A student-run podcast that focuses on applied learning at Kansas State University. Each episode highlights how students, faculty, and partners bring learning beyond the classroom and into authentic experiences.
For more information about Applied Learning at K‑State, visit bit.ly/WBTCPodcast.
In this episode of Wildcats Beyond the Classroom, we dive deeper into the life of engineering student Connor Dove. Connor talks about his summer internship, ambassador programs, and all things balancing school and applied learning.
29 Oct 2026
Claiming a Seat at the Table
In this episode, we dive into what it's like to not only be a Divion One athlete but also a young woman in a male dominated field. Bailey Williamson, a senior at K-State, shares her experience as a criminology and political science major and how her internship encouraged her in this season of life.
22 Oct 2026
How An Internship Impacted Me
In this episode, we talk to Arts and Sciences Ambassador and Social/Personality Psychology Undergraduate Researcher Addi Birkes about her Internship with Riley County Community Corrections and how she grew throughout her experience.
24 Sept 2026
Student Reflection on a Summer Abroad ft. Kaitlyn Bennett
In this episode, we talk to Gerontology and Health and Human Sciences Student Ambassador, Kaitlyn Bennett. During our conversation, we covered the definition of Gerontology and what that looks like abroad.
Wildcats Beyond the Classroom is an award-winning student-produced podcast that showcases Applied Learning Experiences (ALEs) at K-State through engaging interviews with students, faculty, staff, and campus partners.
9 Jun 2026
Finding the Light Bulb Moment: Mentorship & Applied Learning
How do you turn a passion for student media into a full-time faculty career?
In the season finale of Wildcats Beyond the Classroom, we sit down with Dawson Wagner, instructor and Assistant Director of Wildcat Electronic Media at Kansas State University. Dawson shares his journey from K-State student to graduate assistant, and ultimately to his current faculty role in the A.Q. Miller School of Media and Communication.
In this episode, we discuss:
How clubs, student organizations, and undergrad internships can bring ultimate clarity to your career path.
The power of applied learning experiences in preparation for a career in media.
What it means to mentor campus students and help them find their "light bulb" moments.
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26 May 2026
Becoming Career-Ready Through Applied Learning
In this episode, we sat down with one of our podcast producers and interns, senior Madison Neal, who is preparing to attend graduate school in Ireland after graduation. She shares how her applied learning experiences helped her build professional skills, grow in confidence, and get ready for her next step.
12 May 2026
Applied Learning Through Experiences
In this episode, we talk with Wildcat 91.9’s News Director and Wildcats Beyond the Classroom’s very own Adolfo Blanco. We discuss how past experiences teach us how to apply ourselves to new opportunities.
17 Apr 2026
Internships as Applied Learning
In this episode, we talk with the associate director of K-State’s Career Center, Anthony YBarra. We discuss how internships can be used as applied learning and advise on how to find internships.
31 Mar 2026
Applied Learning Through Global Experiences
In this episode, we talk with the director of K-State’s Education Abroad Program, Katelin Christianer-Donkers. We discuss how global experiences can be used as applied learning and ways for students to get involved with education abroad.
17 Mar 2026
Student Reflection on Undergraduate Research at K-State
In this episode of Wildcats Beyond the Classroom, we sit down with Lawrence Settles, a senior in Agricultural Technology Management and an Undergraduate Research Assistant with DART (Digital Agriculture Research Team).
Lawrence shares how he first got involved in undergraduate research at K‑State, what sparked his interest, and how research has shaped his academic and professionaljourney. He walks us through the projects he’s worked on, what he’s learned along the way, and the opportunities that opened because he said “yes” to research.
We also talked about Lawrence’s recent experience presenting his research at the Kansas Undergraduate Research Day at the Capitol and what it was like, what he presented, and what the moment meant for him as a Wildcat.
26 Feb 2026
Applied Learning Through Research
In this episode, we talk with the Associate Director of Scholarship Development and Undergraduate Research, Dr. Susan Rensing. We discuss her involvement with the ALE Core Team and how research can be used as an applied learning experience.
12 Feb 2026
Creating the ALE Ambassador Program
In this episode, we talk with K-State’s Applied Learning Intern, Sadye Patterson. We discuss her involvement in the ALE imperative and the creation of the ALE ambassador program
3 Feb 2026
Applied Learning Through Student Leadership
In this episode, we talk with K-State’s Student Body President, Brady Kappelmann. We discuss ALEs from a student perspective and reflect on the experiences that have shaped his leadership.
23 Jan 2026
What is Applied Learning at K-State?
In this debut episode, we talk with K-State Applied Learning Experiences (https://bit.ly/4sSO5FJ) (ALE) Program and Project Administrator, Maggie Billman. We discuss what ALEs are, why they matter, and how they support student success at Kansas State University.
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