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Arden University
Arden University’s podcast series explores trending topics, subject spotlights and student stories. Joined by our academics, students, and special guests, we learn more about people’s personal study journeys, reveal insights into current trends, and take a deeper look into what studying at Arden University is really like, whether through Blended or Distance Learning. We’ll also examine how our degrees are designed to help you take the necessary steps up the ladder to help you reach your career…
Episodes
Arden UniversityClass in Session S2: #EP5 Managing an unexpected career change
Thinking about how to start your own business but not sure you're ready? Facing an unexpected career change and not sure where to turn? In this episode, host…
Arden UniversityClass in Session S2: #EP4 Knowing when to take the leap
Thinking about starting your own business but not sure you’re ready? In this episode, host Tru Powell is joined by Olympian and Arden MBA student Fiona…
Arden UniversityClass in Session S2: #EP3 Navigating difficult conversations
In this episode, Tru Powell sits down with Esther Lee to explore how to navigate difficult conversations in the workplace, a challenge many professionals face…
Arden UniversityClass in Session S2: #EP2 Overcoming Imposter Syndrome
Imposter syndrome affects people at every stage of their career — from students to experienced professionals. In this episode of Class in Session, host Tru…
Arden UniversityClass in Session S2: #EP1 It's who you know, not what you know
How important is networking for career success? In this episode of Class in Session, host Tru Powell is joined by Natalie Mason and Ola Kolade to discuss why…
Arden UniversityClass In Session EP6: When's the right time to go to university?
Is there a "perfect" age to start your university journey? In this episode of Class in Session, host Afua Hagan speaks with Dr. Sophie Ward, polar explorer…
Arden UniversityClass In Session EP5: Making university work for you and your finances
Finances can make or break the university experience. In this episode, Afua is joined by Alison Watson, Nicola Frampton, and Aleesha Mohammed to discuss the…
Arden UniversityClass In Session EP4: Easing back into learning
This week, Afua is joined by Lucy Atkinson, Nicola Frampton, and Sharmeena Waseem to discuss the challenges mature students face when returning to education…
Arden UniversityClass In Session EP3: When's the right time to go to university?
In the third episode of Class in Session, we dive into the university vs. job experience debate, highlighting the value of lifelong learning in a tech-driven…
Arden UniversityClass In Session EP2: Life after learning
In our latest Class in Session episode, we dive deep into navigating life after graduation with top tips from guests Betsy, Georgina, and Tru! From embracing a…
Arden UniversityClass In Session EP1: University isn't for people like me
In this inaugural episode of the Class In Session series, our speakers delve into the challenges of imposter syndrome in higher education. They share personal…
Arden UniversityPride 2023
🌈 Celebrating Pride: Unveiling the Rainbow's Journey with Arden University Podcast! 🎙️ Join hosts Alicia and Jacob as they dive into the vibrant world of Pride…
Arden UniversityKicking Out Racism
This month is our Black History Month special, in which we are joined by former professional footballer and Arden honorary graduate, Brendon Batson of West…
Arden UniversityLiving Neurodiverse
Join us as we talk to Emma Owen, a lecturer at Arden who had a late diagnosis for autism, as she tells us about her experiences growing up, and how she flipped…
Arden UniversityArden's biggest Graduation
In this episode, BA Healthcare Management student, Cemene Fraser shares her story of her journey to graduating with us. We hear about her challenges studying…
Arden UniversityTalking about PRIDE
Pride is an amazing time to celebrate who you are, as well as to embrace who the person next to you is! And who better to discuss all things Pride with than…
Arden UniversityIt's okay to talk
Mental Health - We all know these two words well now, but what can you do to help yours? Join us this episode as we are joined by Arden's own Mental Health…
Arden UniversityStudying to become a leader
Join us as we talk to Arden University student Garrick Hunkins! For this episode we hear all about how Garrick finds inspiration from his drive to become the…
Arden UniversityIntroducing Lock14!
Join us for a study centre special! On this episode, our hosts talk all things Lock 14, our brand new Birmingham based study centre. Alexis and Alicia give you…
Arden UniversityBorn for this
Join us for our first episode of the year! For this episode we are talking all about the new university campaign, 'Born for this', we welcome a student from…
Arden UniversityChristmas Special
Join us for a very festive podcast special. Our co-hosts are joined by other members of the marketing team here at Arden University. On this episode, we…
Arden UniversityWomen in Leadership
Our co-hosts are joined by Gemma Marlowe, Marketing and Student Recruitment Director here at Arden University. Gemma discusses her extensive experience within…
Arden UniversityBlack History Month
Welcoming our new co-host, Alicia Elmer, to the show, this month we discuss Black History Month with Accounting and Finance student Agnes, who is also set to…
Arden UniversityLet's Talk Library!
Our outreach officer, Alexis Friday, is joined by Lauren Hamilton, an academic skills tutor from the library team here at Arden University. Lauren talks about…
Arden UniversityWe Are Arden
Our outreach officer, Alexis Friday, is joined by Margo Midwinter, a distance learning student completing her degree in Manilla, in the Philippines. Margo…
Arden UniversityCelebrating Pride Month
Our outreach officers, Amy and Alexis, are joined by Chris Mock, Arden University’s LGBTQ+ Student Rep, to chat through his personal journey, the history of…