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The Fifth Year Podcast explores what happens after high school — and why so many students feel unprepared for what comes next.Through real conversations with students, alumni, educators, and industry professionals, we unpack the gaps in career readiness, financial literacy,…
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Communication Takes Practice | The Fifth Year Podcast: Episode 17 (opens the original)
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What skills do students need to succeed beyond the classroom?In this episode of The Fifth Year Podcast, we sit down with Jasmine Smith to talk about communication, real-world skills, and what today’s students need as they prepare for life after high school.We dive into why communication takes practice, how students can become more comfortable having real conversations, and why understanding the value behind what you’re learning matters. We also talk about how AI is changing the way students lear
Building Tomorrow’s Workforce | The Fifth Year Podcast: Episode 16 (opens the original)
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What does it take to build a stronger workforce right here in Northwest Ohio? In this episode of The Fifth Year Podcast, we sit down with Brandon Ruiz, CEO of Nemsys, to talk about the impact of 5th Year, the importance of creating opportunities for young adults, and how paid internships can help students gain real-world experience and discover their path.We talk about career readiness, investing in local talent, and why partnerships between students and businesses matter for the future of our c
5th Year & UToledo | The Fifth Year Podcast: Episode 15 (opens the original)
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What does it take to prepare the next generation for success?In this episode of The Fifth Year Podcast, we sit down with the Provost of The University of Toledo to talk about the partnership between UToledo and 5th Year, the importance of creating opportunities for students, and how education and real-world experience can work together to help young adults find their path.We talk about the future of education, career readiness, and why partnerships like this matter for students, employers, and t
Finding His Path: From 5th Year to Mercy Health | The Fifth Year Podcast: Episode 14 (opens the original)
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From 5th Year to a Career That Fits 🌱Choosing your next step after high school isn't always a straight line — and that's exactly the point of 5th Year. In this episode of The Fifth Year Podcast, we sit down with Logan Simok to talk about his own 5th Year journey and how it led him to his current role at Mercy Health.We discuss what it was like to take a year to explore before committing to a path, the moments that helped Logan discover healthcare as the right fit, and the skills and confidence h
Opening Doors to the Trades | The Fifth Year Podcast: Episode 13 (opens the original)
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Opening Doors to the Trades 🔨🎙️The skilled trades offer more than just a job—they offer a career you can build a future on. In this episode of The Fifth Year Podcast, we're joined by representatives from the Central Midwest Carpenters to talk about the opportunities available in the trades and how students can turn hands-on skills into lifelong careers.We discuss apprenticeships, the benefits of joining the union, what employers are looking for, and why the demand for skilled tradespeople contin
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