Episodes

  • The pros and cons of pursuing a law degree
    Aug 29 2024

    In this episode of School Dayz, host Ya Mariyam Taylor explores the pros and cons of pursuing a law degree. Joined by first-year law student Daniella Samura, law school student Ishmael Koroma, and practicing lawyer Alima George, the discussion dives into the realities of law school and the diverse career paths it opens. Whether you're considering law school or simply curious about the legal profession, this conversation offers valuable insights into what it takes to succeed in this challenging field.

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    38 mins
  • The importance of connecting students to mental health services
    Aug 7 2024

    In this episode, we discussed the importance of connecting students to mental health services and how these connections can help them stay in school and succeed academically. Join us as we explore strategies to support student mental health and create a nurturing educational environment.

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    31 mins
  • God's of the classroom
    May 7 2024

    God's of the Classroom - delves into the dynamics of power and authority within educational settings. Exploring themes of student-lecturer relationships, bullying, and the challenges faced by students, this episode aims to spark dialogue and reflection on issues shaping the classroom experience.

    Guests share personal stories and insights, shedding light on who holds sway in the classroom, student-lecturer interactions, instances of bullying and harassment, etc.

    Through candid conversations and reflection, this episode aims to provoke thought and encourage listeners to engage more openly on critical issues.

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    44 mins
  • Reflection: Do universities prepare students for the world?
    Dec 27 2023

    Reflection: Do universities prepare students for the world? Find out in this episode, featuring three students from Limkokwing University, Fourah Bay College and Njala University.

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    45 mins
  • Student expectations versus reality
    Apr 28 2023

    Students who get accepted to study at a college or university usually have very high expectations. The reality is usually different though. For many, it's disappointing and harsh. In this episode of School Dayz, we hear from Claude, first year engineering student, Juliet, a former law student of Fourah Bay College and Abubakarr who attended the University of Makeni as they share stories of their expectations versus reality when they go into university. The episode also features James Tamba Lebbie from the University of Sierra Leone who talks about the challenges of meeting student expectations.

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    33 mins
  • Study-Work Balance
    Feb 5 2023

    Joggling work and studies can be quite challenging. It can also be a very meaningful experience for many people. But what's it like to balance the two? We've brought together the experiences of past and present students who know all about work-study balance.

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    27 mins