LTU Perspectives
Welcome to LTU Perspectives. A journey into the experiences, stories and adventures at Lawrence Technological University. Hosted by LTU students and filled with insights, and the intriguing stories that embody the LTU spirit.
Episodes
Host Nicholas Sparks chats with Zach Kaechle about his LTU journey—from a shy student to a confident media pro. They discuss hands-on experiences (like live production gigs), the impact of advisors, and how LTU’s program shaped their careers.
🔹 Topics:
- Personal growth at LTU
- Behind-the-scenes of student productions
- The future of LTU’s media program
🎙️ Host: Nicholas Sparks 🎤 Guest: Zach Kaechle
A lot has changed since the global pandemic, and LTU has changed, too. In this episode, Kristina Auner goes through her experiences at LTU from the fall of 2020 to the spring of 2025. She shares what life was like for her in 2020, the updated University programs, and how the school continues to grow and support students.
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Former LTU softball player and Junior Media Communication Student, Chloe Hug catches up with the new head softball coach at Lawrence Technological University, Mike Mease. Although they never got to play on the same side of the field together, they shared some laughs, memories, and future plans for the program at LTU. Coach Mike has big plans for his roster in upcoming years in hopes that grit and fight to win will pave the way for ...
Recently enrolled LTU student Alli Sparks sits down with her brother, Nico Sparks, to discuss switching schools, her day job as a party princess, her athletic career, and her goals as a student in the media communication field.
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Meet Madisen and welcome back previous guest, Kristina as they discuss the Environmental Alliance, a club at LTU. As secretary and president, respectively, Madisen and Kristina converse about club goals, past and future events, their reason for joining, and what they want the club to go in the future.
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In the season 2 premiere of LTU Perspectives, we sit down with two standout players from Lawrence Technological University's Men's Varsity Soccer Team: Cavan Burpee, a homegrown talent from the United States, and Nick Keuler, an international student-athlete hailing from Germany.
Join us as Cavan and Nick share their unique soccer journeys that brought them to LTU, from their early days on the pitch to the challenges and triumphs o...
In our final episode of the season, recent graduate Haya Sobh interviews LTU President Tarek Sobh, who just so happens to be her father as well! We’ll hear Dr. Sobh’s story and how he arrived at LTU.
Haya then discusses the mostly ups and downs of being the “president’s daughter". She’ll also talk about two life-altering events that happened while attending LTU. One, joyful…and the other, incredibly terrifying.
Meet Haya Sobh and Manar Alshaiji, two LTU graduates who share their experience switching majors and career paths while completing their degrees. The idea of changing majors/career paths is a nerve-wracking decision, and most students hold back from doing so. However, pushing out of your comfort zone to do what you are passionate about will only help to secure your future.
Dive into the heart of LTU’s nursing program, as we explore the challenges, triumphs, and daily realities of the student perspective. Join us as we chat with students, Marisa Zilli and Ken Winter, delving into the ins and outs of the nursing program and the ever-evolving landscape of healthcare.
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Joining us in her last days at LTU before going back to Kazakhstan, international student Damira Naimanbayeva chats with host Nico Sparks to talk about her life aspirations, culture shocks, and her favorite parts about coming to the USA.
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There were a couple stops before Brendan Shinavier made his way to Lawrence Tech. Brendan joins host Nico Sparks to talk about Lacrosse, Media Communication, injury recovery, and life outside of LTU. With his busy schedule, Brendan sheds some light on how he manages it all as well as his post-college aspirations.
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Josh Reid, President of LTU’s Rock Climbing Club comes on to talk to Host Nico Sparks, a Media Communication student. Josh and Nico talk about Josh’s busy life, extracurricular activities, and involvement with Greek life. With all this Josh is going to school to be a quantum physicist, dual majoring Physics and Math here at LTU.
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Meet Kristina Auner, a Media Communication student at LTU. Kristina and Kiara talked about work, school, the struggles, and everything in between. Kristina also shares her experience about one of the many opportunities offered here at LTU. In her busy work and school schedule there is one thing she will always make time for, and that is her precious horse, Stevie!
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LTU students Kiara Brown and Ethan Ashoo discuss their Interest in podcasts and how they decided to become podcast hosts. They'll also delve into campus clubs and groups they've joined.
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Welcome to Episode 1 of LTU Perspectives! In this episode, LTU students Kiara Brown and Ethan Ashoo discuss to pros and cons of living off campus. The hosts will also delve into the FOC Experience. Of course we're talking about Food on Campus. Bring your appetite...or don't.
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