Month: April 2026

Starting college comes with a mix of excitement and uncertainty, but one thing most students don’t expect is how much their safety—and success—depends on the small, everyday choices they make. It’s not usually the big, dramatic situations that cause problems on campus. More often, it’s the simple things: leaving your…

You’re about to step into a new level of independence, and this episode walks you through how to stay safe while doing it. Scott Thurmond explains that campus police aren’t there to “catch” you—they’re there to help you succeed and make it to graduation. Most safety issues on campus come…

No one really warns you about this part of college. You move into a dorm. You’re constantly around people. There’s always something happening. And yet, at some point, almost every student feels it: loneliness. It doesn’t mean something is wrong with you. It doesn’t mean you picked the wrong school.…

If you’re being honest, orientation probably doesn’t sound that exciting. You might be thinking, “Can I just skip ahead to the part where college actually starts?” But here’s the truth: orientation isn’t something to get through—it’s something to lean into. Because how you start often shapes everything that comes next.…

You’re about to step into a completely new environment, and this episode helps you know what actually matters from the start. Orientation isn’t just something to get through—it’s your first chance to meet people, ask questions, and set yourself up well. Getting involved early and finding the right community can…

A lot of students head to college with good intentions. They say things like: “I’m going to stay grounded.” “I’ll find a good community.” “I won’t lose who I am.” And they mean it. But then… life happens. Schedules fill up.New friendships form quickly.Opportunities (and pressure) show up out of…

If you’ve always thought about college as the next step in your life—your degree, your friends, your future—you’re not wrong… but you might be missing something bigger. There’s a shift that happens when you start seeing college not just as a place you’re going, but as a place you’re being…

Tommy sits down with John Decker to talk about the heart behind Every Student Sent and why so many students lose their faith in the transition to college. They unpack how early connection, intentional community, and a clear sense of purpose can completely change a student’s college experience—and why preparing…

One of the biggest mistakes students make when choosing a major is deciding based on what something sounds like instead of what it’s actually like. A class is not a career.A major is not a day-to-day job. You might love psychology as a subject… but not enjoy sitting in sessions…