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Charging Up your First Year

Charging Up your First Year

By: Union College First-Year Experience
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 Welcome to Season 2! Charging Up your First Year is a podcast series for Union College's incoming students in the Class of 2029 and their family and supporters. Throughout each episode, you will have the opportunity to learn about different topics and offices on campus and hear about what to expect when you arrive on campus this fall. During our Lightning List segments, current students will share some of their favorite things about Union College and even some tips and tricks for your transition to Union. We hope you join us to Charge Up your First Year!Union College First-Year Experience
Episodes
  • Getting Involved at Union with OC (and SF President) Kassie

    Getting Involved at Union with OC (and SF President) Kassie
    Jun 18 2025

    In this episode, we're joined by Orientation Committee member Kassie (she's also your incoming Student Forum President) to chat all about one of the most exciting parts of your first year: getting involved! Kassie shares what she's looking forward to next year and why Club Expo is your go-to first step for getting involved at Union. Whether you're into music, sports, gaming, or just want to try something new, we think you'll find a club for you at Club Expo!

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    24 mins
  • A Few Campus Events and Traditions

    A Few Campus Events and Traditions
    Jun 4 2025

    Welcome back to Charging Up Your First Year! In this episode, we’re joined by OC Marissa to chat about some of Union’s favorite campus traditions (from cherished events to waiting in line for t-shirts) that help make Union feel like home. We only had about 20 minutes, so while we didn’t get to cover every tradition, we hit some highlights that we hope get you excited for what's to come.
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    27 mins
  • A Day in the Life, Academic Support & What’s Due Soon

    A Day in the Life, Academic Support & What’s Due Soon
    May 21 2025

    In this first full episode of Charging Up Your First Year, Aileen is joined by Orientation Committee member Ben to talk about what a typical day looks like for him as a Union student. They also highlight many academic support resources available to help you succeed and share important reminders about forms and deadlines in your applicant portal.
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    23 mins
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