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College Connections Podcast Series

“College Connections,” The North Central State College podcast series focuses on topics that help you make the college choice that’s right for you!

The College Connections podcast series is sponsored by North Central State College, but much of the information provided will be relevant to other institutions as students explore their options for a college education.

Our goal is to help you find the college experience that’s right for YOU and your family!

Students today face many challenges from academics and the rigor of college coursework to learning how to adjust, advance and succeed. The next episode of College Connections focuses on the support available at NC State. Keith Stoner of NC State is joined by Monica Durham, Director of Student Success and Retention, and Barb Keener, Director of Trio and Transition Services.

The NC State College Foundation recently partnered with accomplished Crawford County artist Tina Husted, spouse of Lieutenant Governor John Husted, Cedar Fair Charities and Cedar Point to raise funds for student scholarships to North Central State College. In this episode of College Connections, we discuss the story behind her original painting “Cedar Sky.”

Make sure the institution you attend will deliver your education the way you need it. Everything from the versatility of online classes to the benefit of touch, try and experiment when attending in person. “Flexible Life Long Learning” is the topic on episode 6 of College Connections. Keith Stoner is joined in studio by Kelly Gray, Vice-President of Academic Services and Randy Blankenship, Interim Director of Workforce Training.

When choosing a college, consider the entire package. The plan, the flexibility, the cost and the outcome. “Make the Right Choice” is the topic of this episode of College Connections. The North Central State College podcast series. Keith Stoner is joined by with Amanda Sheets, the Director of Admissions and Recruiting and Tom Prendergast, Vice-President of Student Services.

Every college-ready student in Ohio in grades 7 and above can earn college credit for FREE while completing their high school education. “College Credit Plus” is the topic on the next episode of College Connections. The North Central State College podcast series. Keith Stoner is joined by Caree Bash, the Director of College Credit Plus and Scott George, College Credit Plus Success Coach.

Making a good college choice now will have far-reaching impact on your education, and your life. So choose wisely! Keith Stoner, Executive Director of Marketing, Public Relations and Creative Services, is joined by Brandel Boyd, the Academic Liaison for the Kehoe Center in Shelby and Alicia Camak, Career Pathway and Internship Coordinator for the college.

You can begin your pursuit of financial aid BEFORE you decide which college you are going to attend. Many students explore dozens of institutions and apply to four or more. The earlier you complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the earlier you will be considered for awards. Keith Stoner, Chris Copper and Caroline Henry discuss a few things you should know about FAFSA, and other sources of financial aid.

“College Connections” – The North Central State College podcast focuses on topics that help you make the college choice that’s right for you! On episode 1, Keith Stoner and NCSC President Dorey Diab discuss how college is changing and the ways you can get a great education, pay for it and land a great career from NCSC.