In this episode of the Wellbeing@KSU Podcast, host Oshun Tinker sits down with Anthony Holmes and Heather Owens from Kennesaw State University’s Department of Career Planning and Development to discuss how to navigate job rejection. They discuss why rejection often feels personal, practical coping strategies for maintaining confidence, and how to stay proactive during the waiting period between applications. The conversation also highlights valuable career resources at KSU, including resume reviews, interview coaching, and additional tools to help students prepare for success.

In this episode of the Wellbeing@KSU Podcast, host Oshun Tinker welcomes financial counselor BethAnne Van de Voort to explore the vital connection between budgeting and student well-being. With practical advice and compassionate insight, BethAnne discusses how creating a realistic spending plan can empower students to manage financial stress, improve mental health, and stay focused on their academic goals. From tracking expenses to using budgeting tools and accessing campus resources like CARE services, this conversation offers actionable steps for students seeking financial stability and emotional resilience.

In this episode, Wellbeing@KSU sits down with Josh Burns from Kennesaw State University’s Department of Student Leadership to uncover how nurturing leadership skills goes hand in hand with maintaining holistic wellbeing. They dive into the signature Leap into Leadership program, along with one-on-one coaching, which helps students clarify their values, strengths, and impact goals. Josh shares how civic engagement and the Owl Creed foster a sense of belonging, and he offers practical pathways from using the Owl Life platform to serving as an orientation leader, for students to step into leadership roles. Finally, he reveals strategies for monitoring energy, reflecting on successes, and preventing burnout so that rising leaders can stay balanced on and off campus.

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