Destination Unboxed

Jul 12 2022 1
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Lakehead International's Destination Unboxed is a series of in-depth conversations about the international student experience at Lakehead University. This show features current Lakehead students Shindara, Vishwa, and Marcela, with regular appearances from Evan, a graduate of Lakehead University. Each episode focuses on the international student life at Lakehead University, with in-depth conversations with current students, alumni, and Lakehead's faculty and staff. It's a chance to talk about the international student experience, with tips to make the most of your Lakehead journey. Join Shindara, Vishwa, Marcela, and Evan for recurring episodes of Destination Unboxed.

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Blowing Off Steam

Jul 12 2022 46 mins  
On this episode of Destination Unboxed, join Evan and Shindara and special guests as they talk about different approaches to unwind from academics and the hustle and bustle of university life.This episode's guests include Yamandeep Malhi, a Lakehead student from India andVP Operations & Finance of the Lakehead University Student Union; and Yichen, a Lakehead student from C

Jobs/Co-op

Apr 21 2022 62 mins  
On this episode of Destination Unboxed, join Vishwa and special guests as they talk about the Canadian job environment and tips about resume writing, interviews, and more.This episode's guests include Beili Yin, a Lakehead student from China working in machine learning for PointClickCare, as part of her co-op program; Javier, a Lakehead student from Guatemala who works with th

Academic Clubs

Mar 17 2022 45 mins  
On this episode of Destination Unboxed, join Vishwa and special guests as they talk about the academic clubs at Lakehead University.This episode's guests include Isabelle, President of the Faculty of Business Students' Association (FOBSA) at Lakehead's Thunder Bay campus, and Brianne, outgoing President of the Engineering Student Society (ESS) at Lakehead's Thun

Winter Wonderland

Mar 08 2022 32 mins  
On this episode of Destination Unboxed, join Shindara and special guests as they talk about what they love about Canadian winters.This episode's guests include Jonathan, a Ph.D. student from Mexico pursuing Biotechnology at Lakehead's Thunder Bay campus; and Marteena, a third-year Outdoor Recreation, Parks & Tourism (ORPT) student from Iraq, studying at Lakehead'

How Did You Make The Decision To Apply To Lakehead?

Feb 11 2022 32 mins  
On this episode of Destination Unboxed, join Marcela and special guests as they talk about why they decided to apply to Lakehead.This episode's guests include Damanpreet, a current student studying Business at Lakehead's Thunder Bay campus; Precious, a Criminology student at Lakehead's Orillia campus; and Rahul, a student in the Masters of Mechanical Engineering prog

The Holiday Season Around the World

Dec 16 2021 28 mins  
On this episode of Destination Unboxed, join Marcela and special guests as they talk about how big holiday traditions vary from country to country and what makes them special to those who celebrate.This episode's guests include Lily, a current Lakehead student from China; Bolu, a graduate of Lakehead University from Nigeria; and Evan, a graduate of Lakehead University and a me

Hey You, Join The Club!

Dec 03 2021 26 mins  
On this episode of Destination Unboxed, join Shindara and special guests as they talk about the international clubs at Lakehead University.This episode's guests include Tega, the President of the African Caribbean Student Association (AFCASA), and Krish, the President of Lakehead University's Indian Student Association (LUISA). Submit a question for our hosts!Follow LUISA

Which Program Is Right For Me?

Nov 17 2021 24 mins  
On the first episode of Destination Unboxed, join Vishwa and special guests as they tackle the question every future student asks themselves: "Which program is right for me?". This episode's guests include Hitesh, a current student studying computer science at Lakehead's Thunder Bay campus; Nehi, a graduate of Lakehead's MA of Social Justice Studies program

Welcome to Destination Unboxed

Nov 02 2021 1 mins