Podcasts about outreach specialist

In 2010 a new tool was created to help dairy operators take care of their cattle. It was called the Dairyland Initiative. Today, a group of researchers housed on the UW-Madison campus, within the School of Veterinary Medicine, continue to create programs, tools, and apps that help today's dairy producers take care of their cattle, create blueprints for facilities, and manage through challenges. Pam Jahnke talks with Outreach Specialist, Courtney Halbach, about some mid-May seminars that will put new emphasis on humanely managing dairy animals through summer heat. Winds die down a little for today. That's the word from Stu Muck. Ashley Huhn from the Steffes Group highlights some of the top purchases made in March by buyers on their website. Big emphasis on transportation pieces. Paid for by Steffes Auction. Good ideas can inspire people to take a risk, and start something new. If that something new happens to be in agriculture - be ready. Anna Thomas is a farm finance specialist with the Food Finance Institute. She says there's two things people need to focus on when starting a new enterprise, and budgeting's a big one. The latest crop progress report from USDA shows just under 10 percent of soybeans are planted across the state. Badger Crop Doc Damon Smith is hoping to plant soybeans this week at the Arlington Agricultural Research Station. He tells Stephanie Hoff that while it is early in the season, there's a particular disease growers should already be getting ready to monitor. White mold is problematic in Wisconsin. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to No Shhh... It's the TRL Podcast. A library podcast where we talk about more than just books. Chris and Anna Lisa are back in the studio, joined by two special guests: Elizabeth Hawkins (Parent-Child Health Education & Outreach Specialist) with Thurston County, and Brian Windrope (Executive Director of Senior Services for South Sound). Today's conversation covers an important and timely topic: Loneliness and Social Isolation. The group discusses what it is, why it's important, and what we can do to help address the issue (hint: Call your Grandma!).You can also listen to the episode on YouTube

This is Derek Miller Speaking on Business. Mountain Valley Recovery is a nine-to-twelve-month program designed to help men overcome addiction. By providing real-world skills and ongoing support, they guide individuals toward lasting recovery, setting them up for a purposeful and successful future. Network and Outreach Specialist, Murdock Sanderson, joins us with more. Murdock Sanderson: At Mountain Valley Recovery, we specialize in assisting those battling with substance abuse and mental health issues to confront their challenges directly and live with integrity. Our long-term approach focuses on trauma-informed therapy, job training, and a strong support system to promote lasting recovery and personal growth. What sets us apart? Our clients gain hands-on experience by working on a full-functioning ranch, learning valuable trade skills, and engaging in equine therapy. We don't just focus on sobriety — we help men rebuild their lives with purpose, independence, and confidence. Many graduates leave with renewed self-worth, stronger family connections, and stable careers. Local businesses and community members can support our mission by hiring graduates, donating resources, or contributing to programs like beekeeping, greenhouse work, and archery. If you or a loved one needs help, visit MountainValleyRecovery.com or call 435-296-7456. Recovery isn't just a goal — it's a lifestyle. Derek Miller: Mountain Valley Recovery offers support to those in our community, helping them improve their lives and reenter the workforce with determination. With their help, people can excel and succeed in whatever they set out to do. I'm Derek Miller with the Salt Lake Chamber, Speaking on Business. Originally aired: 4/1/25

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Middle Ground with JLE L.L.C. “ Where We Treat You Like Family” welcomes Teacher, Informal Education & Outreach Specialist, Podcast Host, Healer, Future Author, Quantum Healing Hypnosis Technique(QHHT) Practitioner, In The Center Of Her Power Founder Sanaa Green as she shares her to help women find their purpose.

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Grab a cup of coffee and join our host Pastor Scott Wade as he talks to Daniel Allison and Freddie Blanton, co-hosts of First Sip, a daily podcast that will help you "Get your mind right" for the day.  Both Daniel and Freddie are business leaders in the Upstate of South Carolina.  Daniel is an Outreach Specialist and Freddie is part of Bobcat of Spartanburg.  You can find First Sip by following Daniel (The Average Dude) or Freddie (Freddie@Bobcat) on LinkedIn or Facebook. (Masterminds-First Sip)

Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions and resources for support for residents of Fairfax County. On this episode of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee talks with Debra Miller, Youth Education and Outreach Specialist, and Nora Nieto, Youth Prevention Specialist, both with Domestic and Sexual Violence Services; and Adam Dodge of EndTAB, to talk about ways to help youth stay safe online. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts

Unscripted: Conversations about Sexual and Domestic Violence is a podcast featuring employees and subject matter experts from Domestic and Sexual Violence Services and partner organizations discussing all aspects of interpersonal violence, plus solutions and resources for support for residents of Fairfax County. On this episode of Unscripted, host Kendra Lee talks with Debra Miller, Youth Education and Outreach Specialist, and Nora Nieto, Youth Prevention Specialist, both with Domestic and Sexual Violence Services; and Adam Dodge of EndTAB, to talk about ways to help youth stay safe online. If you or someone you know has experienced interpersonal violence, call the Domestic and Sexual Violence 24-Hour Hotline at 703-360-7273, or visit fairfaxcounty.gov and search for domestic and sexual violence. To listen to other county podcasts, visit fairfaxcounty.gov/podcasts

In Episode 25, “Collaboration and Passion: Reaching Individuals Through Workforce Development with Ashley Baker”, Workforce Enrollment and Outreach Specialist joins Houston Blackwood and Brandi Merrill for a conversation surrounding the insights on Wallace State Community College Hanceville's innovative approach to workforce training and community outreach.   Discover how Wallce State Hanceville is transforming education and community support through innovative initiatives such as summer camps and specialized skills training certifications. Gain insights into their commitment to shaping futures through skill development, fostering a culture of perseverance, and cultivating passion as they highlight their team's collaborative efforts.   Don't miss this compelling discussion on how teamwork and passion-driven education are making a significant impact in education and beyond, offering individuals opportunities and transforming lives! 

This week Jim, Sue, and David unveil the new #KirklandPetTags contest. Plus, upcoming closures: NE 85th St at I405 and Juanita Drive. Houghton Beach closure. A fun video by our Youth Transit Ambassadors. An opportunity to join a Board or Commission. Office of Emergency Management pop-ups. Helpful info for King County election ballots. Tips on wildlife safety and safe traveling. Special guest: Gena Jain, Environmental Education and Outreach Specialist shares an upcoming Recycle Right Event and the BYOC weekly contest!kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20240725

Are you aware of the hidden dangers lurking in your fruits and vegetables? Join us on Fresh Take for an eye-opening discussion with Juan Carlos Rodriguez, an Education and Outreach Specialist at Florida Organic Growers. We promise you'll gain critical insights into the "Dirty Dozen," a list of produce most contaminated with pesticides, and understand the potential health risks these chemicals pose. In this episode, we unravel the origins and mission of the Environmental Working Group (EWG), established in 1993, and explore how they educate the public using data from the USDA and FDA. You'll learn why strawberries and other crops are heavily sprayed, especially in climates like Florida's, and the regulations in place to ensure consumer safety. Discover the truths and misconceptions surrounding organic farming as we clarify the selective use of natural and approved synthetic pest control products. We also highlight emerging evidence linking conventional pesticides to serious health issues, including hormonal disruptions and developmental problems. This episode is a must-listen for anyone committed to maintaining a healthy and sustainable lifestyle.Support the Show.We hope you enjoyed the episode! Please help us continue to produce more valuable content by subscribing to our Fresh Take Podcast Series! Subscribe here SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITY- Learn more about the many benefits of becoming a Sponsor of Florida Organic Growers! Your contribution will not only help to advance an organic and sustainable future but gain brand awareness through our growing audience. If you are interested, click here

On this episode of EquiTEA, Greg had the chance to talk to Larry Butler, a previous participant turned Program Facilitator and Outreach Specialist of the Fatherhood Services Program with Sigma Beta Xi (SBX) Youth and Family Services. Eric Willis, a program participant program, joined the discussion to share his own experience. Both highlighted the importance of knowledge sharing and community support systems. The fatherhood program was established to support the Perinatal Equity Initiative which aims to reduce Black infant mortality rates and improve health outcomes for Black mothers.   To find out more about the SBX Black Fatherhood Program please visit:   https://www.sigmabetaxi.com/black-fatherhood  For The Nurturing Fathers Program, open to all fathers, please visit:   https://www.ruhealth.org/behavioral-health/parent-support-training-program. 

In this podcast episode, Glen Pugh, a retired Air Force veteran and outreach specialist for the Veterans Land Board in Texas, shares his journey from the military to his current role. He recounts his 30 years of service, including deployments and his transition into civilian life, where he worked for a congressman and a state senator before joining the Veterans Land Board. Glen discusses the Board's mission to inform Texas veterans about their benefits, including land loans, nursing home stays, and cemetery arrangements. He also talks about starting a private security company that employs veterans and provides various security services and training programs. Glen emphasizes the importance of veteran support and encourages veterans to take advantage of the benefits offered by the Veterans Land Board.------------To answer the question as to whether or not veterans registered at one of the cemeteries can still be buried there although they moved out state, the answer is yes. Once registered, they're eligibleTexas Veterans Land Board | Twitter | Facebook | InstagramGet your discount on a brand new BlendJet2 by going to our link: https://zen.ai/analytics12subscribe and follow us: https://linktr.ee/AucoinAnalytics---------------------Disclaimer:The views and opinions expressed on the podcast 'This Week Explained' are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any organization or entity. The information provided on the podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not be considered professional advice or a substitute for independent research and analysis. Each individual listener should research and identify their own opinions based on facts and logic before making any decisions based on the information provided on the podcast. The podcast hosts and guests are not responsible for any actions taken by individuals based on the information provided on the podcast.

So many fantastic Canna-people to meet and talk to at CannMed 24! Here are the first batch of clips we got!Ariane Williams & Megan Mbengue – Trusted Canna Nurse - There were so many nurses at CannMed 24! Our slightly biased co-host Kirk was ecstatic. He thinks more nurses makes every conference and everything else better! Ariane is the Director of Patient Services and “The Kind Nurse”. She'll listen to your needs as a patient and guide you to personalized care. Megan is the Founder and CEO. She is a Social Media Content Queen with all things cannabis and runs the back end of Trusted Canna Nurse.Jeff Smith -Professor, Strategic Partnership and Outreach Specialist at the Institute of Cannabis Research- Colorado State University Pueblo. The ICR is like the NIH (National Institutes of Health) of cannabis research in Colorado. The ICR funds research related to cannabis such as clinical research, biotechnologies, and economic development associated with cannabis in Colorado. Once the research is done, they publicly disseminate the results.Clay W. Moore - Drug Discovery Scientist at Rare Earth Genomics. We first met Clay at CannMed 23. He now a PhD student at Texas A&M. Clay needs bigger goals in life, because he is only trying to cure cancer with hemp extracts. He is also a part of Rare Earth Genomics (REG). REG wants to be your Swiss Army knife of hemp research projects. We talk to Clay about how REG could help Kirk with his potential Hemp-Crete dreamsAriane Williams - LinkedInMegan Mbengue - LinkedInTrusted Canna Nurse - WebsiteJeff Smith - LinkedInInstitute of Cannabis Research Colorado State University Pueblo - websiteClayton Moore -LinkedInRare Earth Genomics - websiteMusic by: Stills-Young Band & NASH - Fontainebleau -YouTubeAdditional Music:Desiree Dorion desireedorion.comMarc Clement - FacebookTranscripts, papers and so much more at: reefermed.ca

Shawn & Brian are visited by Madeline Handy, an Outreach Specialist with CalABLE (https://www.calable.ca.gov/), and Charles Beckham who is an Authorized Legal Representative on behalf of his Grandson. They discuss the ABLE (Achieving a Better Life Experience) program, what it means in general, the benefits that Charles has experienced, and the recent changes to the plan in California through CalABLE. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4505255944912896 https://www.ablenrc.org/ — eMail:wearejusttwodads@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/just_two_dads/ Podcast: https://anchor.fm/justtwodads LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justtwodads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wearejusttwodads YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-GN4T9fkHEVR5R_16w_7bw The Den Men's Group: https://forms.gle/xe8ujJunPCMzBgw49 Sponsored by Billy Footwear: https://billyfootwear.com/?ref=just-two-dads #MadelineHandy #CharlesBeckham #CalABLE #SpecialNeedsFinancialAccount

On this episode of The Dirt, Mike Howell connects with Melissa Ploeckelman, Outreach Specialist with the National Farm Medicine Center. They dive into the topic of on-farm mental health and how the stress of farming can impact the mental health of farmers.   Mental health can sometimes be a taboo subject, especially in the world farmers operate in. Mike and Melissa speak to how to work past the stigma, who to reach out to in times of crisis and how to help others who might be struggling with mental health challenges.   If you or someone you know is struggling, call 988 from anywhere in the United States to reach a trained counselor.   To learn more about virtual QPR training, visit www.agrisafe.org   To learn more about the 9-8-8 crisis helpline, visit https://988.ca   To discover the latest crop nutrition research, visit nutrien-eKonomics.com

This Week, Jim, Kate, and David chat Lake Street Pedestrian Scramble project. Look out for other projects around town. Get tax preparation assistance. Learn, or refresh, CPR skills. Be informed of what's coming up at Council. Protect your home from burglary. Be fire safe with your pet(s). Donate blood to avoid critical shortage. Get inspired at the Kirkland Business Pitch Competition. Be disaster ready with a Community Emergency Response Training course. Special guest: Gena Jain, Environmental Education and Outreach Specialist, teaches us about food waste prevention.https://www.kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20240328

This week, Jim, Sue, and David invte you to the inaugural Kirkland Business Pitch Competition!  Human services agencies can apply for grants.  Kirkland Police is hosting new officer testing.  19 Kirkland Firefighters redefined leg day during the annual stairclimb.  City Council preview.  Shamrock Run impacts Juanita Beach Park area traffic this weekend.  Catch a ride with Metro Flex.  I-405/NE 85th St Interchange project meeting.  Find a gig at the Parks Job Fair.  Toss those electronics responsibly at recycling event.  Special guest: Kate Schmiett, Environmental Education & Outreach Specialist, details how folks can earn up to $5,000 rebates for redoing their yard.  Find relevant links and info about this episode here: https://kirklandwa.gov/podcast#20240314

Anwar Arafat is an Imam for the Islamic Association of Greater Memphis. In Memphis since 2014, he moved here from Salt Lake City, UT, where he was born and raised, and served as an imam for several years. Arafat has traveled and lived overseas, completing his religious education locally and abroad, earning a bachelor's degree in Islamic Studies, and most recently finishing a master's degree in Islamic Leadership at the Islamic Seminary of America (TISA) in Dallas, Texas. He's the U.S. Outreach Specialist for iERA, an international Dawah organization.

This week the VGK took some time to visit the Hockey Hall of Fame Resource Center in Toronto to view historical artifacts from different eras of the sport. On today's show, Ashali Vise speaks with Mario Della-Savia, an Outreach Specialist at the Hall of Fame, to discuss some of the items and the reactions of Knights' players and staff during the visit. She also speaks with Bruce Cassidy as he delves into his excitement for the visit and his own collection of hockey memorabilia.

In this episode of JPIA Five, host Kevin Phillip (ACWA JPIA Director of Member Outreach) and guests hosts Cassie Crittenden, JPIA HR Specialist, and Molly Quirk, JPIA Communication and Outreach Specialist, explore the impact of AI, specifically ChatGPT, on decision-making & communication in the water industry. The podcast provides valuable insights into AI's benefits and challenges, urging responsible use and collaboration with human expertise for the benefit of water agencies. The guests discuss concerns such when working with AI platforms including handling confidential information, plagiarism, fact-checking, and being wary of more advanced cyber and phishing attacks.

This week Jim, David and Kate chat the latest Council meeting and the selection of Councilmember Kelli Curtis to serve as Kirkland's next Mayor and Deputy Mayor Jay Arnold to continue serving in that role. Plan ahead for I405 traffic changes. Celebrate Toby Nixon's tenure on Council. Check off your new year's resolutions with local businesses. License your pets. Learn about the oil spill clean up at Marina Park, and more! Special guest: Gena Jain, Environmental Education and Outreach Specialist, shares about a recent tour of the Cascade Recycling Center, plus super interesting recycling facts you can re-use to sound smart to your friends.  Find relevant links and info about this episode here: https://www.kirklandwa.gov/Government/City-Managers-Office/Communications/This-Week-in-Kirkland-Podcast#20240104

In the Season 2 JPIA Five finale, ACWA JPIA's Communication and Outreach Specialist, Molly Quirk, introduces Jennifer Jobe, ACWA JPIA Director of Pooled Programs. With nearly two decades of risk management experience, Jennifer emphasizes her role in overseeing coverage programs and alternative risk financing at the JPIA. Jennifer also covers her background, FAQs, and current water industry trends, highlighting the importance of ACWA JPIA member education and service utilization, and addressing recent member challenges such as catastrophic property losses and cyber threats.

Today Wisconsin's got snow flurries but by Thursday it'll be sunshine and 50 degrees!  That's a big swing for a baby calf to manage.  Pam Jahnke talks to Courtney Halbach, Outreach Specialist with the Dairyland Initiative.  Housed with the UW-School of Veterinary Medicine, they provide all kinds of insight into taking care of our livestock in those erratic weather conditions. Leadership changes headlined the 2023 WI Farm Bureau Federations 104th annual meeting that concluded on Monday.  Stephanie Hoff visits with outgoing president, Kevin Krenz about some issues they're facing and where he sees 2024 offering promise. John Heinberg with Total Farm Marketing is back with Pam talking about the markets. Right now the corn trade's hoping for some export action, while the cattle complex rides out fund flow in and out.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Student Affairs Voices from the Field, Dr. Jill Creighton welcomes Andrew Hua, a Chinese Vietnamese higher education scholar and practitioner currently serving as the Director of Student Affairs Case Management Services at the University of California, San Diego. Andrew's journey into student affairs began as an undergraduate student involved in leadership activities, leading him to pursue graduate programs in student affairs. He initially worked in residential life roles and later transitioned into case management. The conversation delves into how case management adapted to remote and hybrid models during the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on building strong relationships with students even in virtual settings. Andrew shares his unexpected transition to the interim director role at UC San Diego and the challenges he faced during this significant shift in responsibility. Mentorship, support, and collaboration are highlighted as crucial aspects of professional transitions in student affairs. Andrew also discusses his decision to pursue a Doctorate in Education (EdD) while managing his leadership role and the challenges and rewards of such a commitment. Throughout the episode, Andrew's journey exemplifies the importance of mentorship and support during career transitions in student affairs, as well as the significance of building rapport with students and colleagues, even in remote or hybrid work environments. He emphasizes the value of seeking and accepting support from mentors and peers when navigating transitions. Please subscribe to SA Voices from the Field on your favorite podcasting device and share the podcast with other student affairs colleagues! TRANSCRIPT Dr. Jill Creighton [00:00:02]: Welcome to Student Affairs Voices from the Field, the podcast where we share your student affairs stories from fresh perspectives to seasoned experts. This is season nine on transitions in Student Affairs. This podcast is brought to you by NASPA. And I'm Dr. Jill Creighton. She her hers your essay Voices from the Field. Host welcome back to another episode of Essay Voices from the Field. Today we are heading to sunny Southern California to meet Andrew Hua. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:00:30]: Andrew is a Chinese Vietnamese higher education scholar and practitioner. Currently, Andrew Hua serves as the Director of Student Affairs case Management Services at the University of California, San Diego. Before starting at UC San Diego, andrew served as a higher education professional at the University of California, Berkeley and Washington State University. He received his Master of Arts in Student Affairs administration degree from Michigan State. Go Green. Go Spartans. And he received his bachelor of arts in sociology degree from the University of California, Riverside Go. Highlanders. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:00:59]: In addition, Andrew is the 2023 2025 Asian Pacific islander knowledge community cochair Andrew's various experiences in cris management, behavioral threat assessment, nonclinical case management, residential life, Greek life, student conduct conference services, and student government, along with his desire and passion to learn for developing students holistically as leaders, citizens and scholars in a safe and welcoming community is the foundation of his student affairs experience. Personally, he'd like to share that he's a huge Disney fanatic and loves photography. So you could say that his hobbies are going to Disneyland and taking pictures. However, he has other Hobies as well. He enjoys playing volleyball board and video games and going on foodie adventures and hiking. Andrew, so thrilled to have you on SA voices thank you. Andrew Hua [00:01:40]: I'm excited to be here with you as well. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:01:42]: We learned from your bio you are not only the current co chair of the Apikc for NASPA, but you are also transitioning in other areas of life with a recent permanent position and also doctoral studies. So a lot going on for you in the transition space. But as we like to start each episode before we get into the journey, would love to know your come up story. How did you get to your current seat in higher ed? Andrew Hua [00:02:05]: Yeah, it's not a traditional pathway. I would have to say. I'll share that it started off traditional. As a young undergraduate student, I got involved in leadership, had the opportunity, had great mentors, advisors, and he said, have you ever thought about doing something like we do and doing student affairs? I was like, I have no idea what that is. And from there, it started with exploring graduate programs and then applying and getting in. So I went to Michigan State University, which was awesome. Go Spartans. And then from there, all my background has been residential life, so res life at Michigan State residence, life at Washington State residence, life at UC Berkeley, and then my transition from Berkeley to where I'm at now the University of California, San Diego, is case management. Andrew Hua [00:02:54]: It was a unique space. I wanted to get back to Southern California, and I started exploring different opportunities and found myself as a case manager. I saw transferable skills and over. In three years, there's been a lot of transitions from case manager to now serving as the director of the Student Affairs Case Management office. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:03:13]: That's an incredible jump in three years to go from the individual contributor role to leading the entire team in such a short span when it was kind of a new functional area for you, but also kind of not, because what ResLife staff member is not doing case management and maybe just not calling it. Andrew Hua [00:03:27]: That 100% agree with you. I think Res Life has given me so many opportunities in understanding different areas and field of work. It felt really good to transition to that. But you're right. I would say it was one I think most folks face this. I transitioned in 2020 from Res Life to case management. A whole new field of work, kind of. And then from 2020 to 2023, I was working remotely hybrid, somewhat in person. Andrew Hua [00:03:56]: So lots of transitions and even transitioning to being interim director. Then director has its own transition too. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:04:03]: Let's talk about doing case management in the hybrid and remote space, because I think case management especially is one of the areas of student affairs where there may be some hesitations from leadership to be okay with that because of the sensitive nature of what these types of cases can be. We're seeing students who are having mental health emergencies. We're seeing students who have personal crises. And there can be something impersonal about doing that level of connection with another person through the Internet. So tell us about how you navigated that. Andrew Hua [00:04:32]: Yeah, it was very interesting. I think we've all adapted in 2020. Students had to adapt, professionals had to adapt, and the only way to connect was virtually. So I think we had to find a way to find that connection. And one of the connections I was able to build is how do we build rapport with students? Get to know them as if we were getting to know them as if they were sitting right across from us, getting to know who they are as a person, getting to know what their interests were, understanding what their challenges are and what are their primary and I guess primary priorities when they come meet with us. Right. It's not about let's talk about anything and everything. It's about what do you need at this moment? And I think that's where I felt the students felt like they were being heard. Andrew Hua [00:05:13]: We've continued to do hybrid now because that's what the students want. We've done assessment. They've said majority of time we would like to have zoom. Do we do offer in person. But the students choose that because it's convenient. It allows them to be in the space that they're most comfortable, not in an office that they're not familiar with. And they also get to choose the time much more conveniently to them. They have to walk across campus, take in travel time. Andrew Hua [00:05:37]: So I think all things that I think about leadership, my leadership and my supervisors, when we have conversation about how do we conduct our work, if the students feel safe in their space, there's less risks of them spiraling or their mental health being flared up, and we're able to kind of navigate that with them. Of course, we do run into some of the situations where students do end up having a cris over the phone or over zoom, but we have our resources intact, right? That's where we'll de escalate. We'll do our best to contact resources off the side, whether it's contact another team member via teams, zoom, et cetera, to help us get the resources to the student if we know where the student is at that moment. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:06:19]: So it's allowed you to work faster? In some ways, yeah. Andrew Hua [00:06:22]: More efficient and effective ways at times. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:06:24]: You mentioned that you took on an interim position before becoming the director. How did that know? Andrew Hua [00:06:30]: That was a unique situation. I was not expecting. I did my role as the inaugural case manager and outreach specialist at UC San Diego. And my role. I was learning, and I felt really comfortable after a year. And I was ready to meet for my annual performance evaluation with my supervisor and say, like, I'm ready for more. Ready to look at what does it mean to be a case manager that takes on the designee responsibilities of my director when they're out of the office. And then I went into that meeting, and my director shared, you know what? I have some news to share with you. Andrew Hua [00:07:02]: I have actually accepted another position. I'm like, I didn't even get a chance to share about my goals for the next year, et cetera, because the next thing that came up was, Andrew, we've talked to leadership, and we think you'd be great to serve as the interim director. And I was shocked. I was like, it was one year in. Granted, I received positive feedback for my performance throughout, but I was not expecting that. So I had a moment of pause before I actually accepted. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:07:27]: Think the more realistic way is you were freaking shook. Andrew Hua [00:07:32]: You are absolutely correct. I was I was not expecting I was like, I've done one year in this field, they're asking me to be interim director. I was like, okay, let's chat about that. What does that look like? So I was shook. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:07:43]: That is a really different conversation than. Andrew Hua [00:07:45]: The one you expected to have 100%. So granted, it was a great opportunity. And I did get to sit down and talk about, like, I really enjoyed working with my supervisor. And I said, I will accept it under one condition, is that you continue to serve as a mentor. And that the leadership that is still here that I will report to, also will serve as mentors too. Not just supervisors, but mentors to mold me into a great leader. Why take on the interim role? Dr. Jill Creighton [00:08:15]: That is a really amazing ask. We talk a lot in negotiation skills about things you can ask for that is not necessarily based salary, like vacation days and other types of things. But asking for someone to serve as a mentor is a really great pro tip, especially if you're taking on something that maybe you have your own reservations about. Andrew Hua [00:08:33]: Yeah, 100%. And I can tell you, they all agreed. They're like, absolutely. We will continue to serve as mentors and consult as you navigate this water until this day. I still have mentoring moments with them. Like every month, we have something scheduled with my previous supervisor and the leadership here at UC San Diego. So it's not gone. It still continues, even though I have taken on the permanent role. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:08:56]: When you take on an interim role, and especially in the way that it was offered to you, it doesn't really give the team a lot of transparency. That can feel a little bit scary to the team when all of these changes are happening suddenly. How did you navigate the waters of moving from a fellow case manager to supervising others? Who were your direct peers and maybe had no idea this was coming? Andrew Hua [00:09:15]: Yeah, that was a tricky area to kind of navigate. But in much reflection, I did inquire why me? Why my position? Why am I being selected? I think that was important for me to understand. And what was shared with me was my inaugural role. The student affairs case manager and outreach specialist. That was the starting point. The future and strategic plan was eventually this role would become the Assistant Director or would eventually become the designee overall for any Director responsibilities. When the Director was out and the entire team knew that when they did their search for the position, the entire team knew that the Student Affairs Case Manager and Outreach Specialist role was going to evolve into something of leadership. So I think that's when it made me feel a bit more comfortable with knowing that the team knew this. Andrew Hua [00:10:05]: They all had opportunities to also apply for the position and show interest. I think the other piece for me is I took it in my own responsibility to connect with my colleagues. I checked in with them and shared hey, of course, when the announcement was made, I connected with them afterwards and said, I wanted to check in with you. How are you feeling about the decision? What are some challenges that may be coming up, or how can I best support you in this interim phase? My colleagues actually embraced me. They're very happy. They're like, we are so happy that we have an interim director. We've seen what this department has been like when there is an interim director, and some of them shared with me that they're glad that they didn't want it. We had no plans. Andrew Hua [00:10:48]: They did not want to be the room director. So glad you accepted. We will happily work with you. And I think the year that I got to spend with them was awesome. We collaborated on so many projects, so they knew who I was, they knew how I worked, and in no way, shape, or form was their conflict. It was all collaborative and learning, and most of them had skills that I learned from that helped me kind of build on the interim position. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:11:11]: The interim year is starting to come to a close. It's time to think about whether or not that permanent position is something you want to do or don't want to do, because you had the opportunity to learn over the course of that year. Tell us about how you made the decision that, yes, you do want to go for the permanent position. Andrew Hua [00:11:27]: Yeah, that was a lot of thinking. I knew when I accept interim role, it was also a place of, like, I feel like I'm interviewing for this position too. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:11:39]: For a whole year. Andrew Hua [00:11:40]: For a whole year. And I also was in a place of, I'm going to look at this opportunity as interim to decide whether I would actually enjoy this work. I was going to look at this interim opportunity to also understand if this will propel me for future professional opportunities. And I think both were yes. Right at the end of the day, I enjoyed the work. I enjoyed that this pathway was probably going to lead to new opportunities for my next career step. I enjoyed working with the staff that helped support students. I do miss working with students quite often, but this gives me a different level of work, and there's a different type of feeling when I'm able to support my staff and they are coming back. Andrew Hua [00:12:22]: During our Kudo sessions. We appreciate your leadership. We appreciate the opportunity to work with you and your consultation. These are folks that have done case management much longer than I have. Some of my colleagues come from a social work background, and when I am able to provide my expertise and we are working together to provide an interdisciplinary or multidisciplinary approach, it feels good. So I think overall, those are a couple of things that came to mind. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:12:47]: You decide to go for the role, you do have to do a full, real search to get the position. What was that like to go from being a person who was leading the team to a person who is now interviewing for your own job again with that team and with your supervisors? Andrew Hua [00:13:03]: That was a fascinating experience. In my interim role, we had vacancies, and I had to hire a couple of folks as well. So I hired those folks, and then in turn, they have to decide whether I get to continue or they interview me. And my feelings were kind of mixed. Right. Is that there's a fear because as an internal candidate, they get to see everything. As much as we'd like to ensure that it's unbiased process in any hiring, recruitment, there's some bias that I believe does permeate into the space of like it comes into feedback and how we see others. But overall I'm laying out there and they can see everything, whether I present it in the interview or if they've seen it in the past in the work that I've done. Andrew Hua [00:13:43]: I think the other piece was also excitement. It was an opportunity for me to share the great work that we've done and share where we can go. Because I have had some time internally to think about strategically, if I were to take on the interim director position, lead this department at full capacity, where could it really be? So those were kind of the two mixed feelings. I was going in and then of course, it's kind of awkward going in and you see all the familiar faces and you have to like, let me tell you how I do my job, or how I think the job can. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:14:11]: Be done, or here's how I think I do the job. And then maybe what they're receiving from you is not aligned with their experience with you. It's a weird place to navigate. Andrew Hua [00:14:20]: Yeah, absolutely. Every has their perceptions and thoughts. So yeah, it's a unique experience to be in. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:14:27]: You get the position, you're sitting in that seat now. What was the transition like for you from moving from the interim space to moving to the full time space? Andrew Hua [00:14:35]: I'll be very honest, it wasn't too big of a transition. I felt like I was already doing the role at full capacity. If anything, I felt comfortable making long term decisions. So there were things that we tested out in the interim. I was like, we're just doing this interim, we're going to pilot it during the interim. But now coming out of interim and being the full time official director, I was like, it worked, let's make it official. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:15:00]: Stick it. Andrew Hua [00:15:01]: Yeah, let's stick with it, put it into place, iron it out, cement it in. And those practices are in and they run so efficiently and effectively. So I think most of the part it's just like, okay, now I can put yes permanent stamp on it. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:15:15]: All the while you're doing this interim position, this job search internally, you're also pursuing the Edd, which is taking up a ton of time and energy. How's that going? And how the heck are you balancing that with taking on this brand new and very big job? Andrew Hua [00:15:32]: I don't know what I was thinking. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:15:35]: I think someone may have cautioned you in that regard. Andrew Hua [00:15:39]: I've had great mentors who cautioned, but also said that they would support me in whatever decision I go with. And I will say there were a lot of things that were coming to mind. I had applied during my interim phase and I got in during my interim phase and I said yes to the Edd. So it was kind of like a weird situation where I said yes to Edd, even though I knew I didn't have the official position, because I was like, this is always something I wanted to do. I always wanted to get my doctorate. I wanted to also get back into classroom and learn. I also wanted to be innovative. And then some of that is for me as an individual, I needed some structured learning and structured growth opportunities, and the Ed program provided that. Andrew Hua [00:16:23]: And I think it came down to be like the reverse round. Like, I am in the Edd. Do I take on this director role permanently? Because I could have gone back and been the assistant director. Because during my interim role, I also made some changes to my old position as strategically set in stone in the past. So, yeah, I was like, I said yes to the Edd. I feel good about the director role. I'm going to say yes to this, and I will say I have not regretted it. It has been tough, it has been exhausting, but I have not regretted the decision because I honestly think it has only made me a better leader and a better director and a better student affairs professional. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:17:03]: What are your strategies for finding time to be a person or to take care of yourself while you're doing these things? For those of you who can't see Andrew put out his. Andrew Hua [00:17:14]: You know, that's a good question and a hard question. I think I started off pretty strong in my first year of my doctorate and also the official director role by sticking to a routine. And I had support from my supervisors and leadership. Right. It's at 05:00 p.m.. There's no contact for me. We are non clinical case management and work related stops at five. And I've seen this where my leadership has told other leaders on campus, like, you will not hear from Andrew until he comes in at 08:00. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:17:44]: A.m., that is amazing support. Andrew Hua [00:17:46]: Yeah. When I saw that email, I was like, I feel I can fully put my work from eight to five and really be myself after that time. Right. And I think the balance after 05:00 is where does education and fun time go? And that's been a bit of a challenge. But my first year again, right, I had a structured set up. I had a number of hours. I would do some studying, and then after that, I can watch TV, I can play games, I can do whatever. Of course, schedules change up where friends come in town and we make modifications. Andrew Hua [00:18:16]: But I think that's the biggest thing is that my leadership supported me in my academic journey and I was dedicated to finding balance in my life. Now year two, and now almost going to year three, there's been a couple of changes, transitions, but all still the same goal of trying to be like, no, at five, I'm done 08:00. I'll come back the next day and then stick to my studies at the evening as much as I can. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:18:40]: And we're looking at Dr. Hua 2024, right? Andrew Hua [00:18:42]: Oh, you know, possibly if I really hunker down, it could be 2024. If not, it will be early 2025. So fingers crossed. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:18:53]: We'll say hashtag Dr. Hua class of 2025 or sooner. Andrew Hua [00:18:58]: Yes, I will take it. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:18:59]: You're also taking on the role of running for and being elected the co chair of the NASPA Apikc while you're doing this interim and now director role and while you're doing this Edd program. So you just kind of were like, bring it on. I want all the things tell us about that journey. Andrew Hua [00:19:17]: I feel like you got my resume somewhere. Yeah. I'll be very honest. All these decisions were also encouragement from mentors people I respect, and also during my interim phase, which is very unique for those who know how KC election works. There's, in between KC chair appointments, they do an election. So you have elect year if you are selected. And during that time, I was interim and, you know, exploring opportunities. I had people saying, you would be awesome. Andrew Hua [00:19:48]: You should nominate yourself to go be a co chair. We have another colleague that would be awesome to team up with. So having spoken to my co chair, who is Michelle Chan now, and we found some common ground and some excitement behind potentially being co chairs, and we went for it. I was like, in a day, someone else probably will nominate themselves, we will go through the ballot and I might not get it, and that's fine. Why not put my name in the hat, see what happens? Little did I know, name got pulled. Yep. I am now the co chair. And I was like, oh, boy. Andrew Hua [00:20:24]: So I took the year of being a chair elect for KC as seriously as possible and learned as much as I can. It is a lot of work. Kudos to many of my previous Apikc, NASPA Case, NASPA Apikc co chairs. Y'all do a lot that is not seen. So kudos to those folks and how do I manage it all? I try to find a balance with my co chair, and I go back to previous co chairs and be like, give me your tips. What have you done? What can I do better? So it's a lot. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:20:52]: I think what we're hearing from you is that the leadership in the KC space is truly a service to the profession. I know that when we think about leadership development theory and different ways of leadership, oftentimes we think of the figurehead as having decision making authority and number of other things. But while that is true, especially in the KC space. The corralling and consensus building is really one of the most important things that the KC chair can do. I always view you all as the stewards of the KC for the time that you're elected. I talked to Shakura Martin about their journey to the NASA Board chair recently. They said it's a stewardship of the organization, it's not Shakura's agenda. And the same thing is true for the KC roles. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:21:32]: It's Andrew's Stewardship of the KC. Not Andrew's Agenda for the KC. Andrew Hua [00:21:36]: It truly is not my agenda. The leadership team are great folks who are motivated, excited, who want to give back, who want to engage. So it's really supporting some of their ideas. And of course, our constituency, when the constituency speaks and shares their ideas, we'll both look at ways on how we can incorporate, how we can make it come to life. So truly, I think the other way I navigate is taking on this co chairship is my amazing leadership team does amazing job. They are awesome. So their excitement, their drive also excites me and pushes me to continue to push forward with all the responsibilities of being a co chair 100%. It is not my agenda. Andrew Hua [00:22:16]: It is all about what our community needs. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:22:18]: You have been a tremendous guest for the theme of transitions. Given all of the transitions going on in your world, what advice do you have for listeners who are going through their own transitions in their professional life, in their service life, or in their life life? Andrew Hua [00:22:33]: I think for me, the biggest thing I learned is not to do it alone. Every transition comes with its challenges. And for those who are great higher ed and student affairs folks, challenge and support, right? Balance it out. Find the support to help navigate those challenges. I have mentors that are outside of this country that I connect with that help support me as well. So I would say don't do it alone. And you have people around you that are rooting for you to go through that transition and they'll be right there beside you. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:23:01]: It's time to take a quick break and toss it over to producer Chris to learn what's going on in the NASPA world. Christopher Lewis [00:23:07]: Thanks, Jill. So excited to be back in the NASPA world and as always, there's a ton of things happening in NASPA and I always love being able to share with you some of the great things that are happening. 2024 NASPA Institute for New AVPs is coming up January 25 to 27th in Atlanta, Georgia. The NASPA Institute for New AVPs is a foundational three day learning and networking experience designed to support and develop AVPs in their unique and challenging roles on campus. The Institute is appropriate for AVPs and other senior level number twos who report to the highest ranking student affairs officer and who have been serving in their first AVP or number two position for not longer than two years. It sounds like something that you would love to be a part of. To learn more about, go to the NASPA website under Events and click on 2024 NASPA Institute for New AVPs. So, in January 2024, january 27 through the 29th in Atlanta, Georgia, is the 2024 NASPA AVP Symposium. Christopher Lewis [00:24:18]: The NASPA AVP Symposium is a unique and innovative three day program designed to support and develop AVPs and other number twos in their unique campus leadership roles. Leveraging the vast expertise and knowledge of sitting AVPs, the Symposium will provide high level content through a variety of participant engagement oriented session types. This professional development offering is limited to AVPs and other number twos who report to the highest ranking student affairs officer on campus and have substantial responsibility for divisional functions. Additionally, Vice Presidents for Student Affairs and the equivalent who are presenting during the Symposium may also register at a discounted rate and attend April 20 eigth through the 30th of 2024 in Doha, Qatar, is the 18th Annual Manassa NASPA Conference. The Manassa NASPA Conference provides student affairs practitioners with the knowledge and skills to effectively address and support college students. Higher education is witnessing a wide array of challenges, especially in the area in the era of fast technological evolution. Thus, this three day conference by NASPA and the Middle East, North Africa and South Asia Manassa area is an opportunity to connect with colleagues regionally and abroad to talk about these emerging technologies. The conference is going to provide space for discussing innovative ideas, adaptive approaches, use of technology, best practices, lessons learned, and provide tools to understand the next generation of student affairs. Christopher Lewis [00:25:57]: If you want to know more about this great conference and travel to the Middle East to meet so many of your colleagues, go to the NASPA website and check it out for yourself. Every week we're going to be sharing some amazing things that are happening within the association. So we are going to be able to try and keep you up to date on everything that's happening and allow for you to be able to get involved in different ways. Because the association is as strong as its members and for all of us, we have to find our place within the association, whether it be getting involved with a knowledge community, giving back within one of the centers or the divisions of the association. And as you're doing that, it's important to be able to identify for yourself where do you fit? Where do you want to give back? Each week. We're hoping that we will share some things that might encourage you, might allow for you to be able to get some ideas that will provide you with an opportunity to be able to say, hey, I see myself in. That knowledge community. I see myself doing something like that or encourage you in other ways that allow for you to be able to think beyond what's available right now. Christopher Lewis [00:27:10]: To offer other things to the association, to bring your gifts, your talents to the association and to all of the members within the association, because through doing that, all of us are stronger and the association is better. Tune in again next week as we find out more about what is happening in NASPA. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:27:31]: Wonderful as always to hear from you, Chris, on what's going on in and around NASPA. Andrew, we have reached our Lightning round segment. I have seven questions for you in 90 seconds. Andrew Hua [00:27:42]: Oh, boy. I'm ready. Here we go. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:27:44]: Question number one if you were a conference keynote speaker, what would your entrance music be? Andrew Hua [00:27:49]: I would choose finesse by Bruno Mars. I don't just I feel like I would walk up with some finesse. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:27:55]: Number two, when you were five years old, what did you want to be when you grew up? Andrew Hua [00:27:59]: Oh, when I grew up, I'll be very honest. I wanted to be a dinosaur. I wanted to walk around like a trex. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:28:07]: You can still do that? Andrew Hua [00:28:08]: I still do sometimes. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:28:10]: Number three, who's your most influential professional mentor? Andrew Hua [00:28:13]: That's a difficult one. I have a lot of mentors that have inspired me to do many different things, so I unfortunately, cannot just provide you a name. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:28:22]: Number four. Your Essential Student Affairs. Christopher Lewis [00:28:24]: Read. Andrew Hua [00:28:24]: I'm reading too much right now, so there's too much in my doctoral program to read, so I can't pick one. Sorry. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:28:30]: Number five, the best TV show you binged during the pandemic. Andrew Hua [00:28:34]: I would have to say I've jumped back into Criminal Minds, and Criminal Minds is just something I really enjoy. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:28:40]: Number six, the podcast you've spent the most hours listening to in the last year. Andrew Hua [00:28:44]: In the last year, honestly, the quickest thing for news for me is up first. I like to try to get little bits and get on it. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:28:51]: And finally, number seven, any shout outs you'd like to give, personal or professional? Andrew Hua [00:28:55]: Personally, I would probably just shout out my parents. I wrote it in my application. I write it in my dissertation everywhere and my work, that they are truly who inspired me to be a disruptor in education and how to disrupt some of the systematic challenges and systems of oppression. So they're my personal shout out and professional shout out. I would have to say there are a number of folks from Glinda Guzman, Sonny Lee to Alison Satterland, all folks who have inspired me. And if I'm able to shout out you, Jill, you have influenced me in many ways and also inspired me to do many things. So those are a couple folks. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:29:34]: It's been a wonderfully, rich conversation to talk to you about your transitions today. If others would like to reach you after the show, how can they find you? Andrew Hua [00:29:42]: If folks want to reach me, there are two ways I recommend finding me on LinkedIn. You can try to find me with my LinkedIn name, which is H-U-A-N-D-R-E-W just my last name, hua. And then Andrew. Or you can contact me via email, which is ah u a@ucsd.edu Andrew. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:30:00]: Thank you so much for sharing your voice with us today. Andrew Hua [00:30:03]: Thank you. This was great. Thank you for having me. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:30:06]: This has been an episode of SA Voices from the Field, brought to you by NASPA. This show is always made possible because of you, our listeners. We are so grateful that you continue to listen to us season after season. If you'd like to reach the show, you can always email us at savoices@naspa.org or find me on LinkedIn. By searching for Dr. Jill L. Craighton. We welcome your feedback and topic and especially your guest suggestions. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:30:31]: We'd love it if you take a moment to tell a colleague about the show. And please, like, rate and review us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you're listening now. It really does help other student affairs professionals find the show and helps us become more visible in the larger podcasting community. This episode was produced and hosted by Dr. Jill L. Craighton. Produced and audio engineered by Dr. Chris Lewis. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:30:54]: Guest coordination by Lu Yongru. Special thanks to University of Michigan, Flint for your support as we create this project. Catch you next time.

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In this episode, Rey and Jason speak with Gabby, an Outreach Specialist for RICV. They also go over the month of July and celebrating VCB's 50th anniversary. Email us at info@myvcb.org or call us at (559)222-4447 if you have questions or comments about today's episode. To learn more about RICV, visit ricv.org.

JAMIE MCMILLAN MADE IN THE TRADE Jamie McMillan is the founder and primary spokesperson of KickAss Careers. She is a Motivational Speaker, Journeyman Ironworker, Apprentice Boilermaker, Outreach Specialist, Author, Visionary and Advocate for Skilled Trades, Technology, Mental Health, Homelessness and Youth.https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-mcmillan-90010397/https://www.kickasscareers.ca/kickassteamhttps://madeinthetrade.com/https://www.instagram.com/kickass_careers/https://www.instagram.com/made_in_the_trades/?hl=enhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/kickass-careers/?viewAsMember=trueIT'S ALL ABOUT THE JOURNEY Jamie became an ironworker in 2002 when women only represented 2% of the workforce across Canada and the United States. She thoroughly understands the struggles and challenges of working a male dominated workforce and is on mission to break down the negative misconceptions and stereotypes. Through KickAss Careers Jamies travels approximately 30 weeks a year providing engaging keynote presentations and workshops to more than 50,000 students, parents, educators and employers each year across North America. Her efforts have gained international notoriety for opening doors and minds to the possibilities of well-paid careers in skilled trades and technology sectors. Over the years Jamie has received the Top 20 Under 40 Award for making an impact in the metal trades, the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program Champion Award and District School Board of Niagara Technology Education Partnership Award for her commitment to youth in schools across the province of Ontario. ​In 2018 she received the Hamilton YWCA Women of Distinction Award for being a trailblazer excelling in her field promoting leadership and equal advancement opportunities. In 2019 Jamie was named a co-chair on a National Skilled Trades Advisory Committee to create a campaign to promote careers in skilled trades as first choice pathways to youth for the Canadian Federal Government by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.​Jamie continues to speak professionally across North America, works on various construction projects whenever possible and enjoys helping out at a homeless shelter for women. Most recently, Jamie joined the Helmets to Hardhats Canada team as an Outreach Specialist providing career opportunities in the Building Trades for serving, transitioning and former members of the military. In her free time she loves to hang out with family, friends, travel, climb mountains and hike with her tuxedo cat, 'Spud Wrench.'

After having struggled with his mental health for some time and having four previous attempts, Zebulun made the decision to end his life on March 1 of his senior year at just 18 years of age. Now, 14 years later, Donna Wolff has made it her life's mission to create beauty amidst the tragedy. She has dedicated her life towards speaking openly about the loss of her son to suicide, not to trigger or cause harm for anyone listening but rather to continue the conversation so that we may hold space for those struggling with suicidal thoughts and those remaining after the loss of a loved one to suicide.So... how do we have these awkward conversations in life? Talking to someone who is struggling with their mental health doesn't have to be intimidating. Simply remain open and honest from a place of love. “How are you today? No, seriously, talk to me. Are you okay? I've been seeing this... I've been hearing this... I've been noticing this... People sometimes who are doing or saying these things are thinking of suicide. Are you thinking of suicide?” Don't be afraid to have those awkward conversations as you never know whose life you might impact for the better. Mental illness is a disease just like any other that can affect the mind and body. Releasing the stigma helps reduce the fears behind speaking openly and honestly. Please follow the links below for more on the benefits of having those very real and much needed conversations. The Awkward Conversation: https://youtu.be/fV1CQaTTvzE Seize The Awkward: https://youtu.be/r47l4eUU1bc Loss is loss. Yet in the face of someone taking their own life, family and friends often become silent and treat the death with shame and judgment. It's okay to bring a casserole to the surviving family. It's okay to offer to fold their laundry, clean their house, watch their kids, or run to the store for them. It's okay to share stories and say the name of the person who has died. Grief is very personal but it doesn't have to be isolating. Eighty percent of people left by suicide can also experience suicidal ideations. In lieu of telling someone what they should be doing, choose to be lovingly present, holding space for them to grieve. They need community. They need support. They need you. Together, we can help #StopSuicide. If you or someone you know is experiencing suicidal thoughts or a crisis, please call or text the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 or 988 or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting TALK to 741741. These services are free and confidential. Donna is the President of Northeast NE Suicide Prevention Coalition, a mother, survivor of suicide loss, cosmetologist, Domestic Violence Community Outreach Advocate, certified in Basic Mediation, facilitator of a support group and has done numerous speaking events since losing her son. She also works with the Winnebago Tribe of Nebraska as a Prevention Specialist and with the Ponca Tribe of Nebraska as a Training & Outreach Specialist. Being native herself, her mission in life now is to share her son's story, reducing the stigma surrounding suicide and let others know they CAN survive and THRIVE after a suicide loss. In the words of Donna Wolff and her native culture, YOU ARE WORTHY! Angee's Mug: “Keep It, Spicy” Jaime's Mug: “Unstoppable Together, Can't Stop Won't Stop” Follow Donna through the Northeast NE Suicide Prevention Coalition Facebook Page at https://www.facebook.com/NortheastNESuicidePreventionCoalition?mibextid=LQQJ4d If you're returning, thank you so much for all of your likes and shares. If you're new, stay tuned and don't miss the next episode of The Shrink Show by subscribing to our channel and being the first to hear each new episode every Wednesday! SUBSCRIBE to The Shrink Show Newsletter: http://www.theshrinkshowpodcast.com/Follow us on all the socials: @TheShrinkShowFaceBook, Instagram, YouTube, TwitterA Hurrdat Media Production. Hurrdat Media is a digital media and commercial video production company based in Omaha, NE. Find more podcasts on the Hurrdat Media Network and learn more about our other services today on HurrdatMedia.com.

Host Jon Cauchi speaks with Leader Dogs Outreach Specialist Alyssa Otis.

Today we'll get into family, school and community at MPB's 2023 Summer Learning Family Fun Day at the Jackson Convention Complex, June 17th with Felicia Davis, Early Childhood Education & Student Enrichment Division Manager and Keidra Hooks, Training and Outreach Specialist with MPB Education, then we'll swing by the North Mississippi Hill Country Picnic, June 23-24th at the Betty Davis Ponderosa in Waterford with Frank Kossen, NMHCP Board Member, before our final stop at this year's Bentonia Blues Festival, June 16th at Blue Front Café in Bentonia with Gilbert Vowell, Robert Farr and Jimmy “Duck” Holmes!Visit our events calendar at mpbonline.org/community/mississippi-events/. If you have an event, you'd like to share, you can upload it directly to our calendar or email it to events@mpbonline.org. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gabrielle Cordova is a inter-party Secretary, an outreach and development specialist on multiple campaigns, companies, and the LNC, and is joining the Fite to talk about her role with Mike ter Maat for President. We will discuss how she got into the field, what her job looks like, and how others can help campaigns with similar needs.Learn more about Mike's Presidential Campaign here:https://miketermaat.comWatch this and every other live stream, tip, grab merch, and more all at https://Fite4Liberty.LiveGet some Blood of Tyrants wine here: https://bloodoftyrants.wine/ref/7/?couponCode=F4LGet THE POWER behind your business at https://Kraften.us

The ACWA JPIA & ACWA Conferences are headed to Monterey, CA! Listen to this "Know Before You Go" episode for details about each conference's key events, locations, reminders, and more! ACWA JPIA's Spring Conference is May 8-9, 2023. For more info, visit: https://www.acwajpia.com/conference/ ACWA's Spring Conference is May 9-11, 2023. For more info, visit: https://www.acwa.com/events/2023-spring-conference-exhibition/ Remember to use the hashtags #jpiaconf for ACWA JPIA's conference and #acwaconf for ACWA's!

We're back again this month! In this episode Jason is joined by Alex, VCB's Outreach Specialist. We talk about upcoming events, and Jason talks about his low vision evaluation experience. If you have a similar story to share or if you'd like to share your experience with VCB, send an email to info@myvcb.org or give us a call at 5592224447. To learn more about Valley Center for the Blind and how to support us, visit myvcb.org.

Our latest guest for the Inspiring Stories of Healing and Hope series is Becky (Verner) McDermott.In this episode, Becky shares how losing her mother at a young age inspired her to work with children who have lost their loved ones. Becky is the Outreach Specialist and Program Coordinator at Joel's Place for Children.Joel's Place provides peer grief support groups for school-aged children and their families who have experienced the death of someone special in their lives.Please feel free to "Connect With Us" via our website at www.clecem.org.Follow us on:Facebook: @catholiccemeteriesassociationTwitter: @CLECatholicCemsInstagram: @clecatholiccemsBlog: @clevelandcatholiccemeteriesPodcast: "CCAirwaves" on your favorite streaming platform!

On today's episode of the #STRIVECast, the team speaks with Brie Robichaud, Education Outreach Specialist with the Osher Map Library! She talks all about what they do, how to get involved, and their new partnership with STRIVE! Thanks so much for joining us, Brie! Also in this episode – Noel shares some winter safety tips and Jeff answers a listener question about what he would rather give up. Tune in to hear the STRIVECast team discuss what they would rather give up! And as always, let us know you're listening by liking, commenting, or sharing our post! Happy Listening!

Tim lives in Stoughton, Wisconsin with his wife and two adult children. Originally from Toledo, Ohio, Tim moved to Wisconsin over 23 years ago to marry Tracy. He graduated from St. John's Jesuit High School in 1983 and began attending the only college he ever wanted to go to–Ohio Northern University (ONU) where his grandfather was a leader in the Psychology Department. At ONU Tim studied Philosophy and Religion and Psychology while being involved in Sigma Theta Epsilon (Christian Service Fraternity), a faculty/student choir and with traveling ministry teams (Son's Rays and a failed attempt at puppetry.) Unfortunately Tim was only able to spend two years at ONU (for details, you can have him speak on growing up a child in an alcoholic household and becoming an alcoholic himself.) Tim transferred to Bowling Green State University (BGSU) and graduated (barely) in 1987 with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a minor in Philosophy. While at BGSU Tim was active in campus ministry and served as Youth Director for a local parish while volunteering with the Diocese of Toledo. The highlight of his BGSU career was listening to Mr. Rogers speak at his graduation ceremony. Tim spent time as Director of Pastoral Concerns and religion teacher at a local high school, as an early childhood educator and as a substance abuse counselor before being accepted into the Masters program at John Carroll University (Ohio) in 1990 and earning his Masters in Counseling in 1993. While at John Carroll (JCU), Tim was also involved in numerous volunteer activities including an outreach to Appalachia. He also received the Magis Award from the Student Council of JCU. After a year of working as a College Counselor and Hall Director in Ohio, Tim moved to West Virginia to volunteer on a Catholic Worker Farm. While there, a friend introduced him (over the phone) to the wonderful woman who would become his wife. Tim moved to Wisconsin in 1995 and Tracy and he were married that same year. They were blessed with Hunter being born in 1997 and Sami in 1999. Since moving to Wisconsin, Tim has worked in early childhood education; in customer service at Davis Duehr Dean; in Quality Assurance at Epic Systems; as an Office Manager at LakeView Church and as a House Father for the Elizabeth House. Ten years ago Tim was hired as an Outreach Specialist at the University of Wisconsin-Madison Waisman Center where he currently works as the Director of the Southern Regional Center for Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs, Family Discipline Coordinator for the WI LEND program and as a senior outreach specialist with the Youth Health Transition Initiative. In 2014, Tim finally finished a 10+year journey when he earned a Master of Arts in Christian Studies from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (Illinois). As his capstone project Tim combined the scientific research around forgiveness and his faith background's belief in forgiveness to develop an eight week course centered on why forgiveness is necessary and how to forgive. Since then Tim has taught about forgiveness at Stoughton Hospital, Lifest, area churches, local and statewide mental/behavioral health conferences, an aging conference, on the radio and at educator wellness events. Tim's brings a unique perspective through sharing his personal journey through childhood trauma, alcoholism, betrayals, misunderstandings, mental health challenges and life. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/normalizetheconversation/support

ABOUT THIS EPISODE Mark Wildes was well on his way to joining his father, a renowned immigration attorney, when he found his life's calling: reaching out to unaffiliated young professional Jews in Manhattan, and innovating for decades in the outreach space. Unique as a proudly Modern Orthodox practitioner, Rabbi Wildes offers a different perspective, which we discuss and evaluate in this episode. We also speak about his new "40 day challenge" - the subject of his latest book - and his other writings, along with his rich family history and dreams for the future of outreach. Visit Rabbi Wildes' website/join the 40-day challenge group: https://www.markwildes.com/ Buy "The 40 Day Challenge": https://www.amazon.com/40-Day-Challenge-Mark-Wildes/dp/1947857673 -------------------- ABOUT THIS PODCAST Jews You Should Know introduces the broader community to interesting and inspiring Jewish men and women making a difference in our world. Some are already famous, some not yet so. But each is a Jew You Should Know. The host, Rabbi Ari Koretzky, is Executive Director of MEOR Maryland (www.meormd.org), a premier Jewish outreach and educational organization. MEOR operates nationally on twenty campuses and in Manhattan; visit the national website at www.meor.org. Please visit www.JewsYouShouldKnow.com, follow us on Twitter @JewsUShouldKnow or on Facebook. Have feedback for the show, or suggestions for future guests? E-mail us at JewsYouShouldKnow@gmail.com. Want to support this podcast? Visit Patreon.com/JewsYouShouldKnow. A small monthly contribution goes a long way!! A special thank you to Jacob Rupp of the Lift Your Legacy podcast for his invaluable production assistance.