POLKcast | Polk State's Podcast Series | Polk State College

Welcome to Polk State College's official podcast, POLKcast, where listeners have the opportunity to hear the stories of students, faculty, and staff.

POLKcast | Polk State's Podcast Series | Polk State College is a education podcast hosted by Polk State College, with 38 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Polk State College hosts POLKcast | Polk State's Podcast Series | Polk State College, a education show with 38 episodes published.

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  POLKcast: Why does it matter? Part 2 of understanding the relevance of coursework

  Apr 7, 202532 minS0

  <p >In this season finale of POLKcast, President Dr. Angela Garcia Falconetti, Academic Coach and Recruitment Specialist Jeannette Grullon, Professor of Nursing Viridiana Coyt, and Professor of Biology and Phi Theta Kappa Xi Pi Advisor Anthony Cornett discuss the value in connecting coursework to career and life goals. Missed Part 1? Listen here.</p> <p >POLKcast’s fifth season was developed by the students and advisors of Polk State College’s award-winning Phi Theta Kappa Xi Pi Chapter. It tackles the pressing challenges faced by students with insights drawn directly from a survey conducted by the Xi Pi Chapter. Each episode expl...

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  POLKcast: Why does it matter? Understanding the relevance of coursework

  Mar 24, 202528 minS0

  <p >In this first episode of a two-part finale of POLKcast’s fifth season featuring Phi Theta Kappa Xi Pi, Professor and Advisor Anthony Cornett facilitates a productive conversation with Polk State President Dr. Angela Garcia Falconetti, Academic Coach and Recruitment Specialist Jeannette Grullon, and Professor of Nursing Viridiana Coyt connecting coursework to career and life goals.</p> <p >This episode delves into why some students may struggle to see the value in their classes, offering insights from experts on how general education courses can align with long-term aspirations, even when the immediate connection to a future career isn’t clea...

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  POLKcast: Getting ready for success and overcoming academic under-preparedness

  Feb 12, 202544 minS0

  <p >In this episode of POLKcast, the Phi Theta Kappa Xi Pi Chapter focuses on the challenges many students face when they feel unprepared for the academic demands of college. The discussion dives into why some students struggle to keep up with college-level coursework and how to overcome these hurdles. Key topics include bridging gaps in academic preparedness through resources like remedial courses, tutoring, and study groups. Guests for the episode include:</p> Kelly Tye, former Xi Pi member and writing tutor, who discusses how tutoring, writing centers, and workshops can help students improve their academic skills. Chris Fullerton, Teaching...

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  POLKcast: Being a student caretaker, balancing studies and family

  Jan 24, 202521 minS0

  <p>In the latest episode of POLKcast, Phi Theta Kappa Xi Pi delves into the challenges faced by students who must juggle the responsibilities of caring for sick or elderly family members while pursuing their academic goals. This episode discusses the emotional and practical pressures these students face, such as the struggle to balance coursework, caregiving, and personal well-being.</p> <p>Arielyz Armaiz, a former Xi Pi Vice President of Service and caretaker for her mother during her battle with cancer, offers encouragement and advice to students in similar situations, sharing her journey and the strategies that helped her succeed...

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  POLKcast: Overcoming emotional stress and finding balance in college

  Jan 10, 202525 minS0

  <p>Disclaimer: This episode of POLKcast contains conversations revolving around suicide, depression, and trauma. If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts, call 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. </p> <p>In this episode of POLKcast, the Phi Theta Kappa Xi Pi Chapter tackles the topic of emotional stress—one of the top concerns facing college students today. Guests explore the common challenges that contribute to stress, including balancing academic demands, personal responsibilities, and social life.</p> <p>Students Alijah Martinez, Xi Pi Vice President of Fellowship, and Rebecca Pace, Xi Pi Treasurer, share their personal experiences with emo...

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