Stories & voices from Avila University
Welcome to the very first episode of Avila University’s Hello Neighbor Podcast, a space created to bring our community a little closer. At Avila, being a neighbor means more than sharing a campus—it means listening to one another, learning from our stories, and recognizing the connections that make this place feel like home.
Podcast Episodes
EP 1: Hello Neighbor Podcast
In Episode 1, we introduce the vision behind Hello Neighbour: a series dedicated to uncovering the voices, experiences, and everyday moments that shape life at Avila. You’ll hear from the creators of the podcast as they share why this conversation matters, what inspired the project, and how they hope it will strengthen our sense of belonging.
EP 2: Neighbourhood Watch & Holiday Hot Takes
In Episode 2, we take advantage of the quiet winter break to spotlight the people who keep campus life running year-round. Residential Life leaders Allison Wlette and Coach T. Terrence Brown share insights on community living, student growth, and what it really means to build belonging at Avila. The episode also features holiday hot takes from around campus and a studio secret from Amari Le, reflecting on leadership, identity, and learning to own your journey.
EP 3: New Year, New Semester
In Episode 3, Satara and Will kick off the new semester with Neighborhood Watch, sharing key campus events and important upcoming dates. They sit down with Andrew Curiel, Director of Student Engagement and Leadership, to talk student involvement, campus culture, and what’s ahead this spring. The episode also features Front Porch Secrets from Avila grads in Admissions and a new round of New Year hot takes from around campus.
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Nursing Podcast
Nursing Spotlight: School of Nursing
In this episode, the Hello Neighbor podcast spotlights Avila University’s School of Nursing. Taylor Landa sits down with Dr. Jannine Johnson, Director of Nursing and Health Sciences, to discuss Avila’s nursing programs, small class sizes, student support, and career readiness. The conversation also highlights the Patterson Scholarship and what makes Avila’s nursing program a strong fit for students passionate about compassionate, community-focused care.