Study Abroad Programs give you the opportunity to experience the world as your classroom. Navigating a new landscape may open your eyes to culture, history, a new language or your heritage. Studying Abroad opens the door to personal growth and discovery too.  Joining Casey in talking about her Study Abroad in India is Angela Velarde.The “My First Year” podcast is a GEAR UP production. Series Concept by Juan Maya Hernandez. Hosted by Casey Weld Audio production and post-production services by TinDragon Media.  Production music courtesy of epidemicsound.com Special thanks to:  GEAR UP 4 LA  Study Smart Tutors The GEAR UP Alumni Association And to listeners, like you.

<description>&lt;p&gt;Study Abroad Programs give you the opportunity to experience the world as your classroom. Navigating a new landscape may open your eyes to culture, history, a new language or your heritage. Studying Abroad opens the door to personal growth and discovery too. &lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Joining Casey in talking about her Study Abroad in India is Angela Velarde.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;em&gt;The “My First Year” podcast is a GEAR UP production.&lt;br/&gt;Series Concept by Juan Maya Hernandez.&lt;br/&gt;Hosted by Casey Weld&lt;br/&gt;Audio production and post-production services by TinDragon Media. &lt;br/&gt;Production music courtesy of epidemicsound.com&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Special thanks to: &lt;br/&gt;GEAR UP 4 LA &lt;br/&gt;Study Smart Tutors&lt;br/&gt;The GEAR UP Alumni Association&lt;br/&gt;And to listeners, like you.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Study Abroad

Between graduating high school and enrolling in College Orientation, there is a lot of work that has to be done to get ready for college in the summer. Guest Victor Sanchez sits down to explain what drove him to take this summer of transitions seriously. The “My First Year” podcast is a GEAR UP production. Series Concept by Juan Maya Hernandez. Hosted by Casey Weld Audio production and post-production services by TinDragon Media.  Production music courtesy of epidemicsound.com Special thanks to:  GEAR UP 4 LA  Study Smart Tutors The GEAR UP Alumni Association And to listeners, like you.

<description>&lt;p&gt;Between graduating high school and enrolling in College Orientation, there is a lot of work that has to be done to get ready for college in the summer. Guest Victor Sanchez sits down to explain what drove him to take this summer of transitions seriously. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;em&gt;The “My First Year” podcast is a GEAR UP production.&lt;br/&gt;Series Concept by Juan Maya Hernandez.&lt;br/&gt;Hosted by Casey Weld&lt;br/&gt;Audio production and post-production services by TinDragon Media. &lt;br/&gt;Production music courtesy of epidemicsound.com&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Special thanks to: &lt;br/&gt;GEAR UP 4 LA &lt;br/&gt;Study Smart Tutors&lt;br/&gt;The GEAR UP Alumni Association&lt;br/&gt;And to listeners, like you.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

The Transition to College

Harvard, Princeton, oh my! Starting your college experience at a prestigious Ivy League can be full of high expectations and demanding course load. Casey sits down with guest Jesus Lino to discuss how he found his way to Harvard University. The “My First Year” podcast is a GEAR UP production. Series Concept by Juan Maya Hernandez. Hosted by Casey Weld Audio production and post-production services by TinDragon Media.  Production music courtesy of epidemicsound.com Special thanks to:  GEAR UP 4 LA  Study Smart Tutors The GEAR UP Alumni Association And to listeners, like you.

<description>&lt;p&gt;Harvard, Princeton, oh my! Starting your college experience at a prestigious Ivy League can be full of high expectations and demanding course load. Casey sits down with guest Jesus Lino to discuss how he found his way to Harvard University.&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;em&gt;The “My First Year” podcast is a GEAR UP production.&lt;br/&gt;Series Concept by Juan Maya Hernandez.&lt;br/&gt;Hosted by Casey Weld&lt;br/&gt;Audio production and post-production services by TinDragon Media. &lt;br/&gt;Production music courtesy of epidemicsound.com&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Special thanks to: &lt;br/&gt;GEAR UP 4 LA &lt;br/&gt;Study Smart Tutors&lt;br/&gt;The GEAR UP Alumni Association&lt;br/&gt;And to listeners, like you.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Going Ivy League

Speaking to her experiences of joining a college organization, Blandina Flores talks to Casey about how to find your &apos;familia&apos; in a new community when feeling homesick.The “My First Year” podcast is a GEAR UP production. Series Concept by Juan Maya Hernandez. Hosted by Casey Weld Audio production and post-production services by TinDragon Media.  Production music courtesy of epidemicsound.com Special thanks to:  GEAR UP 4 LA  Study Smart Tutors The GEAR UP Alumni Association And to listeners, like you.

<description>&lt;p&gt;Speaking to her experiences of joining a college organization, Blandina Flores talks to Casey about how to find your &amp;apos;familia&amp;apos; in a new community when feeling homesick.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;em&gt;The “My First Year” podcast is a GEAR UP production.&lt;br/&gt;Series Concept by Juan Maya Hernandez.&lt;br/&gt;Hosted by Casey Weld&lt;br/&gt;Audio production and post-production services by TinDragon Media. &lt;br/&gt;Production music courtesy of epidemicsound.com&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Special thanks to: &lt;br/&gt;GEAR UP 4 LA &lt;br/&gt;Study Smart Tutors&lt;br/&gt;The GEAR UP Alumni Association&lt;br/&gt;And to listeners, like you.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

Finding Your Family On-Campus

In this episode, Casey sits down with guest Terran Artis, current student at University of California Irvine, explains how he has balanced his time between studying two majors and fulfilling his personal aspirations.The “My First Year” podcast is a GEAR UP production. Series Concept by Juan Maya Hernandez. Hosted by Casey Weld Audio production and post-production services by TinDragon Media.  Production music courtesy of epidemicsound.com Special thanks to:  GEAR UP 4 LA  Study Smart Tutors The GEAR UP Alumni Association And to listeners, like you.

<description>&lt;p&gt; In this episode, Casey sits down with guest Terran Artis, current student at University of California Irvine, explains how he has balanced his time between studying two majors and fulfilling his personal aspirations.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;&lt;em&gt;The “My First Year” podcast is a GEAR UP production.&lt;br/&gt;Series Concept by Juan Maya Hernandez.&lt;br/&gt;Hosted by Casey Weld&lt;br/&gt;Audio production and post-production services by TinDragon Media. &lt;br/&gt;Production music courtesy of epidemicsound.com&lt;br/&gt;&lt;br/&gt;Special thanks to: &lt;br/&gt;GEAR UP 4 LA &lt;br/&gt;Study Smart Tutors&lt;br/&gt;The GEAR UP Alumni Association&lt;br/&gt;And to listeners, like you.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</description>

A Tale of Two Majors / Time Management

My First Year is an original GEAR UP podcast that explores how students become success stories after they graduate high school. And just like all great stories, it comes with humble beginnings. Host Casey Weld talks with interesting Gear Up alumni and educators about their first starts in college, finding a job and more. Experience is always the best teacher. Join the conversation today! For more information, visit www.gearup4la.net

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