Norwich University Podcast Channel

Is danger always lurking around the corner? How well do we know really know the people around us? Could anyone be a murder? Society has a fascination with violent crime and the proliferation of true crime television and podcasts allows individuals to become part of the investigatory process. As intriguing as it is to examine and understand criminal activities, most of us are amateurs. In this episode, I engage with a real expert from Norwich who has made murder her life's work.  Host: Assistant Professor of Political Science Michael Thunberg Guest: Associate Professor of Criminology Elizabeth Gurian

College is a time to expand horizons, learn new things, and challenge world views. This can be difficult for students that find what’s comfortable, take multiple classes with the same faculty, and focus on courses in their major. In this episode we shift away from research and focus on the classroom to see what Norwich is doing to get student’s out of their comfort zone. Music for this episode is by Kevin MaceLod, https://incompetech.com/music/   Hosts: Assistant Professor of History Mark Boonshoft Assistant Professor of Political Science Michael Thunberg   Guests: Associate Professor of English Amy Woodbury Tease Professor of Geology Richard Dunn Professor of English Patricia J. Ferreira

FROM GLOBAL TO personal issues, we face things that threaten our well-being every day. When we see a dangerous situation, we take precautions to avoid it. But what about the things we can’t see? Allison Neal, assistant professor of biology and winner of the Vermont Women in Higher Education’s Emerging Professional Award, sits down with us to talk about the threats we can’t see and what Norwich University is doing about it. Music by Kevin MaceLod. GuestAssistant Professor of Biology Allison NealHostsAssistant Professor of History Mark BoonshoftAssistant Professor of Political Science Michael Thunberg Episode 2

“Lessons in Leadership:” a cornerstone of a Norwich education. As one of the first U.S. Navy Female F-14 Tomcat Fighter Pilots, Carey Lohrenz also knows something about lessons in leadership. In June, she spoke on the subject as part of the Norwich University Todd Lecture Series. During her visit to the campus this summer, Lohrenz joined Crystal Drown in the WNUB studios. Tune in this weekend for a recap of their spirited discussion. Host: Jacque Day. Producer: Crystal Drown ’19. Guests: Fighter pilot and author, Carey Lohrenz. Caption: Navy fighter pilot Carey Lohrenz delivered the talk, “Lessons in Leadership,” on Wednesday, June 19, 2019 as part of the Norwich University Todd Lecture Series. (Photo by Mark Collier) Episode 19 Like what you’re hearing? Subscribe to the Norwich University Podcast Channel on iTunes.

AFTER 200 YEARS of distinguished service, Norwich University is entering its third century of tradition, commitment to excellence, and innovation. In the inaugural episode of Norwich Works, two new faculty members sit down with Dana Professor Emeritus of History, Gary Lord, the country’s leading scholar on Alden Partridge and Norwich University. Join them to explore Norwich’s unique and significant contributions to American life.  Music by Kevin MaceLod. Hosts: Mark Boonshoft, assistant professor of history, and Michael Thunberg, assistant professor of political science. Guest: Dana Professor Emeritus of History Gary Lord (pictured). Episode 1

Tradition: at Norwich University, we place great stock in it. And part of the Norwich tradition is to embrace evolving ideas about the definitions of terms like, well, “tradition.” For instance, what does it mean to be a “nontraditional” student at NU? These are students who typically live off campus, attend college part time or full time while holding down a job, raising a family, or any combination thereof. In the 2018-19 academic year, 30 percent of enrolled Norwich undergraduates were either commuters living off campus or students in the online degree-completion programs. If one out of three Norwich undergraduates falls outside the definition of “traditional student,” could it be that we’re entering an era where such labels—traditional and nontraditional—fall away, and our students are called, simply, students? Tune in to this episode of Norwich Odyssey for a glimpse into the university experience through the lens of a not-so-traditional path to a traditional Norwich education. Host: Jacque Day. Producer: Crystal Drown ’19. Guests: Judy Wright ’19 and Amy Holt ’19. Caption: Odyssey producer Crystal Drown ’19 (pictured, far right) with classmates Judy Wright ’19 (far left) and Amy Holt ’19 (center) at 100s Day 2019, Norwich University. In April, the trio convened in the WNUB studios to reflect on their paths as nontraditional students.  Episode 18 Like what you’re hearing? Subscribe to the Norwich University Podcast Channel on iTunes.

For generations, Junior Ring has marked a rite of passage for the Norwich University Corps of Cadets. From the reveal of the design, to the spring ceremony where the cadets don the rings for the first time, it has become tradition. Plans for the first civilian ring began in the fall of 1989. The design featured the Norwich seal on one side and the student’s major on the other. In 1995, a special civilian crest was developed and the design standardized. Now, a Civilian Junior Ring committee convenes each year to conceive and develop their ring design. In this episode of Norwich Odyssey, two committee members, Crystal Drown ’19 and Ben Zacher ’20 recall, for posterity, a special moment in this year’s Civilian Junior Ring ceremony, which took place April 19. Host: Jacque Day Caption: Ben Zacher ’20 (right) with Norwich University President Richard W. Schneider at the Civilian Junior Ring ceremony, April 19. 2019.  Episode 17

With LEAP Week, Norwich University is placing the discussion about relationship violence front and center with a wide range of programming to raise awareness, educate our campus community, and empower change. In this episode of Norwich Odyssey, correspondent Nick Fischer previews the upcoming week-long event by delving into the questions, What is One Love, and What is LEAP? With his guests, Nick also explores the importance of understanding the differences between healthy and unhealthy relationships. Guests: Women’s head lacrosse coach Heather Faasse, Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) office director and head tennis coach Matt Roche, and Ariana Lacombe ’19, a student-athlete and LEAP leader. Episode 16

A glimpse of what's to come with our upcoming episode, previewing Norwich University One Love Week. 

On February 6, 2019, Norwich University hosted Ambassador L. Paul Bremer III as its latest speaker in the Todd Lecture Series. Ambassador Bremer spoke on the subject, “America is Still the Indispensable Nation,” offering a vigorous defense of America’s responsibilities as a global leader. While on campus, he caught up with Crystal Drown ’19 in the WNUB studios. To hear their discussion, tune in to WNUB 88.3 FM at 5 p.m. this Saturday, February 16, with an encore at noon Sunday. You may also stream the program live. Can’t make those times? No problem. Tune in to the podcast. (Coming soon: The NU podcast channel on iTunes and Stitcher.) Caption: Ambassador Bremer enjoys a light moment with interviewer Crystal Drown ’19, as they talk hitting the ski slopes. (Photo by Mark Collier.) Episode 15

Never underestimate the power of STEAM. In late October, Norwich held a STEAM symposium—Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. With powers combined, practitioners explore the intersections of these disciplines for creative approaches to problem-solving. At the symposium, Norwich hosted three such experts, including Sam Kass, former White House policy advisor for nutrition under President Barack Obama, Stephanie Taylor, an MD and architect who spoke on “The Building Will See You Now: the Healing Power of Indoor Environments,” and William Thoet, former chairman of the National ALS Association and supporter of the Ice Bucket Challenge.  All three guests joined our Odyssey team in the WNUB studios for lively discussions on important subjects that affect us all, from nutrition to public health, with a special emphasis on the importance of interdisciplinarity.  In conjunction with the STEAM Symposium, Sam Kass also delivered a talk, “Eat A Little Better: Great Flavor, Good Health, Better World,” as part of the Todd Lecture Series. You can view the lecture here.  Norwich Odyssey is a joint production of the Norwich University Office of Communications and WNUB FM Radio.  Caption: First Lady Michelle Obama and White House Chef Sam Kass (center, pictured) show students from the Bancroft Elementary how to plant a garden, April 9, 2009. Photo by Samantha Appleton, originally published on whitehouse.gov. Episode 14

On October 22, 2018, noted political scientist Stephen Wasby PhD gave a talk at Norwich University titled “Trump and the Law.” In a standing-room-only lecture hall, Wasby led a spirited discussion on President Donald J. Trump’s approach to the law and the judiciary. The next day in the WNUB studios, Wasby sat down with three Norwich students to continue the discussion: Thomas Lessard ’19, Johnathan Tomaso ’20, and Sarah Ingraham ’20. The NU Office of Communications brings you their discussion in this special episode of “Norwich Odyssey.” Norwich Odyssey is a joint production of the Norwich University Office of Communications and WNUB FM Radio.  (Photo by Daphne Larkin.) Episode 13

With the 200th birthday of Norwich University just under a year away, a new book, Citizens & Soldiers: The First 200 Years of Norwich University by New York Times best-selling author Alex Kershaw, brings the story of the nation’s oldest private military college to life. Kershaw visited the Norwich campus this year during Homecoming to celebrate the book’s release, and he caught up with senior Leah Cifuentes in the WNUB studios. Tune into this special, stand-alone episode of Norwich Odyssey for a glimpse into their conversation about what it means to know your history. Norwich Odyssey is a joint production of the Norwich University Office of Communications and WNUB FM Radio.  (Photo by Michael Carroll.) Episode 12

What is the value of emotional intelligence, in athletics and in life? Did you miss the Frozen Four tournament game—you know, the one where Norwich women’s hockey brought home the national championship? If so, or even if you witnessed the glorious moment firsthand, how about a recap? And, what does it really mean to hike the Appalachian Trail, all 2,200 miles of it? We go deep into these questions in the summer edition of Norwich Odyssey, featuring segments by Nick Fischer, Tanner Acebo, and Jacque Day. Episode 11

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It was standing room only in Cabot 085 on Friday evening during Homecoming Weekend as Norwich University hosted the East Coast premiere of Gentlemen’s Fury, a new movie starring Jake Head ’97. The film’s release coincided with Head’s reunion year, and his classmates made a generous showing—as did dozens of rooks, many of whom stayed afterward to collect his autograph on souvenir movie posters and talk with Head about the life of a professional actor. The previous afternoon, Head and classmate Bobby Carroll reprised their roles as Norwich deejays in the WNUB studios in a marathon talk-radio session to promote the screening of Gentlemen’s Fury. Several members of the Class of 1997, upon realizing who was on the air, made a beeline to the station. The first to arrive was Father Matthew Westcott ’97 (not pictured) who told the story on air about how Head gave him the Muppet nickname Dr. Bunsen Honeydew, with a little help from then-c/SSG Kirk Lagerquist ’95.

Norwich University Radio's Jacque Day interviews Norwich English professor & paranormal investigator, Glennie F. Sewell, on Norwich Odyssey, original aired for the first time on May 9, 2017, 7pm, on 88.3 WNUB, in Northfield, Vermont. Episode 8

Odyssey is back with an expanded stable of producers and a fresh format.  Episode 9

Norwich University hosted New York Times bestselling author, cyber-security expert, and futurist Peter Warren Singer for a Todd Lecture Series keynote on June 21, 2017. While on campus for the 2017 College of Graduate & Continuing Studies Residency Conference, Singer was interviewed by Alycia Farrell M'17, a student in the Master of Arts in International Relations program. After a 15-year career in public service with the Senate Appropriations Committee, Subcommittee on Defense, Farrell now works as a consultant and senior advisor on strategic systems, space policy, and missile defense issues. Farrell’s academic concentration is on cyber diplomacy, technical studies.  

Norwich University hosted New York Times bestselling author, cyber-security expert, and futurist Peter Warren Singer for a Todd Lecture Series keynote on June 21, 2017. While on campus for the 2017 College of Graduate & Continuing Studies Residency Conference, Singer was interviewed by Lt Col Corby Myles M'17, Norwich University Leadership & Change Institute Fellow and Master of Science in Leadership student. Myles is the commander of the 229th Information Operations Squadron, responsible for formulating, developing and delivering cyberspace operations and information operations training and education courses for the Air Force Total Force. 

Join Jacque Day on the air at WNUB 88.3 during finals week for a special episode of Norwich Odyssey featuring English instructor, Glennie Sewell. He discusses his work as a paranormal investigator and what it means to be “sensitive” to the spirit world. 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 91 p.m. Wednesday, May 108 p.m. Thursday, May 11 Episode 8

Brig Gen Lambert advises Zachary Gibson, CSIA Major, Class of 2018, that learning leadership is the bread and butter at Norwich, but the camaraderie and friendships you will develop are the highlight of being a student here. “I’ve run into my fellow students and Norwich graduates everywhere throughout my career.” Lambert fondly remembers Norwich’s highly rated Russian language program that set a high bar for leadership during the Cold War.   Sound recording engineer and editor: Sonja Jordan, Communications Major, Class of 2019

Mr. David Merker ’81 is Director of Nuclear Treaty Monitoring, Air Force Technical Applications Center (AFTAC), Patrick Air Force Base, FL and a member of the Senior Executive Service. Recently, Mr. Merker visited Norwich University and reflects to Shane Haughey, a political science major, Class of 2018, that Norwich is an invaluable leadership laboratory. It’s citizen-soldier concept taught him the value of being superbly educated and being part of something bigger than oneself. Sound recording engineer and editor: Mickey Walbridge, Computer Science Major, Class of 2017.

RDML Daniel J. MacDonnell, USN ‘85, Commander Naval Information Force Reserve, Reserve Deputy Commander, Naval Information Forces RDML MacDonnell tells Liam Wilber, Criminal Justice Major, Class of 2017, that it is easy to lead highly motivated people, but the challenge is always to bring people at all levels to feel and act as leaders.  “I always try to engage them at their level, and focus on what they bring to the team, which is where the Norwich experience was invaluable for my career.” Sound engineer and editor: Sonja Jordan, Communications Major, Class of 2019 

BG Farnsworth tells Shane Haughey, Political Science Major, Class for 2018, that Army values and Norwich values are completely aligned. That sets everybody on the course to, and is a great breeding ground for, military leadership. “I wasn’t an exceptional student,” BG Farnsworth shares with Haughey, “so I had to work harder and make tough choices about how may activities I could manage at Norwich. But that taught me to persevere, and hone my tenacity and my drive to get to my objectives in the face of adversity.”   Sound recording engineer and editor: Sonja Jordan, Communications Major, Class of 2019

Lt Gen Dubie speaks with Duncan Miller, Political Science & Spanish Major, Class of 2017, about leadership, based on his 30+ years of service in the United States Air Force. “Norwich graduates today cannot even imagine where their careers will take them and the kind of people they will command,” he tells Millar. “Leadership is an analog sport; by that I mean it is a one-on-one with people…especially in today’s social media world, that is important to keep in mind,” says Lt Gen Dubie. Sound recording engineer and editor: Sonja Jordan, Communications Major, Class of 2019.

What would a criminal justice system look like on Mars? Is there a way to create an architectural design that can resist geologic hazards? What stories can tattoos tell us? If you find such questions compelling, listen to the newest podcast of WNUB’s “Norwich Odyssey”, which brings you a symposium preview. You’ll hear from Norwich director of Undergraduate Research, Professor Amy Woodbury Tease, and Security and Information Assurance major Alexis Julian, who discusses her role as a symposium ambassador. The Students to Scholars episode of “Norwich Odyssey” is hosted by Jacque Day. Episode 7  

Norwich Odyssey, a 30-minute program featuring Jacque Day who interviews with environmental author Jonathan Mingle about his latest book, Fire and Ice: Soot, Solidarity, and Survival on the Roof of the World, a nonfiction narrative about black carbon pollution, its health and climate impacts around the world, and solutions for cleaning it up. Episode 6

Norwich University’s new assistant vice president for international education, Thy Yang, gave the keynote address during convocation ceremonies on August 30. Addressing students and faculty, Yang said her aim is “to have at least one, if not ten conversations with you about why you should have an international experience.” She also challenged Norwich students, particularly the Class of 2020, to meet as many people as possible. “The more different from you they are, the better.” Listen to the podcast produced by WNUB Norwich Radio.

The Norwich University Peace and WarCenter continues its "America's Tomorrow" podcast series on leadership. Peace and War Center Applied Research Fellow Prof. Sarwar Kashmeri interviews Nancy Lindborg, President of the United States Institute of Peace.  Norwich University hosted Ms. Lindborg, renownedhumanitarian and peacebuilder, on June 23, 2016. Ms. Lindborg presented a Todd Lecture Series talk on“Building Peace in a Fragile World.”

A conversation with Lieutenant General H. R. McMaster, Director, U.S. Army Capabilities Integration Center & Deputy Commanding General, Futures, U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command comprises the fourth podcast in the “America’s Tomorrow,” leadership series. LTG McMaster is the very epitome of a leader. He is a highly acclaimed tactical and strategic Army officer, scholar, historian, and communicator. In his Peace and War Center interview he describes the skills that will be necessary for military leadership in the future, when battles will be fought against enemies that want to wantonly destroy with acts of barbarity and terrorism and how to combat these enemies without sinking to their level is part of the future of the U.S. Army, a future that General McMaster is charged with defining in his present position. He points to the high level of cross-cultural skills that will be required, and especially, empathy for others. Listen to the Peace and War Center’s interview with General McMaster.

Listen to an interview with U.S. Army Gen. (Ret.) Gordon R. Sullivan ’59, former Army Chief of Staff, chair of the Norwich University Board of Trustees, and president and CEO of the Association of the U.S. Army, as Sarwar A. Kashmeri asked “Are leaders born or can people learn to be leaders?” Sullivan strongly believes that leaders can be developed through skill training such as public speaking, active listening, and learning to collaborate with others, combined with education. Students should seek opportunities to lead by taking positions of responsibility, and enable learning so that others can develop their own skills. Norwich offers many opportunities for student leadership through athletics, academics, and student life. Sullivan says that Norwich nurtured him as an undergrad while allowing him to figure out who he was and what he wanted to do in life.

Does the narrative voice of a poem—the speaker—represent the voice of the poet herself? VermontBook Award-winner Kerrin McCadden discusses this and other aspects of poetic craft with Jacque Day on the latest episode of WNUB’s Norwich Odyssey. As a bonus, Norwich staff member and student Crystal Drown shares her thoughts on McCadden’s work, and reads one of her own poems. Tune in to the podcast. Episode 5

Vermont’s Tomorrow is a series of town hall style open forums with Vermont gubernatorial candidates. The hour-long forums are produced and moderated by Norwich students in the College of Liberal Arts. This forum is with Republican candidate Lt. Gov. Phil Scott on April 1, 2016.

Vermont’s Tomorrow is a series of town hall style open forums with Vermont gubernatorial candidates. The hour-long forums are produced and moderated by Norwich students in the College of Liberal Arts. This forum is with Democratic candidate Matt Dunne on March 24, 2016.

Vermont’s Tomorrow is a series of town hall style open forums with Vermont gubernatorial candidates. The hour-long forums are produced and moderated by Norwich students in the College of Liberal Arts. This forum is with Democratic candidate Sue Minter on March 3, 2016.

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Sarwar Kashmeri, Adjunct Professor of Political Science and Applied Research Fellow, Peace + War Center, Norwich University interviews author Nisid Hajari about his book "Midnight's Furies: The Deadly Legacy of India's Partition." Hajari won the 2016 Colby Award, and will appear at Norwich University in Northfield, Vermont on April 6-7, 2016.