A podcast by Princeton AlumniCorps.
Princeton AlumniCorps is a 501 (c)(3) non profit organization dedicated to mobilizing people, networks and organizations for the public good.
Co-Hosts: Brielle Blackshear and Soraia Francisco
Tax Season is Coming!!! featuring Scott Taylor '75
In this episode we're dive into some tax prep and basics as we near tax season. For Fellows, this may be the first year where significant tax returns are at play, so how do you navigate them? We feature one of our own Board Members and treasured volunteer- Scott Taylor '75. Scott will share about his experience with filing taxes, share about basic tax forms, scenarios that may bring challenges and options to consider when filling your own taxes. We also offer resources where you can file your taxes for free - but remember, if you're not sure, go with professional, educated tax opinions! #Taxes #Finances #Adulting
5 Dec 2019
Post-Fellowship Plans with Teacher Prep, featuring Dr. Todd Kent '83, Anne Catena & Barbara Fortunato '98
In this episode we're going to talk about Teacher Prep (https://teacherprep.princeton.edu/), a great program for Princeton's interested in pursuing a career in Teaching! We feature the following guests: Dr. Todd Kent '83, the Director of the Program in Teacher Preparation; Anne Catena, the Directory of Professional Development Initiatives; and Barbara Fortunato '98, an alumna of the Teacher Prep program and current Physics Teacher. This will be the first part in our series of Post-Fellowship plans for Fellows pursuing a career in education! Listen in as our guests share about the Teacher Prep program, their perceptions going into teaching and their wealth of experiences (both challenging and rewarding) in education, as well as advice for Fellows considering if being a teacher is the right choice for them! #TeacherPrep #Education #CareerDevelopment #Teaching
5 Dec 2019
Post-Fellowship Plans as a Continuing Fellow featuring Anna Leader '18
In this episode we're going to continue the conversation around Teacher Prep (https://teacherprep.princeton.edu/), and the education sector. We feature one of our own Project 55 continuing Fellows - Anna Leader '18. This will be the second part in our series of Post-Fellowship plans for Fellows pursuing a career in education! Listen in as Anna shares about her experience in the Teacher Prep program, as well as her rewarding and challenging experiences in the classroom. Anna also shares about her perspectives as an educator with Project 55 experience under her belt, as well as the case management background she was able to utilize from her time at Capital Partners For Education. #TeacherPrep #Education #Adulting #Teaching
14 Nov 2019
The Importance of Mental Health with Kimme Carlos (Executive Director & Founder of UMHA)
In this episode we're gonna talk about Mental Health and why these conversations need to be had! We feature our guest, Kimme Carlos, the Executive Director and Founder of Urban Mental Health Alliance (http://www.urbanmentalhealthalliance.org/) (UMHA). Kimme Carlos is also a motivational speaker, author and passionate advocate for mental health and wellness. She captivates and inspires audiences large and small with her authentic storytelling and step-by-step strategies for healing, resiliency and personal empowerment. Oh, and did we mention she is Princeton AlumniCorps' Operations Manager and our amazing co-worker!? Listen in to hear Kimme chat about the importance of mental health, as well as its social perceptions, stigma and the barriers to seeking out help. She also shares strategies on how to self-advocate for your mental health! #MentalHealth #MentalHealthAwareness#EndStigma
28 Oct 2019
Bursting the Princeton Bubble with Chandler '18 & Nadeem '19
In this episode we'll continue the conversation around the transition from Princeton into the professional world, along with all the #adulting that comes with this journey. We feature two guests - Chandler Cleveland, a Fellow Alumni from the 2018-19 cohort, and Nadeem Demian, a current Fellow in our 2019-20 Project 55 Cohort. Both Chandler and Nadeem share about their experiences with relationship building, work/life balance while applying to graduate programs, and the importance of support and community building throughout the Project 55 experience.
10 Oct 2019
Bursting the Princeton Bubble with Natalie '18 & Reinaldo '18
In this episode we'll chat about the transition from Princeton into the professional world, along with all the #adulting that comes with this journey. We feature two guests - Natalie Larkin and Reinaldo Maristany, who are both Fellow Alumni from our 2018-19 Project 55 Cohort that stayed on with their organizations post-Fellowship. They share about their professional and personal challenges as they grew into their roles, the rewarding aspects of their Fellowship journey and #adulting, as well as their favorite aspects of Post-Princeton life!
11 Sept 2019
Princeton AlumniCorps - Who We Are
This is the introductory chat where Brielle and Soraia share about Princeton AlumniCorps background and the four programs that Princeton AlumniCorps offers!
Transcripts available here (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DLRcIFLMvudZF9usM8GApcQKLqbI1PevBnqFdNWgHvs/edit?usp=sharing).
9 Sept 2019
Meet Your Hosts - The Millenial Squad
Get to learn a little bit more about Brielle and Soraia in this episode. We'll chat about who we are, our backgrounds and how we came to be a part of Princeton AlumniCorps. We even share some fun facts and favorite tidbits about our work!
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