Catholics on Campus

Author: Knots Untied Catholic Mindset Coaching

Are you an ambitious Catholic who is anxious about attending college or starting your college journey? Catholic mindset coach and founder of Knots Untied Coaching, Dr. Virginia Koch will help you untangle the messy thoughts that keep you stuck in indecision, worry, self-sabotage, or fear of failure. With more than three decades of advising students at public and private colleges and universities, Dr. Koch shares encouraging, practical advice, and coaching to maximize your success in college while also growing in your Catholic faith. Twice a month, join our community of podcast listeners to learn how to examine your thoughts and feelings from a Catholic perspective to improve your personal well-being, relationships, and success strategies.
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Catholic Community Defeats Loneliness
Episode 65
Wednesday, 1 April, 2026

Loneliness is one of the greatest struggles facing college students today—but authentic Catholic community offers a powerful antidote.In this episode, Nathan Carr, Director of Campus Ministry at North Dakota State University, shares how meaningful relationships, intentional conversations, and faith-centered community can transform life on campus.Drawing from his years of campus ministry and his own journey through science, healthcare, and theology, Nathan shares practical wisdom about building authentic friendships and leading meaningful conversations.In this episode, you’ll hear:Why loneliness is so common among college students todayThe surprising power of asking good questions in building relationshipsHow intentional Catholic community changes lives on campusThe role of vulnerability, leadership, and faith in forming deep friendshipsPractical ways students can create connection instead of waiting for itNathan reminds us that real community doesn’t happen by accident—it grows when people take the courage to reach out, listen well, and walk together in faith.Contact Virginia Contact Virginia at Virginia@knots-untied.comOn LinkedIn - Virginia Albaneso Koch, Ph.D.Sign up for the Knots Untied Coaching eNewsletterTake my free Catholic Faith Journey AssessmentVisit my Website