The LAPUx Podcast

Today's episode of The LAPUx Podcast features Dr. John Reynolds interviewing Dr. Mark Stanton. Tune in to hear Mark's expert advice in the area of EQ and Empathy.   If you are interested in learning more, please visit x.lapu.edu to see the leadership courses we offer. You can also visit xnews.lapu.edu to read more about this series.

Today's episode of The LAPUx Podcast features Alexandria Mills interviewing Dr. John Reynolds. Tune in to hear John's expert advice in the area of Strategic Thinking.   The book mentioned in today's episode is "The Attackers Advantage" by Ram Charan.   If you are interested in learning more, please visit x.lapu.edu to see the leadership courses we offer. You can also visit xnews.lapu.edu to read more about this series.

Today's episode of The LAPUx Podcast features Dr. John Reynolds interviewing Dr. Kurt Takamine, with whom he co-authored the book entitled Authentic Leadership: After God's Own Heart. Tune in to hear Kurt's expert advice in the area of Authentic Leadership.   If you are interested in learning more, please visit x.lapu.edu to see the leadership courses we offer. You can also visit xnews.lapu.edu to read more about this series.

Today's episode of The LAPUx Podcast features Dr. John Reynolds interviewing Lenny Moon, CEO of Flycoin, a first-of-its-kind crypto-based rewards program that pays guests every time they fly. Tune in to hear Lenny's expert advice in the area of networking and collaboration.   If you are interested in learning more, please visit x.lapu.edu to see the leadership courses we offer. You can also visit xnews.lapu.edu to read more about this series.

Today's episode of The LAPUx Podcast features Dr. John Reynolds interviewing Dan Fachner, CEO & President of J&J Snack Foods Corp. Tune in to hear Dan's expert advice in the area of imperfect decision making.   If you are interested in learning more, please visit x.lapu.edu to see the leadership courses we offer. You can also visit xnews.lapu.edu to read more about this series.

In today's episode on The LAPUx Podcast, Dr. John Reynolds interviews Jenna Talbot on the subject of thoughtful communication. Tune in to hear their conversation about this important skill and practical tips for how to grow in this area. If you are interested in learning more, please visit x.lapu.edu to see the leadership courses we offer. You can also visit xnews.lapu.edu to read more about this series.

In today's episode on The LAPUx Podcast, Dr. John Reynolds interviews Robert Tiede on the subject of being agile as a leader. Tune in to hear their conversation about agility and how this important quality is necessary for people who want to lead in the business world of the future. If you are interested in learning more, please visit x.lapu.edu to see the leadership courses we offer. You can also visit xnews.lapu.edu to read more about this series.

In this episode, Dr. John Reynolds interviews Tami Heim on the subject of being a courageous leader. Tune in to hear what advice she has for leaders today and hear her real-world examples of how this important leadership quality has come into play over the course of her career.   If you are interested in learning more, please visit x.lapu.edu to see the leadership courses we offer. You can also visit xnews.lapu.edu to read more about this series.

In this episode, Dr. John Reynolds interviews Dr. David Wright on the subject of being understood as a leader. Tune in to hear what advice he has for leaders today and hear his real-world examples of how this important leadership quality has come into play over the course of his career. If you are interested in learning more, please visit x.lapu.edu to see the leadership courses we offer. You can also visit xnews.lapu.edu to read more about this series.

In this episode, Dr. John Reynolds interviews Dr. David Gyertson on the subject of being a visionary leader. Tune in to hear what attributes he looks for in a leader and how he would coach a new leader towards becoming visionary. Visit x.lapu.edu to see the leadership courses we offer. You can also visit xnews.lapu.edu to read more about this series.

This episode is the first of our 2022 season, and also the beginning of a new series on resilient leadership in a VUCA world. In this episode, Callista Dawson interviews LAPU President, Dr. John Reynolds. Tune in to hear their discussion about resilient leadership, what is a VUCA world, and why this is an important topic for 2022. Visit x.lapu.edu to see our catalog of self-paced, asynchronous professional development courses. We also offer many free resources at xnews.lapu.edu.

In this episode, Rhonelee Soria sits down with Efren Renon, Grace Lim, and Kenna Miller to reflect and share their passion projects and goals from 2021. Join us in 2022 as we resolve to continue developing professionally in the year to come. We at LAPUx are here to help you become a better version of yourself. Check out x.lapu.edu to start planning your professional development resolutions for 2022. This is what learning feels like!

In this episode, Callista Dawson is joined by Reg Codrington, LAPU Chaplain. Listen in as they discuss the hope of Christmas as found in the names prophesied about Jesus Christ by the prophet Isaiah.  This is what learning feels like!

As Christmas draws near, we are reflecting on the meaning of hope and the role hope plays in the life of a student. In this episode, Senior Instructional Media Designer Callista Dawson interviews the LAPU Faith, Life & Learning Committee including Assistant Dean Craig Brewer, Associate Professor Dr. Brant Himes, Senior Instructional Designer Alexandria Mills, and Senior Student Success Coaches Andrew Lindstrom and Carrie Akemann. Listen in as they share their thoughts and personal stories of hope. Topics discussed in this episode:  Sharing our Career story and how professional development gave us hope Hope is spiritually connected to learning Our LAPU mission statement: "Christ-centered learning community that creates new hope for the future" What do we do when we hit a wall professionally? Resources mentioned in this episode:  Check out our course catalog at x.lapu.edu to see if you can find new hope through learning in the new year! Calls-to-action:  Subscribe to LAPUx Lessons to get notifications on the newest podcast episodes Follow us on all our social media outlets to get updated on more resources, webinars, etc. This is what learning feels like!

In this episode, Alexandria Mills sits down with Hilda Hovsepian and Lindsey Gonzales to discuss their experiences as women in leadership. Hear about their personal journeys to becoming leaders, and the strategies they recommend to cultivate leadership within organizations. Visit x.lapu.edu to check out our courses on leadership and Employee Relations and Engagement.    This is what learning feels like!

What are the LAPUx hosts thankful for? As we near the holiday season, Senior Instructional Designer Alex Mills reflects on thankfulness with some of your favorite past hosts of LAPUx Lessons. In this episode, George Hanshaw, the Director of eLearning Operations at Los Angeles Pacific University, Meghan Burns Professional Development Program Facilitator at Los Angeles Pacific University Extension, Callista Dawson Senior Instructional Media Designer at Los Angeles, and Kenna Miller, Instructional Designer at Los Angeles Pacific University talk about what they are thankful for during this season. Listen to what courses the hosts recommend and why they are thankful for the courses and their opportunities to develop them. Join in on the gratitude and thankfulness.  Topics discussed in this episode:  What are the hosts thankful for specifically about LAPUx and the LAPUx Lesson podcasts?  What are the experiences we are providing through LAPUx?  What opportunities has LAPUx created for learning? What courses are the LAPUx hosts thankful for and recommend you check out? You can also visit x.lapu.edu to view our current course catalog filled with professional development opportunities. The courses mentioned in this episode include:  Building Grit Mastering the Basics: SEO Optimization Conflict Resolution Leading Virtual Teams Entrepreneurial Mindset This is what learning feels like!

Just in time for the stressful Holiday season! In this episode, Dr. George Hanshaw interviews Dr. Shannon Hunt on the topic of Self Care as it applies to learners. Tune in to learn what self-care actually is and how we can approach self-care from a biblical perspective. Join Shannon as she guides us through a simple way to assess how we are doing in each area, and learn strategies for how to approach your own self-care holistically. You can also visit x.lapu.edu to view our current course catalog filled with professional development opportunities.   This is what learning feels like!  

In this episode, Rhonelee Soria interviews Trelisa Glazatov and Kenna Miller on the subject of Adult Learning. Listen in as they discuss the framework that we use here at LAPU and how adult learners are different from k-12 learners.  Visit x.lapu.edu to see the variety of courses that we offer for adult professionals. You can also follow us on our social channels to see more content and stay connected with us.   This is what learning feels like!  

In this episode, George Hanshaw interviews Robert Carter on the subject of leadership lessons learned from serving in the U.S. Military. Listen in as they discuss the importance of empathy, humility, and patience! Visit x.lapu.edu to learn more about our leadership-focused certificate courses. You can also follow us on our social channels to see more content and stay connected with us.   This is what learning feels like!  

In this episode, Meghan Burns interviews Rhonelee Soria and Efren Renon to go behind the scenes of creating the Entrepreneurial Mindset Course. Hear about their struggles and successes as Instructional Media Designers building a course that is human-centered and innovative.  Visit x.lapu.edu to enroll in the Entrepreneurial Mindset badge course!   This is what learning feels like!  

In this episode, Meghan Burns interviews Dr. Lisa Phillips on the subject of Managing with EQ, and the importance of emotional intelligence when leading, no matter your role in an organization. Visit x.lapu.edu to learn more about our Managing with EQ certificate course. You can also follow us on our social channels to read more about the four stages of emotional intelligence.   This is what learning feels like!  

Episode summary:  In this episode, we get to know Dr. John Reynolds, President of Los Angeles Pacific University and LAPUx Champion. Hear a bit about his background and his current favorite LAPUx course.  Calls-to-action:  Check out our Evidence-Based Decision-Making course! Subscribe to LAPUx to get notifications on the newest podcasts  Follow the podcast on all our social media outlets to get updated on more resources, webinars, etc.   This is what learning feels like!

Episode summary introduction: What is holistic learning? How can you educate the whole student beyond core academics? Can you integrate faith, life, and learning into the curriculum? In this episode, Senior Instructional Designer Alex Mills discusses the holistic approach to learning by integrating faith with Assistant Dean Craig Brewer, Associate Professor Dr. Brant Himes, and Senior Student Success coaches Andrew Lindstrom and Carrie Akemann. Topics discussed in this episode:  Why do you want to integrate a holistic approach to learning in your courses and university?  What are the benefits for students in their learning experience with the integration of faith? How to implement a holistic approach within students' learning journeys? Resources mentioned in this episode:  Check out www.lapu.edu Faith, Life, and Learning resource pages Calls-to-action:  Subscribe to LAPUx to get notifications on the newest podcasts  Follow the podcast on all our social media outlets to get updated on more resources, webinars, etc.   This is what learning feels like!  

In this episode, eLearning Director, George Hanshaw, has a conversation with Dr. Kimberly Smarr on the topic of empowering students in the online classroom. Dr. Smarr talks about her experience and specific strategies and techniques she uses to empower students. Dr. Smarr also shares what empowerment looks and feels like from both the student and professor perspectives.   Visit x.lapu.edu to see our ever-growing catalog of professional development courses.   This is what learning feels like!

In this episode, eLearning Director, George Hanshaw, interviews the technology team, Mike Wilday, Ryan Ruefener, Racha Chakbazof, and Grace Lim. Listen in as they discuss human-centered design, how to choose the right tech for your projects, and general lessons learned over the past 10 years.   Visit x.lapu.edu to see our growing catalog of professional development courses.   This is what learning feels like!

In this episode, Instructional Designer Kenna Miller and HR Generalist Alison Doocy chat about designing professional development courses, specifically our courses geared towards HR professionals, and why they are better than other options on the market. What strategies did they use to create these courses? What activities did they include to promote hands-on learning? Why is this beneficial to students and how can they learn from it? Tune in to hear more! Visit x.lapu.edu to see how they are contributing to the professional development space.   This is what learning feels like!

In this episode, eLearning Director George Hanshaw and Senior Instructional Media Designer Callista Dawson chat about using the Know/Feel/Do Framework. What is the framework? Why should you use it? and How do we apply it to our work? Listen to hear this engaging discussion.   Visit x.lapu.edu to see how they are contributing to the professional development space.   This is what learning feels like!

In this episode, eLearning Director George Hanshaw and Senior Instructional Designer Tre Glazatov chat about mobile learning. Why is LAPU so focused on being a mobile university? How did this mission start? Why is it such a big deal? Listen to hear this engaging discussion.   Visit x.lapu.edu to see how they are contributing to the professional development space.   This is what learning feels like!   Transcript

Have you ever thought about what makes an online learning experience among the best?  Get in the know!  In this episode, Senior Instructional Designers Trelisa Glazatov and Alex Mills come together to discuss five tips for designing world-class online courses! As an online university,  the eLearning team has worked to develop innovative frameworks. The outcome from the innovations is the dynamic, creative designs of world-class online courses that engage students in the classroom and positively impact the holistic academic student journey. We will share our tips and share some of the intentions around them.  Topics discussed in this episode:  TIP 1:  TAKE TIME TO DREAM: Allow space/time for Visioning. Use Concept Mapping for skills and course concepts. In the course vision process, be intentional with the alignment of objectives/outcomes and skills by using Backwards Design.  TIP 2:  STUDENT FIRST, CONTENT SECOND: Use the Know/Feel/Do Framework to create human-centered/student-centered engaging content.  TIP 3:  BE INCLUSIVE: Use Inclusive Design when creating content, assignments, and resources for the course. TIP 4: PUSH TOWARDS EXCELLENCE: Generate innovation by being creative and engaging the student.  TIP 5: GET PERSONAL: Model authenticity, humanism, and faith in your course design process Get Connected! Subscribe to LAPUx to get notifications on the newest podcasts  Follow the podcast on all our social media outlets to get updated on more resources, webinars, etc. Check back to the podcast page to Save the date for an upcoming Webinar on the Tips for Designing World-Class Online Courses Please visit x.lapu.edu to see for yourself the world-class work we do! This is what learning feels like!   Transcript

In this episode, we meet the eLearning Technology team at LAPU; Michael Wilday, Ryan Rufener, Maya Landrum, Racha Chakbazof, and Grace Lim. Listen to hear as they share their passion for learning technology and the future of online learning. Visit x.lapu.edu to see how they are contributing to the professional development space. This is what learning feels like!   Transcript

In this episode, we meet LAPU's team of Instructional Media Designers; Callista Dawson, Rhonelee Soria, and Efren Renon. Listen to hear about their backgrounds and their passion for bringing creativity to the online classroom. Visit x.lapu.edu to see their award-winning work. This is what learning feels like!   Transcript

In this episode, we meet the team of Instructional Designers at LAPU; Trelisa Glazatov, Alexandria Mills, Kenna Miller, and Victoria Bai. Listen to learn more about their journey to becoming IDs and their passion for learning. Visit x.lapu.edu to access their professional development work. This is what learning feels like!   Transcript

In this episode, we hear from Megan Burns and Kenna Miller as they discuss the new LAPUx learning platform. What is LAPUx and what does the future hold? What can you expect from our courses? Why did we create LAPUx and who is it for? Listen to find out more. Visit x.lapu.edu to view our course offerings.   This is what learning feels like!   Transcript

This is our trailer episode! Welcome to our podcast! Make sure to subscribe. Visit x.lapu.edu to view our ever-growing course catalog. This is what learning feels like!   Transcript