Washburn Review

For Human Sake S4 E5: Preventing Relationship Violence with #BeMoreLikeClaire

Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2025 53:33

FHS Host Binx interviews Shannon VanLandingham from BeMoreLikeClaire, an organization founded in memory of Shannon's daughter, Claire. Claire tragically passed away due to relationship violence. BeMoreLikeClaire focuses on preventing relationship violence through education and awareness. They teach consent and bodily autonomy to all ages, from toddlers to adults, and help people recognize red flags in relationships. https://www.bemorelikeclaire.org/

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For Human Sake S4 E4: Older Adults with Pam Brown of Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 20:54

Join FHS Binx and Maggie as they interview Pam Brown, Community Services Navigator Supervisor at the Jayhawk Area Agency on Aging (JAAA). Brown shares insights into JAAA's mission to advocate for older adults and people with disabilities, helping them live independent and dignified lives in Shawnee, Jefferson, and Douglas Counties.

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For Human Sake S4 E3: Lifespan Development and Policy with Dr. Jessie Piper

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 44:17

Join FHS host Binx as they chat with Dr. Jesse Piper, a new Assistant Professor at Washburn University. Dr. Piper, formerly of KDHE, shares her expertise on grandparents raising grandchildren and the need for stronger kinship support policies. The conversation also explores the dynamics of multi-generational families and the power of Family Life Education in promoting positive health outcomes. Learn about Dr. Piper's innovative teaching, including projects focused on public scholarship and her vision for Family Impact Seminars at Washburn.

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For Human Sake S4 E2: Youth Power and Civic Engagement with Donovan Dillion

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 26:35

Join FHS hosts Binx and Maggie as they interview Donovan Dylan from Loud Light, a Kansas-based youth nonprofit. Dylan discusses Loud Light's mission to build Youth Power and civic engagement, focusing on voter registration, fellowships, and advocacy. Learn about their work on LGBTQ+ issues and community organizing, and how they empower young people to shape their communities. Dylan also highlights Loud Light's partnerships and volunteer opportunities, including Community Action Teams. https://www.loudlight.org/

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For Human Sake S4 E1: Introducing the New Host Binx Beelman

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2025 10:50

Join us as former FHS host Raymond Guerrero discusses community and care with Binx Beelman, an English major also pursuing an addictions counseling license. As an executive member of Unite for Reproductive Justice and Gender Equity (URGE), Beelman shares why she's drawn to working with the LGBTQ+ community, especially youth. She also previews her upcoming role as the new host of For Human Sake, teasing future collaborations with co-hosts Parker and Maggie.

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For Human Sake S3 E7: Oxford House Pt. 2: Real Recovery/Support with Lindsay Hughes and Marlin Guest

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 31:43

In part 2 of our Oxford house series, Lindsay Hughes and Marlon Guest share their personal journeys into recovery and how Oxford House, a self-run network of sober living homes, provided them with a safe and supportive community. They discuss the democratic structure of Oxford Houses, the importance of peer support, and how their involvement with the program has transformed their lives while they pursue their education in Human Services at Washburn.

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For Human Sake S3 E6: Oxford House Pt. 1: Community, Recovery, and Research with Professor Altus

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 29:52

This episode is part 1 of our Oxford House deep dive and features Professor Altus discussing her research on communal living and delves into the history of the Oxford House model for addiction recovery. Learn about the unique success factors of this model, including the integration of the spirit of recovery into daily life within the supportive community.

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For Human Sake S3 E5: Noni Boado: Indigenous Birth Work, Community Healing, and Addiction Counseling

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 31:44

This episode features Noni Boado, a Kickapoo and Ilocano graduate of Washburn's Family and Human Services program, discussing her work as a full-spectrum indigenous birth worker and co-founder of Two Sister Bears. Noni shares her journey through higher education as a first-generation immigrant and tribal member, highlighting her transition to addiction counseling and her dedication to serving her community through culturally grounded healing practices.

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For Human Sake S3 E4: Cultivating Hope: Opportunities at Mirror Inc.

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 45:00

This episode features Melissa Goodman and Kristen Shook from Mirror Inc. and the host of the Reentry Reframed Podcast discuss their roles in providing support and resources to individuals, particularly those in the reentry program and the Intersection of Care (ITC) mentorship initiative for incarcerated women. They highlight the environment of the reentry center, the impact of mentorship within the correctional facility, and the importance of empathy and continued support in helping individuals break cycles and build hopeful futures. Reentry Reframed Podcast: https://www.reentryreframed.org/

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For Human Sake S3 E3: The Master's in Addiction Counseling with Dr. Zenova Williams

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 26:41

This episode delves into Washburn's master's program with a specialization in addiction counseling, providing valuable information about the academic planning process and the accelerated fast-track option available to students.

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For Human Sake S3 E2: Facilitating Healing Through Trauma-Informed Yoga with Misha Reed

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 30:43

This episode features Misha Reed and her journey to discovering Family and Human Services as the ideal educational path, highlighting her work in facilitating healing and well-being through the practice of trauma-informed yoga.

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For Human Sake S3 E1: Meet the New Hosts: Gloria and Raymond

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 19:41

In this introductory episode, the new hosts, Gloria (Ntakadzeni Nematandani) and Raymond, both Family and Human Services majors, interview each other about their journeys to Washburn and their motivations for studying in the department. Gloria shares her experiences as an international student and her switch from nursing to human services, while Raymond, a recovering addict and veteran, discusses his path to education and his desire to help others facing similar challenges, offering advice for those considering returning to school later in life.

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For Human Sake S2 S3: Torrez Dawson on Foster Care, Flexible Online Learning/Impactful Internships

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 19:23

This episode features Torrez Dawson sharing his experiences working with families in the foster care system and discusses the flexibility he found in online education. He also highlights how internships were crucial in propelling him forward in his human services career.

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For Humans Sake S2 E2: Dr. Langin's Journey Through the Trauma & Recovery Certificate

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 16:00

This episode features Dr. Langin discussing her path to becoming a licensed therapist and highlights the value of the Trauma and Recovery certificate, along with other opportunities within the Family and Human Services field.

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For Human Sake S2 E1: Gerontology and Non-Profit Management in Human Services with Dr. Debora Altus

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 13:25

This episode will feature Dr. Debora Altus discussing the study of aging (gerontology) and the non-profit management certificate, explaining how these specializations can enhance a Family and Human Services degree.

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For Human Sake S1 E8: Corrections with Dani Essman

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 15:11

In this episode, Dani Essman, the Women's Activities and Learning Coordinator at the Topeka Correctional Facility, discusses the unique challenges faced by incarcerated mothers and the vital programs offered to help them maintain connections with their children, such as parenting classes, video visits, and the "Reading to Your Child" program. Essman, who found her passion for helping after a pivotal experience as a corrections officer, highlights the opportunities for Family and Human Services interns at the facility and shares the transformative impact of programs like the parenting retreats on the incarcerated women.

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For Human Sake S1 E7: Family Service & Guidance Center with Travis Freed

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 22:17

This episode of For Human Sake features Travis Freed, the Crisis and Recovery Director at Family Service and Guidance Center, who discusses the center's wide range of services for the Topeka community, including crisis intervention, therapy, and case management. Freed highlights the opportunities for Family and Human Services majors at the center, emphasizing the potential for professional growth and the chance to make a significant impact on the lives of children and families.

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For Human Sake S1 E6: Alumni of Family & Human Services with Nikki Rameriez-Jennings

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 20:47

In this episode, Washburn University alumna Nikki Ramirez Jennings shares her diverse career path with a Family and Human Services degree, including her impactful work as Executive Director of the nonprofit SENT and her current role within the school district. Nikki emphasizes the importance of self-care in the helping professions and highlights the numerous opportunities for Human Services graduates to make a difference in various community settings, including non-profits and the education system.

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For Human Sake S1 E5: The Kansas Department For Aging & Disability Services with Charles Bartlett

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 20:37

This episode of For Human Sake features Charles Bartlett from the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services (KDADS), who explains the agency's crucial role in the community by overseeing mental health, substance use disorder, housing, and problem gambling services through grants and contracts with local providers. Bartlett, with over 20 years of experience in the field and a Master's in Social Work obtained later in his career, emphasizes the importance of both direct service experience and policy work, highlighting potential opportunities at KDADS for individuals with a Family and Human Services degree.

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For Human Sake S1 E4: What is the Family & Children Track with Lyndsey Bibler

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 14:45

In this episode, Lyndsey Bibler, a non-traditional Washburn University student and survivor of domestic violence, discusses the Family and Children track within the Human Services program and how her personal experiences fuel her passion to create a supportive "village" for others. Lyndsey highlights the flexibility of the online program, the real-world application of the coursework, and emphasizes the importance of recognizing various forms of abuse beyond the physical, offering advice and hope to those who have experienced violence.

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For Human Sake S1 E3: Addiction Counseling Track with Marlin Guest

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 17:03

This episode of For Human Sake features Marlon Guest, a Washburn University student in addiction counseling and a person in long-term recovery, who shares his powerful journey through addiction, his motivation to help others stemming from personal loss, and how the flexibility of Washburn's program supports his education and work at Oxford House and Valeo Recovery Center.

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WSGA 2025 Presidential Election Candidate Interviews: Kate Coulter and Ryan Durst

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 36:08

In this episode of Washburn Student Media, Host Avash Manander interviews WSGA Presidential and Vice Presidential candidates Kate Coulter and Ryan Durst. They share their motivations, campaign goals, and strategies for addressing key campus challenges like student voice and connection. Tune in to hear how they plan to foster a cultural shift in student government, support external campus events, and bridge the gap between students and administration during Washburn's transition into a new era.

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WSGA 2025 Presidential Election Candidate Interviews: Trevor Ottman and Nick Lloyd

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 24:31

Washburn Student Media Host Avash Manander sits down with Trevor Ottman and Nick Lloyd, candidates for President and Vice President in the 2025 Washburn Student Government Association election. They discuss their leadership experiences, motivations for running, and their goals to make WSGA a more public-facing organization. Trevor and Nick also address campus challenges, such as construction disruptions, and share their plans to advocate for students while fostering a sense of community.

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For Human Sake S1 E2: Associates in Human Services with Erin Watts and John Roberts

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2025 12:57

We dive into the associate's degree in Human Services, featuring Aaron Watts and John Roberts. Hear about their unique journeys, impactful internships, and the life-changing skills they've gained.

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For Human Sake S1 E1: What is Human Services with Dr. Stacy Conner

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 19:06

In our debut episode, Dr. Stacy Connor, Assistant Professor and incoming Chair of the Family and Human Services Department, shares her journey, expertise, and why this major is a gateway to helping people, building stronger communities, and achieving personal and professional growth.

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