Podcasts about Hiram College

Fuel, Church of God General Conference Youth Camp, July 13-18, 2025. North Manchester, INhttps://register-online.org/FUELRedirect.php What is Fuel Youth Conference Like?https://youtu.be/l7VPCLbVDD0UCA International Conference, July 24-27, 2025, Denham Grove Hotel, Uxbridge, (London), UKhttps://sites.google.com/unitarianchristianalliance.org/ucaukintconference2025 Converge, August 1-3, 2025 Hiram College, SE of Cleveland, OH https://www.eventleaf.com/e/converge 

We're excited to introduce a new segment to the Defend Warren podcast focused on helping people understand the mortgage process. Joining us regularly will be Mattie Easton, who brings valuable insight and experience to guide listeners through the home-buying journey.Mattie grew up in Bristolville with her two sisters and graduated in a close-knit class of just 30 students. As a teen, she loved dancing at local clubs and community spots. She attended Kent State University and later earned her accounting degree from Hiram College.In this episode, you'll hear the entertaining story of how Mattie met her husband and learn how she got started in the mortgage industry back in 2004. She emphasizes that qualifying for a mortgage involves more than just having a good credit score.Mattie shares practical advice on:Understanding PMI and down payment requirementsThe basics of conventional loansWhy being transparent with your lender mattersHow you can get a mortgage with a credit score as low as 580Simple tips to build or improve creditThe difference between a hard and soft credit pullWhat separates being pre-qualified from being pre-approvedHow self-employed individuals can navigate the mortgage processMost importantly, she outlines the best ways to prepare financially and mentally for buying a home.If you'd like to speak with Mattie about your mortgage questions, you can reach her directly at: 

Dennis is a 1967 graduate of Warren G Harding High School.  He is currently the administrator of Fund for Warren's Future.Dennis graduated from Hiram College with a degree in English and later earned his MBA from Ohio State University.He began his career at the Federal Trade Commission and has lived in Chicago, New York City, and Columbus, among other places.Most of his career was spent in publishing with Time Inc., including 15 years at Fortune magazine, along with other notable publications.Dennis is also the creator of the Warren Expressed blog.In this episode, we discuss the positive developments in Warren and the progress made over the past 10–15 years.He sheds light on the Poggemeyer study, explaining its benefits and how it has been leveraged.He shares insights on how Warren is positioned to attract new businesses and encourage economic growth.And there's a not-so-well-kept secret about a major development happening downtown—shhh!Finally, I have to admit—I was wrong. Rural King is FINALLY opening a store in the Parkman Road plaza, and development for distribution and light manufacturing on the old Westlawn property has officially begun.As a friend of mine likes to say:"I hate it when I'm right and love it when I'm wrong."Thank you for your time, Dennis.Defend Warren.

It is with both gratitude and a heavy heart that I share this episode. Ron took the time to speak with me in early summer 2024, and I truly enjoyed our conversation. He was a wealth of knowledge, and I had the pleasure of knowing him for about 10 years, sharing insightful discussions from time to time.If you're a business owner, this is a must-listen episode.Ron grew up in Girard and graduated from Girard City Schools. At 28, he began his post-high school education in Hiram College's weekend program. He went on to earn his master's degree from Antioch in Yellow Springs, Ohio, and later obtained a Ph.D. in Leadership from the Union Institute in Cincinnati, Ohio.A seasoned traveler, Ron started his career at Peerless Winsmith in Warren and spent many years working in consulting and business turnaround strategies. He emphasized that businesses often face similar challenges—you are not alone in dealing with issues within your company.In this episode, we discuss startup strategies and business scaling. If you're an entrepreneur, pay close attention around the 36-minute mark. Also, take advantage of your local SCORE office in Youngstown—a valuable and free resource for business owners.We also touch on local economic growth and how Warren can expand exponentially.Exciting news! Rural King is building a new store on Parkman Road—welcome to Warren!Kimberly-Clark, it's time to build and create jobs!Learn about the Lake to River organization and why it plays a vital role in Warren's future.Keep an eye out for #MoveToWarren—our city is positioned for growth, but it will take effort! LET'S GO!Ron strongly believed in leaving the world better than he found it.Ron EmeryApril 19, 1957 – August 22, 2024Song - Keepers of the Faith by Terror

According to recent ACE presidential survey data, women now constitute 33% of university presidencies, yet a troubling pattern has emerged: these leaders are often appointed during times of institutional crisis, creating what researchers call "the glass cliff" phenomenon. In this episode of Changing Higher Ed®, Dr. Lori Varlotta, former president of Hiram College and California Lutheran University and current Distinguished Professor of Higher Education Leadership at Cal Lutheran, shares insights from her research on the glass cliff phenomenon in higher education. Drawing from her first research sabbatical in 40 years, she explores how women presidents are often hired during periods of institutional vulnerability and what can be done to ensure their success. The glass cliff differs significantly from the well-known glass ceiling concept. While the glass ceiling refers to invisible barriers preventing women from reaching top leadership positions, the glass cliff describes a phenomenon where women are specifically recruited for leadership roles during times of institutional crisis or vulnerability. In higher education, this vulnerability typically manifests as enrollment declines, decreasing net tuition revenue, grant funding challenges, or cultural crises. Dr. Varlotta's research reveals that women presidents face unique obstacles when leading institutional turnarounds, often facing implicit bias, gender-based generalizations about their performance, and disproportionate scrutiny of their appearance and leadership style through gender-charged reporting. Key Takeaways for Prospective University Presidents and Boards 1. Due Diligence: Carefully assess whether the campus truly wants the bold, transparent leadership they claim to seek during the hiring process. Engage in extensive conversations with the board to ensure alignment between stated goals and actual support. 2. Resource Commitment: Secure essential resources before accepting the position, including PR support, crisis communication expertise, and a dedicated board committee willing to serve as change management partners. 3. Gender-Charged Reporting: Be prepared for heightened scrutiny of appearance, mannerisms, and communication style. As highlighted in the research, women leaders often face disproportionate attention to non-performance factors compared to their male counterparts. As higher education faces continuing challenges, understanding and addressing the glass cliff phenomenon becomes increasingly essential for institutional success. Dr. Varlotta's research highlights the importance of careful preparation, adequate support systems, and recognition of the unique challenges faced by women leaders in academic turnaround situations. Read the transcript on our website: https://changinghighered.com/the-glass-cliff-in-higher-education-challenges-faced-by-women-university-presidents/ #GlassCliff #UniversityGovernance #HigherEdLeadership About Our Podcast Guest For four decades, Lori Varlotta, Ph.D., has held leadership positions at universities large and small, public and private, faith-based and secular, stand-alone and system-embedded. For 20+ years, she has served at the executive level: Senior VP at Sacramento State and President at Hiram College (OH) and California Lutheran University. In both presidencies, Varlotta was the first woman at the institution to hold the post. At each, she was recruited to lead systemic changes to reposition the institution for the future. Along with the turnaround and repositioning work for which she is known, Varlotta contributes routinely to national conversations and publications on student success, systemic change, integrated planning and budgeting, curricular and co-curricular prioritization, shared governance, and DEIJ. As a first-generation college student, she is grateful for the educational opportunities she has experienced. She credits her blue-collar family and community, however, for teaching her life's most important lessons. Connect with Lori Varlotta on LinkedIn → About the Podcast Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton is the founder, CEO, and Principal Consultant at The Change Leader, Inc. A highly sought-after higher education consultant with 20+ years of experience, Dr. McNaughton works with leadership, management, and boards of U.S. and international institutions. His expertise spans key areas, including accreditation, governance, strategic planning, presidential onboarding, mergers, acquisitions, and strategic alliances. Dr. McNaughton's approach combines a holistic methodology with a deep understanding of the contemporary and evolving challenges facing higher education institutions worldwide to ensure his clients succeed in their mission. Connect with Drumm McNaughton on LinkedIn→

When James Garfield, former president of the United States, was principal of Hiram College in Ohio, a parent asked him if the curriculum could be simplified for his son. “Certainly,” Garfield replied, “but it all depends on what you want to make of your boy. When God wants to make an oak tree, He takes a hundred years to do it. When He wants to make a squash, He requires only two months. Do you want your son to be a squash or more like an oak tree?” The old saying, “Putting the cart before the horse,” has been widely...Article Link

The American dream looks a lot like this. A young man from Ghana arrives to the US to attend Hiram College. Misses home. Duplicates a family recipe that goes back six generations. Becomes an entrepreneur with a product in Ohio grocery stores. Nana Kwamena Takyi-Micah is that guy and Ghana Supreme Sauce is something we can all grab from the international foods aisle at the grocery store. His company is Micah Specialty Foods. I know you will enjoy this unlikely story and along the way you will be learn a little about the African continent and the food differences therein. If you are an entrepreneur, you'll be inspired by Nana Kwamena's determination. All of us who appreciate the flavors of cultures different than our own will be reminded that the world is big and there is much to learn and discover. This episode was made possible by All Cleveland Coffee, locally roasted whole bean coffee that gives back to the Greater Cleveland Food Bank with every bag.

This week Annie dives deep into the fascinating life of President James A. Garfield, exploring his humble beginnings and remarkable journey to the White House. Born into poverty in a log cabin in Ohio, Garfield's early life was marked by hardship and determination. Discover how his family's struggles shaped his character and instilled a relentless work ethic that propelled him from a towpath boy to a college president, and eventually into the halls of Congress. We delve into Garfield's impressive academic achievements, including his time at Williams College, and his role as a beloved educator at the Western Reserve Eclectic Institute (now Hiram College). Learn about his courageous service in the Civil War, where he quickly rose to the rank of Major General, showcasing his leadership and strategic brilliance. Join us as we celebrate the legacy of James A. Garfield, a true American hero whose inspiring story continues to resonate today. President James A. Garfield Family background Early life Ohio Poverty Education Williams College Western Reserve Eclectic Institute Hiram College Civil War Major General Ohio State Senate U.S. House of Representatives Reconstruction era Civil rights 20th President of the United States Public service American history Inspirational stories

Join us for part 2 of the roundtable discussion with Fire Chiefs from around Ohio. These discussions include: Recruitment Retention Legalization/Medical Marijuana use Vehicle acquisition Department culture Adding services About the Chiefs Chief Jeffrey Deeks: Cambridge Fire Department 902 Gaston Ave. Cambridge, Ohio 43725 27 years of service Chief – 10 years Education – Ohio Fire Executive Graduate (OFE Class 16), Associates Degree in Fire Science and Bachelors Degree in Fire Administration from Columbia Southern University Certifications – State of Ohio Level II Firefighter, EMT, Fire Inspector, Fire Instructor (P) (740) 432-3232 deeks@cambridgeoh.org Deputy Chief Richard A Vober: Administrative subdivision City of Akron Fire Department 81 West Thornton St. Akron, Ohio 44311 330-375-2411 rvober@akronohio.gov Deputy Chief Richard Vober, EFO began his career as a volunteer and has served the Akron Fire Department since 1992. Deputy Chief Vober is the current Vice President for the Ohio Fire Chief's Association, and serves as the Chair for the Metro and Ad hoc Legislative Peer Support Subcommittee. Additionally, Deputy Chief Vober serves on the Legislative, Health and Wellness, and Education subcommittees. Deputy Chief Vober is a Hiram College graduate and a 2016 graduate of the National Fire Academy's Executive Fire Officer Program. He currently resides in Akron with his wife Sandy. Chief Chad Hollinger Sidney Department of Fire and Emergency Services 222 W. Poplar St. Sidney, Ohio 45365 937.498.2346 chollinger@sidneyoh.com Fire Chief Chad Hollinger began his career with the City of Sidney Department of Fire and Emergency Services in March of 2003. Prior to his appointment with the city, Chief Hollinger obtained fire certification in 1995 and volunteered with the villages of Arcanum and Pitsburg, Ohio. In early 2000, he began part-time fire and EMS work with the City of Englewood, Ohio. Prior to coming to Sidney, Hollinger had worked for the City of Monroe, Ohio has a full-time firefighter/EMT-B. After coming to Sidney, Chief Hollinger served on numerous teams and committees. He is a past-president and vice-president of Sidney Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 912. During his time as a firefighter/EMT-Paramedic, he received numerous letters of accommodation, unit citations, and records of exceptional performance. In May of 2011, Chief Hollinger was promoted to lieutenant and served in the fire prevention, training, and shift assignments. Due to retirements, Hollinger was again promoted in 2015 this time to the rank of Assistant Fire Chief where he served as A-crew Shift Commander and Chief of Technical Rescue. He was promoted to Deputy Fire Chief in 2019 and to Fire Chief in 2020. He has served in that rank since. Chief Hollinger holds an Associate Degree from Sinclair Community College in Fire Administration and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Fire and Safety Engineering Technology from the University of Cincinnati. In April of 2018, Hollinger graduated from the Ohio Fire Executive program through the Ohio Fire Chief's Association as a member of Class 16. Chief Hollinger is a state of Ohio certified Level II Firefighter, EMT-Paramedic, Certified Fire Safety Inspector, Fire Instructor, and Continuing Education Instructor. Additionally, he has completed Hazardous Materials Technician, HazMat Officer & Safety Officer, Fire Investigator, Level 1 Technical Rescue, and Fire Officer 1, 2, and 3 training. Chief Hollinger is the Northwest District Director for the Ohio Fire Chief's Association and serves on numerous committees for the OFCA. In 2022, Chief Hollinger was recognized as a ‘Fellow' in the Ohio Fire & Emergency Services Foundation and became a credentialed Ohio Fire Chief. Chief Hollinger serves on numerous non-profit boards in Sidney and Shelby County in leadership roles. He and his wife Beth reside in the Sidney area along with their two daughters.

Join us for a two part roundtable discussion with Fire Chiefs from around Ohio. These discussions include: Recruitment Retention Legalization/Medical Marijuana use Vehicle acquisition Department culture Adding services About the Chiefs Chief Jeffrey Deeks: Cambridge Fire Department 902 Gaston Ave. Cambridge, Ohio 43725 27 years of service Chief – 10 years Education – Ohio Fire Executive Graduate (OFE Class 16), Associates Degree in Fire Science and Bachelors Degree in Fire Administration from Columbia Southern University Certifications – State of Ohio Level II Firefighter, EMT, Fire Inspector, Fire Instructor (P) (740) 432-3232 deeks@cambridgeoh.org Deputy Chief Richard A Vober: Administrative subdivision City of Akron Fire Department 81 West Thornton St. Akron, Ohio 44311 330-375-2411 rvober@akronohio.gov Deputy Chief Richard Vober, EFO began his career as a volunteer and has served the Akron Fire Department since 1992. Deputy Chief Vober is the current Vice President for the Ohio Fire Chief's Association, and serves as the Chair for the Metro and Ad hoc Legislative Peer Support Subcommittee. Additionally, Deputy Chief Vober serves on the Legislative, Health and Wellness, and Education subcommittees. Deputy Chief Vober is a Hiram College graduate and a 2016 graduate of the National Fire Academy's Executive Fire Officer Program. He currently resides in Akron with his wife Sandy. Chief Chad Hollinger Sidney Department of Fire and Emergency Services 222 W. Poplar St. Sidney, Ohio 45365 937.498.2346 chollinger@sidneyoh.com Fire Chief Chad Hollinger began his career with the City of Sidney Department of Fire and Emergency Services in March of 2003. Prior to his appointment with the city, Chief Hollinger obtained fire certification in 1995 and volunteered with the villages of Arcanum and Pitsburg, Ohio. In early 2000, he began part-time fire and EMS work with the City of Englewood, Ohio. Prior to coming to Sidney, Hollinger had worked for the City of Monroe, Ohio has a full-time firefighter/EMT-B. After coming to Sidney, Chief Hollinger served on numerous teams and committees. He is a past-president and vice-president of Sidney Professional Firefighters IAFF Local 912. During his time as a firefighter/EMT-Paramedic, he received numerous letters of accommodation, unit citations, and records of exceptional performance. In May of 2011, Chief Hollinger was promoted to lieutenant and served in the fire prevention, training, and shift assignments. Due to retirements, Hollinger was again promoted in 2015 this time to the rank of Assistant Fire Chief where he served as A-crew Shift Commander and Chief of Technical Rescue. He was promoted to Deputy Fire Chief in 2019 and to Fire Chief in 2020. He has served in that rank since. Chief Hollinger holds an Associate Degree from Sinclair Community College in Fire Administration and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Fire and Safety Engineering Technology from the University of Cincinnati. In April of 2018, Hollinger graduated from the Ohio Fire Executive program through the Ohio Fire Chief's Association as a member of Class 16. Chief Hollinger is a state of Ohio certified Level II Firefighter, EMT-Paramedic, Certified Fire Safety Inspector, Fire Instructor, and Continuing Education Instructor. Additionally, he has completed Hazardous Materials Technician, HazMat Officer & Safety Officer, Fire Investigator, Level 1 Technical Rescue, and Fire Officer 1, 2, and 3 training. Chief Hollinger is the Northwest District Director for the Ohio Fire Chief's Association and serves on numerous committees for the OFCA. In 2022, Chief Hollinger was recognized as a ‘Fellow' in the Ohio Fire & Emergency Services Foundation and became a credentialed Ohio Fire Chief. Chief Hollinger serves on numerous non-profit boards in Sidney and Shelby County in leadership roles. He and his wife Beth reside in the Sidney area along with their two daughters.

Taylor Roth just completed his third season as the Men's Basketball Head Coach at Hiram College. Roth was named the 18th head coach in Hiram College men's basketball history in 2020, joining the Terriers from the University of Rochester where he served as the top assistant coach for the Yellow Jackets for two seasons.Prior to joining the Yellow Jackets, Roth spent three seasons as the top assistant and interim head coach at New York University. Before joining the Violets, Roth spent two seasons as the top assistant coach at Bluffton University and a season as the top assistant coach and recruiting coordinator at Alfred State University.A graduate of Baldwin Wallace University, Roth began his coaching career at his alma mater, spending one season as an assistant coach with the Yellow Jackets. Roth played four seasons for Baldwin-Wallace from 2007-11, serving as a team captain his senior year.If you're looking to improve your coaching please consider joining the Hoop Heads Mentorship Program. We believe that having a mentor is the best way to maximize your potential and become a transformational coach. By matching you up with one of our experienced mentors you'll develop a one on one relationship that will help your coaching, your team, your program, and your mindset. The Hoop Heads Mentorship Program delivers mentoring services to basketball coaches at all levels through our team of experienced Head Coaches. Find out more at hoopheadspod.com or shoot me an email directly mike@hoopheadspod.comFollow us on social media @hoopheadspod on Twitter and Instagram.Be sure to grab a notebook and pen before you listen to this episode with Taylor Roth, Men's Basketball Head Coach at Hiram College in the state of Ohio.Website - https://hiramterriers.com/sports/mens-basketballEmail - RothT@hiram.eduTwitter - @CoachTRothVisit our Sponsors!Dr. Dish BasketballMention the Hoop Heads Podcast when you place your order and get $300 off a brand new state of the art Dr. Dish Shooting Machine! Fast Model SportsFastModel Sports has the most compelling and intuitive basketball software out there! In addition to a great product, they also provide basketball coaching content and resources through their blog and playbank, which features over 8,000 free plays and drills from their online coaching community. For access to these plays and more information, visit fastmodelsports.com or follow them on Twitter @FastModel. Use Promo code HHP15 to save 15%The Coaching PortfolioYour first impression is everything when applying for a new coaching job. A professional coaching portfolio is the tool that highlights your coaching achievements and philosophies and, most of all, helps separate you and your abilities from the other applicants. Special Price of just $25 for all Hoop Heads Listeners.Training Camp - Elite Skill Development & Performance CombineThe first Training Camp - Elite Skill Development...

Lauren Hill began to experience dizziness while practicing with her High School Basketball team before her senior season began in 2013. Shortly thereafter, Lauren was diagnosed with DIPG. On today's podcast, her mother Lisa will talk about Lauren's amazing journey which saw Lauren continuing to play during her senior season. Already accepted to attend Mt. St. Joseph's college and play basketball there, Lauren was determined to both go to school and play. . As her conditioned worsened in the fall of 2014, Lauren stated that her goal was to make one basket for her team during her freshman season. Her hopes came to fruition on November 2nd of that year, as the NCAA moved up their game against Hiram College 2 weeks and the game was moved to Xavier University as Lauren's story went viral. Xavier's arena held 10,200 people and all of the tickets were sold within an hour.17 seconds into the game, Lauren took a pass , shot a layup, and it went in, electrifying both the crowd and the world. Lauren passed away on April 10th of 2015, but not before she developed a legacy that will last forever.Lisa will detail Lauren's journey eloquently, and talk about some of the 51 awards she won, both during her life and in the years after it.

Summary: Making babies isn't easy for tarantulas! So many steps go into creating tarantula spiderlings. Join Kiersten as she talks you through this fascinating behavior.   For my hearing impaired listeners, a complete transcript of this podcast follows the show notes on Podbean.   Show Notes:  The Tarantula Scientist by Sy Montgomery “The Natural History of Tarantula Spiders” by Richard C. Gallon https://www.thebts.co.uk/old_articles/natural.htm   Transcript (Piano music plays) Kiersten - This is Ten Things I Like About…a ten minute, ten episode podcast about unknown or misunderstood wildlife. (Piano music stops) Kiersten - Welcome to Ten Things I Like About… I'm Kiersten, your host, and this is a podcast about misunderstood or unknown creatures in nature. Some we'll find right out side our doors and some are continents away but all are fascinating.  This podcast will focus ten, ten minute episodes on different animals and their amazing characteristics. Please join me on this extraordinary journey, you won't regret it. This episode continues tarantulas and the seventh thing I like about tarantulas is how they reproduce! I'm sure you have all heard at least one thing about spider reproduction before listening to this podcast episode and I'm sure it's the rumor that male spiders better run fast after mating or they'll get eaten! That can be a valid concern with various species of spiders and even some tarantulas, but not all female spiders are out there looking for a good man to eat.  Before the male finds himself in this precarious situation there are many steps he must perform first. Let's start at the beginning. Mating season for many tarantulas is in the late summer or early fall. This is when those of us that live in the western United States will encounter male tarantulas in the road, yards, or even our houses. They are out looking for females. Before they leave their burrows though, they have a bit of work to do to get ready to win over the ladies. Males must charge their palpal bulbs on the ends of their pedipalps with sperm before they wander out to find a female mate. What exactly does that mean? Great question and I have one doozy of an answer!  To be able to mate with a female the male tarantula must have a way to transfer his sperm to the female so that her eggs can be fertilized and grow into baby tarantulas, or spiderlings. The male tarantula uses the palpal bulbs, which are hardened sperm storage organs on their pedipalps to make that transfer.  His sperm is made inside his body but not near the pedipalps; therefore, he has to complete a rather long process to get his sperm just where he wants.  First the male spins a blanket of silk somewhere in his burrow or a protected area at an angle, then he spreads his sperm on the underside of the silk blanket, or sperm web. Next he maneuvers himself on top of the web in just the right spot so that he can reach the sperm with his pedipalps and dips the palpal bulbs into the sperm drawing it into this storage organ. Whew! I'm worn out just talking about all that work.  Once he's all charged up, he's on the prowl. Most females stay in or near their burrows or nests their entire lives, so the male has to go hunting. Now he doesn't just charge into a female's burrow, that's how you get eaten! So how do you get a female to come out of their deep, dark hole without losing your life? You dazzle her with song! Male tarantulas will drum their front legs on the ground just outside the burrow or on the silk threads that protrude outside the female's burrow. This is how they let the female know it is a romantic house call. This is risky for the male because if the female is not receptive to mating she could come out and aggressively run him off or even damage him. He might also mistakenly pick a male's burrow. Males don't generally get into fierce fights with an accidental courting but it's precious time wasted.  To help streamline things, females will often announce their receptiveness by applying a pheromone on the silk outside their burrow that let's males know to knock on her door. Some species of tarantula will actually place this pheromone web in plant matter above their burrow so that the wind will blow the scent farther. Then the male will come and the drumming will commence. If the female is interested, she will emerge from the burrow to inspect her suitor. Once they are face to face there are a few things that can happen. If she needs a bit more persuading, the male will begin a dance with his front legs, lifting them up and down. Sometimes the female will join in the dance and sometimes she just moves towards the male immediately. Responses can vary from species to species but can also vary with individuals in the same species. Once he's won the female's permission, the slightly dangerous part begins for the male. The two tarantulas will stand in front of each other face to face, then the male with reach under her with his front legs and grasp her fangs with small spurs on the ends of his legs. Once her fangs are secured, which seems like a way for him to make sure she doesn't try to eat him once copulation is complete, the male will gently lift her and reach back to her genital openings and place his sperm inside. This doesn't take much time and once he's done he skedaddles as fast as he can.He's off to find another female. In the wild sexual cannibalism seems to be rare, but in captivity it is known to happen in certain species.  The female will often fall into an immobile state for several moments after copulation is complete, which is the perfect time for the male to split. We don't know why the female becomes immobile at this time, but it appears to happen in almost every species of tarantula, at least ever species we've observed mating. Now the female will usually carry the sperm in her body until she is ready to create an egg sac. Since mating is in late summer or early fall, she will typically carry the sperm around until the following spring or summer. Then she prepares some silk and lays the eggs in the silk. The eggs are fertilized with sperm as she lays them. She then rolls the silk into a sturdy egg sac. Depending on the species, she will either carry the sac around with her or stash it safely in her hideout. Generally speaking, ground dwelling tarantulas seem to be the ones that carry the egg sac around while arboreal species leave them in the safety of their homes. This may be due to the fact that the eggs must be kept warm so they can grow into spiderlings and burrows underground stay cooler than nests in trees. Maybe.  Depending on the species, females can lay anywhere from twenty to one thousand eggs. That's a whole lotta babies! The eggs typically incubate from 2 to 3 weeks before they hatch. During incubation mom takes very good care of her eggs sac. If she is a species that carries the sac around she's constantly monitoring the temperature to ensure the eggs do not get too hot or too cold. If they secure them in a hidden space, she's always nearby making sure the egg sac is safe.  When it's time to hatch, the spiderlings will either emerge after they have molted into their first instar stage or before. When they do hatch, they'll be about the size of a tick. In Avicularia species the spiderlings will emerge in their first instar stage after their first molt. They will be covered in a dark, hairy, hard exoskeleton and will be fully mobile. Other species will emerge as pale, soft nymphs without a hardened exoskeleton. After a few weeks the nymphs will molt into their first instar stage. The spiderlings will hang out with mom for a few weeks and then head out into the world on their own.  Many people think tarantulas are bad moms and that it's get out or be eaten as soon as you hatch, but some researchers at Hiram College studying an East African tarantula species saw something quite different. The researchers were actually studying these tarantulas' breeding behaviors, which were successful, giving the researchers a whole other exciting behavior to study.  After the spiderlings hatched the researchers fed the mother and the babies some crickets and saw something remarkable. The mother grabbed a cricket and allowed many of her spiderlngs to gather around her mouth and share the meal with her, while a second cricket was shared by the rest of the spiderlings!  I think this is some truly amazing and unexpected behavior. It's also something that we share in common with this tarantula, caring for young and sharing with our siblings! Who woulda thought? Like many invertebrates tarantulas must molt their exoskeleton to grow. This can be a complicated and dangerous moment in the tarantulas life. To molt they must crack open their current exoskeleton, flip over on their backs, and shimmy out of their old clothes. It takes several hours until their new exoskeleton hardens and while they wait they are vulnerable. But this it what tarantulas must do at least once a year until they are fully mature and ready to make their own babies.  The age of maturation varies greatly amongst tarantula species. Some females can take up to ten years before they are ready to mate. Many females of various species can live twenty to thirty years. Males mature earlier and generally live a lot shorter lives than females. Sorry about that guys. Well, that's all there is for tarantula reproduction. I hope you were as fascinated by this behavior as I was because it's my seventh favorite thing about them.  If you're enjoying this podcast please recommend me to friends and family and take a moment to give me a rating on whatever platform your listening. It will help me reach more listeners and give the animals I talk about an even better chance at change.    Join me next week for another thing I like about tarantulas!   (Piano Music plays)  This has been an episode of Ten Things I like About with Kiersten and Company. Original music written and performed by Katherine Camp, piano extraordinaire.

In this HCI Podcast episode, Dr. Jonathan H. Westover talks with Fred Hencke about best practices and strategies to boost employee morale and productivity. Fred Hencke (https://www.linkedin.com/in/fred-hencke-6973231/) is a Senior Vice President in the New York office. He is a transformational and innovative management, workforce and HR consultant focused on helping organizations improve business results, implement and operationalize business strategies and achieve a high-performing workforce. Fred has more than 35 years of experience in executive leadership and coaching, innovation lifecycle management, business strategy development, program planning and management. His expertise includes organizational design, business process improvement, talent strategy development and management, technology selection and implementation and shared services design, implementation and management. Before joining Segal, Fred was a VP for four prominent HR consulting, business process outsourcing and management consulting firms, a Managing Director of ERP Services and Emerging Technologies for a professional services company, a Business Transformation Program Manager for a steel manufacturing company, and a Product Development Manager for a commercial software company. Fred holds a BA in Computer Science and Mathematics from Hiram College in Ohio. Fred is a frequent contributor and speaker with CEO Connection, Chief Executive magazine, HR Executive magazine, M&A Advisory Board and SHRM. Please consider supporting the podcast on Patreon and leaving a review wherever you listen to your podcasts! Check out Shopify at www.shopify.com/hci. Check out the HCI Academy: Courses, Micro-Credentials, and Certificates to Upskill and Reskill for the Future of Work! Check out the LinkedIn Alchemizing Human Capital Newsletter. Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Future Leader. Check out Dr. Westover's book, 'Bluer than Indigo' Leadership. Check out Dr. Westover's book, The Alchemy of Truly Remarkable Leadership. Check out the latest issue of the Human Capital Leadership magazine. Each HCI Podcast episode (Program, ID No. 592296) has been approved for 0.50 HR (General) recertification credit hours toward aPHR™, aPHRi™, PHR®, PHRca®, SPHR®, GPHR®, PHRi™ and SPHRi™ recertification through HR Certification Institute® (HRCI®). Each HCI Podcast episode (Program ID: 24-DP529) has been approved for 5.00 HR (General) SHRM Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP and SHRM-SCPHR recertification through SHRM, as part of the knowledge and competency programs related to the SHRM Body of Applied Skills and Knowledge™ (the SHRM BASK™). Each HCI Podcast episode is also recognized by the Association for Talent Development to offer Recertification Credits and has been approved for 0.50 recertification hours toward APTD® and CPTD® recertification activities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

DOWN… SET... HIKE! It's time for some D3 football! Ever wonder what it's like to play some pigskin at the D3 level? Look no further! SPT Analyst Logan Congrove sits down with three incredible athletes: Chris Miller from Hiram College, Josh Jones from Mount Union, and Luke Larkin from John Carroll to talk about their time as D3 football players!

This week on Inside the Headset we are featuring Davenport University's running backs coach, Juwan Lewis. Coach Lewis discusses his passion for educating others, shares how his faith guides him to pour into his players and his family, and reflects on his community's impact on his coaching career. Coach Juwan Lewis joined the Davenport staff in 2021 as the running backs coach and high school recruiting coordinator. Prior to coaching at Davenport Coach Lewis was an influential leader at the University of Findlay. Coach Lewis has also coached at Hiram College and Mount Union. Coach Lewis started coaching following a career in Arena Football. Coach Lewis played college football at Eastern Michigan University and Ferris State University. In high school Coach Lewis played in the Army All-American Bowl.   0:56 Spring Ball and Recruiting 1:40  How do you adapt to a new OC? 3:35 When did you decide you wanted to coach? 6:15 Player Knowledge vs. Coaches Knowledge 9:40 Why is sharing knowledge so important? 12:30 Who has influenced your coaching style? 17:30 How has becoming a father impacted you as a coach? 19:55 How have you adjusted your time to present for both your team and your family? 23:08 The Stable mantra 25:59 Social Media Twitter: @Coach_Jlew

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What are the liberal arts? What does studying English have to do with getting a job? And what does a college president actually do, anyway? In this episode of the More Human podcast, Hiram College president and erstwhile professional bluegrass musician Dr. David P. Haney joins Dean Jordan for a thought-provoking discussion of these and other topics.

The last Public Enemy No. 1 of the Depression era, Alvin “Creepy” Karpis reportedly compiled a record of fifty-four aliases, fifteen bank robberies, fourteen murders, three jailbreaks and two kidnappings. His criminal career came to an end when J. Edgar Hoover and his famed G-Men apprehended the man they wanted more than any other in New Orleans. From there, Karpis found himself confined on Alcatraz Island, where he spent nearly twenty-six years - more than any inmate in the prison's history. Historian Julie Thompson tells the true story of Karpis's life and career, a riveting tale taking readers from rural Kansas and Ohio to the bustling streets of the Big Easy and into the bleak innards of “the Rock.” A lifelong native of Northeast Ohio, historian Julie Thompson completed her history degree at Hiram College, where she graduated with distinction. She has volunteered at the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum and worked extensively with the Library of Congress Publishing Office on four of its substantial published works. Julie remains an active member of the Freedom Township Historical Society and has served on the board of trustees for the James A. Garfield Historical Society, where she engaged with Hiram College to develop the society's first internship program and served as a member of her area's Inter-Museum Council. Purchase HERE

We welcome YOU back to America's leading higher education podcast, The EdUp Experience! It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, YOUR guest is Jana Willan, Director of Admissions at Hiram College, YOUR host is Dr. Joe Sallustio, & YOUR sponsor is Anthology Together 2022! This episode was recorded LIVE & in person at the Anthology Together Conference #AT22! Listen in to #EdUp! Thank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp! Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - Elvin Freytes & Dr. Joe Sallustio ● Join YOUR EdUp community at The EdUp Experience! We make education YOUR business! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/edup/message

We are so happy to be finishing this season of HR Like a Boss with the person who helped it come to be, Willory's Director of Marketing, Bridgette Klein! During her interview, Bridgette tells the story of how the HR Like a Boss book and podcast began. She also gives amazing HR insight from a marketing perspective and discusses the gift of feedback, elevating the concept of HR, and the benefits of investing in technology. About Bridgette Having moved considerably often in her youth, Bridgette Klein learned three important things: How to be enthusiastic about change Ask a lot of questions Simple machines three times in third grade. While she doesn't utilize simple machines in her professional life, her enthusiasm, inquisitive nature, and passion for the number three, have served her well as Willory's director of marketing. As a member of the Willory team since 2014, she has focused on the strategic marketing efforts of Willory while overseeing the day-to-day marketing efforts, brand reputation, and customer advocacy. Prior to Willory, she worked in communications for a regionally renowned art museum, handling their social media, a quarterly publication, and media relations. Bridgette is a graduate from Hiram College with a double major in studio art and communications. She has explored how digital media can impact organizational relationships through her graduate studies at Kent State University. Bridgette is passionate about learning from others and helping professionals nurture their opportunities. About HR Like a Boss HR Like a Boss centers around the concept that with the right passion to be and think different, HR and business professionals can do amazingly awesome HR. People who do HR like a boss understand business concepts, what makes people tick, and how to approach HR as more than a compliance or cost center. This podcast builds the foundation for John Bernatovicz's upcoming book, "HR Like a Boss." If you're ready to take your HR career to the next level, this is the podcast for you. Share any comments with bridgette@willory.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/willory/message

Tuesday, June 21, 2022: Learn what we know about Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson settling all but 4 of the sexual assault cases against him, new information coming out from surveillance video from inside the Uvalde shooting, what happened at today's January 6 hearings, when the Supreme Court may decide the fate of Roe v. Wade, how fires broke out in the Flats East Bank, and more on 3News Now with Stephanie Haney. Need a break from bad news? Watch It's All Good (News!) with Stephanie Haney: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1M4ZvAYmG8U Like this show? Check out the 3 Things to Know with Stephanie Haney podcast: http://wkyc.com/3thingstoknow Connect with Stephanie here: http://twitter.com/_StephanieHaney http://instagram.com/_StephanieHaney http://facebook.com/thestephaniehaney Read more here: Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson settles 20 of 24 lawsuits alleging sexual misconduct https://www.wkyc.com/article/sports/nfl/browns/cleveland-browns-qb-deshaun-watson-settles-lawsuits-alleging-sexual-misconduct/95-61bc1215-ca28-4eb4-a751-07fd30444b83 First interior image released in Uvalde school shooting shows officers with more firepower than previously believed https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/special-reports/uvalde-school-shooting/interior-images-uvalde-police/269-b1be96cb-aa8a-4edc-aa51-d4cbd41382f4 WATCH LIVE: Jan. 6 hearing focuses on Trump's efforts to pressure local officials https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/nation-world/january-6-panel-hear-raffensperger-others-trump-pushed/507-8a18c736-53a6-46e5-9837-0a0e9fc5b485 Here's what overturning Roe vs. Wade would mean for Ohio: Legally Speaking with Stephanie Haney https://www.wkyc.com/article/life/legally-speaking/leaked-supreme-court-draft-opinion-what-overturning-roe-vs-wade-means-ohio-legally-speaking-stephanie-haney/95-84122228-c0d8-4cd7-8a60-f6e175225f67 Cleveland woman sentenced to at least 10 years in prison following death of newborn found in trash bag at Hiram College dorm https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/crime/breyona-reddick-sentencing-baby-dead-hiram-college/95-17961dbf-05a0-4bd7-875f-bd0e5849794d Fire erupts overnight in Cleveland's popular nightspot, the Flats https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/local/cleveland/cleveland-flats-fire-errupts-downtown/95-e28e09c2-5398-48b7-81f7-f5eb1f8407ac Private fireworks scaled back in city of Lorain https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/local/lorain-county/private-fireworks-scaled-back-city-of-lorain/95-9a205d71-67d7-45b3-9b54-e083cbdaf374 Danny Cunningham: Why a new stadium with a roof makes sense for the Cleveland Browns https://www.wkyc.com/article/sports/nfl/browns/why-a-new-stadium-makes-sense-for-the-cleveland-browns/95-7e99d5a4-498c-4106-8aef-8788f1bc5d2e Pro Football Hall of Fame to host USFL playoff doubleheader with concert from country music star Trace Adkins https://www.wkyc.com/article/sports/football/pro-football-hall-of-fame-host-usfl-playoffs-with-concert-country-music-star-trace-adkins/95-227a049c-4d79-480f-b816-a24a3fc6be44 Country star RaeLynn to headline Mentor Rocks concert series https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/local/lake-county/raelynn-to-headline-mentor-rocks-concert-series/95-f802966d-0ab5-44fd-bf05-2aaf67731ee4

Today's guest takes us on a fascinating and educational journey into ableism,  the study of disabilities and prejudices of disabilities. Dr. Michelle Nario-Redmond, a social psychologist at Hiram College in Hiram, Ohio, joins Amanda and Vickie to discuss changing people's perceptions about disability. Michelle is the author of Ableism: The Causes and Consequences of Disability Prejudice, and the mom of a 23-year old daughter with spina bifida, who was raised to be a proud, disabled woman. Show Highlights: Michelle provides an overview of the origins of ableism, and of which literature can be found in political science, psychoanalysis, psychology, and disability studies. There are several distinct sources of prejudice that impact individual thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, such as: an evolutionary/biological basis for fear: humans have a need to feel safe and secure, and might have avoided those who signaled poor health, even in those instances where there was no contamination factor.  the fear of becoming disabled, since most disability is acquired through spinal cord injury or old age. how the media portrays individuals. Ableism is the study of prejudice and discrimination against people who are considered to have a disability. The ABC's of ableism: A - attitudes  B - behaviors C - cognitions  Michelle addresses the preferred language to use when referring to the disabled. Are they “living with a disability” or do they “have” a disability? Just ask the person their preference! Everyone will have a reason why they prefer one term over the other. “Experiencing” a mental health “condition” is a kinder way than saying “mental illness” because the latter term pathologizes those who have depression, schizophrenia, etc. There's a new hashtag out from people working in this field doing disability studies and activism, reminding others that disability isn't a bad word: #saytheword. Although born of existing legislation, when we continue to use the words “special needs” we occlude the notion that these are human needs and civil rights. Michelle, Amanda, and Vickie discuss essential and non-essential qualifiers in the context of a conversation, and the “R” word. Peer-pressure holds a lot of power.  One way to speak up when someone is being micro-aggressive is to ask, “What did you mean by that?”  Michelle shares a personal story and the resulting lesson she learned when she made a faux pas during an encounter with a young woman with Down's Syndrome at a theme park. Michelle discusses her next steps, which include policy issues. Links/Resources: Thank you for listening! Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to the show to receive every new episode delivered straight to your podcast player every Tuesday. If you enjoyed this episode and believe in our message, then please help us get the word out about this podcast. Rate and Review this show in https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/id1307157016 (Apple Podcasts), https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/inclusive-education-project-podcast/inclusive-education-project (Stitcher Radio), or https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/I23ctmblttqsbc4kagaccwm453a (Google Play.) It helps other listeners find this show. Be sure to connect with us and reach out with any questions/concerns: https://www.facebook.com/IEPcalifornia/ (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/iepcalifornia/ (Instagram) https://twitter.com/iepcalifornia (Twitter) http://www.inclusiveeducationproject.org/ (IEP website) This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not to be construed as legal advice specific to your circumstances. If you need help with any legal matters, be sure to consult with an attorney regarding your specific needs. Get the Book Here! Read Excerpts Here! https://amzn.to/3mlDZfK (Ableism: The Causes and Consequences of Disability Prejudice, by Dr. Michelle Nario-Redmond ) Mentioned Hashtags:...

In this episode, U.S. Domestic Policy: Voting System, we discuss with our guest, Dr. Douglas Brattebo, Associate Professor and Director of the James A. Garfield Center of the Study of the American Presidency at Hiram University, the electoral college, voting behavior and possible future changes to the system. Join us and our guest as we discuss the voting system.About our guest:Douglas M. Brattebo is Professor of Political Science and Director of the James A. Garfield Center for the Study of the American Presidency. Among the courses Brattebo teaches are: Ethics in U.S. Foreign Policy; Introduction to American Government; The American Presidency and the Executive Branch; Scandals and Constitutional Crises in the Modern Presidency; Understanding Trump and Trumpism; The U.S. Congress; Political Parties and Interest Groups; Constitutional Law I: Governmental Powers and the Federal System; Constitutional Law II: Civil Liberties and Civil Rights; The Virtues, Leadership, and Legacy of Abraham Lincoln; and Engaged Citizenship. A world traveler, he also leads study away courses to Australia, New Zealand, and the ancient forests of the U.S. Pacific Coast. Brattebo has won campus-wide teaching awards at both Hiram College (2016) and the U.S. Naval Academy (2002). Among his more than thirty publications are six co-edited books.Research/Resources Notes:Law Expert Kermit Roosevelt on the Electoral College and why America uses it by Kristen de Groot. Published November 4, 2020 in Penn Today and available on https://penntoday.upenn.edu/news/law-expert-kermit-roosevelt-electoral-college-and-why-america-uses-it-pick-president Check out our website at http://artofdiscussing.buzzsprout.com, on Facebook at Art of Discussing and on Instagram @artofdiscussing. Leave us a comment below or contact us at info@artofdiscussing.com!Music found on Pixabay. Song name: "Clear Your Mind" by Caffeine Creek Band"Check out our website at http://artofdiscussing.buzzsprout.com, on Facebook at Art of Discussing and on Instagram @artofdiscussing.Got a topic that you'd like to see discussed? Interested in being a guest on our show? Just want to reach out to share an opinion, experience, or resource? Leave us a comment below or contact us at info@artofdiscussing.com!! We'd love to hear from you! Keep Discussing!Music found on Pixabay. Song name: "Clear Your Mind" by Caffeine Creek Band"

In this episode, The Constitutional Conversation, we discuss with our guest, Dr. Douglas Brattebo, Associate Professor and Director of the James A. Garfield Center of the Study of the American Presidency at Hiram University, the United States Constitution, it's goal and structure and how we determine constitutionality.  Join us and our guest as we discuss the Constitution.About our guest:Douglas M. Brattebo is Professor of Political Science and Director of the James A. Garfield Center for the Study of the American Presidency.  Among the courses Brattebo teaches are: Ethics in U.S. Foreign Policy; Introduction to American Government; The American Presidency and the Executive Branch; Scandals and Constitutional Crises in the Modern Presidency; Understanding Trump and Trumpism; The U.S. Congress; Political Parties and Interest Groups; Constitutional Law I: Governmental Powers and the Federal System; Constitutional Law II: Civil Liberties and Civil Rights; The Virtues, Leadership, and Legacy of Abraham Lincoln; and Engaged Citizenship.  A world traveler, he also leads study away courses to Australia, New Zealand, and the ancient forests of the U.S. Pacific Coast.  Brattebo has won campus-wide teaching awards at both Hiram College (2016) and the U. S. Naval Academy (2002).  Among his more than thirty publications are six co-edited books.Check out our website at http://artofdiscussing.buzzsprout.com, on Facebook at Art of Discussing and on Instagram @artofdiscussing. Leave us a comment below or contact us at info@artofdiscussing.com!Music found on Pixabay. Song name: "Clear Your Mind" by Caffeine Creek Band"Check out our website at http://artofdiscussing.buzzsprout.com, on Facebook at Art of Discussing and on Instagram @artofdiscussing.Got a topic that you'd like to see discussed? Interested in being a guest on our show? Just want to reach out to share an opinion, experience, or resource? Leave us a comment below or contact us at info@artofdiscussing.com!! We'd love to hear from you! Keep Discussing!Music found on Pixabay. Song name: "Clear Your Mind" by Caffeine Creek Band"

“I thought, working in universities, I was gonna just jump in, changing lives, inspiring students… but what they don't tell you about is the politics, the hierarchy, and having to deal with the mental health issues of the students, and I found that all so shocking.” Dr. Shawntia Key CEO and Founder URep Abroad, Edpreneur www.urepabroad.com “Black educators matter because it allows us to control our own narratives.” Shawntia Key was born and raised in Pittsburgh, PA. She attended public school until 7th grade as a straight A student. When she started 8th grade at a White school, she was said to be academically behind. She continued forward, thanks to the advocacy of her family, but was labeled as having a learning disability for the remainder of her time there, although she made great grades in those classes. In college she continued to earn straight A's. She attended Hiram College to learn Japanese but it wasn't offered the year she attended. She rallied up advisors and support around campus to create her own major, International Education. Lesson of the Day: “Don't take no for an answer. You can always ask.” “...Media plays a huge part... A lot of times, I'm the first Black person some of these students have ever, ever seen - may ever see - in their lives… And then you have some white people who aren't allies telling them who we are…Who are they going to believe? Who's there to tell them otherwise?” Shawntia started her international studies in Japan for a semester, and then China, where she also got her Master's degree. She was greatly impacted by teaching young students who were excited to learn about her as an American and African American. Her presence as a Black woman was enlightening, appreciated, and the source of intrigue. These experiences inspired her to encourage other Black students to study abroad. Shawntia founded URep Abroad. What started as a YouTube channel evolved into an organization that empowers leaders and educators to support the un- and under-represented voices in education. They provide a space to exchange stories, share resources and gain professional opportunities. You can learn more about URep Abroad at www.urepabroad.com and URep Abroad on LinkedIn and Facebook. You can also follow Dr. Shawntia Key on LinkedIn.

Michelle Nario-Redmond, Ph.D. Michelle Nario-Redmond is a professor of psychology and biomedical humanities, specializing in stereotyping, prejudice and disability studies. As a Ford Fellow, she graduated from the University of Kansas with a Ph.D. in social psychology. Her research focuses on access to higher education, group identification, wellness and political advocacy, and strategies for social change and antiracist practices in higher education. In 2019, she published her first book, “Ableism: The Causes and Consequences of Disability Prejudice for the Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues,” and delivered a Congressional Seminar on Capitol Hill. A graduate of APA's Leadership Institute for Women in Psychology, she currently serves as chair of Hiram College's Diversity Committee and is passionate about reducing disparities in education, health and civic participation. Her favorite courses to teach include Who is Normal: Freak, Gimp, Crazy, Crip, and Gimpy Geezers: Representations of Ableism and Ageism. In this episode, Dr. Nario-Redmond defines ableism and provides examples of ableism as it relates to education and everyday life, both as a mother, and as a community member. Links Mentioned in Show Ableism: The Causes and Consequences of Disability Prejudice Stay Connected with Diana Diana's Website Free Resource - 5 Keys to Going Beyond Awareness Beyond Awareness: Bringing Disability into Diversity in K-12 Schools & Communities - Diana's Book Ed Roberts: Champion of Disability Rights - Diana's Children's Book "Beyond Awareness" Digital Course Diana's TEDx Talk Beyond Awareness Facebook Page Diana on Instagram Credits and Image Description Intro and outro music courtesy of Emmanuel Castro. Podcast cover photo by Rachel Schlesinger Photography. Podcast cover image description: Black and white photograph of Diana, a Spanish-American woman with long, wavy, brown hair. She is wearing a flowy, white blouse and smiles at camera as she leans against wooden building. Photo is colorfully framed with gold and orange rays of seeming sunshine on top half, and with solid sage green color on bottom half. Text reads "Beyond Awareness: Disability Awareness That Matters, Diana Pastora Carson, M.Ed."

Assistant Director of Sports Information Brad Bohlke and Head Women's Basketball Coach Alexandra Dellas are joined by the Terriers' new Head Men's Volleyball Coach, Glen Conley, to get to know the newest Terrier, why he decided to come to Hiram, his coaching philosophy, what he's looking for in a recruit and much more. If you're interested or would like to learn more about Hiram Men's Volleyball, reach out to Glen Conley at ConleyGR@hiram.edu. To learn more about Hiram College and Hiram College Athletics, please visit www.hiram.edu and www.hiramterriers.com.

In May 1796, an enslaved woman named Ona Judge fled the presidential household in Philadelphia and escaped to freedom on a ship headed for New Hampshire. Judge's successful flight was one of many such escapes by the sea in the 18th and 19th centuries. Enslaved people boarded ships docked in ports great and small and used coastal water ways and the ocean as highways to freedom. We often learn about the Underground Railroad in school, but what about its aquatic component?  On today's episode, Dr. Timothy D. Walker joins Jim Ambuske to discuss his new edited volume, Sailing to Freedom: Maritime Dimensions of the Underground Railroad, which was published by the University of Massachusetts Press in 2021. Walker is a Professor of History at the University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth, and along with the contributors to Sailing to Freedom, Walker guides us towards new horizons in our quest to better understand this history.  About Our Guest: Dr. Timothy Walker (B.A., Hiram College, 1986; M.A., Ph.D., Boston University, 2001) is a professor of history at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth.  At UMD, he serves as Fulbright Program Advisor (faculty and students); prior posts include Director of Tagus Press and Director of the UMass in Lisbon Study Abroad Program.

In May 1796, an enslaved woman named Ona Judge fled the presidential household in Philadelphia and escaped to freedom on a ship headed for New Hampshire. Judge's successful flight was one of many such escapes by the sea in the 18th and 19th centuries. Enslaved people boarded ships docked in ports great and small and used coastal water ways and the ocean as highways to freedom. We often learn about the Underground Railroad in school, but what about its aquatic component? On today's episode, Dr. Timothy D. Walker joins me to discuss his new edited volume, Sailing to Freedom: Maritime Dimensions of the Underground Railroad, which was published by the University of Massachusetts Press in 2021. Walker is a Professor of History at the University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth, and along with the contributors to Sailing to Freedom, Walker guides us towards new horizons in our quest to better understand this history. About Our Guest: Dr. Timothy Walker (B.A., Hiram College, 1986; M.A., Ph.D., Boston University, 2001) is a professor of history at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth.  At UMD, he serves as Fulbright Program Advisor (faculty and students); prior posts include Director of Tagus Press and Director of the UMass in Lisbon Study Abroad Program. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/mountvernon/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/mountvernon/support

Director of Sports Information Ari Ross and Head Women's Basketball Coach Alexandra Dellas are joined by the Terriers' new Head Women's Soccer Coach, Kaela Kovanda, to get to know the newest Terrier, why she decided to come to Hiram, her coaching philosophy, what she's looking for in a recruit and much more. If you're interested or would like to learn more about Hiram Women's Soccer, reach out to Kaela Kovanda at kovandakm@hiram.edu. To learn more about Hiram College and Hiram College Athletics, please visit www.hiram.edu and www.hiramterriers.com.

Pre-order the follow-up book to Delivering Happiness by DH Co-Founder/CEO Jenn Lim!  Beyond Happiness: How Authentic Leaders Prioritize Purpose and People for Growth and Impact   ..................................In this episode we talk with Dr. Acacia Parks who's the Chief Science Officer at Happify Health which is a digital therapeutics company that brings the cutting edge in research based behavior change strategies to businesses, health plans, and consumers.Dr. Parks talks about beginning her pursuit of happiness by first being concerned about unhappiness & focusing on the prevention of depression. She also provides us with a scientific definition of happiness and ways we can we learn to deliberately promote positive emotional states because the brain remembers the negative parts of our day 2-5x more than the positive! Dr. Parks also shares a six part framework of happiness habits based on the common themes & research from positive psychology, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness. As Chief Scientist at Happify Health, Dr. Park's research focuses on digital methods for managing and treating depression and anxiety, as well as chronic health conditions.Her passion lies at the intersection of research and regulatory strategy for digital therapeutics. She received her B.A. in Psychology from Reed College, and her Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania, where her graduate research helped build the foundation for research on bringing mental health interventions to the general public. Prior to joining Happify Health, Acacia was an Associate Professor of Psychology at Hiram College. Dr. Parks was also instrumental in launching Happify Health's newest Rx digital therapeutic product for depression & anxiety called Ensemble. 

On the latest episode of Talking Terriers, Hiram College Director of Sports Information Ari Ross and Head Women's Basketball Coach Alexandra Dellas are joined by a pair of current and former Hiram women's volleyball coaches and Class of 2010 alums, Director of Volleyball Operations and Head Women's Volleyball Coach Brittany Dye and Ben Rodeffer. Rodeffer and Dye join the podcast to talk about their experiences at Hiram as a coach and student-athlete, what it was like to work with Ellen Dempsey, their relationship as a coach and student-athlete, their favorite and funniest Hiram Athletics memories and more! If you're interested or would like to learn more about Hiram Women's Volleyball, reach out to Brittany Dye at DyeB@hiram.edu. To learn more about Hiram College and Hiram College Athletics, please visit www.hiram.edu and www.hiramterriers.com.

THE KEY FINANCIAL SKILLS PARENTS NEED TO TEACH THEIR YOUNG ADULT CHILDREN April Schneider:  April Schneider is the head of Consumer and Small Business Products at Bank of America. Her team is responsible for delivering the products and services that help Bank of America's 66 million consumer and 3.5 million small business clients meet their financial goals. Schneider's team consists of approximately 800 employees across the country.  Schneider and team are focused on providing clients with a full range of convenient and innovative financial products and services. They are responsible for growing Bank of America's $700 billion in consumer and small business deposits and $95 billion in outstanding credit card balances. This includes the development, pricing and management of consumer deposits, debit and credit cards, first mortgage, home equity, vehicle lending, GWIM banking, and small business banking solutions.   Schneider has worked in the consumer products space for more than 20 years. Since 2007, she has held a number of leadership positions at Bank of America including Products and Pricing executive, Mortgage and Home Equity Products executive, Pricing and Portfolio Management, Capital Markets, and Secondary Marketing.   Schneider holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Hiram College in Ohio and a Master's degree in Economics from the University of South Carolina. She serves as a Market Sponsor for Tucson, AZ, Executive Sponsor of the bank's Parent Care Network and currently leads the advisory board for BAI Research.   www.bankofamerica.com/student-banking/ 

Chrissy was raised in the legacy industrial city of Youngstown, Ohio. Chrissy devotes passion for social justice to their union-laborer father and concern for Latin American solidarity to their mother, who found refuge in the US from Medellin, Colombia, during the height of the civil war in the 1980s. Chrissy received a BA in International and Financial Management from Hiram College and an MA/MEd in Higher Education Administration and Counseling from Kent State University. At Kent, Chrissy worked in Student Affairs, coordinated experiential education, civic engagement and service learning trips, taught Student Development and Leadership courses and served on the staff Sustainability, Equity and Professional Development committees. While studying at Hiram College, Chrissy helped with the creation of the 501c3 Hiram Farm Living and Learning community for people with autism spectrum disorders, and co-founded the Olive Branch fair trade store at Hiram College. Learn everything you need to know about the Colors of Hope project here: http://disciplesallianceq.org/colors-of-hope/

Director of Sports Information Ari Ross and Head Women's Basketball Coach Alexandra Dellas are joined by Hiram College Head Softball Coach and the 2021 NCAC Softball Coach of the Year, Scott Pohlman, to talk about the Terriers' 2021 season and postseason accolades, as well as the last four years since he was hired in 2016, building the program to where it is today. If you're interested or would like to learn more about Hiram Softball, reach out to Scott Pohlman at PohlmanSA@hiram.edu. To learn more about Hiram College and Hiram College Athletics, please visit www.hiram.edu and www.hiramterriers.com.

Director of Sports Information Ari Ross and Head Women's Basketball Coach Alexandra Dellas are joined by Head Men's Volleyball Coach Kevin Kustura and the Terriers' 2021 Senior Captains, Hunter Rock and Jake Lininger, to talk about and reflect on Hiram men's volleyball's 2021 AMCC Conference Championship and NCAA Tournament berth, the season as a whole, as well as their last four years helping to build the program to where it is today. If you're interested or would like to learn more about Hiram Men's Volleyball, reach out to Kevin Kustura at KusturaKP@hiram.edu. To learn more about Hiram College and Hiram College Athletics, please visit www.hiram.edu and www.hiramterriers.com.

Director of Sports Information Ari Ross and Head Women's Basketball Coach Alexandra Dellas are joined by the Terriers' new Head Men's Soccer Coach, Chris Payne, to get to know the newest Terrier, why he decided to come to Hiram, his coaching philosophy, what he's looking for in a recruit and much more. If you're interested or would like to learn more about Hiram Men's Soccer, reach out to Chris Payne at PayneCG@hiram.edu. To learn more about Hiram College and Hiram College Athletics, please visit www.hiram.edu and www.hiramterriers.com.

Director of Sports Information Ari Ross and Head Women's Basketball Coach Alexandra Dellas are joined by Sherman Dean II, Director of Admission at Hiram College, to talk about Hiram's admissions process, some of the unique offerings of Hiram College, Dean's 17 years at Hiram and more! If you're interested or would like to learn more about Hiram College, reach out to the Hiram College Admissions Office at admissions@hiram.edu. To learn more about Hiram College and Hiram College Athletics, please visit www.hiram.edu and www.hiramterriers.com.

Director of Sports Information Ari Ross and Head Women's Basketball Coach Alexandra Dellas are joined by the Terriers' new Head Women's Lacrosse Coach, Arianna Kreush, to get to know the newest Terrier, why she's so excited to be returning to Hiram, her coaching philosophy, what she's looking for in a recruit and much more. If you're interested or would like to learn more about Hiram Women's Lacrosse, reach out to Arianna Kreush at KreushAN@hiram.edu. To learn more about Hiram College and Hiram College Athletics, please visit www.hiram.edu and www.hiramterriers.com.

Director of Sports Information Ari Ross and Head Women's Basketball Coach Alexandra Dellas are joined by three Hiram senior student-athletes: Jake Lininger, Jaya Martin and Hannah Ward, to talk about the virtual three-week semester, what they've been doing to stay in touch with their team and to stay active and busy, and to reflect on their past four years at Hiram College. Lininger, a chemistry and biomedical humanities double major, is a senior of the men's golf and men's volleyball teams, Martin, a biomedical humanities major, is a senior of the women's volleyball and cheer & STUNT team and Ward, an integrative exercise science major, is a senior on the women's soccer team. To learn more about Hiram College and Hiram College Athletics, please visit www.hiram.edu and www.hiramterriers.com

Director of Sports Information Ari Ross and Head Women's Basketball Coach Alexandra Dellas are joined by a pair of Hiram alums, Danny Young `92 and Lauren London-Law `10, currently coaching high school and collegiate athletics to talk about their experiences at Hiram College, how they got into coaching, transitioning from being a player to a coach and more. Young is currently the Head Men's Basketball Coach and a guidance counselor at Shaker Heights High School in Shaker Heights, Ohio, while London-Law is the Head Women's Volleyball Coach at Washington & Jefferson College in Washington, Pa.

Director of Sports Information Ari Ross and Head Women's Basketball Coach Alexandra Dellas are joined by Carlton Dean III, a 2005 Hiram College men's basketball alum and a 2018 inductee into the Hollinger Hall of Fame to talk about what he's been up to since graduating from Hiram, getting inducted into the Hollinger Hall of Fame, his favorite Hiram memories and more. For more information on Hiram Athletics' Virtual Fill the Seats campaign, or to donate, please visit: https://www.givecampus.com/schools/HiramCollege/fill-the-stands#updates

Director of Sports Information Ari Ross and Head Women's Basketball Coach Alexandra Dellas are joined by a mother-daughter Hiram alumnae duo, Wanda Gemmel Hoffman, Class of 1987, and Holly Hoffman, Class of 2019, to talking about their experiences both as a student-athlete and as a coach at Hiram College.

For Monroe MustHangs Episode 3, host David Spiegel brings on an old friend, former Monroe Express Sports Information Director and the former play-by-play announcer for the Monroe Mustangs, Ari Ross. Ari and David discuss the beginnings of the Monroe Express and the roles they both played in building up the sports information component of the Express athletic department, as well as experiences as a Sports Information Director at Monroe, Ari's experiences since moving on to Hiram College in Ohio, and what a COVID-19-impacted 2020-21 season looks like for SIDs.

Director of Sports Information Ari Ross and Head Women's Basketball Coach Alexandra Dellas are joined by three Hiram College coaches: Head Women's Soccer Coach Michael Cracas, Head Swimming & Diving Coach Matt Sorrick and Offensive Line Coach/Recruiting Coordinator Dalton Maska, to talk about recruiting and how recruiting has been effected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Director of Sports Information Ari Ross and Head Women's Basketball Coach Alexandra Dellas are joined by two Hiram Football Class of 2011 alums, Glenn Campbell Jr. and Chris Sabo, to talk about what they've been up to since graduating from Hiram, their experiences as a student-athlete at Hiram College and some of their favorite Hiram Athletics' memories.

Director of Sports Information Ari Ross and Head Women's Basketball Coach Alexandra Dellas are joined by former Hiram College women's volleyball coach and Athletic Director, and current Development Officer Ellen Dempsey to talk about her new role with Hiram and to look back on her 30+ years working in athletics and her 19+ years at Hiram College. 

Director of Sports Information Ari Ross and Head Women's Basketball Coach Alexandra Dellas are joined by the Head Coach of the Hiram College Cheer & STUNT program, Sammy Campbell, to talk STUNT the sport, the Hiram Cheer & STUNT team and her role at Hiram College.

A conversation on the history of U.S.-Democratic People's Republic of North Korea relations and the implications of this current agreement on U.S. foreign policy, with Steven W. Hook, Ph.D., Professor and Past Chair, Political Science Department, Kent State University, Merose Hwang, Ph.D., Associate Professor of History and Program Coordinator, Asian Studies Minor, Hiram College, and moderated by WCPN's Tony Ganzer.rn