The first week of freshman year can be overwhelming - but what about week two? Or three? Or eight? By the time you've reached mid-semester, it can feel like a sink or swim situation.

That's why Dr. Ross and producer Michaela Murphy are checking back in with their freshman guests from episode one. In the thick of their first semester, Dominic Robinette and Mary Mooney share firsthand experiences with freshman year. Whether it's switching majors, adapting to an independent lifestyle, or struggling with comparison, their stories offer concrete advice and encouragement for students approaching this challenging life transition.

To hear part one of Mary and Dominic's discussion, check out their previous episode: S2 Ep. 1: What Can I Expect From Freshman Year?

Have more questions about the freshman experience? Email us at ADRquestions@gmail.com. We'd love to hear from you!

Special thanks to Michaela Murphy, who produced and co-hosted season two's opening episodes. The show goes on because of you!

As an undergrad, it's easy to feel overwhelmed when considering the next phase of your education. After all, what is graduate school like? Why add more years of college? And - most importantly - how do you know if it's right for you?

In this episode, Dr. Ross and producer Michaela Murphy team up with current grad students to tackle these, and other, important questions. Join Psychology major Caitlyn Walker and English major Caroline Goodman in exploring the life of a grad student. Whether you're curious about balancing school, work, and personal schedules or want to know about navigating the transition into a Master's program, their stories offer valuable insights on the grad school experience.

Have more questions about graduate school? Email us at ADRquestions@gmail.com. We'd love to hear from you!

Special thanks to Michaela Murphy, who produced and co-hosted season two's opening episodes. The show goes on because of you!

Note: "TJC" refers to Tyler Junior College, an undergraduate college near the University of Texas at Tyler.

The transition from high school to college can be scary. There's lots to navigate in your freshman year, from dorm life to academic advising - and we're here to unpack it all.

Join Dr. Ross and producer Michaela Murphy in discussing the freshman experience with four first-year UT Tyler students: Dylan Bennet, Paula Castellanos, Mary Mooney, and Dominic Robinette. Together, they share stories of their freshman year journeys and the unfiltered realities high school grads face. Whether it's moving from Ecuador to take classes in another country, building friendships with track teammates, or struggling to connect with professors, each story lends heartfelt and practical advice to students launching into the college experience.

Have more questions about freshman year? Email us at ADRquestions@gmail.com. We'd love to hear from you!

Special thanks to Michaela Murphy, who produced and co-hosted season two's opening episodes. The show goes on because of you!