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Kaitlyn Johnson is an athlete and 2x Olympic Trial Qualifier in swimming. She had a decorated swimming career at Clarion University, being named All-American 28 times.  She shares her journey as an athlete and what lessons she learned along the way to achieve a high level of success. She explains the physical and mental that went into her feats.  One of the coolest parts of Kaitlyn's story is that after transitioning to CrossFit and swimming just once a week, she became the strongest she has ever been in swimming and qualified for the Olympic Trials. 

SHOW NOTES Episode 027 • August 26, 2024     FIRST STRAIN   News ‘n' Notes: New Band Directors   • Zoe Cohen to Clovis West High School   http://cloviswest.cwaim.org/directors-staff   https://dmlatraining.com/zoe-cohen/   https://www.linkedin.com/in/zoe-cohen-66ba2b1a2/   • Michael Pettis to The College of New Jersey:   www.facebook.com/TCNJBands/posts/pfbid0MKF37QQLackVpgA6ZApjzjp2gLBpJHBwwQHzJvxYse8A7ycGitUAdm7X6aoTkC9ul   • Lisa Hummel to Clarion University:   www.explorejeffersonpa.com/local/2024/08/14/hummel-exits-retirement-to-lead-golden-eagles-marching-band-150425/       SECOND STRAIN   Topic: Collingswood High School … …   www.inquirer.com/education/collingswood-high-school-hires-marching-band-music-director-bill-woodward-20240819.html   www.inquirer.com/education/collingswood-high-school-marching-band-music-director-resigns-20240723.html   https://www.njpen.com/remembering-collingswood-band-director-joseph-lerch/     TRIO   This week's interview guest: JUSTUS CARNEY   Friday Life: https://www.facebook.com/fridaylifeband/   UConn Marching Band's 2022 closer, “Firebird”: www.youtube.com/watch?v=ckjkxu2gf4c     DOGFIGHT   Topic: Tolsia HS Band uniform fundraiser   Story: wchstv.com/news/local/time-has-taken-a-toll-on-the-band-uniforms-at-tolsia-high-school   GoFundMe page: www.gofundme.com/f/support-mr-braggs-band-new-uniforms-needed     CODA: “A Friendly Seasonal PSA”   Elizabeth Spencer: collegiateparent.com/author/elizabeth-spencer/     FOLLOW US!   BandWagon RSS feed: feed.podbean.com/heyband/feed.xml BandWagon website: heyband.podbean.com BandWagon on Facebook: facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555170345309 BandWagon on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rhammerton1 Rob ("HammertonMedia") on Facebook: facebook.com/HammertonMedia Rob on X/Twitter: twitter.com/DrRob8487   SUBSCRIBE TO BANDWAGON!   https://www.podbean.com/site/podcatcher/index/blog/eg706GUVzixV   SEND US YOUR FEEDBACK!   Email: heybandwagon@yahoo.com Voicemail: speakpipe.com/HeyBandWagon

We meet Kaitlyn Johnson who used CrossFit to train for the 2024 Olympic Trials in Swimming.  She got to swim in a football stadium and in the engineering wonder that was the swimming pools built for the trials.  How did she find CrossFit, why is the the dry deck training she chose to use? Plus so much more!

In this episode of VetMed Mind, Bethany Bankovich, Shawn McVey, and Rachel Teichberg share their adventures and highlight Bethany's boundless positivity in the field of veterinary medicine.Bethany currently serves as the Hospital Administrator of Neffsville Veterinary Clinic, a 9-doctor, AAHA accredited small animal practice in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. She has been managing practices in the veterinary industry since 2008. She earned her B.S. in Communications from Clarion University of Pennsylvania in 2004, M.H.R.M./M.B.A. from Saint Francis University of Pennsylvania in 2006, A.A.S. in Veterinary Technology in 2010 from the Bel-Rea Institute in Denver, CO, and Certified Veterinary Practice Manager (CVPM) credentials in March of 2015. She earned her Certified Compassion Fatigue Professional (CCFP) credentials in 2019. To learn more about Bethany's passions in life and work:Follow her on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/zwimchickadee/Check out Neffsville Veterinary Clinic: https://neffsvillevet.com/The VetMed Mind is a podcast project about sharing inspirational stories, lessons, and successes from the fantastic people of the veterinary industry.

 Interview with Michael Cole: S5E12Pennsylvania born and raised. Mike always knew he wanted to stay in PA. and as the youngest child he also found his passion for competitiveness. These two things gave him the opportunity to thrive in wrestling and to go to college locally.He attended Clarion University where he received his Bachelors and his MBA. While at Clarion he was 2X All-American and made it to the Olympic trials' finals.When it was time to hang up the wrestling shoes, Mike went into the corporate world. He had a plan though. Mike always knew he wanted to follow in the path of the many coaches that he learned from and admired.At the end of his business career, Mike retired as the Managing Director of Technology at Morgan Stanley. While others think of hobbies, he knew exactly what was next.Mike is now the Head wrestling coach at Bethlehem HS, where he was given the award as Coach of the Year.During my research on Michael Cole, I came upon an article and saw a quote that every new leader can learn from. This is when he started his high school coaching."My idea is, I'm not going to change anything until I learn everything that is going on".Great advice.Email:michaeljcole142@gmail.comEric Reyes: Host of Hey Coach! PodcastEmail:eric@heycoachreyes.comLinkedIn:Eric Reyes | LinkedInFacebook:(1) Hey Coach | FacebookFacebook Group:(2) Hey Coach! Sports,Life and Business | FacebookInstagram :Hey Coach Podcast (@theheycoachpodcast) • Instagram photos and videosTwitter:Hey Coach! Podcast (@HeyPodcas1) / Twitter

Kettlebells: EVERYTHING You Need to Know – The MOVEMENT Movement with Steven Sashen Episode 210 with Steven Sashen Brett Jones is StrongFirst's Director of Education and Master SFG. He is also a Certified Athletic Trainer and Strength and Conditioning Specialist based in Pittsburgh, PA. Mr. Jones holds a Bachelor of Science in Sports Medicine from High Point University, a Master of Science in Rehabilitative Sciences from Clarion University of Pennsylvania, and is a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA). With over twenty years of experience, Brett has been sought out to consult with professional teams and athletes, as well as present throughout the United States and internationally. As an athletic trainer who has transitioned into the fitness industry, Brett has taught kettlebell techniques and principles since 2003. He has taught for Functional Movement Systems (FMS) since 2006, and has created multiple DVDs and manuals with world-renowned physical therapist Gray Cook, including the widely-praised “Secrets of…” series. Brett continues to evolve his approach to training and teaching, and is passionate about improving the quality of education for the fitness industry. He is available for consultations and distance coaching by e-mailing him at brett.jones@strongfirst.com Listen to this episode of The MOVEMENT Movement with Brett Jones about everything you need to know about kettlebells.  Here are some of the beneficial topics covered on this week's show: - How kettlebells are like cannonballs with handles, providing a unique way to train. - Why kettlebell training helps with force absorption and redirection, which benefits other activities. - How efficient alignment is more important than brute strength in kettlebell training. - Why different thumb positions affect kettlebell gripping and alignment. - How the kettlebell shouldn't hit your forearm when you are performing a snatch. Connect with Brett: Guest Contact Infobrett.jones@strongfirst.com Links Mentioned:strongfirst.com Connect with Steven: Website Xeroshoes.com Jointhemovementmovement.com Twitter@XeroShoes Instagram@xeroshoes Facebookfacebook.com/xeroshoes

Episode 064: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Luke Shaffer All-State Linebacker at Northern Lebanon High School. Luke is a student athlete that strives to better himself & his team by being the best teammate on & off the field.-In this episode Luke talks about what it takes to be an All-State Linebacker. He gives credit to mentors like his coaches & father who he considers to be his rock. He goes in depth on what it takes to get in front of college coaches all with the help of X (Twitter). Luke has recently signed to Clarion University football team!-To learn more about Luke Shaffer click here: https://x.com/itslukesss?s=21&t=ugvZAdVuLOSNa2jbA7MvfQ-#ad this episode is brought to you by these sponsors:Triggered 22. Support a local veteran and help spread awareness for PTSD & #22aday.Cleona Coffee Roasters. A small batch coffee roastery & coffee shop, veteran & first responder owned located inside 911 Rapid Response in Annville PA.Colortech Creative Solutions. Colortech Creative Solutions takes your creative projects from visualization to realization since 1980 while keeping your budget in mind.-To see photos of today's guest follow our Social media: IG- https://www.instagram.com/americangrownpodcast/ FB-https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077655465940 or visits us at https://rss.com/podcasts/americangrownpodcast/

Big Astronomy, or Astronomía a Gran Escala, is a multifaceted research and outreach project supported by several partners and funded by the National Science Foundation that showcases the award-winning bilingual planetarium show Big Astronomy: People, Places, Discoveries. In this podcast, Tim Spuck describes the process of creating this program and where people can learn about it and see it today.    Bios:  - Rob Sparks is in the Communications, Education and Engagement group at NSF's NOIRLab in Tucson, Arizona. - Tim Spuck is currently serving as the Staff Associate for Facilities Planning and Management at NSF within the Office of the Assistant Director, Directorate for Mathematical and Physical Sciences. Prior to his role at NSF, he served as the Director of Education & Public Engagement for more than 10 years at Associated Universities Inc. At AUI he was responsible for the development and management of innovative STEM Education initiatives. He led numerous efforts to build domestic and international partnerships in support of education and engagement, and workforce development. Before coming to AUI he taught astronomy and earth sciences at the high school and university levels and served as a K–12 Science Coordinator. He holds a doctorate in Curriculum & Instruction from West Virginia University, and a master's degree in Science Education from Clarion University of Pennsylvania. Tim has been recognized nationally and internationally for his work and served as lead editor and author for Einstein Fellows: Best Practices in STEM Education which received a Peter Lang Publishing Book of the Year award.   We've added a new way to donate to 365 Days of Astronomy to support editing, hosting, and production costs.  Just visit: https://www.patreon.com/365DaysOfAstronomy and donate as much as you can! Share the podcast with your friends and send the Patreon link to them too!  Every bit helps! Thank you! ------------------------------------ Do go visit http://www.redbubble.com/people/CosmoQuestX/shop for cool Astronomy Cast and CosmoQuest t-shirts, coffee mugs and other awesomeness! http://cosmoquest.org/Donate This show is made possible through your donations.  Thank you! (Haven't donated? It's not too late! Just click!) ------------------------------------ The 365 Days of Astronomy Podcast is produced by the Planetary Science Institute. http://www.psi.edu Visit us on the web at 365DaysOfAstronomy.org or email us at info@365DaysOfAstronomy.org.

  "Life in Appalachia is like a kid standing in the center of a seesaw. It's a fragile balance, somewhere between the old world and the new, flat-broke or getting by, rooted in place or getting out. Sometimes, folks here lose footing, lean too far one way or another. If one end of the seesaw comes down hard, it knocks them right off. " This is a description of "In The Cut," Michael Lockett's new collection of tales released on Catamount Press. Stories of hardscrabble, everyday Appalachians are brought to life, as they struggle with rural life, its constrictions by place, religion, and a changing world. In this discussion with Lawrence Knorr, Lockett tells of the origins of these characters, sheds light on his Central Pennsylvania roots, and secures his spot as a storyteller from a unique section of the country. Michael Lockett graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Communication from Clarion University and has an MFA in Creative Writing from Carlow University. His stories have been published in the "Northern Appalachian Review," "Twisted Vine," "Matthew's Place" and "Quarter Press." He is also a 2022 nominee for the James Baldwin Literary Award. He lives in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Find out more about Michael at michaellockett-author.com  

In this episode, Jason talks with Chris Beichner. Chris graduated from Clarion University and is the President and CEO of Allegheny Land Trust. His tenure has witnessed the creation of ATL's Community Conservation strategic focus, which includes conserving land in the City of Pittsburgh. During the conversation, Chris fills us in on the Mission of Allegheny Land Trust, general conservation benefits of setting aside land, and how the process works. He also details why partnerships are such a critical need, why they've partnered with GROW Pittsburgh, and how you can get involved. Website | Facebook | Twitter | Instagram Get summer savings on tools when you mention the show at Allegheny Valley Winlectric!Nurture yourself with Nature by visiting WildRouted.com and using CUFREESHIP23 at checkout!

Guests: Rachna Soun, Sam Fedorova (StrangeLens), Kate Fitzpatrick, and Chas Wagner Host:  Christopher Kardambikis Recorded on April 1st at the Capitol Hill Arts Workshop Late Comeback Press Late Comeback Press is a micropress based out of Northern Virginia and is run by three Asian-American women. Late Comeback primarily focuses on mental health and representing Asian-American culture in its most subtle, authentic light and detracts from the palatable or exotic, as depicted in Western media. We build our zines intricately and by hand to represent the connection between our art, our identities, and our community, as pieces of us to you. Late Comeback Press StrangeLens is a multi-disciplinary artist who explores themes of dreams, the subconscious, and the Internet pop culture in the digital dark ages. She graduated from George Mason University in 2021 with a Master's degree in Arts and Visual Technology. Kate Fitzpatrick is an artist and educator based in Alexandria, VA. Fitzpatrick received a BFA in Painting from Clarion University of Pennsylvania (1997), an MA in art education from University of New Mexico, and an MFA in Visual Arts from George Mason University (2020). She was awarded a Fulbright Fellowship (2016) where she spent a semester in India working on an art curriculum with local arts teachers. Fitzpatrick is also an art educator who was honored by the Northern Virginia Magazine as a "Northern Virginian of the Year" (2014) for her creation and implementation of an art and yoga program for youth in the Northern Virginia Juvenile Detention center. In addition, Fitzpatrick received the Agnes Meyer Teacher of the Year award by the Washington Post (2013). Fitzpatrick exhibits her work throughout the US and teaches for Arlington Public Schools. The Mirror Society Quartet Chas Wagner is a curator and organizer of The Print Party, specializing in independent magazines. Based in Pittsburgh, his work focuses on social activations of the print periodical; via retail pop-ups, bookshop lecture series' and the launching of a sport book festival (Bleed and Score) in Brooklyn. He thought about biking here on the 330 mile+ Great Allegheny Passage Trail, but the rainy forecast and heftiness of the books dampened the prospects of this dreamy ride. The Print Party Cap ABF The first edition of East City Art's Capital Art Book Fair took place at Eastern Market's North Hall on April 1 & 2, 2023.  Over 30 exhibitors from across the DMV, the US and Canada presented books as works of art, editions about art or artists, limited run books, prints as well as DIY zines and graphic novels.  Exhibitors include artists, independent publishers, small presses, illustrators and photographers. East City Art partnered with Capitol Hill Arts Workshop and Hill Center to co-locate offsite programming during the fair. DC-based, award-winning artist Carolina Mayorga created an ephemeral, site-specific work using hand-cut vinyl pieces in Eastern Market's North Hall titled "Capital Splash". More about the Capital Art Book Fair --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/paper-cuts/support

Catey Gilliam and Brett Gilliam are a married couple that owns Live Fresh Juicery in Pittsburgh. They have three locations in the city (Homestead, Northside, and Regent square). In this episode, they tell me about their first date at Clarion University, their individual health and wellness journeys, and the main qualities that they look for when they hire employees to work at Live Fresh.

Welcome to episode 3 of The Central Pennsylvania Music Podcast! This week we had the pleasure of speaking with 'Hawaiian' Chris James from 105.7 The X. Chris, is on the Advisory Committee for the CPMHOF, a graduate of Clarion University and of course, a veteran Central Pennsylvania radio personality. This interview is followed by an exclusive interview and live performance from Cold Spring Union. CSU is A Harrisburg based "Country Progressive Rock" band. You may know them from playing at The Englewood in Hershey, or even Music Row in Nashville. One thing is certain, these guys are just as interesting as they are talented. Please enjoy!Chris James - https://www.1057thex.com/2021/11/12/hawaiian-chris-james-the-interviews/Cold Spring Union - https://www.coldspringunion.com/You can find out more about the CPMHOF @ https://cpmhof.com/Brought to you by Darker with Daniel @ Studio 3.http://darkerwithdaniel.com/All media requests: thecpmpodcast@gmail.comJoin us back here or on your favorite audio streaming platform every other week for more content.

Born in Pittsburgh, Stephen Maynard Caliendo grew up in a Western Pennsylvania exurb and later attended Clarion University, as a first-generation college student, to study English literature and political science. He earned Master's and Ph.D. degrees in political science from Purdue University and has taught at the University of Missouri—St. Louis and Avila University (Kansas City, Missouri). He is currently dean of the College of Arts and Sciences and professor of political science at North Central College (Naperville, Illinois). With Charlton D. McIlwain (New York University), Caliendo is co-author of Race Appeal (Temple University Press, 2011) and co-editor the Routledge Companion to Race and Ethnicity, which is now in its second edition (2022). They have co-authored articles in The Harvard International Journal of Press/Politics, The Journal of Black Studies, and American Behavioral Scientist and entries to a number of edited volumes and specialized encyclopedias. On his own, Caliendo is the author of Teachers Matter: The Trouble with Leaving Political Education to the Coaches (Praeger 2000), in which he examines the effects of political socialization on attitudes toward American political institutions. His textbook, Inequality in America: Race, Poverty, and Fulfilling Democracy's Promise (Routledge) is now available in its third edition (2022). He has authored or co-authored dozens of papers presented at national and regional professional conferences and is often called upon to provide analysis for print media stories and to appear on radio and television programs to lend his expertise to national, state and local political issues. Caliendo has been honored with numerous awards, including the American Political Science Association's Ralph Bunche Award for Race Appeal (shared with Charlton D. McIlwain), Purdue University's “Emerging Voice” (alumni) Award (2010), and awards for teaching (2007), research (2011), and service (2009) at North Central College. He was named Professor of the Year at Avila University in 2002. He lives in Chicago with his wife, Jillian, and is the proud father of Amelia, Gianni, and Stella.

*Since recording our conversation April stepped into a new role as Regional Manager for the Carroll and Madison Library System. Congrats!* April Griffith is the Library Director at the Carnegie Public Library in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. She received her MSLS from Clarion University in 2012, and has worked in academic, special and public libraries over the past decade. Her passion for the intersection of library services, community, and sustainability prompted her to serve as a project advisor for ALA's Resilient Communities: Libraries Respond to Climate Change, write a chapter for Libraries and Sustainability: Programs and Practices for Community Impact, edited by Rene Tanner, et al., and contribute blog entries for ALA's Programming Librarian blog. April presented on the topic of sustainable library practices at the 2020 Association of Rural and Small Libraries annual conference, the 2020 ArLA annual conference, as well as for web program feature series hosted by various state libraries. Her service to the profession includes volunteering as a reader for the Arkansas Teen Book Awards and participation on ArLA's Nominating and Awards committees.

On today's episode, Dennis sits down with 3x UFC Champion Frankie Edgar and UFC Fighter and BJJ Legend Dante Rivera. Frankie Edgar's amazing career began in Toms River, New Jersey, Frankie wrestled at Toms River High School East, making it to the New Jersey state championship tournament on three occasions, placing second as a junior and fifth as a senior. Edgar is the oldest of 3 children, Edgar went on to compete in the NHSCA Senior Nationals and placed second before he finished high school. He continued wrestling at Clarion University of Pennsylvania, where he qualified for the nationals all four years there. Edgar entered his first mixed martial arts fight with only a few weeks of training outside of his wrestling background. Edgar originally trained with Rob Guarino of Rhino Fight Team, but today he is part of the Gracie system under Ricardo Almeida in Hamilton, NJ, who is part of the Gracie Barra team. Since seventh grade Edgar has wrestled with Steve Rivera at Elite Wrestling NJ in Jackson, NJ. His boxing trainer is Mark Henry of Millstone, NJ. Edgar became the UFC Lightweight Champion at UFC 112 when he defeated BJ Penn by unanimous decision. In the history of the UFC, no fighter has spent more time in the Octagon, just under 6.5 hours. These days, Edgar is a New Jersey legend, raising his family in Toms River, not far from where he grew up himself. Professor Dante Rivera is the Founder and Head Instructor at Dante Rivera Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Academy located in Freehold, New Jersey. Professor Dante Rivera is a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt who studied under the legendary Ricardo Almeida, Renzo Gracie's first American Black Belt. The IFL & UFC veteran currently fights for Bellator and was a featured fighter on The Ultimate Fighter, Season 7. Dante Rivera is a multiple time Grapplers Quest and NAGA Champion, as well as a long time training partner of Ricardo Almeida, Renzo Gracie, Frankie Edgar, Tom DeBlass, Nick Catone and many other veterans. Professor Dante held the following titles: Ring of Combat, Combat in the Cage, Cage Fury, Reality Fighting, & N.A.B.C. 185-lb Champion. Dante was recently inducted into the New Jersey State Martial Arts Hall of Fame where he received the Pioneer Fighter Award. Today, Frankie and Dante discuss their upbringing and history in the UFC, the transition from fighting to coaching, the effectiveness of BJJ training for DT, dealing with the haters, the best way to start training BJJ, importance of being in shape and having a winning mentality. If you like what you are hearing and want to stay in the loop with the latest in Street Cop Training, please follow our Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/StreetCopTraining Don't forget to subscribe and rate the podcast, it truly helps! Sign up for classes here: https://streetcoptraining.com/course-list/Follow our podcast here: https://streetcoptraining.com/street-cop-podcast/ or https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/street-cop-podcast/id1538474515

Kaitlyn Johnson is a swimmer/crossfitter from Morgantown, WV who recently qualified for the 2024 Olympic Swim Trials in the 50 meter freestyle. Born and raised in Uniontown, Pennsylvania, she played different sports growing up but ultimately stuck with swimming. She continued to swim in college at Clarion University of Pennsylvania, ending her collegiate career as a 28x All American (one of only two people to achieve this in school history) and 9x school record holder. She retired from swimming after the 2016 Olympic Trials and found crossfit a couple years later. In 2022, after only swimming here and there since 2016, she decided to add swimming into her crossfit training as recovery once a week. She signed up for a local swim meet for fun in April 2022 to find herself qualifying for U.S. Summer Nationals in Irvine, California in July. At Nationals, she ended up placing 13th overall with two lifetime best swims, both times being under the 2024 Olympic Trial cut. Kaitlyn achieved qualification for the trials doing Crossfit 5x/week and only swimming once a week. Exclusive to WODcast listeners: 2POOD The official belt of USA Weightlifting. Head over to [2pood.com]: Weightlifting & Functional Fitness Gear - Official Belt of Team USA! and use code WODCAST for 15% off.

Dr. Dan Wilson hosts Debunk The Funk, a show dedicated to battling pseudoscience, the anti-vaccine movement & COVID-19 misinformation. In a recent episode, Dr. Wilson analyzed our Robert F. Kennedy Jr. interview and asked "has Dr. Drew gone full anti-science?" Countless others have made similar statements & received invitations to debate Dr. Drew publicly, but Dr. Wilson is the first who is brave enough to accept the invite and defend his research on the safety of mRNA vaccines. 「  LINKS FROM EPISODE: https://drdrew.com/1282022  」 Dr. Wilson has a Ph.D. in molecular biology from Carnegie Mellon University and a B.S. in Biotechnology and Molecular Biology from Clarion University. Support Dr. Wilson's Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/DrWilsonDebunks  Watch Dr. Wilson at https://www.youtube.com/@DebunktheFunkwithDrWilson/  「 SPONSORED BY 」 • BIRCH GOLD - Don't let your savings lose value. You can own physical gold and silver in a tax-sheltered retirement account, and Birch Gold will help you do it. Claim your free, no obligation info kit from Birch Gold at https://birchgold.com/drew • GENUCEL - Using a proprietary base formulated by a pharmacist, Genucel has created skincare that can dramatically improve the appearance of facial redness and under-eye puffiness. Genucel uses clinical levels of botanical extracts in their cruelty-free, natural, made-in-the-USA line of products. Get 10% off with promo code DREW at https://genucel.com/drew 「 MEDICAL NOTE 」 The CDC states that COVID-19 vaccines are safe, effective, and reduce your risk of severe illness. Hundreds of millions of people have received a COVID-19 vaccine, and serious adverse reactions are uncommon. Dr. Drew is a board-certified physician and Dr. Kelly Victory is a board-certified emergency specialist. Portions of this program will examine countervailing views on important medical issues. You should always consult your personal physician before making any decisions about your health.  「 ABOUT the SHOW 」 Ask Dr. Drew is produced by Kaleb Nation (https://kalebnation.com) and Susan Pinsky (https://twitter.com/firstladyoflove). This show is for entertainment and/or informational purposes only, and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. 「 GEAR PROVIDED BY 」 • BLUE MICS - Find your best sound at https://drdrew.com/blue • ELGATO - See how Elgato's lights transformed Dr. Drew's set: https://drdrew.com/sponsors/elgato/ 「 ABOUT DR. DREW 」 For over 30 years, Dr. Drew has answered questions and offered guidance to millions through popular shows like Celebrity Rehab (VH1), Dr. Drew On Call (HLN), Teen Mom OG (MTV), and the iconic radio show Loveline. Now, Dr. Drew is opening his phone lines to the world by streaming LIVE from his home studio. Watch all of Dr. Drew's latest shows at https://drdrew.tv

Hear how to boldly take control of your own career path Dr. Vicki Baker's sixth book in five years solidifies her standing as a nationally recognized expert in the unique issues faced by mid-career faculty in higher education. As she coaches numerous professionals, she has discovered a recurring theme: academicians get their degrees and often their tenure, but then get stuck or stalled in their career advancement. Is it that they need better mentors? Or do institutions need to identify and sponsor their high-performing stars earlier, and coach them along their pathways to career advancement? And this is happening not just in the world of academia. Industry is struggling with the same dilemma. Are you stuck or stalled in an academic position or a corporate career trajectory? Make a point to listen in for Vicki's solutions. Watch and listen to our conversation here Why women academics often get stalled, and what to do about it On an annual basis, I have conducted workshops for Vicki's students involved in business development with their French counterparts. We talk about Blue Ocean Strategy, and together with Vicki's guidance, the students begin to frame approaches to their concepts that can open new markets, not just compete in current ones. The students are mighty impressive, as is Vicki. In this podcast, however, we focus on Vicki's particular passion: women's careers in academia. About Vicki Vicki L. Baker, Ph.D. is the E. Maynard Aris Endowed Professor in Economics and Management at Albion College, Faculty Director of the Albion College Community Collaborative (AC3), and Co-Chair of Albion's Economics and Management Department. She is also an instructor for Penn State University's World Campus. Recognized as a "Top 100 Visionary" in Education by the Global Forum for Education and Learning, Vicki is at the forefront of innovation and strategy in faculty and leadership development. As a faculty member and Fulbright Specialist Alumna (Utrecht Netherlands), her goal is to help faculty members, colleges and universities thrive. She has authored 90 peer-reviewed articles, chapters, invited works and books, and be contacted at vbaker@albion.edu. For more on finding your path, here are some suggestions: Blog: 5 Ways You Can Find Happiness And Joy In These Turbulent Times Blog: How To Thrive In Today's Crazy World? Make Change Your Friend Podcast: Rebecca Morrison—Women, Are You Ready To Find Your Happiness? Is It All Around You? Additional resources for you My two award-winning books: Rethink: Smashing The Myths of Women in Businessand On the Brink: A Fresh Lens to Take Your Business to New Heights Our website: Simon Associates Management Consultants   Read the transcript of our podcast here Andi Simon: Welcome to On the Brink With Andi Simon. Hi, I'm Andi Simon, your host and your guide, and my job is to get you off the brink. I love to do podcasts to bring you interesting and important people to help you see, feel and think in new ways. As you know, your brain hates to change. And so my job is to get you off the brink and begin to see opportunities, ideas, instructional information, inspirational ways to begin to think about yourself differently and to do it as well. So today, I have an absolutely wonderful woman with me. Vicki Baker has been very kind over the years, she's invited me to do remote classes for Albion University, Appian College, and she'll tell you more about the college and what she does there. I've talked there several, many times about Blue Ocean Strategy to her students. It reminds me what it was like when I was an academic. I spent 10 years as an academic person, I was an Assistant Professor, head of a department, making all those meetings and doing all kinds of things before I got into business. But the interesting part is what Vicki is doing to help others, particularly women, perceive it and pursue their careers in a university or academic environment and why that's so hard. So a little bit about Vicki, and then she'll tell you about herself. Recognized as a “Top 100 Visionary” in Education by the Global Forum for Education and Learning (20-21), Vicki is at the forefront of innovation and strategy in faculty and leadership development. As a faculty member herself and Fulbright Specialist Alumna (Utrecht Netherlands), her goal is to help faculty members and colleges and universities thrive. She earned her PhD (Higher Education) and MS (Management and Organization) from Penn State University, MBA from Clarion University and BS from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Vicki also holds a certificate in Human Resource Management from Villanova University and is a certified professional in HR from the Society for Human Resource Management. She earned her PhD in higher ed and her MS and management organization from Penn State and I was an undergraduate there. So who knew that our paths had crossed, because she works in Michigan now and I work in New York. But it's really important because she also holds a certificate in Human Resource Management from Villanova, and is a certified professional in HR from the Society for Human Resource Management. Vicki is the E. Maynard Aris Endowed Professor in Economics and Management at Albion College, Faculty Director of the Albion College Community Collaborative (AC3), Co-Chair of the Economics and Management Department, and serves as an instructor for Penn State University's World Campus. Prior to joining the academy as a faculty member, Vicki worked at Harvard Business School (Executive Education) and AK Steel Corporation. Vicki is the author of 90 peer-reviewed articles, chapters, invited works and books, including Charting Your Path to Full: A Guide for Women Associate Professors, Success After Tenure: Supporting Mid-Career Faculty, and Developing Faculty in Liberal Arts Colleges. Her recent book is Managing Your Academic Career: A Guide to Re-envision Mid-Career. Remember those meetings I mentioned when I was at the university? She spends her life in meetings, and I did too, but she's also the author of 90 peer reviewed articles, invited works, chapters and books, all kinds of books. She's developing faculty and liberal arts colleges' success after 10 years supporting mid-career faculty. That's the full professorship and all kinds of interesting stuff. So Vicki, I'm so glad you're with me today. Thank you. Vicki Baker: Thank you, Andi. And I'm glad to be able to interact with you in this way. I've been so appreciative over the years of you joining us at Albion, and supporting my students on Blue Ocean Strategy and how to carve their own path. So it's nice to be able to interact with you in this way. Andi Simon: Tell the listeners about your story. You clearly have wandered on a journey that's been fulfilling for you. I remember in the academic world, part of the growth is our own personal growth as well as the professional one. Who's Vicki Baker? And what's your journey been like? Vicki Baker: Yeah, that's a great question. And I think that answer probably changes every day. If you asked me that question two years ago, versus two years from now, it would probably look different. But at this very moment, I'm a proud mother of two children. I think that identity is on the forefront. My son is soon to be eight, my daughter is nine. So they're 19 months apart. And I actually started my life not thinking I would be in education of any kind. My mom was a kindergarten teacher for 35 years. My dad was a teacher. My grandfather, my mom's dad, was the superintendent of the school district. My mom's brother was a teacher and became a principal. And I literally vowed I would never be a teacher. My undergrad degree is actually in engineering. And when I graduated from college, I moved to Ashland, Kentucky and was an engineer in a steel mill. And I really enjoyed doing that. But then I also realized I didn't want to be a 55-year-old woman wearing steel-toed boots and a hard hat to work. That's really good, but I learned some critical lessons about relationships and communication and building those that is a core foundation. And then got my MBA. From there I moved to Boston and worked at Harvard Business School in executive education...talking about a juxtaposition. We're working with Fortune 500 level executives here and then I was working with generations of families in a steel mill. And again, there were some core lessons about human rights that I could take with it, but it was funny that comparisons in the types of conversations I had in those environments, and I really remember being in awe of watching some of these faculty walk in the room and do their thing. But there's a reason they have the reputations that they do. And so I was working on a second master's degree there. And it was my faculty member there that said, just go get your PhD. I really liked business and I liked higher education and knew I would marry those two areas, I just didn't know in what form or what ways, and she had recommended I apply for my PhD either at Penn State or Michigan for the program because they were the top two in the country. And I'm from Pennsylvania. So I thought, I'll try Penn State. If I get in great, if not, then I'll stay here. And probably not surprisingly, the assistantship that I got put on was looking at learning outcomes for engineering education. So the background, the background came into play. And a year after being there, I got an email two weeks before the fall semester started from the chair of the management department which said, "Rumor has it you have your MBA and rumor has it you used to work at Harvard Business School in exec ed." And I said, "Both of those rumors are true." And he said, "Would you be willing to meet with me?" And I said, "Sure," and had a meeting. And he said, "Would you be willing to teach for us and the class starts in two weeks, there's no book, there's no syllabus, and we just need you to get fives and above on your teaching evaluation, the max is seven, and I don't need to have a conversation with you." That's where the teaching started. I would mentor anybody now. Don't say yes to that. There's no support, and you're being set up to fail. And so I was young and naive and didn't know any better and wanted the experience. And I fell in love with teaching. And that's when I knew I would end up doing it. But it was so funny, because I swore I would never go down that path. And I guess it's just in my blood. And I've just been committed to fundamentally helping people advance in their careers. I like to help people find what they are passionate about and how can I help them find whatever that thing is, and help them work towards it. So that's how I got to this point in the books in the work that I do. Andi Simon: But you know, as I look at your classroom, and the folks, I really liked doing it virtually this time, because I could see their faces. They were great. And they were all women this time, which was sort of interesting. But you aren't pedantic or informative, you're inspiring and enabling, and I hear your interactions with them. And that teaching you're doing is encouraging them to life's experiences and to pulling it together for their own stories to develop. And my hunch is that you've developed your own style that reflects that engineering and Harvard though awareness of humans. I'm an anthropologist, I'm observing a lot of that. And then Harvard, which is a whole other world. And I mean, you think about stepping back and figuring out what I can contribute to this world that we're in? But now, the topic that we want to talk about today is helping women in their career advancement, because yours is hardly possible for others to easily follow. Could they? Vicki Baker: I am the probable poster child for a liberal arts experience. Even though I'm not a product of a liberal arts college, maybe where you start is not necessarily where you finish, it's about the knowledge gained from the experiences, the relationship-building that helped propel you along that path. So I'm a good poster child for that. But yes, it's not what I thought I would do. Honestly, again, I vowed, I would never be in this space. But now I can't imagine being anywhere other than this space. And as you know, it definitely affords you opportunities to engage with the bright young men and women, you get to see that when you join us, and it's provided me a really unique vantage point where I can do the consulting work with academics, particularly women academics, who are trying to answer that what's next question, that mid-career in life. I've got responsibilities at home and personal considerations that matter, and especially highlighted from the pandemic where people are making clear choices about their values and what matters and what doesn't. And so, I've been very fortunate to be able to have that experience, but to also get, you know, the unique vantage point with everybody. But yes, it's not a path that somebody would say yes, that there's a clear-cut direction and I can go that route. Andi Simon: Or they can say, be open to opportunities, and let the serendipity become part of your life. Enjoy it, embrace it, some work, and some will mean, who would have thought that your course at Penn State would have been the right one. But now that you're counseling other women, I might look at my book Rethink: Smashing The Myths of Women in Business so we can compare a lot of notes, but there isn't a woman I know who has a simple, easy trip to wherever they're going. And it's a different trip than the men. The men whom I coach have different concerns and issues. But the women also are tackling all kinds of other societal issues. I won't call them hurdles or glass ceilings or anything else, they are just society and themselves. And I have a hunch my new coach will listen to them and write your stuff on them. There's some things that keep popping out. So you share with our listeners, you know, three or four major issues that arise when a woman is looking at what's next. Vicki Baker: That's a really important question and a theme that seems to surface consistently with the women academics that I coach. And again, right, these are bright women, they've pursued, you know, what it takes to get to that level. There's a level of grit, determination, discipline, intelligence and sacrifice to get there. So they didn't get to this point of what's next, without putting a lot of work into it. And yet, the number one, one of the top one or two issues that always come up is, "I'm not sure if I'm ready." They often come to me if they're thinking about advancing in their career. So the first question is, "Do I have an interest in advancing from associate to full," and I have found some people opt out of that. Men and women for a variety of very valid reasons, you also know you left academia for various reasons as well. So I don't make the assumption that everybody wants to advance. I make the assumption people want to feel fulfilled in their career. So how do we make that happen? But for those who have advancement on the radar, there's always that question of, "Do I even want to do it? I've sacrificed so much as a PhD student, as an early-career faculty member, to get tenure." Often with women I hear, "I've sacrificed so much already. I don't know if I'm interested in doing that anymore." I've had one woman tell me, "My marriage took such a hit. I don't know if it could withstand me going to full professorship." Some say, "I might consider it once my children are in school. I've got to postpone it." So there's the first question of, "Do I even have an interest?" And if there is even a remote interest, the next question or issue I hear is, "I don't know if I'm ready." And then my response is, "Well, what's causing you to wonder if you're ready? Is somebody having an explicit conversation with you? Or is this your own feeling of inadequacy? Or you know, that you just are placing these invisible, unrealistic expectations on you? What are the faculty handbooks at your institution? And if you're meeting that, why would you still think that you're not ready?" So I do think back to your point, Andi, those societal cultural cues that are either very explicit, where we do see those systemic barriers in business and in higher education, but also those kinds of invisible ones that are those societal expectations about, Wait your turn, maybe you're not ready to go up yet. And so oftentimes, it's not an explicit conversation that this woman has had. But there's enough of those societal or institutional cues that are just causing them to hesitate. And some of it is also a lack of self-confidence or feelings of self-worth, that they're not worthy or ready yet. So I spend a lot of my time trying to tease that out with them and then also help them overcome it and put some solid strategies in place that help them feel more ready and comfortable moving forward. Andi Simon: What's interesting Vicki is, as I'm listening to you, I'm writing my next book, 100 Trailblazing Women and Their Wisdom. One woman whom I interviewed said, very explicitly, that you ought to surround yourself with teams who support you because when you have that doubt, they will help you see your future. And the second thing is, Raise your hand. You know why, and this is for women in business, it's equally for women in any field, the resistance or reluctance to feel they are ready or they are appropriate, to "If they want me, they'll come and find me." We're making it difficult because what they're looking for is someone who wants to lead and a leader doesn't wait to be called upon. Now, it may be the wrong time, you may not get it, it may hurt a little bit, because you put yourself out there and it didn't happen to people, all kinds of things. You know, on the other hand, if not you then who? And if not now, then when? And how will you ever get past the hurdles that are keeping you back? Some of the other things that you advise these women on, because I have a hunch our listeners might all be asking themselves as they come out of a pandemic, "What is next?" Some things? Vicki Baker: Yeah, so we do some just activities. And I'm a big fan of, and I did this myself with the pandemic, just what matters to me, and why do I want my contribution to be right? And so that serves as a really good litmus test with me. So whenever I'm sitting down with clients, and I say, "Let's remove that 'We're going up for full' or 'I'm going to be department chair,' whether I want to be or I'm next up in the rotation. We all know how that works. Put that stuff aside, but right now when all is said and done, at the end of the day, what do you want to be known for? What do you want to contribute? Where do you find the most joy? Oh, yeah, life is too short. And so we start trying to kind of tease that out. And then we kind of put that contribution statement together. Again, I've worked on mine for about five years. And I tell clients individually or in a workshop, "This looks really clean and neat. But it took me five years to get there, so don't hold yourself to that standard." But for me, when I think about what I find the most pleasure in, where I think I have the greatest value to add and where I feel the most joyful, is when I get to work one on one, whether it's my students, whether it's clients, whether it's in workshops, helping people advance in their career. Whatever advancement looks like for them, not me putting a "you should want to go up for full" thing on them. It's "What does advancement look like to you?" That advancement could be personal advancement, professional advancement, just life in general. But for me, it's really distilled down to helping people advance in their careers. That's my contribution. And that's where I think I can provide value. So helping people take a step back, recalibrate, let's reassess those values and priorities and really, at the end of the day, what do we want our contribution to be? And that helps guide us and we always hear that advice of learning to say no, and I think that's important. But at mid-career, I think it's much more about being strategic about what we say yes to, but how do we know what we want to say yes to if we aren't clear what we want our contribution to be, and your yeses should be in service to that contribution. And then once your dance card is full with the yeses, then it becomes easier to say no, but saying no just for the sake of saying no isn't advancing you personally or professionally. So I really think in mid-career, it's much more important to really get clear on what are those values, those priorities? What do I want my contribution to be? And how can I use that contribution to guide me towards what I want to say yes to? And you highlighted a really important point: mentors. How can you leverage your mentors, if you don't know what support you're seeking from those mentors. And so, I tell women all the time, once you have a better clarity on that contribution, have conversations with your mentors, have conversations with the department chair, dean, a supervisor at work. How can they advocate for you if they don't know the direction you want to be heading? They cannot read your mind. And so getting clarity around those things, and having those critical conversations with people who can advocate for you and help support you is really important. Andi Simon: The things that you were talking about are important for the listener or the viewer to reflect on for themselves. And I urge you to get a piece of paper and write down one of the exercises we did over the last year: 10 things that really matter to you in a positive way and 10 things that don't, and then shrink those down to five or two, three, and one and begin to focus on what really matters. My daughter gave me a great quote a couple of years ago: Keep an eye focused on, in the course of a lifetime, what really matters. And at the time, when you've been in different roles in different places, and those moments, those times mattered. But then, in the course of a lifetime, where is it going? And you could say, "I'm not going anywhere," or "I'm not sure where I want to go," or "I really know where I want to go." But it's a good time to see what makes you high and what makes you low. What you want to do more of and less of, but there are processes to help you think about that. You and I both have tools that we use. When I do these exercises with someone, the only way they can sort out those things will take a year and see what makes you high and low. In the absence of that, you're going to shotgun it, and you're going to land someplace or not. You may not go anywhere, but now with the intentionality that you really need to carve your own life. And the other thing I would say is, Don't let people define you. You have to take charge of who you are. People may say, It is your brand, but who are you? And do you find the women come in with a clarity of their brand and who they are? And the answer to the question: why me? Or are they struggling to figure out that question? Vicki Baker: They're struggling because sometimes the notion of brand makes sense for us because we're in business. We get it, right? But I recognize when I use that language in some disciplines, in settings like brand, that sounds a little too, you know, capitalistic, or we're putting some business terms on it that you know, this is about education. I go, "Yeah, but it's still, again, what is your contribution? What is your value add? What do you bring to the table of brand?" But at the end of the day, don't you want to be known for something in your discipline, at your institution, among your students? You want to be known as the person who knows X or does X or is really exemplary in A, B and C areas. So I said, "A brand feels too much of a business term for you, fine, but you still are thinking thoughtfully about who am I in the context of my field, in my discipline? What are you known for? What is your subject matter expertise?" And so helping them to really clarify that and again, at mid-career we're triggered. Because it's an evolution and we now also have tenure, we are allowed to take some risks now that we are able to maybe step outside of what we have been known for from a disciplinary perspective to get to tenure, but now maybe we do want to pursue more interdisciplinary work or community engaged scholarship, or things that take us down different pathways and that can be overwhelming and freeing at the same time. And so you feel like you've got this great opportunity, and you don't know what to do with it. And so trying to think about what are those fundamental building blocks that help us to be able to advance from that, but I definitely see them think about that all the time. I don't even or I don't know who I am right now. Or I know I'm this person to this person, and I'm this role to this person. And I go, "Are those the ones that you want them to be? Do you want to change them? Do you want them to evolve, or align? I always repeat, as we evolve over time,"Make sure your actions are honoring that evolution." That's really important. Leave the space and grace to allow that evolution to happen. And to honor it via your engagements or how you craft your own narrative. If you don't own it, somebody else will craft that narrative for you and that's likely not going to be in your favor. You need to own your narrative and craft it the way you want it to appear. Andi Simon: And I emphasize that both in business and for others. I was a visiting professor for a semester at Washington University teaching entrepreneurship. I see you live your story. So what is your story?, your mind wants to know, because it will do exactly what it thinks you want it to do. And once you understand some of the neuroscience behind it, you see that your mind is really looking for what it is you want to do. Because it will wander around doing whatever it thinks you want to do. It'll make you happy or sad, but your mind wants to know. And until you craft that movie set in there or that storyline, that narrative becomes difficult for you to live every day. And because you live your story, and until you land on it and see it coming, every day becomes another challenge, where it's just going in the right direction and you become happy with the tasks to be done as opposed to the path that you're on. Vicki Baker: And I appreciate the deliberate intentionality being strategic. And again, not that that's not important at all career stages, but I particularly work with mid-career women and I know a lot of women that you've worked with in business or mid-career, it's such a long stage of career in life. And so many ebbs and flows. And you could have childcare as well as elder care. I mean, there's so many different hats that we have. And again, societal expectations connected to those make it challenging for women to navigate. But I think if we can focus less on those external expectations, and think about taking control of that narrative, and how we want to chart our path and craft that story, that becomes much more empowering, and again leads to putting your hand up again. Have those critical conversations about, here's the five things I narrow down on my list, or here's what I want my contribution to be. Unless you're communicating that regularly with key people, how are they expected to advocate for you or to highlight those opportunities that might be aligned with your strengths if they don't know that's on the table either? Andi Simon: Well, and it is interesting, because you made a good point. It isn't just academics. I have no idea how many women I coach. I'm an executive coach, who has the kind of story that makes you wonder, something like, "Well, I've made it as far as I'm going at XYZ, Morgan Stanley, wherever it was. I'm pretty good at what I do, but I have no idea where I'm going." They're making good income so that the income level isn't bad and they don't see that they don't really know who they are at this point. And that lack of knowing who I am and what I want to do troubles me as I work with them because there's nobody holding you back. But that mirror is looking back at you and saying, who are you? And what do you want to do? And then I have somebody whom I love to coach, and she's learning that her after-work activities have become more fulfilling than her workflows. And I said, "That's okay, you can have a side hustle of some kind or not-for-profit or whatever gives you pleasure, without necessarily returning to that as your income stream. There are ways of balancing your life, but you have to decide nobody's going to decide for you." And if you let them, you're going to have some real painful moments. Vicki Baker: Absolutely. And even for me, right, my home base is Albion College, and I'm a professor here, but I have the great opportunity to do the consulting work I do and the coaching and that allows me, because nobody loves their job 100% of the time and there's challenges. There are challenges with leadership, challenges with direction and vision, and all of those things, and it can get overwhelming and exhausting at times. And so when I find myself maybe being in a space where I feel less energized by my work at Albion, I've got these opportunities to meet and support these other women and work with these other Institute's leaders. And then it also helps you, and you probably experience too, to realize the grass isn't always greener on the other side of the fence. And sometimes you're hearing of other institutional policies and practices that are even more prohibitive to women advancing in their career. So then I can come back and go, Hey, it is way worse. So let us not complain anymore about this issue. Yes, there's room to improve. But it can always be worse. And it can always be better. So I'm very appreciative that I am in this position that I have the benefit, and the stability of a home base, but also having this great opportunity to engage across the academy and with such diverse faculty that it really does keep you grounded and centered on what matters. And these are all humans. These are all humans at the end of the day, who just want to feel fulfilled and want to feel like they matter and want to feel like they're making a difference. And that's really fundamentally what it comes down to. Andi Simon: I have one question for you and then we'll probably go to a wrap-up. But I'm watching and working with companies where the words diversity, equity, inclusion have become top of mind. As you're thinking about the universities and colleges and the academic world, are there efforts going on to change the attitude toward making it easier, because one of the things I saw in the university world was that the leadership were all men and the women were all the worker bees. And I have a friend who's in the staffing industry, and he's lamenting the fact that all the managers and all the officers are men and all the women are doing the recruiting. So we've just moved ourselves into another blue collar worker place and we're not running the sewing machines. But we're doing all the teaching, but not the leadership. Are you seeing universities beginning to rise to the occasion, or run away from it or anything? Vicki Baker: We are seeing more conversations and efforts, and something that I'm noticing that is at least becoming highlighted in this, is the HR background. And I've had these conversations. There's obviously that disparate treatment, that very obvious over-systemic racism against women, against faculty of color. And so institutions are doing a better job. To say that it's eliminated would be a disservice. That's not accurate. But we're moving the needle. Are we still lagging behind, is that disparate treatment, the well-intentioned policies that we put in place, that we think are moving the needle for populations when we really ask the right questions and collect the right data? Maybe we're not moving the needle, like we thought, like during COVID, giving women faculty an opportunity to delay tenure clocks. Well, on the surface that seemed really good intentioned, well-meaning, but you're only causing longer periods for women to be at that rank. And we found that it's benefiting men more because they were able to use that time to advance scholarship versus women who used that time for childcare and eldercare. So again, on the surface, well-intentioned. In reality, it created even more of a disparate impact of these policies. So I think we see that in industry too. But that, again, we're working hard to try to minimize those very overt, this disparate treatment. But we're not asking all the right questions on that disparate impact when we're really looking at which are the populations we care most about, and how can we better support them and the supports in place. Are they really doing what we intended them to do? Andi Simon: Yep. And we're taking us back to our beginning, but we're going to talk about career advancement for mid-level folks of any kind everywhere. This has become a passion of yours. And you write about it, you're deeply involved in coaching. What do you see coming next for you? Vicki Baker: You know, that's a great question. I think I'll still focus on mid-career if you were to look at my scholarly agenda. That trajectory follows my career pathway, right? As a doc student, I studied doctoral student experiences. Then as an early-career faculty member, I studied that, and then once I hit tenure and mid-career and became a full professor, even though I'm still very much mid-career, I wanted to understand what we need. I needed support, and I thought, I'm not alone. So the next thing for me that I think I want to look at are, and it's focused again in academia, but I think we also see this in industry. There's a huge population of contingent faculty, non-tenure track, and there's an increase in reliance. Those faculty, there's a significant portion we're also mid-career, so right at that intersectionality of appointment type and career stage, coupled with gender. We see more women in contingent positions. We see more faculty of color and women faculty of color in those contingent positions. And so they're important. They're important pieces to institutions, and yet I think they're being underserved and undervalued. So I really want to look at the intersectional lens to those two issues because they're the two largest populations in academia, contingent faculty and mid-career. You have mid-career faculty who are contingent faculty, and right in industry, there is temporary work, maybe not full time fast track, but they are critical. And they provide critical leadership services to organizations, and how are we supporting them so that we are building that bench strength that we are putting them in a position to be the fulfilled contributors that they want to be, even if they're not seeking to be a C-suite person. So I think to your point, we have work to do. Andi Simon: The way our society has enabled industry, as well as the academy, to grow is not necessarily with equity and inclusion, as opposed to the gig economy, which was a third of all workforce before the pandemic. I have no idea what it is now. But I'm watching as people are making choices, they're putting the responsibility on themselves. But the institutions have to wake up to the fact that they have to change, to begin to give and provide a better place or even not going to the institutions. I mean, college enrollments are struggling because the number of kids graduating from high school is not on the rise, but in many places is declining. So what's our purpose? And how do we help that mid-level, diverse workforce expand and use us? What's our rule? Questions? One or two things you want our listeners not to forget. It's about time to wrap up. Vicki Baker: Yep, absolutely. So I think, really take that step back and think about those values, priorities and that contribution. I think that becomes the foundation that we build on. And number two: control your narrative. This is your opportunity to really craft that and what you want to be known for, and you take control of that. I think that's so important for any listener, male or female, but particularly women who are at that mid-career stage and trying to grapple with the What's next. Don't overcomplicate it, put those building blocks in place and work through it. So that's what I would want the listeners and the watchers to watch. Andi Simon: You know, your mind wants to know exactly what you want it to do, understand that, and begin to craft a story, that narrative, that helps you live every day going someplace. And don't forget about our small wins, steps at a time because you can't move a battleship without it, but make sure you know where you are going. Or will you just wander around and you'll wonder how I go forward? Or how did I get through the day? And I know people love to live in the moment, but when you're in a career, life is a career, how do you move it? I've been so fortunate to know Vicki Baker, and the Michigan College Alliance, I thank for the introduction. And it's just been fun working with those classes, even remotely. It's great! One day we may do it in person, and I don't know what will happen, will it be good or not good. But for my listeners and my viewers, thank you for coming. I remember I told you, you've accelerated us into the top 5% of global podcasts. It's truly an honor, you send me great ideas for people who we should have. And I think that the more we engage to co-create the podcast experience, the more you're going to find it worthwhile. I have people who contact us from across the world. "Just love your podcast with...fill in the name." And who knew! But I do know that our job is to help you see, feel and think in new ways. And that's what we do. We do that as a consultant. Our business is over 20 years old now. And that's how we help our clients see things through a fresh lens. My two books, On the Brink: A Fresh Lens to Take Your Business to New Heights and Rethink: Smashing The Myths of Women in Business, are both at Amazon and waiting for you. And both have won awards. It's interesting, book writing. My third one's coming. And it should be out by the fall of 2023. I'm very excited about it. And then who knows what's next on my career path? Will I be mid-career? I don't think I've ever been at my peak. When am I going to retire? I've yet to figure out what that all means, other than life's a journey and let's enjoy the trip. Thanks Vicki. Thanks for talking today. Vicki Baker: Thanks, Andi. I appreciate it.

Arriana Bey, A.K. A. “The Fine-Ass Content Creator,” is the owner of an online women's boutique called BombBey. During a recent visit to her hometown of Pittsburgh (Beltzhoover), the content creator and fitness enthusiast stopped by the show to discuss her humble beginnings at Beltzhoover Elementary and how her experiences at Pittsburgh CAPA and Clarion University prepared her for her career as a marketing strategist, nightlife promoter, and social media influencer. Whether she's traveling the world with her partner or hosting a “fine ass fitness meetup” in Pittsburgh, Arriana is all about maximizing her potential everywhere she goes.

Ever felt uncertain about how to manage the academic mid-career stage? This episode explores: Why the mid-career stage is so important to mid-career faculty. Strategies for taking control of your mid-career advancement plans. Equity issues surrounding women, academic mothers, and faculty of color. The importance of the department chair for mid-career faculty. Being strategic about your mentoring needs in mid-career. Two critical considerations for mid-career faculty developing programs. Our guest is: Dr. Vicki L Baker, author of Managing Your Academic Career: A Guide to Re-Envision Mid-Career (Routledge). Vicki is the E. Maynard Aris Endowed Professor in Economics and Management at Albion College and serves as the Faculty Director of the Albion College Community Collaborative (AC3), Co-Chair of the Economics & Management Department, and instructor for Penn State University's World Campus. Prior to joining the academy as a faculty member, Vicki worked at Harvard Business School (Executive Education) and AK Steel Corporation. Vicki is the author of 90 peer-reviewed articles, chapters, invited works, and several books. Recognized as a “Top 100 Visionary” in Education by the Global Forum for Education and Learning (20-21), Vicki is at the forefront of innovation and strategy in faculty and leadership development; her goal is to help faculty members and colleges and universities thrive. She earned her PhD (Higher Education) and MS (Management & Organization) from Penn State University, MBA from Clarion University and BS from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Vicki also holds a certificate in Human Resource Management from Villanova University and is a certified professional in HR from the Society for Human Resource Management. Our host is: Dr. Dana M. Malone, co-producer and co-host of The Academic Life channel. Dana is energized by facilitating meaningful conversations and educational experiences for folks across the academy and beyond. Dana is the author of From Single to Serious: Relationships, Gender, and Sexuality on American Evangelical Campuses, (Rutgers UP). Listeners to this episode may also be interested in: New Directions in Higher Education volume, Bridging the Research-Practice Nexus: Resources, Tools, and Strategies to Navigate Mid-Career in the Academy. Edited by Vick L. Baker and Aimee LaPointe Terosky. The Evolving Faculty Affairs Landscape - a compilation of publications from Inside HigherEd focused on faculty (several focused at mid-career). This Academic Life channel conversation with Vicki Baker on navigating mid-career choices as a faculty member. This Academic Life channel conversation with Laura Gail Lunsford on how to create a mentor network. How to Chair a Department by Kevin Dettmar (Johns Hopkins). Unraveling Faculty Burnout: Pathways to Reckoning and Renewal by Rebecca Pope-Ruark (Johns Hopkins). Welcome to The Academic Life! You are smart and capable, but you aren't an island, and neither are we. We reach across our mentor network to bring you podcasts on everything from how to finish that project to how to take care of your beautiful mind. Here on the Academic Life channel, we embrace a broad definition of what it means to be an academic and to lead an academic life. We view education as a transformative human endeavor and are inspired by today's knowledge-producers working inside and outside the academy. Wish we'd bring on an expert about something? DMs us on Twitter: @AcademicLifeNBN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Ever felt uncertain about how to manage the academic mid-career stage? This episode explores: Why the mid-career stage is so important to mid-career faculty. Strategies for taking control of your mid-career advancement plans. Equity issues surrounding women, academic mothers, and faculty of color. The importance of the department chair for mid-career faculty. Being strategic about your mentoring needs in mid-career. Two critical considerations for mid-career faculty developing programs. Our guest is: Dr. Vicki L Baker, author of Managing Your Academic Career: A Guide to Re-Envision Mid-Career (Routledge). Vicki is the E. Maynard Aris Endowed Professor in Economics and Management at Albion College and serves as the Faculty Director of the Albion College Community Collaborative (AC3), Co-Chair of the Economics & Management Department, and instructor for Penn State University's World Campus. Prior to joining the academy as a faculty member, Vicki worked at Harvard Business School (Executive Education) and AK Steel Corporation. Vicki is the author of 90 peer-reviewed articles, chapters, invited works, and several books. Recognized as a “Top 100 Visionary” in Education by the Global Forum for Education and Learning (20-21), Vicki is at the forefront of innovation and strategy in faculty and leadership development; her goal is to help faculty members and colleges and universities thrive. She earned her PhD (Higher Education) and MS (Management & Organization) from Penn State University, MBA from Clarion University and BS from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Vicki also holds a certificate in Human Resource Management from Villanova University and is a certified professional in HR from the Society for Human Resource Management. Our host is: Dr. Dana M. Malone, co-producer and co-host of The Academic Life channel. Dana is energized by facilitating meaningful conversations and educational experiences for folks across the academy and beyond. Dana is the author of From Single to Serious: Relationships, Gender, and Sexuality on American Evangelical Campuses, (Rutgers UP). Listeners to this episode may also be interested in: New Directions in Higher Education volume, Bridging the Research-Practice Nexus: Resources, Tools, and Strategies to Navigate Mid-Career in the Academy. Edited by Vick L. Baker and Aimee LaPointe Terosky. The Evolving Faculty Affairs Landscape - a compilation of publications from Inside HigherEd focused on faculty (several focused at mid-career). This Academic Life channel conversation with Vicki Baker on navigating mid-career choices as a faculty member. This Academic Life channel conversation with Laura Gail Lunsford on how to create a mentor network. How to Chair a Department by Kevin Dettmar (Johns Hopkins). Unraveling Faculty Burnout: Pathways to Reckoning and Renewal by Rebecca Pope-Ruark (Johns Hopkins). Welcome to The Academic Life! You are smart and capable, but you aren't an island, and neither are we. We reach across our mentor network to bring you podcasts on everything from how to finish that project to how to take care of your beautiful mind. Here on the Academic Life channel, we embrace a broad definition of what it means to be an academic and to lead an academic life. We view education as a transformative human endeavor and are inspired by today's knowledge-producers working inside and outside the academy. Wish we'd bring on an expert about something? DMs us on Twitter: @AcademicLifeNBN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/academic-life

Ever felt uncertain about how to manage the academic mid-career stage? This episode explores: Why the mid-career stage is so important to mid-career faculty. Strategies for taking control of your mid-career advancement plans. Equity issues surrounding women, academic mothers, and faculty of color. The importance of the department chair for mid-career faculty. Being strategic about your mentoring needs in mid-career. Two critical considerations for mid-career faculty developing programs. Our guest is: Dr. Vicki L Baker, author of Managing Your Academic Career: A Guide to Re-Envision Mid-Career (Routledge). Vicki is the E. Maynard Aris Endowed Professor in Economics and Management at Albion College and serves as the Faculty Director of the Albion College Community Collaborative (AC3), Co-Chair of the Economics & Management Department, and instructor for Penn State University's World Campus. Prior to joining the academy as a faculty member, Vicki worked at Harvard Business School (Executive Education) and AK Steel Corporation. Vicki is the author of 90 peer-reviewed articles, chapters, invited works, and several books. Recognized as a “Top 100 Visionary” in Education by the Global Forum for Education and Learning (20-21), Vicki is at the forefront of innovation and strategy in faculty and leadership development; her goal is to help faculty members and colleges and universities thrive. She earned her PhD (Higher Education) and MS (Management & Organization) from Penn State University, MBA from Clarion University and BS from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Vicki also holds a certificate in Human Resource Management from Villanova University and is a certified professional in HR from the Society for Human Resource Management. Our host is: Dr. Dana M. Malone, co-producer and co-host of The Academic Life channel. Dana is energized by facilitating meaningful conversations and educational experiences for folks across the academy and beyond. Dana is the author of From Single to Serious: Relationships, Gender, and Sexuality on American Evangelical Campuses, (Rutgers UP). Listeners to this episode may also be interested in: New Directions in Higher Education volume, Bridging the Research-Practice Nexus: Resources, Tools, and Strategies to Navigate Mid-Career in the Academy. Edited by Vick L. Baker and Aimee LaPointe Terosky. The Evolving Faculty Affairs Landscape - a compilation of publications from Inside HigherEd focused on faculty (several focused at mid-career). This Academic Life channel conversation with Vicki Baker on navigating mid-career choices as a faculty member. This Academic Life channel conversation with Laura Gail Lunsford on how to create a mentor network. How to Chair a Department by Kevin Dettmar (Johns Hopkins). Unraveling Faculty Burnout: Pathways to Reckoning and Renewal by Rebecca Pope-Ruark (Johns Hopkins). Welcome to The Academic Life! You are smart and capable, but you aren't an island, and neither are we. We reach across our mentor network to bring you podcasts on everything from how to finish that project to how to take care of your beautiful mind. Here on the Academic Life channel, we embrace a broad definition of what it means to be an academic and to lead an academic life. We view education as a transformative human endeavor and are inspired by today's knowledge-producers working inside and outside the academy. Wish we'd bring on an expert about something? DMs us on Twitter: @AcademicLifeNBN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/education

Ever felt uncertain about how to manage the academic mid-career stage? This episode explores: Why the mid-career stage is so important to mid-career faculty. Strategies for taking control of your mid-career advancement plans. Equity issues surrounding women, academic mothers, and faculty of color. The importance of the department chair for mid-career faculty. Being strategic about your mentoring needs in mid-career. Two critical considerations for mid-career faculty developing programs. Our guest is: Dr. Vicki L Baker, author of Managing Your Academic Career: A Guide to Re-Envision Mid-Career (Routledge). Vicki is the E. Maynard Aris Endowed Professor in Economics and Management at Albion College and serves as the Faculty Director of the Albion College Community Collaborative (AC3), Co-Chair of the Economics & Management Department, and instructor for Penn State University's World Campus. Prior to joining the academy as a faculty member, Vicki worked at Harvard Business School (Executive Education) and AK Steel Corporation. Vicki is the author of 90 peer-reviewed articles, chapters, invited works, and several books. Recognized as a “Top 100 Visionary” in Education by the Global Forum for Education and Learning (20-21), Vicki is at the forefront of innovation and strategy in faculty and leadership development; her goal is to help faculty members and colleges and universities thrive. She earned her PhD (Higher Education) and MS (Management & Organization) from Penn State University, MBA from Clarion University and BS from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Vicki also holds a certificate in Human Resource Management from Villanova University and is a certified professional in HR from the Society for Human Resource Management. Our host is: Dr. Dana M. Malone, co-producer and co-host of The Academic Life channel. Dana is energized by facilitating meaningful conversations and educational experiences for folks across the academy and beyond. Dana is the author of From Single to Serious: Relationships, Gender, and Sexuality on American Evangelical Campuses, (Rutgers UP). Listeners to this episode may also be interested in: New Directions in Higher Education volume, Bridging the Research-Practice Nexus: Resources, Tools, and Strategies to Navigate Mid-Career in the Academy. Edited by Vick L. Baker and Aimee LaPointe Terosky. The Evolving Faculty Affairs Landscape - a compilation of publications from Inside HigherEd focused on faculty (several focused at mid-career). This Academic Life channel conversation with Vicki Baker on navigating mid-career choices as a faculty member. This Academic Life channel conversation with Laura Gail Lunsford on how to create a mentor network. How to Chair a Department by Kevin Dettmar (Johns Hopkins). Unraveling Faculty Burnout: Pathways to Reckoning and Renewal by Rebecca Pope-Ruark (Johns Hopkins). Welcome to The Academic Life! You are smart and capable, but you aren't an island, and neither are we. We reach across our mentor network to bring you podcasts on everything from how to finish that project to how to take care of your beautiful mind. Here on the Academic Life channel, we embrace a broad definition of what it means to be an academic and to lead an academic life. We view education as a transformative human endeavor and are inspired by today's knowledge-producers working inside and outside the academy. Wish we'd bring on an expert about something? DMs us on Twitter: @AcademicLifeNBN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Taylor has coached basketball at various levels all over the world.  He most recently served as the Head Coach of the Fraser Valley Bandits professional team in Canada.  From 2014 to 2021 Mike was the Polish National Team Coach where he led Poland from FIBA world rank #42 to #13.  He also guided Poland to their first World Cup in 52 years and only their second overall. Mike served as an assistant coach for the Czech Republic National Team from 2009-2013.  He has coached professionally in Germany and England.  In addition to his experience overseas has coached with the Maine Red Claws in the NBA G League, the Rio Grande Valley Vipers, the Kansas Cagerz, and the Dodge City legends. Mike started his coaching career at a graduate assistant coach at Clarion University followed by stints as an assistant at Indiana University of Pennsylvania and Pittsburg State before heading overseas to coach professionally in Germany. If you're looking to improve your coaching please consider joining the Hoop Heads Mentorship Program.  We believe that having a mentor is the best way to maximize your potential and become a transformational coach. By matching you up with one of our experienced mentors you'll develop a one on one relationship that will help your coaching, your team, your program, and your mindset.  The Hoop Heads Mentorship Program delivers mentoring services to basketball coaches at all levels through our team of experienced Head Coaches. Find out more at hoopheadspod.com or shoot me an email directly mike@hoopheadspod.com Follow us on social media @hoopheadspod on Twitter and Instagram and be sure to check out the Hoop Heads Podcast Network for more great basketball content. Take some notes as you listen to this episode with Mike Taylor, International Basketball Coach. LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-taylor-5b3a51223 (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-taylor-5b3a51223) Email -  miket_15@hotmail.com

Eger On this week's OC Office Hours are joined by Charlie Eger who will be the TE coach for the XFL Vegas team. The topic today is focused on find a way to get a first down when the match-ups are particularly tough. Coach Eger served most recently as the running backs coach for the Ottawa Red Blacks with extensive coaching experience at the collegiate level, including serving as the Interim Offensive Coordinator at Clarion University. Prior to that, Eger spent six seasons as an assistant coach at Seton Hill University, working as the offensive coordinator while also coaching the offensive line (2014-17) and serving as recruiting coordinator.  The Seton Hill offense was strong under Eger, consistently ranking among the best units in the conference and in some instances the nation. Eger has also been involved with professional teams during his career.  He was a guest coach with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers and has helped out at OTAs with the St. Louis Rams and Pittsburgh Steelers. -Win their down and protect the QB -Continue to make it look like football -Struggles o n 3rd down -The 3rd and long trap as an offensive coordinator -Sometimes you don't have to get it to the sticks -Screens and quicks as an answer -Hidden 3rd down yardage in the game -Taking a big picture approach -Change the way the defense feels -Receivers as runners -Sell the actions that you are known for -Communication on third to let the players know what you want -There must be constants that are not deviated from -Tony Franklin's perfect route -Make them uncomfortable to give yourself a little advantage -How to practice it -Maximizing time with circuits -Example - screen circuit -Block out the time for progression of OL first -Concept teach period -Cumulative effect of reps Related: Tony Franklin on OC Office Hour https://soundcloud.com/user-804678956/the-oc-office-hour-mid-season-a-time-look-in-the-mirror-tony-franklin Jaime Elizondo on OC Office Hour https://soundcloud.com/user-804678956/the-oc-office-hour-an-approach-to-situational-focus-jamie-elizondo-oc-xfl-san-antonio?utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing Tony Franklin on the “Perfect” drill https://soundcloud.com/user-804678956/from-the-archives-tony-franklin-developing-as-an-offensive-coordinator Alternative Short Yardage Strategy https://blogs.usafootball.com/blog/7655/alternative-short-yardage-strategy The 3rd Down No Read Progression Strategy https://blogs.usafootball.com/blog/7670/the-no-progression-third-down-and-red-zone-strategy

Welcome back to Clearing the Way. A resource for small business. I talk with sales and HR experts, other small business owners, and anyone else that can provide you with information to clear your way to success.  Today's Topic is a little different: Buying a Home as a New Business Owner Topics Covered: Preparing to purchase a home How much cash is needed? What is different for a business owner? My guest today is Bob Stienstraw. Real Estate Agent with RiverPoint Realty, Managing Owner of Leading Properties and Co-Owner of ACE Atlantic Investments. Bob graduated from Clarion University in 2015 with a Bachelors in Business Administration. He has worked in Real Estate since then. Bob and I graduated together, played sports together all through school, and have been friends for years. Bob Stienstraw Website: https://www.riverpointpgh.com/meet-the-team/robert-stienstraw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-stienstraw-4308a1a8/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Bob-Stienstraw-Team-Real-Estate-Professionals-820412404691981 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stienstraw96/

R. Christian Bohlen is a professional communicator. He is a #1 Amazon best-selling author and an award-winning consultant to Fortune 500 companies, providing instructional design services and developing human performance improvement programs. He has been involved in ministry and church leadership for more than 30 years and worked for over a decade with juvenile offenders as an educator. He's enjoyed a successful career in corporate training, resulting in prestigious personal and team awards including the 2013 Brandon Hall Silver award and the 2015 ISPI Outstanding Human Performance Improvement award. He holds a Master of Science degree in Communications from Clarion University of Pennsylvania. Christian has been active in his faith throughout most of his life, serving in his church family and witnessing of Christ to many. He speaks regularly at congregations in central PA and central FL. His interest in writing Christian learning materials developed twenty-five years ago as he looked for simple resources to help youth understand the Bible and find Christ. Unable to find brief, plain-English materials about the life of Jesus, he decided to begin writing and ultimately blogging.   https://rchristianbohlen.com/ https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09BZV95NZ/ http://StormyMarriage.info

Alvin's humble begining starts in Aliquippa, there he's a baskeball standout and earns a scholarship to Clarion University of PA. On the college level he is a stand out earning All-American honors  setting up an opportunity to play at the profesionally level. After graduation he falls short of his dream to play at the professional level soon after Alvin's life took a dramatic turn he was using drugs to get through life.Watch the full episode on YouTubeResources Mentioned:Alvin's Book: Playing Defense Against the Inner ManAlvin inducted in 2022 to the Pittsburgh Basketball Club Legends Hall of FameSupport the LYM Podcast:Subscribe to our YouTube channelLeave us a review on Apple Podcasts or SpotifyVisit our website Download our LYM mobile app (available on iOS and Android)Join our mailing listSend a gift to our host VinceWant to sponsor episodes of LYM? Reach out to us on our website!Empowering NonprofitsMy mission is to empower those who empower others! Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

Mark Watts is currently the Principal at St. Catharine elementary school in Columbus Ohio. Formerly, Watts was the Director of Education at elitefts.com and the host of the Elitefts Sports Performance Podcast. He has a Masters Degree in Exercise Science & Health Promotion from California University of PA and a Masters Degree in Elementary Education from Clarion University of PA. He has held professional certifications through the NSCA, CSCCa, NASM, and USAW. Watts has worked with college athletes in over 20 different sports at the Division I, II & III levels for over 15 years as a strength & conditioning and/or football coach at institutions such as Denison University, The United States Military Academy at West Point, Allegheny College and Clarion University. He has also completed internships at The Ohio State University and the University of Tulsa. Watts played college football at Clarion University and has competed in powerlifting, strongman, and Olympic Weightlifting. He is originally from Pittsburgh, PA and is a USMC veteran. Contact him at Instagram : https://instagram.com/mj_dubs.xiii?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Welcome to Breaking Down Boxes. We have compelling conversations with entrepreneurs in the packaging space. In this episode, we talk with Jeff Pallini, President, Fosber America. Pallini shares how his company created a culture built around a customer service model taught to him by his father, “Commitment to the Customer to Work Harder Than Anyone in the Industry to Make Our Customer Happy.” With his upfront personality, listeners will learn how his involved approach to hiring the right team members fosters this culture. He also explains how the accident that took his hand changed him and the work he does to help others in the industry take responsibility for their own safety. Originally from Pittsburgh. Jeff got his degree from Clarion University of PA. He then became a service engineer for Perini tissue converting equipment. Then sales and management at Perini before starting Fosber in 1988. In the next episode Jerry Frisch, President, Wasatch Container New episodes drop the first Monday of every month. Remember to rate, review, and subscribe! This podcast is brought to you by AICC, The Independent Packaging Association. Learn more at www.AICCbox.org.

Today's guest on the Writer's Parachute, Guiding Author and Writer dreams to a perfect landing®...is:  Jen Selinsky, Award Winning Children's AuthorBe sure to follow the Writer's Parachute on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @WriterParachutehttps://www.facebook.com/writerparachute/https://www.instagram.com/writerparachute/https://www.twitter.com/writerparachute/Jen's Bio:Jen Selinsky  earned her bachelor's degree in English from Clarion University of Pennsylvania. In 2004, she earned her master's degree in library science. Jen is a former librarian, who focuses on her writing career, with more than 200 published books, many in poetry. Her work is available Worldwide. She has also been featured in: The Courier Journal, Pen It! Magazine, Explorer Magazine, Liphar Magazine, and Indiana Libraries. She works as  Senior Editor for Pen It! Publications, and Editor for Pen & Pulpit Magazine, Hydra Publications, and Seventh Star Press. Jen is a freelance writer for The News and Tribune. She  proofreads, edits, and ghostwrites books for  clients. One of her children's books, You Are You! won the IMADJINN Award for Best Children's Book 2019. Jen lives in Sellersburg, IN with her husband. Reach Up For The Sunrise: A Duran Duran Biographyhttps://www.amazon.com/Reach-Up-Sunrise-Duran-Biography-ebook/dp/B092JFH5RW/This biographical work spans Duran Duran's career from their beginning in 1978 until the present day. Having sold over 100 million albums, Duran Duran's story is one of both success and durability. Despite a few line‐up changes throughout the years, the band has kept faithful to its ideals and continues to sell records and fill large concert arenas wherever they tour. From the classic years of the early eighties with hits such as "Planet Earth", "Girls on Film", "Hungry Like the Wolf", "Save a Prayer" and "Rio", through the late eighties and the nineties with guitarist Warren Cuccurullo and back again with the classic “Fab Five” line‐up, right through to the present day and the most recent album release, Paper Gods, Reach Up For The Sunrise chronicles all the highs and lows of this hardworking and still hugely popular band.You Are You! https://www.amazon.com/You-Are-Jen-Selinsky/dp/1950454207/Every child should be encouraged to be confident in who they are.   You Are You! encourages children to be themselves, no matter what size, height, color, or personality they are!  This adorable story by Jen Selinsky is brought to life with illustrations by Em Vickers.  Have you ever had an imaginary friend?This book is full of all sorts of imaginary friends.Could one be yours?Alongside each colored story page is a coloring page that you can make your own.Bunny's Song Coloring Bookhttps://www.amazon.com/Bunnys-Song-Coloring-Book-Selinsky/dp/1976346630/Mr. Bunny has an idea. He wants to write a song. But what will he write about? Follow Bunny as he talks to his friends in the forest and soon discovers he has the perfect lyrics to a songConnect with Jen Selinsky here:Website:

Born in Bangor, North Wales and raised in Brighton, Ian Whyte was 7'1" tall by the time he he was 17 years old. Ian always stood out from the crowd. Tall, slim and athletic, little did he know of his future career in the limelight however, Ian endured sometimes savage bullying throughout his school years. After discovering basketball in his teens, he quickly caught the attention of national team scouts who saw his physical attributes and determination as invaluable assets and he quickly progressed to the junior national team ranks. However, Ian lived in fear of being emotionally and creatively expressive for fear of more ridicule, so he was keen to escape school at the earliest possible opportunity. He spent a year at Henry Hudson High School in New Jersey, where he again attracted the attention of basketball scouts, earning sports scholarships to Iona College in New York and Clarion University in Pennsylvania. Ian returned to England in 1994 to play for the London Towers, a new franchise owned by the music promoter Barry Marshall. Still eager to find himself Ian only stayed a season with the Towers, transferring to their rival team across town, The London Leopards. As Europe freely opened its doors to sportsmen and women from across the continent, Ian played for teams across France, Belgium, Greece and Portugal, winning the domestic treble; League, cup and playoff championships with F.C. Porto in 1997. Ian returned to England soon after to play for the Newcastle Eagles, a place that would become his home until his retirement from the game in 2003. Throughout his career Ian tirelessly distinguished himself, representing his country 80 times. In 2003 Ian received a phone call that would change the whole course of his life. By his own admission he was keen to retire on his terms rather than through injury or old age, he responded to a casting call for the new film Alien vs Predator. His success in gaining the role is a matter of history, but personally it was a tremendous victory for him to finally find an outlet for his emotional creativity. Ian was fortunate to work alongside such luminaries as the Oscar winning special effects duo Alec Gillis and Tom Woodruff Jr as well as Oscar winning VFX supervisor John Bruno. He also met soon to be double Oscar winning makeup effects artist Mark Coulier who advised him to get in touch with Nick Dudman, the creature effects supervisor for the Harry Potter franchise. Upon completion of filming on AVP Ian travelled back to England and straight into the world of Harry Potter. Not credited as an actor this time, Ian was hired to help bring to life the character of Madame Maxime played by the sublime Francis De La Tour. Ian worked full time for an entire year on the film, faithfully doubling The character who was the full size 8'6" tall. During this time Ian found himself in great demand, but had to turn down roles on The Hitchhikers guide to the Galaxy and a worldwide tour with Cirque du Soleil. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/steven-cuoco/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/steven-cuoco/support

Brett Jones is a Certified Athletic Trainer and Strength and Conditioning Specialist based in Pittsburgh, PA. Mr. Jones holds a Bachelor of Science in Sports Medicine from High Point University, a Master of Science in Rehabilitative Sciences from Clarion University of Pennsylvania and is a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).Brett is currently the Director of Education for StrongFirst and presenter and advisory board member for Functional Movement Systems. With over 25 years of experience, Brett has been sought out to consult with professional teams and athletes, as well as present throughout the United States and internationally.As an Athletic Trainer who has transitioned into the fitness industry, Brett has taught kettlebell techniques and principles since 2003. He has taught for Functional Movement Systems (FMS) since 2006, and has created multiple DVDs and manuals with world-renowned physical therapist Gray Cook, including the widely-praised “Secrets of…” series.Brett continues to evolve his approach to training and teaching, and is passionate about improving the quality of education for the fitness industry.

Welcome to this episode of the Aussie English podcast! We got another man of science in the podcast today! This guy like me is another science lover - he got his bachelor's degree in Biotechnology and Molecular Biology from Clarion University and his PhD in Molecular Biology from Carnegie Mellon University. Meet Dr. Dan Wilson, creator of the YouTube channel Debunk the Funk with Dr. Wilson! In his channel, he debunks the claims of anti vaxxers, the covid deniers, and various misinformation that's circling the Internet. In this last instalment of my 4-part interview with Dr Wilson, we talk about the origins of the COVID 19 virus. Specifically, we talk about whether or not it came from a natural source versus a lab leak, where it was introduced from a lab into the population. Instead of, say, coming directly through animals, we talk about what evidence we need to see to be 100% certain that it was one or the other, a natural origin or a lab leak. We also talk about why it's been so fuzzy and difficult to come to a definite conclusion on this. We also chat about why China immediately started to cover up everything related to the virus and clamp down on any investigation into its origins and much more. See you in the next episode! ** Want to wear the kookaburra shirt? ** Get yours here at https://aussieenglish.com.au/shirt

Welcome to this episode of the Aussie English podcast! We got another man of science in the podcast today! This guy like me is another science lover - he got his bachelor's degree in Biotechnology and Molecular Biology from Clarion University and his PhD in Molecular Biology from Carnegie Mellon University. Meet Dr. Dan Wilson, creator of the YouTube channel Debunk the Funk with Dr. Wilson! In his channel, he debunks the claims of anti vaxxers, the covid deniers, and various misinformation that's circling the Internet. This is part three of a four part series, so if you missed the first two episodes, go back and listen to those first! Today we talk about the controversial drugs, ivermectin and hydroxychloroquine, and what the science says about whether or not they are effective in the treatment of COVID 19. We talk about the ethical and moral responsibility of celebrities, with huge audiences hosting controversial figures on their platform who've been shown to spread misinformation about COVID in the past. We also talk about the recent episode with Robert Malone on the Joe Rogan Experience podcast - they talked about so much misinformation about Covid and Covid vaccines that music artists on Spotify protested against their controversial episode! We talk about Pierre Kory and Peter McCullough turning up on the Dark Horse podcast with Bret Weinstein as well. We talk about if there's ever a limit of freedom of speech, particularly when facing something like a pandemic. Could it be that politicians and other political figures and public figures are intentionally lying to the public in order to try and achieve a good outcome? -- Remember when Dr Anthony Fauci of the US claimed that masks didn't work early in the pandemic so that he could save masks and other PPE for medical workers. See you in the next episode! ** Want to wear the kookaburra shirt? ** Get yours here at https://aussieenglish.com.au/shirt

Brian Fritz is an archaeologist and inventor that saw an issue with deep digging in Pennsylvania. To help out he developed a new machine that can basically do an auger test down to 7 meters, log the levels along the way, and there's an attached mechanized screen. It's a pretty cool system and we hear how he developed it and what he hopes to do in the future with this new system. Brian's Bio Brian L. Fritz is the Principle Archaeological Investigator for Quemahoning, LLC, a cultural resources consulting business that specializes in geoarchaeology, soil geomorphology, and GIS solutions for archaeological problems. Mr. Fritz has earned a B.S. in geology and a B.A. in Anthropology from Clarion University of Pennsylvania, and M.S. in Geology at the University of Akron. Interested in learning about how to use X-Rays and similar technology in archaeology? Check out the linked PaleoImaging course from James Elliot! For rough transcripts of this episode go to www.archpodnet.com/archaeotech/175 Links ArchaeologyX on Youtube Contact Chris Webster Twitter: @archeowebby Email: chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.com Paul Zimmerman Twitter: @lugal Email: paul@lugal.com ArchPodNet APN Website: https://www.archpodnet.com APN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnet APN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnet APN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnet Tee Public Store Affiliates Wildnote TeePublic Timeular

Brian Fritz is an archaeologist and inventor that saw an issue with deep digging in Pennsylvania. To help out he developed a new machine that can basically do an auger test down to 7 meters, log the levels along the way, and there's an attached mechanized screen. It's a pretty cool system and we hear how he developed it and what he hopes to do in the future with this new system. Brian's Bio Brian L. Fritz is the Principle Archaeological Investigator for Quemahoning, LLC, a cultural resources consulting business that specializes in geoarchaeology, soil geomorphology, and GIS solutions for archaeological problems. Mr. Fritz has earned a B.S. in geology and a B.A. in Anthropology from Clarion University of Pennsylvania, and M.S. in Geology at the University of Akron. Interested in learning about how to use X-Rays and similar technology in archaeology? Check out the linked PaleoImaging course from James Elliot! For rough transcripts of this episode go to www.archpodnet.com/archaeotech/175 Links ArchaeologyX on Youtube Contact Chris Webster Twitter: @archeowebby Email: chris@archaeologypodcastnetwork.com Paul Zimmerman Twitter: @lugal Email: paul@lugal.com ArchPodNet APN Website: https://www.archpodnet.com APN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnet APN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnet APN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnet Tee Public Store Affiliates Wildnote TeePublic Timeular

Welcome to this episode of the Aussie English podcast! We got another man of science in the podcast today! This guy like me is another science lover - he got his bachelor's degree in Biotechnology and Molecular Biology from Clarion University and his PhD in Molecular Biology from Carnegie Mellon University. Meet Dr. Dan Wilson, creator of the YouTube channel Debunk the Funk with Dr. Wilson! In his channel, he debunks the claims of anti vaxxers, the covid deniers, and various misinformation that's circling the Internet. In this second instalment of this 4-part series of interviews, we talk about the technology of different COVID vaccines and how they work. Like how the body's immune system works when injected with a vaccine for fighting disease. How we know the COVID vaccines are safe and effective based on the science. Also, what science has to say about these vaccines, how the scientific method works, and the incentives of scientists and big pharma! We also discuss why the Pfizer and Moderna mRNA vaccines are so controversial amongst anti-vaxxers. Lastly, we talk about why, if you could show the vaccines didn't work using science, you'd become the most famous scientist alive today! See you in the next episode! ** Want to wear the kookaburra shirt? ** Get yours here at https://aussieenglish.com.au/shirt

Mr. Henry and Mr. Fite had the pleasure of chatting with Dr. Henry Alviani. Dr. Alviani is one of Mr. Henry's former college professors! Dr. Alviani has a rich knowledge of choral music as a singer, conductor, and composer. Here's a little more info about Dr. Alviani: Henry Alviani is Director of Choral and Vocal Music Studies and Assistant Professor of Music at Clarion University of Pennsylvania. He earned the BA in Music Education from Mount St. Mary's College, Los Angeles; the MM in Choral Conducting from California State University, Fullerton; and the DMA in Choral Music from Arizona State University. His conducting instructors include Paul Salamunovich, Howard Swan, and Douglas McEwen. He twice performed with Helmuth Rilling at the Oregon Bach Festival, once as a member of the Conductor's Master Class. He also worked extensively with John Cooksey at CSUF. After twelve years as a public junior and senior high school choral director in Southern California, he has directed choral ensembles of all kinds and has taught studio and class voice, choral conducting and methods, and music theory and history at the college level since 1993. Currently he also sings with the Pittsburgh Opera Chorus.  On to the show! Check out our YouTube channel: Remember to Share and Subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdGhqK_DWpRIKS45ICqN3eQ   ***Classroom Teachers and Homeschoolers***  Find our digital resource to help enhance your classroom HERE!   Like us on Facebook!    Support The Music Podcast for kids on Patreon HERE!   Mr. Fite Check out original fun and educational music from Mr. Fite at  https://brucefite.com/music and subscribe to Mr. Fite's YouTube Channel   Mr. Henry Are you looking for affordable piano lessons for your 6-10-year-old? Start the music journey with Mr. Henry by taking a sneak peek into the Premier Membership with the free mini-piano course! https://www.mrhenrysmusicworld.com/piano   FREE Rock Out Loud Online Music Teaching Platform  [Disclosure: The Music Podcast for Kids is an affiliate of Rock Out Loud which means we receive a percentage of sales if a teacher decides to upgrade the service. There is no additional cost to the user. Our link gives access to the app for free as well!]

Building with players from my era is always special because it allows me to get a different perspective on how they saw the game and their journeys. But I'm a student of the game and love soaking up knowledge from the real OG's of the game! We have one of those OG's tapping in with us! Hailing from Brooklyn, NY, this outstanding hooper spent his high school career at Sheepshead Bay High School where he made a name for himself after averaging 27.5 points a game and 10 assists as a senior! In 1990 he was apart of one of the most historic classes in NYC high school basketball history! After tearing up the PSAL, this hooper went on to play briefly at Clarion University in Pennsylvania before finding a home at St. Leo University in the sunshine state! At St. Leo's he went on to become one of the greatest players in school history! Holding the record for all time assist and steals, this baller led the Sunshine State Conference in assist 3 straight seasons! After a Hall Of Fame collegiate career, this brother has gone on to influence his community to a greater level as he continues to teach, coach, train, and pour knowledge into the youth! Tap in with us for Episode 66 as we have the honor of chopping it up with Mr. Joey ‘Magic' Brauer! Great conversation ahead, don't miss it! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Dr. Michael Reed is currently serving as the Vice President for Academic Affairs & Provost for the Pennsylvania College of Technology.  The Pennsylvania College of Technology is a national leader in applied technologies and a special affiliate of the Pennslyvania State University (Penn State). Prior to the provost role, Mike served as the Vice President for Academic Operations, and as the Dean and Assistant Dean for the School of Sciences, Humanities and Visual Communications.  In all of these roles, Mike has had the opportunity to work closely with industry and faculty experts to ensure students are equipped to advance within their chosen degree fields. Prior to joining the Pennsylvania College of Technology, Mike worked in public education for over 20 years, most recently serving as the principal for the Williamsport Area High School, a large urban public high school in Williamsport, PA and at SciTech High School, a STEM magnet school in Harrisburg, PA. At Williamsport, Mike worked closely with Advanced Placement and career and technical education programs to assist in the transformation of their high school, and at SciTech, he worked diligently to connect students and teachers with high demand, industry leaders and the local colleges. Both high schools created a culture of rigor and relevance and demonstrated historic achievement growth in all areas measured by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. Mike earned his bachelor of science degree in secondary education through Clarion University.  He completed his master's degree and school counseling certification at Indiana University of Pennsylvania, and his school administrative certifications were awarded through the Pennsylvania State University.  Michael completed his doctoral studies through Drexel University with a focus on innovation and a concentration in educational leadership.  Michael has an extensive background in collaborative and system leadership, innovation, career readiness, instructional design, formative assessments, comprehensive literacy, problem-based learning, data driven decision-making, instructional coaching, and professional development. Michael is active in the community, recently serving the Salvation Army as their board's vice chairperson, and he currently serves on the Lycoming County Chamber of Commerce's Advisory Board. In addition, Mike routinely volunteers in youth development programs and assists at a local outdoor conservation club. 

Clarion University professors, Dr. Marc Sanko and Dr. Jeffrey Diamond, recently launched the podcast “Stories from the Pennsylvania Wilds,” where they showcase these important pieces of history from across the Wilds region. Join us as they talk about the genesis of their show and what's coming up next.

Patricia Thrushart has published three books of poetry, Little Girl Against The Wall, Yin and Yang, and Sanctity: Poems from Northern Appalachia. Her work appears regularly in The Watershed Journal, a regional literary magazine of Northwestern Pennsylvania, and on the website North/South Appalachia. Her poems have been published in Tiny Seed, Clarion University's Tobeco, The Avocet, Still Point Arts Quarterly, The Pittsburgh Post Gazette, Bridge Literary Arts Journal, Feminine Collective, Curating Alexandria, High Shelf Press, and The Northern Appalachia Review. Several of her poems have won awards from both the Pennsylvania Poetry Society and the National Federation of State Poetry Societies. Her first narrative nonfiction book, Cursed: The Life and Tragic Death of Marion Alsobrook Stahlman, will be published in October 2021, by Adelaide Books of New York.

Preorder your copy of my new book, Targeted Self-Care https://publishizer.com/targeted-self-care/ and share with a friend! In this episode of Girl You So Random, I had the pleasure of speaking with Jamie Rockymore-Bess. We discussed her Black owned magazine, Helpful Living, the importance of mental health awareness and much more. Jamie Rockymore-Bess is the Founder of Helpful Living Magazine, a mental health magazine that educates readers about mental health/wellness. Jamie graduated with a B.A in Psychology from Clarion University of Pennsylvania. Helpful Living Magazine gives clinicians, clients, business owners, supporters, and advocates a place where they can discuss mental health with articles written from their perspective. Helpful Living Magazine is always looking for submission topics and is currently providing space for therapists to promote their practice in the resource section of the magazine. You can follow her on IG @HelpfulLivingMag Twitter @ Jamie Rockymore Facebook Page Helpful Living Mag or visit her website at HelpfulLivingMag.com This episode is sponsored by Tazaryach and Lily's creations, fragrance oil and whipped body butter. It's the absolute best oils and body butters anywhere. You can buy their products at www.tlc1214.com Intro/Outro beats by: @chosenbeats on Soundcloud Vocals by: Canary on IG @canary_uncaged Follow GYRS on IG @drhollycoaching Email me your random experiences: drhollycoaching@gmail.com

Brett Jones is StrongFirst's Director of Education. He is also a Certified Athletic Trainer and Strength and Conditioning Specialist based in Pittsburgh, PA. Mr. Jones holds a Bachelor of Science in Sports Medicine from High Point University, a Master of Science in Rehabilitative Sciences from Clarion University of Pennsylvania, and is a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) from the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).With over twenty years of experience, Brett has been sought out to consult with professional teams and athletes, as well as present throughout the United States and internationally.As an athletic trainer who has transitioned into the fitness industry, Brett has taught kettlebell techniques and principles since 2003. He has taught for Functional Movement Systems (FMS) since 2006, and has created multiple DVDs and manuals with world-renowned physical therapist Gray Cook, including the widely-praised “Secrets of…” series.How to find Brett:strongfirst.comfunctionalmovement.com@brettjonessfg on InstagramWelcome of the Strength of Purpose Podcast where Josh Jewett, NASM-CPT, FMS1, SFG1, owner of Strength of Purpose, and Dr. Phil Finemore, PT, DPT, Cert. DN, Cert. VRS, owner of WorkFitME Mobile Physical Therapy, have a goal of helping busy Maine professionals find the mental, emotional, and physical strength to fulfill their true purpose in life. Our mission is to approach the topic of wellness holistically and show you how outer and inner strength can spill over to all areas of life, creating waves of positive change in its path.It would mean so much to us if you took the time to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast. Please share with family, friends, and coworkers so they too can learn more about how to find their inner strength to fulfill their true purpose in life.Find Strength of Purpose Podcast on social media:Facebook: www.facebook.com/strengthofpurposepodIG: @strengthofpurposepodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5x3bhLFf-I2hUxQuXgMdSQFind Dr. Phil and WorkFitME on social media:Facebook: www.facebook.com/phil.finemore and www.facebook.com/workfitmeIG: @drphilptdpt and @workfitmeTwitter: @drphilptdpt and @workfitmeLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drphilptdpt and www.linkedin.com/company/workfitmeFind Josh and Strength of Purpose on social media:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joshua.jewett.14 of www.facebook.com/strengthofpurpose207IG: @strengthofpurpose207

Philip Terman is the author of eight books of poetry, most recently, Our Portion: New and Selected Poems. A selection of his poems, My Dear Friend Kafka was translated into Arabic and published in Damascus, Syria. His poems have appeared in Poetry Magazine, The Kenyon Review, The Georgia Review, The Sun Magazine, and been included in a mural by James Simon, “The Singing Musicians” at the Squirrel Hill Food Pantry. He's a professor of English at Clarion University, and the coordinator of The Bridge Literary and Arts Center in Franklin, Pennsylvania. More information can be found at www.philipterman.com.

Born and raised in Pennsylvania's coal country Damian Dressick is the author of the novel 40 Patchtown (Bottom Dog Press). His creative work has appeared in more than fifty literary journals and anthologies, including W.W. Norton's New Micro, Post Road, New Orleans Review, Cutbank, failbetter.com, Hippocampus, Smokelong Quarterly, HeartWood, and New World Writing. A Blue Mountain Residency Fellow, Dressick is the winner of the Harriette Arnow Award and the Jesse Stuart Prize. His story collection Fables of Deconstruction is forthcoming from CLASH Books in early 2021. He co-hosts WCONA: LIVE!, a virtual reading series that brings some of the best Appalachian writers to the world. Dressick teaches writing at Clarion University of Pennsylvania.To learn more about Damian and to order his work, visit his website: DamianDressick.com

A nationally recognized advocate and leader for the advancement of music education, Scott Sheehan is the Director of Bands and Music Department Chairperson at the Hollidaysburg Area Senior High School in Hollidaysburg, PA where he directs the Symphonic Wind Ensemble, Concert Band, Jazz Band, Marching Band and teaches AP Music Theory, Fundamentals of Guitar, and an elective course Rock, Rap, and Revolution!. During his tenure at Hollidaysburg, the school district has been named one of the Best Communities for Music Education in the United States by the NAMM Foundation for the past nine years. In addition to his duties at Hollidaysburg, Mr. Sheehan serves as the President-Elect (2020-2022) for the National Association for Music Education and is the Program Chair for the NAfME All-National Honors Ensembles. He served as the NAfME Eastern Division President for from 2015-2017 where he served on the Executive Committee and Finance Committee. As an active member of the Pennsylvania Music Educators Association, Mr. Sheehan served as State President, as well as the District 6 Vice President and the District 4 President and Curriculum and Instruction State Representative. He coordinates the PMEA Leadership Academy, serves on the PMEA Mentoring Program Steering Committee, and is coordinator of the PMEA Model Curriculum & Assessment Steering Committee. Mr. Sheehan is an Educational Clinician for Conn-Selmer and is a consultant for strategic planning and association development. He served as the NAfME Mentor for Band, and he was recognized at the state level as a Pennsylvania Keystone Technology Integrator by the Department of Education. He also served on the Educator Effectiveness Stakeholders Steering Committee for the Department of Education and served as a lead teacher for the implementation of the Student Learning Objectives initiative for PDE. He is a member of Phi Beta Mu, the International Bandmasters Fraternity, was named Teacher of the Year in 2013 by the Hollidaysburg Area School District, and received the Outstanding Music Educator Award from Penn State University's College of Arts and Architecture in 2016. Mr. Sheehan was a finalist for the 2019 GRAMMY Music Educator Award and is an active guest conductor and clinician throughout the country. He performs trumpet with the Hollidaysburg Community Band where he also serves as the group's Associate Conductor. Additionally, he performs with the Altoona Brass Collective and the Blair County Brassworks for various community events and local church services. Scott holds a B.S. Degree in Music Education and a B.M. Degree in Music Marketing from Clarion University, and holds a Master's Degree in Music Education from the Pennsylvania State University. Scott and his wife Amy are the proud parents of their daughter Ellie. You can find more about Scott on his website at https://sheehanmusiced.wixsite.com/website --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/musicast-podcast/support