Podcasts about presidential scholars

As Women's History Month comes to a close, join our host and founder, Yoli Tamu, in celebrating her most inspirational mentor! This week features Ka-Ron Brown Lehman, Artistic Director of Lehman Danceworks, Inc. and Retired Modern Dance Instructor. "Dancing Mama," as she's affectionately known to her students, is a legendary dancer, teacher, choreographer, artistic director, and mother of three, who has made significant contributions to the world of dance and the performing arts. She shares her secrets to cultivating excellence, instilling the value of hard work, and fostering the power of self-belief through dance! Discover how she honors legendary dancers of the past and present and how you, too, can create a legacy that will always be remembered. Mrs. Lehman is a renowned figure in the dance world with a career spanning over five decades. As the former Artistic Director of the Los Angeles County High School for the Arts Dance Department, she has left an indelible mark on dance education. Her impressive resume includes performances on Broadway as a featured dancer and Associate Choreographer, as well as in film and television specials, alongside artists like Ben Vereen, Paula Kelly, Flip Wilson, Richard Pryor and Aretha Franklin. And, yes, she's that dancer in the video "Let's Groove Tonight" by Earth, Wind & Fire! Her teaching experience as a Master Modern Instructor encompasses prestigious institutions such as Cincinatti Ballet Academy, Cincinnati Conservatory of Music, and Northern Kentucky University, as well as numerous master classes and workshops across the United States and internationally. Her dedication to the arts has earned her several accolades, including the American Legion Award, the American Choreography & Educator Award, and a Distinguished Teacher Award from the White House Commission on Presidential Scholars. Mrs. Lehman's legacy in dance education and performance continues to inspire new generations of dancers and artists, even after her retirement from modern dance instruction in 2020. To learn more about Mrs. Lehman and her work, connect with her on Facebook.

The University of Nebraska Board of Regents approved the budget for the upcoming year and approved Dr. Jeffrey Gold's contract for university president on Thursday. The budget includes $11.5 million in spending cuts, a tuition increase at all four campuses and additional investment into the new Presidential Scholars program.

The University of Nebraska Board of Regents approved the budget for the upcoming year and approved Dr. Jeffrey Gold's contract for university president on Thursday. The budget includes $11.5 million in spending cuts, a tuition increase at all four campuses and additional investment into the new Presidential Scholars program.

The latest Cattle on Feed report shows the U.S. herd dropped slightly in April, and seven FFA students have been named U.S. Presidential Scholars.

Seven FFA Members Named Presidential Scholars

Also in the news: Another North Pond Nature Sanctuary owl found dead; 70-year-old charged with hate crime after shooting neighbors; Five Illinois students have been named 2024 U.S. Presidential Scholars and more.

Also in the news: Another North Pond Nature Sanctuary owl found dead; 70-year-old charged with hate crime after shooting neighbors; Five Illinois students have been named 2024 U.S. Presidential Scholars and more.

Also in the news: Another North Pond Nature Sanctuary owl found dead; 70-year-old charged with hate crime after shooting neighbors; Five Illinois students have been named 2024 U.S. Presidential Scholars and more.

Two Nebraska high school seniors — one in Pender and one in Lincoln — committed to the University of Nebraska under the new Presidential Scholars program. The scholarship gives a full-ride plus a $5,000 stipend for any University of Nebraska school to in-state students who score a 36 on the ACT. The university announced the program last month.

Two Nebraska high school seniors — one in Pender and one in Lincoln — committed to the University of Nebraska under the new Presidential Scholars program. The scholarship gives a full-ride plus a $5,000 stipend for any University of Nebraska school to in-state students who score a 36 on the ACT. The university announced the program last month.

“Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey and  Jamel Gaines of Creative Outlet. In this episode of  “Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey,  join host Joanne Carey as she chats with Special Guest: Jamel Gaines, founder and Director of Creative Outlet.  This year marks a special moment for JGCO's annual program as more than 3,000 New York City Public School students will experience the lessons of Remembering. The Company will travel to Cape Coast and Accra, Ghana giving performances and workshops in Africa. Listen in as we talk about the impact Arts in Education had and continues to have in Jamel's life. The February 15 performance of Remembering is in collaboration with Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso, City Council Member Crystal Hudson, and NAACP Brooklyn Chapter, and pays tribute to New York City Board of Education principals and teachers. The February 16 performance is in collaboration with the Delta's Chapter of Brooklyn. The February 17 performance is in collaboration with the Brooklyn Brownstones Organization https://youtu.be/x8JgSjd3S_M?si=HIB-br85c8s4xW0M Tickets are available through the link belowhttps://www.bam.org/dance/2024/remembering Brooklyn Academy of Music on February 15 and 16 at 7:30 PM and February 17th at 2 PM. Jamel Gaines is the Founder and Artistic Director of Creative Outlet.Jamel has dedicated his life to delivering artistic excellence and stirring, soaring performance to audiences everywhere.  With more than 22 years of teaching and choreographing experience, Jamel seeks to inspire, motivate and nurture dancers and artists.  Under his leadership, Creative Outlet has set itself apart as a highly acclaimed performing arts organization with a proven record in training the next generation of professional dancers and artists. Some of Jamel's more recent choreography includes the crowd pleasing presentation live streamed across the internet during Spike Lee's Annual Tribute Concert to Michael Jackson (August 2017) televised choreography and dramatic performance by contestants on So You Think You Can Dance. (2010).  In addition, Mr. Gaines has created and staged over 25 repertory and concert productions.  He has had the distinction of working with such distinguished artists as Jennifer Holiday, Michael Jackson, Whitney Houston, Savion Glover, Malik Yoba, George Fasion, Ornette Coleman, Ossie Davis, Olatunje Babatunde, Max Roach, Cassandra Wilson and Rick James. Founder and Artistic Director, Jamel Gaines has dedicated his life to delivering artistic excellence to artists and audiences. Jamel has appeared on Public Television's American Talent in which he was presented The Teacher Recognition Award, during the Presidential Scholars in the Arts Committee at The Kennedy Center, and has been featured in publications such as Essence Magazine, The New York Times, The Seattle Times and The Daily News.  His work has been staged by the Actors Theater Workshop, The NYC Department of Parks, Alvin Ailey American Dance Center, the Paramount Theatre and The Martha Graham School.   Mr. Gaines serves as the director of St. Paul's Eldad Medad Danced Ministry. His work at St. Paul's includes “He Got Up”, the commemoration of the African Holocaust and the acclaimed “Black Nativity” for which he won an Obie Award. Gaines began his dance career in the mid-1990s under the direction of Diane and Adrian Brown, and James Grant and Received his BFA from SUNY Purchase. He credits the development of his unique and nurturing approach to teaching and composing to Kevin Iega Jeff. Follow on Instagram @jamelgainescreativeoutlet  Find out more https://www.creativeoutlet.org/⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Follow Joanne Carey on Instagram @westfieldschoolofdance And follow  “Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey wherever you listen to your podcasts. Tune in. Follow. Like us. And Share. Please leave us review about our podcast  “Dance Talk” ® with Joanne Carey "Where the Dance World Connects, the Conversations Inspire, and Where We Are Keeping Them Real."

CTL Script/ Top Stories of January 27th         Publish Date: January 26th         From the Ingles Studio Welcome to the Award-Winning Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast    Today is Saturday, January 27th, and Happy heavenly Birthday to musician Bobby 'Blue' Bland. ***01.27.24 – BIRTHDAY – BOBBY BLUE BAND*** I'm Keith Ippolito and here are the stories Cherokee is talking about, presented by Credit Union of Georgia.  Amazon Faces Unexpected Retail Challenger: A New Rival Rises Beyond Walmart Regional Honor Band Welcomes Selected Students from CCSD 'Work in Cherokee' Campaign Launched by COED President Misti Martin We'll have all this and more coming up on the Cherokee Tribune-Ledger Podcast, and if you're looking for Community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe!    Commercial: CU of GA   STORY 1: Forget Walmart, Amazon has a surprising huge new rival Amazon's massive infrastructure, including its network of warehouses and delivery fleet, creates a significant barrier for potential rivals. Walmart has come close to matching this advantage. Other players like Shopify have struggled to compete due to the immense costs involved in building a comparable infrastructure. FedEx, having decided to stop doing business with Amazon in 2019, has built a substantial delivery network nationally. Now, FedEx plans to offer its retailer customers access to an e-commerce platform named "fdx," leveraging its delivery capabilities and technology from the acquisition of ShopRunner in 2020. This move aims to revolutionize supply chain management and enhance FedEx's relationships with merchants. STORY 2: CCSD Students Selected for Regional Honor Band Sixty-five middle school band members from the Cherokee County School District (CCSD) have been selected for the Georgia Music Educators Association District 9 Honor Band. These students, chosen through December auditions, will participate in a clinic and performance in Blue Ridge on February 2-3. CCSD Superintendent Brian Hightower commended the achievement, emphasizing the importance of performing arts in middle schools and expressing gratitude to dedicated band teachers for providing exceptional instruction and opportunities. The selected students represent various middle schools, each led by their respective band directors.   STORY 3: COED President Misti Martin Announces 'Work in Cherokee' Campaign The Cherokee Office of Economic Development (COED) is launching the Work in Cherokee campaign to boost the county's workforce, offering a $1,500 signing bonus to employees who relocate their jobs to Cherokee County after a 120-day employment period. Funded by American Rescue Plan Act relief funds, the campaign aims to attract and retain talent, foster innovative business investment, and enhance infrastructure. COED also plans a workforce analysis and website careers page update. The initiative aligns with Cherokee By Choice 2.0 goals. COED has previously assisted over $1 billion in investments and 8,000 job creations.   We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.874.3200 for more info.    Back in a moment  Break: DRAKE – CHEROKEE CHAMBER   STORY 4: Police: Carjacking Led to Lockdown at KSU On Wednesday evening, a carjacking near KSU's campus prompted a nearly two-hour lockdown. Three men carjacked a 2023 Cadillac CT4, fleeing toward the KSU campus. The carjacked vehicle was located by the Cobb Police's Real Time Crime Center, leading KSU Police to issue a secure-in-place alert due to reports of an armed intruder on campus. Marquise Adams, 17, was apprehended with the stolen vehicle's keys after a foot chase, but two suspects remained at large. No shots were fired on campus, and there were no reported injuries. The secure-in-place alert was lifted at 8:18 p.m. as police continue to investigate. Contact the Cobb County Police Department with information at 770-499-4111. STORY 5: Cherokee County Student Selected for All-State Art Competition Woodstock High School junior Kate Bean has been chosen as one of 50 Georgia high school students for the All-State Art Symposium, hosted at Columbus State University. Out of over 2,000 student entries, Bean's painting titled "Still Life" earned her a spot in the statewide competition. She is a student of Woodstock High School visual arts teacher Lori Thompson. The Cherokee County School District expressed pride in Kate's achievement and acknowledged the role of fine arts programs in providing students with opportunities to nurture their talents and creativity. Kate will be honored at the school board meeting on February 15.   Commercial: GCPS – INGLES 3   STORY 6: Harry Johnston Shares 'State of Cherokee' At the Council for Quality Growth's 2024 State of Cherokee County event, Cherokee County Commission Chair Harry Johnston outlined plans for the county's future growth. Focusing on maintaining low taxes and high-quality services, Johnston emphasized the need to keep up with road work, prevent overwhelming growth, and address attainable housing challenges. He expressed the goal of maintaining expense growth below population growth and inflation. Johnston acknowledged the rising costs of public safety and the need for more funding for alternatives to incarceration. Slowing population growth to around 0.75% over 30 years and increasing road funding were highlighted as challenges and goals. STORY 7: Cherokee County Student Named Candidate for U.S. Presidential Scholars Program Creekview High School senior Kinley Sikes has been selected as a candidate for the U.S. Presidential Scholars Program, an elite national honor. Among 5,000 students nationwide and 207 from Georgia, Sikes was chosen based on her outstanding performance on the ACT or SAT. The next stage involves an application review considering academic excellence, personal character, leadership, and service activities. Finalists will be selected, with 161 Presidential Scholars named in the spring. As a National Merit Semifinalist, AP Scholar with Distinction, and STAR Student, Sikes has demonstrated excellence in academics, leadership, community service, and athletics.     We'll have closing comments after this.    COMMERCIAL: HELLER LAW   SIGN OFF –   Thanks again for listening to today's Cherokee Tribune Ledger podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast, the Gwinnett Daily Post, the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties, or the Paulding County News Podcast. Get more on these stories and other great content at tribune ledger news.com. 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This week we're getting an inside look at what it takes to create a book for the live entertainment industry. Stage manager, USITT Board member, and co-author of The Production Manager's Toolkit Cary Gillett discusses how the book idea came to life, the thoughtful changes that came with the second edition, and why this book's existence is important for the industry.Cary Gillett has worked as a production manager and stage manager in the Maryland/Washington DC area for over two decades. Cary is currently the General Manager of the DC branch of the event technology company CMI. Previously she has worked as a production manager for the Baltimore Center Stage, University of Maryland in College Park, Round House Theatre, the Potomac Theatre Project and the Helen Hayes Awards, celebrating theatre in the Washington DC area. Her stage management credits include three years as the Resident Stage Manager at the Round House Theatre in Bethesda, MD, the “In Performance” series at the White House and “A Salute to the Presidential Scholars” at the Kennedy Center. Cary is an adjunct faculty at the University of Maryland and Howard Community College where she teaches classes in management and communication. Cary serves as a board member for the United States Institute of Theatre Technology (USITT) and is the chair of the Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Access and Social Justice (IDEAS) committee.Click here to purchase the second edition of The Production Manager's Toolkit.

In this episode of The Truth In This Art, host Rob Lee interviews Baltimore-based artist TOSKAGO . Martin Mbuguah better known as TOSKAGO is an artist born in Ol'Kalou, Kenya, raised in Indiana, and currently lives and works in Baltimore, MD. He currently studies painting at the Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) and expects his BFA by 2024.Born to a poor family of farmers and laborers, Martin's formative years were characterized by a deep sense of anxiety due to rising tribal tensions and growing financial instability. Despite these struggles, Martin and his family had a twist of fate when they won the coveted “green card lottery” and were offered the chance to move to the United States.After arriving in the states Martin's initial anxieties returned, this time taking a different form as he attempted to reconcile his inherited Kikuyu culture and the last tie to his family and homeland with his new adopted culture in the U.S. Martin spent most of his time examining and learning Western customs in an effort to assimilate. It was during this time that Martin also began to acclimate to his new racial identity as a “black man.” Being from an ethnically and racially homogenous village, Martin's understanding of racial structures and hierarchy was distinct from even that of his parents (who were born in British-occupied Kenya).Martin's work is a dialog on the nature of identity and the human condition. Taking from his ancestral Kikuyu practice of storytelling he constructs narratives through painting and film in order to illustrate themes of race, violence, and addiction.Martin's works have been displayed in significant national exhibitions at venues such as the Pratt Manhattan Gallery (New York), and The National YoungArts Foundation Gallery (Miami, FL). His paintings are part of private and public collections around the world, including the Fort Wayne Museum of Art, the St. Claire Collection, and the Timmons Collection. Martin has also been the recipient of numerous prestigious national and international awards. He was a recipient of the coveted Gold Award from the National YoungArts Foundation, as well as a semifinalist for 2020 U.S. Presidential Scholars.Photograph by Dawn BangiCreators & Guests Rob Lee - Host toskago - Guest The Truth In This Art, hosted by Rob Lee, explores contemporary art and cultural preservation through candid conversations with artists, curators, and cultural leaders about their work, creative processes and the thinking that goes into their creativity. Rob also occasionally interviews creatives in other industries such as acting, music, and journalism. The Truth In This Art is a podcast for artists, art lovers and listeners interested in the creative process.To support the The Truth In This Art: Buy Me Ko-fiUse the hashtag #thetruthinthisartFollow The Truth in This Art on InstagramLeave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.THE TRUTH IN THIS ART IS SUPPORTED IN PART BYThe Gutierrez Memorial FundThe Robert W. Deutsch Foundation ★ Support this podcast ★

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Morning Headlines For May 12, 2023... Elder Gary E. Stevenson of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints received an honorary doctorate, Idaho high school seniors honored as U.S. Presidential Scholars, and Yellowstone National Park announced road openings.

In this episode, we pass the mic to Devan Hardaway to discuss pursuing persistence on the journey to esquire. She is an Assistant State Attorney at Florida's 13th Judicial Circuit. She has worked in that office for several years in different capacities and in different divisions. Ms. Hardaway is a Florida Supreme Court Mediator certified in County and Civil Circuit Mediation. She is also a volunteer Guardian Ad Litem, writer, and photographer and was, at one time, a music teacher. She discovered a love of criminal law and prosecution when she began her law school journey. Before becoming an attorney, she worked as a teacher and in other positions. Devan attended WMU Cooley Law School and Fort Valley State University, where she obtained a Bachelor of Arts (BA), English Writing and Political Science Bachelor of Arts (BA), English Writing and Political Science. She participated in Presidential Scholars, was a Student Ambassador, Teaching Assistant, Academic and Athletics Tutor, WIN Lab Writing Editor. Fun fact- she took the bar exam seven times before she passed! www.journeytoesquire.com info@journeytoesquire.com @JourneytoEsquire --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/journey-to-esquire/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/journey-to-esquire/support

Vivian Tai believes that the identification of everything makes anything possible. She says she would have an obsession with the convergence of emerging technology, identity, and sustainability. Vivian is currently working on the future of product identity, data carriers, and the circular economy at GS1 US. She graduated Summa Cum Laude Graduate from the Fashion Institute of Technology, and is an Advertising and Marketing Communications major while being a member of the Presidential Scholars program, Phi Theta Kappa Honors Society, and was the recipient of the YMA Fashion Scholarship Fund. One of her notable accomplishments from Vivian's post-secondary career was being nominated by FIT to participate in the national Geoffrey Beene Scholarship Competition and selected as one of the winners. Internationally, Vivian was part of a team that represented the United States and FIT in the Future of Retail Competition at the World Retail Congress, held in Dubai in April 2016. Vivian Tai, Director of Innovation - Circular Economy, Sustainability, and Emerging Data Carriers @ GS1 US --- https://www.linkedin.com/in/vivianyuenwingtai/ About GS1 US --- https://www.linkedin.com/company/gs1-us/ https://www.gs1us.org/ GS1 US serves more than 300,000 businesses in 25 industries in the United States by facilitating industry initiatives, administrating the GS1 System of Standards, providing education and support, and connecting communities through events and online forums. On EP 056 Richard talks with Director of Innovation Vivian Tai about: 00:00:02 : Vivian's introduction. 00:01:15 : How did you get into supply chain? 00:06:15 : Moving from fashion to GS1 Standards. 00:10:18 : What does it mean to be a GS1? 00:15:13 : What is G1's mission and mission statement? 00:19:56 : What's on the horizon for innovation in the supply chain. 00:23:32 : How the pandemic exposed the problem of a fragmented and disconnected supply chain? 00:28:38 : The importance of circularity in the supply chain. 00:31:36 : Once you start associating unique attributes to products, you start flushing out the story of the product's lifecycle. 00:38:37 : The importance of getting other industries involved in the development of standards. 00:41:31 : The importance of digital twins in the healthcare industry. 00:45:29 : The importance of traceability in the supply chain and how it's becoming more of a narrative.

Laura K. Padron recently joined the UConn Foundation as the new Senior Vice President for Advancement (SVPA). A member of the foundation's senior leadership team, Padron is responsible for leading the advancement team and will play a crucial role as the foundation embarks on the largest campaign in its history.Padron is an innovative leader with extensive experience in development, donor relations, and campaign planning. She joins UConn from the Florida International University (FIU) Foundation, where she served as associate vice president. Padron led FIU's $750 million Next Horizon Campaign with major gift officers across the academic colleges and schools, athletics, and student affairs.Padron's return to FIU in 2012 followed five years at the University of Miami, where she served as assistant dean for development at the School of Business and spearheaded the school's role in the university's $1.6 billion campaign. Previously, Padron served as senior director for donor relations and stewardship and established FIU's first Donor Relations and Stewardship Office. Before working in academia, Laura directed national programs, including the Presidential Scholars in the Arts and YoungArts programs at the National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts.“We are delighted to be able to recruit someone of Laura's caliber and experience level to the UConn Foundation,” says Jake Lemon, president and CEO of the UConn Foundation. “I have no doubt she will build on the foundation's recent success, and we enthusiastically welcome her into UConn Nation.”Padron has earned multiple awards in recognition of her work, including a 2005 Council for Advancement and Support of Education Gold Award and a 2021 Global Forum for Education and Learning Top 100 Visionaries in Education Award.Padron is a graduate of Florida State University and a former president-elect and board member of Miami's Association of Fundraising Professionals.

Blaine Krauss / @blainkr Blaine Krauss is currently appearing in the National Tour of “Hamilton” as the standby for both Hamilton and Burr. To join Blaine's fitness challenge on July 5th (we also will be doing it again later in July) DM us @builtforthestage on IG and just say that you're in for Blaine's challenge! ;) Blaine was thrilled to be part of the second season of “Pose” which he filmed while appearing in “The Cher Show” on Broadway. He starred as ‘Lola' in “Kinky Boots” shortly after making his Broadway debut in the smash hit “Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812.” Blaine traveled the world as ‘Simba' in “The Lion King” and starred in the Radio City Summer Spectacular. Blaine regularly performs with symphonies around the globe and is a regular performer at Feinstein's/54 Below. His talents led him in 2011 to be a feature performer for the largest Commemoration of 9/11 outside of the U.S at the Trocadero in Paris, France. In 2010 he was selected to be 1 of 20 Presidential Scholars in the Arts by the White House and Presidential Scholar Commission. This venture led to having met President Obama and concluded with a performance at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. He was selected to be the Feature Vocalist at the 2010 July 4th Celebration at the US National Archives; was a selected participant at the International Fringe Festival in Edinburgh Scotland. His theatrical credits include Godspell and Spelling Bee at the West Virginia Public Theatre, Evita, Into the Woods, Civil War, Make Me A Song, Chess and Jean Valjean in CCM's Les Miserables. Blaine is a mentor on the faculty of Spot-On Arts Academy and a proud graduate of the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music. "Haus of Love" by Blaine Krauss - https://open.spotify.com/album/15Jbl3x08YR9ZcZF5a4OKe?si=gmJDR5YCTX6ND8iZUbO7VA&dl_branch=1&nd=1 www.broadwaypodcastnetwork.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Blaine Krauss / @blainkr Blaine Krauss is currently appearing in the National Tour of “Hamilton” as the standby for both Hamilton and Burr. To join Blaine's fitness challenge on July 5th (we also will be doing it again later in July) DM us @builtforthestage on IG and just say that you're in for Blaine's challenge! ;) Blaine was thrilled to be part of the second season of “Pose” which he filmed while appearing in “The Cher Show” on Broadway. He starred as ‘Lola' in “Kinky Boots” shortly after making his Broadway debut in the smash hit “Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812.” Blaine traveled the world as ‘Simba' in “The Lion King” and starred in the Radio City Summer Spectacular. Blaine regularly performs with symphonies around the globe and is a regular performer at Feinstein's/54 Below. His talents led him in 2011 to be a feature performer for the largest Commemoration of 9/11 outside of the U.S at the Trocadero in Paris, France. In 2010 he was selected to be 1 of 20 Presidential Scholars in the Arts by the White House and Presidential Scholar Commission. This venture led to having met President Obama and concluded with a performance at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. He was selected to be the Feature Vocalist at the 2010 July 4th Celebration at the US National Archives; was a selected participant at the International Fringe Festival in Edinburgh Scotland. His theatrical credits include Godspell and Spelling Bee at the West Virginia Public Theatre, Evita, Into the Woods, Civil War, Make Me A Song, Chess and Jean Valjean in CCM's Les Miserables. Blaine is a mentor on the faculty of Spot-On Arts Academy and a proud graduate of the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music. "Haus of Love" by Blaine Krauss - https://open.spotify.com/album/15Jbl3x08YR9ZcZF5a4OKe?si=gmJDR5YCTX6ND8iZUbO7VA&dl_branch=1&nd=1 www.broadwaypodcastnetwork.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Donna Parker and Dr. Christina Cestone co-chairs of LEAPS (Leaders in Education: Academy of Presidential Scholars), discuss this new initiative designed to support current faculty members at UMB by recognizing and rewarding educational scholarship and innovation, as well as help advance the career paths for UMB educators. 

This week, Sarah shares an article talks about the amazing students who are this year's US Presidential Scholars. Ryan shares an article that talks about a rise in behavioral issues in students amid the upcoming summer break and shares actionable tips on how to address it. Tune in! Don't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasinEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed. Articles: https://www.ed.gov/news/press-releases/education-department-announces-161-students-be-honored-2022-us-presidential-scholars Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair); Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye) Producer: Ross Ulysse

Here is a rundown of this morning's news... The Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall is paying a visit to Soda Springs this weekend. Plus, a local student is named as one of this year's U.S. Presidential Scholars. Also, Madison High School invites you to go fly a kite today.

Stephon Alexander - Professor of theoretical physics at Brown University, an established jazz musician, and an immigrant from Trinidad who grew up in the Bronx. He is the 2020 president of the National Society of Black Physicists and a founding faculty Director of Brown University's Presidential Scholars program, which boosts underrepresented students. He joins Tavis to unpack his new book “Fear of a Black Universe: An Outsider's Guide to the Future of Physics” which illustrates the connection between music and physics and why science must embrace diversity (Hour 2)

This podcast was recorded on the show floor of USITT22 at Studio USITT in partnership with AKG by Harman.The Wally Russell Mentoring Award is presented by USITT in partnership with the Wally Russell Foundation to honor someone who embodies the guiding hand that Wally Russell provided to many young professionals.A 30-year resident of San Diego, Jay Sheehan oversees the production management and stage management areas for the School of Theatre, Television and Film at San Diego State University. Additionally, Jay created and leads the Certificate in Entertainment Management Program for the School. In addition to teaching stage management, production management and live concert production, Jay also oversees all aspects of production for the 8 show main stage and student production season.Jay also serves as the National Production Manager for Young Arts, dedicated to help identify and support the next generation of artists in the literary, performing, visual and design arts. In this capacity, Jay oversees productions in Miami, and the Presidential Scholars program at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C.Jay is an Equity stage manager, having worked on over 50 shows during his stage management career. Jay's other jaunts around San Diego have found him as the Director of Production and Operations for the San Diego Symphony and Director of Operations for House of Blues, overseeing the 20,000 seat Coors Amphitheatre in Chula Vista.Jay is also owner of Cue One Productions and is a freelance special event manager whose event list includes the NFL Super Bowl, Major League Baseball's All Star Game as well as non-profit charities concert events in and around the United States.TECHnically Speaking is a public service of USITT, which seeks to have a broad conversation on topics of interest to its members, but it is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of Institute policy. The views expressed on this podcast by guests are their own and their appearance herein does not imply an endorsement of them or of any entity they may represent. Reference to any specific product or idea does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation. Views, opinions, recommendations or use cases expressed on this podcast do not necessarily reflect the views of USITT, its Board members or employees.

Author Peter E. Murphy looks forward to celebrating his 50th year of sobriety after waking up in a gutter when he was 21. He has since fashioned a life of service to others by leading hundreds of workshops for thousands of writers and teachers in the United States and abroad. In addition to being the founder of Murphy Writing of Stockton University, Peter has been a consultant to numerous organizations including The Corporation for Public Broadcasting, Educational Testing Service and countless school districts from coast to coast. He has been an educational advisor to three PBS television series on poetry with Bill Moyers. And after his second visit to the Rose Garden where he was recognized as a Distinguished Teacher by the White House Commission on Presidential Scholars in the Arts, Bill and Hillary Clinton added Peter to their Christmas card list. Peter began writing his memoir in progress, "Once Upon a Time You Lived in a Castle," to better understand how his mother's suicide and ongoing abuse by a priest led to his addiction to alcohol as a teenager. Writing in general and poetry in particular led Peter from New York City, where he grew up, back to Wales, where he was born, and where he decided to rise out of the gutter and change his life.

In this Episode:Meet Peter Murphy, writer and recovering alcoholic with 50 years of sobriety. In this episode, Peter tells how he was abused as a child by a priest, his descent into alcoholism, waking up drunk in a gutter, and how writing helped inspire his recovery.Episode Highlights:Burying his mother's suicide in his memory.Traveling through Wales to run from the trouble.Being haunted by his past in drinking dreams and writing through it to heal.Quitting alcohol.Using his expertise in writing to help others.The 28th Annual Winter Poetry & Prose Getaway, January 14-17, 2022.About Once Upon a Time You Lived in a CastlePeter's Bio:In addition to being the founder of Murphy Writing of Stockton University in Atlantic City, Peter has consulted numerous organizations and school districts from coast to coast. He has been an advisor to three PBS television series on poetry with Bill Moyers and was recognized as a Distinguished Teacher by the White House Commission on Presidential Scholars in the Arts.Peter began writing his recently completed memoir, "Once Upon a Time You Lived in a Castle," to better understand how his mother's suicide when he was seven and ongoing abuse by a priest led to his addiction to alcohol as a teenager.Find out more about Peter:Personal Website: www.peteremurphy.comProfessional Website: www.murphywriting.comContact: peteremurphy9@gmail.comWinter Poetry & Prose Getaway: wintergetaway.com Learn About Alcoholism:My FREE course, Back to Ground Zero, answers the question, “Am I drinking too much?” while providing the information you need to know about alcohol use disorder.No one wants to be alcohol dependent. At the same time, they fear quitting completely. Most importantly, our understanding of alcohol abuse is shrouded in myths. You can clear up some of your confusion by clicking on the link below:https://nowsobercoach.com/am-i-drinking-too-much-alcohol/Get More from Back Porch Chats:Website: www.backporchchats.comContact Vince or JeannaVince@Backporchchats.comJeanna@nowsobercoach.comFacebook: www.facebook.com/BackporchchatsConnect with Jeanna Online:Facebook: www.facebook.com/jeannafoxcoachFree Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/sobrietycoachfoxInstagram: www.instagram.com/recoverywithjeanna/Now Sober website: www.nowsobercoach.comHow You Can HelpIf you enjoy this podcast and would like to offer your support, there are three things you can do.1.    Head over to your favorite podcast app and leave a review.2.    Share this episode on social media.3.    Visit our store and wear your support. Back Porch Chats merchandise along with many other great products is now available at nowsoberlife.com.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/backporchchats)

Host Tricia Pritchard sits down with Michael Dittman to discuss a program at Butler County Community College that provide free tuition for students that  meet its criteria. https://www.bc3.edu/

Michael Benjamin Washington is currently filming the new NBC comedy, American Auto. Broadway: The Boys in the Band (also the Netflix adaptation); La Cage Aux Folles; Mamma Mia! (original company). Off Broadway: 2019 revival of Anna Deavere Smith's Fires In the Mirror at Signature Theatre (NY Outer Critics Circle Award; NY Drama League Award; Inaugural Antonyo Award for Best Solo Performance); and, Stephen Sondheim's Saturday Night at Second Stage. Television: Ratched and Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt (Netflix); 30 Rock; Glee; Law and Order; 100 Questions to name a few. He is an alumnus of New York University's Tisch School of the Arts and the National Young Arts Foundation. He is also a Presidential Scholars in the Arts. Mr. Washington currently serves on the 2020-2023 Tony Awards and Screen Actors Guild Nominating Committees.

~From the Saraland City Schools, Facebook Page "Congrats to Cade Tisdale who has been named a 2021 U.S. Presidential Scholar SEMIFINALIST Cade is among approximately 625 semifinalists selected from a pool of nearly 6,500 candidates! The Commission on U.S. Presidential Scholars will soon complete its selection of the high school seniors who will be named as the 2021 U.S. Presidential Scholars. The Commission's choices will be announced in mid-May by the U.S. Secretary of Education. Cade — the Spartans are proud of your accomplishments. We are rooting for you in The Land

Dr. Donald Shaffer is the Director for African American Studies in the College of Arts and Sciences and serves as the mentor to the Presidential Scholars program at the Schackouls Honors College. In this episode, Dr. Shaffer talks about his journey to becoming an academic and the books and experiences that inspired him. He also gives a few tips for any student considering applying for the Presidential Scholarship, which is arguably the most prestigious undergraduate scholarship offered by Mississippi State University. You can contact Dr. Shaffer at ds649@msstate.edu.

Hear the truth about the Moon. Answer some hypothetical questions. Learn about one of the newest and greatest threats to society.In this episode of The 9pm Edict you'll hear about dog whistles, cows, the Illuminati, pods, burnouts, toilet smells, the Commission of Presidential Scholars, and of course the Truth.Full podcast details at:https://stilgherrian.com/edict/00091/Support this podcast at:https://stilgherrian.com/tip/https://skank.com.au/subscribe/

On this week's episode we talk to Blaine Krauss, a performer that is all too familiar with the broadway scene! We discuss the importance of therapy, analyzing your roll so that you can keep your body safe while performing, take random singing breaks, and much more! Blaine Alden Krauss is a native of St. Petersburg, Florida. He holds a BFA in Musical Theatre from the College-Conservatory of Music (CCM) at the University of Cincinnati. After making his broadway debut in the critically acclaimed “Natasha, Pierre and the Great Comet of 1812” he strutted across Al Hershfield in the Tony Award Winning “Kinky Boots” and is currently featured in the “The Cher Show”. He was also seen in the Radio City New York Spectacular under the direction of Mia Michaels and on tour of Disneys “The Lion King” playing Simba in theatres all across the US and Canada. In 2011 his talents led him to be a feature performer for the largest Commemoration of 9/11 outside of the U.S at the Trocadero in Paris, France performing for Government Officials and then a free concert in front of the Eiffel Tower with the Royal Orchestra. In 2010 he was selected to be 1 of 20 Presidential Scholars in the Arts by the White House and Presidential Scholar Commission. This honor culminated in a medal ceremony with President Barack Obama and a performance at the Kennedy Center in Washington D.C. Blaine was selected to be the Feature Vocalist at the 2010 July 4th Celebration at the US National Archives; a feature vocalist with the Fort Wayne Philharmonic Orchestra in Indiana for their Holiday Pops Concert; was a selected participant at the International Fringe Festival in Edinburgh Scotland; a 2010 Silver Winner in Musical Theatre by the National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts Program, and can be currently seen as a frequent performer of “Feinstein's 54 Below in NYC, as well as with symphonies across the country with Spot-On Entertainment. Other theatrical credits include Benny in In the Heights at Theatre Under The Stars, Godspell and Spelling Bee at the West Virginia Public Theatre. @blainekr

In this week's episode, I wrap up this series on the main teachers in my journey as a violinist with an interview with Northwestern University professor Gerardo Ribeiro, with whom I studied during my doctoral years. Professor Ribeiro talks to us about his experience studying with Ivan Galamian and Felix Galamir, how he uses mental practice, why we must develop the awareness to truly hear our own playing and assess critically what we are doing, and about the importance of taking ownership of our learning experience! I learned so much with Professor Ribeiro and I'm so happy to have him on the show!  He is full of insight and useful tips, and also has great anecdotes for us!  I hope you enjoy our discussion!   In this episode, Professor Ribeiro elaborates on: His experience studying with Ivan Galamian The importance of listening to ourselves Why moving can be detrimental to our playing Mental practice Why we must develop the awareness to truly hear our own playing and assess critically what we are doing The importance of aural skills   Gerardo Ribeiro Gerardo Ribeiro, Portugal's premier violinist, is recognized on four continents as one of the truly important violinists of his generation. With acclaimed recitals at New York City's most prestigious concert venues - Carnegie Hall, Alice Tully Hall and the Metropolitan Museum - Mr. Ribeiro has also appeared at Washington, D.C.'s Kennedy Center, and is well known in major European, South American and Far Eastern concert halls. As a concerto soloist, Mr. Ribeiro has appeared with the Philadelphia and Gulbenkian Orchestras, the Montreal, Dallas, Lucerne, Lisbon, Porto, Barcelona and Cali Symphony Orchestras, the Zagreb, Antwerp and Lisbon Philharmonics, the Taiwan, Beijing, Belgian and Portuguese National Orchestras, the Radio Orchestras of Paris (O.R.T.F.), Lisbon, Berlin, Hilversum (Holland) and North Germany (Hannover) and other leading ensembles. Beginning violin studies at an early age, Ribeiro went on to earn Soloist Diplomas, with honors, at both the Porto and Lucerne Conservatories, later attending the Juilliard School, where he studied with Ivan Galamian, Paul Makanowitzky and Felix Galimir. Numerous awards in distinguished international competitions such as the Montreal and Paganini followed. First Prizes were received at the Vianna de Motta contest in Lisbon and the Maria Canals competition in Barcelona. After serving on the violin faculty of the Eastman School of Music, Mr. Ribeiro joined Northwestern University as professor of violin. He is a member of the Meadowmount Trio, ensemble-in-residence at the Meadowmount School of Music. Ribeiro has been awarded the Presidential Scholars Teacher Recognition Award from the White House's Commission on Presidential Scholars. Mr. Ribeiro is also on the string faculty at the Music Institute of Chicago where he teaches and coaches advanced students and chamber groups in the Academy program.   If you enjoyed the show, please leave a review on iTunes!  I truly appreciate your support! Visit www.mindoverfinger.com for information about past and future podcasts, and for more resources on mindful practice. Join the Mind Over Finger Tribe here!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/mindoverfingertribe/     THANK YOU: Most sincere thank you to composer Jim Stephenson who graciously provided the show's musical theme!  Concerto #1 for Trumpet and Chamber Orchestra – Movement 2: Allegro con Brio, performed by Jeffrey Work, trumpet, and the Lake Forest Symphony, conducted by Jim Stephenson. Also a HUGE thank you to my fantastic producer, Bella Kelly!   MIND OVER FINGER: www.mindoverfinger.com https://www.facebook.com/mindoverfinger/ https://www.instagram.com/mindoverfinger/