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**Breaking Ground as a First-Generation Trailblazer**  In this episode of SA Voices From The Field Dr. Jill Creighton had the chance to speak with Alejandra Campoverdi, a formidable force advocating for women's health and an inspiration for many first-generation college students. Her memoir, 'First Gen: A Memoir,' beautifully encapsulates the emotional complexities that accompany the breaking of generational barriers, a theme that resonates deeply with many of our podcast's listeners. Alejandra's narrative is both personal and universal, detailing her own struggle with panic attacks and other challenges as she navigated the social ladders of legacy-based institutions. Her experience in the White House, and the pivotal role mentors played in her journey, offers a powerful testament to the lasting impact of educators and advocates across different walks of life. **Legacy and the Emotional Rhyme of Generations** Alejandra poetically introduces the concept of 'generational rhyming,' drawing lines between the past and present experiences. By reflecting on the courage of women in her family—those who confidently stepped away from chaotic relationships while carrying the burden of pregnancy—Alejandra emphasizes the inheritance of resilience and the personal choice to either continue or modify the legacy we carry forward. **The Cultural Tapestry of Health and Sacrifice** This episode also delves into Alejandra's advocacy for women's health, illustrating the interweaving of cultural expectations and individual wellness. Her frank discussion on BRCA mutation and confronting a familial pattern of breast cancer underscores the critical necessity of breaking cycles, not only socially and economically but also health-wise. **Systemic Issues and the Imposter Experience** Alejandra's views on 'imposter syndrome' are particularly enlightening, challenging the notion that it stems solely from personal insecurity rather than also being rooted in systemic disparities. This perspective invites a broader conversation on the structural changes needed to support and validate the experiences of those breaking new ground. **Connecting with Alejandra Campoverdi** Listeners can reach out to Alejandra Campoverdi via her DMs on Instagram, LinkedIn, or her website. Her gracious acknowledgment of her mentors, including her former White House boss, and her thanks to the NASPA family and Dina from the First Gen Center, that manifests an ecosystem of support that many 'firsts' heavily rely on.    TRANSCRIPT Dr. Jill Creighton [00:00:01]: Welcome to student affairs voices from the field, the podcast where we share your student affairs stories from fresh perspectives to seasoned experts. This is season 10, continuing our season 9 theme of on transitions in student affairs. This podcast is brought to you by NASPA, and I'm doctor Jill Creighton. She, her, hers, your essay voices from the field host. Welcome back essay voices. It was amazing to run into so many of you at the annual conference, and thank you again for continuing to listen to us. Today, we're gonna be releasing the first of several annual conference episodes, and we were thrilled to sit down with the closing keynote speaker, Alejandra Campaverdi. Alejandra is a nationally recognized women's health advocate, best selling author, founder, producer, and former White House aide to President Obama. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:00:48]: Alejandra's memoir, First Gen: A Memoir, examines the often unacknowledged emotional tolls of being a trailblazer. A national bestseller, 1st Gen is the winner of the California Independent Booksellers Alliance Golden Poppy Martin Cruz Smith Award and long listed for the outstanding works of literature award for the 1st year experience. 1st Gen is also the 2024 Opportunity Matters book club selection for the Council For Opportunity in Education, a national book club for 1st generation and low income students at colleges and universities across the country. Previously, Alejandra served in the Obama White House as the 1st White House deputy director of Hispanic Media. She produced and appeared in the groundbreaking PBS documentary, Inheritance, and founded the Latinos and BRCA Awareness Initiative in partnership with Penn Medicine's Master Center for BRCA. Alejandra holds a master in public policy from Harvard University's Kennedy School of Government and graduated cum laude from USC. She currently serves on the boards of Harvard's Shorenstein Center on Media, Politics and Public Policy, and the California Community Foundation. I hope you enjoy our conversation. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:01:50]: We were able to have this one live in person, so you may notice some slight audio differences in quality. Please enjoy and we're also going to be bringing you couple more bonus episodes throughout the next couple of weeks. Alejandra, welcome to SA Voices. Alejandra Campoverdi [00:02:03]: Thank you so much for having me. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:02:05]: I am really excited to get to know you a little bit and we really appreciate you taking time out of your schedule to talk to SA Voices here in Seattle. Alejandra Campoverdi [00:02:12]: I know. It's fun to be in Seattle. Right? Dr. Jill Creighton [00:02:13]: Is this your first time? Alejandra Campoverdi [00:02:14]: No. I was actually here a few weeks ago for another conference, but I had so much fun eating my way through the city. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:02:20]: Oh, what was your favorite thing? Alejandra Campoverdi [00:02:22]: That was a lot. The crumpets over at the Pike Place Market, incredible. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:02:27]: Crumpets. Okay. That's a new one. Most of my friends say Top Pot Donuts is their their jam or, I haven't been to the crumpet spot. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:02:35]: This is my hometown so it's always fun for me to see people discover it through fresh eyes. Alejandra Campoverdi [00:02:39]: Nice. Well, you have to give us your tips then. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:02:42]: Really, it's just don't eat downtown. I think it's my biggest tip. Most of my friends and family enjoy restaurants kind of more out in the community. But we are glad to have you here as our closing keynote speaker for NASPA 2024 here in Seattle. On our theme of transitions, you were just an excellent guest to have to talk about all the transitions you've gone through in your life. Your book right now is 1st Gen, a memoir, and that has been just a really beautiful read. I've been able to take a look at least the first couple of chapters and and really kind of get to know you through that lens. But I'm wondering if you can tell us a little bit about your journey as you've written about it. Alejandra Campoverdi [00:03:17]: Well, thank you for reading it, Amy. I feel really honored to be invited to speak at NASPA. As I say in the book, the reason why I felt compelled to write it really was because, you know, as someone who was a Pell Grant recipient myself and grew up in a lot of pipeline programs and nonprofits, when I would go and speak to young people, especially students even before this book was even an idea in my mind, I noticed that there seemed to be a lot kind of hanging in the air. Some mixed emotions and almost like looks on folks' faces that I recognize on my own face at these kind of transitional achievement moments that should kind of be 1 dimensional but kind of weren't. And as I noticed that, I started kind of changing the way that I would speak and the kinds of stories I would share. And the more vulnerable I was about how it was harder than many times we're led on to believe in inspirational speeches, really helped crystallize for me how much of not only my own experience but a lot of our experiences have some shame around them that there are conflicting emotions that we don't always share even though they're so completely widespread. And a lot of it namely about the emotional toll of social mobility and the American dream as it's been presented to us. And, you know, in the book, I really talk about how it's for first and only. Alejandra Campoverdi [00:04:45]: I call us first and only because it isn't just this gatekeeper definition of who has a right to kinda like that first gen experience. I understand that in in academia and in different institutions, you need to have a definition of who qualifies and doesn't qualify. But for this emotional experience in the book, it's about being as inclusive as possible because this experience of cycle breaking and that emotional toll transcends race and gender and and so many different experiences. So that was a lens that I discussed this with, and I really use my own story growing up, you know, as the daughter of a single mom who had immigrated from Mexico a few years before I was born to kind of be the companion of walking through a lot of these different dynamics. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:05:33]: You talk about generational rhyming in your book as part of that transition story. Can you talk to us about what you mean by that? Alejandra Campoverdi [00:05:39]: Well, as a part of this book, I named something called the trailblazer tool. And I don't name that from a position of authority as someone who is a trauma specialist or an academic or a specialist in psychology or so on. The reason why I do that is because as I mentioned, you can't heal from that which you don't name. Mhmm. And so how do we create space for this holistic view that doesn't only include imposter syndrome but includes the way that being a cycle breaker first and only moves throughout our entire life even before we get to school and for many, many years after. You know, once by the time you're a 1st gen student, you've been 1st gen already many times over and you'll continue to be 1st gen. And so to that point, how is it that this even began pre birth? When you're thinking about generational inheritance and emotional inheritances, when you're looking for those answers, they say history doesn't repeat itself, but it often rhymes. Mhmm. Alejandra Campoverdi [00:06:35]: Well, what is the rhyme that is coming from our family? And they're not just negative. Many are positive. It's not just about generational trauma. It's about emotional inheritances and those I call them invisible inheritances. Many times they're intertwined. Many times, you know, you're looking at the fact in my instance, I have a great grandmother and a mother who both left very chaotic borderline abusive relationships while they were pregnant. Mhmm. Now that's not an inheritance that I would wanna continue. Alejandra Campoverdi [00:07:06]: Yet if you say it a little differently, I have 2 women in my family that left these relationships while they were pregnant. I mean, think of the strength and fortitude it takes to do something like that. So, I mean, I'm proud to be a a beneficiary of that inheritance. And then the third part is the inheritances that we choose to perpetuate as our own future ancestors right now. You know, every day, we have a choice to become a better ancestor. Mhmm. So those are the rhymes that not only we're coming into these lives with, but the rhymes that we're choosing to continue and be intentional about and maybe tweak a little bit. That intentionality is a lot of the end game because I don't have all the answers and this book doesn't pretend like it has all the answers. Alejandra Campoverdi [00:07:51]: But it's about validating and acknowledging a lot of what as first and only is we almost feel like we don't know have the privilege too many times. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:07:58]: I'm wondering if you can talk to us a bit about being a first generation student who entered collegiate spaces that are really legacy based institutions where maybe you're entering with classmates who have multiple generations of people who went to those institutions who know how they work, who understand the nuance and the subtleties of social culture and enter with a lot more social capital on how to engage in those worlds and how you found yourself evolving into those spaces and ultimately thriving in them. Alejandra Campoverdi [00:08:25]: Well, just how Invisible Inheritance is kind of where we start, you know, a couple steps forward is what I call chutes and social ladders. And I don't know if you remember the board game. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. Chutes and Ladders. And the reason why I named it that was because that's what it kind of felt like to me. You know, you land on the right spot. Alejandra Campoverdi [00:08:44]: You do everything just right and you shoot into this different social class, into this different just like societal plane that feels so foreign, yet if you've messed up, God forbid don't do it just perfectly, you can backslide completely out of it. Right? Yeah. Without warning sometimes. Absolutely. And it feels really precarious. And to me, that made sense to me as a way to look at it. In the book, I talk about the familial chaos that I was in, this kind of pressure cooker, as well as in the romantic relationship that I highlight in the book. That's also something else that was, you know, leading to a lot of personal angst. Alejandra Campoverdi [00:09:25]: Mhmm. Yet the way that I was dealing with that was in a lot of ways of trying to kind of stabilize and have some semblance of control in my life by overachieving. Mhmm. You know, how that overachieving and sometimes that perfectionism can be as well as ambition, but can also be a coping mechanism for trauma. Right? And so I was making myself a really good college applicant at the same time as I was really struggling with a lot of issues around this kind of dynamics in my home and my relationships. So by the time I get to USC, it was one blurry summer apart from a very different kind of cultural experience where if anything, I was teased for, quote, acting white because I would get good grades. But then you get to college, and I remember by then, I was already struggling very much with panic attacks and panic disorder, and I had my mom be on campus with me. I grew up under 20 miles from USC's campus but had never visited. Alejandra Campoverdi [00:10:27]: You know, you don't visit colleges. Who does that? Like, what is that? So my mom is there with me pushing this running stroller around with my little sister, and I just didn't want her to be out of my sight because I felt so much pressure. Like, a lot of these students I know. I hear from them. I'm traveling around the country right now talking to them. So much pressure that not only did I have to do this to kind of this was my chance to, you know, break that cycle of poverty, but this was also my chance to help my mom, to help my family. You know, it was this kinda like double layer of stress. And my mom went to the parent orientation and I'm sitting there and feeling that, and all of a sudden, my ears start ringing. Alejandra Campoverdi [00:11:05]: Everything starts getting spinny, and I run out of Boulevard Auditorium in USC and pass out in the middle of campus. So when I came to, somebody had gone to get my mom, and we went to the health center, and then they gave me a prescription and, you know, sent me on my way. And I remember sitting on a bench with her and thinking, oh my god. Am I gonna be able to do this? I worked so hard to be able to get there, and it felt like everything was within grasp that I had dreamed of, that we had dreamed of. But I didn't know if I could physically do it because all of these experiences and these emotional experiences that we're talking about had started catching up with me. Mhmm. You know, and that's that's not something that's unique to me. Right? Because there's a saying I point to in the book, when you're skating over thin ice, your speed is your safety. Alejandra Campoverdi [00:11:52]: Mhmm. And many times that's what it feels like when you're cycle breaking and you're kind of trying to adjust to these new kinda stratosphere jumps, you don't have time to really process what's happening. You're just kind of surviving and morphing and adapting however you can. And there was a lot that was coming up for me at that time. I was fortunate that, you know, my mom was able to help me kind of navigate a little bit but in a lot of ways I ended up experiencing a whole another big jump that was difficult to recalibrate. At the time, my mom, not knowing any better, encouraged me to get involved with the Greek system. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:12:30]: Okay. Alejandra Campoverdi [00:12:30]: And we can imagine at that time, USC in the late nineties, early 2000, you know, that was like taking me to the most extreme example of kind of world jumping and recalibrating and understanding what that meant for my Latinidad and how it expressed itself on campus. How I was able to show up and fit into a system that had experiences that were beyond my comprehension and how it is that I was able to do that and manage all that while at the same time trying to keep up with grades. And it it was a lot. And I go into this a lot deeper in the book about what that felt like, but I definitely don't. And I'm not saying now nor do I say in the book that I figured it all out. Mhmm. The point was that I was white knuckling it. The point was that I was surviving in that space in those spaces as best I could, but not really understanding a lot of the dynamics that they weren't personal to me. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:13:32]: Like many women of color who are leading in new spaces, you've had transitions in this academic space, you've had transitions with health, and you've had transitions in career. So I wanna talk a little bit about your transitions in health because you're well known as a women's health advocate. When you were going through your own health transitions, how did you balance that with everything else that was going on in the world? Alejandra Campoverdi [00:13:53]: Well, I didn't know that I because I'm a BRCA mutation carrier, hereditary cancer in my family, but I didn't know that until I was in my thirties. So what I did know was that women in my family tended to all get breast cancer. And until my mom's generation, they would pass away from breast cancer. So it was especially when my mom was diagnosed and I was in my early twenties, that was a really pivotal time as far as just graduating from school and trying to figure out, I call it the lonely hustle, how to kind of go after my dreams without any safety net. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:14:28]: Mhmm. Alejandra Campoverdi [00:14:28]: When my mom was diagnosed with breast cancer, I realized I didn't really have the privilege to do that. I had a little sister that I assumed I was gonna be a single mom too. And so I went home to help take care of my mom during that time and, you know, slept on the air mattress in her living room. And as far as I was concerned, that was it. Your parents, a lot of times, you feel like they sacrifice so much for you to have these opportunities and that feels especially in the dynamics and the cultural dynamics in a lot of our communities that that's a collectivist mindset about what it means when you drop everything to be able to take care of the family unit. And so I didn't realize back then that that was something that I was also going to have to face. Mhmm. But breast cancer has been an ongoing drumbeat throughout my entire life. Alejandra Campoverdi [00:15:17]: You know, I don't go into my own journey with breast cancer in this book because this book ends before that happens. But, you know, when you're thinking about cycle breaking even with our own bodies, you know, how it is we disrupt these cycles in our families and the choice that I made to have preventative surgery at the time, not knowing that when it was after the fact of the surgery, we would discover in retrospect that actually I did have an active breast cancer already developing, which validated that choice. But all that to say is our health is another way that we're able to try to break some of these cycles. And I always say, you know, like one of the the biggest cycles that we can break and we don't always think about is to give ourselves the privilege of rest and balance and that kind of wellness on every different level because we can break cycles of poverty. We can be the first to go to college. We can be the first to have a job or buy a house or so on. But unless we do some of this inner work, one of the biggest cycles that can lead to illness in our body but for sure in our minds and our emotional health is not gonna get broken.  Dr. Jill Creighton [00:16:32]: When you think about cycle break in your own life, what advice do you give to others on how they can also engage in that work? Alejandra Campoverdi [00:16:36]: I think that the first step is to be conscious of it, to acknowledge it. And that's the energy that this book is written in for us to know ourselves and for us to know each other and for us to know that we're not alone in these experiences because a lot of it feels so isolating and a lot of it feels just really personal. And if I I've learned anything I mean, I've been to dozens of colleges now across the country. I've been really blessed to speak to so many educators as well. And it's the same experience of nodding everywhere that I go. Mhmm. Nodding in tears and acknowledgement. And sometimes people will raise their hands and I remember I was speaking in Miami, and this gentleman raised his hand. Alejandra Campoverdi [00:17:17]: He said, how do you deal with, like, the loneliness? And he started crying. And I looked out at the crowd, and I and I tell you, there were so many people crying. And I told them, I said, well, take a look around. Do you feel alone? Look at all these people that that are feeling the same thing you're feeling. And that's what the energy that this book is hopefully calling us to, which is to take a look around and acknowledge all the nodding heads. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:17:45]: I think one of the most powerful things you do in this book is give voice to a common experience that a lot of people are afraid to talk about or afraid to say out loud because we live in a capitalist society. We're fearful of being perceived as, you know, not always out in front of things sometimes. So I really appreciate that you're naming a lot of this, and it's clearly resonating with audiences around the country, and I'm sure will be very resonant for our NASPA members here, especially for our professionals who are 1st and onlys or are there 1st gen in their family to attain a university degree and then likely an advanced degree, and now we're all working in this field where a lot of people don't really understand our work. It's kind of an ongoing joke in student affairs that even our own parents don't understand what we do on a daily basis. Alejandra Campoverdi [00:18:26]: And I write about that in the book that that's a loneliness inducing experience as as well that I write about when you go home. And I mean, I would come home from the White House and I wouldn't get questions about my work, and that's at a neutral level. Then there's the hands of the students where they raise their hands and say, I'm dissuaded from doing these things. They're told, like, why are you doing this? Why don't you get a more job where you make more money? Why would you study abroad? That's a waste of your time. Almost kind of getting this negative messaging. But to your point, that's why I feel so honored to be speaking here at NASPA because on so many different levels, a, you guys are the ones on the ground. You guys are the ones on the ground with these students every day working so hard and doing so much to support the leaders of the future. And also because I see very clearly how many of the educators I'm speaking to are literally these students who also had the same experience. Alejandra Campoverdi [00:19:23]: You know, we get called to the work that we do, whether it's writing books or being an educator because of something usually very personal. We're called to something because of the empathy many times that we have for experiences. And like I said earlier, the book is written not just about that part of the student experience. There's many many chapters about what happens when you're on the other side of the sausage maker, which is all of us. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:19:49]: Mhmm. Alejandra Campoverdi [00:19:50]: And you're gonna spit out the other side and you're like, okay, woah, what happened? Because there is a point where you're the arc of the first gen experience kind of concludes. That doesn't mean that you don't have ambitions for the future and you don't have all these other things you wanna accomplish, but that initial kind of ascension into breaking out of certain cycles, same things that originally was driving me? Are they the same things or have they shifted? And if they've shifted, then how is it that I show up differently? You also name feelings of imposter syndrome in Dr. Jill Creighton [00:20:31]: the book, especially when you're first invited into the White House spaces and during your process of getting top secret security clearance and all of those things. How did you work through those feelings of imposter syndrome even though you're sitting in some of the most powerful spaces in the world at that point in time and knowing that so many of our listeners are facing impostor syndrome in their own careers even though, you know, we're all qualified to be in the spaces we're in? Alejandra Campoverdi [00:20:53]: Well, one of the things that I really make a point to highlight in the book is I actually really have a problem with the idea of impostor syndrome as it was presented to me. I'll make it personal, as I've seen it be presented also in general, is the idea that it really is about this crisis of confidence singularly and not about the second part of it, the other side of the coin, which is no matter how confident we are, how it is that the way that we show up or we're received in these spaces and in these kind of constructs that is reflected back to us sometimes that we don't belong in ways that are subtle and not so subtle at times. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:21:29]: I think imposter syndrome syndrome's a system issue personally. Right? It's 2 ways. Alejandra Campoverdi [00:21:34]: Exactly. I mean, it's 2 ways. We we still have to acknowledge our contributions and show up in that space and there's systemic issues at play too. And so that's the lens through which I talk about it at that time at the White House and not just at the White House, but that nuance, I think, is helpful because I know when I used to blame myself for feeling a lack of confidence, it's not fair on top of everything else. It's also we're pointing the arrow directly back at students to just feel more confident and not acknowledging the dynamics with which they're operating. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:22:14]: Is there anything else you want our NASPA membership to hear from you today? Just that Alejandra Campoverdi [00:22:18]: I had several inflection points that I talk about in the book that really had to do with either an educator or a mentor, someone in a position of power saying something, doing something that completely changed my life. And I wasn't someone who had mentors that would follow my life for decades. You know, it was these angels that sometimes would step in and sometimes would derail, you know. Sometimes people help you in ways that are positive and negative to kinda get you back on track. Mhmm. But the point is that these people in my life and certain things they said and didn't encourage me to do changed everything. And so I like I said, my message is gratitude to this community for being the in the spaces between the bullet points because that's what I call it in the book. That's what the book is. Alejandra Campoverdi [00:23:08]: I wanted to write something that didn't just look at the bullet points on my resume or in my bio the same way that all of us have our schools and our achievements and our jobs, but that's not where the real story lies. It's really in the spaces between those bullet points and that's where you guys are. That's where the whole story goes one way or another. And so it's just expressing my gratitude for the work that you do and for the way that you're changing lives every day. Before we go to our break, I Dr. Jill Creighton [00:23:37]: would be remiss if I didn't ask how cool is it to be on Air Force Alejandra Campoverdi [00:23:40]: There's nothing cooler. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:23:43]: It's time to take a quick break and toss it over to producer Chris to learn what's going on in the NASPA world. Dr. Christopher Lewis [00:23:49]: Thanks so much, Jill. Really excited to be back in the NASPA world. And today, I am really excited to be able to share some amazing news. If you missed it, an email was sent out after the annual conference that NASPA has selected a new president. We are thrilled to share with you that the outcome of the national search of the NASPA president has concluded. And after a thoughtful and deliberate process spanning the past 6 months, the NASPA board of directors have selected Dr. Amelia Parnell as the next President of NASPA. You may know Amelia the from her work as vice president for research and policy at NASPA, a position that she's held since 2015. In this role, she has selected the association's research policy and publications portfolio, providing critical thought and support to the membership. She oversees large scale projects, represents NASPA globally, is speaking engagements in the media, and leads analysis of applicable federal and state legislation and regulatory developments. Dr. Christopher Lewis [00:24:53]: Over the past 8 years, Amelia has secured over $22,000,000 in philanthropic funding, represented NASPA through service to over 20 organizations, including the US Department of Education, and served as the chair of the governing board for the Higher Ed Equity Network and Chair of the Finance and Investment Committee for the EDUCAUSE Board of Directors. Additionally, she has led an 18 month examination of the future of student affairs, overseeing a large volunteer and staff task force and engaging in listening sessions with NASPA members. Prior to NASPA, Amelia served as Director of Research Initiatives at the Association For Institutional Research and Director of National Survey Research for the Association For Institutional Research. From 2005 to 2012, she served as education policy analyst for the Florida Legislature. Amelia has authored numerous scholarly articles and has been regularly quoted in national and trade publications. She is author of the recent book, You Are a Data Person, Strategies for Using Analytics on Campus, which has sold over 3,000 copies to date and is widely used by institutions across the country. She is also a faculty member for the Institute on ePortfolios of the American Association of Colleges and Universities. Amelia holds a BS and MBA in Business Administration from Florida A&M University and a PhD in Higher Education from Florida State University. Dr. Christopher Lewis [00:26:21]: Beyond Amelia's credentials and organizational knowledge, the search committee and the board were most impressed by her vision for continuing to position NASPA as an indispensable organization serving the student affairs profession and higher education more broadly. Her collaborative leadership style combined with her extensive experience and genuine commitment to student success set her apart in a strong and diverse field of applicants for the position. Emilia will begin her tenure as president on July 1, 2024, at which time Kevin Kruger will become president emeritus. As we continue to move toward this next chapter in NASPA's story, we wanna thank the NASPA president search committee and especially the co chairs, Betty Simmons, retired vice president of student development enrollment management at County College of Morris and Pat Whiteley, senior vice president for student affairs and alumni engagement at the University of Miami. These volunteers gave so much of their time to ensure that the next leader of NASPA would be someone who can build on the successes of the last 12 years and position the organization to help its members face the challenges that we know lie ahead. In selecting Amelia, they have done exactly that. We would also like to extend our thanks to the team at Korn Kari for their counsel and support in this search. Our largest congratulations go out to doctor Amelia Parnell, past guest of the show, and we will be having her in the future to talk about that vision for NASPA. Dr. Christopher Lewis [00:27:47]: Every week, we're going to be sharing some amazing things that are happening within the association. So we are going to be able to try and keep you up to date on everything that's happening and allow for you to be able to get involved in different ways, because the association is as strong as its members. And for all of us, we have to find our place within the association, whether it be getting involved with a knowledge community, giving back within one of the the centers or the divisions of the association. And as you're doing that, it's important to be able to identify for yourself where do you fit? Where do you wanna give back? Each week, we're hoping that we will share some things that might encourage you, might allow for you to be able to get some ideas that will provide you with an opportunity to be able to say, Hey, I see myself in that knowledge community. I see myself doing something like that. Or encourage you in other ways that allow for you to be able to think beyond what's available right now, to offer other things to the association, to bring your gifts, your talents to the association and to all the members within the association. Because through doing that, all of us are stronger and the association is better. Tune in again next week as we find out more about what is happening in NASPA. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:29:12]: Chris, thank you so much for this week's edition of NASPA World. We always appreciate you keeping us updated on what's going around in and around NASPA. And, Alejandra, we have our lightning round questions now. I've got 7 questions for you in about 90 seconds. Alejandra Campoverdi [00:29:26]: Okay. Let's go. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:29:27]: Alright. Question number 1. Since you are a conference keynote speaker, if you got to choose your entrance music, what would it be? Alejandra Campoverdi [00:29:33]: Well, I don't know if it's a known fact but First Gen has a playlist cause each chapter title is a song. So I'm gonna pick one of the songs off of the playlist which is Fast Car, Tracy Chapman version though. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:29:46]: Oh, she just performed recently. Alejandra Campoverdi [00:29:47]: Oh, so good. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:29:47]: Love her. So good. I'm gonna sidetrack us and say where can people find your playlist? Alejandra Campoverdi [00:29:51]: It's on Spotify and in the back of the book, there's a link. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:29:54]: Alright. Number 2, when you were 5 years old, what did you wanna be when you grew up? Alejandra Campoverdi [00:29:58]: When I was 5 years old, I wanted to be Cinderella. I actually write about that in the book. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:30:05]: Number 3, who's your most influential professional mentor? Alejandra Campoverdi [00:30:08]: My most influential professional mentor was my boss at the White House for a lot of reasons and I I actually there's a whole scene in the book about the way she modeled to me what true leadership was like and really had the power to be able to either support me or not support me in a very pivotal moment at the beginning of the book. And she, to this day, is somebody who's still in my life and threw me a book party when the book came out, which meant a lot. So I would have to say her. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:30:38]: Number 4, your essential higher education read. I'd be remiss Alejandra Campoverdi [00:30:41]: if I didn't say 1st gen. Come on. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:30:43]: Number 5, the best TV show you binged during the pandemic. Alejandra Campoverdi [00:30:47]: I watched Breaking Bad again. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:30:48]: Number 6, the podcast you've spent the most hours listening to in Alejandra Campoverdi [00:30:51]: the last year. So because I actually, over the past year, have been so crazy promoting the book. I haven't listened to a lot of podcast. I'm gonna give a shout out to this one. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:31:00]: Thank you. Alejandra Campoverdi [00:31:02]: So SA Voices from the Field. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:31:04]: And finally, any shout outs you'd like to give personal or professional? I just like to Alejandra Campoverdi [00:31:08]: thank the NASPA family for welcoming me and of course to Dina over at the First Gen Center. I've had such an incredible experience getting to know folks in this world and a lot of the folks in student affairs and 1st gen programs. And so shout out to everyone here and the work that they're doing and to you for having me. I appreciate it. Again, the Dr. Jill Creighton [00:31:28]: book is First Gen, a memoir by Alejandra Campoverdi. You can pick it up in the NASPA bookstore or wherever you buy books. Now if folks would like to book you for a speaking tour on their campus or reach you otherwise, how can they find you? Well, Alejandra Campoverdi [00:31:40]: I'm super in my DMs. So you could DM me on Instagram or send me a LinkedIn message or on my website. There's an email that you can also reach out to me there. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:31:50]: And what's your website? Alejandra Campoverdi [00:31:51]: Alejandracampoverdi.com. Thank you Dr. Jill Creighton [00:31:54]: so much, for sharing your voice with us today. Thank you. This has been an episode of Student Affairs Voices from the Field, a podcast brought to you by NASPA. This show continues to be possible because you choose to listen to us. We are so grateful for your subscriptions and your downloads and your engagement with the content. If you'd like to reach the show, please email us at sa voices at nasa dotorg or find me on LinkedIn by searching for doctor Jill L. Creighton. We always welcome your feedback and your topic and guest suggestions. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:32:26]: We'd love it if you take a moment to tell a colleague about the show and give us a 5 star rating on Apple Podcasts or wherever you're listening now. It really does help other student affairs professionals find the show and helps raise the show's profile within the larger podcasting community. This episode was produced and hosted by doctor Jill Creighton, that's me, produced and audio engineered by doctor Chris Lewis. Special thanks to the University of Michigan Flint for your support as we create this project. Catch you next time.

Dom Giordano, WPHT host and former teacher, has dedicated much of his daily show toward parents who are taking it into their own hands to push back against school boards that have a negative impact on their children. This has culminated in a weekly podcast on education, Readin', Writin', and Reason, which has allowed wonderful relationships to develop between Giordano, educators, and parents throughout the country who are speaking out against overbearing school boards. This week, Dom welcomes in Wally Zimolong, attorney working as co-counsel with America First Legal (AFL), to the podcast after he recently won a case for a client who was suspended from a school campus after quoting from the Bible publicly. Zimolong tells the story of Kombe Sefelino, a student on the campus of the County College of Morris, who refused to self-censor himself after pushback while reading and preaching straight from the bible, making references that were considered anti-LGBT. Zimolong clarifies our free speech laws, explaining what the client received in a stipulated order, warning of the implications of allowing this form of trouncing of the First Amendment. 

Full Hour | Today, Dom led off the Dom Giordano Program by offering up a continued analysis on the reaction to Joe Biden's mental state, telling how his lawyers continue to spin the Hur Report last week that noted that he's not mentally capable to stand trial after his taking of classified documents. Then, Dom tells that Jon Stewart has returned to the airwaves, asking whether he'll offer a conservative take after the continued success of Greg Gutfeld's show on Fox News. Then, Dom welcomes in Wally Zimolong, attorney with America First Legal (AFL), to the Dom Giordano Program after the attorney recently won a case for a client who was suspended from a school campus after quoting from the Bible publicly. Zimolong tells the story of Kombe Sefelino, a student on the campus of the County College of Morris, who refused to self-censor himself after pushback while reading and preaching straight from the bible, making references that were considered anti-LGBT. Zimolong clarifies our free speech laws, explaining what the client received in a stipulated order, explaining the implications of allowing this form of trouncing on the First Amendment right. (Photo by Jason Koerner/Getty Images)

Dom welcomes in Wally Zimolong, attorney working as co-counsel with America First Legal (AFL), to the Dom Giordano Program after he recently won a case for a client who was suspended from a school campus after quoting from the Bible publicly. Zimolong tells the story of Kombe Sefelino, a student on the campus of the County College of Morris, who refused to self-censor himself after pushback while reading and preaching straight from the bible, making references that were considered anti-LGBT. Zimolong clarifies our free speech laws, explaining what the client received in a stipulated order, warning of the implications of allowing this form of trouncing of the First Amendment. (Photo by Getty Images)

Welcome to the Esports Connected Podcast, where we delve into the dynamic world of esports and its intersection with education. Join David Bruno and Sean Dwyer, as they share their journeys into the esports industry, from casual gamers to key players in academic and competitive spaces. In this episode, explore the incredible growth of Cougar Esports at Camden County College, from its inception to current opportunities. Discover the NJ Pathways Project in Esports Production and Content Creation and the duo's roles in overseeing it. Get to know the hosts with fun facts, and explore their insights on industry trends, challenges, and the importance of inclusivity. From the unexpected encounters with political figures to running marathons, David and Sean bring a unique perspective to the podcast. Don't miss the discussion on academic opportunities and the duo's commitment to shaping paths forward with industry standards. Join us in unraveling the esports landscape, its evolving dynamics, and the passion that drives educational initiatives forward. Tune in for an engaging conversation that transcends the boundaries of gaming and education.

Randy speaks at the County College of Morris to the Denville School District Administration on the power of having hope for the future with their students. Video -  https://youtu.be/kxpFpRuNEkY   Thank you for listening! We hope you leave inspired and motivated. If we've added value to your lives, please share with a friend and subscribe to receive updates when a new episode is released! Thank you for sharing and spreading Randy's mission in life: Add value to people's lives. #LivingOnPurpose #RandyDetrick Have a topic you want to hear? Want Randy to speak at your next event? Please send all inquiries to: info@podcastroom.co Check out more of Randy Detrick - Blue Ridge Winery Website: https://www.blueridgeestatewinery.com/ Randy Detrick's Website: www.randydetrick.bio

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In this week's episode, Miriam Gonzales, BS, CHES is a Public Health Consultant II in Health Education at New Jersey Department of Public Health. She is Certified in Health Education. Miriam is a resilient, self-motivated, and productive individual with 11+ years of experience in patient care, customer service, and health education in both the private and public sector. She got her Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Public Health Education and Advocacy from Rutgers University, New Brunswick, NJ. Miriam Gonzales, CHES on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/miriam-gonzales/ NJ Department of Health Project Firstline: https://www.nj.gov/health/cd/edu_training/pfl/Public Health Hired: http://www.publichealthhired.com/Shownotes: https://thephmillennial.com/episode118 Join Community Health & Wellness Discord: https://www.thephmillennial.com/join Omari on IG: https://www.instagram.com/thephmillennial Omari on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/omari-richins All ways to support The Public Health Millennial: https://thephmillennial.com/support/ Shop at The Public Health Store - use code 'podcast for 10% off order': https://thephmillennial.com/shop/Chapters:@0:00 Episode Teaser@0:35 Episode Theme Song@1:05 Episode Intro@2:03 Miriam Gonzales, BS, CHES Introduction @3:00 How are you doing and coping?@4:02 How identify & personal background@5:58 What is public health?@7:57 Sponsor: Public Health Hired & The Public Health Store@9:21 County College of Morris @13:38 Bachelors in Health Education & Advocacy at Rutgers University @19:54 Other undergrad takeaways@22:54 Patient Care Assistant to Patient Care Technician at Hunterdon Healthcare@24:54 Shift to Ambulatory Testing Center Coordinator@30:43 Certified Health Education Specialists@33:53 Health Educator at Trenton Health Team@39:46 How much work from CHES vs schooling and team@41:33 Sponsor: Community Health & Wellness Discord@42:21 Public Health Consultant 2 at the New Jersey Department of Health@47:00 Advice in creating education programs for diverse audiences@48:49 Masters in Health Leadership in January 2023@53:29 What intend to get out of master degree?@56:22 Future Predictions@58:19 Advice for public health students@1:01:35 Advice for someone seeking a career in public health@1:02:42 What are you working on improving in you life?@1:04:00 Professional Recommendation@1:05:27 Connect with Miriam Gonzales, BS, CHESSupport the show

In another fascinating Nomad Futurist Podcast, Tom Brennan, the Executive Director of CREST, a cybersecurity company, spoke with Phil and Nabeel about his life as a public interest technologist. Brennan has had a fascination with technology ever since he was a child. He lived as an island boy in his teens, repairing an old Tele video 802-H brought by his grandfather from its work. His first exposure to machine repair led him to work at a local computer store selling and installing used IBM computer equipment.  In addition to working in the digital field, he served in the Marine Corps, where he learned how to serve a greater cause than himself. Even though he left the army in 1991 after breaking his back in a recorded live fire shooting, this experience was the foundation for his burgeoning career in cybersecurity. From then on, he used technology as a method in forensics, investigation, and assisting in various startups. “I don't necessarily think that schools need to change the mentality, but I do think that there should be a reward program as it's been difficult for most of the cyber folks.” Brennan expressed that the least the companies could do is require the applicant to do a first-hand demonstration of essential incident response, security services, or penetration testing. He said that while there are many book smarts, the most qualified candidates for the job are passionate about convergence, the physical and electronic sides of security. He believes the most common misconception in cybersecurity is that people mistake it for convenience. People are unaware that the fundamentals will cause them to lose all their information and passwords.  “It serves the ethics side of the good guys and the ethics of the bad guys because the internet is a wonderful place. It allows everybody to operate. So, it's in everyone's interest to make it operational.” He emphasised that while the scope of their job is to keep an eye out for users who are prone to data breaches, people should also understand that the field is highly dynamic and that they should learn how to protect their accounts.  “You are your own bank. If you're going to be your own bank, and you're going to go ahead and have controls in place… you must determine what good looks like.” In his final message to the youth, he stated that to be successful in the field, one must be exposed to the right company and experiences. It will assist them in collaborating skills that will fruit their specialities.  “Security is not compliance. Compliance is compliance; security helps. But if you're secure, you're most likely going to be compliant because all the standards out there are the best practices.” Tom leads the Americas Council and collaborates with government and commercial organisations to maximise our value as a cybersecurity accreditation body and advocate for industry standards. His attention is drawn to the cybersecurity and infrastructure security agency's 16 critical infrastructure sectors, which are essential to US security, the national economy, and public health and safety. He directs strategic plans for our organisation's expansion while serving as an industry evangelist and educator on the importance of using accredited cybersecurity products and professionals to improve consumer privacy, security, and protections globally. Tom is a former US Marine who has been involved with CREST since 2016. He currently serves as the Chief Information Officer for the national law firm Mandelbaum Salsburg, overseeing critical infrastructure, privacy, and security operations. He is also a member of the Gerson Lehrman Group's Advisory Board, a member of the County College of Morris' Information Technology Advisory Committee, a Senior Advisor and Industry Advisory Board Member of the New Jersey Institute of Technology, and a member of the NYU Tandon School of Engineering's Cyber Fellows Advisory Council. Working with OWASP was also a previous...

In this episode of "Making Waves at C-Level", Thom talks to James Howard, the founder of the Black Inventors Hall of Fame. They talk about his new documentary, "Black Inventors Got Game", race, and success.   About James Howard James Howard is a, lecturer, design historian, industrial designer/inventor of some 300 products with 18 patents. He is currently the owner/operator of Entrepreneurial U, a specialty private career school of Design Thinking. One of his courses, “Bridge” Exploring New Career Pathways, takes students through the problem solving processes: problem/necessity, solution, and execution and leads them to new career pathways and job opportunities. While teaching for more twenty years at The County College of Morris in New Jersey, Professor Howard was an owner/operator of the award-winning firm Howard Design., an industrial design practices whose clients included Coca-Cola, Colgate Palmolive, Johnson & Johnson, Nabisco, Pfizer and the CIA (Central Intelligence Agency). The New Jersey based company was one of the longest running and most profitable minority owned design firms in the country James Howard serves as Executive Director of THE BLACK INVENTORS HALL OF FAME, (www.BIHOF.org) a virtual museum), devoted to immortalizing African Americans whose noteworthy inventions have improved lives yet gone unnoticed. James also serves on the Board of Directors for the Unites States Intellectual Property Alliance, and he is presently assisting the National Inventors Hall of Fame curate their very first Black Inventors exhibit, to be open to the public in the fall of 2021. For four years James has served as a Subject matter expert on Design thinking for the Keller Innovation Center at Princeton University. He is also a visiting lecturer for the University of Texas Center for Integrated Design, James earned a Master and Bachelor of Fine Arts -Industrial Design at University of Illinois, Urbana, IL. James was recently awarded Honorary member of the National Academy Of Inventors. Contact James at JHoward@bihof.org https://bihof.org https://thomsinger.com/podcast/black-inventors-got-game Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We can meet truly remarkable people in the random-est of places.  Today's guest, Raphael Pastor was my make-up artist for my cousin's wedding. Our 20 minute appointment led to this conversation. Raphael speaks about his work as a campaign organizer and shares some insight on how to create real change across the aisle. I ask for his thoughts on how social media can be used in social justice work. He also speaks of the importance of connection and compassion in equity work and beyond. One thing he said that will be forever engraved in my mind is - "For me, I see policies as debatable and dignity is not debatable."  From the conversation, you'll find Raphael comes with a kaleidoscope of perspectives rich in nuance. I learned so much from him as an activist and as a human.   About the guest A former LGBTQ campaign organizer, Raphael Pastor (he/him) has witnessed the power of community. Starting as a presidential campaign volunteer and eventually working with New Jersey's campaign for same-sex marriage and national campaign for Employment Non-Discrimination (ENDA), Raphael empowers people to create change in their world through advocacy. Raphael's greatest joy is leading people to actualize their power and work toward their highest contributions. He aims to continually inspire LGBTQ youth and allies to become future change agents. Raphael is currently a social work student at County College of Morris and plans on working toward his undergraduate degree in Human Resource Management and Education Policy, concentrating on diversity and equity and college and workplace learning. If you want to get in touch with Raphael, you can find him on Instagram @beaute.theory.   About the host Lisa Chin (she/her/hers) believes that knowing ourselves is central to being happy and fulfilled. This podcast is about the observation and examination of self - exploring all the things that make us who we are. Why? Because the better we understand ourselves, the more good we can do in the world. Lisa creates and podcasts from the traditional and unceded land of the Nipmuc and Massachusett tribes in a town outside Boston, MA. To learn more about Lisa, her writing as well as opportunities to work with her, visit www.lisaforreal.com. Feel free to send her an email or DM her on Instagram @reclaimingmotherhood with your thoughts of an inspired life.

LEARN How to Get Into Investment Banking (for FREE): https://howtogetintoinvestmentbanking.com/ (https://HowToGetIntoInvestmentBanking.com)   Click HERE to get your copy of the PDF to keep up w/ me!: https://tdgllc.gemalpha.com/view/d9de02c0d76e4ac5b55d33b224d2dd0bd9932854e6fa49d7bb29c11fc4e6a13e/H2GIIB+Episode+10+-+County+College+to+IBD+%28Here%27s+what+i+did%29 (https://tdgllc.gemalpha.com/view/d9de02c0d76e4ac5b55d33b224d2dd0bd9932854e6fa49d7bb29c11fc4e6a13e/H2GIIB+Episode+10+-+County+College+to+IBD+%28Here%27s+what+i+did%29) How To Get Into Investment Banking Episode 10: County College to Investment Banking Pt. 1 (Fr. & Soph. Edition) . Are you a college student who goes to a Non-Target (e.g., a county college or another college with little to no on-campus recruiting) and wants to get into #InvestmentBanking? Listen to today's podcast because the episode is for you. It might seem daunting and overwhelming at first, but the secret sauce is consistency over time. So, how does one go from a county college to their dream job in Investment Banking? I think the journey depends on the starting point. Today, I focus on what freshmen and sophomore students should do today to get started on their journey. Here are a few steps that you need to follow: . One, go through historical placements (e.g., where have students placed in the past 5 years, are there specific groups, firms, or regions where your school does well?), understand the landscape for whatever OCR exists (however sparse it might be), how much time do you have until you graduate, are you willing to stay an extra year and what is your appetite + ability to transfer to another school . Second, start pulling back on your course load and take the easiest classes possible. Students forget why they are in college – to get a job. There is no need to take advanced courses in your first two years or double major if there is no need. You don't have time to be spending on problem sets as a computer science major if you know you want to work in Investment Banking. If you are at a Non-Target (e.g., county college or another random state school), you need to maintain a high G.P.A., prep for technical interviews, be involved on campus, and spend time building your network. That is all you should be doing. . Third, get started on your Reaching Out Initiative (R.O.I.) by building out a list of professionals you want to reach out to, firms you are interested in, and make sure your narrative & story is perfected. . Fourth, this is the step that never stops. Ongoing preparation for technical and behavioral questions, conducting 1:1's / informational interviews, and successfully navigating through actual interviews. . Fifth, keep evaluating your performance and be objective with your shortcomings, e.g., where are you failing and why, what are the technicals tripping you up, or are there specific behavioral questions where you ramble on for too long? . This exercise aims to further remove the noise from your day-to-day and remain focused on what matters – getting a job in Investment Banking. Please leave all questions below in the comment or email me directly at info@saajandoshi.com or text me at 310.526.2906! Also, feel free to leave any feedback or thoughts on what else you'd like to see. Thank you all!   Connect with me on Social Media: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnOUxc0lycxkZ8F1ADvnWdg?sub_confirmation=1 (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnOUxc0lycxkZ8F1ADvnWdg?sub_confirmation=1) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/saajandoshi/ (https://www.instagram.com/saajandoshi/) TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@saajandoshi (https://www.tiktok.com/@saajandoshi)? Twitter: https://twitter.com/SaajanDoshi (https://twitter.com/SaajanDoshi) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Saajan-Doshi-101283318648410...

SUBSCRIBE - youtube.com/NJCollegeBaseballNation SUPPORT - Donate via Venmo @Michael-Olshin or GoFundMe at https://gofund.me/7327f1a9 We take the #JUCORoute today along with the explosive County College of Morris duo Steven Nitch and Christian Maceda, two of the best players we saw all Fall. Nitch is a catcher (and OF and P) who played in the MLB Draft League last summer, throws upper 80s from behind the plate and 90+ from the other two locations, while Maceda is an Outfielder with power (5 HR in 53 ABs as a freshman at UMBC) and speed (6.41 in the 60). They join us today to talk about their journey, how they got to CCM, JUCO life, and what their goals are for the future. College baseball is full of great stories and these two have the game to rep New Jersey for years to come!

Data transformation can empower higher ed institutions to deliver excellent student experiences, reduce costs, and stay relevant with the changing demands of students and the educational landscape. However, higher education institutions tend to be slower moving in modernizing processes. So, how does one accelerate this type of vision? How does an organization bring all of the moving parts together? In this episode, we sat down with Rob Stirton, VP of Institutional Effectiveness & CIO at County College of Morris, to discuss how he played a hand in transforming the data culture at County College of Morris. Rob has 25+ years of experience in the data and analytics space and has established himself as a proven leader in educational technology, planning, strategy, analytics, and outcomes. He has spearheaded the generation and implementation of initiatives that have significantly impacted colleges and their students. Since becoming the Vice President for Institutional Effectiveness & CIO at County College of Morris in 2017, he has led a full blown data transformation that has vastly improved the way they serve their students. With Rob's expertise and leadership, they went from just being aware of data to truly being a data driven college in just 4 years. In this episode we dive deeper into: How Rob's passion for wanting to make an impact led him to working at community colleges The data transformation journey at County College of Morris The applications of data in higher education The difference between institutional research and institutional effectiveness How Rob's team got a data warehouse up and running in 10 months How predictive analytics reduced the impact of the pandemic and improved their ability to help students The importance of having data be a be a part of people's daily workflow How data storytelling is a self empowering tool for student success Check out these resources that were mentioned in the show: Connect with Rob on LinkedIn If you want to hear more, subscribe to Leading with Data onApple Podcasts,Spotify, orhere. Listening on a desktop & can't see the links? Just search for Leading with Data in your favorite podcast player.

This week on the Championship Mindset Podcast we welcome Ali Malaekeh. Ali is the Orange County Collegiate Director with Fellowship of Christian Athletes. He has spent 32 years coaching soccer at the club, college and ODP level. In addition to his work with FCA, Ali is also a member of the Jon Gordon team and certified trainer for The Power of Positive Leadership. Ali enjoys his role as mentor and leadership coach as he supports coaches across various sports in Southern California. We hope you enjoy our conversation with Ali Malaekeh.

Episode 27 - Interview with Priti Mehta - Managing Director Foundation Operations, Investors Bank. Priti talks about growing up the daughter of parents that immigrated to the United States from India, and learning the practice of SEVA - giving back, from their example. Priti lends her experience to a number of philanthropic endeavors, including the boards of the Council of New Jersey Grantmakers and Girls On The Run, and as a grants reviewer for the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation Quality of Life Grants Program. Shout out to County College of Morris (CCM) in Randolph, New Jersey for being the source of so much synergy and serendipity! Donna and Priti both graduated from CCM (many years apart), and it was through CCM's job board that Donna picked out Priti's resume 15 years ago and hired her at the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation to help with the Quality of Life grants program after Hurricanes Katrina and Rita.Priti shares her insight on how COVID affected philanthropy. While food insecurity needs overwhelmingly increased, the COVID pandemic actually facilitated better trust-based communication between funders and grantees. Priti offers sage advice for donors and grant seekers on the importance of being transparent about your most critical needs and passions to find the best philanthropic match.Priti talks about caregiving and the critical importance of adult day care to provide safe, fun, medically-supervised activities for adults, while providing respite for caregivers who can be assured that the needs of their loved ones are being met. COVID shut down adult day care centers in 2020, and hundreds of families are still coping with the effects of the isolation and depression resulting from this invaluable service being shuttered.info@investorsfoundation.orgGivingHeartBeat@gmail.comPodcast Merch!FacebookInstagramLinkedIn     

Join us for the next episode of the Our Daily Magic Podcast (LIVE from the Facebook Group every Tuesday at 12 noon EST) "I am Magickai" aka Kaí and Dell Henderson aka The True Essence Connector will be interviewing Tyquan Griffin. Tyquan Griffin was born on July 20th, 1985 at Morristown Memorial Hospital in Morristown, New Jersey and grew up and lived there most of his life. He's been working in this field and with people that are diagnosed with a developmental disability for about 15 years. Within these years he has earned an Associate Degree (for Liberal Arts) at “The County College of Morris,” located in Randolph, New Jersey, a Bachelor Degree of Arts in Psychology at “Kean University,” located in Union, New Jersey, and a Master’s Degree in Psychology with a specialization in ABA (Applied Behavior Analysis) from “Capella University” (an online school), main campus located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Right now, he is currently in pursue of becoming a BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst). He is also part owner of a Day Program known as Developmental Disability Awareness With Love or D.D.A.W.L., which is growing fast and making him happy and proud. Working in this field is a love and passion of his and he plans on continuing to work in this field and supporting this lovely and beautiful population. Follow Tyquan: https://www.instagram.com/billyhasautism/

James Howard's passion for problem solving has led him through a diverse creative journey in the field of the industrial arts. His empathetic approach to design has informed his inventions and entrepreneurial pursuits. Mr. Howard has designed/invented some 300 products with 18 patents. While teaching for more twenty years at The County College of Morris in New Jersey, Professor Howard was an owner/operator of the award-winning firm Howard Design., an industrial design practice whose clients included Coca-Cola, Colgate Palmolive, Johnson & Johnson, Nabisco, Pfizer and the CIA (Central Intelligence Agency). The New Jersey based company was one of the longest running and most profitable minority owned design firms in the country. He currently serves as Executive Director of THE BLACK INVENTORS HALL OF FAME, (www.BIHOF.org) a virtual museum), devoted to immortalizing African Americans whose noteworthy inventions have improved lives yet gone unnoticed.

The half day program at the CCI offers high school career and technical programs and dual enrollment programs through West Georgia Technical College. Students may graduate from high school with technical college certificates and/or college credit. Douglas County College and Career Institute (CCI) lottery registration will open on 1/10/21and close on 1/29/21. The lottery will be held in February 3 at 5pm. For more information, please contact Assistant Principal Geri Armstrong at 770.651.2399 or Geri.armstrong@dcssga.org

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Guari Junnarkar is a Ayurveda Physician, Dietician, Certified Diabetes Expert & Massage therapist who approaches health from a holistic perspective. She specializes in creating lifestyle changes using the Ayurveda approach and using food, mindset and bodywork to bring healing back to her clients. You can find her on FB, IG and you tube: www.facebook.com/ayurnutrition www.instagram/ayurnutrition https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxNB8MuxxyZ1Vy1j72v4Kkg Gauri’s expertise includes Ayurveda, Panchakarma, Diet, Nutrition, Weight Management, and Diabetes education. She integrates Ayurveda principles with Nutrition in her daily practice. Gauri teaches nutrition courses to undergraduate students at a local area County College. She works as a Certified Diabetes educator in diabetes center in Dallas Fort Worth area. She is a faculty member at the International University of Yoga and Ayurveda. Gauri’s background in Ayurveda inspired her to do her master's thesis research on “Dietary Curcumin (phytochemical in Turmeric) and its effect in Melanoma (skin cancer)”, which was selected at the National Conference on Experimental Biology under "Diet and Cancer” and also at the Texas Dietetic Association conference. Gauri has given a number of presentations and currently provides workshops on Ayurveda & Nutrition. She is a motivational speaker.

On this episode of In The Know we interviewed Jeff Advokat, Trustee at the County College of Morris in New Jersey. Jeff was in town for the most recent Governance Leadership Institute, so we talked with him about community college board ethics. He’s been an attorney for nearly four decades and had a lot of good advice regarding ethical dilemmas trustees might encounter. If you like this episode, check out the other episode we recorded with Jeff about what new trustees should know before getting started. It’s titled “Attention New Trustees, This Episode is for you.” Remember to subscribe so you’re notified when we release new episodes. Thanks for listening, we’ll see you next week.

How familiar are most new community college trustees with their roles and responsibilities? Not very, according to Jeffrey M. Advokat, Esq., a long-serving trustee from County College of Morris in New Jersey. That's OK—and actually, according to Advokat, new trustees' relative naivety can be a great asset to any board. In this must-listen episode for new community college trustees, Advokat discusses "tips of the trade" for new trustees with ACCT's Jacob Bray and David Conner.  Questions addressed in this episode include: What does a new trustee need to know? When should a new trustee speak up, and when might it be better to listen? How can mentoring relationships help a new trustee to gain a greater understanding of the college and its board? How can a new trustee's relative lack of knowledge be an asset to a board? What should a new trustee understand about the role of the chair versus other board members' roles? What should a new trustee understand about issues such as communications, ethics and how they interrelate? What's rewarding about serving as a community college trustee? Related Resources: Case Study: The Making of a New Community College Trustee, Chapter One Case Study: The Making of a New Community College Trustee, Chapter Two Four Questions that Every New Community College Trustee Needs to Ask Trusteeship 101: Board Basics for ACCT's Trusteeship in Community Colleges For more resources for new trustees, visit ACCT.org or email us at acctinfo@acct.org. 

County College of Morris golfer Ricky Christensen tells his story how he uses the NJ Stars program attend college for FREE.  

Karen VanDerhoof serves as Vice President of Business and Finance at County College of Morris in Randolf, New Jersey. This week on the show, VanDerhoof joins Megan Strand for a conversation on leadership, mentorship, and the critical role of integrity in maintaining relationships and performance across the organization. She teaches her younger staff the value of soft skills — from change management to building teams and collaboration — and shares her strategies for successful growth in the field that you can’t get in the classroom. Join us today to learn the unique value the community college provides to the community at large!

Listen on iTunes Anchor Spotify Google Guest: James Jacobi Social Media: Instagram: @realjamesjacobi Twitter: @jamesjacobi Facebook: James Jacobi Event: Morrisgrowthcon.com Monday, April 15th 2019, 8am-5pm plus 5:30pm VIP experience County College of Morris - Randolph, NJ. James Jacobi is the Founder and President of Jacobi Enterprises LLC and Magic Moment Fund (a 501c3 non profit charity). He is the author of the bestselling book Radical Integrity: 7 Breakthrough Strategies on Transforming Your Business, Sales and Life. As a business strategist and executive advisor, James helps small business owners command maximum fees with their product or service by upscaling their sales strategy and positioning a higher value product/service. Clients come to him who either want to enhance their salesforce and close more sales from qualified leads, implement an accelerated growth model, or have us manage their leads and close business for them, creating a scaling revenue share partnership. James has spent the last 10 years in corporate working with small business to Fortune 100 firms. James has held senior business development and operational leadership roles while being the top producer amidst 300+ producers. He knows how to help scale a small business to one of the largest companies in industry. He understands the challenges middle management faces to run highly effective teams. From his book Radical Integrity; he knows the mental strategies to sustain high performing outcomes, elite strategies to disrupt markets and scale businesses quickly, create high performing teams without turnover, and how to carry those same strategies into having a happy home life. He specializes in helping entrepreneurs and leaders be equipped on their hero's journey so they can be impactful in business and home life. He lives in Randolph, New Jersey with his wife Lindsay, and three children Grant, Willa and George. Website: Thesuccessjourneyshow.com Email: successjourneypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @successjourneyshow Facebook: Thesuccessjourneyshow Twitter: @success_show

Montgomery County Ohio College Promise program is a supporting organization of The Dayton Foundation. The program helps Dayton-area students, whose lives are impacted by poverty, by removing the barriers and costs of education and sending them to college for free or at little cost to their families. The program also links students with a mentor […]

In this episode of the podcast, Morris Sussex Sports interviews Dr. Tony Iacono, president of County College of Morris. MSS covers sports for 40 high schools in Morris, Sussex and parts of Warren counties. Many of those students will be heading off to college so we took the opportunity to interview Dr. Iacono to help students and families get an intimate look behind the scenes at the community college resource in our backyard. This is a fascinating look at the history of the school and the value prop County College of Morris provides young people in our community, adult students and what they are doing for local businesses in northern New Jersey. If college is in the future for you or your son or daughter, you must listen to this interview. About Dr. Iacono Dr. Anthony J. Iacono, a community college graduate, became the third president of County College of Morris (CCM) on September 1, 2016. Prior to that, he served as Vice President of Academic Affairs at Indian River State College (IRSC) in Fort Pierce, FL, where he served as a core member of the team that helped IRSC earn recognition by the Aspen Award Committee as one of the top three community colleges in the nation. He began his career in education as a professor of History. Dr. Iacono is committed to the mission of community colleges and the ability of community colleges to provide superior educational opportunities. He is also a firm believer that great community colleges are those which strengthen the local economy by helping retain existing businesses and attracting new companies by training a skilled workforce. Dr. Iacono chairs the Board of Directors for the Picatinny Innovation Center, serves on the Morris County Chamber of Commerce Board and has participanted in Leadership Morris. He also serves on various state committees and is eager to work with individuals and organizations in Morris County, throughout New Jersey and across the nation to ensure that CCM is a recognized leader in innovation and outcomes. A strong supporter of higher education and its power to transform lives, Dr. Iacono has served as an advisor to the United States Department of Education, the Florida Department of Education and various national think tanks and educational reform organizations. He is also one of the four founders of Florida’s Institute for the Professional Development of Adult Educators. Dr. Iacono is a first-generation college student who received his Ph.D. in American History from Mississippi State University, his M.A. and B.A. in American History from the University of Central Florida, and his Associate in Arts in General Studies from Indian River Community College.

On this episode, I Zoom in Asiya Nasir for a part two of our conversation. This time we talk about her journey into entrepreneurship. On this episode, I Zoom in Asiya Jamillah Nasir and we chat about walking in faith and shining only like you can do it. Asiya Jamillah Nasir, Chief Empowerment Officer and Founder of J.E.S.S.I.C.A. Cares has extensive management, financial and leadership experience through her 25 plus years in the corporate & financial industry. Through participating in various community initiatives; she found her passion of working with, mentoring and empowering young girls. In December of 2014, Asiya became a Muslim of which furthered her belief that every young lady has something special and extraordinary to offer the world. Her belief is that they possess uniqueness and talents that are part of their D.N.A. Asiya's vision is to assist young girls to see themselves under the same powerful light and through participation of the J.E.S.S.I.C.A. Cares curriculum; guide them to develop necessary skills to live a life that is pleasing to our creator. Through uplifting one day programs, interactive exercises & academies, J.E.S.S.I.C.A. Cares offers teens the "how to's" and resources necessary to make goals a reality and provide a safe haven for Muslimah's and young girls of all faiths to discuss their struggles and fears and assist in overcoming those emotions. Asiya is a transformational speaker who has developed a unique format in which she challenges the young girls to be relentless in their determination and pursuit to accomplish their life goals. Each of the workshops, empowerment academies and inspirational annual retreats represent the belief that every young lady can accomplish any dream they set for themselves in spite of their past or current circumstances with God's help. Asiya has also been a featured author for various nonprofit newsletters such as Project Rousseau and Angel Wings Bridge Foundation. Asiya has also been featured in the Daily News in 2011 and 2012. Asiya currently teaches in New York, New Jersey, Delaware and Philadelphia. She has also taught at Jersey Battered Women's Services in Morris County, NJ, The New York City Housing Authority's Girls Basketball Team, Homeless Shelters and various Teen Centers. Asiya became a Chaplain in 2016. Asiya is also an award recipient for various community achievements that include; 2016 County College of Morris: EOF Mentor Program; 2015 Face My Abuse: Women Who Make A Difference; 2011 Berkeley College: Featured Success Student/Changing Lives for 80 years; 2011 Project ReDirect Family Services: Excellence in Business and Community Service Award; 2012 Morristown Neighborhood House: Appreciation for Service and Dedication to the African American Community. Connect with Asiya on Twitter: twitter.com/jessicacares1 Learn more about J.E.S.S.I.C.A. Cares at their website: www.jessicacares.org/

Dave Macholz is the Academic Chair of the Automotive Technology program at Suffolk County Community College, the largest Community College in the State of New York. Dave began his career as a Technician at the age of fifteen and worked as a tech while pursuing a degree at CUNY Queens College. After College Dave owned and operated his own shop and continued to work as a Technician until being hired as a full-time High School Automotive Teacher at Eastern Suffolk BOCES in Oakdale NY. Dave served as the lead instructor for the AYES Automotive program at ES BOCES for several years before leaving to take a position as a full time Instructor at Suffolk County Community College in Selden, NY where he currently Chairs the Fiat Chrysler MOPAR CAP Local, General Motors ASEP, Honda PACT, Subaru U, Toyota T-TEN, and general automotive programs. Dave is an instructor and program consultant for Worlpac where he teaches and manages a team of Asian market vehicle technical trainers. In addition to his instructional background, Dave writes technical articles for Motor Age Magazine, serves on several industry and publishing company advisory boards and is an advocate for continuing automotive education for working automotive professionals. Talking points: Dave grew up in his grandfather’s shop. Suffolk County Community College on Long Island, New York is in its 30 th Year. There are over 6,000 registered shops on Long Island. How do we Improve enrollment in automotive technology college or automotive post-secondary schools? Need to first communicate the need for techs which starts in schools Middle school, high school, BOCES (Board of Cooperative Educational; Services in New York provides school districts with shared skilled trades courses) It starts with parents. If the parent’s perception that the automotive industry isn’t the right path for their child, then students never consider it as a career. Students starting their career in the automotive. Initial pay is lower than most careers, $12/hr, required to have own tools. This needs to change. The Industry needs to start with a pay progression process along with pay scale that follows that progression. Too many students are not doing challenging work after two years and they lose interest in their chosen career. We must take on this task to challenge our future techs. Mentors are necessary to help students into their new career. Key for the student to become successful. Shops needs to commit to cost in training. Mentoring is a skill and needs to be learned. Most senior person in the shop is not necessarily the best choice for being a Mentor. There will be a charge involved in mentoring young people. The shop must come to that realization. Rethink automotive industry. From training, certifications, and continuing education. New business models may be considered. With technology changing in cars you need a next level technician. Internships First semester- vet skills Second semester in the first year- 80 hours spring semester, 400 hours over summer, 80-160 fall semester, graduation about 100% of interns are working. 60% dealerships, 40% independent shops. Post-secondary must follow up with industry to verify students career pathing and learn about any changes to the program to better prepare and keep student employed. Capital budgets for public college and the need for improvement. 70-80% is faculty salary and benefits. Need to get creative for funding- grants, donations. Facility upgrades need to be considered because of the demand of the industry. The need of industry is so great which is sparking interest from colleges to help fill industry’s employment needs. That is what community colleges do. Grants are important to find funding. In-kind donations are also important for his program. Key to funding is involvement from industry. Future of

 Doris@gethealthysoon.com Finding Hope In Darkness http://learntruehealth.com/finding-hope/ When we’re depressed or overwhelmed with problems, it’s hard finding hope. That is why it is essential to find a good support system to lift you out of that darkness. My guest today is a survivor. Integrative Nutrition Health Coach Doris Dahdouh is here to tell us all about her journey of finding hope. I graduated from the Institute for Integrative Nutrition last year. The courses are fabulous and I highly encourage everyone to sign up for their classes.  It’s perfect for anyone who would want to become a health coach or simply enhance your knowledge about nutrition. Social Work Doris Dahdouh says her journey to becoming a health coach started with her always having the heart to help people in finding hope. She ended up in the social work field and had a lucrative career that spanned twelve years. Doris Dahdouh started in a community working with teens in crisis, children, foster families, and former prisoners who are beginning to get back into the community. It was not long after when Doris Dahdouh moved into the school field.  Health Crisis Doris Dahdouh worked as a school social worker for eight years. It was during this period that she noticed that she was progressively getting sick. She noticed that she was mainly getting sick around two and a half weeks before getting her period.  Some of her symptoms included being emotional, overly upset and depressed. She often felt angry, yet she found it hard to control her feelings. Physical symptoms include bloating, heartburn, joint pains and the sense of nausea. That was her health condition from 19 to 36 years old. Doris Dahdouh consulted many doctors, but none of them could give an accurate diagnosis. She was on anti-depressants and anti-anxiety medications to cope with her condition. Doris Dahdouh even recalls one OB-gyne diagnosed her to have PCOS because she was overweight and pre-diabetic at that time. Her hair was thinning yet Doris Dahdouh was put on birth control, thyroid medication, pre-diabetic medication. Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder Things weren’t getting any better for Doris Dahdouh when she pursued further studies in graduate school. With numerous health problems, it was hard finding hope beyond the darkness. “I was in graduate school when I got progressively worse. I did some research and came across premenstrual dysphoric disorder or PMDD,” said Doris Dahdouh. “At that time, nobody knew what it was. I had to educate some of the doctors about it, but still, they would not take me seriously. It was frustrating.” When a woman has PMDD, they usually experience severe depression symptoms, irritability, and tension before getting their period. PMDD is different from PMS or premenstrual syndrome because the symptoms are more severe. Because Doris Dahdouh’s health condition was erratic, she had to take strong medications. She was eventually deemed unfit by her work superiors to continue working and was later on relieved from her job. Discovering Yoga Doris Dahdouh discovered the joy of practicing yoga when she left her social work job. Meditating, going to church and trying to take off some medication was her slow journey to finding hope. “When I started my transformation, there was a time when I went cold turkey and got off of everything. But I realized it should be done gradually,” said Doris Dahdouh. “My yoga time was letting my body benefit from all of the positive results of moving it, stretching it and letting the toxins out. There were a lot of things I didn’t know about until I went to yoga.” Doris Dahdouh affirms that some yoga poses would help lift up one’s mood. The emotions would come out, and it felt amazing. That felt like a breakthrough for her finding hope in getting rid of health problems. Doris Dahdouh’s teacher also taught her poses for detoxing. Apparently, anything with a twist would let out the toxins. “It’s about being still. Just being in that moment is helpful for a person’s well-being. Because you’re not thinking about what if,” Doris Dahdouh said. “You’re not thinking about what happened, but rather you’re thinking about the need to be present right now. And that was helpful.”  Hitting Rock Bottom It was not long after when Doris Dahdouh decided to see a kinesiologist upon a friend’s suggestion. The session was expensive, and Doris Dahdouh was tested for issues with thyroid and gut health. From there, Doris Dahdouh felt everything started to make sense. “If you have a lot of thyroid issues, your heart is also going to have an issue. And I was overly exhausted. Finally, someone is validating,” recalls Doris Dahdouh. “There was so much outside stress on top of the inside stress that was going on in my body. It was a year of darkness. I had to see the kinesiologist every six weeks.” Things were initially looking up, but a few months after the diagnosis, Doris Dahdouh spiraled downwards. She wanted to end her life because she was tired of waking up with anxiety, darkness and hopelessness. “There’s a lot of emotions surrounding that story. Because I think about the person I was. I saw myself as an outside person. But something just told me not to do it,” said Doris Dahdouh. “I committed to doing the protocol, and the heaviness came back. My hope came from the Holy Spirit and my father, so I told myself to keep taking supplements.” Diet Changes Doris Dahdouh says remembering her days as a social worker; there was this element of health that was missing. She wished there were more health and nutrition classes in graduate school for those who want to be counselors, too.  Because apparently, a lot of mental health is indeed associated with people’s reactions to food or intolerances to food. “The doctor did not alter my diet. But I was doing some reading myself about organic and gluten-free foods. Gluten causes inflammation, foggy brain and depression symptoms. It messes with the hormones. So I was very strict with my diet,” said Doris Dahdouh. Slowly but surely, Doris Dahdouh started to see slight changes. A few months after hitting rock bottom and eating right, her health symptoms began to disappear. She recalls feeling symptoms a little before ovulation time, and it was getting to a point where Doris Dahdouh was shocked whenever her period comes on time. I believe there has to be a stronger stance against serving fast food or unhealthy food in within the public school system. I recently had Dr. Joel Fuhrman on the show. And I’m currently reading his The Food Genocide book. The book states that there is a 40% chance of getting heart disease if you eat one meal a week that is processed food.   The risk of heart attack increases to 89% if you eat fried foods every day. I also had Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn who says more kids now have early signs of heart disease. Ultimately, we have to look at our belief system and change our relationship with food before it’s too late. Doris Dahdouh is also dairy-free, although it just happened in the past year and a half. She decided to give up dairy because she noticed having a hormonal reaction to it.  “I researched and saw that I didn’t need dairy. Being flexible is very important. It’s not just being flexible to what you’re eating or how you eat,” Doris Dahdouh said. “But it is being flexible to the fact that you change as a person. Diet can change, the situation can change, and it’s okay because that’s what life is all about.” Finding The Institute For Integrative Nutrition Doris Dahdouh was reading a lot of articles because she was implementing a lot of what she was learning into her life. Then chanced upon an Institute For Integrative Nutrition (IIN) ad and a friend who also saw it encouraged Doris Dahdouh to enroll. Doris Dahdouh looked into the school curriculum and the sample class. After finding out the tuition details, she discussed the matter thoroughly with her dad. It took her another month to decide on signing up for courses. Joshua Rosenthal is the IIN founder and his background in counseling helped Doris Dahdouh decide in enrolling at IIN. Doris Dahdouh started her online classes in January 2015 and eventually moved to California to see if she could start a business there. Working With IIN Learning from her past employment, Doris Dahdouh dealt with so much stress when she became too involved with her clients and workload. This time around, she decided to take baby steps. Doris Dahdouh again joined the workforce by doing counseling sessions part-time. Shortly after, she found out IIN had a vacancy at the admissions department. She applied and eventually got accepted. “I help people enroll in really great programs. It’s not just informative when it comes to health, primary foods, and diet. But there’s that personal transformation,” said Doris Dahdouh. “There’s a part of me that changed. I don’t see that I can’t do anything anymore. It’s amazing how your brain can shift.” This June, it’ll be two years that Doris Dahdouh has been working for IIN. She says there’s something in the program where you learn to connect with someone, and people usually make some significant positive changes. “This is something that is very needed because people need that support. They know they need to make the changes. You need that person who you can ask questions, and they can check in with you. Being held accountable is very important to your success,” said Doris Dahdouh. Annual retreats and weekly office massages are just some of the employee perks at IIN. Doris Dahdouh says she deals with a lot of client referrals and the post-grad classes, in particular, are in demand. According to Doris Dahdouh, many people usually sign up for IIN’s Launch Your Dream Book course. Apparently, many IIN graduates have become top sellers on Amazon and some even become personal chefs. Looking Ahead Doris Dahdouh has indeed come a long way from where she started. Getting out of the darkness, her perseverance and resilience are now paying off. “Put time and effort, and you will see results. You are not going to see a result of something if you don’t maintain or put the work in,” said Doris Dahdouh. “And you also have to follow the tools that are given to you. They are given to you for a reason because it works.” Doris Dahdouh believes that no matter how well your walking in your life and your path, there’s always going to be some stress. There’s still going to be an emotion to react to something. We tend to feel it in our body but tend to ignore it. “Know that there is hope. Sometimes it is a glimpse of a small light, sometimes a big one. But there is something out there that can keep you going.” Bio Doris Dahdouh is an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach and CEO/founder of Get Healthy Soon.  She is a guest writer/blogger for Fitlife.tv and a School Social Worker Substitute at Source4Teachers Education.  Doris Dahdouh has a Certificate in Health Coaching at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition as well as a Master’s degree in Social Work from Rutgers Graduate School of Education. 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OWASP (https://www.owasp.org) Foundation as an elected member of the Global Board of Directors for ten years. He also founded the New Jersey OWASP Chapter and grew the New York City as President for thirteen Years. Today, Tom is associated with CREST International (http://www.crest-approved.org/usa/crest-usa-chapter-board/index.html) as its elected Chairman of the Americas Board and participates as technical advisor for New Jersey Institute of Technology, County College of Morris, Morris County Economic Development Corporation, Rockaway Township Official, and is a member of the CERT team. In this episode we discuss his start in information security, building secure software, giving back to the cyber security community, mentors he has had, recommendations he gives to people starting in infosec, starting the HACKNYC (http://hacknyc.com/) conference, and so much more. Where you can find Tom: LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/tombrennan/) Twitter (https://twitter.com/brennantom) OWASP (https://www.owasp.org/index.php/User:Brennan) HACKNYC (http://hacknyc.com/)

On this episode, I Zoom in Asiya Jamillah Nasir and we chat about walking in faith and shining only like you can do it. Asiya Jamillah Nasir, Chief Empowerment Officer and Founder of J.E.S.S.I.C.A. Cares has extensive management, financial and leadership experience through her 25 plus years in the corporate & financial industry. Through participating in various community initiatives; she found her passion of working with, mentoring and empowering young girls. In December of 2014, Asiya became a Muslim of which furthered her belief that every young lady has something special and extraordinary to offer the world. Her belief is that they possess uniqueness and talents that are part of their D.N.A. Asiya's vision is to assist young girls to see themselves under the same powerful light and through participation of the J.E.S.S.I.C.A. Cares curriculum; guide them to develop necessary skills to live a life that is pleasing to our creator. Through uplifting one day programs, interactive exercises & academies, J.E.S.S.I.C.A. Cares offers teens the "how to's" and resources necessary to make goals a reality and provide a safe haven for Muslimah's and young girls of all faiths to discuss their struggles and fears and assist in overcoming those emotions. Asiya is a transformational speaker who has developed a unique format in which she challenges the young girls to be relentless in their determination and pursuit to accomplish their life goals. Each of the workshops, empowerment academies and inspirational annual retreats represent the belief that every young lady can accomplish any dream they set for themselves in spite of their past or current circumstances with God's help. Asiya has also been a featured author for various nonprofit newsletters such as Project Rousseau and Angel Wings Bridge Foundation. Asiya has also been featured in the Daily News in 2011 and 2012. Asiya currently teaches in New York, New Jersey, Delaware and Philadelphia. She has also taught at Jersey Battered Women's Services in Morris County, NJ, The New York City Housing Authority's Girls Basketball Team, Homeless Shelters and various Teen Centers. Asiya became a Chaplain in 2016. Asiya is also an award recipient for various community achievements that include; 2016 County College of Morris: EOF Mentor Program; 2015 Face My Abuse: Women Who Make A Difference; 2011 Berkeley College: Featured Success Student/Changing Lives for 80 years; 2011 Project ReDirect Family Services: Excellence in Business and Community Service Award; 2012 Morristown Neighborhood House: Appreciation for Service and Dedication to the African American Community. Connect with Asiya on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jessicacares1 Learn more about J.E.S.S.I.C.A. Cares at their website: http://www.jessicacares.org/

Mike and Peggy celebrate their final Saturday show (they'll still be on Sundays from 9-11am!) at the 10th Anniversary Green Living Expo at McHenry County College in Crystal Lake.

Fr. William George joins Dan as they talk about some of the unique challenges Father William encounters, as a spiritual advisor for the OCF chapter of County College of Morris--giving room for others to work, leading discussions, and maintaining the peace.

Fr. William George joins Dan as they talk about some of the unique challenges Father William encounters, as a spiritual advisor for the OCF chapter of County College of Morris--giving room for others to work, leading discussions, and maintaining the peace.

Kelly interviews Denis Sheehan the author of Instant Relevance: Using Today's Experiences to Teach Tomorrow's Lessons.  Denis Sheeran is an engaging, fun, highly requested nationwide speaker, delivering keynotes, full and half day workshops, and small group professional development to teachers and administrators. He is a Google Certified Educator, Chromebook in the Classroom trainer, Smartboard and Smart Notebook trainer and can customize PD for your school district. Denis has a Masters Degree in Educational Leadership and a Bachelor's Degree in Mathematics Education with a minor in Music, adjunct Professor of Statistics at the County College of Morris in Randolph, NJ and is now the Supervisor of Mathematics, K-12, in Chatham, NJ after having taught high school math, from Algebra to Advanced Placement, for 13 years Lake Forest High School, in Lake Forest, IL.  Denis Sheeran is a certified online and hybrid course teacher and has been asked to serve on the statistics development committee by several online course companies.  Denis can help you develop new courses and curriculum to fit the needs of your diverse student population. He was most recently published in the Fall 2015 Statistics Teacher Network Journal. Denis lives in NJ with his wife, four children, and his litter box trained dog, Scout. Mentioned in this podcast: • Denis's book Instant Relevance: Using Today's Experiences to Teach Tomorrow's Lessons can be purchase here.  • Denis's website is: www.denissheeran.com • Denis's most influential read: Teach Like a Pirate by Dave Burgess • Denis recommends the book Mathematical Mindsets: Unleashing Students' Potential through Creative Math, Inspiring Messages and Innovative Teaching by Jo Boaler • Denis also recommends The Gift of Failure: How the Best Parents Learn to Let Go So Their Children Can Succeed by Jessica Lahey • Denis hosts a Twitter Chat each Wednesday at 9:30 PM at #makeitreal • Denis's favorite app is Desmos, an amazing graphing calculator. Denis says this is a game-changer.   

The 1991 publication of Karen McCarthy Brown’s “Mama Lola: A Vodou Priestess in Brooklyn,” now in its third edition, was a watershed contribution to the field of religious studies and became a perennial favorite among assigned textbooks. Brown’s exemplary ethnographic treatment of the religious practices of a Haitian immigrant humanized the adepts of this much-maligned African diaspora religion, and made social science methodology accessible to religious studies, a field theretofore dominated by (and still largely defined by) textual studies. Brown’s feminist scholarship valued women’s accounts of their religious practices and life experiences as data for research, and provided a self-reflexive interpretation of the relationships she established with field subjects who became her own religious family. The panelists reflect upon the influence of Karen McCarthy Brown’s scholarship on their own research and teaching, and how her work marked, and helped to produce, the “ethnographic turn” in the study of religion. Following their discussion, Brown's students and colleagues in the audience share candid memories of their beloved teacher and friend. Panelists: Jalane D. Schmidt, University of Virginia, Presiding Robert A. Orsi, Northwestern University Pamela Klassen, University of Toronto Aisha Beliso-De Jesus, Harvard University Claudine Michel, University of California, Santa Barbara with remarks by Linda E. Thomas, Lutheran School of Theology at Chicago Charles Selengut, County College of Morris Dorothy Austin, Harvard University Diana L. Eck, Harvard University Ennis Edmonds, Kenyon College Jack Hawley, Barnard College The session was recorded at the 2015 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Religion on November 22 in Atlanta, GA.

Middlesex County College Vice President of Finance and Administration Sue Perkins was one of only two women Vice Presidents in community colleges when she took on the role. Things have changed today, thanks to hard work, persistence, and deep collaboration with a growing network of higher education professionals. "When I look back on my career path, I realize now how important it was to talk to people, to get involved in other areas before they became my responsibility," says Perkins. She volunteered actively in areas beyond finance to learn the functions, and become comfortable in those areas well before they became her responsibility. Beyond the college, says Perkins, get involved in NACUBO for the networking, for discovering the people to serve as your role models, both at your level and beyond. Join us this week for a fantastic conversation with Sue Perkins on mentorship, networking, and the power of understanding politics on furthering the mission of your institution!

Jesse interviews Janet Pfeiffer - international inspirational speaker and award-winning author is a Fortune 500 consultant, globally syndicated radio host (Anger 911) and TV personality (CNN, Fox News, Lifetime, ABC News and more). She’s N.J. State certified in domestic violence issues and works with battered women. She specializes in healing anger and conflict and creating inner peace. She's also a contributor to the Dr. Phil Show and an adjunct instructor at County College of Morris. Janet is also a registered provider for the NJ Education Association. Janet is the author of 8 books including the highly acclaimed The Secret Side of Anger and her latest, The Great Truth.  You can learn more about Janet's work at:  www.pfeifferpowerseminars.com Website:  www.jesseannnicholsgeorge1.com Clare Hedin:  www.clarehedin.com Shimshai:  www.shimshai.com

In this episode, we are going back to design school with Susan Cohan, Association of Professional Landscape Designers (APLD) landscape designer and adjunct professor. We are broadcasting live from the design studio at the Gold LEED Certified Landscape Horticultural Technology Building at the County College of Morris (CCM) in Randolph, NJ. Listen in as Cohan, principal of Susan Cohan Gardens, voices her opinions on landscape design programs and the landscape design process, along with some innovative projects she is working on at CCM.

In this episode, we are going back to design school with Susan Cohan, Association of Professional Landscape Designers (APLD) landscape designer and adjunct professor. We are broadcasting live from the design studio at the Gold LEED Certified Landscape Horticultural Technology Building at the County College of Morris (CCM) in Randolph, NJ. Listen in as Cohan, principal of Susan Cohan Gardens, voices her opinions on landscape design programs and the landscape design process, along with some innovative projects she is working on at CCM.

In this episode, we are going back to design school with Susan Cohan, Association of Professional Landscape Designers (APLD) landscape designer and adjunct professor. We are broadcasting live from the design studio at the Gold LEED Certified Landscape Horticultural Technology Building at the County College of Morris (CCM) in Randolph, NJ. Listen in as Cohan, principal of Susan Cohan Gardens, voices her opinions on landscape design programs and the landscape design process, along with some innovative projects she is working on at CCM.

In this episode, we are going back to design school with Susan Cohan, Association of Professional Landscape Designers (APLD) landscape designer and adjunct professor. We are broadcasting live from the design studio at the Gold LEED Certified Landscape Horticultural Technology Building at the County College of Morris (CCM) in Randolph, NJ. Listen in as Cohan, principal of Susan Cohan Gardens, voices her opinions on landscape design programs and the landscape design process, along with some innovative projects she is working on at CCM.

Low-voltage landscape lighting is Michael Deo's specialty. He'll share his tips and cover some other hot-button lighting topics such as: -Misconceptions the public has about landscape lighting -Common problems in lighting installations -The most exciting things happening in the field of lighting -How landscape designers or design/build firms can work with a lighting-only pro to increase profits Deo is the president and founder of NatureScape Lighting and an award winning lighting designer. Since he is also formally trained in landscape design, his lighting projects reflect a deep knowledge of horticulture. He is keenly aware of how plants change not only with the seasons but over time and how each will react to light. His signature style is evident anywhere there is texture – beautiful millwork, exfoliating bark, the transparent leaves of a Japanese maple. Deo frequently teaches lighting design at Rutgers Home Gardener's school and appears as a guest lecturer in residential garden design classes at both Rutgers and the County College of Morris. Michael has also been a contributing writer for Gardener News and was featured twice on News 12 NJ's Backyard Gardener. He is an active member of the: Association of Outdoor Lighting Professionals; Designer's Lighting Forum of NY; NJNLA; International Dark Sky Association; US Green Building Council - NJ; and a former Board member of the Professional Landscape Alliance of NJ and currently serves on the board of the AOLP. NatureScape Lighting is also an active sponsor of the New Jersey Chapter of the Association of Professional Landscape Designers. NatureScape Lighting transforms beautiful landscapes into exquisite works of art. The company's sole focus is to help people extend the enjoyment of their gardens after daylight hours through the use of cutting edge green technologies. For more information, visit www.NatureScapeLighting.com.

Low-voltage landscape lighting is Michael Deo's specialty. He'll share his tips and cover some other hot-button lighting topics such as: -Misconceptions the public has about landscape lighting -Common problems in lighting installations -The most exciting things happening in the field of lighting -How landscape designers or design/build firms can work with a lighting-only pro to increase profits Deo is the president and founder of NatureScape Lighting and an award winning lighting designer. Since he is also formally trained in landscape design, his lighting projects reflect a deep knowledge of horticulture. He is keenly aware of how plants change not only with the seasons but over time and how each will react to light. His signature style is evident anywhere there is texture – beautiful millwork, exfoliating bark, the transparent leaves of a Japanese maple. Deo frequently teaches lighting design at Rutgers Home Gardener's school and appears as a guest lecturer in residential garden design classes at both Rutgers and the County College of Morris. Michael has also been a contributing writer for Gardener News and was featured twice on News 12 NJ's Backyard Gardener. He is an active member of the: Association of Outdoor Lighting Professionals; Designer's Lighting Forum of NY; NJNLA; International Dark Sky Association; US Green Building Council - NJ; and a former Board member of the Professional Landscape Alliance of NJ and currently serves on the board of the AOLP. NatureScape Lighting is also an active sponsor of the New Jersey Chapter of the Association of Professional Landscape Designers. NatureScape Lighting transforms beautiful landscapes into exquisite works of art. The company's sole focus is to help people extend the enjoyment of their gardens after daylight hours through the use of cutting edge green technologies. For more information, visit www.NatureScapeLighting.com.

Low-voltage landscape lighting is Michael Deo's specialty. He'll share his tips and cover some other hot-button lighting topics such as: -Misconceptions the public has about landscape lighting -Common problems in lighting installations -The most exciting things happening in the field of lighting -How landscape designers or design/build firms can work with a lighting-only pro to increase profitsDeo is the president and founder of NatureScape Lighting and an award winning lighting designer. Since he is also formally trained in landscape design, his lighting projects reflect a deep knowledge of horticulture. He is keenly aware of how plants change not only with the seasons but over time and how each will react to light. His signature style is evident anywhere there is texture – beautiful millwork, exfoliating bark, the transparent leaves of a Japanese maple.Deo frequently teaches lighting design at Rutgers Home Gardener's school and appears as a guest lecturer in residential garden design classes at both Rutgers and the County College of Morris. Michael has also been a contributing writer for Gardener News and was featured twice on News 12 NJ's Backyard Gardener. He is an active member of the: Association of Outdoor Lighting Professionals; Designer's Lighting Forum of NY; NJNLA; International Dark Sky Association; US Green Building Council - NJ; and a former Board member of the Professional Landscape Alliance of NJ and currently serves on the board of the AOLP. NatureScape Lighting is also an active sponsor of the New Jersey Chapter of the Association of Professional Landscape Designers.NatureScape Lighting transforms beautiful landscapes into exquisite works of art. The company's sole focus is to help people extend the enjoyment of their gardens after daylight hours through the use of cutting edge green technologies.For more information, visit www.NatureScapeLighting.com.

Low-voltage landscape lighting is Michael Deo's specialty. He'll share his tips and cover some other hot-button lighting topics such as: -Misconceptions the public has about landscape lighting -Common problems in lighting installations -The most exciting things happening in the field of lighting -How landscape designers or design/build firms can work with a lighting-only pro to increase profitsDeo is the president and founder of NatureScape Lighting and an award winning lighting designer. Since he is also formally trained in landscape design, his lighting projects reflect a deep knowledge of horticulture. He is keenly aware of how plants change not only with the seasons but over time and how each will react to light. His signature style is evident anywhere there is texture – beautiful millwork, exfoliating bark, the transparent leaves of a Japanese maple.Deo frequently teaches lighting design at Rutgers Home Gardener's school and appears as a guest lecturer in residential garden design classes at both Rutgers and the County College of Morris. Michael has also been a contributing writer for Gardener News and was featured twice on News 12 NJ's Backyard Gardener. He is an active member of the: Association of Outdoor Lighting Professionals; Designer's Lighting Forum of NY; NJNLA; International Dark Sky Association; US Green Building Council - NJ; and a former Board member of the Professional Landscape Alliance of NJ and currently serves on the board of the AOLP. NatureScape Lighting is also an active sponsor of the New Jersey Chapter of the Association of Professional Landscape Designers.NatureScape Lighting transforms beautiful landscapes into exquisite works of art. The company's sole focus is to help people extend the enjoyment of their gardens after daylight hours through the use of cutting edge green technologies.For more information, visit www.NatureScapeLighting.com.

Award winning designer Susan Olinger, President of the Association of Professional Landscape Designers (APLD), discusses the importance of being a certified landscape designer and the value of joining an organization like the APLD. From starting as a local member to taking over at the national level, Susan has seen her association, and the industry itself, grow dramatically over the years (although she won't say how many). We will also talk about her passion for landscape design, and how the APLD has helped her throughout her career, as well as the challenges that she has faced. Find out what she sees as the future for landscape design and landscape designers ... and maybe learn a few of her trade secrets. Olinger is the 2012 president of the APLD, founder of the APLD's N.J. chapter and has served on their International Board of Directors since 2008. She is a landscape and garden designer with Sterling Horticultural Services, in Flanders, N.J., where since 1996 she has been creating custom landscape designs, and overseeing the installations for this full-service firm. In addition to attending numerous workshops and conference tours in this country and in Europe, Olinger has completed certificate courses at Rutgers University and Harvard Graduate School of Design. She also holds a degree in Landscape Design from County College of Morris. Olinger began her career in a retail nursery, managed private gardens, and served a two-year horticultural internship at the Frelinghuysen Arboretum, Morristown, N.J. She has lectured to groups and adult schools on garden design and plant maintenance, and is a freelance garden writer, member of the Garden Writers Association. For more information, visit www.sterlinghort.com and www.apld.com or email susan@sterlinghort.com.

Award winning designer Susan Olinger, President of the Association of Professional Landscape Designers (APLD), discusses the importance of being a certified landscape designer and the value of joining an organization like the APLD. From starting as a local member to taking over at the national level, Susan has seen her association, and the industry itself, grow dramatically over the years (although she won't say how many). We will also talk about her passion for landscape design, and how the APLD has helped her throughout her career, as well as the challenges that she has faced. Find out what she sees as the future for landscape design and landscape designers ... and maybe learn a few of her trade secrets. Olinger is the 2012 president of the APLD, founder of the APLD's N.J. chapter and has served on their International Board of Directors since 2008. She is a landscape and garden designer with Sterling Horticultural Services, in Flanders, N.J., where since 1996 she has been creating custom landscape designs, and overseeing the installations for this full-service firm. In addition to attending numerous workshops and conference tours in this country and in Europe, Olinger has completed certificate courses at Rutgers University and Harvard Graduate School of Design. She also holds a degree in Landscape Design from County College of Morris. Olinger began her career in a retail nursery, managed private gardens, and served a two-year horticultural internship at the Frelinghuysen Arboretum, Morristown, N.J. She has lectured to groups and adult schools on garden design and plant maintenance, and is a freelance garden writer, member of the Garden Writers Association. For more information, visit www.sterlinghort.com and www.apld.com or email susan@sterlinghort.com.

Award winning designer Susan Olinger, President of the Association of Professional Landscape Designers (APLD), discusses the importance of being a certified landscape designer and the value of joining an organization like the APLD. From starting as a local member to taking over at the national level, Susan has seen her association, and the industry itself, grow dramatically over the years (although she won't say how many).We will also talk about her passion for landscape design, and how the APLD has helped her throughout her career, as well as the challenges that she has faced.Find out what she sees as the future for landscape design and landscape designers ... and maybe learn a few of her trade secrets.Olinger is the 2012 president of the APLD, founder of the APLD's N.J. chapter and has served on their International Board of Directors since 2008. She is a landscape and garden designer with Sterling Horticultural Services, in Flanders, N.J., where since 1996 she has been creating custom landscape designs, and overseeing the installations for this full-service firm.In addition to attending numerous workshops and conference tours in this country and in Europe, Olinger has completed certificate courses at Rutgers University and Harvard Graduate School of Design. She also holds a degree in Landscape Design from County College of Morris. Olinger began her career in a retail nursery, managed private gardens, and served a two-year horticultural internship at the Frelinghuysen Arboretum, Morristown, N.J. She has lectured to groups and adult schools on garden design and plant maintenance, and is a freelance garden writer, member of the Garden Writers Association.For more information, visit www.sterlinghort.com and www.apld.com or email susan@sterlinghort.com.

Award winning designer Susan Olinger, President of the Association of Professional Landscape Designers (APLD), discusses the importance of being a certified landscape designer and the value of joining an organization like the APLD. From starting as a local member to taking over at the national level, Susan has seen her association, and the industry itself, grow dramatically over the years (although she won't say how many).We will also talk about her passion for landscape design, and how the APLD has helped her throughout her career, as well as the challenges that she has faced.Find out what she sees as the future for landscape design and landscape designers ... and maybe learn a few of her trade secrets.Olinger is the 2012 president of the APLD, founder of the APLD's N.J. chapter and has served on their International Board of Directors since 2008. She is a landscape and garden designer with Sterling Horticultural Services, in Flanders, N.J., where since 1996 she has been creating custom landscape designs, and overseeing the installations for this full-service firm.In addition to attending numerous workshops and conference tours in this country and in Europe, Olinger has completed certificate courses at Rutgers University and Harvard Graduate School of Design. She also holds a degree in Landscape Design from County College of Morris. Olinger began her career in a retail nursery, managed private gardens, and served a two-year horticultural internship at the Frelinghuysen Arboretum, Morristown, N.J. She has lectured to groups and adult schools on garden design and plant maintenance, and is a freelance garden writer, member of the Garden Writers Association.For more information, visit www.sterlinghort.com and www.apld.com or email susan@sterlinghort.com.

Hueina Su, The Nurturer’s Coach™, is a renowned expert in helping people find the missing peace in their stressful lives. She is a certified life coach, national keynote speaker, author, creator of Rx For Balance™ coaching program, and the founder & president of Beyond Horizon Coaching, a coaching and training company specializing in providing solutions for Stress Management, Work Life Balance, and Intensive Self-Care. Hueina started her first career as a registered nurse, and has more than 20 years of experience in nursing, coaching, counseling, speaking, training, sales, and small business. In her upcoming book, Intensive Care for the Nurturer’s Soul: 7 Keys to Nurture Yourself While Caring for Others, she shares insightful principles and practical strategies from her own life experiences as a Nurturer, her unique blend of Eastern philosophy, and her years of coaching and counseling clients. It’s an indispensable guide for anyone who nurtures others in their personal or professional lives. Hueina serves as keynote speaker for government as well as professional organizations and conferences. She frequently makes guest appearances on TV and radio shows on topics about work life balance, stress management, and caring for the caregivers. Her articles are published in newspapers, wellness publications as well as on various websites. She is an adjunct professor at County College of Morris and Dartmouth College, offering continuing education courses for nurses. It is her passion and personal mission to empower other Nurturers to practice Intensive Self-Care, create work-life balance, restore joy and inner peace, and create the life they truly desire. By changing the lives of Nurturers, she intends to empower these women as role models for the next-generation women, and impact all the lives they will touch for generations to come.