Spotlighting the work of current and former students participating in comprehensive transition programs across Kentucky. These student-led projects are making community and campus connections.
CCS Student Spotlight: Xin Ni
The College and Career Studies (CCS) program would like to spotlight Xin Ni this month. Xin is in her second year in the CCS program. Xin’s main passion is drawing comics. She creates her own comic called DinoFriends, which she posts regularly on Instagram. With this comic, she has made a whole world of colorful characters who explore various aspects of life together. Xin is taking three classes this semester: Writing Comics, First Aid and Emergency Care, and Practicum in Universal Design. In all of these classes, she is using her art skills to learn and share more about those topics. For Xin’s practicum project this semester, she is working with the Graphic Medicine Resource Lab to explore how comics can make healthcare topics more accessible to a wider audience. Graphic medicine is also a field that examines people’s lived experiences to understand health issues better and help improve outcomes …
NKU Captures Student CTP Experiences in New Video Series
These three short videos capture students’ academic experiences, campus life, and mentoring partnerships, as well as their experiences both on and off campus. SHEP Academic Experience https://youtu.be/bsgCM4Xfr4o SHEP Campus Life Experience https://youtu.be/ZlL9ySLsavA SHEP Internship Experience https://youtu.be/XXXxPYU9GWQ …
Community Spotlight – Episode 16: Mental Health and Wellness
In this edition of Community Spotlight, Callie interviews two UK employees whose work is related to mental health and wellness. Amy Rodquist-Kodet is a holistic health coach and wellness specialist for UK Health and Wellness. Kristen Dahl works at the Human Development Institute at UK on multiple initiatives that center mental health, wellness, and mindfulness. In this interview, Callie asks about some of the supports and resources people might think about for mental health and wellness, the differences between them, and how we can work on our personal goals day to day …
Nate Palermo – NKU Graduate and CTP Student
Nate Palermo – NKU Graduate and CTP Student Nate’s area of interest revolves around environmental science, animal life, and parks & rec. Nate has completed classes in environmental science, psychology, athletics and more. He enjoys playing games with friends, attending NKU basketball games, and working out in the Rec Center. During his time at NKU, Nate has completed several internship placements which include NKU’s Rec Center, the Cincinnati Zoo, the College of Education, and the Cincinnati Museum Center. Nate also enjoys working outside and volunteering his time with Gorman Farms. Supported Higher Educationat Northern Kentucky University …
Joe Gerstle – NKU Graduate and CTP Student
Joe Gerstle – NKU Graduate and CTP Student During his time at NKU, Joe completed classes related to business, athletics, media and more while also participating in NKU’s Greek Life as a member of the Pike Fraternity. In his free time, Joe enjoys attending NKU basketball games, working out at the Rec Center, and hanging out with his Pike brothers. He is passionate about sports and can be found weightlifting, playing basketball, summing, and running to just name a few activities. During his time in the SHEP Program, Joe focused his internship experience on team management and supporting the Men’s Baseball Team. For the last couple of years, Joe lived on campus in the residence halls and provided assistance to the baseball coaches and players during their practice times. Supported Higher Educationat Northern Kentucky University …
Hilltopper pride continues at WKU with Football and Fun
Hilltopper pride continues at WKU with Football and Fun The first semester of the WKU SAV-Y program ends on a high note with additional collaboration by embedding peer mentor participation in a graduate-level school psychology program. SAV-Y at Western Kentucky University …
Community Spotlight Podcast – Episode 15: UK Athletics
Community Spotlight Podcast – Episode 15: UK Athletics Jacob interviews Chris Shoals, Associate Director of Athletic Communications and Public Relations at UK. Jacob and Chris talk about UK Athletics, sports media, and the importance of sports to the college experience and in society at large …
Ann’s Music Spotlight featuring Nick Teale
Ann’s Music Spotlight featuring Nick Teale Ann’s Music Spotlight is a media series showcasing local and regional Kentucky musicians. It is hosted by Ann Switzer, an alum of the College and Career Studies at UK, who now works as a mentor and media specialist at HDI. In this episode, Ann interviews Louisville singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Nick Teale. Thank you for listening! …
Community Spotlight Podcast- Episode 13: Scott County Humane Society
Community Spotlight Podcast- Episode 13: Scott County Humane Society …
