Doc's Download: The Podcast Edition

What does it mean to truly connect at Ohio State? In this episode of Doc’s Download: The Podcast Edition, Doc sits down with three student leaders—a Resident Advisor, a Community Ambassador and a Commuter Student—to explore how Buckeyes build connection, support and care for one another. 

You’ll hear how: 

Kate Stembler, a Resident Advisors make residence halls feel like home. 

Melissa McMahon, a Community Ambassadors help off-campus students get involved and thrive. 

Aubrie Belinger, a Commuter student shares tips for staying engaged and finding a “home base.” 

Resources like the Monda Student Resource Center, Wellness Coaching and student orgs help students succeed. From icebreakers and commuter lounges to leadership opportunities and resource centers, this episode dives into the many ways students can engage, learn and thrive at Ohio State. 

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Housing, Dining & Recreation: What’s changing and what students want

In this episode of Doc’s Download: The Podcast Edition—the podcast where stories, strategy and student success come together—Dr. Melissa Shivers (Doc) sits down with campus leaders who are shaping the student experience through housing, dining, and recreation.

Joining Doc are:

• Abby Hertzfeld, Senior Director of Dining Services,
• Andre Love, Director of Recreational Sports, and
• Matthew Swearingen, Resident Advisor.

Together, they discuss what’s changing in campus housing, dining, and recreation, what students are asking for, and how these essential parts of student life play a powerful role in supporting community, well-being, and academic success.

Whether you’re a current Buckeye, a future student, or simply curious about how Ohio State creates spaces where students can engage, learn, and thrive—this episode is for you.

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In next episode of Doc’s Download: The Podcast Edition Melissa Shivers (Doc) sits down with campus leaders who are shaping the student experience through housing, dining, and recreation. Together, they discuss what’s changing in campus housing, dining, and recreation, what students are asking for, and how these essential parts of student life play a powerful role in supporting community, well-being, and academic success.

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with Dr. Melissa Shivers, Dr. Micky Sharma, Julia Darr and Britain Wilson 

In this episode of Doc’s Download: The Podcast Edition, Senior Vice President for Student Life Dr. Melissa Shivers sits down with mental health experts and student leaders from The Ohio State University to explore the campus climate around mental health, break down stigma and share valuable resources available to all Buckeyes.

Join Dr. Shivers, Dr. Micky Sharma (Senior Director, Counseling and Consultation Service), Julia Darr (Student Wellness Coach) and Britain Wilson (Resident Advisor) as they discuss:

• What mental health and wellness look like on campus today
• How stigma impacts students and ways to break it
• The difference between counseling, wellness coaching and peer support
• Encouraging messages for students navigating their mental health journey

Whether you’re a student, staff member or simply part of the Buckeye family, this conversation is packed with insight and hope to help you take care of yourself and each other.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Counseling and Consultation Service (CCS)
• Student Wellness Coaching
• Resident Advisor support

Tune in, take care and remember—you’re never alone. Go Bucks!

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Episode 2: Part 2: “Tradition Evolved: Season Two with Ross Bjork and Adam Smith” In this episode of Doc’s Download: The Podcast Edition, Dr. Melissa Shivers (aka Doc) sits down with Ohio State’s Senior Vice President and Athletic Director, Ross Bjork, to reflect on his first season leading Buckeye Athletics and preview Tradition Evolved in the Shoe along with Cambridge, Ohio senior accounting major, Adam Smith who serves as Block-O President.

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