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A UST video series that aims to inspire, encourage and urge students to “Be Your Bold Self”

Hanna Shanar

A Search for Truth

Isabel sits down with Hanna Shanar, an author, musician, medical student and UST alumnus, to talk about his book “A Search for Truth.” They discuss his reconciling of faith and science while at UST.

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Pat Gunning

God Always Has a Plan

In this episode of BOLD, we talk to UST Campus Minister Pat Gunning about his first semester at UST and how God always has a plan for us.

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Esports

Esports Unites Competition & Academics

Host Isabel Garcia leads us in exploring Esports through the eyes of a coach and a competitor. We learn how our students are getting a coveted education in the gaming industry that is sought after nationwide.

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Hamilton Loomis

The Musical World of Hamilton Loomis

UST Alumnus Hamilton Loomis is a Galveston-born, world-touring blues, rock and soul musician. Hamilton talks with Host Darnell Miller about touring, education, and balancing a family and music.

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Kechi Okwuchi

Sing a Song of Joy

Kechi Okwuchi, a Nigerian-born author and award-winning singer, and Host Isabel Garcia talk about Kechi’s wild ride, from graduating with a business degree from UST to participating in America’s Got Talent.

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Jasmine Chida

Success Can Be Sweet

Host Isabel Garcia talks to Jasmine Chida, the owner of SweetCup Gelato & Sorbet, a local gelato shop that makes world class treats. They talk about the joy and challenges of entrepreneurship.

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Back to School

Back to School!

Students are excited for the opportunity to have classes in person Host Isabel Garcia talks with incoming freshmen and student leaders during orientation to see what they are looking forward to the most.

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Fatima Khan and Anna Haydon

How and Why to Get Involved

Host Isabel Garcia sits down with Fatima Khan, VP of Campus Activity Board, and Anna Haydon, Student Engagement Coordinator, to talk about student involvement and returning to campus after the Coronavirus pandemic.

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Al Saulso

Art, Icons and Spirituality

Guest Host Darnell Miller sits down with Al Saulso, UST alumnus and artist. He talks about how he got into art, making a living as an artist and his introduction to writing icons.

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Tammy Smithers

Just Be Yourself

When Matthew McConaughey published his book, “Greenlights,” Alumna Dr. Tammy Smithers was surprised to be recognized. Guest host Bridget Richardson and Dr. Smithers discuss how being yourself changes lives.

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