Advising 2 Bits Wed, 04 Mar 2026 14:14:08 -0500 https://advising2bits.buzzsprout.com en-us © 2026 Advising 2 Bits yes b1f579a2-5561-5b12-abca-9dad19bf5701 Jonathan Hallford and Jasey Herrington episodic false Advising 2 Bits is designed to enhance the undergraduate academic advising experience for Auburn University students, parents, and families. Each episode, Jonathan and Jasey will have conversations with different people from the Auburn Family representing the best resources and information on The Plains. War Eagle!

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Jonathan Hallford and Jasey Herrington https://storage.buzzsprout.com/bc8oy03nx9wcahuzzum5j4twf5lp?.jpg Advising 2 Bits Episode 041 | Access Champions Episode 041 | Access Champions Jonathan and Jasey discuss Campus Access for students on campus and the work the Advising and Student Support Caucus is doing behind the scenes to help students succeed and have full campus access.

Dr. Ruthie Spiers - Direct or Academic Advising, Liz Smith - Learning Specialist in Athletics, and Ashely Aston - Academic Advisor in the College of Agriculture join the podcast to discuss how one question can turn into campus-wide student support.

]]> Jonathan and Jasey discuss Campus Access for students on campus and the work the Advising and Student Support Caucus is doing behind the scenes to help students succeed and have full campus access.

Dr. Ruthie Spiers - Direct or Academic Advising, Liz Smith - Learning Specialist in Athletics, and Ashely Aston - Academic Advisor in the College of Agriculture join the podcast to discuss how one question can turn into campus-wide student support.

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Jasey Herrington Buzzsprout-16596520 Tue, 11 Feb 2025 08:00:00 -0500 2327 5 41 full false Episode 040 | Study Abroad Episode 040 | Study Abroad Jonathan and Jasey explore the study abroad process and opportunities with Meredith Powell and Hannah Grider. We discover the programs on campus as well as the process and support students receive. 

]]> Jonathan and Jasey explore the study abroad process and opportunities with Meredith Powell and Hannah Grider. We discover the programs on campus as well as the process and support students receive. 

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Jasey Herrington Buzzsprout-15948571 Tue, 22 Oct 2024 08:00:00 -0400 2062 5 40 full false Episode 039 | Campus Safety and Security Update Episode 039 | Campus Safety and Security Update Jonathan and Jasey bring back Ashley Gann to get an update on what Auburn is doing around campus regarding public safety. 

]]> Jonathan and Jasey bring back Ashley Gann to get an update on what Auburn is doing around campus regarding public safety. 

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Jasey Herrington Buzzsprout-15869720 Tue, 08 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -0400 2184 5 39 full false Episode 038 | Office of Accessibility Episode 038 | Office of Accessibility Jonathan and Jasey sit down with Barclay Bentley and Marlye Lee to discuss accessibility at Auburn. Topics include how to get accommodations, the benefits of utilizing their services, and some tips and tricks.  

]]> Jonathan and Jasey sit down with Barclay Bentley and Marlye Lee to discuss accessibility at Auburn. Topics include how to get accommodations, the benefits of utilizing their services, and some tips and tricks.  

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Jasey Herrington Buzzsprout-15769936 Tue, 17 Sep 2024 15:00:00 -0400 2559 5 38 full false Episode 037 | Returning from Suspension Episode 037 | Returning from Suspension Jonathan and Jasey discuss what students can do in their first semester after an academic suspension. Our guest is Samantha Ansley, the Assistant Director of Student Support in Academic Support. She discusses some tips for success and the resources that can help students along the way. 

]]> Jonathan and Jasey discuss what students can do in their first semester after an academic suspension. Our guest is Samantha Ansley, the Assistant Director of Student Support in Academic Support. She discusses some tips for success and the resources that can help students along the way. 

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Jasey Herrington Buzzsprout-15606054 Tue, 20 Aug 2024 08:00:00 -0400 2257 full false Episode 036 | Academic Spotlight: School of Kinesiology Episode 036 | Academic Spotlight: School of Kinesiology Jonathan and Jasey welcome Robin Martin, Jennifer Jackson, LaTora Todd-Jackson, and Caroline Kirkham from the School of Kinesiology Student Services. We discuss the programs available to students as well as new programs on the horrizon. Additionally students needing good free electives can hear about some of the fun things the School of Kinesiology has to offer any student on campus. 

]]> Jonathan and Jasey welcome Robin Martin, Jennifer Jackson, LaTora Todd-Jackson, and Caroline Kirkham from the School of Kinesiology Student Services. We discuss the programs available to students as well as new programs on the horrizon. Additionally students needing good free electives can hear about some of the fun things the School of Kinesiology has to offer any student on campus. 

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Jasey Herrington Buzzsprout-14858355 Tue, 09 Apr 2024 13:00:00 -0400 2114 4 36 full false Episode 035 | Transfer Students Episode 035 | Transfer Students Jonathan and Jasey discuss transfer students and their specific campus resources with Taylor Kamin in the First Year Experience Office and Codi Plaster in the Pathways and Transfer Center.

]]> Jonathan and Jasey discuss transfer students and their specific campus resources with Taylor Kamin in the First Year Experience Office and Codi Plaster in the Pathways and Transfer Center.

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Jasey Herrington Buzzsprout-14771631 Tue, 26 Mar 2024 11:00:00 -0400 1830 4 35 full false Episode 034 | Path to the Plains Episode 034 | Path to the Plains Jonathan and Jasey discuss Path to the Plains with Beth Hatcher from the Pathway and Transfer Center. This is Episode 1 of a 2 part Transfer Student series. 

]]> Jonathan and Jasey discuss Path to the Plains with Beth Hatcher from the Pathway and Transfer Center. This is Episode 1 of a 2 part Transfer Student series. 

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Meredith Powell Buzzsprout-14667810 Tue, 12 Mar 2024 05:00:00 -0400 1891 4 34 full false Episode 033 | Faculty Mentoring Episode 033 | Faculty Mentoring Happy #2BitsTuesday! This episode is one we were very excited to share on the importance and benefits of Faculty Mentoring. We were joined by Dr. Wheeler Foshee, Professor of Horticulture in the College of Agriculture, and Nicole Gaillard, Horst Schulze School of Hospitality Management in the College of Human Sciences. Whether you're assigned a Faculty advisor, or seek out that mentorship individually, these professional relationships with faculty members can significantly and positively impact your academic experience. Join us as we learn from these professors who provide a great example of what it means to help your students succeed through faculty advising. 

Thank you to our guests, and War Eagle!

]]> Happy #2BitsTuesday! This episode is one we were very excited to share on the importance and benefits of Faculty Mentoring. We were joined by Dr. Wheeler Foshee, Professor of Horticulture in the College of Agriculture, and Nicole Gaillard, Horst Schulze School of Hospitality Management in the College of Human Sciences. Whether you're assigned a Faculty advisor, or seek out that mentorship individually, these professional relationships with faculty members can significantly and positively impact your academic experience. Join us as we learn from these professors who provide a great example of what it means to help your students succeed through faculty advising. 

Thank you to our guests, and War Eagle!

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Meredith Powell Buzzsprout-13832933 Tue, 24 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 1649 full false Episode 032 | Academic Honesty Episode 032 | Academic Honesty Get excited! It's #2BitsTuesday again! In this episode, we welcome Dr. James Ryan, Jean W. Liles Professor of English at Auburn University. Dr. Ryan joins this podcast as the Provost Liaison for Academic Honesty to discuss the topic of Academic Honesty in higher education. 

If you've ever wondered what qualifies as "academic dishonesty" and the steps once a report has been made, listen in to understand how this student-led process helps maintain the integrity of higher education and Auburn University.

]]> Get excited! It's #2BitsTuesday again! In this episode, we welcome Dr. James Ryan, Jean W. Liles Professor of English at Auburn University. Dr. Ryan joins this podcast as the Provost Liaison for Academic Honesty to discuss the topic of Academic Honesty in higher education. 

If you've ever wondered what qualifies as "academic dishonesty" and the steps once a report has been made, listen in to understand how this student-led process helps maintain the integrity of higher education and Auburn University.

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Meredith Powell Buzzsprout-13717139 Tue, 10 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 1869 full false Episode 031 | Academic Spotlight: College of Education Episode 031 | Academic Spotlight: College of Education Happy #2BitsTuesday! In this episode, we're featuring the Auburn College of Education. We're joined by the academic advisors from the College of Ed to discuss their programs, career opportunities, and the brand new College of Education building currently under construction. If you've ever considered becoming an educator, listen in to hear about the various majors offered that can certify you from birth (Special Education) to twelfth grade (various Secondary Ed majors). 

Thanks to Ashley Sullivan, Caleb Tarver, Jennifer Monkman, and Jasey Herrington for joining us in this College Spotlight! War Eagle!

]]> Happy #2BitsTuesday! In this episode, we're featuring the Auburn College of Education. We're joined by the academic advisors from the College of Ed to discuss their programs, career opportunities, and the brand new College of Education building currently under construction. If you've ever considered becoming an educator, listen in to hear about the various majors offered that can certify you from birth (Special Education) to twelfth grade (various Secondary Ed majors). 

Thanks to Ashley Sullivan, Caleb Tarver, Jennifer Monkman, and Jasey Herrington for joining us in this College Spotlight! War Eagle!

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Meredith Powell Buzzsprout-13660434 Tue, 26 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 1404 full false Episode 030 | Department of Campus Safety and Security Episode 030 | Department of Campus Safety and Security Welcome back to another #2BitsTuesday. In today's episode we sat down for a discussion with the Auburn University Department of Campus Safety and Security. We were joined by Susan McAllister, Director, Campus Safety and Compliance and Ashley Gann, Public Information Officer for Campus Safety and Security.

After last week's episode with Title IX and Safe Harbor, we wanted to showcase another department on campus dedicated to the safety and wellbeing of our students, faculty, staff, and any guests that visit campus. Susan and Ashley provided some great information on staying safe, informed, and alert through their AU Alert system, website, and other valuable resources like the Auburn Safety App. 

Listen in to learn how you can utilize these resources and be in the know for any safety concerns occurring on campus. Thanks to our guests, and War Eagle!

]]> Welcome back to another #2BitsTuesday. In today's episode we sat down for a discussion with the Auburn University Department of Campus Safety and Security. We were joined by Susan McAllister, Director, Campus Safety and Compliance and Ashley Gann, Public Information Officer for Campus Safety and Security.

After last week's episode with Title IX and Safe Harbor, we wanted to showcase another department on campus dedicated to the safety and wellbeing of our students, faculty, staff, and any guests that visit campus. Susan and Ashley provided some great information on staying safe, informed, and alert through their AU Alert system, website, and other valuable resources like the Auburn Safety App. 

Listen in to learn how you can utilize these resources and be in the know for any safety concerns occurring on campus. Thanks to our guests, and War Eagle!

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Meredith Powell Buzzsprout-13573636 Tue, 12 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 1640 4 2 full false Episode 029 | Title IX and Safe Harbor Episode 029 | Title IX and Safe Harbor Welcome back to another Fall semester with the Advising 2Bits podcast! We sat down for an important conversation with Carrie Rose (Assistant Director, Auburn Cares) and Katherine Weathers (Senior Deputy Title IX Coordinator) to discuss the resources available to students and employees on campus who have been affected by interpersonal violence including domestic, sexual, and emotional.

The Title IX and Safe Harbor offices on campus serve to help students and employees impacted by this violence and assists them in finding a path forward through confidential conversations and resolutions. Please listen in as we ask questions about what the processes in these offices look like and how to reach out when in need.

“Safe Harbor is a confidential, free resource for all Auburn University students and employees who have experienced sexual or relationship violence. Safe Harbor helps connect people to resources and can provide information about reporting options. Safe Harbor is available to speak to your class or office about resources for survivors of sexual violence and how students and employees can help someone who tells them about an incidence of violence.

If interested, please email safeharbor@auburn.edu to request a presentation. Additionally, you can always refer yourself or someone else to meet with a Safe Harbor advocate for support online through aub.ie/saferefer or by calling our hotline at 334-844-7233.”

“The Title IX office provides support and resolution options to our students, faculty, and staff for the following types of Prohibited Conduct:

  • Sexual Harassment
  • Hostile Environment Sexual Harassment
  • Sexual Assault
  • Sexual Exploitation
  • Domestic Violence
  • Dating Violence
  • Intimate Partner Violence
  • Stalking
  • Complicity
  • Retaliation”
]]> Welcome back to another Fall semester with the Advising 2Bits podcast! We sat down for an important conversation with Carrie Rose (Assistant Director, Auburn Cares) and Katherine Weathers (Senior Deputy Title IX Coordinator) to discuss the resources available to students and employees on campus who have been affected by interpersonal violence including domestic, sexual, and emotional.

The Title IX and Safe Harbor offices on campus serve to help students and employees impacted by this violence and assists them in finding a path forward through confidential conversations and resolutions. Please listen in as we ask questions about what the processes in these offices look like and how to reach out when in need.

“Safe Harbor is a confidential, free resource for all Auburn University students and employees who have experienced sexual or relationship violence. Safe Harbor helps connect people to resources and can provide information about reporting options. Safe Harbor is available to speak to your class or office about resources for survivors of sexual violence and how students and employees can help someone who tells them about an incidence of violence.

If interested, please email safeharbor@auburn.edu to request a presentation. Additionally, you can always refer yourself or someone else to meet with a Safe Harbor advocate for support online through aub.ie/saferefer or by calling our hotline at 334-844-7233.”

“The Title IX office provides support and resolution options to our students, faculty, and staff for the following types of Prohibited Conduct:

  • Sexual Harassment
  • Hostile Environment Sexual Harassment
  • Sexual Assault
  • Sexual Exploitation
  • Domestic Violence
  • Dating Violence
  • Intimate Partner Violence
  • Stalking
  • Complicity
  • Retaliation”
]]> Jonathan Hallford and Meredith Powell Buzzsprout-13513599 Tue, 05 Sep 2023 08:00:00 -0400 2187 4 1 full false Episode 028 | ALEKS Placement Exam - CWE 2023 Episode 028 | ALEKS Placement Exam - CWE 2023 Heather Hamilton (Department of Mathematics and Statistics joins us to discuss the ALEKS placement exam that is required of all 2023 incoming freshmen.

For more information, please use the following links:
Frequently Asked ALEKS Questions - https://aub.ie/aleksfaqs
Instructions on taking ALEKS - https://aub.ie/takealeks
ALEKS Math Placement Assessment general information - https://aub.ie/mathplacement
Email: mathplacement@auburn.edu
Phone: 334-844-4235

]]> Heather Hamilton (Department of Mathematics and Statistics joins us to discuss the ALEKS placement exam that is required of all 2023 incoming freshmen.

For more information, please use the following links:
Frequently Asked ALEKS Questions - https://aub.ie/aleksfaqs
Instructions on taking ALEKS - https://aub.ie/takealeks
ALEKS Math Placement Assessment general information - https://aub.ie/mathplacement
Email: mathplacement@auburn.edu
Phone: 334-844-4235

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Meredith Powell Buzzsprout-12715263 Wed, 26 Apr 2023 08:00:00 -0400 1570 3 11 full false Episode 027 | Academic Appeals Part 2 Episode 027 | Academic Appeals Part 2 Dr. Ruthie Spiers (Director of University Advising) and Allison Stadler (Academic Support) join Meredith and Jonathan to discuss the academic appeals process. 
This is part of 2 of a 2-part series aimed at providing information to those students who have found themselves in academic jeopardy.

]]> Dr. Ruthie Spiers (Director of University Advising) and Allison Stadler (Academic Support) join Meredith and Jonathan to discuss the academic appeals process. 
This is part of 2 of a 2-part series aimed at providing information to those students who have found themselves in academic jeopardy.

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Meredith Powell Buzzsprout-12715205 Tue, 25 Apr 2023 08:00:00 -0400 1858 3 10 full false Episode 026 | Academic Appeals Part 1 Episode 026 | Academic Appeals Part 1 Karen Battye (University Registrar) and Mike Lee (Academic Advisor in COSAM) join Meredith and Jonathan to discuss the academic appeals process. 
This is part of 1 of a 2-part series aimed at providing information to those students who have found themselves in academic jeopardy.

]]> Karen Battye (University Registrar) and Mike Lee (Academic Advisor in COSAM) join Meredith and Jonathan to discuss the academic appeals process. 
This is part of 1 of a 2-part series aimed at providing information to those students who have found themselves in academic jeopardy.

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Meredith Powell Buzzsprout-12715174 Mon, 24 Apr 2023 17:00:00 -0400 1128 3 9 full false 025 | The Transient Process 025 | The Transient Process Are you planning to take classes at a different institution for credit toward your Auburn degree? In this episode, Jonathan and Meredith tackle the transient process. Jeff Amey and David Adkison from the Office of the Registrar join in to discuss the process and some dos and don'ts.

]]> Are you planning to take classes at a different institution for credit toward your Auburn degree? In this episode, Jonathan and Meredith tackle the transient process. Jeff Amey and David Adkison from the Office of the Registrar join in to discuss the process and some dos and don'ts.

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Meredith Powell Buzzsprout-12585946 Tue, 04 Apr 2023 10:00:00 -0400 1560 3 8 full false 024 | Why do students have to take core? 024 | Why do students have to take core? Meredith and Jonathan have a conversation with Dr. Lawrence Wit, Associate Dean Emeritus, College of Sciences and Mathematics, and Associate Dean Dr. Charles Israel, College of Liberal Arts about the core curriculum. Dr. Wit and Dr. Israel discuss the reason behind the core and the importance of the core curriculum.  The group discusses the best way to choose classes, when the student's curriculum allows for choices, and what is different about the core and the classes they took in high school.

]]> Meredith and Jonathan have a conversation with Dr. Lawrence Wit, Associate Dean Emeritus, College of Sciences and Mathematics, and Associate Dean Dr. Charles Israel, College of Liberal Arts about the core curriculum. Dr. Wit and Dr. Israel discuss the reason behind the core and the importance of the core curriculum.  The group discusses the best way to choose classes, when the student's curriculum allows for choices, and what is different about the core and the classes they took in high school.

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Meredith Powell Buzzsprout-12430667 Tue, 14 Mar 2023 08:00:00 -0400 1838 3 7 full false Episode 023 | The Importance of Academic Advising in Higher Education Article Discussion Episode 023 | The Importance of Academic Advising in Higher Education Article Discussion Meredith and Jonathan discuss a blog post from "Homeroom: The Official Blog of the U.S. Department of Education" written by Kaitlin Thach, Intern, U.S. Department of Education, Office of Communication and Outreach

Link: https://blog.ed.gov/2022/08/the-importance-of-academic-advising-in-higher-education/#:~:text=Advisors%20assist%20in%20monitoring%20academic,major%20policies%20and%20procedures%20better.

Reference:
Thach, K. (2022, August 10). The Importance of Academic Advising in Higher Education [web log]. Retrieved January 26, 2023, from https://blog.ed.gov/2022/08/the-importance-of-academic-advising-in-higher-education/#:~:text=Advisors%20assist%20in%20monitoring%20academic,major%20policies%20and%20procedures%20better. 

]]> Meredith and Jonathan discuss a blog post from "Homeroom: The Official Blog of the U.S. Department of Education" written by Kaitlin Thach, Intern, U.S. Department of Education, Office of Communication and Outreach

Link: https://blog.ed.gov/2022/08/the-importance-of-academic-advising-in-higher-education/#:~:text=Advisors%20assist%20in%20monitoring%20academic,major%20policies%20and%20procedures%20better.

Reference:
Thach, K. (2022, August 10). The Importance of Academic Advising in Higher Education [web log]. Retrieved January 26, 2023, from https://blog.ed.gov/2022/08/the-importance-of-academic-advising-in-higher-education/#:~:text=Advisors%20assist%20in%20monitoring%20academic,major%20policies%20and%20procedures%20better. 

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Meredith Powell Buzzsprout-12266831 Thu, 16 Feb 2023 10:00:00 -0500 1572 3 6 full false Episode 022 | Academic Spotlight - College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment Episode 022 | Academic Spotlight - College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment Are you looking to declare a major, change your major, or take some interesting free electives? The College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment might be the place for you. 

Ginger Donanaldon discusses the programs and majors offered by the college, their recent move from a school to a college, and opportunities for all students on campus.

Finds out more here: https://cfwe.auburn.edu/ 

]]> Are you looking to declare a major, change your major, or take some interesting free electives? The College of Forestry, Wildlife and Environment might be the place for you. 

Ginger Donanaldon discusses the programs and majors offered by the college, their recent move from a school to a college, and opportunities for all students on campus.

Finds out more here: https://cfwe.auburn.edu/ 

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Meredith Powell Buzzsprout-12155103 Tue, 31 Jan 2023 11:00:00 -0500 1275 3 5 full false Episode 021 | Peer Advisor Tips and Tricks Episode 021 | Peer Advisor Tips and Tricks Come hear from 2 peer advisors on how students can use resources on campus.

]]> Come hear from 2 peer advisors on how students can use resources on campus.

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Meredith Powell Buzzsprout-12064089 Tue, 17 Jan 2023 16:00:00 -0500 1709 3 4 full false Episode 020 | Baby Steps Episode 020 | Baby Steps Caroline joins Jonathan and Meredith to discuss the Baby Steps program in the Auburn area. This program works with students who are mothers and fathers and provide resources for those students to have their baby AND their education without giving up one or the other. 

]]> Caroline joins Jonathan and Meredith to discuss the Baby Steps program in the Auburn area. This program works with students who are mothers and fathers and provide resources for those students to have their baby AND their education without giving up one or the other. 

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Meredith Powell Buzzsprout-11608107 Tue, 01 Nov 2022 09:00:00 -0400 802 3 3 full false Episode 019 | Academic Support Episode 019 | Academic Support Jaime Miller joins us from the Office of Academic Support. She will discuss the services that her office offers and how to get the most out of their programs. 

]]> Jaime Miller joins us from the Office of Academic Support. She will discuss the services that her office offers and how to get the most out of their programs. 

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Meredith Powell Buzzsprout-11416012 Tue, 04 Oct 2022 09:00:00 -0400 2050 3 2 full false Episode 018 | Financial Aid Update Episode 018 | Financial Aid Update In this episode, Jonathan and Meredith welcome back Scott Cameron from the Office of Student Financial Services. Scott will update listeners on changes made with Financial Aid. 

]]> In this episode, Jonathan and Meredith welcome back Scott Cameron from the Office of Student Financial Services. Scott will update listeners on changes made with Financial Aid. 

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Meredith Powell Buzzsprout-11351487 Tue, 20 Sep 2022 09:00:00 -0400 1143 3 1 full false Episode 017 | Graduate School with Dr. Flowers Episode 017 | Graduate School with Dr. Flowers We start the second half of Season 2 with our guest Dr. Flowers, Dean of the Graduate School who joins us to provide incredible information for students interested in graduate school. 

For more information visit: http://graduate.auburn.edu   

]]> We start the second half of Season 2 with our guest Dr. Flowers, Dean of the Graduate School who joins us to provide incredible information for students interested in graduate school. 

For more information visit: http://graduate.auburn.edu   

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Meredith Powell Buzzsprout-10086249 Wed, 16 Feb 2022 10:00:00 -0500 2303 2 6 full false Episode 016 | Parallel Planning Episode 016 | Parallel Planning This week we have Anna Burchett and Anna Traylor, both Academic Advisors in the College of Science and Mathematics, joining us to discuss parallel planning.  This is vital for students who are on a path that include many different outcomes following graduation to better prepare themselves for anything that comes down the road in college. 

]]> This week we have Anna Burchett and Anna Traylor, both Academic Advisors in the College of Science and Mathematics, joining us to discuss parallel planning.  This is vital for students who are on a path that include many different outcomes following graduation to better prepare themselves for anything that comes down the road in college. 

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Meredith Powell Buzzsprout-9471789 Mon, 01 Nov 2021 15:00:00 -0400 2253 2 5 full false Episode 015 | Academic Advising: It's More Than What Classes You Should Take Episode 015 | Academic Advising: It's More Than What Classes You Should Take This week our guest is Dr. Janet Moore, Assistant Dean of Student Services in the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering.  Dr. Moore provides us with some excellent insight into getting the most out of your academic advising experience.  She brings with her an incredible amount of experience and works to provide students with the best advising experience possible. 

]]> This week our guest is Dr. Janet Moore, Assistant Dean of Student Services in the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering.  Dr. Moore provides us with some excellent insight into getting the most out of your academic advising experience.  She brings with her an incredible amount of experience and works to provide students with the best advising experience possible. 

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Meredith Powell Buzzsprout-9389225 Mon, 18 Oct 2021 12:00:00 -0400 2254 2 4 full false Episode 014 | Auburn University Parent & Family Programs Episode 014 | Auburn University Parent & Family Programs Torey Palmer with Parent & Family Programs joins us to give us great insight to navigating college as a parent along with resources available.

Visit http://parentandfamily.auburn.edu for more information! 

]]> Torey Palmer with Parent & Family Programs joins us to give us great insight to navigating college as a parent along with resources available.

Visit http://parentandfamily.auburn.edu for more information! 

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Meredith Powell Buzzsprout-9293524 Mon, 04 Oct 2021 08:00:00 -0400 2213 2 3 full false Episode 013 | Welcome Week with Dr. Woodard Episode 013 | Welcome Week with Dr. Woodard This week Dr. Woodard,  Senior Vice President for Student Affairs at Auburn University, stopped by our Welcome Week table to have a quick conversation about all the great work Student Affairs does here at Auburn.

For more information on Student Affairs, visit studentaffairs.auburn.edu.  Those on social media can connect to Dr. Woodard through his Twitter account, @WarEagleWoodard and on Instagram @WarEagleWoodard.

]]> This week Dr. Woodard,  Senior Vice President for Student Affairs at Auburn University, stopped by our Welcome Week table to have a quick conversation about all the great work Student Affairs does here at Auburn.

For more information on Student Affairs, visit studentaffairs.auburn.edu.  Those on social media can connect to Dr. Woodard through his Twitter account, @WarEagleWoodard and on Instagram @WarEagleWoodard.

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Meredith Powell Buzzsprout-9233942 Tue, 21 Sep 2021 09:00:00 -0400 1120 2 2 full false Episode 012 | Having a Successful Start with Charlie Nutt Episode 012 | Having a Successful Start with Charlie Nutt Season 2 is here!!!  Welcome back to campus, we are excited to start the fall semester!  We are starting Season 2 with our special guest Charlie Nutt, Executive Director of NACADA (National Academic Advising Association: The Global Community for Academic Advising).  Charlie discusses his thoughts about academic advising and how students can begin their college time successfully. 

]]> Season 2 is here!!!  Welcome back to campus, we are excited to start the fall semester!  We are starting Season 2 with our special guest Charlie Nutt, Executive Director of NACADA (National Academic Advising Association: The Global Community for Academic Advising).  Charlie discusses his thoughts about academic advising and how students can begin their college time successfully. 

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Meredith Powell Buzzsprout-9073041 Mon, 23 Aug 2021 12:00:00 -0400 2985 2 1 full false Episode 011 | Maximizing Your Academic Advising Episode 011 | Maximizing Your Academic Advising Amy Brock, Director of Academic advising in the College of Agriculture, and Katie Lackey, Director of Academic Advising in the College of Human Sciences, join us this week to provide tips and insight for students to maximize their academic advising experience.  

]]> Amy Brock, Director of Academic advising in the College of Agriculture, and Katie Lackey, Director of Academic Advising in the College of Human Sciences, join us this week to provide tips and insight for students to maximize their academic advising experience.  

]]> Buzzsprout-8585650 Tue, 25 May 2021 11:00:00 -0400 2268 1 11 full false Episode 009 | Camp War Eagle 2021: Auburn's Freshman Orientation Episode 009 | Camp War Eagle 2021: Auburn's Freshman Orientation The great folks from the Camp War Eagle (CWE) staff join us this week to discuss the updates to orientation sessions and advising for this summer.  This episode has great information for incoming students and parents looking to attend CWE. 

Visit auburn.edu/cwe for more information! 

War Eagle!

]]> The great folks from the Camp War Eagle (CWE) staff join us this week to discuss the updates to orientation sessions and advising for this summer.  This episode has great information for incoming students and parents looking to attend CWE. 

Visit auburn.edu/cwe for more information! 

War Eagle!

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Meredith Powell Buzzsprout-8451580 Mon, 03 May 2021 14:00:00 -0400 2014 1 9 full false Episode 008 | Student Counseling & Psychological Services Episode 008 | Student Counseling & Psychological Services This week, Dr. Dustin Johnson joins to discuss Auburn's Student Counseling & Psychological Services and all the great resources they provide to the Auburn Family!

Visit http://wp.auburn.edu/scs/ for more information! 

We are about to discuss general resources available to survivors of sexual assault and interpersonal violence. While we only discuss resources and not situations or details, if this topic will cause you discomfort, please skip to minute 7:15. 

]]> This week, Dr. Dustin Johnson joins to discuss Auburn's Student Counseling & Psychological Services and all the great resources they provide to the Auburn Family!

Visit http://wp.auburn.edu/scs/ for more information! 

We are about to discuss general resources available to survivors of sexual assault and interpersonal violence. While we only discuss resources and not situations or details, if this topic will cause you discomfort, please skip to minute 7:15. 

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Meredith Powell Buzzsprout-8319611 Mon, 12 Apr 2021 11:00:00 -0400 2878 1 8 full false Episode 007 | Office of the Registrar Episode 007 | Office of the Registrar This week we are joined by Karen Battye, Jeff Amey, and Cary Sockwell Curtiss from the Office of the Registrar.  This episode features incredible resources for everyone including updates on the new course section changes beginning with class registration for Summer/Fall 2021. 

Visit http://registrar.auburn.edu for more information.  You can also email the Registrar at registrar@auburn.edu. 

]]> This week we are joined by Karen Battye, Jeff Amey, and Cary Sockwell Curtiss from the Office of the Registrar.  This episode features incredible resources for everyone including updates on the new course section changes beginning with class registration for Summer/Fall 2021. 

Visit http://registrar.auburn.edu for more information.  You can also email the Registrar at registrar@auburn.edu. 

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Meredith Powell Buzzsprout-8187803 Mon, 22 Mar 2021 10:00:00 -0400 3019 1 7 full false Episode 006 | First Year Seminars & Learning Communities Episode 006 | First Year Seminars & Learning Communities Chris Wyckoff and Mark Armstrong join us this week to discuss First Year Seminars and Learning Communities.  Learn how students can get connected to FYS & LCs along with all the great experiences they can enjoy through these programs. 

Visit aub.ie/fys to learn more! 

]]> Chris Wyckoff and Mark Armstrong join us this week to discuss First Year Seminars and Learning Communities.  Learn how students can get connected to FYS & LCs along with all the great experiences they can enjoy through these programs. 

Visit aub.ie/fys to learn more! 

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Meredith Powell Buzzsprout-8146713 Tue, 16 Mar 2021 08:00:00 -0400 2199 1 6 full false Episode 005 | Competitive Majors: Part 2 Episode 005 | Competitive Majors: Part 2 Join us this this week for part two as our guest Stephanie Wood, Academic Advisor in Nursing, discusses competitive majors and the intricacies of parallel planning, applying to competitive majors, and how your Academic Advisor is there to help!  

This is a two part episode.  Be sure to listen to part one before this episode: Episode 004 - Competitive Majors Part 1. 

]]> Join us this this week for part two as our guest Stephanie Wood, Academic Advisor in Nursing, discusses competitive majors and the intricacies of parallel planning, applying to competitive majors, and how your Academic Advisor is there to help!  

This is a two part episode.  Be sure to listen to part one before this episode: Episode 004 - Competitive Majors Part 1. 

]]> Buzzsprout-8082537 Fri, 05 Mar 2021 10:00:00 -0500 2743 1 5 full false Episode 004 | Competitive Majors: Part I Episode 004 | Competitive Majors: Part I Join us this this week as our guest Stephanie Wood, Academic Advisor in Nursing, discusses competitive majors and the intricacies of parallel planning, applying to competitive majors, and how your Academic Advisor is there to help!  

This is a two part episode. 

]]> Join us this this week as our guest Stephanie Wood, Academic Advisor in Nursing, discusses competitive majors and the intricacies of parallel planning, applying to competitive majors, and how your Academic Advisor is there to help!  

This is a two part episode. 

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Meredith Powell Buzzsprout-8006524 Mon, 22 Feb 2021 12:00:00 -0500 2728 1 4 full false Episode 003 | The Biggio Center: How Auburn Transitioned to Online Learning During the Pandemic Episode 003 | The Biggio Center: How Auburn Transitioned to Online Learning During the Pandemic Dr. Asim Ali, Executive Director for the Biggio Center for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, joins us this week to help pull back the curtain behind the planning and execution of online learning at Auburn during the pandemic along with all of the great resources the Biggio Center provides to students and faculty.   

]]> Dr. Asim Ali, Executive Director for the Biggio Center for the Enhancement of Teaching and Learning, joins us this week to help pull back the curtain behind the planning and execution of online learning at Auburn during the pandemic along with all of the great resources the Biggio Center provides to students and faculty.   

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Meredith Powell Buzzsprout-7746238 Mon, 08 Feb 2021 12:00:00 -0500 2945 1 3 full false Episode 002 | Advising at Auburn Episode 002 | Advising at Auburn Dr. Ruthie Spiers, Director of Academic Advising, joins us this week to provide excellent information about the goals of advising along with advice on getting the most out of your advising appointments!  

]]> Dr. Ruthie Spiers, Director of Academic Advising, joins us this week to provide excellent information about the goals of advising along with advice on getting the most out of your advising appointments!  

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Meredith Powell Buzzsprout-7537894 Mon, 01 Feb 2021 06:00:00 -0500 2120 1 2 full false Episode 001 | Financial Aid Episode 001 | Financial Aid This episode we are joined by Scott Cameron from Auburn's Student Financial Services.  Scott provided a deep insight into how students can approach situations related to their finances while at Auburn and where they can go to get resources.  

]]> This episode we are joined by Scott Cameron from Auburn's Student Financial Services.  Scott provided a deep insight into how students can approach situations related to their finances while at Auburn and where they can go to get resources.  

]]> Jonathan Hallford and Meredith Powell Buzzsprout-7391560 Wed, 20 Jan 2021 09:00:00 -0500 2498 1 1 full false Episode 000 | Trailer Episode 000 | Trailer Welcome to the Advising 2 Bits podcast!  Preview our trailer and look for new content and episodes coming soon in 2021. 

War Eagle! 

]]> Welcome to the Advising 2 Bits podcast!  Preview our trailer and look for new content and episodes coming soon in 2021. 

War Eagle! 

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