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We're pleased to present Flock Talk, a podcast for new students and their families. Each episode will introduce you to important resources and people at the University of Oregon to help you with your transition. From housing and roommates, to financial aid and scholarships, to changing roles and relationships, our episodes will keep you engaged in all aspects of the UO journey. We'll highlight timely higher education topics and discuss themes directly related to the way we support first-year students.

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Fraternity and Sorority Life

Today we speak to Caitlin Roberts, Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life and Leo Serrato, Assistant Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life.

 


University Housing Updates

Today we have a conversation about housing here at the University of Oregon with Nedzer Erilus, Director of Housing for Residence Life and Educational Initiatives and Bryson Beck, Director of Promotions and Recruitment for University Housing.

https://housing.uoregon.edu/admitted

 


Care and Advocacy Program

Today we speak to Drew Terhune, Director of Care and Advocacy Program here at the University of Oregon. We have a conversation about how the program provides students with resources and support if they face challenges during college.

safe.uoregon.edu 
dos.uoregon.edu/help

Flock Talk is taking off a week for the holiday and will be back with our Thursday shows the week after that.

 


Basic Needs

Today we have a conversation with Jimmy Howard, Associate Dean of Students and Julia Morrill, Director of Basic Needs and Off-Campus Community Support about our Basic Needs Program. This program is intended to connect students with campus and community resources intended to support their well-being, so that they can meet your academic goals.

basicneeds.uoregon.edu/

 


MEET YOUR HOST

Cora BennettCora Bennett Director, Student Orientation Programs

Cora Bennett is the director of Student Orientation Programs and manages the student ambassador program and orientation events. Since joining the division she has grown the office to meet the ever-growing interest in the UO from prospective students and visitors. The programs she manages employ 80 students as ambassadors who present the UO experience to new Ducks as well as to more than 30,000 visitors each year. “I love the UO because it’s unlike any other place I’ve ever lived. People are warm and friendly, the campus environment is everything a university should be, and the pride and spirit the community has for the university is unmatched.”