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Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the higher education world? Do you find yourself not knowing where to turn for resources when you need it? Are you looking for advice from someone who has been in your shoes before?

A Big Sister’s Guide to College is the bi-weekly podcast that dives into the resources available in higher education and how to best utilize them for your success. Hosted by Anya Lovstuen, we explore resources available in college, bringing you expert opinions, real life stories, and strategies for success. Whether you're starting out your higher ed. Career or in the thick of it, this podcast is here to help you be the most successful.

As your resident big sister with 3 yrs of college experience under my belt, I've definitely seen just about it all by now. My journey from high school senior to almost graduated undergrad has taught me there is a lot more assistance available to you than you realize. I understand the college student experience because I've been there.

Through my work on campus and my experience in my own collegiate career, I discovered there are a lot of people on campus that care about you being there and being successful, which I realized most students don’t realize. This led me to begin sharing these resources with those around me and students I came into contact with. Now, I want to share these resources further to all of you.

If you're looking for strategies for success in higher education, A Big Sister’s Guide to College is where you'll find real life experiences, expert advice, and resources for success. Join us as we learn to navigate and be successful in the world of higher education.

So, if you're ready to learn more, tune into A Big Sister’s Guide to College. Don't miss an episode of this big sister’s advice on all things college resources and academic success.

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\"Lookin Up\" by Shane Ivers (silvermansound.com) is licensed under CC BY 4.0

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\"Lookin Up\" by Shane Ivers (silvermansound.com) is licensed under CC BY 4.0