Episode 167: The Psychology of a Phoenix (w/ Dr. Michael Alexander and Dr. Ryan Martin)
Psychology and StuffShow Notes
What makes UWGB and the students the students that go there great? In this special episode Dr. Alison Jane Martingano invites UWGB Chancellor Dr. Michael Alexander, and Dean of the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, Dr. Ryan Martin, to answer that question. They discuss their roles at the university, the best parts about UWGB and its students, as well as the benefits of attending college at UWGB. The guests also consider the advice they would give to help students when they run into difficult times, including how to balance it all, avoid burnout, and how to access university supports. Listen in to hear more about the ways UWGB helps students grow and the inspiring perspective Dr. Alexander and Dr. Martin have about the goals of the university!
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