Podcast Overview
<p>Grad-itude is a podcast designed to support graduate students at NYU as they navigate the challenges and opportunities of academia. Through insightful discussions, personal stories, and expert advice, the podcast explores topics such as maintaining faith in graduate school, achieving work-life balance, career development, and fostering a strong sense of community. With a focus on both gratitude and growth, Grad-itude provides a space for meaningful conversations that empower students to thrive academically, professionally, and spiritually.</p>
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3/10/2025
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March 23, 2025
GRAD-ITUDE | Ep. 2: Ramadan & Beyond – Lighting up the night in Ramadan with Imam Khalid
<p>🌙 Ramadan is a time of transformation—but how do we sustain its spiritual habits once it’s over? In this episode of GRAD-ITUDE, we sit down with Imam Khalid Latif to explore how Muslim grad students can maintain their Ramadan-inspired habits amidst the hustle of academia and life. From balancing classes and Taraweeh to making everyday tasks acts of worship, we dive into practical strategies for keeping our faith strong beyond Ramadan. </p><p>Our guest, Imam Khalid Latif is the Executive Director and Chaplain of the Islamic Center at NYU, a renowned interfaith leader, social justice advocate, and entrepreneur, known for his work in community building, spiritual development, and bridging faith with contemporary challenges. </p><p>📌 Topics Covered: </p><p>🔹 Feeling lonely in Ramadan – how to find connection and support </p><p>🔹 Why is Ramadan so transformative, and how do we sustain those habits? </p><p>🔹 Transitioning into Ramadan as a convert – what should be prioritized? </p><p>🔹 Balancing classes, worship, and self-care in a busy schedule </p><p>🔹 Maximizing the last 10 days of Ramadan for spiritual growth </p><p>🔹 The power of intentionality – turning daily tasks into acts of worship</p><p></p><p>📌 Don’t forget to like and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of GRAD-itude!</p>
March 10, 2025
Episode 1: Navigating Life as a Grad Student
<p>Starting grad school in a new city—or even a new country—comes with its fair share of challenges. From adjusting to academic pressures to finding a sense of belonging, the journey can feel overwhelming. But you’re not alone! </p><p>In this first episode of GRAD-itude, we sit down with Ikhlas Ben Hmida and Yahya Ahmad, two NYU graduate students who share their personal experiences of adapting to a new environment, balancing faith with academics, and navigating their career paths. </p><p>🔹Ikhlas Ben Hmida is a Ph.D. candidate in Mechanical Engineering at NYU Tandon, specializing in soft robotics for medical applications. She has led groundbreaking research and was twice awarded the Wise Female Engineer award while leading her team in the Global Hybrid Electric Car Challenge. </p><p>🔹 Yahya Ahmad is a graduate student in NYU’s Management of Technology program and a Fulbright Scholar from Pakistan. With a background in entrepreneurship, marketing, and digital transformation, he has worked at Unilever’s UFLP program, leading innovative projects across multiple divisions. Together, we discuss: - Adjusting to life as a Muslim grad student in NYC - Managing faith, academics, and personal growth - The struggles of leaving home and starting fresh - How to stay spiritually grounded in a fast-paced world Join the conversation! Comment below with your thoughts and experiences—we’d love to hear from you! </p>
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- What is Grad-itude?
<p>Grad-itude is a podcast designed to support graduate students at NYU as they navigate the challenges and opportunities of academia. Through insightful discussions, personal stories, and expert advice, the podcast explores topics such as maintaining faith in graduate school, achieving work-life balance, career development, and fostering a strong sense of community. With a focus on both gratitude and growth, Grad-itude provides a space for meaningful conversations that empower students to thrive academically, professionally, and spiritually.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
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- Does this podcast accept guests?
No, this podcast does not typically feature guests.
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