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Jimmy Howard, Associate Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students and Deputy Title IX Coordinator, joins Flock Talk for a conversation about student safety, sexual violence prevention, and the role families play in supporting their students. Learn about resources available at the University of Oregon and gain practical tips for starting meaningful conversations about safety, consent, and care. University of Oregon's 24-hour confidential crisis hotline: 541-346-SAFE (7233) Help for Victims and Survivors: safe.uoregon.edu Health Promotion and Wellness: health.uoregon.edu/wellness

Bryson Beck, Director of University Housing Promotions and Student Recruitment, is back to talk about Housing Move-In and cover the details for move-in and how to prepare. housing.uoregon.edu/movein

Week of Welcome (WOW) is just around the corner! Join Madison Beine, Associate Director of Orientation and Transition Programs, along with Zac Collins and Alexis Alfaro, Coordinators for Orientation and Transition Programs, as they share everything you need to know about WOW, from student and family events to insider tips for making the most of the experience. wow.uoregon.edu

In this special episode, Duck Mom Marlee Matlin reflects on supporting her student through the University of Oregon experience, shares lessons learned as a parent and discusses the message she delivered to the Class of 2026 at commencement—one that resonates with Ducks everywhere. Find the video version of the interview on the University of Oregon YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8ibk9scFFw

In this episode, Cora chats with Angela Chong, Vice President for Student Life, about the resources and organizations that help your student build community and flourish at the UO.  studentlife.uoregon.edu

Bryson Beck, Director of Promotions and Student Recruitment for University Housing, is back to talk about the residence hall room selection process and upcoming dates and deadlines for students this summer. housing.uoregon.edu

Drew Terhune Sirman, Assistant Dean of Students joins for a conversation about how the Care and Advocacy Program provides students with resources and support if they face challenges during college. dos.uoregon.edu/help

IntroDUCKtion, the University of Oregon's summer orientation and transition program for incoming students, is right around the corner. Madison Beine, Associate Director of Orientation and Transition Programs, and Zac Collins, Coordinator for Transition Programs, share what to expect from the IntroDUCKtion experience for both students and parents and families. They discuss why orientation is a keypart of a successful transition to UO and how to best prepare for your IntroDUCKtion session. introducktion.uoregon.edu

Celena Simpson, Assistant Vice Provost for Advising, discusses how she and the Undergraduate Education and Student Success (UESS) staff help students with academic advising and finding success both in and outside of the classroom.  advising.uoregon.edu

Erin Hays—Associate Vice President of Student Services and Enrollment Management and the University of Oregon's Director of Admissions—is back to share expert guidance for parents and families on how to thoughtfully support their high school senior during the final, decision-making stages of the college search process. Next Steps In Becoming A Duck: admissions.uoregon.edu/admitted

Cora talks with two current students, Lincoln '27 and Bella ' 26, who share their UO experience and the ways they are involved in academics, research, and student organizations on campus.

Alex Galbreath BS '10 and Mary Nesmith BA '10 join Cora to share how their time at UO sparked a lifelong friendship—and why building connections in and beyond the classroom matters for every Duck.

In this episode, we highlight two key first-year experiences at the University of Oregon. Amy Hughes Giard from the First-Year Programs Office joins us to break down First-Year Interest Groups (FIGs), including benefits, timelines, and June registration. We also talk with Jessica Winders about Academic Residential Communities (ARCs), covering how they support first-year students and what to expect from the application and selection process. First Year Programs: https://fyp.uoregon.edu/ Academic Residential Communities (ARCs): https://housing.uoregon.edu/communities

Bryson Beck, Director of Promotions and Student Recruitment for University Housing, discusses UO campus housing basics as well as tips and tricks. Topics include specifics around registration, timelines and deadlines, the data behind UO's live-on requirement for first-year students, housing community options, the ins and outs of roommate selection, care and conflict coordinator resources, and so much more. A must-listen for students and parents! University Housing Registration: housing.uoregon.edu/register (hyperlink: https://housing.uoregon.edu/register)

On this episode, Associate Professor Samantha Shune, Director of Undergraduate Studies in the Communication Disorders and Sciences Program at the University of Oregon, shares her research on the impacts of eating and swallowing challenges on quality of life for older adults and their caregivers. She also discusses the value of undergraduate research and how it enhances students' academic experience.