Linda's Keys to Academic Success

About Linda's Keys to Academic Success

Host Linda Hatfield is an Education Support Specialist at Muskingum University in New Concord, OH. She teaches "Keys to Academic Success," a class to help students dig into skills, tools, and strategies to help them find success in college. Linda has a master's degree in Library and Information Sciences from the University of Pittsburgh and has been an educator for over 25 years. She recently became a certified life coach with the Coach Training Alliance.

Publisher

WMCO 90.7

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

2 Oct 2022

Latest episode

28 Apr 2025

Latest episodes

11 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   28 Apr 2025

   Picking and Choosing with Peyton Borman

   For this episode of Linda's Keys, we sit down with Linda and her guest to discuss what students to do when they find themselves struggling. Peyton Borman joins her in the studio to talk about what academic coaching can look like from the student perspective and more!

2. 

   15 Apr 2024

   Finding Your Path

   Muskingum students Jaci Stask and Olivia DeMent join Linda Hatfield for this episode about students finding their way during different college challenges. In conversation, the two students talk about their past academic struggles, their current improvements, and the futures they hope to have during and after college. This podcast was produced by the Spring 2024 MEDIA 365 Audio Production course at Muskingum University. Host Linda Hatfield is an Education Support Specialist at Muskingum University. She teaches "Keys to Academic Success," a class to help students dig into skills, tools, and strategies to help them focus on academics and find success in college. Linda has a master's degree in Library and Information Sciences from the University of Pittsburgh and has been an educator for over 25 years. She recently became a certified life coach with the Coach Training Alliance. Director: Emma Snide Assistant Director: Megan Groves Board Operator: Braden Steinman Editor: JW Dennison Assistant Editor: Vincent Bachmann Production Assistants: Desiré Correa and Ryan Schwartz Promotion Directors: Grace Mangano and Grant Webster Location Manager: Bryce Ceculski Linda's 13 Keys to Academic Success 1-Purpose drives motivation. Why are you here at Muskingum University? 2-Go to class! Active learning in your classes. 3-Knowing about and utilizing campus resources. 4-Critique your study skills. What skills or strategies do you need to learn to do better? 5-Using study groups and effective preparation for tests. 6-Establish good time management skills. 7-Self-assessment and communication with professors. 8-Improve your critical thinking skills. 9-Write to your best ability. Get help from the Writing Center! 10-Communicate and work with your academic advisor, especially when planning classes for next semester. 11-Wisely using instructor feedback and criticism. 12-Utilizing the library and librarians. 13-Evaluate the end of the semester. What did I learn about myself?

3. 

   25 Mar 2024

   Creating Meaningful Relationships with Professors

   Linda Hatfield is joined by Dr. Laura Hilton, from the history department, and Dr. Brian King, from the political science and criminal justice department, to discuss the importance of connecting with students. In conversation, they discuss the importance of students connecting with professors, the impact their professors had on them, and the importance of challenging classes. This podcast was produced by the Spring 2024 MEDIA 365 Audio Production course at Muskingum University. Host Linda Hatfield is an Education Support Specialist at Muskingum University. She teaches "Keys to Academic Success," a class to help students dig into skills, tools, and strategies to help them focus on academics and find success in college. Linda has a master's degree in Library and Information Sciences from the University of Pittsburgh and has been an educator for over 25 years. She recently became a certified life coach with the Coach Training Alliance. Director: Braden Steinman Assistant Director: JW Dennison Board Operator: Megan Groves Editor: Emma Snide Assistant Editor: Grant Webster Production Assistants: Desiré Correa and Ryan Schwartz Promotion Directors: Vincent Bachmann and Bryce Ceculski Location Manager: Grace Mangano Linda's 13 Keys to Academic Success 1-Purpose drives motivation. Why are you here at Muskingum University? 2-Go to class! Active learning in your classes. 3-Knowing about and utilizing campus resources. 4-Critique your study skills. What skills or strategies do you need to learn to do better? 5-Using study groups and effective preparation for tests. 6-Establish good time management skills. 7-Self-assessment and communication with professors. 8-Improve your critical thinking skills. 9-Write to your best ability. Get help from the Writing Center! 10-Communicate and work with your academic advisor, especially when planning classes for next semester. 11-Wisely using instructor feedback and criticism. 12-Utilizing the library and librarians. 13-Evaluate the end of the semester. What did I learn about myself?

4. 

   15 Feb 2024

   Finally on the Right Track

   Host Linda Hatfield starts season three joined by Muskingum University sophomore history major, Chipper Iacobucci, and accounting major, Jacquie Christian. In conversations with Linda, these students share their stories about struggling in the classroom and how they were able to turn it around using her advice. Chipper and Jacquie also share the inspirations and motivations that drove them to take Linda’s advice to heart. This podcast was produced by the Spring 2024 MEDIA 365 Audio Production course at Muskingum University. Host Linda Hatfield is an Education Support Specialist at Muskingum University. She teaches "Keys to Academic Success," a class to help students dig into skills, tools, and strategies to help them focus on academics and find success in college. Linda has a master's degree in Library and Information Sciences from the University of Pittsburgh and has been an educator for over 25 years. She recently became a certified life coach with the Coach Training Alliance. Director: Vincent Bachmann Assistant Director: Desiré Correa Board Operator: Emma Snide Editor: Braden Steinman Assistant Editor: Bryce Ceculski Production Assistants: Grace Mangano and Grant Webster Promotion Directors: J.W. Dennison and Ryan Schwartz Location Manager: Megan Groves

5. 

   17 Apr 2023

   Meeting the Leaders of the Line

   Host Linda Hatfield is joined by three members of the Leaders of the Line, a new program on Muskingum’s campus. The Leaders of the Line program is overseen by Malek Stewart, Associate Director of Cultural Engagement & Inclusion. This episode features Malek, as well as a mentor and mentee of the program, and a guest speaker who doubles as a Muskingum alumnus. Collectively the four of them share with Linda the purpose of the program, and how it has and can continue to benefit the men of color on campus. This podcast was produced by the MEDIA 495 Senior Seminar course at Muskingum University by Seth Roseberry and Kailyn Shalosky. This episode of Linda’s Keys to Academic Success is sponsored by Wally’s Pizza. Linda's 13 Keys to Academic Success 1-Purpose drives motivation. Why are you here at Muskingum University? 2-Go to class! Active learning in your classes. 3-Knowing about and utilizing campus resources. 4-Critique your study skills. What skills or strategies do you need to learn to do better? 5-Using study groups and effective preparation for tests. 6-Establish good time management skills. 7-Self-assessment and communication with professors. 8-Improve your critical thinking skills. 9-Write to your best ability. Get help from the Writing Center! 10-Communicate and work with your academic advisor, especially when planning classes for next semester. 11-Wisely using instructor feedback and criticism. 12-Utilizing the library and librarians. 13-Evaluate the end of the semester. What did I learn about myself? Host Linda Hatfield is an Education Support Specialist at Muskingum University. She teaches "Keys to Academic Success," a class to help students dig into skills, tools, and strategies to help them focus on academics and find success in college. Linda has a master's degree in Library and Information Sciences from the University of Pittsburgh and has been an educator for over 25 years.

6. 

   26 Mar 2023

   Prioritizing Mental Health

   Linda Hatfield focuses on how Muskingum University prioritizes mental health of students. Linda is joined by Leah Shirer, a counselor at Muskingum. The two discuss the various campus resources available to students, answer student submitted questions, and go through the process of setting up a counseling appointment. Leah explains going to counseling is not only for people who feel overwhelmed, and can be beneficial to everyone. Counseling Services is located in Montgomery Hall on Muskingum’s campus. This episode of Linda’s Keys to Academic success was recorded on March 17 at 3 p.m. in WMCO studios. This podcast was produced by the MEDIA 495 Senior Seminar course at Muskingum University by Seth Roseberry and Kailyn Shalosky. This episode of Linda’s Keys to Academic Success is sponsored by Wally’s Pizza and Chapman’s Coffee House. Linda's 13 Keys to Academic Success 1-Purpose drives motivation. Why are you here at Muskingum University? 2-Go to class! Active learning in your classes. 3-Knowing about and utilizing campus resources. 4-Critique your study skills. What skills or strategies do you need to learn to do better? 5-Using study groups and effective preparation for tests. 6-Establish good time management skills. 7-Self-assessment and communication with professors. 8-Improve your critical thinking skills. 9-Write to your best ability. Get help from the Writing Center! 10-Communicate and work with your academic advisor, especially when planning classes for next semester. 11-Wisely using instructor feedback and criticism. 12-Utilizing the library and librarians. 13-Evaluate the end of the semester. What did I learn about myself? Host Linda Hatfield is an Education Support Specialist at Muskingum University. She teaches "Keys to Academic Success," a class to help students dig into skills, tools, and strategies to help them focus on academics and find success in college. Linda has a master's degree in Library and Information Sciences from the University of Pittsburgh and has been an educator for over 25 years.

7. 

   10 Mar 2023

   Finding Balance Between Sports and Studies

   Linda Hatfield is joined by four Muskingum University student athletes, Kaylee Anstaett, Hunter Foley, Jill Laposky, and Toleo Malone. These students share how they found their balance between their sports and their studies, and what resources have helped them. Jill and Toleo both talk about how having conversation with coaches is where the balance begins. Kaylee discusses putting academics first and utilizing Muskingum's Study Center. Hunter explains how he utilizes a written planner as well as a digital planner. All students vary in age, and were recommended by coaches to represent Muskingum student athletes who have found the ideal balance. This episode of Linda’s Keys to Academic Success is sponsored by Wally’s Pizza and Chapman's Coffee House. This podcast was produced by the MEDIA 495 Senior Seminar course at WMCO's Studios at Muskingum University by Seth Roseberry and Kailyn Shalosky. Linda's 13 Keys to Academic Success 1-Purpose drives motivation. Why are you here at Muskingum University? 2-Go to class! Active learning in your classes. 3-Knowing about and utilizing campus resources. 4-Critique your study skills. What skills or strategies do you need to learn to do better? 5-Using study groups and effective preparation for tests. 6-Establish good time management skills. 7-Self-assessment and communication with professors. 8-Improve your critical thinking skills. 9-Write to your best ability. Get help from the Writing Center! 10-Communicate and work with your academic advisor, especially when planning classes for next semester. 11-Wisely using instructor feedback and criticism. 12-Utilizing the library and librarians. 13-Evaluate the end of the semester. What did I learn about myself? Host Linda Hatfield is an Education Support Specialist at Muskingum University. She teaches "Keys to Academic Success," a class to help students dig into skills, tools, and strategies to help them focus on academics and find success in college. Linda has a master's degree in Library and Information Sciences from the University of Pittsburgh and has been an educator for over 25 years.

8. 

   15 Feb 2023

   Being Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable

   Linda Hatfield is joined by three Muskingum University seniors, Paige Stringfellow, Paul Lambo, and Sydni Trudo. Students talk with Linda about how they came to terms with pushing themselves outside of their comfort zones and how to utilize campus resources. Paige discusses how she built relationships with professors by utilizing their office hours and how that is not viewed as a sign of weakness. Paul explains how he uses his learning disability and Muskingum’s PLUS Program as an icebreaker with faculty and staff. Sydni talks about how she makes sure she is putting herself in uncomfortable situations to better herself as a student. All three students will be graduating in May 2023. This episode of Linda’s Keys to Academic Success is sponsored by Wally’s Pizza. This podcast was produced by the MEDIA 495 Senior Seminar course at WMCO's Studios at Muskingum University by Seth Roseberry and Kailyn Shalosky. Linda's 13 Keys to Academic Success 1-Purpose drives motivation. Why are you here at Muskingum University? 2-Go to class! Active learning in your classes. 3-Knowing about and utilizing campus resources. 4-Critique your study skills. What skills or strategies do you need to learn to do better? 5-Using study groups and effective preparation for tests. 6-Establish good time management skills. 7-Self-assessment and communication with professors. 8-Improve your critical thinking skills. 9-Write to your best ability. Get help from the Writing Center! 10-Communicate and work with your academic advisor, especially when planning classes for next semester. 11-Wisely using instructor feedback and criticism. 12-Utilizing the library and librarians. 13-Evaluate the end of the semester. What did I learn about myself? Host Linda Hatfield is an Education Support Specialist at Muskingum University. She teaches "Keys to Academic Success," a class to help students dig into skills, tools, and strategies to help them focus on academics and find success in college. Linda has a master's degree in Library and Information Sciences from the University of Pittsburgh and has been an educator for over 25 years.

9. 

   15 Nov 2022

   Taylor Woda

   Linda Hatfield is joined by Taylor Woda for episode three of “Linda’s Keys to Academic Success”. Taylor came into college with dreams of becoming a nurse but wasn’t accepted in Muskingum University’s Nursing program. She refused to give up and came to Linda for help. After critiquing her study skills, using campus resources, and evaluating herself, Taylor was able to get in the nursing program. Her passion for nursing drove her to persevere and she is now on track to graduate in May 2025. Linda's 13 Keys to Academic Success 1-Purpose drives motivation. Why are you here at Muskingum University? 2-Go to class! Active learning in your classes. 3-Knowing about and utilizing campus resources. 4-Critique your study skills. What skills or strategies do you need to learn to do better? 5-Using study groups and effective preparation for tests. 6-Establish good time management skills. 7-Self-assessment and communication with professors. 8-Improve your critical thinking skills. 9-Write to your best ability. Get help from the Writing Center! 10-Communicate and work with your academic advisor, especially when planning classes for next semester. 11-Wisely using instructor feedback and criticism. 12-Utilizing the library and librarians. 13-Evaluate the end of the semester. What did I learn about myself? This podcast was produced by MEDIA 365 Audio Production at WMCO's Studios at Muskingum University by Gracie Collins, Samuel Pollock, Seth Roseberry, and Kailyn Shalosky. Host Linda Hatfield is an Education Support Specialist at Muskingum University. She teaches "Keys to Academic Success," a class to help students dig into skills, tools, and strategies to help them focus on academics and find success in college. Linda has a master's degree in Library and Information Sciences from the University of Pittsburgh and has been an educator for over 25 years.

10. 

    26 Oct 2022

    ReAnne Brooks

    Linda's 13 Keys to Academic Success 1-Purpose drives motivation. Why are you here at Muskingum University? 2-Go to class! Active learning in your classes. 3-Knowing about and utilizing campus resources. 4-Critique your study skills. What skills or strategies do you need to learn to do better? 5-Using study groups and effective preparation for tests. 6-Establish good time management skills. 7-Self-assessment and communication with professors. 8-Improve your critical thinking skills. 9-Write to your best ability. Get help from the Writing Center! 10-Communicate and work with your academic advisor, especially when planning classes for next semester. 11-Wisely using instructor feedback and criticism. 12-Utilizing the library and librarians. 13-Evaluate the end of the semester. What did I learn about myself? This podcast was produced by MEDIA 365 Audio Production at WMCO's Studios at Muskingum University by Gracie Collins, TJ Davis, Samuel Pollock, Seth Roseberry, and Kailyn Shalosky. Host Linda Hatfield is an Education Support Specialist at Muskingum University. She teaches "Keys to Academic Success," a class to help students dig into skills, tools, and strategies to help them focus on academics and find success in college. Linda has a master's degree in Library and Information Sciences from the University of Pittsburgh and has been an educator for over 25 years.

11. 

    2 Oct 2022

    Noah Cornell

    Linda's 13 Keys to Academic Success 1-Purpose drives motivation. Why are you here at Muskingum University? 2-Go to class! Active learning in your classes. 3-Knowing about and utilizing campus resources. 4-Critique your study skills. What skills or strategies do you need to learn to do better? 5-Using study groups and effective preparation for tests. 6-Establish good time management skills. 7-Self-assessment and communication with professors. 8-Improve your critical thinking skills. 9-Write to your best ability. Get help from the Writing Center! 10-Communicate and work with your academic advisor, especially when planning classes for next semester. 11-Wisely using instructor feedback and criticism. 12-Utilizing the library and librarians. 13-Evaluate the end of the semester. What did I learn about myself? This podcast was produced by MEDIA 365 Audio Production at WMCO's Studios at Muskingum University by Gracie Collins, TJ Davis, Samuel Pollock, Seth Roseberry, and Kailyn Shalosky. Host Linda Hatfield is an Education Support Specialist at Muskingum University. She teaches "Keys to Academic Success," a class to help students dig into skills, tools, and strategies to help them focus on academics and find success in college. Linda has a master's degree in Library and Information Sciences from the University of Pittsburgh and has been an educator for over 25 years.

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