
My Next Step: College Exploration Spotlight
By College & Career Connections @ CMLibrary

My Next Step: College Exploration SpotlightSep 23, 2020

47: Interview with Evan and Jack, Clemson University
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
Today we are learning about Clemson University. For more information on Clemson visit www.clemson.edu.
All opinions expressed by interviewees are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Charlotte Mecklenburg Library or its affiliates. Their opinions are based upon their experiences and information in which they consider to be reliable.

46: Interview with Kaleb, Hampden-Sydney College

45: Interview with Becca & Cullen, University of Tennessee

44: Interview with Parker, Virginia Military Institute

43: Interview with Jessica, Queens University

42: Interview with Sami, University of Georgia

41: Interview with Brandyn, University of Florida

40: Interview with Yashwini, Parsons School of Design

39: Interview with Leah, University of Virginia

38: Interview with Dian, Wofford College

37: Interview with Kinsey, Winthrop University

36: Interview with Robert, Charleston Southern University

35: Interview with Joshua, University of Mississippi (Ole Miss)
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
Today we are learning about University of Mississippi (Ole Miss). For more information on Ole Miss visit www.olemiss.edu.
All opinions expressed by interviewees are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Charlotte Mecklenburg Library or its affiliates. Their opinions are based upon their experiences and information in which they consider to be reliable.

34: Interview with Alex, Furman University
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
Today we are learning about Furman University. For more information on Furman visit www.furman.edu.
All opinions expressed by interviewees are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Charlotte Mecklenburg Library or its affiliates. Their opinions are based upon their experiences and information in which they consider to be reliable.

33: Interview with Maria & Paige, Meredith College
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
Today we are learning about Meredith College. For more information on Meredith visit www.meredith.edu.
All opinions expressed by interviewees are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Charlotte Mecklenburg Library or its affiliates. Their opinions are based upon their experiences and information in which they consider to be reliable.

32: Interview with Abby, University of Florida
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
Today we are learning about University of Florida (UFL). For more information on UFL visit www.ufl.edu.
All opinions expressed by interviewees are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Charlotte Mecklenburg Library or its affiliates. Their opinions are based upon their experiences and information in which they consider to be reliable.

31: Interview with Emily and Wes, Guilford College
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
Today we are learning about Guilford College. For more information on Guilford visit www.guilford.edu.
All opinions expressed by interviewees are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Charlotte Mecklenburg Library or its affiliates. Their opinions are based upon their experiences and information in which they consider to be reliable.

30: Interview with Jaylin, Morehouse College
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
Today we are learning about Morehouse College. For more information on Morehouse College visit www.morehouse.edu.
All opinions expressed by interviewees are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Charlotte Mecklenburg Library or its affiliates. Their opinions are based upon their experiences and information in which they consider to be reliable.

Mini Episode 9: Military Colleges
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
For more information on College and Career Connections visit cmlibrary.org/teens.

Mini Episode 8: Tribal Colleges
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
For more information on College and Career Connections visit cmlibrary.org/teens.
Tribal College Journal: https://tribalcollegejournal.org/map-of-tribal-colleges/
American Indian College Fund: https://collegefund.org/students/tribal-colleges/

29: Interview with Zack, High Point University
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
Today we are learning about High Point University (HPU). For more information on HPU visit www.highpoint.edu.
All opinions expressed by interviewees are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Charlotte Mecklenburg Library or its affiliates. Their opinions are based upon their experiences and information in which they consider to be reliable.

28: Interview with Jacob, Montreat College
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
Today we are learning about Montreat College. For more information on Montreat visit www.montreat.edu.
All opinions expressed by interviewees are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Charlotte Mecklenburg Library or its affiliates. Their opinions are based upon their experiences and information in which they consider to be reliable.

27: Interview with Mallory, Lees McRae College
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
Today we are learning about Lees McRae College (LMC). For more information on LMC visit www.lmc.edu.
All opinions expressed by interviewees are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Charlotte Mecklenburg Library or its affiliates. Their opinions are based upon their experiences and information in which they consider to be reliable.

26: Interview with Caroline, University of North Carolina at Wilmington
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
Today we are learning about University of North Carolina at Wilmington (UNCW). For more information on UNCW visit www.uncw.edu.
All opinions expressed by interviewees are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Charlotte Mecklenburg Library or its affiliates. Their opinions are based upon their experiences and information in which they consider to be reliable.

25: Interview with Divine, Central Piedmont Community College
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
Today we are learning about Central Piedmont Community College (CPCC). For more information on CPCC visit www.cpcc.edu.
All opinions expressed by interviewees are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Charlotte Mecklenburg Library or its affiliates. Their opinions are based upon their experiences and information in which they consider to be reliable.

24: Interview with Javik, Elon University
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
Today we are learning about Elon University. For more information on Elon visit www.elon.edu.
All opinions expressed by interviewees are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Charlotte Mecklenburg Library or its affiliates. Their opinions are based upon their experiences and information in which they consider to be reliable.

23: Interview with Chelsea, Duke University
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
Today we are learning about Duke University. For more information on Duke visit www.duke.edu.
All opinions expressed by interviewees are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Charlotte Mecklenburg Library or its affiliates. Their opinions are based upon their experiences and information in which they consider to be reliable.

22: Interview with Jeremy, The College of New Jersey
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
Today we are learning about The College of New Jersey (TCNJ). For more information on TCNJ visit www.tcnj.edu.
All opinions expressed by interviewees are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Charlotte Mecklenburg Library or its affiliates. Their opinions are based upon their experiences and information in which they consider to be reliable.

21: Interview with D'Andra, Elizabeth City State University
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
Today we are learning about Elizabeth City State University (ECSU). For more information on ECSU visit www.ecsu.edu.
All opinions expressed by interviewees are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Charlotte Mecklenburg Library or its affiliates. Their opinions are based upon their experiences and information in which they consider to be reliable.

20: Interview with Olivia, Lenoir-Rhyne University
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
Today we are learning about Lenoir-Rhyne University (LR). For more information on LR visit www.lr.edu.
All opinions expressed by interviewees are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Charlotte Mecklenburg Library or its affiliates. Their opinions are based upon their experiences and information in which they consider to be reliable.

19: Interview with Lando, Wake Forest University
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
Today we are learning about Wake Forest University (WFU). For more information on WFU visit www.wfu.edu.
All opinions expressed by interviewees are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Charlotte Mecklenburg Library or its affiliates. Their opinions are based upon their experiences and information in which they consider to be reliable.

Mini Episode 7: Technical or Trade Schools
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
For more information on College and Career Connections visit cmlibrary.org/teens.

18: Interview with Jennaca, University of North Florida
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
Today we are learning about University of North Florida (UNF). For more information on UNF visit www.unf.edu.
All opinions expressed by interviewees are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Charlotte Mecklenburg Library or its affiliates. Their opinions are based upon their experiences and information in which they consider to be reliable.

Mini Episode 6: Alternative, Non-Traditional, & Progressive Colleges
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
For more information on College and Career Connections visit cmlibrary.org/teens.

Mini Episode 5: Single Sex Colleges
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
For more information on College and Career Connections visit cmlibrary.org/teens.

17: Interview with Jaycie, Louisiana State University
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
Today we are learning about Louisiana State University (LSU). For more information on LSU visit www.lsu.edu.
All opinions expressed by interviewees are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Charlotte Mecklenburg Library or its affiliates. Their opinions are based upon their experiences and information in which they consider to be reliable.

16: Interview with Maggie, Students with Special Needs at College: Mitchell Community College and UNC Greensboro

Mini Episode 4: Religiously Affiliated Schools
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
For more information on College and Career Connections visit cmlibrary.org/teens.

15: Interview with Sarah, Johnson and Wales University
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
Today we are learning about Johnson and Wales University (JWU). For more information on JWU visit www.jwu.edu.
All opinions expressed by interviewees are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Charlotte Mecklenburg Library or its affiliates. Their opinions are based upon their experiences and information in which they consider to be reliable.

14: Interview with Tim, North Carolina State University
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey! For more information on College and Career Connections visit cmlibrary.org/teens.
Today we are learning about North Carolina State University (NCSU). For more information on NCSU visit www.ncsu.edu
All opinions expressed by interviewees are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Charlotte Mecklenburg Library or its affiliates. Their opinions are based upon their experiences and information in which they consider to be reliable.

13: Interview with Alex, University of North Carolina at Wilmington
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
Today we are learning about the University of North Carolina at Wilmington (UNCW). For more information on UNCW visit www.uncw.edu.
All opinions expressed by interviewees are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Charlotte Mecklenburg Library or its affiliates. Their opinions are based upon their experiences and information in which they consider to be reliable.

12: Interview with Brenna, Winston Salem State University
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
For more information on College and Career Connections visit cmlibrary.org/teens.
Today we are learning about Winston Salem State University (WSSU). For more information on WSSU visit www.wssu.edu.
All opinions expressed by interviewees are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Charlotte Mecklenburg Library or its affiliates. Their opinions are based upon their experiences and information in which they consider to be reliable.

11: Interview with Paige, Western Carolina University
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
For more information on College and Career Connections visit cmlibrary.org/teens.
Today we are learning about Western Carolina University (WCU). For more information on WCU visit www.wcu.edu.
All opinions expressed by interviewees are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Charlotte Mecklenburg Library or its affiliates. Their opinions are based upon their experiences and information in which they consider to be reliable.

10: Why I Chose an HBCU
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
Today we are learning about Historically Black Colleges and Universities. For more information on the schools discussed visit these sites:
Winston Salem State University - https://www.wssu.edu/
North Carolina Central University - https://www.nccu.edu/
Fayetteville State University - https://www.uncfsu.edu/
North Carolina A&T University - https://www.ncat.edu/
Lincoln University - https://www.lincoln.edu/
All opinions expressed by interviewees are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Charlotte Mecklenburg Library or its affiliates. Their opinions are based upon their experiences and information in which they consider to be reliable.

9: Interview with Rhonda, Southeastern Institute (Southeastern School of Neuromuscular and Massage Therapy )
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
Today we are learning about Southeastern Institute. For more information on Southeastern Institute visit southeasterninstitute.edu.
All opinions expressed by interviewees are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Charlotte Mecklenburg Library or its affiliates. Their opinions are based upon their experiences and information in which they consider to be reliable.

Mini Episode 3: The Ivy League

Mini Episode 2: Liberal Arts College vs Four Year University
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
For more information on College and Career Connections visit cmlibrary.org/teens.

8: Interview with Andrew, University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
For more information on College and Career Connections visit cmlibrary.org/teens.
Today we are learning about the University of North Carolina at Charlotte (UNCC). For more information on UNCC visit www.uncc.edu.
All opinions expressed by interviewees are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Charlotte Mecklenburg Library or its affiliates. Their opinions are based upon their experiences and information in which they consider to be reliable.

Mini Episode 1: Public vs Private
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
For more information on College and Career Connections visit cmlibrary.org/teens.

7: Interview with Harrison, University of South Carolina-Columbia
Welcome to Charlotte Mecklenburg Library’s College Exploration Spotlight podcast series! As part of our College & Career Connections initiative, we created these podcasts to help teens learn more about different colleges, universities, and technical schools for local teens to aid in their decision making for their futures. Take a listen to these short, fun and engaging podcasts to help you on your journey!
For more information on College and Career Connections visit cmlibrary.org/teens.
Today we are learning about the University of South Carolina-Columbia (USC). For more information on USC visit www.sc.edu.
All opinions expressed by interviewees are solely their current opinions and do not reflect the opinions of Charlotte Mecklenburg Library or its affiliates. Their opinions are based upon their experiences and information in which they consider to be reliable.