First Cats is a First-Generation college student community at the University of Arizona. On this podcast, we will discuss topics and resources that are pertinent to the first-gen experience. Join us every month for a new episode!

First Cats Chats
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Podcast Overview
First Cats is a First-Generation college student community at the University of Arizona. On this podcast, we will discuss topics and resources that are pertinent to the first-gen experience. Join us every month for a new episode!
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Recent Episodes

April 27, 2022
Surviving vs Thriving with Dr. Mada
<p>Happy April, First Cats! We know how stressful finals season can be, so this month's podcast episode focuses on balancing school and life. In this episode, Dr. Mada, the new Life Management Counselor at BASC, will give you tips about balancing priorities, managing your stress, and combatting imposter syndrome as a First-Gen student.</p> <p>Looking for mental health support? Here are some resources Dr. Mada suggests in the episode:</p> <p>- Counseling and Psych Services (CAPS) 24/7 phone number: 520-621-3334. CAPS can set up brief counseling and long-term mental health care for students.</p> <p>- Life Management Counselors: <a href="https://caps.arizona.edu/life-management-counseling">find your life management counselor</a> and send them an email or visit their walk-in office hours.</p> <p>-National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255</p> <p><br></p>

March 30, 2022
Let's Be Honest with Lady Elli
<p>Trigger Warning: This episode will discuss discrimination, racism, and micro-aggressions.</p> <p>Happy March, First Cats! This month, we bring you an episode centered around BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) experiences at a PWI (Predominantly White Institution). Our guest is fellow First Cat Lady Elli, a third year student who serves as an ASUA senator-at-large. </p> <p>As mentioned in the episode, connecting with Cultural Learning Communities is a great way to find community when navigating a PWI like the University of Arizona. Learn more at: https://thrive.arizona.edu/CLC</p>

February 25, 2022
Celebrating Black History Month with Josh Hamilton
<p>Happy February, First Cats! In this episode, we are celebrating Black History Month with the director of African American Student Affairs, Josh Hamilton.</p> <p>To learn more about African American American Student Affairs, visit: <a href="https://aasa.arizona.edu/">https://aasa.arizona.edu/</a></p> <p>Want to learn more about Black History? Check out these two resources Josh mentioned in our podcast:</p> <p>Book: We are Worth Fighting For by Joshua Myers</p> <p>Short Documentary: Happy Birthday, Marsha!</p>
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