relying on Resources
Join Student Alumni Ambassador Savannah as she interviews UVU alum Melanie Wolfe, a 2022 graduate with a bachelor’s in family science and a 2024 graduate with a master's in social work. As a first-generation student, Melanie relied heavily on campus resources to overcome fear, create community…
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Kim Hopkins ’21 – Embrace Growth in an Ever-Changing Industry
Join Student Alumni Ambassador, Kaleah, as she interviews Kim Hopkins, a 2021 UVU grad from the Animation and Game Development program. As a 3D Environment Artist at FatalFox Studios, Kim shares excellent advice in redefining failure, finding inspiration, seeking feedback, and becoming a lifelong...
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Megan Johnson ‘08 - Influence Your Community Through the Ability to Listen
Join Student Alumni Ambassadors, Mandy and Savannah, as they speak with UVU alum, Megan Johnson, President and CEO of the Intermountain Spanish Fork Hospital. As a 2008 Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) graduate, she recounts the pivotal moments that shaped her career. Leaning on mentors,...
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Chelsea Gipson ‘18 - Excel Through Opportunity by Finding Your Niche
Join Student Alumni Ambassador, Callie, as she delves into the life of a crime scene investigator with Chelsea Gipson, a 2018 UVU alum of the Criminal Justice program. Insight into her preferred learning style influenced what she pursued after graduation. Self-advocating for long-term goals and...
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Tiana Wynn '24 - Discover Your Passion and Allow It to Lead You
Join Student Alumni Ambassador, Mohamed, as he talks with Tiana Wynn, a 2024 UVU graduate of the Criminal Justice program. As a new alumna, she speaks about her student journey from dropping out of her first semester of college to being on the Dean’s List and how what was learned aids her now as...
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Meet the Student Alumni Ambassadors 2024-2025
Meet the students from our 2024-2025 academic year. Each is on scholarship as a Student Alumni Ambassador, working with UVU's Office of Alumni Relations. They are the ones who found alumni through Wolverine Connect to interview and decided what questions to ask and how the interviews should go.…
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JC Arauz '21 - Create Connection Through Confident Communication
Join Student Alumni Ambassador, Vagner, as he speaks with JC Arauz, a UVU alum working in the cybersecurity industry. JC's journey as a non-traditional student provided him the opportunity to master the art of communicating well and often. Effective networking and leveraging the power of a great...
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Linda Makin '02 - Leave a Legacy by Believing in Yourself
Utah Valley University legend, Linda Makin, graduated in 2002, retired from UVU in 2023, and now shares her story with us! Join Brooke, a Student Alumni Ambassador, in discovering Linda's journey from experiences as a first-generation and non-traditional student to the accomplishment of helping…
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With over 100,000 alumni, Utah Valley University (UVU) has incredible stories of what it means to be a Forever Wolverine. Join our Student Alumni Ambassadors as they facilitate conversations with alumni about their student journey, the transition from student to professional, and how to keep the UVU spirit alive. Connect with guests on Wolverine Connect at engage.uvu.edu/wolverineconnect. UVU alumni are those who have a diploma, certificate, associate degree, bachelor’s degree, or master’s degree from Utah Valley University or any of its previous names since 1941.Go Wolverines!
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