Podcasts about Sam Houston State University

On the 340th episode of You Know I'm Right, Nick Durst and Joe Calabrese are joined by one half of the WWE Women's tag team champions, Raquel Rodriguez to discuss: - First app she checks in the morning - Preferred airline and how many frequent flyer miles does she have? - Playing college basketball at Texas A&M–Kingsville Javelinas and then Sam Houston State University where she continued her collegiate basketball career, and she earned her bachelor's degree in Mass Communication - Growing up in Texas and having a father (Rick Gonzalez) who was a pro wrestler - Wrestlers that inspired her to get into wrestling - Starting wrestling school and then briefly working on the independent circuit - How did she end up in the WWE Performance Center and NXT - Winning the NXT women's title - Getting called up to the main WWE roster, was she nervous? - Tagging with Liv Morgan and ultimately color coordinating for Wrestlemania - Show day routine - Favorite cities - Traveling with the championship title - First time seeing her WWE shop page, action figure and herself in a video game - A celebrity she would like to wrestle - You Know I'm Right moment https://linktr.ee/youknowimright Follow our show on instagram - instagram.com/YKIRPodcast Like our show on facebook - https://www.facebook.com/YouKnowImRightPodcast Follow our show on twitter - twitter.com/YKIRPodcast Follow Nick on twitter - twitter.com/Nick_Durst Follow Joe on twitter - twitter.com/JCalabrese1

Logan Thompson is an Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist of Sustainable Livestock Feeding at Kansas State University.He grew up on a registered Hereford ranch in central Texas which instilled a passion to improve the sustainability of beef production by developing practical solutions for producers. Logan started his bachelor's degree at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, TX prior to completing his degree at Texas Tech University in 2015. Following this he earned a Masters in beef sustainability at Oklahoma State University in 2017 and a PhD in ruminant nutrition at Michigan State University in 2021. Prior to joining Kansas State University in August of 2022, he served as a post-doctoral fellow at Colorado State University.Logan's predominate research interest is in measuring greenhouse gas emissions in grazing systems and how grazing management impacts ecosystem function. Of particular interest in how the soil-plant-animal interrelationships are manipulated by management decisions. Additionally, his research examines how management decisions influence nutrient utilization within and across production systems. Logan's wife, Rachel, is also a science nerd and is a Senior Scientist in Ingredient Solutions R&D at MGP Ingredients in Atchison, KS.Past Podcast references:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1995747/episodes/14850913https://www.buzzsprout.com/1995747/episodes/14176506https://www.buzzsprout.com/1995747/episodes/12989654https://www.buzzsprout.com/1995747/episodes/11378191Links:Frontiers | Is Climate Neutral possible for the U.S. beef and dairy sectors?

Dr. Fidele Sebahizi's powerful story of courage and perseverance will inspire you to create your own life from the ashes, no matter what giants are in front of you. Dr. Sebahizi was born and raised in a poor village in the Democratic Republic of Congo. His life was rough. He experienced lots of terrible things, including escaping a genocidal killing at least twice. When he arrived in the United States in 2007, he felt tremendously blessed to have been given such a wonderful opportunity to achieve his unfulfilled dreams, especially going back to school.    He overcame life obstacles as an immigrant in the United States to achieve the American dream. He became the first immigrant to join and work for the Abilene Police Department in Texas as a police officer. While working for the APD, Fidele earned multiple degrees: a B.A. in Creative Writing from Southern New Hampshire University in New Hampshire, an M.S. in Criminal Justice from Sam Houston State University in Texas, and a Ph.D. in Criminal Justice—Homeland Security from Liberty University in Virginia. In his interview, he shares incredible stories of courage. In 2004, when he was trapped in a house between two heavily armed forces fighting each other, he didn't know if he would be alive today. In addition, he witnessed a genocidal massacre against his people in a United Nations refugee camp in Burundi, Africa, witnessing the burning bodies of his relatives and friends.  His faith in Jesus Christ is the common denominator that helped him to overcome life's obstacles and struggles. He knew God was always with him and was determined never to give up.   Grab Your Copy Now     Embark on an extraordinary journey from a remote African village, through the horrors of a refugee camp massacre, to a remarkable life as a police officer and PhD holder in the United States. "Creating a Life from the Ashes: A Memoir" is a testament to the indomitable spirit of an African refugee who chose to face and overcome insurmountable challenges. In this book, you will discover: How to build a life from nothing, regardless of your beginnings or struggles. The importance of confronting challenges head-on. Why avoiding challenges can lead to greater difficulties. The true happiness that comes from overcoming adversity. The power of rejecting excuses and embracing responsibility.   "Creating a Life from the Ashes" inspires readers to rise above their circumstances with determination and resilience. This memoir demonstrates that no matter how humble your beginnings, you can achieve greatness and make a significant impact. Don't miss out on this powerful story of courage and perseverance. Be inspired to create your own life from the ashes.   Connect with Dr. Fidele   Website   Book Website   X   Facebook

Welcome to Episode 117 of The Criminology Academy podcast, where we are criminally academic. In this episode, we are speaking with Professor Benjamin Comer and his work around school shootings. Benjamin Comer is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice at Texas Christian University. His research focuses on gun violence, school gun violence, and mass gun violence. His additional areas of research focus on data accuracy and comparability, as well as spatial criminology. Benjamin received his PhD in Criminology and Criminal Justice from Sam Houston State University.

On this episode of the "What I Wish I Knew Podcast", Ashley sits down with Courtney Galle. Courtney Galle, IOM, has over 20 years of marketing, public relations and fundraising experience. Currently she serves as the marketing manager for Lone Star Family Health Center. Prior to that, she served as the director of special events for the Conroe/Lake Conroe Chamber of Commerce, marketing and PR manager at The Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion and communications manager for the Lake Conroe Area Convention & Visitors Bureau.She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism--Public Relations from Sam Houston State University.Courtney currently serves on several nonprofit boards and committees. She was honored to be a recipient as a Woman of Distinction for Leadership Montgomery County in 2020. She is a certified nonprofit organizational manager from the US Chamber of Commerce Institute for Organization Management. Courtney is a graduate of Leadership Montgomery County and Greater East Montgomery County Chamber's Pathway to Leadership. Courtney has resided in Montgomery County for over 21 years and currently lives in New Caney. She was born and raised in Brenham. She is a godmother to five goddaughters, has a niece and two nephews plus a dog named Scout, which all keep her busy in her spare time. She loves to read, watch old movies, shop and spend time with family and friends.Courtney has a passion for volunteering and giving back to the community in which she lives.

Jennifer Passios is a graduate student, dancer, writer, editor, and content creator for a variety of dance companies.  In this episode of The Learning Vibes Podcast, Jennifer discusses the broader skills learned through dance.  She also discusses her teaching as a graduate teaching assistant at Sam Houston State University.  Hear her ideas on an arts education, the communicative nature of dance, artistic collaboration, and teaching in a college setting.

Discover how iHeartMedia is revolutionizing the audio industry as Spencer Bynes shares insider insights on the future of radio, podcasting, and media leadership in this must-listen episode! In this episode of Sharkpreneur, Seth Greene speaks with Spencer Bynes, President of iHeart Atlanta.  Spencer Bynes, President of iHeart Atlanta, shares his journey from executive coaching to leading one of the nation's top media markets, revealing iHeartMedia's dominance in radio and podcasting, the evolution of audio, and leadership strategies for success. Spencer Bynes, President of iHeart Atlanta, shares his journey from executive coaching to leading one of the nation's top media markets, revealing iHeartMedia's dominance in radio and podcasting, the evolution of audio, and leadership strategies for success. Key Takeaways: → Why iHeartMedia dominates the audio space. → How iHeart became the world's largest podcast publisher. → How traditional radio turned into modern podcasting. → Why podcasts are surpassing TV shows with audience engagement. → What's next for iHeartMedia in podcasting and digital media. ​Spencer Bynes serves as the Metro President for iHeartMedia in Atlanta. He is a seasoned entrepreneur and business developer with over 25 years of experience. Before this, he was the Area President for iHeartMedia's Texas region. Spencer is an alumnus of Sam Houston State University. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated strong business acumen and leadership skills, contributing significantly to the growth and success of the organizations he has been part of. Connect With Spencer: iHeartMedia LinkedIn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

n this episode of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast, Dan is joined by Julia Gilbreath to discuss her dance and ACL injury journey. Julia Gilbreath is a freshman at Sam Houston State University, where she is a proud member of the nationally recognized Orange Pride Dance Team. She is currently pursuing a degree in Fashion Merchandising, combining her love for creativity and performance.Julia's passion for dance began at a young age, leading her to train and compete in Ballet, Jazz, Contemporary, Tap, and Hip-Hop. However, her journey faced an unexpected challenge when she tore her ACL right before the end of her senior year. This injury tested her resilience as she had to relearn everything she once knew after surgery. After a year of intense rehabilitation and physical therapy, Julia is now fully cleared and back to dancing—stronger than ever.She would love to give a special shoutout to Andrew Do for his unwavering support and guidance throughout her recovery over the past two years.For more on Julia be sure to follow @juliag_dancer*SEASON 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is brought to you by Isophit. For more on Isophit, please check out isophit.com and @isophit -BE SURE to use coupon code BraunPR25% to save 25% on your Isophit order!**Season 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is also brought to you by Oro Muscles. For more on Oro, please check out www.oromuscles.com***Season 6 of the Braun Performance & Rehab Podcast is also brought to you by Firefly Recovery, the official recovery provider for Braun Performance & Rehab. For more on Firefly, please check out https://www.recoveryfirefly.com/ or email jake@recoveryfirefly.comEpisode Affiliates:MoboBoard: BRAWNBODY10 saves 10% at checkout!AliRx: DBraunRx = 20% off at checkout! https://alirx.health/MedBridge: https://www.medbridgeeducation.com/brawn-body-training or Coupon Code "BRAWN" for 40% off your annual subscription!CTM Band: https://ctm.band/collections/ctm-band coupon code "BRAWN10" = 10% off!Ice shaker affiliate link: https://www.iceshaker.com?sca_ref=1520881.zOJLysQzKeMake sure you SHARE this episode with a friend who could benefit from the information we shared!Check out everything Dan is up to by clicking here: https://linktr.ee/braun_prLiked this episode? Leave a 5-star review on your favorite podcast platform

**Reupload. Originally Posted 4/17/20**In this time of social distancing, it can be hard to stay motivated, moving and positive. Join Eric as he interviews Dr. Matthew Arau on how the power of positivity and a shift to a growth mindset can help you be successful and healthy during these different times.Dr. Matthew Arau is an Assistant Professor of Music, Chair of the Music Education Department and Associate Director of Bands at the Lawrence University Conservatory of Music. He conducts the Lawrence Symphonic Band and student and faculty chamber groups, guest conducts the Lawrence Wind Ensemble, supervises student teachers, and teaches Conducting and Instrumental Methods and Rehearsal Techniques I & II.Arau has presented clinics on student leadership, rehearsal techniques, and unlocking potential at the following: The Midwest Clinic: An International Band and Orchestra Conference, the Western International Band Clinic, the American Band College of Sam Houston State University, the Conn-Selmer Institute, the Pan-Hellenic Wind Band Conference in Cyprus, the Colorado, Oregon, and Wisconsin Music Educators Association, Midwest Music Seminars, and universities and high schools around the country.  He teaches student leadership at the Metro-Capitol Leadership Academy in Sherwood, Oregon and the Colorado State University Band Leadership Academy in Ft. Collins, Colorado, and he is a Conn-Selmer Education Clinician. He conducts honor bands and honor jazz bands of all levels, is an active concert band, jazz band and marching band clinician, and has continued to be an active jazz and classical saxophonist throughout his teaching and academic career.Arau earned a DMA in Instrumental Conducting and Literature from the University of Colorado Boulder, a Master of Science in Music from the American Band College at Southern Oregon University, and a Bachelor of Music in Music Performance, Jazz Studies and Music Education and a Bachelor of Arts in Government from Lawrence University in Appleton, Wisconsin.Prior to pursuing his doctoral degree, Arau was the Director of Bands at Loveland High School in Loveland, Colorado from 2005-2012 where he established the Leadership Symposium for the development of student leaders. The Loveland H.S. Wind Symphony was featured at the Western International Band Clinic (WIBC) in Seattle and two times at the Colorado Music Educators Association Convention. The Loveland Marching Band won the Colorado 4A State Marching Band Championship and the Class AA Championship at the Bands of America Super Regional in San Antonio, Texas. Arau began his teaching career in 1997 as the Director of Bands at Walt Clark Middle School in Loveland, Colorado. The Walt Clark Honor Band was featured at the Colorado Music Educators Association Convention in 2003.Mr. Arau's professional affiliations include the College Band Directors National Association, the National Association for Music Education and the World Association of Symphonic Bands and Ensembles. He is a past Western Region Representative of the American School Band Directors Association and Instrumental Representative of the Colorado Music Educators Association. His writings on music and music education are published in Conn-Selmer Touchpoint, Bandworld Magazine, and The Saxophone Journal.(bio courtesy of https://www.lawrence.edu)Not Your Forte is a music education podcast that is geared towards helping Music Education students survive and thrive throughout their undergrad as well as prepare to enter the "real world". Not Your Forte is brought to you by Eric Tinkler, a senior in music education at Kansas State and Dr. Phillip Payne, the Undergraduate Music Education advisor at Kansas State. You can listen to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Youtube and much more!Support the show

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What if leadership were less about control and more about connection? In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Jeff Springer challenges us to rethink how we lead by focusing on building authentic relationships, cultivating a vibrant school culture, and embracing the power of play. Together, we dive into the art of repurposing roles, fostering strength-based conversations, and unlocking the true potential of every individual in a school community. Whether you're a teacher, administrator, or lifelong learner, this episode offers fresh perspectives and bold strategies to redefine what leadership can look like in education. About Dr. Jeff Springer An educator for 34 years, is the founder of the G.O.A.L. TEAM (Getting Others to Achieve Higher Levels). The G.O.A.L. TEAM was created for helping high school students and young adults to maximize their personal leadership potential. Jeff recently released his book titled dad prep and is available on Amazon. Jeff, a former Texas High School Head Football Coach and eleven-year veteran of the classroom, is also formerly the Principal at Magnolia High School (2002-2016). In 2013 Jeff was selected as the State of Texas TASSP State Principal of the year. Besides founding Spring Strategies LLC, www.playmoretoday.org providing educational executive coaching, Jeff also served part time as the Minister of Men at Wildwood UMC, is currently a University Student Teacher Supervisor at Sam Houston State, and is also the founder of Suit Up Ministries, a nonprofit men's ministries www.thedaduniversity.com. Jeff attended Abilene Christian University where he played on the 1977 National Championship Football team, received his Bachelor of Arts in Teaching from Sam Houston State University, and obtained his Masters of Sports Administration from the United States Sports Academy. In the spring of 2020, Jeff completed his Doctorate in Education with an emphasis in Transformational Leadership from Concordia University. Jeff is passionate about people and “play.” Developing others and helping them see their value and completeness is what drives Jeff in all his relationships. Jeff loves being a husband, dad and a grandfather. He is always seeking for ways to acknowledge men that strive to be the daily active devoted dads they are called to be.   Jeff, who resides in Montgomery, Texas, has been married for 43 years and has two children, and three grandchildren. Follow Dr. Jeff Springer Website: www.playmoretoday.org  Twitter (X): @cultivatingplay Instagram: @playmoretoday3 Facebook: Spring Strategies LLC Linkedin: Jeff Springer, Ed.D YouTube: @thedaduniversity...

With the invasion of Poland in 1939, Nazi Germany set the stage for conflict and strife that has repercussions to this day. Jadwiga Biskupska is an expert on Poland under Nazi occupation and she joins podcast editor Ron Granieri to discuss the intricate relationship between Poland's historical memory and its contemporary identity. Their discussion particularly focuses on the impact of World War II on Polish national identity, the complexities of remembering the war under the shadow of communism, and the nuances of historical debate in modern Poland. The conversation underscores the enduring significance of the wartime experience in shaping Poland's national consciousness and its evolving relationship with its past. For Poles, the fact that that war began on the 1st of September 1939 is something that can't really be removed from public consciousness. They, the Poles, by definition, were there. Jadwiga Biskupska is associate professor of military history at Sam Houston State University and co-director of the Second World War Research Group, North America. She received her PhD from Yale University. Her first book, Survivors: Warsaw under Nazi Occupation, was published in 2022 with Cambridge University Press and won the Heldt Prize and an honorable mention  for the Witold Pilecki International Book Award. The views expressed in this presentation are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect those of the U.S. Army War College, U.S. Army, or Department of Defense. Photo Description: Suppression of Warsaw Ghetto Uprising - Captured Jews are led by German Waffen SS soldiers to the assembly point for deportation (Umschlagplatz). The woman at the head of the column, on the left, is Yehudit Neyer (born Tolub). She is holding onto the right arm of her mother-in-law. The child is the daughter of Yehudit and her husband, Avraham Neyer, who can be seen to the girl's left. Avraham was a member of the Bund. Of the four, only Avraham survived the war. Between 19 April and 16 May 1943. Photo Credit: Unknown author (Franz Konrad confessed to taking some of the photographs, the rest was probably taken by photographers from Propaganda Kompanie nr 689.

Products Finishing recently hosted its Parts Cleaning Conference, co-located with IMTS 2024. In this episode of the podcast, PF Senior Editor Lori Beckman interviews conference co-chair, Darren Williams, professor of physical chemistry and leader of the cleaning research group at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas. The pair reflect on highlights from the 2024 conference and discuss industrial parts cleaning trends and current regulations.

Dr. Nicholas Vick is the current Dean of Applied Sciences and Technology at Tallahassee State College. A seasoned administrator dedicated to student success, Nick has demonstrated impactful leadership and achieved several milestones throughout his career. As the former Director of the Honors Program, he increased enrollment by an impressive 301%, showcasing his ability to drive institutional growth. In his current role, he has led the launch of several new AS and bachelor's degree programs, significantly enhancing the college's academic offerings. His strategic initiatives have earned him numerous accolades, including the North Carolina Tutoring and Learning Association Center of the Year, the Frank L. Christ Outstanding Learning Center recognition from the National College Learning Center Association at two different institutions, and the Association of Florida Colleges' Technology Commission Award. Additionally, he has published several articles related to community college leadership and instruction, contributing to the academic discourse in his field. Nick holds bachelor's and master's degrees in English, a master's in English Education, and a doctorate in Educational Leadership from Sam Houston State University. He is also a graduate of the American Association of Community Colleges Future Leaders Institute and the Pitt County Chamber Leadership Institute. In 2018, he completed the Global Education Leaders Program through the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and in 2020, he participated in the President's Leadership Institute at Tallahassee State College. Nick has also been instrumental in securing significant grants and developing partnerships with local industries, further demonstrating his commitment to advancing the mission of community colleges and improving student outcomes.

Send us a textMonologue:Barton Creek AC Comes ThroughWater Logged Cars Sold Across USAirplane GPS Hacking On The RiseLithium Battery FiresAI Takes On The PodcastGuest:Sheriff Gary Cutler was elected in November 2010 and has over 40 years of law enforcement experience, including roles at the Travis County and Williamson County Sheriff's Offices, and the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission. He has 11 years of management and executive experience, overseeing approximately 350 staff at the Hays County Sheriff's Office. A native Texan from Hutchins, Cutler graduated from Sam Houston State University in 1973 with a degree in Criminal Justice. His career began at the Travis County Sheriff's Office in 1974, rising to Captain. He later served in major crime divisions in Williamson County and the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission before taking office in 2010.Dripping Springs is one of the most friendly towns in Texas and Steve Mallett and Michelle Lewis meet the most interesting people, and discover the places and events that make Dripping Springs, Texas, a Hill Country oasis. Learn why every year, hundreds of people move to this small town just outside of Austin. Every episode features a local resident who's talent and past will make you want to know more about what draws so many unique people to this historical town. From ranchers to engineers, cowboys to entrepreneurs, bankers to bull riders. New episodes weekly!Support the show Sponsor: The Real Estate Pro's at The Mallett Integrity Team. Real Estate Done Right! Call them at 512-627-7018. Sponsor: The Lending Pros at Capital Farm Credit. Lending in Texas for over 100 years. Call them at 512-892-4425. Sponsor: Nomic Power Solutions your trusted partner in Austin for turnkey generator installation, service, and maintenance. Backup generators for your home. Call Cody and Dillon at 512-387-4232 Thanks for listening! Please follow us & leave a review. TELL A FRIEND! Apple PodcastsOur Website - Sign up for latest updates.mallettandmichelle@gmail.com

Dr. Fidele Sebahizi grew up in a poor African village, living and surviving an ethnically- motivated massacre in a United Nations refugee camp of Gatumba in Burundi, Africa. Fidele overcame life obstacles as an immigrant in the United States to achieve the American dream. He became the first immigrant to join and work for the Abilene Police Department in Texas as a police officer and the first member of his ethnic group, the Banyamulenge, in the United States to serve the American community in such a capacity. While working for the APD, Fidele earned multiple degrees: a B.A. in Creative Writing from Southern New Hampshire University in New Hampshire, an M.S. in Criminal Justice from Sam Houston State University in Texas, and a Ph.D. in Criminal Justice—Homeland Security from Liberty University in Virginia.@https://x.com/fidele_sebahizi #RisingFromTheAshes#FideleSebahiziInspires#OvercomingAdversity #ResilienceAndHope#FromStruggleToStrengthhttps://creatingalifefromtheashes.com/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61563566255694 https://x.com/fidele_sebahizi https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DDVMFMPR

This week, we talked to Tim Barnum about his work on people's perceptions of risk and deterrence from crime.  Timothy Barnum is currently an assistant professor of Criminology and Criminal Justice at Sam Houston State University. Prior to Sam Houston, Dr. Barnum was a Senior Researcher at Max Planck Institute for the Study of Crime, Security and Law. He received his PhD from the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice at the University of Nebraska at Omaha in 2018. His recent works explore the individual and situational factors that shape criminal decisions, perceptions, and attitudes.

50 - What's the Most Important Issue in Policing? In this conversation, Chief Steve Dye discusses the challenges and importance of supporting and improving the wellness of police officers. He emphasizes the need for strong leadership, the impact of media portrayal on recruitment and retention, and the importance of self-responsibility and compliance in interactions with law enforcement. Chief Dye also highlights the role of community support in shaping the perception and effectiveness of police departments. The conversation explores the evolution of views on mental health and wellness in law enforcement over the years. It highlights the importance of addressing mental health and seeking help, even though it was once seen as a sign of weakness. The implementation of comprehensive wellness programs, including emotional, physical, spiritual, and financial support, is discussed. The role of leadership in modeling desired behaviors and creating a supportive environment is emphasized. The conversation also touches on the importance of relationships outside of law enforcement and provides advice for chiefs on implementing wellness initiatives within their departments. KEY TAKEAWAYS Strong leadership is crucial in supporting and protecting police officers. Media portrayal of law enforcement can impact recruitment and retention. Self-responsibility and compliance are important in interactions with police officers. Community support plays a significant role in shaping the perception and effectiveness of police departments. Views on mental health and wellness in law enforcement have evolved over the years, with a shift towards recognizing the importance of addressing mental health and seeking help. Comprehensive wellness programs that encompass emotional, physical, spiritual, and financial support are crucial for the well-being of law enforcement officers. Leadership plays a vital role in creating a supportive environment and modeling desired behaviors for officers. Building relationships outside of law enforcement is important for officers' well-being and provides a fresh perspective on life. Chiefs can implement wellness initiatives by prioritizing care for their officers, forming chaplaincy programs and peer support groups, and establishing relationships with third-party counseling services. Benchmarking the impact of wellness initiatives, such as reduced workers' comp claims and increased productivity, can help make a case for investing in wellness programs.   ABOUT OUR GUEST Steve Dye currently serves as the Chief of Police for the Allen Police Department, which is a community of 111,000 residents located in Collin County, Texas. Steve recently retired as the City Manager for the City of Grand Prairie where his responsibilities included oversight of the city's operations and its 1,900 employees. Steve is a lifelong Texan who received his Bachelor of Science degree from Sam Houston State University and his Master's from Tarleton State University. He began his police career in 1984 as the Honor Graduate of Houston Police Department Class #122 and also served with the Arlington and Garland Police Departments in various assignments including Patrol, SWAT, Narcotics, Mounted Patrol, and in the Traffic Unit as a Motorcycle Officer. Steve was an Assistant Chief in Garland and Chief in Colleyville before being selected as the Chief of Police for the Grand Prairie, Texas Police Department in July of 2011. Steve is a graduate of the Police Executive Research Forum (PERF) Senior Management Institute for Police, LEMIT Command Staff Leadership Series, and the FBI's Leadership in Counterterrorism program. He previously served on the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) Community Policing and Terrorism Committees, as well as Co-Chair of the Special Olympics Texas Law Enforcement Torch Run Committee. Steve founded the UNIDOS, MotorCops for Kids, and GPPD Police Youth Boxing community programs and is a published author on community policing, leadership, and innovative crime control measures. The police departments he has led have twice been awarded the IACP Community Policing Award. Steve is committed to employee wellness and the formation of stakeholder partnerships to help improve and maintain a high quality of life in Allen. Steve has been married for 33 years and he and he and his wife have two children.   ABOUT OUR HOST Conrad Weaver is an Award-Winning Documentary Filmmaker, Podcast Host, Speaker, Producer, and Director with a passion for telling stories that matter. Conrad has been telling stories through documentary films for more than ten years and his films and work have taken him from the slums of Guatemala and orphanages in Ukraine, to the halls of Congress on Capitol Hill, and everywhere in between. Whenever Conrad takes on a film project he dives deep into the culture to get to know the story and become an expert on the subject. His films have won many prestigious awards including a Regional EMMY Award. Whether it's through his films or his podcast, Conrad's goal is to inspire others to live a life of meaning and purpose. You can often find Conrad putting miles on his bicycle or spending time with his wife, Jodi. 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Amanda Withers is the chief financial officer and senior vice president for operations at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas. In this episode, Withers joins our host Donna Schiele to talk about her journey to becoming a CBO in higher education, the importance of leadership and mentorship, and the future of the CBO role.   "I think the CBO is going to become more of an integrated leader," Withers says. As resources become more constrained, CBOs will need to be data-informed and lead conversations about cost containment while working closely with other senior leaders. "The CBO role is going to continue to grow in depth and breadth as part of the core leadership of the university."   Withers goes on to talk about the importance of showing up and being intentional in both professional and personal situations. She emphasizes that time is our greatest asset, so we must invest ourselves fully in the moments we're in, whether it's a meeting or a child's sports event.   Join us for a conversation with Withers as she shares leadership lessons learned throughout her career, the value of formal and informal mentorship, and her thoughts on how higher education and the CBO role will evolve in the coming years.   Links Check out NACUBO's other podcasts! Career Conversations NACUBO in Brief

One of the most prominent challenges organizations face when planning for the future is grappling with how unknown external factors will impact their organization. STEEP analysis allows planners to examine future Social, technical, economic, ecological, and political factors and plan for the opportunities and threats these factors will create.  In this episode, CNA's Melissa Gutierrez and Heleana Melendez, Captain Jose Gurule from the Denver Sheriff's Department, and Danielle Rubes from Sam Houston State University join the show to discuss applying this framework to corrections.  Guest Biographies Melissa Gutierrez is a Senior Research Specialist with CNA's Center for Justice Research and Innovation. She is an expert in criminal justice research with a focus on gang networks and gun violence, including gun markets. At CNA, her work includes providing training and technical assistance on violent crime reduction programs and researching technology in law enforcement. Before joining CNA, Gutierrez worked at the Center for Violence Prevention and Community Safety, where she participated in projects related to program evaluation, violent death surveillance, and unintentional overdose death surveillance. Heleana Melendez is an associate research analyst with CNA's Center for Justice Research and Innovation. JRI works throughout the justice system, providing training and technical assistance (TTA), conducting research, and supporting nationwide organizational reform in agencies and jurisdictions. Ms. Melendez supports projects at CNA focused on violence prevention, system improvement, and use of force. Danielle Rudes is a Professor of Criminal Justice & Criminology at Sam Houston State University in Texas. She is also Deputy Director of the Center for Advancing Correctional Excellence (ACE!). She is a Fellow with the Bureau of Justice Assistance, focusing on Enhancing Correctional Spaces and Cultures. Dr. Rudes is an expert qualitative researcher with over 20 years of experience working with corrections agencies. She is recognized for her work examining how social control organizations understand, negotiate, and at times, resist change.  Captain Jose Gurule started his career in 2009 with the Conejos County Sheriff's Office. Rising to the rank of Division Commander for the Detention Division. In 2015, he began his tenure with the Denver Sheriff's Department. He has been assigned to direct supervision, intake unit, the field training program, ADA Liaison, LGBTQ+ liaison, and the Peer Support Team. Currently, he is the medical/classification/receiving unit commander. Overseeing the inmate classification/housing of two facilities with a combined housing capacity of 2693 inmates Future Reading Register for the Virtual Symposium Futurescape of Justice: Improving Public Safety 

How is it that Mormonism can be considered "America's most successful, homegrown religion" and yet have undergone vast assimilation to American culture in the late 19th and 20th centuries? Dr. Benjamin Park, Associate Professor of History at Sam Houston State University, details Mormonism's evolutions and transitions from its inception to today on this episode of Scholars & Saints. Drawing on his book, American Zion: A New History of Mormonism, Dr. Park takes host Nicholas Shrum on a historical tour of Mormon history. He investigates instances of Mormon cultural assimilation, racial relations, educational practices, and the broader role that Mormonism plays in understanding American history and its undergirding religious influences. To find out more about Dr. Park and his upcoming projects, click here.

Send us a Text Message.Talk'n Throws with Micah Guthland-Currently the throws Coach at Sam Houston State University, 2021-24 Colorado Mesa University Mavericks' assistant track and field coach, 2019-21,  Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore assistant track and field coach, 2012-2019 Macalester College in St. Paul, Minnesota strength and conditioning coach, 2006   University of St. Thomas in Saint Paul track & field team.USATF Level 2: Throws USTFCCCA Strength and Conditioning Specialist,USTFCCCA Sprints Hurdles and Relays Events Specialist US Weightlifting Level 1  Sam Houston Coaching Accomplishments: -Two West Region Qualifiers in the Men's Hammer- First Team Conference USA Men's Shot Put (2nd Place)-First Team Conference USA Men's Hammer (2nd Place)-First Team Conference USA Women's Shot Put (3rd Place) CMU Coaching Accomplishments: -Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC) Men's Javelin Champion,- Second Place Men's Javelin First Team All-RMAC 2023-Second Team All-Conference Men's Javelin 2023-Second Team All-RMAC Men's Shot Put. -First Team All-RMAC Women's Discus 3rd Place and First time Female making the podium. - Second Team RMAC Conference Men's Shot Put, Men's Discus, Men's Javelin Outdoor 2022. -Second Team RMAC Conference Men's Shot Put Indoor 2022. - USTFCCCA All-South Central Region Men's Javelin Throwers 2023.- USTFCCCA All-South Central Region Men's Shot Put 2022. - School Record Holders in Men's Outdoor Discus, Javelin, Shot Put, and Indoors Men's Shot Put. -School Record Holders' in Women's Outdoor Discus and Shot Put and Indoors Women's Shot Put and Women's Weight Throw.  John's Hopkins Coaching Accomplishments: -Record Holders in the Men's and Women's Weight Throw and Women's Hammer Throw. -All-Conference Honorable Mention Women's Shot Put Indoor 2019, -Second Team All- Conference Women's Javelin 2021, -Conference Champion Women's Hammer 2021, -Second All-Conference Honorable Mention Women's Shot Put Outdoor 2021. -2021 All-American Female Javelin Thrower; -USTFCCCA All-Mideast Region Female Javelin Thrower Macalester Coaching Accomplishments: - Record Holders in the Men's and Women's Hammer, Women's Weight Throw. -Rewritten Macalester All-Time Performance list in all four throwing events- every athlete has appeared during the tenure. - Throwing events for multi-event athletes: Men's and Women's Macalester All-Time Performance list appearances. - Male Javelin Thrower to 3-time All MIAC and 2-time All-Central Region of the USTFCCCA-Women's Weight thrower All MIAC Honorable Mention and Women's Javelin thrower All-MIAC honorable Mention.Texas Track and Field AssociationInformative website for all things Texas Track and Field4Throws.comFamily owned business offering all quality implements at reasonable prices. Code Talkinthrows10Big Frog of ColleyvilleHandles all printing and embroidery. FiberSport DiscusWe are taking the guess work out of discus selection. It is not just about rim weight. NTX TimingNTX Timing a professional timing group that can handle any level of event.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

On this episode we come to you from IDRS 2024 in Flagstaff, AZ! For our interview we welcome Amanda Swain, Principal Bassoonist of the Houston Grand Opera Orchestra, Second Bassoonist of the Houston Ballet Orchestra, and Adjunct Professor of Bassoon at Sam Houston State University! This podcast is brought to you by Chemical City Double Reeds (www.chemicalcityreeds.com), ACDC Reeds(www.acdcreeds.com/), Barton Cane (www.bartoncane.com/), and RDG Woodwinds Inc. (rdgwoodwinds.com)! Thank you to our wonderful sponsors!

Send us a Text Message.How to Rebuild Trust in Your Relationship What does it take to actually rebuild trust in a relationship once it is lost? Is it possible to recapture what existed before? How much time does it take? What should we do when one partner still questions your every move? In this episode of Untherapeutic, Dr. Nic Hardy is joined by Dr. Angela Jones as they delve into the subject of trust. Trust is foundational in any successful relationship, but when that foundation is broken, it can make you question the person you are with and the future you once envisioned.  But, since no relationship is perfect, it's important that we all understand what it takes to regain trust and confidence once it's compromised.    To learn more about Dr. Nic Hardy, follow on instagram @nichardy_ or on Facebook at @nichardycounseling. If you are in Texas, and looking to schedule your first counseling appointment, you can visit nichardy.com.  About Dr. Angela Jones Dr. Jones is Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas and a Certified Sex Therapist. She graduated with a Bachelors of Arts in Psychology from Sam Houston State University, a Masters of Arts in Community Clinical Psychology from Texas Southern University, and earned her Doctor of Philosophy in Counseling from Sam Houston State University. She has a segment every Wednesday on Fox 26 Houston entitled “Angela After Dark” on the show Isiah Factor Uncensored.Dr. Angela Jones strongly believes that “you are the answer you've been searching for”. This belief has become the founding principle of her therapeutic work. She wants to serve as a teammate in the therapeutic process that guides you through the journey of self–exploration, reconnection and learning to truly live with a purpose. Dr. Jones develops a trusting relationship with each client and provides a safe environment where you can feel heard and respected.For more information, you can follow Dr. Angela Jones on Instagram @drangelajones or visit her website at drangelajonesphd.com 

In this episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of David Self, the head coach of Sam Houston State University's track and field program. From the challenges of summer ☀️ to his deep connections in the sport

Connor Hicks of Glen Allen graduated cum laude May 4 from the University of Saint Mary in Leavenworth, Kan. Hicks earned a bachelor of science degree in Exercise Science. *** Christine Roberts Gettys of Henrico graduated May 19 with a master of arts in Liberal Studies from Hollins University in Roanoke, Va. *** Teja Sai Raghava Gopidesi of Glen Allen recently graduated with a master of science degree in Information Studies at Trine University in Angola, Ind. *** Jerry Brown of Glen Allen recently graduated with a master of arts degree in Higher Education Administration from Sam Houston State University...Article LinkSupport the Show.

Matty and Kikau chat with Aaron Brown, Cassie Abate, and Tom Delbello, the co-heads of the Musical Theatre program at Texas State University. Their recommendations include Cowboy Carter, The Art and Practice of Musical Theatre, and Director/Choreographer, Tuan Malinowski. -------- Aaron currently serves as a Co-Head of Musical Theatre: Director of Student Relations, Production and New Work at Texas State University. He formerly, served as assistant professor and Co-Coordinator of Musical Theatre at Sam Houston State University from 2019-2023. Some of Aaron's past directing credits include the world premiere of ShaWanna Rivon's You're Cordially Invited to Sit-In (Stages), Houston for the Holidays (Stages), Shakespeare in Love, Airness, Detroit '67, Once on this Island, Violet, Godspell (WaterTower), Crazy for You, Hamoncé: A Devised Piece, Black Magic: A Shakespeare Adaption, The Pavilion, and Hairspray. His assistant director credits include the world premiere production of Regina Taylor's Bread (WaterTower Theatre), Ain't Misbehavin (TUTS), and the regional premiere of Dear Jack, Dear Louise (A.D. Players). Aaron Brown holds an MFA in Directing from Baylor University and a BM in Music Theatre from Oklahoma City University. Aaron is a proud supporter and promoter of diversity in the arts. He is a firm believer that Representation Matters! Aaron is grateful for the love of his amazing wife Holly and their two kids, Eliza Grace and Isaiah Carter Brown. Cassie Abate is a Co-Head of the Musical Theatre Program. Cassie originally hails from Sarasota, FL and has spent the last 15 years working as a performer, director and choreographer in New York and throughout the country. Cassie received a BFA in Musical Theatre from The University of Miami and an MFA in Musical Theatre from San Diego State University. Other training includes Ann Reinking's Broadway Theatre Project and Gil Stroming's Break the Floor in New York City. Cassie was an adjunct professor in the Musical Theatre Program at Montclair State University as well as a Graduate Student Instructor at San Diego State University where she taught dance at the undergraduate and graduate level. Tom is a Co-head of Musical Theatre: Head of Production and New Works. They hold a Masters in Directing from Texas State University. At TXST, Tom has directed Spring Awakening, Guys & Dolls, Cabaret, Hair, Speech and Debate, the New Musical workshop of Dylan Spencer's Cat Obedience School, and many other new works. In Texas he has worked as an associate director at regional theatres such as The Zach Theatre in Austin, and Theatre Under the Stars in Houston. Select acting credits include, the world premier and Toronto companies of Andrew Lloyd Webber's The Boys in the Photograph and the North American tour of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolored Dreamcoat. He has performed at regional theatres across North America and cruised the high seas as a lead vocalist with both Disney Cruise Lines and Princess Cruises.

Find somebody to watch the kids while you giggle through today's poem. Happy reading.Respected editor, publisher, writer and poet, Paul Ruffin often relied upon his experiences growing up in the South as a foundation for his stories. He was born in Millport, Alabama, and grew up outside Columbus, Mississippi. After serving in the U.S. Army, Ruffin earned both his bachelor's and master's degrees in English at Mississippi State University. He took post-graduate courses at the University of Southampton in England and graduated with his doctoral degree from the Center for Writers and the University of Southern Mississippi in 1974. He accepted a position at Sam Houston State University where he founded The Texas Review—an international literary journal—and Texas Review Press, a member of the Texas A&M University Press Consortium.Karla K. Morton, 2010 Texas Poet Laureate, said, “His work at The Texas Review Press elevated the whole of Texas Letters.” Throughout the years, Ruffin worked tirelessly to promote the press and its authors, once giving his views on university presses moving toward digital books as opposed to traditional ink-on-paper.“We're fulfilling the ancient role of the university press and that is to produce books. I don't want to give up the book because it is an art,” he said.During his extensive writing career, he published more than 1,500 poems, 100-plus stories, and more than 90 essays in magazines and journals.  His work also has appeared in numerous anthologies and textbooks. In addition, he wrote a weekly column that appeared in several newspapers in Texas and Mississippi. In 2009, he was named Texas State Poet Laureate.In a 2009 article in SHSU's Heritage Magazine, Ruffin was described as someone who “loves football, shooting, riding his tractor, maintaining his truck, and doing his own carpentry, electric, and plumbing work…not exactly the stereotypical image of a person who loves words and is a master of arranging them into beautifully crafted poems and other literary works.” -bio via Sam Houston State University Get full access to The Daily Poem Podcast at dailypoempod.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode of HFA Dr. Mark Marsolais joins us to discuss evaluating prospective SAR K9s utilizing the Brownell-Marsolais scale. Mark Marsolais is a Professor of Criminal Justice and Security at Thomas College. Sam Houston State University awarded him a Ph.D. in Criminal Justice. In addition to his doctorate, Professor Marsolais has a B.S. degree and M.A. degree in Psychology. He specializes in teaching criminal justice, policing, homeland security, conservation law, evidence, critical issues, and special topics (e.g., Police Use of Force; Search and Detection K9s). Professor Marsolais served over 20 years with the Houston Police Department as a patrol officer, criminal investigator, Internal Affairs investigator, and supervisor of patrol, defensive tactics, and special operations. In addition to his policing experience, Professor Marsolais served as a director of national and international canine detection programs for a Washington-based security firm. Since the late 1980s, he has been involved in canine search and detection as a hander, trainer, and educator. He has direct experience with deploying canines to search and locate human remains, wanted suspects, contraband, lost persons, and disaster victims. During this episode we take a deep dive into the Brownell-Marsolais scale developed by David Brownell and Mark to evaluate SAR K9s to determine their suitability for their prospective jobs. The scale measures three components of prospective SAR K-9s K9 Sociability K9 Drive and Motivation K9 Nerve Strength We use this episode to explore each component and how they are tested to determine a candidates suitability for SAR work. If you are looking for a tool to evaluate prospective SAR K-9s this is the episode for you! References mentioned during this episode: Hunt-Find-Alert Facebook: Hunt-Find-Alert:K9 SAR Community | Facebook Ground Zero Emergency K9 Training: https://www.groundzerosaveslives.com/

Dan Simons was born and raised in Southeast Texas and became the first person in his family to graduate from high school. He then graduated from Sam Houston State University at the top of his class, went on to attend Thurgood Marshall School of Law, and earned his Master's Degree in Tax Law from the University of Houston. He has handled many cases as Assistant District Attorney and as Misdeeanor Chief in Criminal Court No. 14. Dan now has his own practice, Dan Simons Law Firm, in Houston, Texas.

In our fractured age, crafting a brand that emotionally inspires trust and loyalty from both customers and employees can seem impossible for large organizations. However, Jeff Harris, Chief Marketing Officer of Sam Houston State University, believes that large brands orgs can still connect authentically in 2024 if they focus on amplifying internal purpose over imposing external perceptions. We got Jeff in the hot seat to break down his six critical insights for C-suite leaders to pilot a cultural marketing renaissance at organizations in 2024 by looking at how he brings them to life at Sam Houston State. Jeff has steadily elevated regional academic institutions' brands for over a decade by fundamentally listening and understanding audiences before building marketing strategies. He sees the marketing team's role as almost entirely supportive – bringing together disparate organizational voices into compelling, cohesive stories that serve others while advancing the collective mission.

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Step into the world of Sheriff Bo Stallman, a true local hero with a deep connection to Brazoria County. Born and raised here, Bo's journey started at Danbury High School before he proudly served in the United States Marine Corps. Returning to Texas, he dedicated almost a decade to protecting our roads as a Texas State Trooper, continually enhancing his skills with a Masters' Degree in Criminal Justice from Sam Houston State University. In 2013, Bo took a pivotal role as a Criminal Investigator with the Brazoria County District Attorney's Office. Our conversation with Sheriff Stallman covers more than just his professional journey – we touch on family, the crucial role of a sheriff, and how the region's growth impacts the lives of Brazoria County residents. Get a firsthand account of the positive changes Bo has spearheaded since taking office in 2021 and gain valuable insights into the dynamics of law enforcement and community service in our area. Follow Jon & Mike below: Jon and Mike on Instagram @curiositywithjonandmike Follow Jon and Mike on Facebook @curiositywithjonandmike Subscribe to Jon and Mike's YouTube channel for more content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbXt...

Welcome back to the third season of Drafting the Past! I'm thrilled about the lineup of historians that I'll get to bring to you this year. I know you're going to love them. That includes today's guest, Dr. Benjamin Park. Ben is an associate professor of history at Sam Houston State University, and the author of three books. His first two were American Nationalisms: Imagining Union in the Age of Revolutions, and Kingdom of Nauvoo: The Rise and Fall of a Religious Empire on the American Frontier. His newest book, which came out just this month, is called American Zion: A New History of Mormonism. I was excited to have the chance to talk with Ben about how he tackled a book with such an impressive scope, how he stays disciplined about what to leave in and what two cut, and two pieces of really excellent, practical writing advice from his editors. You'll have to listen until the end for those.

* Description provided by the Dolan Consulting Website, https://www.dolanconsultinggroup.com/instructor/kevin-gilmartin/DR. KEVIN GILMARTINAttorneyDr. Gilmartin is a behavioral scientist specializing in law enforcement related issues. He is a principal and co-founder of Gilmartin, Harris, and Associates, a behavioral sciences/management consulting company specializing in law enforcement/public safety consultation.Dr. Gilmartin previously spent twenty years working in law enforcement in Tucson, Arizona. During his tenure he supervised the Hostage Negotiations Team and the Behavioral Sciences Unit. He is a former recipient of the International Association of Chiefs of Police-Parade Magazine, National Police Officer Citation Award for contributions during hostage negotiations. He presently maintains a consulting relationship with public safety and law enforcement agencies nationally in the U.S. and in Canada. He is guest instructor at the FBI Academy's Law Enforcement Executive Development Institute (LEEDS and EDI). He is an adjunct instructor at Cornell University's New York State School of Industrial and Labor Relations, the University of Massachusetts Police Leadership Institute, Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Glynco, Georgia, and Sam Houston State University's Law Enforcement Management Institute of Texas. He is retained as a consultant to several Federal agency national critical incident response teams. He is a charter member of the IACP-Psychological Services Section and former vice-president of the Society of Police and Criminal Psychology. The Department of Justice, FBI, and International Association of Chiefs of Police have published his work. He holds a doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Arizona and is a licensed psychologist in the State of Arizona. He is a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps and resides in Tucson, Arizona and Salem, Oregon.

Welcome to the Director Download, powered by Campus Rec Magazine. It's time to go behind the curtain of the director role and have honest discussions with leaders in the campus recreation industry. In this episode, host Grady Sheffield, the director of Campus Recreation at Towson University and the senior advisor to Campus Rec Magazine, gives you the listener real and authentic conversation between himself and special guest Steve Thompson, the director of Campus Recreation at the University of Montana. Thompson is an outdoors guy at heart. With a plethora of experience guiding trips and outdoor jobs, he eventually found himself in Texas, pursuing a career in campus recreation at Sam Houston State University. He gained experience, took trips around the world and realized the outdoor gig just didn't fit with having a two-year-old at home. Transitioning from outdoors programming to an associate director role proved challenging. As such, he looked for other opportunities and ended up at the University of Montana. Having been there since, he shares what Montana has to offer, how his previous experiences outside of campus rec have made him a better leader and what he loves most about his job. Plus, he gives advice to other directors in the field. Enjoy the conversation between Sheffield and Thompson.

On Thursday's show: We discuss Mayor Sylvester Turner's last city council meeting, the accomplishments he touted during it, and what challenges are first up for Mayor-elect John Whitmire and the next Houston City Council. Also this hour: We talk with members of the youth-led nonprofit Students Engaged in Advancing Texas that alleges Katy ISD's gender fluidity policy is discriminatory. Also: This month's edition of The Bigger Picture explores some serious issues raised…by a new Godzilla film. And we learn how a math professor at Sam Houston State University's work with artificial intelligence helped restore the music of a lost opera and what that had to do with the 700th anniversary of Lithuania's capital city.

My friend and former elementary school teacher, Kirsten Tulsian, found herself sitting on the floor of her classroom one night with her head in her hands and breaking down in tears. Feeling overwhelmed, overworked and underappreciated, she realized that she just couldn't keep going on this way. Although heartbroken about what that might mean for the kids she taught and loved, Kirsten knew if something didn't change, she wouldn't be able to continue to be the kind of teacher her students needed and deserved.Kirsten went on to write a children's book, “Sprinkle Your Sparkles” and also combined two of her passions to create Kirsten's Kaboodle - an online shop chock full of fun and effective resources for elementary educators. Today on The Karen Kenney Show, we're talking with this former educator and counselor who's always been a fierce advocate for little kids. From this passion came her newest venture, Inner Child ID Cards (aka: Self-Love Licenses) - where she advocates for the “inner child” in all of us.These cards are a fun way for adolescents and adults to honor, care for and support that “little kid” that still lives inside each of us.Plus they make fantastic personalized gifts, too!

 Former Texas House Representative Glen Maxey was born near a refinery in Baytown, Texas, in 1952. His first job was working in a traveling rodeo and his first serious foray into politics was as a student at Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, where he led the charge to allow alcohol to be sold in that formerly dry county. Although he was already a known quantity in the Texas Democratic Party by his early 20s, it wasn't till he was almost 30 and left teaching 5th grade in rural Texas that he got his first job working at the Capitol. In 1981 after getting Kent Caperton elected to the State House, Glen was asked to join Representative Caperton's staff and immediately began cultivating a relationship with the most powerful senator in the state, Oscar Mauzy. The following year, Glen lost his own race for an open House seat in Bryan-College Station. He quit teaching and permanently relocated to Austin to join the staff of Sen. Mauzy. Glen lived an extremely closeted life as a gay man. But that ended in 1985, when, using the bull horn of Sen. Mauzy's office, he stood up against Texas's draconian response to the HIV crisis, and overnight became a very public gay rights activist and the first executive director of the Lesbian Gay Rights Lobby (LGRL). No one thought he had a real chance to win an election in Texas in the early 90s; his good friend Governor Ann Richards said, “Don't do it. Even if you win, they'll never let you do what's important.” Glen Maxey proved them all wrong becoming the first out gay man elected to the Texas State House in 1991 and over the next 12 years passing more impactful legislation than any legislator in Texas history. 

In today's episode, Corinne sits down with Cody Spence is the Owner of All Star Catering Company where he oversees sales, consultations and directs over 1,000 events each year. He has worked for All Star Catering Co. since 2005, helping the company to achieve the “Bride's” and “Couples Choice” for “Best of Weddings” for The Knot Magazine and WeddingWire.com in 2012-2023. In addition, Cody has taken part in catering many chamber events, and events for our community raising money for many of the incredible organizations in the Conroe/Lake Conroe area. Cody received his Bachelor's Degree in Business from Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas in 2013. He also graduated from Leadership Montgomery County in 2017, the best class ever. Cody is married to Kandace and together they have two children and live, work and play in the Conroe area. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/efta/message

Mickal Lewis, MPH, CHW is a Regional Community Engagement Specialist VII at Texas Department of State Health Services. She's a multifaceted population health professional with 8+ years of experience in maternal & child health, public and community health, and emergency management. She got her Bachelors in Public Health at Sam Houston State University. She then got her Master of Public Health at the American Public University System. She is currently a Regional Community Engagement Specialist VII at Texas Department of State Health Services and works as an Independent Consultant.Join Our Email BlastShownotesConnect with guestFollow on on InstagramConnect with OmariChapters:@0:00 Episode Teaser@00:42 Mickal Lewis, MPH, CHW Introduction@2:47 Identify and Personal Background@3:34 Key strategies for effectively engaging with underserved communities@5:26 Personal Brand Building on LinkedIn@9:38 What is public health?@11:31 Bachelors of Public Health at Sam Houston State University@13:59 Experiences during Undergraduate@15:57 Army National Guard to pay for school@18:18 Intern at United Way of the Brazos Valley@20:42 Undergrad Takeaways@22:11 Master of Public Health at The American Public University System@23:34 Mentorship Advice@27:14 Experiences at United Way of Brazos Valley@29:10 Advice asking for professional development at job@31:25 Master of Public Health Takeaways@32:40 Population Health Coordinator at BVCAA dba HealthPoint@36:02 Community Engagement Navigator at The Rose@42:20 Senior Program Manager (contract) at Partnership for Southern Equity + The BLK+Cross@48:55 Public Affairs Manager at harris county toll road authority@51:14 Director of Community Health & Safety East Harris County Empowerment Council@53:25 Importance of Job Hopping@57:00 Regional Community Engagement Specialist VII at Texas Department of State Health Service@58:52 Independent Consulting@1:01:00 Connect with Me + Future Predictions@1:02:00 Thoughts on Doctorate@1:03:30 The Furious Five@1:06:25 Check Out and Support UsSupport the showThanks for tuning in. Let's all work together towards a culture of health, wellbeing, and equity for all. ⭐⭐ SUBSCRIBE & Leave a 5-STAR REVIEW! ⭐⭐ Follow & Support:- Contribute to the show (one-time or monthly)- The Public Health Millennial on IG - The Public Health Millennial on LinkedIn - The Public Health Millennial Website- Omari Richins, MPH on LinkedIn- Support on The Public Health Store

PSO no.218 is a 6-minute preview taken from me and Paul's preparation for our hour-long performance at the James Turrell Skyspace on the UT campus on Sunday, October 15th beginning around 6. The event is fully booked, but there is a standby policy that you can read about on the Landmarks James Turrell web page. Artist and PSO collaborator Mark Menjivar will join Paul and me and play processed field recordings sourced from the Texas Bird Sound Library, a treasure trove of recordings he discovered during his time as a visiting artist at Sam Houston State University. Included on the pod are randomly picked tunes from the PSO archive. Highlights include field recordings from the coast of Maine, in Bastrop State Park, and sounds from the porch from as far back as 2018. The pod ends with two pieces that feature collaborations with Gavin Watts of The Answers and the Reformers and John Hunt, a staple of the Austin music scene since his days in Silver Scooter, Fivehead, The Decade Show, and now plays in the band, the Bantom Woods. LinksPSO websitehttps://porchswingorchestra.org/Bandcamp https://porchswingorchestra.org/ BandcampNewsletter on Substack (FREE!) https://porchswingorchestra.substack.com/Track ListingAll recordings were made in Austin, Texas unless otherwise noted.(03:26) no.218 | Practice Makes Practice(09:11) no.83 | no.154 | Lost Pines, Bastrop State Park, September 30, 2021, Bastrop, Texas(012:30) no.114 | Pool Patch, October 7, 2020, Austin, Texas(15:32) no.24 | Bailey Island Revisited, August 26, 2018. Bailey Island, Maine(17:38) no.198 | Gavin Watts and the Celestial Railroad, February 1, 2023, Austin, Texas(21:42) no.136 |High Strung Mellow Hang feat. John Hunt, April 6, 2021, Austin, Texas Get full access to Porch Swing Orchestra at porchswingorchestra.substack.com/subscribe

 Welcome to Game Changers with Jeff Newkirk, where we speak with people who have done something to make this world a better place. It's simple: inspire, educate, and let's change this world!  On today's episode, Jeff welcomes guest Rebecca Smith Nash to discuss a troubling and sensitive subject: foster care. In the U.S. alone, there are 700,000 children in foster care. 80% of the children in foster care in Texas have some mental health need. Similarly, 80% of prison inmates grew up in foster care.  Rebecca has a wealth of experience as a counselor who also runs two organizations. She earned her Bachelor's degree at Southwest Texas University and her Master's at Sam Houston State University. While working on her PhD, she began her private practice and was working at Houston's Harris County Jail, the third largest county jail in America. She began working with kids in foster care as the foundation of her practice and fell into the unique niche of families involved in custody modification. Rebecca explains that custody modification occurs when children refuse to go to a specific parent's home. In her work, Rebecca has found that sorting out the parent's issues often solves the children's problems immediately. This goes to show that children are the products of their environment. Don't miss Rebecca's anecdote demonstrating the importance of parental emotional behavior on their children.  Then, Rebecca shares what drew her to her work in the foster care system. Since launching in 2021, her organization, Love Heals Youth, has exploded with support. Although COVID prevented the non-profit from talking off sooner, she shares the bright side of that frustrating time. It inspired Rebecca to digitize all her client files, which means she can serve her clients from anywhere and ensure that no one is left behind. Because many of her clients are young children in the foster care system who move around frequently, this newly digitized service allows for continuity in services no matter where they live. Their services are also 100% free. 60% of  Love Heals Youth's clientele are foster youth, and 40% are homeless. Although this topic can be weighty and sad, Rebecca does not miss the opportunity to share some of her most significant success stories. She sheds light on how helpful prayer has been for her personally and professionally to sort through emotions and encourage an internal dialogue. Before wrapping up, she shares some exciting upcoming events for Love Heals Youth. Finally, she reads her moving poem Love Heals Youth. Learn more about Love Heals Youth and get involved!  Learn more about Jeff Newkirk. Do you have any game-changers in your life? Be sure to let me know so we can celebrate their story and contribution to our world. Go to https://gamechangerswithjeff.com to enter your name to be on the podcast

Join us for an inspiring conversation with indie artist, filmmaker, and actor, Bertrand Best. Born and raised in "The SWAT" in Houston, Texas, Bertrand's journey is a captivating blend of cinema and personal growth.Discover how he transformed his passion for filmmaking into a serious endeavor during his time at Sam Houston State University. Bertrand co-founded a black film society, facing challenges that tested his leadership and communication skills.Explore Bertrand's journey of self-improvement, driven by the need for better collaboration and communication within his team. Learn from a specific instance where a lack of effective interpersonal communication prompted introspection and positive change.Listen as Bertrand shares the strategies and resources that enhanced his interpersonal communication skills and contributed to the success of BARB Productions.Tiktok: @bertrandbest_YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pYn7qwHz3pg

In episode 82, we chat with Dr. Gabe Bermea, lecturer at Sam Houston State University and visiting scholar with the Rutgers Center for Minority Serving Institutions about the rise of artificial intelligence powered technologies and its connections to higher education, specifically academic advising. Can AI help advisors have more transformational conversations with students? What skills do advisors need working with AI?The Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook handle for the podcast is @AdvisingPodcastCheck out and bookmark the Adventures in Advising website!Also, subscribe to our Adventures in Advising YouTube Channel!You can find Matt on Linkedin.

Continuing our segments hosting some of the best Women's Soccer "influencers" we know, 3 Old Goalies welcomes in Sarah Lowdon:. Originally from Newcastle, England, Lowdon started her playing career at Newcastle United Women's FC (2002-2008). She continued her playing career and studies at Gateshead College (2006-2008) where she was inducted into the Hall of Fame. Lowdon began her collegiate career in the United States at Mississippi State University in 2008 then transferred to McNeese State University to play for the Cowgirls from 2009-2011. She graduated from McNeese St. with her Bachelor's Degree in Health and Physical Education. She went on to complete her Master's Degree in Exercise Physiology and Health Promotion as a double concentration in 2014 while also beginning her coaching career as a two-year Volunteer Coach for the Cowgirls. Lowdon also represented to San Francisco Nighthawks in the WSPL. Following graduation, Lowdon began a year-long stint as an assistant women's soccer coach at Wayland Baptist University. During this time, she was also an adjunct instructor in the Health and Human Performance Department and earned her NSCA CSCS (Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist) in 2014. For the next two and half years, Lowdon served as an Assistant Coach for the Houston Dash in the NWSL. During this time, she also served as an assistant women's soccer coach at Sam Houston State University. Lowdon was also an adjunct instructor in the Kinesiology Department. Lowdon joined the University of Florida Women's Soccer program in June of 2017 as an equipment manager. While at UF, Lowdon earned a second Master's Degree in Sports Management with a specialization in Athlete Development. She also served as an Adjunct Instructor and Teaching Assistant for three years in the Sport Management Department at the University of Florida. Lowdon has also earned her US Soccer Federation (USSF) National A-Senior Coaching License, United Soccer Coaches Premier Diploma and became PAADS (Professional Athlete Development Specialist) certified in December 2019. From Newcastle to across the USA, to assistant Coach for the NWSL's Houston Dash, Sarah Lowdon has seen and done it all--and she shares her stories and viewpoints with us. Join us, won't you? (Thanks Penn State Sports Info Dept) Recorded 8.8.23

He is the Associate Head Coach and Defensive Coordinator for Sam Houston State University football. Prior to his current role he had spent four seasons at Coastal Carolina serving as defensive coordinator. Before that he spent two seasons at Bucknell as defensive coordinator after having spent the previous six years at Cornell where he served two stints at defensive coordinator, spanning four seasons. He got his start at the Division I level as a graduate assistant at Nebraska, which led to opportunities with New Mexico State, where he spent two stints, mixed in with one year at Villanova and two at Buffalo.

As stakes rise and tensions mount between the United States and China, the future of Taiwan hangs in the balance. With a pivotal presidential election on the horizon, what are the implications for Taiwanese policy, its alignment with the US, and the risk of war with China? Sam Houston State University's Dennis Weng and New Bloom Magazine's Brian Hioe join Deep Dish to offer a glimpse into the uncertain future of the region. Tune into last week's episode for part one of this conversation where Deep Dish focuses on the different positions in the US debate over policy toward Taiwan.

An educator for 34 years, is the founder of the G.O.A.L. TEAM (Getting Others to Achieve Higher Levels). The G.O.A.L. TEAM, was created for helping high school students and young adults to maximize their personal leadership potential. Jeff, a former Texas High School Head Football Coach and eleven-year veteran of the classroom, is also formerly the Principal at Magnolia High School (2002-2016). In 2013 Jeff was selected as the State of Texas TASSP State Principal of the year. Besides founding Spring Strategies LLC, that provides educational executive coaching, Jeff also serves part time as the Minister of Men at Wildwood UMC, is a University Student Teacher Supervisor, and is also the founder of Suit Up Ministries, a nonprofit men's ministry. Jeff attended Abilene Christian University where he played on the 1977 National Championship Football team, received his Bachelor of Arts in Teaching from Sam Houston State University and obtained his Masters of Sports Administration from the United States Sports Academy. In the spring of 2020, Jeff completed his Doctorate in Education with an emphasis in Transformational Leadership from Concordia University. Jeff is passionate about people and “play.” Developing others and helping them see their value and completeness is what drives Jeff in all his relationships. Jeff loves being a husband, dad and a grandfather. He is always seeking for ways to acknowledge men that strive to be the daily active devoted dads they are called to be. Jeff who resides in Montgomery, Texas, has been married for 42 years and has two children, and three grandchildren. Website: www.suitupministries.org ALSO CHECK OUT!!! Website www.chazjacksonspeaks.org 

Today's guest on The CMO Podcast is Anton Vincent, the President of Mars Wrigley North America. Anton oversees brands including M&Ms (Jim's favorite!), Skittles, Twix, Mars, 3 Musketeers, Snickers, Orbit and many more.At about 100 years old, Mars is one of the largest private companies in the world with sales of about $40 billion. Of course, Mars markets confection brands, but it also touts a variety of products and services for people and their pets.Anton has worked at Mars since 2019, after spending the majority of his career – 20 years – at General Mills. Anton is a native of Jackson Mississippi; he earned a Bachelors in Finance at Sam Houston State University and an MBA in Marketing from the Kelley School at Indiana University. On top of his responsibilities at Mars Wrigley, Anton serves as a board director for International Paper. On this episode, Anton and Jim talk about the responsibility of big brands to drive & support culture. Anton describes his instrumental role in BECA (the Black Executive CMO Alliance), how he keeps the Mars Wrigley brand exciting and motivating from the inside out, and how his time at General Mills prepared him for his current role.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.