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Episode Notes On this episode of On Record, we sit down with Ceramics Club co-presidents Amaira Seth and April Nguyen, who detail the organization’s mission and upcoming events.

Episode Notes On this episode of On Record, we sit down with Grace Craig and Ava Mae Swafford, this year’s transfer transition coaches. They discuss their experiences as transfer students, mentorship and the transfer student community.

Episode Notes As the fall semester is underway across Grounds, Special Olympics at the University is kicking off its new season. Beyond training for the upcoming Shenandoah Super Games, the student-led volunteer organization plays a vital role in connecting University students with local Charlottesville residents through sports. On this episode of On Record, Grant Supancich, Special Olympics president-in-training and third-year Commerce student, discusses team goals, community impact and how to build a lasting relationship with the organization.

Episode Notes Tim Longo, associate vice president for safety and security and chief of police, explains the operational mechanics behind U.Va. Alerts, how U.Va. Police verifies threat credibility, how to manage widespread information during an incident and how students can take proactive measures to remain safe this year.

Episode Notes As the school year begins to pick up, Dr. Eileen Chou, interim dean of the Frank Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy, discusses some of her plans for the school and shares her background. Chou spoke about leadership, the excitement surrounding the opening of Batten’s new building and a bit about how she will balance her duties as interim dean while also staying connected with students and faculty.

Episode Notes In this episode of On Record, Marketing Fellow Shirley Ngyung shares how the U.Va. Recreation social media team turns creative post ideas into engaging content. From promoting recreational sports and classes to supporting U.Va. recreation-sponsored events, the team helps students discover everything that U.Va. recreation can offer.

Episode Notes On this episode of On Record, we sit down with local SPCA Executive Director Libby Jones, who discusses the organization’s role in promoting animal welfare and how CASPCA’s mission and philosophies guide their services.

Episode Notes In this episode of On Record, Dr. William Brady, professor of emergency medicine and co-founder of U.Va. EMS, discusses the creation of the University's first student-run emergency medical service. From improving emergency response times and working alongside local first responders to providing hands-on experience for student EMTs, Dr. Brady explains how U.Va. EMS is enhancing campus safety while preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Episode Notes As this year’s newest Meriwether Lewis Fellows are beginning their summer session, Julie Caruccio, a MLI director and assistant vice president for research on the student experience, discusses the goals of the fellowship. Caruccio shares the history of the program and how it has evolved to continue to fit student’s needs and expectations. Additionally, she describes the cohort’s current summer project, where they have been tasked with finding ways to build connectivity and foster relationships between people in various areas across Grounds — including interactions between students on North Grounds with those studying at the Karsh Institute of Democracy.

Episode Notes In this episode of On Record, Professor Ran Zhao, a Chinese professor and director of U.Va. in Shanghai, highlights how the program empowers students to immerse themselves in Chinese language and culture with intensive instruction and fun opportunities to explore the city. After all, learning a language means experiencing its culture firsthand.

Episode Notes On this episode of On Record, we sit down with Vera Abbate, director of the Summer Language Institute. Abbate discusses how the program builds fluency, confidence and community through intensive study and practice.

Episode Notes On this episode of On Record, we sit down with Lela Garner, sustainability manager of student outreach and engagement at U.Va. Sustainability. Garner discusses sustainability initiatives on Grounds, the 2030 U.Va. Sustainability Plan and Earth Month celebrations.

Episode Notes On March 19, the Federal Communications Commission authorized Nexstar Media Group to finalize its acquisition of TEGNA Media Group, potentially creating the most expensive and largest broadcast media company in U.S. History. However, there have been many appeals of the decision, as it could have lasting implications for the media that students at the University consume and study.

Episode Notes On this episode of On Record, we sit down with Layne Parker, First Year Players director and third-year college student. Parker discusses the importance of building community through an inclusive space for new students, and looks ahead to FYP’s upcoming musical production.

Episode Notes In this episode of On Record, we hear from Dr. Amanda Lloyd, director of the Virginia Prison Education Program, which offers Virginia’s first bachelor’s degrees to incarcerated individuals. Dr. Lloyd discusses how and why the University chose her to lead this historic initiative.