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Connecting Badgers

Connecting Badgers aims to enhance learning and student success by promoting, protecting & restoring mental health while acknowledging that stigma and health disparities exist and can be barriers to care. We provide students with evidence based tips & tools grounded from feminist and trauma informed approaches to increase mental health literacy, which is the knowledge & beliefs about mental health concerns that aid in recognition, management and prevention.

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Study Skills, Stress Management, and Grounding (Reupload) from 2023-12-06T18:00

On the next episode of the Connecting Badgers podcast - It’s that time of the semester again: finals! This week we provide some tips on studying, stress management, and grounding skills. Listen ...

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Men's Mental Health from 2023-12-01T18:03:07

In this episode of the Connecting Badgers Podcast, our hosts are joined by Matt Sablan, a male-identified mental health provider, to discuss men's mental health and the meaning and impact of...

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GSCC from 2023-11-01T17:00

This episode the hosts are joined by two student employees of the Gender and Sexuality Campus Center. The guests share all things GSCC, including where to find it, services offered, personal con...

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Responding to Global Crises from 2023-10-26T19:08:52

The Connecting Badgers hosts offer support for anyone affected by the Israel-Palestine conflict, with offers of validation, suggestions for coping, resources, and ideas for those wanting to sup...

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Social Media from 2023-10-04T17:35:24

If you have a love-hate relationship with social media like most of us, listen to this episode of Connecting Badgers where we discuss the different ways in which social media impacts ou...

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Suicide Prevention from 2023-09-13T17:00

***Content Advisory: This episode will include discussion around suicide, mental health distress, and suicidal ideation. 

Today our hosts interview UHS Prevention’s Val Donovan and KK Kot...

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Welcome Fall 2023 - An Introduction to MHS Services from 2023-09-06T17:00

Welcome Fall 2023 – an Introduction to MHS Services 

Welcome new and returning students! In this episode we provide an overview of what’s offered through Mental Health Services g...

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MHS Summer Services 2023 from 2023-06-27T17:00:30

Did you know MHS has services over the summer? Listen in to learn more about what’s available, who’s eligible, and how to get connected, whatever your situation! 

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Study Skills, Stress Management, and Grounding from 2023-05-03T16:30:02

It’s that time of the semester again: finals! Listen in as we give some tips on studying, stress management, and grounding skills. 

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International Student Services from 2023-04-19T15:30:25

Join our hosts as we talk with representatives from the International Student Services office to learn more about their scope and services, and ways in which ISS can support International Studen...

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APIDA Heritage Month from 2023-04-12T15:30:29

This episode features Christa Zhang, Master of Social Work student and practicum trainee at MHS, interviewing Kevin Wong, Program Coordinator for the APIDA Student Center. We talk more about API...

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McBurney Disability Resource Center from 2023-03-22T15:30

On the latest episode of the Connecting Badgers podcast we meet with Ryan Keegan of the McBurney Disability Resource Center to learn about accommodations and other resources available to student...

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When a Relationship Ends from 2023-03-01T16:45

On the latest episode of the Connecting Badgers podcast, we talk about what happens when a relationship ends, the impacts of this loss, different ways to cope, and resources available.

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Care Management from 2023-02-15T17:15:20

On the latest episode of the Connecting Badgers podcast, we meet with our guest and new full-time host, Andie Schwabe, LPC, a Care Manager and Eating Disorder Specialist at UHS, to learn more ab...

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Finals & End of Semester Stress from 2022-12-13T18:00:52

On this episode we talk finals, managing end of semester stress, and resources available for students.


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MHS Training Programs from 2022-12-06T18:00:16

On this episode we talk more with Jennifer Moulton, PhD, Assistant Director of Training at MHS, and Kari Treu, MsE, a postgraduate fellow about the training programs offered through MHS.

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Mental Health 102 from 2022-11-15T18:00:58

Join us for Mental Health 102, the latest episode of the Connecting Badgers podcast where we talk about what to expect out of counseling and how to get connected to services.

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Mental Health 101 from 2022-10-25T17:00:48

Join us for a ‘mental health 101’ discussion where we talk about how to identify mental health concerns, how to support yourself, and when to reach out.

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Group Counseling from 2022-09-20T17:00:27

We talk with Ben De Boer, psychologist and MHS’ group coordinator, about group counseling, what it is and how to know if it might be a good fit for you. Listen for more information current MHS g...

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Fall 2022 Services and Resources from 2022-09-08T17:00:04

Welcome, Students! Today’s hosts give an overview of offerings through Mental Health Services this Fall, provide updates on how to access services, and share resources available.

Let’s Ta...

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UHS Summer Mental Health Services from 2022-06-28T13:53:09

Our hosts share information about the mental health services and resources available through UHS over the summer. Whether or not you are enrolled in summer classes, in or out of state, we’ve got...

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Episode 305: Finals, Graduation, and Next Phase of Life Transitions from 2022-05-09T15:00:10

Hosts Q, Liz, and Casey talk with MHS psychologists Dr. Jeff Hird and Dr. Felix Savino about managing the end of the semester, tools and tips for studying and finding balance in this time, as we...

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Episode 304: Social Media and Mental Health from 2022-05-02T15:00:29

For this episode of the Connecting Badgers Podcast Casey, Liz, and Quincy discuss social media and the pros and cons it has on mental wellbeing. Resources are provided for students interested in...

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Episode 303: Conversations About Drugs and Alcohol from 2022-03-15T15:00

Geoff Brown, LPC, the Coordinator of Substance Use Services at UHS, clears up common myths and misconceptions about drug and alcohol use, answers questions about how to gauge your use and intake...

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Episode 302: National Eating Disorders Awareness (NEDA) from 2022-03-07T16:00

Andie Schwabe, a UHS provider for eating disorder assessments, met with Liz and Casey to talk about eating disorders and how to recognize disordered eating, and ways to support others, get help,...

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Episode 301: Black History Months and Events from 2022-02-15T16:00

Lauren Adams, Program Coordinator for the Black Cultural Center (BCC), Jacqueline Nah, planning committee co-chair, and DeOnna Garrison, planning committee member, join hosts Geetanjali, Quincy,...

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Episode 209: Finals and End of Semester Stress from 2021-12-13T16:00

Hosts Liz and Casey talk finals, managing end of semester stress, and resources available for students. 

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Episode 208: Movember and Men's Mental Health from 2021-11-22T16:00

Join Casey, Liz, and guest Geoff Brown, LPC to discuss Movember and men's mental health. 

Men in Conversation: A Panel Discussion on Men's Mental Health. Sign up for the webinar on N...

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Episode 207: Returning Home for Holidays and Issues Over Semester Breaks from 2021-11-08T16:00

Hosts Liz and Casey chat about returning home for the holidays and what happens if home is not necessarily a safe or supportive environment. Listen in for tips on setting boundaries, coping stra...

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Episode 206: ADHD and Self Diagnosis from 2021-10-25T15:00

Co-hosts Casey, Liz and Quincy meet with Denise Calhoun Ph.D to discuss ADHD. Listen in to learn more about ADHD, its symptoms, treatment, and services provided by UHS. 

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Episode 205: Hobbies and Activities That Bring You Joy from 2021-10-11T15:00

Casey, Liz, and Q spend some time talking about their current hobbies and activities, finding balance, and the value of learning what brings you joy.

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Episode 204: Latinx Heritage and Latinx Heritage Month from 2021-09-27T15:00

For this episode of the Connecting Badgers Podcast Casey and Liz are joined by Olga Riusech to discuss Latinx Heritage Month. Olga shares more about the theme Amor y Salud, about upcoming events...

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Episode 203: Substance Use & Badger Recovery from 2021-09-13T15:00

Hosts Sidra and Casey chat with Geoff Brown, LPC, Coordinator of Substance use Services at MHS. Listen in for a discussion on substance use, resources available if students are concerned about t...

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Episode 202: MHS Fall Services from 2021-09-07T15:00

In this episode, Casey, Liz, and Sidra are joined by Sarah Nolan, Director of Mental Health Services, to discuss what services will be offered in Fall 2021 and how! Learn more about which servic...

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Episode 201: Back to School from 2021-08-30T15:00

Welcome back students! In this episode Casey is joined by MHS psychologist Jeff Hird and Meg Boyer, a postdoc resident at MHS, for a conversation about navigating the start of a new semester, pa...

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Episode 127: McBurney Accommodations and Services from 2021-08-03T03:00

Episode hosts Sidra, Liz, and Casey share some basic information about the McBurney Center on campus, provide examples of mental health concerns and symptoms for which accommodations may be help...

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Episode 27: McBurney Accommodations and Services from 2021-08-03T03:00

Episode hosts Sidra, Liz, and Casey share some basic information about the McBurney Center on campus, provide examples of mental health concerns and symptoms for which accommodations may be help...

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Episode 26: Summer Mental Health from 2021-06-21T15:00

Hosts Liz and Casey interview Jeff Peterson, LCSW, MHS therapist and Crisis Stabilization Specialist about general mental health and services available over the summer. Jeff shares ways to incor...

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Episode 126: Summer Mental Health from 2021-06-21T15:00

Hosts Liz and Casey interview Jeff Peterson, LCSW, MHS therapist and Crisis Stabilization Specialist about general mental health and services available over the summer. Jeff shares ways to incor...

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Episode 125: Pride from 2021-06-07T15:00

For Pride month, join hosts Sidra and Liz as they have a conversation with LGBTQ Focus Mental Health provider at UHS, Sam Herlitzke, LMFT on all things pride and celebrating LGBTQ identities. Listen

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Episode 25: Pride from 2021-06-07T15:00

For Pride month, join hosts Sidra and Liz as they have a conversation with LGBTQ Focus Mental Health provider at UHS, Sam Herlitzke, LMFT on all things pride and celebrating LGBTQ identities. Listen

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Episode 124: Finals, Graduation, and Summer Activities in a Pandemic from 2021-05-03T15:00

On today’s episode, hosts Liz, Casey, Sidra and Mary navigate the conversation of graduation and summer activities with our guest speaker Bjorn Hanson. Bjorn will share several ideas on celebrat...

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Episode 24: Finals, Graduation, and Summer Activities in a Pandemic from 2021-05-03T15:00

On today’s episode, hosts Liz, Casey, Sidra and Mary navigate the conversation of graduation and summer activities with our guest speaker Bjorn Hanson. Bjorn will share several ideas on celebrat...

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Episode 123: Finding a Therapist (Part 2) from 2021-04-19T15:00

During today’s episode, hosts Liz and Casey share their expertise with Sidra, Mary, and our listeners regarding navigating insurance with the purpose of getting connected to a community mental h...

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Episode 23: Finding a Therapist (Part 2) from 2021-04-19T15:00

During today’s episode, hosts Liz and Casey share their expertise with Sidra, Mary, and our listeners regarding navigating insurance with the purpose of getting connected to a community mental h...

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Episode 122: Sexual Assault Awareness Month from 2021-04-05T15:00

Content Warning: Our topic for today is on Sexual Assault Awareness Month. This material may be triggering for some listeners. Today we have conversations on sexual assault ...

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Episode 22: Sexual Assault Awareness Month from 2021-04-05T15:00

Content Warning: Our topic for today is on Sexual Assault Awareness Month. This material may be triggering for some listeners. Today we have conversations on sexual assault ...

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Episode 21: Ways to Recharge Without Spring Break from 2021-03-22T15:00

For today’s episode, hosts Sidra and Mary navigate coping with the cancellation of Spring Break this semester. Spring Break is the usually very awaited time to rest, reconnect, reengage and rech...

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Episode 121: Ways to Recharge Without Spring Break from 2021-03-22T15:00

For today’s episode, hosts Sidra and Mary navigate coping with the cancellation of Spring Break this semester. Spring Break is the usually very awaited time to rest, reconnect, reengage and rech...

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Episode 20: Finding a Therapist from 2021-03-08T17:00

Today, hosts Casey, Liz, Jamie, Sidra and Mary navigate the conversation on exploring your needs and wants when searching for a community provider. This may be applicable when the options for ac...

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Episode 120: Finding a Therapist (Part 1) from 2021-03-08T16:00

Today, hosts Casey, Liz, Jamie, Sidra and Mary navigate the conversation on exploring your needs and wants when searching for a community provider. This may be applicable when the options for ac...

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Episode 20: Finding a Therapist (Part 1) from 2021-03-08T16:00

Today, hosts Casey, Liz, Jamie, Sidra and Mary navigate the conversation on exploring your needs and wants when searching for a community provider. This may be applicable when the options for ac...

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Episode 119: Codependency from 2021-02-22T16:00

On this episode, hosts Sidra and Casey talk with MHS’ Michelle Pitot, EdD, MSSW, about codependency in all types of relationships. Due to some technical difficulties, audio quality may be impact...

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Episode 19: Codependency from 2021-02-22T16:00

On this episode, hosts Sidra and Casey talk with MHS’ Michelle Pitot, EdD, MSSW, about codependency in all types of relationships. Due to some technical difficulties, audio quality may be impact...

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Episode 118: Couples Counseling from 2021-02-08T15:56:03

Hosts Sidra, Jamie, Liz, and Casey talk couples counseling with Mental Health Services provider, Jo Hoese, PhD on why couples counseling, what might lead partners to get counseling together, how...

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Episode 18: Couples Counseling from 2021-02-08T15:56:03

Hosts Sidra, Jamie, Liz, and Casey talk couples counseling with Mental Health Services provider, Jo Hoese, PhD on why couples counseling, what might lead partners to get counseling together, how...

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Episode 117: Welcome Back Students & Welcome Sidra to the Podcast from 2021-01-25T15:00

On this episode, hosts Liz, Casey, Jamie and Mary welcome a new host to our Connecting Badgers team, Sidra! This episode is focused on getting to know our new host Sidra and listening to their i...

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Episode 17: Welcome Back Students & Welcome Sidra to the Podcast from 2021-01-25T15:00

On this episode, hosts Liz, Casey, Jamie and Mary welcome a new host to our Connecting Badgers team, Sidra! This episode is focused on getting to know our new host Sidra and listening to their i...

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Episode 116: Debunking Therapy Myths (Part 2) from 2020-12-21T16:00

This is a continuation of episode 14. 

On this episode, hosts Casey, Liz and Mary continue to debunk myths about therapy and working with a therapist. ...

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Episode 16: Debunking Therapy Myths (Part 2) from 2020-12-21T16:00

This is a continuation of episode 14. 


On this episode, hosts Casey, Liz and Mary continue to debunk myths about therapy and working with a therapist.&n...

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Episode 115: Finals and Mental Health from 2020-12-07T16:00

On this episode, hosts Casey, Liz and Mary suggest strategies for taking care of yourself during finals week for improved performance as well as maintaining health and wellbeing. 

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Episode 15: Finals and Mental Health from 2020-12-07T16:00

On this episode, hosts Casey, Liz and Mary suggest strategies for taking care of yourself during finals week for improved performance as well as maintaining health and wellbeing. 


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Episode 114: Debunking Therapy Myths (Part 1) from 2020-11-23T16:00

On this Episode of Connecting Badgers hosts Mary and Casey debunk some common myths about therapy. 

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Episode 14: Debunking Therapy Myths (Part 1) from 2020-11-23T16:00

On this Episode of Connecting Badgers hosts Mary and Casey debunk some common myths about therapy. 


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Episode 113: Movember from 2020-11-09T16:00

On this episode, hosts Casey, Liz and Mary are joined by MHS provider Corey Steele Ph.D to talk about Movember. For more information, including how to get connected with a UHS provider, visit ht...

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Episode 13: Movember from 2020-11-09T16:00

On this episode, hosts Casey, Liz and Mary are joined by MHS provider Corey Steele Ph.D to talk about Movember. For more information, including how to get connected with a UHS provider, visit ht...

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Episode 112: Dating and Domestic Violence from 2020-10-26T15:00

CW: Dating and Domestic Violence. 

On this episode, hosts Casey, Liz and Mary are joined by MHS and Survivor Services provider Molly Caradonna, PsyD to talk about da...

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Episode 12: Dating and Domestic Violence from 2020-10-26T15:00

CW: Dating and Domestic Violence. 


On this episode, hosts Casey, Liz and Mary are joined by MHS and Survivor Services provider Molly Caradonna, PsyD to talk abou...

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Episode 111: Depression Awareness Month from 2020-10-12T15:00

A content warning for our listeners: This episode of Connecting Badgers discusses self-harm, suicide, and death. If you would like you can skip forward to 18:22 mark for our discussion on self c...

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Episode 11: Depression Awareness Month from 2020-10-12T15:00

A content warning for our listeners: This episode of Connecting Badgers discusses self-harm, suicide, and death. If you would like you can skip forward to 18:22 mark for our discussion on self c...

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Episode 110: Suicide Prevention from 2020-09-28T15:00

A content warning for our listeners: This episode of Connecting Badgers discusses self-harm, suicide, and death. If you'd like to skip this content, please fast forward to the 11:30 minute mark ...

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Episode 10: Suicide Prevention from 2020-09-28T15:00

A content warning for our listeners: This episode of Connecting Badgers discusses self-harm, suicide, and death. If you'd like to skip this content, please fast forward to the 11:30 minute mark ...

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Episode 109: Group Services at MHS from 2020-09-14T15:00

On episode 9 of Connecting Badgers co-hosts Liz and Mary speak with Ben de Boer, PsyD, CGP, Coordinator of Group Services at MHS. Join us to learn more about the groups program in general at MHS...

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Episode 09: Group Services at MHS from 2020-09-14T15:00

On episode 9 of Connecting Badgers co-hosts Liz and Mary speak with Ben de Boer, PsyD, CGP, Coordinator of Group Services at MHS. Join us to learn more about the groups program in general at MHS...

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Episode 108: Back to School from 2020-08-31T16:00

On episode 8 of Connecting Badgers co-hosts Liz, Casey and Mary welcome students back to campus with a review and discussion of tools and skills to aid studying as well as supportive resources s...

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Episode 08: Back to School from 2020-08-31T16:00

On episode 8 of Connecting Badgers co-hosts Liz, Casey and Mary welcome students back to campus with a review and discussion of tools and skills to aid studying as well as supportive resources s...

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Episode 107: Boundaries from 2020-08-17T14:00

On episode 7 of Connecting Badgers co-hosts Casey, Liz and Mary process boundaries: what they are, what they may look like, how to recover after crossing a boundary, etc. After navigating these ...

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Episode 07: Boundaries from 2020-08-17T14:00

On episode 7 of Connecting Badgers co-hosts Casey, Liz and Mary process boundaries: what they are, what they may look like, how to recover after crossing a boundary, etc. After navigating these ...

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Episode 106: Financial Aid Resources from 2020-08-03T15:00

On Episode 6 of the Connecting Badgers Podcast co-hosts Mary and Liz interview Joselyn Diaz-Valdes, a Senior Advisor in the Office of Student Financial Aid at UW-Madison. Listen in to learn more...

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Episode 06: Financial Aid Resources from 2020-08-03T15:00

On Episode 6 of the Connecting Badgers Podcast co-hosts Mary and Liz interview Joselyn Diaz-Valdes, a Senior Advisor in the Office of Student Financial Aid at UW-Madison. Listen in to learn more...

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Episode 105: International Student Services at UW-Madison from 2020-07-20T17:00

On Episode 5 of the Connecting Badgers Podcast co-hosts Mary, Liz, Jamie, and Casey interview Morgan Keller, Assistant Director of Student Transition and Co-curricular Education at International...

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Episode 05: International Student Services at UW-Madison from 2020-07-20T17:00

On Episode 5 of the Connecting Badgers Podcast co-hosts Mary, Liz, Jamie, and Casey interview Morgan Keller, Assistant Director of Student Transition and Co-curricular Education at International...

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Episode 104: Mental Health Services at UHS from 2020-07-13T16:00

In the 4th episode of the Connecting Badgers Podcast, join Mary, Jamie, Casey, and Liz for an overview of the resources available at University Health Services, Mental Health Services.  Aft...

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Episode 04: Mental Health Services at UHS from 2020-07-13T16:00

In the 4th episode of the Connecting Badgers Podcast, join Mary, Jamie, Casey, and Liz for an overview of the resources available at University Health Services, Mental Health Services.  Aft...

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Episode 103: Accessing Services from 2020-06-22T22:21:15

Please listen to our previously released short message addressing recent events, the Black Lives Matter movement, and how you can show support and engage directly in anti-racist action.  Listen

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Episode 03: Accessing Services from 2020-06-22T22:21:15

Please listen to our previously released short message addressing recent events, the Black Lives Matter movement, and how you can show support and engage directly in anti-racist action.  Listen

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Statement on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Social Justice from 2020-06-22T21:51:34

The values described in this mission statement of the Connecting Badgers podcast include a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice. We would be remiss if we did not acknow...

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Episode 102: FACE COVID from 2020-06-01T16:51:15

UHS Mental Health Services staff discuss how to “FACE COVID” and demonstrate a grounding technique.

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Episode 02: FACE COVID from 2020-06-01T16:51:15

UHS Mental Health Services staff discuss how to “FACE COVID” and demonstrate a grounding technique.


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Episode 101: Commencement from 2020-05-08T21:15:50

Commencement is an important celebration of academic accomplishments. It is valid to grieve the cancellation of our in person commencement ceremony. We hope that this episode gives you strategie...

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Episode 01: Commencement from 2020-05-08T21:15:50

Commencement is an important celebration of academic accomplishments. It is valid to grieve the cancellation of our in person commencement ceremony. We hope that this episode gives you strategie...

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