Linda's Keys to Academic Success

Picking and Choosing with Peyton Borman

For this episode of Linda's Keys, we sit down with Linda and her guest to discuss what students to do when they find themselves struggling. Peyton Borman joins her in the studio to talk about what academic coaching can look like from the student perspective and more!

Finding Your Path

Muskingum students Jaci Stask and Olivia DeMent join Linda Hatfield for this episode about students finding their way during different college challenges. In conversation, the two students talk about their past academic struggles, their current improvements, and the futures they hope to have during and after college. This podcast was produced by the Spring 2024 MEDIA 365 Audio Production course at Muskingum University. Host Linda Hatfield is an Education Support Specialist at Muskingum University. She teaches "Keys to Academic Success," a class to help students dig into skills, tools, and strategies to help them focus on academics and find success in college. Linda has a master's degree in Library and Information Sciences from the University of Pittsburgh and has been an educator for over 25 years. She recently became a certified life coach with the Coach Training Alliance. Director: Emma Snide Assistant Director: Megan Groves Board Operator: Braden Steinman Editor: JW Dennison Assistant Editor: Vincent Bachmann Production Assistants: Desiré Correa and Ryan Schwartz Promotion Directors: Grace Mangano and Grant Webster Location Manager: Bryce Ceculski Linda's 13 Keys to Academic Success 1-Purpose drives motivation. Why are you here at Muskingum University? 2-Go to class! Active learning in your classes. 3-Knowing about and utilizing campus resources. 4-Critique your study skills. What skills or strategies do you need to learn to do better? 5-Using study groups and effective preparation for tests. 6-Establish good time management skills. 7-Self-assessment and communication with professors. 8-Improve your critical thinking skills. 9-Write to your best ability. Get help from the Writing Center! 10-Communicate and work with your academic advisor, especially when planning classes for next semester. 11-Wisely using instructor feedback and criticism. 12-Utilizing the library and librarians. 13-Evaluate the end of the semester. What did I learn about myself?

Creating Meaningful Relationships with Professors

Linda Hatfield is joined by Dr. Laura Hilton, from the history department, and Dr. Brian King, from the political science and criminal justice department, to discuss the importance of connecting with students. In conversation, they discuss the importance of students connecting with professors, the impact their professors had on them, and the importance of challenging classes. This podcast was produced by the Spring 2024 MEDIA 365 Audio Production course at Muskingum University. Host Linda Hatfield is an Education Support Specialist at Muskingum University. She teaches "Keys to Academic Success," a class to help students dig into skills, tools, and strategies to help them focus on academics and find success in college. Linda has a master's degree in Library and Information Sciences from the University of Pittsburgh and has been an educator for over 25 years. She recently became a certified life coach with the Coach Training Alliance. Director: Braden Steinman Assistant Director: JW Dennison Board Operator: Megan Groves Editor: Emma Snide Assistant Editor: Grant Webster Production Assistants: Desiré Correa and Ryan Schwartz Promotion Directors: Vincent Bachmann and Bryce Ceculski  Location Manager: Grace Mangano Linda's 13 Keys to Academic Success 1-Purpose drives motivation. Why are you here at Muskingum University? 2-Go to class! Active learning in your classes. 3-Knowing about and utilizing campus resources. 4-Critique your study skills. What skills or strategies do you need to learn to do better? 5-Using study groups and effective preparation for tests. 6-Establish good time management skills. 7-Self-assessment and communication with professors. 8-Improve your critical thinking skills. 9-Write to your best ability. Get help from the Writing Center! 10-Communicate and work with your academic advisor, especially when planning classes for next semester. 11-Wisely using instructor feedback and criticism. 12-Utilizing the library and librarians. 13-Evaluate the end of the semester. What did I learn about myself?

Finally on the Right Track

Host Linda Hatfield starts season three joined by Muskingum University sophomore history major, Chipper Iacobucci, and accounting major, Jacquie Christian. In conversations with Linda, these students share their stories about struggling in the classroom and how they were able to turn it around using her advice. Chipper and Jacquie also share the inspirations and motivations that drove them to take Linda’s advice to heart. This podcast was produced by the Spring 2024 MEDIA 365 Audio Production course at Muskingum University. Host Linda Hatfield is an Education Support Specialist at Muskingum University. She teaches "Keys to Academic Success," a class to help students dig into skills, tools, and strategies to help them focus on academics and find success in college. Linda has a master's degree in Library and Information Sciences from the University of Pittsburgh and has been an educator for over 25 years. She recently became a certified life coach with the Coach Training Alliance. Director: Vincent Bachmann Assistant Director: Desiré Correa Board Operator: Emma Snide Editor: Braden Steinman Assistant Editor: Bryce Ceculski Production Assistants: Grace Mangano and Grant Webster Promotion Directors: J.W. Dennison and Ryan Schwartz Location Manager: Megan Groves

Meeting the Leaders of the Line

Host Linda Hatfield is joined by three members of the Leaders of the Line, a new program on Muskingum’s campus. The Leaders of the Line program is overseen by Malek Stewart, Associate Director of Cultural Engagement & Inclusion. This episode features Malek, as well as a mentor and mentee of the program, and a guest speaker who doubles as a Muskingum alumnus. Collectively the four of them share with Linda the purpose of the program, and how it has and can continue to benefit the men of color on campus. This podcast was produced by the MEDIA 495 Senior Seminar course at Muskingum University by Seth Roseberry and Kailyn Shalosky. This episode of Linda’s Keys to Academic Success is sponsored by Wally’s Pizza.   Linda's 13 Keys to Academic Success 1-Purpose drives motivation. Why are you here at Muskingum University? 2-Go to class! Active learning in your classes. 3-Knowing about and utilizing campus resources. 4-Critique your study skills. What skills or strategies do you need to learn to do better? 5-Using study groups and effective preparation for tests. 6-Establish good time management skills. 7-Self-assessment and communication with professors. 8-Improve your critical thinking skills. 9-Write to your best ability. Get help from the Writing Center! 10-Communicate and work with your academic advisor, especially when planning classes for next semester. 11-Wisely using instructor feedback and criticism. 12-Utilizing the library and librarians. 13-Evaluate the end of the semester. What did I learn about myself? Host Linda Hatfield is an Education Support Specialist at Muskingum University. She teaches "Keys to Academic Success," a class to help students dig into skills, tools, and strategies to help them focus on academics and find success in college. Linda has a master's degree in Library and Information Sciences from the University of Pittsburgh and has been an educator for over 25 years.