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Graduate International Connection
The Graduate International Connection program (GIC) supports the transition of international graduate students at UC Irvine. Our podcast shares the stories and experiences of our graduate students as they transition to Irvine, California, the U.S., and life as a graduate student.
Episodes
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When Grad School Feels Heavy: Counseling Support at UC Irvine
Campus Compass: Join Will Chang and Dr. Nicole Chow, Senior Staff Psychologist at the UC Irvine Counseling Center as they go over UC Irvine's Counseling Center…
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From Search to Offer with Career Support at UC Irvine
Career Corner: Join Sarvenaz Fatapour, Sahitya Madipalli, and Zhaobin Li, GIC Mentors, as they share strategies for finding internships and jobs, building…
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"Do I need a car in Irvine?"
Culture & Community: Join Stella Choi and Jina Chun, GIC Mentors, as they discussed the transportation options in Irvine, including walking, biking, public…
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Campus Resources Every Grad Student Should Know
Campus Compass: Join Jina Chun and Seungjun (Josh) Kim, GIC Mentors, as they discuss essential UC Irvine resources for graduate students, including academic…
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Finding Community in Irvine
Culture and Community: Join Medi Zakizadeh, Taryn Mary Williams, Seungjun (Josh) Kim, GIC Mentors, to learn the various ways you could build connections and…
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A Guide to On-Campus Jobs
Career Corner: Join Taryn Mary Williams, Christian AndradeHerrera and Pranav Upadhyay, GIC Mentors, to learn about academic and non-academic on-campus job…
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Your First 72 hours in the U.S.
Countdown to California: Join Nidhi Pandey and Zhaobin Li, GIC Mentors, as they share practical tips for navigating your first days at UC Irvine, from airport…
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Navigating UCI with help from the International Center
Campus Compass: Join Frances Li, GIC Mentor and MeganPetersen, International Student Advisor from the UC Irvine International Center as they talk about arrival…
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Packing for Irvine: Essentials and Extras
Countdown to California Series: Join Aayushi Sadani and Nidhi Gyan Pandey, GIC Mentors as they discuss how to pack smart for Irvine, including what to bring…
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Housing at UCI: On-campus, Off-campus, and Everything in Between
Countdown to California Series: Join Will (Chih-Chao) Chang, Aayushi Sadani, and Frances Li, GIC Mentors as they discuss housing options at UC Irvine from…
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New Season, New Start
Join Advitha Thotapalli Arun, GIC's new Podcast Coordinator and Ruth Ortega-Gonzalez, Manager of Graduate International Recruitment and Retention as they…
Graduate International ConnectionPortable Perspectives: Tax Talk
Join Catherine, GIC Podcast Coordinator and Anna Fitzpatrick, Account Manager at Sprintax as she goes over tax forms, filings and common mistakes international…
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Halloween Special: Anteater Apparitions
Join Catherine and Ruth, Manager of Graduate International Recruitment and Retention as Ruth shares some of the urban legends of the UC Irvine campus. Please…
Graduate International ConnectionMy Comfort Corner - Teacup Tales
Join Fran and Anushka, current GIC Peer Mentors as Anushka shares how she has been able to make Irvine her home away from home. Host: Fran Beresford, GIC Peer…
Graduate International ConnectionPortable Perspectives - Money Matters
Join Catherine, GIC Podcast Coordinator and Sara, Founder and COO of Adro as they discuss how to build financial literacy and navigate U.S. financial services…
Graduate International ConnectionPortable Perspectives - Immigration Insights
Join Catherine, GIC Podcast Coordinator and Vicka, Co-Founder & COO @ Imera as they discuss the importance of knowing the various options or pathways…
Graduate International ConnectionMy Comfort Corner: Kitchen Kinship
Join Jeferson, GIC Peer Mentor, and Anais, GIC Peer Mentor, as she shares how she has made Irvine her home away from home. Host: Jeferson Martins Guest: Anais…
Graduate International ConnectionPortable Perspectives: Campus Connections
Join Catherine, GIC Podcast Coordinator and Jennifer, Associate Director of Development, Industry Partnerships at UC Irvine Graduate Division as she discusses…
Graduate International ConnectionMy Comfort Corner: Diwali Diaspora
Join Catherine, GIC Podcast Coordinator, and Ishita, GIC Peer Mentor, as she shares how she has made Irvine her home away from home. Host: Yeonseong…
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GIC Introduction
The Graduate International Connection is a program that supports incoming international graduate students in there transition to the UC Irvine campus. We touch…
Graduate International ConnectionWelcome Wisdom
Join Catherine, GIC Podcast Coordinator, as she kicks off Season 2 of the GIC Podcast with the former Manager of Graduate International Recruitment and…
Graduate International ConnectionState and National Parks
Join Aimee and Yang as they discuss exploring the California and National Parks within California. *This podcast was recorded for the GIC 2023 Cohort and is…
Graduate International ConnectionAmusement Parks in SoCal
Join Aimee, Hugo, and Maryam as they talk about their favorite amusement parks in southern California. They discuss prices, rides, and which parks are more…
Graduate International ConnectionGPSRC
Join previous GIC mentor Nitish Nagesh and Aimee Jiang as they discuss the benefits of utilizing the GPSRC and what offerings are available there. *This…
Graduate International ConnectionExercise and Outdoor Activities
Join Melisa and Josh as they discuss ways to exercise and activities that are popular to do outdoors in Southern California. *This podcast was recorded for the…
Graduate International ConnectionHikes and Activities in OC
Join Aimee and Balam as they discuss their favorite places for hiking and favorite things to do in Orange County. *This podcast was recorded for the 2023 GIC…
Graduate International ConnectionStudent Discounts
Join Melisa and Elsie as they discuss utilizing student discounts and best places to get discounts in the local area as a student. *This podcast was created…
Graduate International ConnectionGrants and Fellowships
Join Aimee and Hemangi as they discuss applying for grants and fellowships throughout your academic journey. Transcript available here…
Graduate International ConnectionConcerts, Venues, and Exploring Southern California Events
Join Aimee and Vidya as they discuss concerts and events in Southern California as well as how to find events happening in the area. *This podcast was recorded…
Graduate International ConnectionTravel Deals
Join Aimee and Sukriti as they discuss travel deals and how to save money when exploring the U.S., attending conferences, or visiting family and friends. *This…
Graduate International ConnectionWeekend Trips Around Irvine
Aimee and Sukriti once again discuss traveling and stick to places near Irvine that you can visit for short quick trips. Transcript available here…
Graduate International ConnectionPhD Stages Part #1
Join Aimee and Vidya as they discuss Vidya's experience progressing through her PhD program and the different stages of progress. Transcript available here…
Graduate International ConnectionPhD Stages Part #2
Join Aimee and Roman as they discuss his experience recently passing his advancement and how he prepared for this important milestone in this academic journey…
Graduate International ConnectionImposter Syndrome
Join Aimee (Manager of International Student Recruitment and Retention, Amelle (Outreach and Retention Coordinator) and Phong (Director of Wellness and…
Graduate International ConnectionDream and Latinx Resource Centers
Join Jyotsana and Jose as they discuss the Dream and Latinx Resource Centers, how to engage with these two centers, and what are the benefits of getting…
Graduate International ConnectionDining Culture
Join Aimee, Kamal and Monica as they discuss dining culture in the U.S. such as what to expect at different types of restaurants, budgeting for eating out, and…
Graduate International ConnectionTipping Culture
Join Aimee and Jina as they discuss things you should know about tipping culture in the U.S. Transcript available here…
Graduate International ConnectionTW: Dating Culture
TW (Trigger Warning) Sexual Assault. UCI CARE provides free and confidential support services to members of the UCI community who have been impacted by sexual…
Graduate International ConnectionTW: Student perspective: The Counseling Center
TW (Trigger Warning) This episode includes conversations about mental health including depression, anxiety, panic, and suicide ideation. Discretion is advised…
Graduate International ConnectionPublic Speaking
Join Melisa* and Balam as they discuss tips for improving speaking skills in English as well as tips for preparing for public speaking and presentations. *This…
Graduate International ConnectionResearch Expectations and Work Life Balance
Join Aimee and Nadia as they discuss what it was like starting in her current research lab, things Nadia has learned along the way, and how to maintain a…
Graduate International ConnectionWomxn's Center for Success
Join Aimee Jiang (She/Her), Manager of International Student Recruitment and Retention & Erika Cortez (She/Ella), Assistant Director of the Womxn's Center for…
Graduate International ConnectionAssociated Graduate Students (AGS)
Join Aimee and Kamal as they discuss what AGS is and how to get involved. Transcript available here…
Graduate International ConnectionJoining Clubs Part #1
Join Aimee and Christian as they discuss joining clubs, going to the Anteater Recreation Fair, and ways to build community. Transcripts available here…
Graduate International ConnectionJoining Clubs Part #2
Join Aimee and Thea as they discuss joining clubs, where to find interesting clubs, and building community while in graduate school. Transcripts available…
Graduate International ConnectionSummer in Irvine
Join Aimee and Sukriti as they discuss what campus culture looks like in summer versus what it looks like during the traditional academic terms. Transcripts…
Graduate International ConnectionWhere to Find Events
Join Aimee and Christian as they discuss where to find events on campus for professional development, academics, and community building. Transcripts available…
Graduate International ConnectionAnteater Recreation Center (ARC) Services
Join Aimee and Sharanya as they discuss the Anteater Recreation Center (ARC) and the services provided by this campus resources. Transcripts available here…
Graduate International ConnectionCounseling Center Basics
Join Dr. Bessel and Aimee as they discuss the counseling center and individual appointments. This is part one of a three part series. Part three will be…
Graduate International ConnectionAcademic English
Melisa* and Juan Camilo discuss how they prepared and what resources they use to continue to improve their academic English and writing. *This podcast was…
Graduate International ConnectionEstablishing Work/Life Balance
Join Melisa* and Hemangi as they discuss forming healthy habits and making sure to have balance in your work and personal life. *This podcast was created for…
Graduate International ConnectionEstablishing an Effective Relationship with your Advisor
Melisa* and Hugo share their experiences with their advisors and how to build solid communication and an effective and health working relationship with your…
Graduate International ConnectionTransitioning from the Semester to the Quarter System
Join Aimee and Vignaya as they discuss their experiences transitioning between the quarter and the semester systems and resources and tips for managing the…
Graduate International ConnectionAccessing the Student Health Center
Join Aimee and Will as they discuss accessing the Student Health Center and gettin referrals to specialty care. Note: Aimee and Will are not medical experts…
Graduate International ConnectionPharmacies and Over the Counter Medications
Join Aimee and Jialin as they discuss what it is like to use pharmacies in the U.S. and how to get your prescription and non-prescription medications. Note…
Graduate International ConnectionStudent Health Center and Student Health Insurance
Join Melisa* and Catherine as they discuss utilizing the Student Health Center and the basics of student health insurance. This podcast was created for the…
Graduate International ConnectionUrgent Care
Join Aimee and Ishita as they discuss their experiences utilizing urgent care in the U.S. and the differences from their understanding between urgent and…
Graduate International ConnectionBudgeting for Food
Join Aimee and Safa as they discuss the benefits of meal prepping to save time and money as well as other ways to be effective with your food budget…
Graduate International ConnectionSavings and Banking
Join Aimee and Ishita as they discuss the importance of savings accounts and managing your finances during graduate school. Transcripts available here…
Graduate International ConnectionStarting a Bank Account
Join Melisa and Joseph* as they discuss starting a bank account in the U.S. *This podcast was created for the 2023 cohort and has been reshared for the 2024…