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Unscripted University

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Designed to share the untraditional student's college experience, Unscripted U is an outlet to allow college students from across the US to tell their own unique experiences in higher education and discuss the topics relevant to their daily lives. Unscripted University dives into stories that are often left untold, stories that deserve to be heard and celebrated. Unscripted University: For College Students by College Students.

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Episodes

  1. Adventures Abroad: Ashleigh

    3rd-year student from UT Austin, Ashleigh joins us for our 3rd episode of season 4. Ashleigh shares her experience in Italy as she explores the field of education throughout the country, detailing stories of academic and personal growth along the way.

  2. Adventures Abroad: Caleb

    Caleb joins us for episode 2 from Tokyo, Japan. A rising 4th-year Pre-PT student from UT Austin, Caleb shares his experience abroad, harnessing independence and growth, and celebrating yourself along the way. He details his experience in undergrad and his goals upon his return to campus this Fall.

  3. Adventures Abroad: Collis

    Season 4 takes us abroad to share many stories of students gone abroad. Joining us for Episode 1 is Collis, a rising Senior at UT Austin majoring in Engineering. Collis details is experience in Madrid, Spain studying Air Pollution Engineering; from communication barriers, family comfort, and...

  4. Finding Community: Malyna

    A rising 2nd year at George Washington University, Malyna was able to intern at La Clinica del Pueblo this summer! In assisting the Communications Department, Malyna was able to observe many different aspects of the clinic’s inner workings. As a Political Science student and Cisneros Scholar,...

  5. Creating your own self: Rebeca

    A rising Junior at the University of Arizona, Rebeca joins us for our summer intern series as she concludes her internship with Congressman Ruben Gallego. Beca is a passionate Pre-Med student double majoring in Public Health and Physiology and Health Sciences, and has been able to further harness...

  6. Being comfortable with being uncomfortable: Veronica

    Veronica is currently an intern at the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation in DC and is set to begin her final semester of her undergraduate degree in Information Technology at Rutgers University in New Jersey. Veronica details her experience within higher education in navigating changing majors...

  7. Understanding Humanity: Morelys

    Morelys is a rising Senior at Morgan State University in Baltimore, Maryland majoring in Multimedia Journalism, Digital Communication and Media. She spent her summer interning on Capital Hill as a part of the Summer 2024 Cohort for the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute. An award winning...

  8. Growth in Reflection: Andrea

    A 2023 graduate of San Jose State University, Andrea has relocated to Washington, DC as an intern with the US Securities and Exchange Commission. With a degree in Communication and Media studies, Andrea is passionate and public speaking and using communication as a tool for not only big...

  9. Embracing Opportunity: Alondra

    A rising Senior at McDaniel College in Maryland, Alondra is currently interning at the US Department of Agriculture! She has aspirations of working at the federal level and continuing to make her presence known in big spaces. Majoring in Political Science and Spanish, Alondra shares her…

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  10. The Strength in Asking for Help: Victoria

    As a First-Generation Graduate from Cal State, Long Beach with a degree in Computer Science with a minor in Cybersecurity, Victoria has grown to harness and embrace the strength of asking for help. Currently, on her 6th term as a Software Development intern for the US Securities and Exchange...

  11. Your Circumstances Do Not Define You: Jimena

    Jimena is currently a 3rd year at The University of Texas at Austin majoring in Public Relations. She shares her experience changing majors during her undergraduate career and how she navigated higher education as a transfer student. She opens up about her journey being a non-traditional student...

  12. The Power of Vulnerability: Ft. Areli

    Areli joins us to share her experience as an undergraduate student at UTSA and her passion for mental health and making a positive change in her community. She shares her story and how she has established her own platform encouraging peers to share their own story and shine light on conversations...

  13. Stepping Forward after Setbacks: Jackie

    Jacqueline is currently an undergraduate student at University of California, Berkeley majoring in psychology. In this episode, she shares her experience as a re-entry student and how she has been able to navigate adversity. She holds two research apprentice positions in labs that support social...

  14. Being Consistently You: Christian

    Christian is a current 3rd-year student at Virginia Tech University majoring in International Relations. He shares all about his journey being a first-generation student and all the trials and tribulations he has been able to succeed in. The oldest of 6, Christian prides himself on supporting his...

  15. Rewriting Your Personal Narrative: Natalie

    A current second-year Public Health student at UT Austin, Natalie shares her socioemotional journey through her academics and opportunities. Natalie details how her many experiences have allowed her to evolve and improve herself to accomplish all she sets her mind to.

  16. Prevalence and Perseverance: Lindsi

    A current second-year anthropology and global Latinx studies double major, Lindsi advocates for representation and inclusion on campus. She has founded a new Trinity multicultural sorority and served as an intern in Washington, D.C. As she’s pursued her goals, she acknowledges that the prevalence...

  17. Seeking Representation in Academics and Beyond: Stefen

    A current 3rd-year student at Sewanee, the University of the South, Stefen tells us all about his journey of being the first AND only Latino studies major. Tune in as he shares the experience of establishing the major on campus, his engagement with cultural representation beyond the classroom…

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  18. Culture Shock and The Disconnect: Stephanie

    In episode 3, Stephanie speaks on her experience with the opportunities that come with higher education and the culture shock that lies within. She details how building community in any setting is essential in being able to move forward and have a support system to avoid a disconnect within...

  19. The Power of Mentorship: Ammad

    Welcome, 2024! Kicking off the new year with us is Ammad, who in episode 2 talks about how mentorship has allowed him to grow and navigate higher education as a first-generation college student. Ammad is a current-year Public Health and Philosophy student at the University of Texas at Austin…

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  20. Optimizing and Optimism: Rodolfo

    Rodolfo is currently 2nd year at California College of the Arts, pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Animation Program. Originally from San Juan, Puerto Rico, Rodolfo shares his journey from leaving the island to further his education in California and how he optimized the opportunity to pursue his...

  21. Breaking Into the Real World: Diego

    Diego is a rising second-year who wraps up our first season by detailing his story that is often among many underrepresented students but rarely spoken. He shares about his Honduran roots and his journey in completing higher education. Diego is an undergrad at Clarkson University double majoring…

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  22. Cultivating your Space: Michelle

    Michelle is a rising 3rd year at Brown University pursuing International and Public Affairs. Born in El Salvador, Michelle reflects on her unique journey to higher education and how cultivating and taking up space has propelled her to all she has accomplished. Michelle's experiences at Brown...

  23. Taking Pride in Yourself: Allayna

    Allayna is a rising 2nd-year at Texas A&M and in this episode, they share their journey and struggles as a minority student in a new environment filled with culture shock. They speak on their aspirations for the rest of their undergrad career and how being proud of themselves is important in...

  24. Breaking Standards and Paving New Paths: Agustín

    A rising Junior at Harvard, Agustin opens up to share his experience as an immigrant student at one of the top universities in the world. He is currently studying Environmental Engineering and Public Policy. He is an advocate for equity, and through research and advocacy, has innovated strategic...

  25. The Potential of Gen Z: Jaime

    Jaime is a Senior at Johns Hopkins University majoring in Public Health Studies and International Studies, and a proud North Allegheny graduate. Jaime is actively involved in civic engagement, as seen in his internships with the US Senate, founding a DEI grassroots coalition, and most recently...

  26. A Dream Often Dreamt: Ruben

    Ruben is a rising Senior at Stanislaus State, who is a double major in political science and Spanish with minors in history and Latin American studies. He plans to continue his education at a law school, beginning to do so by securing internships and leading student organizations on campus. Ruben...

  27. Not From Here Nor There: Makenna

    In this episode, Makenna joins us in sharing their experience growing up on the border of Texas and how they have navigated their identity and untraditional culture. They open up about navigating the college admissions process and how to advocate for your goals. Makenna is a 1st-year Psychology...

  28. Campus Culture vs. Family Culture: Alejandro

    Alejandro joins us for episode 3, sharing his story of immigrating to the US and chasing opportunities to better his future. Alejandro is a first-year at SUNY Broome Community College in NY studying Engineering Science. Alejandro opens up about his journey to the US, adjusting to the culture…

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  29. Keeping it Real, Relatable, and Relevant: Luka

    For Episode 2, we are joined by Luka! Luka is a first-year at Emory University, pursuing a degree in Philosophy, Politics, Law (PPL), and History. Luke shares how he has handled the transition into college by surrounding himself with genuine relationships and doing things with purpose, all whilst...

  30. Being You on Your Own Terms: Yarianis

    Join us in celebrating the launch of Unscripted U by listening to Yarianis' story! Yari is a 1st-year at Boston University, pursuing a degree in Biomedical University. She aspires to motivate the younger generation of girls in STEM to make their dreams a reality, all while being themselves on…

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  31. Welcome to Unscripted U!

    Meet Unscripted University; a podcast for college students, by college students! Stay tuned for upcoming episodes!

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Designed to share the untraditional student's college experience, Unscripted U is an outlet to allow college students from across the US to tell their own unique experiences in higher education and discuss the topics relevant to their daily lives. Unscripted University dives into stories that are often left untold, stories that deserve to be heard and celebrated. Unscripted University: For College Students by College Students.

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