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Pellegrini, A. (2026, January 26). Comparing private student loans. University of Illinois System Student Money Management Center Blog. https://blogs.uofi.uillinois.edu/view/7550/54213092   Prior Relevant Episodes: Student Loan Management Transitioning in 2026 (ep. 126). https://blogs.uofi.uillinois.edu/view/7550/280186564 The Role of Loan Servicers (ep. 114). https://blogs.uofi.uillinois.edu/view/7550/681485881 Back to School: College and Credit (ep. 90). https://blogs.uofi.uillinois.edu/view/7550/1942070018 The Impact of Compound Interest (ep. 70). https://blogs.uofi.uillinois.edu/view/7550/650946740   Other References: Hanson, M. (2025, October 21). Total student loan debt in the United States. EducationData.org. https://educationdata.org/total-student-loan-debt   National Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators. (2024). You have questions, we have answers: Making sense of the student loan changes from OBBBA's RISE Committee. https://www.nasfaa.org/news-item/37700   U.S. Department of Education. (2024). U.S. Department of Education concludes negotiated rulemaking session to implement One Big Beautiful Bill Act loan provisions. https://www.ed.gov/about/news/press-release/us-department-of-education-concludes-negotiated-rulemaking-session-implement-one-big-beautiful-bill-acts-loan-provisions     University of Illinois System Resources: University of Illinois System. Know what you owe. https://paymybill.uillinois.edu/student_loans/know_what_you_owe   University of Illinois Chicago, Office of Student Financial Aid. Alternative loans. https://financialaid.uic.edu/types-of-aid/loans/alternative-loans/   University of Illinois Springfield, Office of Financial Aid. Private student loans. https://www.uis.edu/financial-aid/types-aid/loans/private-loans   University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, Office of Student Financial Aid. Alternative educational loans. https://osfa.illinois.edu/types-of-aid/loans/types-of-loans/alternative-educational-loans/    

Floppy Days 163 - Interview with Charles Pfister, Apple 1 Case Designer Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FloppyDays Sponsors: 8-Bit Classics  Arcade Shopper and https://thekeep.net  FutureVision Research  Tuc's Workbench  New Acquisitions Chalkboard PowerPad -  https://www.atarimagazines.com/creative/v9n10/52_The_legend_of_the_pad_of_.php  "Go Computer Now!!!" by Ben Zotto - https://shop.gocomputernow.com/products/go-computer-now  "Apple The First 50 Years" by David Pogue - https://amzn.to/4f6XJjU (sponsored link) FujiNet RS-232 - https://www.fvresearch.com/product/fujinet-rs232/  Upcoming Shows (thru AUGUST, 2026) VCF Southwest - May 29-31, 2026 - Westin Dallas Ft. Worth Airport - https://www.vcfsw.org/  Retrofest 2026 - May 30-31 - Steam Museum of the Great Western Railway, Swindon, UK - https://retrofest.uk/  CORGSCON - Columbus Ohio Retro Gaming Society - June 6-7 - Ohio Expo Center, Columbus, OH - https://www.corgscon.com/  INIT HELLO (Apple II) - June 19-21 - System Source Computer Museum, Hunt Valley, MD - https://init-hello.org/  Chilliwack & Vancouver Retro Gaming Expo - June 20 - New Westminster, BC, Canada - https://www.vancouvergamingexpo.com/index.html  Pacific Commodore Expo NW 2026 - June 20-21 - Old Rainier Brewery Intraspace, Seattle, WA - http://www.portcommodore.com/pacommex  KansasFest 2026 - July 14-19 - University of Illinois Springfield (in person) - July 31-Aug. 1 (virtual) - https://www.kansasfest.org/  Silly Venture SE (Summer Edition) - July 30-Aug. 2 - Gdansk, Poland - https://www.demoparty.net/silly-venture/silly-venture-2026-se  Southern Fried Gaming Expo and VCF Southeast - July 31-Aug 2, 2026 - Atlanta, GA - https://gameatl.com/  Long Island Retro Gaming Expo - August 7-9, 2026 - Cradle of Aviation, Garden City, NY - https://liretro.com/  Fujiama - August 26-30 - Lengenfeld, Germany - http://atarixle.ddns.net/fuji/2026  Schedule Published on Floppy Days Website - https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vSeLsg4hf5KZKtpxwUQgacCIsqeIdQeZniq3yE881wOCCYskpLVs5OO1PZLqRRF2t5fUUiaKByqQrgA/pub  Interview Links EDI Insights (YouTube) - https://www.youtube.com/@EliteoneDesigns  Elite Designs (Facebook) - https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100046369452863  Computer History Museum - https://computerhistory.org/   

This episode of the Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast sponsored by Bearing Advisors, Jim Hunt interviews Donnavan Pepper of the National Strategic Partnership at Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies. ·       A candid conversation about building bridges in local government ·       And, much more 7 Steps to an Amazing City:  Attitude Motivation Attention to Detail Zing Inclusiveness Neighborhood Empowerment Green Awareness   Thanks for listening and look forward to having you join us for the next episode.   Links Mentions During Show:  www.AmazingCities.org ·       www.AmazingCities.org/podcast to be a guest on the podcast   About Donovan Pepper:     Donovan W. Pepper is Principal and Director of National Strategic Partnerships at Cozen O'Connor Public Strategies , where he leads multi-jurisdictional government relations and builds nationwide advocacy coalitions. Prior to this role, he spent nearly 18 years as Senior Director of Government Relations and Civic Engagement at Walgreens, directing legislative and public health protection strategies across all 50 states. His deep public policy background also includes leadership positions with the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce, the Illinois Restaurant Association, AT&T, and Amtrak, following an early career as an Illinois House of Representatives staffer. A dedicated civic leader, Mr. Pepper is a trustee of Knox College, a member of the University of Illinois System presidential search committee, and the former Chairman of the Board for The Civic Federation. Recognized by President Barack Obama for national and community service, he holds a master's degree in political studies from the University of Illinois Springfield.  About Your Host, Jim Hunt: Welcome to the "Building Amazing Cities and Towns Podcast" … The podcast for Mayors, Council Members, Managers, Staff and anyone who is interested in building an Amazing City.   Your host is Jim Hunt, the author of "Bottom Line Green, How American Cities are Saving the Planet and Money Too" and his latest book, "The Amazing City - 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City"   Jim is also the former President of the National League of Cities, 27 year Mayor, Council Member and 2006 Municipal Leader of the Year by American City and County Magazine.   Today, Jim speaks to 1000's of local government officials each year in the US and abroad.   Jim also consults with businesses that are bringing technology and innovation to local government.   Amazing City Resources:   Buy Jim's Popular Books: ·       The Entrepreneurial City: Building Smarter Governments through Entrepreneurial Thinking:   https://www.amazingcities.org/copy-of-the-amazing-city   ·       The Amazing City: 7 Steps to Creating an Amazing City:   https://www.amazingcities.org/product-page/the-amazing-city-7-steps-to-creating-an-amazing-city   ·       Bottom Line Green: How America's Cities and Saving the Planet (And Money Too)  https://www.amazingcities.org/product-page/bottom-line-green-how-america-s-cities-are-saving-the-planet-and-money-too   FREE White Paper: ·       "10 Steps to Revitalize Your Downtown"  www.AmazingCities.org/10-Steps   Hire Jim to Speak at Your Next Event: ·       Tell us about your event and see if dates are available at www.AmazingCities.org/Speaking   Hire Jim to Consult with Your City or Town: ·       Discover more details at https://www.amazingcities.org/consulting   Discuss Your Business Opportunity/Product to Help Amazing Cities: ·       Complete the form at https://www.amazingcities.org/business-development   A Special Thanks to Bearing Advisors for the support of this podcast:  www.BearingAdvisors.Net

What's it like teaching the next generation of journalists? WNIJ education reporter Peter Medlin sat down with Jason, a former-reporter and current director of the Public Affairs Reporting program at the University of Illinois Springfield.

Travels With Randy Route 66 Episode 16 is here! And We End At The Beginning! Illinois - Springfield To Navy Pier Route 66 Historical Sites Tour Randy shared his experiences visiting historical sites along Route 66 in Illinois, including a tour of Ace Sign Company in Springfield, a business spanning six generations, and Funk's Grove, a maple syrup farm operating for five generations. He discussed the unique presence of giant roadside statues in Illinois, particularly noting the state's fondness for large human figures. The conversation also included a brief exchange with Beth about the prevalence of city names like Atlanta across different states. AI Voice Assistant Capabilities Discussion The discussion focused on two main topics. First, they discussed the common town name "Riverside" and how it appears in nearly every U.S. state, though not quite every state. Second, they explored the capabilities of an AI voice assistant named Beth, who was able to provide instant, relevant responses to questions about van travel and Route 66. The conversation concluded with an observation about increased traffic and international visitors on Route 66, though the speakers noted this might represent different levels of "picking up" for them versus local experts. Central Illinois Childhood Experiences Bubba discussed his experiences growing up in Central Illinois, particularly around towns like Decatur and Warrensburg. They talked about the weather in the region, with Bubba sharing his experiences of harsh winters and pleasant summers. Randy shared an interesting find during a photography trip along Route 66, discovering a junkyard artist creating sculptures from heavy equipment. The conversation concluded with a discussion about photography as art, with Randy expressing his perspective on capturing existing art rather than creating it himself. Academic Achievements and Energy Discussion Bubba and Randy discussed Bubba's son's academic achievements and potential college tuition assistance. They then conversed about the prevalence of windmills in central Illinois, comparing them to solar farms and discussing the challenges of wind energy. The conversation concluded with a discussion about the different areas of Chicago and its suburbs, particularly focusing on Route 66's path through the region. Route 66 Murals Discovery Randy shared his experience visiting Pontiac, Illinois, where he discovered a series of murals created by the Wall Dogs artist group in 2009. He discussed a particularly impressive Route 66 mural featuring cars from different eras and a futuristic vision, as well as learning about Bob Waldmire, an artist who traveled Route 66 and lived in a van before passing away in 2009. The conversation concluded with Randy receiving encouraging feedback from Beth about his own travels and photography along Route 66. Route 66 Travel in Illinois Randy and Bubba discussed their Route 66 travel experiences in Illinois, particularly around Wilmington and Joliet. Randy explained how different Route 66 alignments exist in Illinois, with the state doing a good job of marking the correct route with regular signage, especially along business routes. They noted that Illinois maintains the route well, unlike some other states where signage can be inconsistent or confusing. Route 66 Travel Experience Discussion Randy shared his experience traveling Route 66, highlighting Illinois's improved signage system and the recent change in Chicago's ceremonial starting point to Navy Pier. He discussed the logistics of visiting the new starting point, noting parking challenges for larger vehicles. Randy recommended allowing two days per state for the journey, suggesting early morning drives and considering the timing for viewing neon signs. Route 66 Travel Experiences Randy shared his experiences traveling Route 66 across 8 states, noting that Kansas stood out to him due to its small size and strong commitment to the route, while Texas was his least favorite section due to poor signage and lack of engagement from local authorities. He praised Oklahoma, Missouri, and Illinois for their effective signage and town participation, and highlighted New Mexico's unique historical route through the Santa Fe Loop. Randy expressed hope that the upcoming Route 66 Centennial celebrations would encourage more people to experience the historic route, particularly families taking summer road trips. Route 66 Project Planning Meeting Randy and Bubba discussed their new Route 66 project, including a 16-month calendar and a 10-pack of postcards featuring photos from the route. The calendar will go to production in June and be ready for shipping in July, with a website launch planned for Sunday. They are also working on establishing two locations per state where the calendar and postcards can be purchased. Bubba will handle storage and shipping through his book business, and they plan to continue posting photos on their Facebook page and potentially start new photo series in the future.   SO. MANY. PHOTOS - Come join the conversation on Facebook with our 33,000 friends! https://www.facebook.com/travelswithrandypodcast Have a great idea for the guys?  Want to sponsor us?  Want us to sell something National Park or Route 66 related? Want to be a guest? Want to pay for both of us to go to Alaska? Want me to stop asking questions?   bubba@travelswithrandypodcast.com !!

Floppy Days 162 - Interview with Apple Legend, Steve Wozniak Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FloppyDays Sponsors: 8-Bit Classics  Arcade Shopper and https://thekeep.net  FutureVision Research  Tuc's Workbench  New Acquisitions The WOZPAK Special Edition: Steve Wozniak's Apple-1 & Apple II Computers  - https://www.callapple.org/documentation/books/a-p-p-l-e-announces-the-wozpak-special-edition/  Assembly Lines: The Complete Book by Roger Wagner (Author), Chris Torrence (Editor) - https://amzn.to/4eU23ma (sponsored link) What's Where in the Apple – Enhanced Edition: A Complete Guide to the Apple II Computer - https://www.callapple.org/call-apple/callapple-production/whats-where-in-the-apple-enhanced-edition-released-by-a-p-p-l-e/  Upcoming Computer Shows (thru July, 2026) VCF Europe - May 1-3 - Munich, Germany - https://vcfe.org/E/  Vintage Computer Festival Pacific Northwest 2026 - May 2-3 - Tukwila Community Center, South Tukwila, WA -  https://vcfpnw.org  VCF Southwest - May 29-31, 2026 - Westin Dallas Ft. Worth Airport - https://www.vcfsw.org/  Retrofest 2026 - May 30-31 - Steam Museum of the Great Western Railway, Swindon, UK - https://retrofest.uk/  CORGSCON - Columbus Ohio Retro Gaming Society - June 6-7 - Ohio Expo Center, Columbus, OH - https://www.corgscon.com/  INIT HELLO (Apple II) - June 19-21 - System Source Computer Museum, Hunt Valley, MD - https://init-hello.org/  Vintage Computer Festival GB 2026 - June 19-21 - Leigh, Wigan, United Kingdom - https://www.facebook.com/events/25457837877216829/  Chilliwack & Vancouver Retro Gaming Expo - June 20 - New Westminster, BC, Canada - https://www.vancouvergamingexpo.com/index.html  Pacific Commodore Expo NW 2026 - June 20-21 - Old Rainier Brewery Intraspace, Seattle, WA - http://www.portcommodore.com/pacommex  KansasFest 2026 - July 14-19 - University of Illinois Springfield - https://www.kansasfest.org/  Silly Venture SE (Summer Edition) - July 30-Aug. 2 - Gdansk, Poland - https://www.demoparty.net/silly-venture/silly-venture-2026-se  Southern Fried Gaming Expo and VCF Southeast - July 31-Aug 2, 2026 - Atlanta, GA - https://gameatl.com/  Schedule Published on Floppy Days Website - https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vSeLsg4hf5KZKtpxwUQgacCIsqeIdQeZniq3yE881wOCCYskpLVs5OO1PZLqRRF2t5fUUiaKByqQrgA/pub  Interview Links video file created for Byte Shop 50th Anniversary event - https://youtu.be/ANR1fYicwxI  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steve_Wozniak   

Tenure and tenure-track faculty at the University of Illinois Springfield have suspended an 11-day strike after reaching a tentative agreement with the university, union officials said.

Tenure and tenure-track faculty at the University of Illinois Springfield have suspended an 11-day strike after reaching a tentative agreement with the university, union officials said.

Tenure and tenure-track faculty at the University of Illinois Springfield have suspended an 11-day strike after reaching a tentative agreement with the university, union officials said.

This week's headlines include: Chicago nurses, Starbucks, Philz Coffee, Apple, the University of Alaska Anchorage, the University of Illinois Springfield, ProPublica, and the California Faculty Association. We start our main stories discussing the recent victorious strike at JBS in Colorado and break down what workers won. St John's University recently became the latest Catholic university in the US to try and dissolve its faculty union, but workers are fighting back. Finally, we discuss the impacts workers around the world are facing from the unprovoked US-Israeli war on Iran. Suggested Reading: https://inthesetimes.com/article/permanent-war-state-iran-workers-struggle Join the discord: discord.gg/tDvmNzX Follow the pod at instagram.com/workstoppage, @WorkStoppagePod on Twitter, John @facebookvillain, and Lina @solidaritybee

It's been 10 days since faculty at the University of Illinois Springfield went on strike. At issue are pay raises, salary minimums, protections against the use of artificial intelligence in the classroom, and more.

Staff Carpet continues the Tax Invasion Sale, now with new 48-month zero-percent financing, as Mark Selvaggio of title sponsor Selvaggio Steel and University of Illinois Springfield men's basketball coach Matt Brock join the chat.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Illinois Small Business Development Center for Central Illinois, hosted by Growth Corp, welcomes the show to its partnership with University of Illinois Springfield's Innovate Springfield at the downtown headquarters of Horace Mann as SBDC Director Kevin Lust, UIS Executive Director of Innovation and Opportunity Rob Kerr and SBDC advisor Chris Long talk about adding advising hours at the location, then Dr. Sean McCaffrey hosts Wellness Wednesday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

University of Illinois Springfield's Innovate Springfield business incubator hosts Illinois Small Business Development Center for Central Illinois in their new partnership as the show visits the UIS location at Horace Mann headquarters on SBDC Day, with clients Little Lincoln's Toy Shop owner Ryan Leake and Heidi Clark of Wellthy Juice Company, plus election analysis from former State Journal-Register reporter Bernie Schoenburg. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lynn is a clinical psychologist and professor emerita of psychology at the University of Illinois Springfield.  She has published work on stress-illness relationships, program evaluation, and bias in treatment and research.  Lynn also has a long-standing interest in transpersonal psychology and Buddhist perspectives on personality and human development. Hopefully, Lynn will be gracing future episodes of the podcast as a co-host. This mini episode is available on your favorite podcast platform, or here:  https://endoftheroad.libsyn.com/episode-333-lynn-pardie-phd-mini-chop-woodcarry-water   Have a blessed week! P.S.  Cover art by the fabulous Wendy Allen.  

PM Springfield host Patrick Pfingsten checks into the Team Calhoun's studio a little early to discuss state politics with Sam, and University of Illinois Springfield men's basketball coach Matt Brock previews Thursday's Springfield Day and Saturday's BOS Family Day doubleheaders at TRAC.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The show continues from Staff Carpet as Sam and Greg visit with John Staff as well as University of Illinois Springfield men's basketball coach Matt Brock and his daughter Hope, who joins Sam in a Christmas duet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mylas Copeland fills in for Sam and welcomes Dr. Ann Strahle of University of Illinois Springfield to discuss the media's role and evolution. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Breakfast with BOS continues at Bank of Springfield on Wabash Avenue with University of Illinois Springfield cross country head coach Emmons King and runner Joey Karlesky previewing the UIS/BOS Turkey Trot 5K on Thanksgiving Day, and Children's Dyslexia Center of Springfield Director Anne Brewster previewing a fundraiser at their headquarters next Saturday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ko'u Hopkins is working as an NPR Illinois coordinator while studying international relations at the University of Illinois Springfield. She recently ran the 20th This I Believe program and has already traveled the world.

The conversation continues at Staff Carpet with Sam, Greg, John Staff, Jack Robertson, Mark Forinash, University of Illinois Springfield women's basketball coach Olivia Birt and Prairie Stars men's coach Matt Brock. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Conversation continues at Staff Carpet with Mark Selvaggio of title sponsor Selvaggio Steel and new University of Illinois Springfield tennis coach Henrique Leal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Angela Cummings of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention previews the Out of the Darkness Walk on Oct. 4 at University of Illinois Springfield, plus a preview of the Sangamon County Historical Society Oak Ridge Cemetery Walk on Oct. 5. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Staff Carpet hosts a busy show with Sam and Greg visiting with John Staff and University of Illinois Springfield golf coach Josh Edison. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Friefeld, of the University of Illinois - Springfield, joins Ben Jones on this edition of History 605 to discuss the life and work of Oscar Micheaux.

Recently National Business Development Manager Mike Cunningham attended the Business of Small College Athletics (BoSCA) Convention in Oak Brook, IL. While there, he captured amazing presentations from Athletic Directors around the country that we thought would bring value to our audience here at the Gill Connections Podcast.We'll have five BONUS episodes in a row every Thursday starting today. We'd love to hear feedback from you to confirm this was a VALUE GIVER to you.In the meantime, if you are a small college administrator, to check out BoSCA as we were thoroughly impressed with the Convention and the Organization as a whole.

Jaden Saunders is a local tap dancer who's been making a name for himself through his many performances in Springfield. His mother, Tiffani Saunders, is a sociologist and former professor at the University of Illinois Springfield. In this Community Voices interview we learn how Tiffani enrolled Jaden in tap at a young age as an outlet for his rambunctious energy. We also hear Jaden's plans for the future, and we discuss the roots of tap dancing and the barriers to entry for young people.

Happy May 29 – also known as 529 Day, which celebrates 529 college savings programs! We partner with the Office of the Illinois State Treasurer to highlight the two nationally acclaimed 529 programs they manage: Bright Start and Bright Directions. Learn more about both in our latest episode of Making Cents of Money! Government Resources & Tax Information •Internal Revenue Service. (2025). About Publication 970: Tax benefits for education. https://www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-publication-970 •Internal Revenue Service. (2024). 529 plans: Questions and answers. https://www.irs.gov/newsroom/529-plans-questions-and-answers •Internal Revenue Service. (2025). American opportunity tax credit. https://www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/individuals/aotc •Internal Revenue Service. (2025). Lifetime learning credit. https://www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/individuals/llc College Cost Planning Tools •College Board. (2024). Big Future: How much will college cost. https://bigfuture.collegeboard.org/pay-for-college/get-started •College Board. (2024). Trends in college pricing and student aid 2024. https://research.collegeboard.org/trends/college-pricing •U.S. News & World Report. (2024). Net price calculator guide. https://www.usnews.com/education/best-colleges/features/net-price-calculator •University of Illinois System Net Price Calculators oUniversity of Illinois Chicago. https://docs.financialaid.uic.edu/ oUniversity of Illinois Springfield. https://www.uis.edu/financial-aid/cost-attendance/net-price-calculator oUniversity of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. https://secure.osfa.illinois.edu/NPC/NPC.asp Research & Data •Sallie Mae. (2024). How America pays for college 2024. https://www.salliemae.com/about/leading-research/how-america-pays-for-college/ •U.S. Census Bureau. (2024). Post-secondary employment outcomes (PSEO) database. https://lehd.ces.census.gov/applications/pseo/?type=earnings&compare=postgrad&specificity=2&state=08&institution=08°reelevel=05&gradcohort=0000-3&filter=75&program=52 Illinois 529 Plan Information •Bright Start college savings program. https://www.brightstart.com •Bright Directions college savings program. https://www.brightdirections.com •Flywire partners with Ascensus to digitize 529 college savings plan payments. https://ir.flywire.com/news-releases/news-release-details/flywire-partners-ascensus-digitize-529-college-savings-plan Video Resources •Get Savvy Series: Investing 101 - Wealth building basics. https://youtu.be/wXkrLQd10Yg?si=pYVOYL6_OU6KJJvV •Get Savvy Series: Investing 102 - Risks & rewards. https://youtu.be/qXZrktJwOtQ?si=LddQF-R9ycxYAK-Z U of I SMMC Blog Articles •Mutual funds vs exchange traded funds. https://blogs.uofi.uillinois.edu/view/7550/1323172623 •How the Rule of 72 can help you build wealth—or sink deeper into debt. https://blogs.uofi.uillinois.edu/view/7550/446933598 Relevant Previous Episodes •Saving for College with a 529 Savings Plan (Ep. 11) https://blogs.uofi.uillinois.edu/view/7550/2145536872 •Choosing a financial professional (Ep. 25) https://blogs.uofi.uillinois.edu/view/7550/518681996 •Investing to reach financial goals (Ep. 57) https://blogs.uofi.uillinois.edu/view/7550/1002945600 •World investor week (Ep. 71). https://blogs.uofi.uillinois.edu/view/7550/1405333500

During the April 2025 Lunch and Learn Series, Dr. Janet L. Gooch, Chancellor of the University of Illinois Springfield, delivered a presentation on speech-language pathology. Her talk covered the components of language, cleft lip and palate, and phonological language disorders.

Anna Palmer is a venture capitalist, serial entrepreneur and Central Illinois native. At the 2025 New Venture Challenge hosted by Innovate Springfield at the University of Illinois Springfield, Anna shared insights from her journey building and investing in startups, her perspective on what's hot in tech, and the challenges she faced as a co-founder of Boston Legacy FC. The conversated was moderated by Bruce Sommer.

Ann Comerford is the Associate Vice Chancellor for Auxiliary Services for the Division of Student Affairs at the University of Illinois Springfield. Ann came to campus in 2017 to open the UIS Student Union, which officially opened a year later. Ann spoke to Community Voices about her journey into higher education, the purpose of student unions on college campuses, and the importance of community.

The University of Illinois Springfield hosts the Chancellor's Thinkers Series, which seeks to inspire diverse perspectives and encourage intentional thinking within the community.

Jim Drew stops in to talk hoops as his son's Lincoln University men's team heads to University of Illinois Springfield this weekend for an NCAA Division II regional, and Illinois State Fair Manager Rebecca Clark visits with the latest grandstand concert announcement. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kristin Nisbet White is the Employer Development and Informatics Liaison at the University of Illinois Springfield. She spoke to Community Voices about her career in career development, the challenges employers face in the job market, and trends for recent graduates. She also highlighted the upcoming UIS Career Connections Expo on March 21, 2025. More information about the Career Connections Expo can be found here.

Dr. Lesa Johnson is an Associate Professor of Sociology at the University of Illinois Springfield. She spoke to Community Voices about her journey into sociology, her research on racism's effects on the Black community, and suggestions for how people can address inequality. Dr. Johnson also talks about an upcoming symposium and workshop on anti-Black terror in Illinois and reconciliation. More information about the event can be found here.

University of Illinois Springfield men's basketball coach Matt Brock previews the final regular season home games this week, and Greg chats with famed track and field star Jackie Joyner-Kersee.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Innovate Springfield, the University of Illinois Springfield's business incubator, hosts a speaker series, called Founders, Failure and Fun, which features lessons from entrepreneurs. In December, Brandon Yates spoke to a crowd at Innovate Springfield about his experience as the cofounder and CEO of DeepWalk, a company that uses scanning software to assist with ADA compliance of sidewalks. He shared the challenges of starting a business and how the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign provided the ideal environment to start a company.

Mylas Copeland is today's guest host as he welcomes Dr. Jamarco Clark, vice chancellor for student affairs at University of Illinois Springfield. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Hermann accepted the role of Athletic Director at the University of Illinois Springfield in summer 2024. He spoke to Community Voices about his career, how his desire to get back to Division II sports led him to UIS, and his plans for athletics at UIS and in the community. He also shared the successes UIS athletes have in sports and in the classroom.

The Citizens Club of Springfield convened in November with a panel of political reporters to discuss the 2024 election and what it means. The panel featured retired reporter and columnist for The State Journal-Register Bernie Schoenburg, Illinois Times reporter Scott Reeder and Peter Hancock from Capitol News Illinois. The discussion was moderated by Kent Redfield, professor emeritus from the University of Illinois Springfield.

As Sam continues his assignment, Darin and Greg hold things down in the fishbowl with guests University of Illinois Springfield men's basketball coach Matt Brock and Notre Dame beat reporter for Blue and Gold Illustrated Tyler Horka.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jacob Laurenzana is a senior at the University of Illinois Springfield. He received a scholarship from the World Affairs Council of Central Illinois to attend the World Affairs Council of America's National Conference in Washington D.C. November 19-22. He spoke to Community Voices about his experience at the conference and why being informed about international affairs is valuable. To learn more about the World Affairs Council of Central Illinois click here.

Bwayisak Tanko is a master's student in the School of Communication at the University of Illinois Springfield. Her documentary film Accents and Acceptance, which is part of her research project for closure from the School of Communication and Media Studies, premieres November 22nd, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM at Brookens Auditorium. The film explores the communication experiences of international students from Europe, Africa, Asia, South America, and the Middle East as they adjust to life in the United States of America, highlighting their stories and challenges within the context of communication. Bwayisak spoke to Community Voices about growing up in small town in northern Nigeria, the story behind wanting to use her voice to influence change, and some observations from the documentary.

Dr. Gabe Cagwin recently took on the role of vice chancellor for advancement at the University of Illinois Springfield. He also serves as senior vice president for the University of Illinois Foundation. Dr. Cagwin spoke to Community Voices about what led him to higher education and his vast experience with fundraising. He also shared what he is looking forward to in Springfield and at UIS.

Also in the news: Man facing charges for yelling racial slurs at people in Lombard park; University of Illinois-Springfield faculty demanding federal mediation; Letter carrier attacked on Northwest Side and more.

In this episode of the poetry edition of the Reformed Journal Podcast, Rose Postma interviews Nathaniel A. Schmidt about his poem “Thou shalt get kings, though thou be none.” Schmidt is an ordained minister in the Christian Reformed Church and serves as a hospice chaplain. He holds degrees from Calvin Theological Seminary, Calvin University, and the University of Illinois Springfield. His newest collection of poems, Transfiguring, is available from Wipf & Stock, as is his first collection, An Evensong. He lives with his librarian wife, Lydia, and their daughter in southwest Michigan, meaning life is a perpetual story time.

Episode Resources:Click here for information on the WOCN-accredited nursing education programs.Click here to view Preceptor FAQs about becoming a WOC nurse preceptor, how to get started with new students, information about roles and responsibilities, and more.Click here to search the Preceptor Directory to find a WOC preceptor in your area.Click here to view information on WOCN Society membership options.Click here to view the WOCN Society annual scholarship information. About the Speakers:Lori Borja, MSN, RN, CWOCN, CFCN, has been a certified WOC nurse for over 24 years, with experience in all care settings. She ran a nurse-led outpatient ostomy clinic where she conducted pre-op teaching, stoma-site marking, post-op care, and managed stomal and peristomal complications.  Lori has extensive experience in program development and nursing education in the clinical setting.  She has been a Clinical Instructor at the Emory University WOC Nursing Education Program since 2014 and the Program Director since 2019.Kelly Jaszarowski, MSN, RN, CNS, ANP, CWOCN, WOCNF, earned her BSN degree in 1989 from Sangamon State University (now known as the University of Illinois Springfield) and her MSN in 1997 with a specialization in adult primary health care. She became a CETN (now known as a CWOCN) in 1990. With over 30 years of nursing experience and more than 30 years as a CWOCN, Kelly has precepted both nursing and WOC nursing students.Kelly has practiced in various settings, including acute care, home healthcare, extended care, assisted living, and outpatient facilities. Currently, she is an independent WOC consultant with mid-level provider status in local facilities and serves as a legal nurse consultant. She has taught nursing and WOC nursing, lectured locally and nationally, and been published. Kelly has also been active in numerous professional organizations, serving on the Board of the WOCN and the Mideast Chapter. She is a Past President of both the Mideast Chapter and the WOCN Society. Kelly has been an educator with the Cleveland Clinic - R. B. Turnbull, Jr. MD WOC Nursing Education Program for over 10 years and is the current Program Director.Debra Netsch, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, CWOCN-AP, CFCN, has been a WOC nurse for over 38 years, with 26 of those years also as a Nurse Practitioner. She has taught with the WEB WOC® Nursing Education Program for over 23 years and is Co-Director and the ANCC Approved Provider Program Director. Debra has published numerous clinically relevant textbook chapters and articles. She has a passion for ostomy care and teaching.

New Guest Expert! On this week's Aftermath, Rebecca speaks with Dr. Ryan Williams about Burt and Linda Pugach and their long and complicated relationship history. An Associate Professor of Criminology and Criminal Justice at the University of Illinois Springfield, Dr. Williams details the psychological toll stalking has on its victims and the difficulties they might encounter seeking justice. Afterward, Patreon subscribers can revisit the verdict in the post-interview breakdown with Fact Checker Chris Smith and Producer Clayton. Not on Patreon yet? Click the link below and join us!The Alarmist is sponsored by BetterHelp.Join our Patreon!We have merch!Join our Discord!Tell us who you think is to blame at http://thealarmistpodcast.comEmail us at thealarmistpodcast@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram @thealarmistpodcastFollow us on Twitter @alarmistThe Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/alarmist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

About the Guest(s): Steve Yang is an experienced college basketball coach with a rich history in the sport spanning over 18 years. He has a diverse coaching background, having worked across various levels, including high school, NAIA, JUCO, and Division 1 institutions. Yang's journey has taken him from coaching at Georgetown, George Mason, Illinois Springfield, Winthrop, Missouri State, and McCook Community College to his current position at California Baptist University (CBU), where he is known for his dedication to the game and developing young athletes. Episode Summary: This episode of "It's Just Different" podcast delves into the insightful world of college basketball recruiting with guest Coach Steve Yang. Host Ashley Roberts discusses key aspects of navigating through the complexities of college sports with the first college coach to recruit some of her kids. Coach Yang shares his expertise on recruitment, the importance of building relationships in coaching, and the changing landscape of basketball with the introduction of the transfer portal. In the conversation, Coach Yang emphasizes the role of hard work, dedication, and sincerity in the path to a successful basketball career. He advises on how athletes and parents can best approach the recruitment process, the significance of asking thoughtful questions to potential coaches, and the importance of selecting the right AAU team. Yang's perspective on the evolving dynamics of college athletics, especially with the impact of NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) policies and social media, provides a contemporary understanding of the challenges and opportunities in sports today. Key Takeaways: Athletes should focus on playing hard and improving their skills rather than solely relying on exposure in tournaments. The college recruitment process is increasingly complex with the addition of the transfer portal, which now includes a significant focus on monetary aspects. Understanding the intentions and values of college and AAU coaches is crucial for athletes to find the right fit for their academic and athletic aspirations. Coach Yang highlights the joy and pride in team achievements, like winning championships and participating in the NCAA Tournament for the first time. The wisdom shared by Coach Yang underscores the importance of genuine connections beyond the court, which can impact players' and coaches' lives profoundly. Looking for mentorship or film review services? Send us an email at coachroberts@cebasketball.org to find out more information! Looking for Different Merch? Check out www.ashleynroberts.com Its Just Different on Socials: itsjustdifferentpod Ashley on IG: _thisisashleyr --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/ashley-roberts24/message

Listen to the podcast here - https://www.northamericanag.com/north-american-ag-spotlightIn this week's North American Ag Spotlight Chrissy Wozniak sits down with American Agri-Women Past President Heather Hampton+Knodle to discuss what to expect this year in terms of the election, policy and how to manage the constant barrage of incoming information. American Agri-Women is a grass roots organization of women from farms, ranches and agri-business forming a nationwide coalition of state and commodity affiliates and at-large members with a mission to provide networking and leadership development opportunities as we educate each other and the public about issues impacting our ability to feed, fuel and clothe our country and others around the world.Heather Hampton+Knodle grew up working on her family's farm near Windsor, Illinois and continues to farm with her husband Brian and their four children in Montgomery County where they grow corn, soybeans, winter wheat and black Angus cattle. Their use of technology informs their efforts to apply regenerative practices across their farm and capture data to improve management. Heather earned her bachelors in agriculture news/editorial with emphasis in geography and economics and the equivalent of a minor in Russian language and area studies from the Univ. of Illinois, including an academic year at the University of Nottingham, England and exchange with St. Petersburg Agricultural Institute in Russia. Her masters work in post-socialist privatization was at University of Illinois Springfield as she launched her communication consulting business that quickly evolved into association management. Heather has served as Executive Director for the Upper Mississippi, Illinois and Missouri Rivers Association and statewide organizations in Illinois as well as the volunteer Past President of Illinois Agri-Women. She was the founding chairman of the public-private Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation and the $250 million, 11-county bond authority Central Illinois Economic Development Authority. In her time as an elected official on the Montgomery County Board, she helped leverage $6000 in coal royalty funds into a more than $15 million privately-funded fiberoptic to the premises buildout.She has been appointed by four governors to serve on the Illinois Governor's Rural Affairs Council and was reappointed in 2021 by the Federal Communications Commission to serve on the Precision Agriculture Task Force and chair the Examining Current and Future Connectivity Demand Working Group. Heather also serves as Farm Journal Foundation's Lead Farmer for Illinois to advocate for agricultural research investments and training for smallholder farmers in developing countries. Learn more about American Agri-Women at https://americanagriwomen.org.Read the NY ruling mentioned in the discussion here - https://regs.health.ny.gov/sites/default/files/proposed-regulations/Investigation%20of%20Communicable%20Disease%3B%20Isolation%20and%20Quarantine.pdf?fbclid=IwAR3Z-HBjs_0qyCJPgx9FjxQdhPMs5_xDtOOTRnEsjO7ksecn4GC8qUA3uXg#agwomenunite #farm #farming #agricultureJoin us this February 14-17 at the National Farm Machinery Show, tell us why you love your tractor color and have a chance to be featured on an upcoming episode of What Color is Your Tractor!Learn More at https://fastline.com! FASTLINE AUCTIONSAuctions is the only auction platform with over 40 years of data to target more farmers than any other. We also make it super simple for our customers – our auctions are embedded directly into Fastline.com's current website listings, so there's no need for buyers to visit a separate website. Learn more at Fastline.com!Subscribe to North American Ag at https://northamericanag.com