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Woke, Wise, College Kids
by Erin Wheeler
Each week on Woke, Wise, College Kids, Dr. Erin Wheeler, founder of Be Preppy, shares soulful advice and little known tips to help college students maximize their college experience, get their degree, and secure the post-college bag!
Episodes
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Woke Wise Votin' Kids
On this episode, we speak with Dylan Sellers of the Campus Vote Project. In 2012, Fair Elections Center launched Campus Vote Project (CVP) to focus and expand its work around student voting issues. Since then, Campus Vote Project has been working to normalize and institutionalize student voting…
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Kicking It In Covid: Tips To Cope & Thrive
There are no proven tips for coping in a pandemic. We are all playing this thing by ear. In Episode 2, host and college success coach, Dr. Erin shares her best tips on how to cope and thrive during the pandemic. After the episode, don’t forget to rate and subscribe. Episode Resources: The Study...
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It's been a while...
In this episode, the host, Dr. Erin, gives a sneak peek of the new season, catches the listeners up on what has happened since the last season, and shares her advice on persisting in difficult times. Episode Links Dr. Erin's Book - Geaux Wiser: Secrets to College Success Dr. Erin's IG -...
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Episode 22: Woke Wise 1st Gens
This episode is dedicated to the National First-Generation College Celebration on Friday, November 8th. This day is to honor, acknowledge and support 1st-generation students across America. 1st generation students are the first to attend college in their family. Research on 1st-gen students shows...
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Episode 21: Girl vs Grad School with Mattie Hawkins
There are millions of students beginning graduate school this fall so this episode is the perfect way to end our college grad series. Mattie Hawkins is our guest on this series. Mattie Hawkins, is a 2017 graduate of Southeastern Louisiana University. She is currently pursuing a Masters of Science...
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Episode 20: Art Imitating Post-Grad Life with Bria Felicien
The time after getting your first college degree is a weird time that most all college grads experience. It is filled with hard lessons, tough choices, and challenging personal reflection. It’s confusing and frustrating. In this episode, our host, Dr. Erin Wheeler, chats with Bria Felicien about...
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Episode 19: Overcoming Post-Grad Blues
Most college grads go through a period called post-grad blues. Post-grad blues can be characterized by a period or periods(s) of depression, sadness, confusion, and frustration. It can come in waves and it can be temporary. Although it is common among grads, it is not really talked about. In this...
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Episode 18: Success 101: Beyonce's Homecoming
Beyonce's Netflix documentary, Homecoming, was epic for so many reasons. One, she captured the journey to making history as the first African-American woman to headline Coachella. Two, the documentary highlighted her first performance after giving birth to twins. Three, the film showed how and…
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Episode 17: Finding X: Conquering College Algebra & Math Anxiety
Many don’t realize that you don’t have to love math to pass it. You just have to understand that getting solid grades in math takes hours of practice. Not even that student who is considered a math wiz can get away with putting in the proper work. But don’t take my word for it. Ask Eric Johnson,...
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Episode 16: Surviving Sexual Assault: Maggy's Story
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Sexual assault in college is a serious issue. According to Campus Safety Magazine: Between 20% and 25% of women will experience a completed and/or attempted rape during their college career (1) More than half of raped college women tell no one of their...
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Episode 15: Woke Wise and Aware: Understanding Campus Sexual Assault
This episode is dedicated to addressing sexual assault on college campuses. When you think about college, you think about freedom, and dating, and parties. However, there’s not enough discussion, especially with new students, the darker side of college life. College has so many factors that make…
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Episode 13: Woke Wise Love Story feat. Domonique Washington
In this episode we focus on love! Why? Because Valentine's Day is near and that’s when love is on steroids. Love can make you do crazy things, especially in college. It can bring out the worst or bring out the best in you. It can have you all happy one minute or stressed out the next. Some people...
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Episode 14: Woke Wise Hip Hop Prez feat. Dr. Walter Kimbrough
In this episode, we to speak to Dr. Walter Kimbrough. He's the author of Black Greek 101: The Culture, Customs and Challenges of Black Fraternities and Sororities. He has long been a respected leader in Higher Education. In fact, he became a college president by the time he was 37. His...
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Episode 12: The Minority Report feat. Cedric Dent. Jr.
1799 is the first record of an African American attending an American University or college. By 1900 2000 African Americans had Higher Education degrees of which ONLY 390 received degrees from white institutions and there were 78 black colleges established by this time. In 1954, the Supreme Court...
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Episode 11: Goal Diggin' College Kids
On our last episode, we talked about reflection after the conclusion of the fall semester. The conclusion of the fall semester signals the holidays and new resolutions. Besides being optimistic about the new semester as a student, you may be excited about personally starting over in the new year....
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Episode 10: Finals Reflections
Another semester of finals are in the books. How did you do? Did any of your grades increase from midterms? Did you not do as well on your finals and didn't get grade you hoped for? Did you fail a class? Whatever your outcome, you get a chance to wipe the slate clean next semester. However…
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Episode 9: 10 Tips for Taming Finals
The final exam period in college is a stressful time. Suddenly, the weight of the semester is suddenly on your shoulders. You have comprehensive exams, projects and papers coming out the wazoo. It seems that the days get shorter and nights get longer. Your adrenaline is rushing and caffeine is a...
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Episode 8: Intern Hustle (feat. Jenna Rein)
Entry level position. Bachelor’s degree required. 1 year experience preferred but not required. Preferred candidate will have strong communications, organization, and leadership skills. Must be able to work independently and on a team. This is the standard description for jobs that you’ll seeing...
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Episode 7: Surviving the Holidays
This episode is all about the holidays. Holidays can be bittersweet for college students. Whether, going home for the holidays is exciting and comforting or whether going home brings on anxiety and sadness, you probably feel all types of emotions as it get closer to the holiday season. In this...
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Episode 6: Happy Healthy College Kid (feat. Keya Clark)
Making top grades in college isn’t all about being smart, but rather being wise, which is the whole point of this podcast. It never fails that students who are struggling in class are mentally and physically tired. Truth is, there’s no magical learning tips to substitute for the impact that diet...
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Episode 5: Get Your Money's Worth (feat. Katy Oliveria)
An average 4-year college degree from a public university can be more than 40k. Unfortunately, many college grads feel as though their degree did not give them the life and career that they were promised. However, many college students don't take advantage of all the resources and experiences…
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Episode 4: Student vs Athlete
Episode 4 explores the world of collegiate athletics. Special guest, Isaac Armstead, a scholar-athlete from University of South Dakota, share his advice on how to thrive while balancing dual identities of academics and athletics. The hot topic question: Should college athletes be compensated in...
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Episode 3: My Study Skills Are Trash
While studying is an important part of the college experience, it is the most painful part. Many students know that they could improve their study habits, but they don't know where to start. In this episode, Dr. Erin gives a quick and dirty tour of college learning and provides a simple but...
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Episode 2 - Fear of Being Smart
On Episode 2, Mr. Leonard Geddes, founder of the LearnWell Project shares his journey of going from an average student in the back of the class to an academic all-star. He also encourages college students to can gain academic confidence and set aside myths about being smart. Episode References...
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Episode 1 - Orientation
In this episode, listener will learn the inspiration behind the podcast and get an overview of what's to come in the season!
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Each week on Woke, Wise, College Kids, Dr. Erin Wheeler, founder of Be Preppy, shares soulful advice and little known tips to help college students maximize their college experience, get their degree, and secure the post-college bag!
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