In this episode of From the Ville to the Nest, we’re talking about how students find their place at the University of Louisville through campus involvement. Host Jessica Combess sits down with Brandon McClain, Assistant Director for Student Involvement, to explore what “getting involved” really means, how it can look different for every student, and why it plays such an important role in their college experience.

You’ll hear practical ways parents and families can support their students—before they arrive on campus and throughout their time at UofL—to help them connect, grow, and thrive beyond the classroom.

Got an idea for a future episode? We’d love to hear from you! Send us a DM or email us at parents@louisville.edu.

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👥 Facebook: UL Student Life

📸 Instagram: @engagedcard, @uoflstudentlife

📧 Email: involved@louisville.edu

🌐 Website: ⁠https://student.louisville.edu/involvement

📞 University Housing Phone Number: 502-852-6691

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UofL Parent and Family Association

👥 Facebook: ⁠⁠Parent and Family Association⁠⁠

📸 Instagram: ⁠⁠@uoflparents⁠⁠

📧 Email: ⁠⁠parents@louisville.edu⁠⁠

🌐 Website: ⁠⁠https://louisville.edu/parents⁠⁠

📞 Parent and Family Hotline: 502-852-6933

⁠⁠CLICK HERE⁠⁠ to sign up for the Parent and Family Association FOR FREE!

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In this episode, we’re diving into the ins and outs of University Housing and the Resident Experience at the University of Louisville. Whether your student is applying for housing, gearing up to live on campus, or already settled in, this conversation covers everything you need to know.

Guests from University Housing — including Tina Belcher and Kenzi Surkin — join us to talk about the application process, housing options, safety and support in the residence halls, and how students are set up for success in their home away from home.

We also explore the difference between a “dorm” and a “residence hall,” plus tips on how families can stay connected while giving students room to grow.

🎧 Tune in for helpful info, important contacts, and ways you can support your Cardinal as they live and learn on campus.

👥 Facebook: UofL University Housing & the Resident Experience

📸 Instagram: @uofl_housing

🔴 YouTube: University Housing and the Resident Experience

📧 Email: housing@louisville.edu

🌐 Website: https://louisville.edu/housing/

📞 University Housing Phone Number: 502-852-6636

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UofL Parent and Family Association

👥 Facebook: ⁠Parent and Family Association⁠

📸 Instagram: ⁠@uoflparents⁠

📧 Email: ⁠parents@louisville.edu⁠

🌐 Website: ⁠https://louisville.edu/parents⁠

📞 Parent and Family Hotline: 502-852-6933

⁠CLICK HERE⁠ to sign up for the Parent and Family Association FOR FREE!

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In this episode of From the Ville to the Nest, host Jessica Combess talks with Melissa Eversole, Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions, about what families can expect during UofL’s two-day New Student Orientation and how the Family Orientation program can help you feel informed and confident.

Whether you're preparing to send your first student to college or supporting another future Cardinal, this episode offers key insights, helpful tips, and answers to common questions.

🎧 Tune in to learn:

• What happens during the two-day orientation

• How the Family Orientation program supports you

• Why fostering student independence starts at orientation and is so important

• Where to go with questions before and after your visit

Make sure your student is registered for New Student Orientation—and don’t forget to sign up for Family Orientation, too!

Have questions for the UofL Orientation Office? Email them at orient@louisville.edu.

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UofL Parent and Family Association

👥 Facebook: Parent and Family Association

📸 Instagram: @uoflparents

📧 Email: parents@louisville.edu

🌐 Website: https://louisville.edu/parents

📞 Parent and Family Hotline: 502-852-6933

CLICK HERE to sign up for the Parent and Family Association FOR FREE!

⁠CLICK TO VIEW TRANSCRIPTION OF THIS EPISODE