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Extended Family Podcast

Extended Family Podcast

Get ready to dive into the heart of the Xavier University experience! Our new parent and family podcast is your backstage pass to insider stories, invaluable tips and exclusive conversations with Xavier faculty, staff and families. Join us on this journey to explore our vibrant Xavier community!

Contact families@xavier.edu with questions.

Episodes

The Xavier Leadership Center

Xavier University doesn't just offer courses for your student, our Xavier Leadership Center (XLC) has a wide variety of courses and programs to help you elevate your career. Listen in as Susan and Michelle share more about the Xavier Leadership Center.

Disclaimer: This episode was recorded on 3/5/25. Names and position titles may have changed since, but information regarding how each area of campus supports students remains the same. 

Exploring the Core Curriculum

Listen in as Dr. Tim Brownlee and Dr. Annie Ray take a deep dive into the undergraduate Core Curriculum. Our Core Curriculum fosters growth in every area of life -- intellectually, morally and spiritually.

Disclaimer: This episode was recorded on 11/18/24. Names and position titles may have changed since, but information regarding how each area of campus supports students remains the same. 

Full episode list

Meet the Team

Abbie Hopperton smiling

Abbie Hopperton serves as the Director of Parent and Family Engagement, connecting students and families to all the resources Xavier has to offer. In addition to earning her M.A. in School Counseling at Xavier, Abbie has been an employee of the University for more than seven years. Her previous roles include working in Admissions and Student Success. Contact her at families@xavier.edu.

Produced and Edited by: Lucas Southworth

Content Edited by: Maggie Fulmer

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