Season 9 Episode 18: Unlocking Opportunities: Maximizing Your University Experience Part 1
Episode 18: In today’s episode, we’re joined by two incredible upper-year students who not only excel academically but have also made the most of everything UCalgary has to offer. From securing major scholarships to having rich, hands-on practicum experiences in completely different fields, they’re proof that university is about more than just classes. It’s about community, friendship, and taking full advantage of the resources available to all students — whether you’re a scholarship recipient or not. Cassidy and Larissa met during their first-year in residence and quickly became friends, building a strong support network through volunteering and a shared commitment to making the most of their academic journey. Today, they’re here to share how all future students can tap into the wealth of opportunities at UCalgary, including the benefits of applying for scholarships — because you never know where a simple application might lead. This conversation is a reminder that university success is about taking initiative, building meaningful connections, and using the resources around you, no matter what program you’re in. Let’s dive into their stories and insights!
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Show Notes
Welcome to Season 9 of Choose UCalgary, the University of Calgary's prospective student podcast. The Choose UCalgary Podcast is intended for any prospective student who is hoping to learn more about the University of Calgary. We will chat with key representatives from the UCalgary community to help keep you updated and informed on all things UCalgary.
Episode 18: In today’s episode, we’re joined by two incredible upper-year students who not only excel academically but have also made the most of everything UCalgary has to offer. From securing major scholarships to having rich, hands-on practicum experiences in completely different fields, they’re proof that university is about more than just classes. It’s about community, friendship, and taking full advantage of the resources available to all students — whether you’re a scholarship recipient or not.
Cassidy and Larissa met during their first-year in residence and quickly became friends, building a strong support network through volunteering and a shared commitment to making the most of their academic journey. Today, they’re here to share how all future students can tap into the wealth of opportunities at UCalgary, including the benefits of applying for scholarships — because you never know where a simple application might lead. This conversation is a reminder that university success is about taking initiative, building meaningful connections, and using the resources around you, no matter what program you’re in. Let’s dive into their stories and insights!
Learn more about Larissa and her most memorable experiences at UCalgary: https://discover.ucalgary.ca/portal/meetlarissa?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic
Learn more about Cassidy and her most memorable experiences at UCalgary: https://discover.ucalgary.ca/portal/meetcassidy?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic
Learn more about Prestige Scholarships: https://www.ucalgary.ca/registrar/finances/awards-scholarships-and-bursaries/prestige?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic
Learn more about how to apply to live On-Campus at UCalgary: https://www.ucalgary.ca/ancillary/residence/live-us/places-live/first-year?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic
Prospective Student Resources:
Undergraduate Discover UCalgary Blog: https://discover.ucalgary.ca/portal/discoverucalgary_blog?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic
How to apply for admissions: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/admissions/how-to-apply?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic
Choose from 250+ program combinations: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/programs?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic
Connect with a recruiter: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/contact/recruiters?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic
Ways to customize your degree: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students/undergraduate/programs/selecting-degree?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic
For more information about UCalgary: https://www.ucalgary.ca/future-students?utm_source=Google&utm_medium=organic
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