It’s the From the Ville to the Nest Season 1 finale! 🎙️
Host Jessica Combess reflects on a year of stories, conversations, and connection — celebrating 30 episodes, 2,000+ listens, and nearly 40 campus and community guests. Hear which episodes families loved most, discover a few hidden gems you might’ve missed, and learn how this podcast grew from a laptop in an office to an award-winning show recognized with the 2025 AHEPPP Creative Communication Award.

Thank you for listening, sharing, and being part of the Cardinal Family. ❤️
🎧 For one last time this season — L’s up, Go Cards, and we’ll see you in the spring!

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UofL Parent and Family Association

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📞 Parent and Family Hotline: 502-852-6933

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When your student calls home sick for the first time, it can be hard not to worry — but UofL Campus Health is here to help.

In this episode, host Jessica Combess sits down with Gary Thurman, Nurse Practitioner at UofL Campus Health, to talk about how their team supports students’ physical and mental well-being right here on campus. From routine checkups and women’s health to urgent care and chronic condition management, Campus Health is your student’s doctor away from home.

🎙️ Listen to learn:
💉 What services Campus Health provides (spoiler: it’s not just a band-aid station!)
💳 How the Primary Care Health Fee and insurance work together
🧠 How Campus Health partners with Counseling, Campus Rec, and Wellness
🏡 How parents can help students advocate for their own healthcare

Whether your student lives on campus or commutes from home, this episode will give you peace of mind knowing they’re cared for by compassionate professionals who truly get college life.

As always — L’s up, Go Cards!

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Campus Health Services Information

🌐 Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Campus Health Website

📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@uoflcampushealth

📍 Office Address: 215 Central Ave. Unit, 100 (by the UofL Baseball Field)

📞 Phone Number: 502-852-6479

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UofL Parent and Family Association

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📞 Parent and Family Hotline: 502-852-6933

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In this episode of From the Ville to the Nest, host Jessica Combess sits down with Mary Beth Uberti, Program Coordinator of BRICC to talk about how families can help their Cardinals make safe, informed decisions around drinking and drug use.

This conversation isn’t about being anti-drinking — it’s about understanding today’s realities, talking openly, and building trust. Mary Beth shares practical ways families can start healthy conversations, prevent risky behaviors, and support students in making responsible choices.

Whether your student is brand new to campus or nearing graduation, you’ll learn how small, consistent conversations can make a big difference in their safety and confidence.

💬 Have a question or topic you’d love us to cover next? Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠parents@louisville.edu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or send us a DM on social media!

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BRICC Information

🌐 Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BRICC Website

🌐 Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Family Alcohol Handbook

📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@bricc_uofl

📍 Office is located in SAC 309

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UofL Parent and Family Association

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📞 Parent and Family Hotline: 502-852-6933

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In this episode of From the Ville to the Nest, we’re talking with UofL’s Office of Service Learning & Civic Engagement about how students connect classroom learning with real-world impact. Hear how service learning helps students grow as leaders, make a difference in their communities, and even take part in the transformative International Service Learning Program (ISLP).

Whether your Cardinal is new to campus or looking for ways to expand their horizons, this conversation offers insight into how service learning can shape their college experience and their future.

💬 Have a question or topic you’d love us to cover next? Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠parents@louisville.edu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or send us a DM on social media!

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Service Learning and Civic Engagement (SLCE) pronounced slice

International Service Learning Program (ISLP)

Alternative Service Break (ASB)

Contact Information

🌐 Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Service Learning & Civic Engagement Website

📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@uofl_slce

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📍 Office is located in SAC 310

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UofL Parent and Family Association

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📞 Parent and Family Hotline: 502-852-6933

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Finding belonging can make all the difference in your student’s college experience. In this episode, host Jessica Combess sits down with Mónica Negrón from UofL’s Center for Belonging, Access, and Engagement (BAE) to talk about how their team helps students connect, celebrate their identities, and thrive throughout their Cardinal journey.

From early arrival programs and one-on-one coaching to fun campus events and mentorship opportunities, BAE plays a vital role in helping every student feel seen, supported, and at home at UofL.

💬 Got a question or topic you’d love us to cover next? Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠parents@louisville.edu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or send us a DM on social media!

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Center for Belonging, Access, and Engagement (BAE)

🌐 Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Center for BAE Website

📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@uoflcenter4bae

💻 Facebook: UofL Center for Belonging, Access, & Engagement

▶️ YouTube: www.youtube.com/@uoflcenter4bae

📍 Located on the end of Belknap Village South Residence Hall across from the College of Education and Human Development

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UofL Parent and Family Association

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📧 Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠parents@louisville.edu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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📞 Parent and Family Hotline: 502-852-6933

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🎧 Support Without Stigma: The Story of the Cardinal Cupboard
The Cardinal Cupboard is more than a food pantry — it’s a community. In this episode, host Jessica Combess talks with Kathy Meyer, Director of Student Involvement, about how UofL’s on-campus pantry supports all Cardinals — students, faculty, and staff — with dignity and care. Discover how the Cupboard fosters food security, reduces stigma, and cultivates community one visit at a time.

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Cardinal Cupboard

🌐 Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Cupboard Website

🌐 Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Amazon Wish List

📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠@uofl.cardinalcupboard

📧 Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠elsbccfp@louisville.edu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

📍 Located on the Third Floor of the Swain Student Activities Center (above the railroad track)

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UofL Parent and Family Association

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📧 Email: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠parents@louisville.edu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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📞 Parent and Family Hotline: 502-852-6933

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For the first time, From the Ville to the Nest is bringing student voices to the mic! 🎓

Meet UofL Student Government Association leaders Macy Waddle and Grant Avis as they share how SGA represents the voice of the students, what campus involvement really looks like, and why leadership opportunities matter.

Parents, you’ll hear directly from students about the impact of getting involved, how families can encourage engagement without overstepping, and the projects SGA is working on right now to make campus life even better.

✨ In this episode, you’ll hear about:

• How SGA represents and advocates for UofL students
• The impact of involvement on student success and belonging
• Ways parents can encourage their students to engage on campus
• Macy & Grant’s advice for making the most of college life at UofL

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Student Government Association

🌐 Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠student.louisville.edu/sga

📧 General Email: sgacares@louisville.edu

📧 Macy's Email: macy.waddle@louisville.edu

📧 General Email: grant.avis@louisville.edu

📸 Instagram: ⁠@uoflsga

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UofL Parent and Family Association

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📞 Parent and Family Hotline: 502-852-6933

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Midterms can feel overwhelming, but your student doesn’t have to face them alone. In this episode of From the Ville to the Nest, Executive Director of REACH and Testing Services, Dr. Geoff Bailey, joins us to share how UofL’s tutoring, coaching, and study support programs help students build confidence, strengthen skills, and succeed in the classroom.

Parents and families will learn why the best REACH users aren’t just struggling students - they’re often high achievers who start early, use resources consistently, and see the results. We also talk about how you can encourage your student to use REACH without it feeling like “nagging,” and walk away with practical strategies for navigating midterms and beyond.

💬 Got a question or topic you’d love us to cover next? Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠parents@louisville.edu⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or send us a DM on social media!

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REACH Academic Services

🌐 Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠reach.louisville.edu

📍Location: Belknap Academic Building, 2nd Floor Ekstrom Library, 1st Floor, Soon to be in the New Engineering Building

👥 Facebook: REACH Facebook

📸 Instagram: @uoflreach

▶️ YouTube: www.youtube.com/UofLREACH

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📞 Parent and Family Hotline: 502-852-6933

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