Podcasts about student organizations

Our next guest is Jonathan Salmen, a brother of Sigma Phi Epsilon from the University of Louisville who also served as Regional Director for his National Fraternity where he oversaw chapter operations for 17 chapters. He's worked for Dell Technologies and is now at Northwestern Mutual, but he also does coaching to improve life and career outcomes for young men. On episode 646 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why he chose the University of Louisville, why he decided to join Sigma Phi Epsilon, how his personal experiences shaped a mission of more health, wealth, and happiness, what are the leadership lessons he learned as Regional Director for Sigma Phi Epsilon, how college students can balance academics, leadership, and social life, how to reduce stress for busy chapter leaders, how negative thought patterns limit student success, what conversations about money should students be having before graduation, why community service so important for personal growth, and how to get accountability in student organizations. Enjoy!

Networking isn't just for job seekers - it starts right where you are. In today's episode, Rebecca Harrington shares information on how to start networking on campus. Information discussed includes practical ways students can build connections through career fairs, student organizations, professors, alumni, and guest speakers, along with tips for starting early, showing curiosity, and following up effectively. But first, Pierre Michiels starts the episode by exploring the NACE competency of career and self-development, emphasizing curiosity, continuous learning, and seeking development opportunities as foundations for meaningful networking. After listening to this episode, we hope you have a better understanding of how to approach networking in a low‑pressure, relationship‑focused way that supports your long‑term career growth. Full episode transcript can be found on the episode page. Below is a general timestamp summary.  00:00–01:30 — Introduction & Episode Overview The hosts introduce the Career Ready Podcast and outline the day's focus on networking on campus, setting the stage for understanding career readiness and essential skills. 01:30–03:30 — NACE Career & Self‑Development Competency Pierre explains the NACE competency of career and self‑development, emphasizing curiosity, continuous learning, seeking feedback, and using relationships to grow professionally. 03:30–08:00 — Why Networking Matters The discussion highlights networking as a relationship‑building process rather than a job hunt. Rebecca explains how early, low‑pressure networking helps students access opportunities and learn from others. 08:00–12:30 — Networking Through Student Organizations The hosts explore how clubs, leadership roles, guest speakers, and staying after events create natural connections that often lead to internships and mentorships. 12:30–17:00 — Building Relationships with Professors Rebecca and Pierre describe professors as powerful networking allies, encouraging students to attend office hours, ask about career paths, and build genuine professional relationships. 17:00–21:30 — Leveraging Alumni Networks They discuss how alumni can offer advice, informational interviews, and industry insights, and how personalized outreach increases the likelihood of meaningful connections. 21:30–25:00 — Campus Events & Guest Speakers The episode wraps by emphasizing guest lectures and workshops as low‑pressure networking moments, with tips on asking questions, introducing yourself, and following up. Listeners in the College of DuPage community can visit our website. All other listeners are encouraged to view the resources of their local community college, WIOA training programs, or other local support centers. Send us YOUR Listener Questions at careerpodcast@cod.edu Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn @codcareercenter

Certified Wedding Planner, Industry Advancement Director, and Director of Student Organizations, Ashley Babbit, joins CWP Society's Senior Educator, Krisy Thomas for this episode. What if the right credential didn't just polish your bio—but changed how you see your future? We sit down with Ashley to unpack how structured training, community, and ongoing education turn hesitant beginners into confident pros. From moving to a new market with zero contacts to landing roles that play to her strengths, Ashley shows how certification can be the spark that opens doors you didn't know to knock on.We walk through the real shifts that happen after formal training: questions move from "what are the hours?" to "how do I lead timelines, vendors, and client expectations with grace?" We talk about the power of weekly workshops to keep skills sharp as trends, tech, and client behavior evolve. And we address a common myth head‑on—success doesn't have to mean starting a company. If you love planning but not payroll, the associate track builds excellence on a team; if you want to lead a brand, the executive track gives you the business foundation to scale with integrity.You'll hear how certification changes hiring conversations, shortens training, and signals professionalism to owners who protect their reputations fiercely. We share the markers that make a resume stand out, the habits that build trust with venues and vendors, and the community culture that rejects gatekeeping in favor of genuine support. Whether you're just starting, mid‑career, or ten years in, there's always more to learn—and the right peer network makes the journey lighter and faster.Ready to step into a career that fits your strengths and goals? Subscribe, share with a planner friend, and leave a review telling us which path—associate or executive—you're exploring next.https://www.cwpsociety.com/www.cwpsociety.com | info@cwpsociety.com | IG: @cwpsociety | FB: @cwpsociety

Send us a textCaleb stepped into leadership in a big way this year. As Georgia's Beta Senior Leadership Representative, he found himself doing a lot more than wearing a title. He was introducing speakers, judging competitions, helping run events, and speaking in front of large crowds at the state and national level.In this episode, Caleb shares what that experience was really like, from interviewing for the role at the Beta Summit on Jekyll Island to standing on stage giving farewell remarks. He talks honestly about being nervous, learning to stay calm, and growing more confident as the responsibility grew.We also talk about what leadership actually means to him, why service matters more than recognition, and how being a GCA student made it possible to take on this opportunity without missing school.It's a grounded look at leadership, growth, and what happens when you're willing to step up and serve.Stay hootworthy.Hootworthy: The Podcast That Gives a HootWe spotlight the students and faculty of GCA and the stories that deserve to be heard. Watch full episodes on YouTube or learn more at georgiacyber.org/hootworthy. Follow, subscribe, and share. Every story deserves a spotlight.

 LEXINGTON, Ky. (September 18, 2025) – For more than a century, beginning in 1915, the University of Kentucky has marked Homecoming Week as a celebration of tradition, spirit and community. The week brings together students, alumni, families and friends to honor what it means to be a Wildcat. Homecoming 2025, held October 12–19, once again features the collaboration of the UK Alumni Association, Student Organizations and Activities, Black Student Union, National Pan-Hellenic Council, Student Activities Board, the Office for Student Success and other campus partners. This year, the Alumni Association will also welcome the Golden Wildcats from the Class of 1975 for a series of reunion activities, including their formal induction into the Golden Wildcat Society. A full schedule of events and registration details can be found on the UK Alumni Association's website. From the National Pan-Hellenic Council Step Show to the Lyman T. Johnson Awards Luncheon, Big Blue Day at Keeneland, the Alumni Commons Block Party, and the Homecoming Tailgate at the Tobacco Research and Development Center, the week offers opportunities for alumni of all ages to reconnect. The celebration culminates in the Homecoming football game against Texas on Saturday, Oct. 18. On this episode of Behind the Blue, UK Alumni Association Executive Director Jill Smith and incoming Alumni Association President Tom Mathews reflect on the importance of alumni engagement and the worldwide reach of the Wildcat community. Mathews, a 1993 chemistry graduate and Louisville native, shares his UK journey and career path, while Smith highlights the role of the Alumni Association in keeping alumni connected, supporting signature programs like the Hall of Distinguished Alumni and the Great Teacher Awards, and preparing for the future of a growing alumni base. “Behind the Blue” is available via a variety of podcast providers, including iTunes and Spotify. Become a subscriber to receive new episodes of “Behind the Blue” each week. UK's latest medical breakthroughs, research, artists and writers will be featured, along with the most important news impacting the university. “Behind the Blue” is a joint production of the University of Kentucky and UK HealthCare. Transcripts for most episodes are now embedded in the audio file and can be accessed in many podcast apps during playback. Transcripts for older episodes remain available on the show's blog page.  To discover how the University of Kentucky is advancing our Commonwealth, click here.

On this special summer episode, we dive into the real and raw emotions of college life as students share their anxieties about coming to campus. From the pressures to succeed, to the fears of not fitting in, hear honest, funny, and totally relatable tales about how students pushed through their fear to grow into the version of themselves they are today.

In our second hour, we were joined by Frank Schwab from Yahoo Sports. He and Huge talked about Aaron Rodgers going to Pittsburgh, talked about what they think Aaron can bring to that squad, talked about this probably being Aaron's last shot, and more. We were then joined by John Maakaron from Sports Illustrated and the Detroit Sports Podcast. He gave his thought's on Frank Ragnow retiring this week, updated us on Amon-Ra St. Brown having knee surgery in the off-season, talked about some other players that are recovering from injury, and more. We were then joined by Jim Comparoni from SparanMag.com so he could talk about his first impressions on J Batt. He gave his thought's on what's going to be tough for J, what he'll excel at, and much more. We wrapped up the hour with a "Moving Ferris Forward" interview as Huge spoke with Josh Olszewski who is the Student Organizations and Greek Life Coordinator. He talked with us about Ferris State using Grants to help students with access to fresh produce from the Downtown Big Rapids Farmer's Market so they can have healthier meals. They also aim to help students struggling being hungry, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During our "Moving Ferris Forward" interview, Huge spoke with Josh Olszewski who is the Student Organizations and Greek Life Coordinator. He talked with us about Ferris State using Grants to help students with access to fresh produce from the Downtown Big Rapids Farmer's Market so they can have healthier meals. They also aim to help students struggling being hungry, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show, we're talking about Michigan and Michigan State Athletics, the Detroit Tigers, Detroit Lions and the NFL, and more as we were joined by some of our great guests. We kicked off the show talking about Michigan meeting with the Committee on Infractions as Chris Balas from theWolverine.com joined us. Chris updated us on everything he knows about the hearing this weekend, talked about the self-imposed 2 game suspension and the effect on this hearing, told us if he thinks there's more to come, and much more. We were then joined by Andy Dirks, who is part of the Detroit Tigers Broadcast team. He and Huge previewed this weekend's series against the Cubs, talked about the resiliency of this team, talked about what this team needs to do to keep it going, and more. We were then joined by Daniella Bruce, who is also part of the Tigers Broadcast team. They discussed a few moves that the Tigers have made, talked about what makes this team so effective, gave their thought's on the turnaround of Javy and Tork, and more. In our second hour, we were joined by Frank Schwab from Yahoo Sports. He and Huge talked about Aaron Rodgers going to Pittsburgh, talked about what they think Aaron can bring to that squad, talked about this probably being Aaron's last shot, and more. We were then joined by John Maakaron from Sports Illustrated and the Detroit Sports Podcast. He gave his thought's on Frank Ragnow retiring this week, updated us on Amon-Ra St. Brown having knee surgery in the off-season, talked about some other players that are recovering from injury, and more. We were then joined by Jim Comparoni from SparanMag.com so he could talk about his first impressions on J Batt. He gave his thought's on what's going to be tough for J, what he'll excel at, and much more. We wrapped up the hour with a "Moving Ferris Forward" interview as Huge spoke with Josh Olszewski who is the Student Organizations and Greek Life Coordinator. He talked with us about Ferris State using Grants to help students with access to fresh produce from the Downtown Big Rapids Farmer's Market so they can have healthier meals. They also aim to help students struggling being hungry, and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, the Ski Moms sit down with Ensi Armacost and Haley Hessinger, founders of the University of Utah's Strand Collective. This innovative ski and ride club was created to increase the presence of female skiers and riders on campus and has quickly grown to over 300 members.Located just 30 minutes from world-class resorts, the University of Utah provides the perfect backdrop for this thriving community. The Strand Collective offers members clinics, wax nights, ski movie screenings, and organized trips, while taking advantage of student perks like free UTA bus transportation and discounted season passes.What makes the Strand Collective special is their commitment to inclusivity, particularly for beginners. Their buddy system pairs experienced skiers with newcomers, creating a supportive environment for women to progress in the sport. Through social media and campus outreach, they're building an engaging community that celebrates women in snow sports.Ensi and Haley share insights about campus life, Salt Lake City's unique ski culture, and their vision for the club's future. Their message is clear and inspiring: "Don't be afraid to try... just take up space."Keep up with the latest from The Strand Collective:Instagram: @strandcollectiveutahStarting this March, you can lock in the lowest prices of the season and score big on Ikon Pass renewals and new sales. The Ikon Pass gives you access to 60+ resorts worldwide. Don't miss out on this incredible value — head to ikonpass.com Start planning your trip here visitulstercountyny.comThe Ski Moms are so excited to be partnering with Ulster County this year. Located in New York State, Ulster County is tucked into the Hudson Valley and offers families a chance to get out in nature all year long. Ready for your next adventure? Download the Vrbo app or check out Vrbo.com for trusted, family-friendly getaways and plan a stay everyone will love! Support the showKeep up with the Latest from the Ski Moms!Website: www.theskimoms.coSki Moms Discount Page: https://www.theskimoms.co/discountsSki Moms Ski Rental HomesJoin the 13,000+ Ski Moms Facebook GroupInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theskimoms/ Send us an email and let us know what guests and topics you'd like to hear next! Sarah@skimomsfun.comNicole@skimomsfun.com

In the episode In The Club powered by Club Colors, we continue the conversation with Mike Wilkinson, the Assistant Vice President of Student Affairs at the University of South Alabama. Mike shares his journey of adapting to a new campus environment and the importance of being genuine and authentic in both personal and professional life. He emphasized the need for higher education institutions, especially within student affairs, to effectively tell their stories and connect with students through digital media and social platforms. The conversation delves into creating impactful student experiences, highlighting efforts like the return of the homecoming concert and the development of a new Student Involvement Department. The discussion also touches on the significance of mental health awareness, the importance of team leadership, and building strong collaborative relationships across campus. Furthermore, insights about leveraging branding for community building and future goals of personal growth, including aspirations of becoming an NCAA basketball referee, are shared.KEY TAKEAWAYSCommunity and Leadership: Emphasizing the importance of genuine leadership and fostering community within student affairs.Mental Health: Highlighting the critical role of mental health support and breaking the stigma associated with it.Social Media Presence: Encouraging student affairs professionals to utilize social media to tell their stories and engage with students.Event Management: Discussing the significance of student engagement through events like homecoming concerts and pre-game tailgate concerts.Collaboration: Stressing the power of partnerships and collaboration within the university, especially between student affairs and athletics.QUOTES"Tell your story, the good, the bad, the ugly, how you got to where you're at is a key part of it.""We don't tell our story, especially in student affairs… you don't find them. They're a ghost.""We have to have courage. We have to have bravery, um, in these walks that we walk.""Being genuine is key. That's key. I take a lot of pride in being genuine and being authentic.""Hire good people, give them the resources that they need to do their job, and then get the heck out of their way."Connect and learn more about Mike Wilkinson.https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelwilkinson7/If you enjoyed this episode of In the Club Podcast with Club Colors, please leave us a review on your favorite podcasting platform!Club Colors: https://www.clubcolors.com/

In the episode In The Club powered by Club Colors, we are joined by Mike Wilkinson, the Assistant Vice President of Student Affairs at the University of South Alabama. Mike shares his unconventional path into higher education, starting from his freshman year at the Air Force Academy and his early aspirations of a career in sports. He discusses the pivotal moments that shifted his focus towards student affairs, including personal challenges such as his mother's health struggles and his transformative experience with the Houston Rockets. Mike emphasizes the importance of core values like family, trust, empathy, and creating happiness, and how these values guide his approach to supporting students. The conversation also explores the role of student affairs in enhancing the student experience and the critical skills gained outside the classroom. Mike shares insights on overcoming imposter syndrome, balancing career and personal life, and the significance of storytelling and visibility in higher education.KEY TAKEAWAYSCareer Journey: Mike Wilkinson's transition from aspiring sports professional to a leader in higher education demonstrates adaptability and resilience.Personal Adversity: Personal experiences, such as his mother's illness and recovery, significantly influenced his career in student affairs.Student Affairs: Emphasizes the importance of holistic education that includes both academic and extracurricular activities, instilling critical life skills in students.Leadership: Attributes like empathy, trust, and the ability to handle imposter syndrome are vital for effective leadership in student affairs.Community Engagement: Strong student leadership and storytelling are essential in promoting student involvement and success.Work-Life Balance: The dedication to student affairs often involves long hours and personal sacrifices, highlighting the commitment required in such roles.QUOTES"Ultimately, people are on this earth to help each other, to lift one another up.""If you can swim in three feet of water, you can swim in 30 feet of water, you can swim in 300 feet of water. It's all about your form.""Creating opportunities for people and platforms for people to thrive—that's something that's important to me.""The best conversations, the best moments in my career happened behind closed doors, one on one with students.""We play a critical role in the university experience and the life experience of these students."Connect and learn more about Mike Wilkinson.https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelwilkinson7/If you enjoyed this episode of In the Club Podcast with Club Colors, please leave us a review on your favorite podcasting platform!Club Colors: https://www.clubcolors.com/

In the news today: For our first story of the day focusing on campus news, MSU Extension union asks for recognition from state, abandoning university process. For our second story focusing on more campus news, controversial former MSU business dean tapped to co-chair council as part of settlement. For our final story of the week focusing on more campus news, MSU student organizations celebrate completion of long-awaited Multicultural Center.

In the news today: For our first story of the day focusing on campus news, MSU welcomes International Students Association headquarters. For our second story focusing on more campus news, ASMSU Safe Ride increases operating hours for spring semester. For our final story focusing on events and entertainment, MSU APASO makes an impact with 22nd annual Cultural Vogue performance.

In the news today: For our first story of the week focusing on campus news, ASMSU advocates for immigrants, DEI on campus amid Trump orders. For our second story focusing on more campus news, scholar allegedly plagiarized by MSU dean says he wasn't consulted during exonerating review. For our final story of the day focusing on student life, MSU's Springticipation showcases diverse collection of over 250 student orgs.

Dental hygiene school can feel like a two-year marathon and while the courseload is no joke, it's good to take a step back and really reflect on your journey! Through all the studying and stress, I was still able to make some really great memories that I'm grateful for to this day. Don't be afraid to get involved in student organizations and get out of your comfort zone! Those two years will be over before you know it. Want a question answered on the show? Fill out the DHB Questionnaire HERE. Transcripts are available on Apple or by request. Slide into my DMs HERE: Instagram: @dentalhygienebasics Facebook: Dental Hygiene Basics Twitter: @DH_Basics Email:DHBasics@protonmail.com Timestamps: (00:00) My Podcast Hack(02:04) Dental Hygiene School Can Be Fun(06:05) Community Rotations(09:01) Student Organizations (13:39) Making Great Friendships Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

LEXINGTON, Ky. (October 3, 2024) – For over a century, starting in 1915, the University of Kentucky has celebrated Homecoming week – a time for students and alumni to uphold the Wildcat spirit and traditions. Numerous groups, including the UK Alumni Association, Student Organizations and Activities, Black Student Union, National Pan-Hellenic Council, Student Activities Board, and the Office for Student Success have worked hard to make this a memorable week for all who take part. This year, the UK Alumni Association will also honor the Golden Wildcats from the Class of 1974, with a series of events marking their 50th reunion. For a complete schedule of Golden Wildcat Society reunion activities and details on how to register, visit the UK Alumni Association's website. Homecoming week runs from October 7-13, 2024 and offers a range of events for the entire UK community, culminating in the Homecoming football game against Vanderbilt on Saturday, Oct. 12. Highlights leading up to the game include annual events like the Lyman T. Johnson Awards Luncheon, the DanceBlue Silent Auction, and the National Pan-Hellenic Council Step Show. These long-standing traditions have made Homecoming an integral part of campus life for over 100 years.  On this episode of ‘Behind the Blue', UK Alumni Association Executive Director Jill Smith and this year's Alumni Association President Rob Crady discuss the significance of alumni engagement, the evolution of campus, and what's in store for this year's Homecoming. They also reflect on the importance of maintaining traditions and strengthening the sense of community at UK. ‘Behind the Blue' is available via a variety of podcast providers, including iTunes and Spotify. Become a subscriber to receive new episodes of “Behind the Blue” each week. UK's latest medical breakthroughs, research, artists and writers will be featured, along with the most important news impacting the university. For questions or comments about this or any other episode of "Behind the Blue," email BehindTheBlue@uky.edu or tweet your question with #BehindTheBlue. Transcripts for this or other episodes of Behind the Blue can be downloaded from the show's blog page. To discover what's wildly possible at the University of Kentucky, click here.

Spotlight on the Student Leadership Council and Student Ambassadors organizations

Latinx and Chicanx student organizations are more than just clubs. They provide ways to find your cultural compass, foster lifelong friendships, and amplify your voice in a supportive, empowering space. These organizations explore traditions, navigate challenges, and help students flourish both socially and academically. Hear how these organizations host events, discussions, and gatherings where diversity is embraced, ideas spark, and unity thrives. Series: "Education Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 39346]

Latinx and Chicanx student organizations are more than just clubs. They provide ways to find your cultural compass, foster lifelong friendships, and amplify your voice in a supportive, empowering space. These organizations explore traditions, navigate challenges, and help students flourish both socially and academically. Hear how these organizations host events, discussions, and gatherings where diversity is embraced, ideas spark, and unity thrives. Series: "Education Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 39346]

Latinx and Chicanx student organizations are more than just clubs. They provide ways to find your cultural compass, foster lifelong friendships, and amplify your voice in a supportive, empowering space. These organizations explore traditions, navigate challenges, and help students flourish both socially and academically. Hear how these organizations host events, discussions, and gatherings where diversity is embraced, ideas spark, and unity thrives. Series: "Education Channel" [Education] [Show ID: 39346]

Unlock the secrets to thriving in medical school as a minority student with insights from Ms. Logan Dean and Ms. Ja'Nia McPhatter. Dr.Renee and the guests navigate securing vital resources, mentorship, and the network necessary to not just survive, but excel in the competitive medical school setup. Logan and Ja'Nia , with their rich personal experiences, reveal how the SNMA's mentorship and initiatives provide a foundation for Black and Brown students embarking on their medical careers.Things to expect in this episode:What is the SNMA doing inorder to provide resources for students who don't follow the "traditional path of medicine".What the SNMA does to ensure students understand that they need resources even after getting into medical school.Resources that SNMA has to offer medical students.Workshops and activities that pre-meds can look forward to at The 2024 Annual Medical Education Conference (AMEC).SNMA Chapters The challenges that SNMA has with getting donations from alumni.SNMA requested donations for their 60th anniversary AMEC.LINKS MENTIONEDTo donate to the SNMA 60th anniversary AMEC click ➡ ️ https://snma.org/donations/SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTER!WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE!Have a question for the podcast?Text us at 833-230-2860Send us a message HERE! Twitter: @drniidarkoInstagram: @docsoutsidetheboxEmail: team@drniidarko.comPodcasting Course: www.docswhopodcast.comMerch: https://docs-outside-the-box.creator-spring.comThis episode is sponsored by Pearson-Ravitz: Created by a physician for physicians. We empower physicians to protect their most valuable asset—their incomes—and life's most important people—their families. Book a consultation today!Pearson-Ravitz: Created by a physician for physicians. We empower physicians to protect their most valuable asset—their incomes—and life's most important people—their families. Book a consultation today!

I'm back for 2024! A little credit to Thomas Massie for the show title this morning, some updates on what's in store for 2024, and then I review Florida HB 1027, "Single-sex Student Organizations." Is it an anti-trans bill? What does it say, and should we support the bill?LINKSRep. Anna V. EskamaniFlorida HB 1027News Link 1News Link 2

Journey into the heart of student life at Warner College of Natural Resources in this 5th episode of “Tune into Nature” Season 6, and explore the world of Warner student organizations with your host, Anna. As the semester winds down and the holiday spirit fills the air, we're shining a spotlight on three remarkable student-run clubs: the Zero Waste Team, the Society of American Foresters, and the Geosciences Club. Listen and learn from members from each of these organizations and get insights into how their time at Colorado State University has been impacted by the community they've joined.Featured Students:Maddie Minard, Forest and Rangeland Stewardship Student with the Society of American Foresters. Madeline Ferguson, Geosciences Student with the Geosciences Club. Gaia Poneta, Human Dimensions of Natural Resources Student with the Zero Waste Team.Interview Questions:1) Why did you join this student organization?2) How has joining this student organization helped you develop professionally and socially?3) What has been the most valuable skill you have developed in your student organization?4) How has your student organization impacted the community?5) What is your favorite memory from your time in this student organization?6) Who would be an ideal member of your student organization? What would you say to someone who is thinking of joining?

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At The Laura Flanders Show, we're dedicated to providing a platform for diverse voices in the field of social justice. This report, produced through The Laura Flanders Show fellowship program, reflects our commitment. The opinions presented are solely those of the guest contributor and do not necessarily reflect or represent The Laura Flanders Antisemitism is the hostility to or prejudice against Jewish people, and it did not end with the Holocaust or other forms of institutionalized discrimination. Instead, antisemitic incidents in America have hit the highest level ever recorded by the Anti-Defamation League, and this age-old form of hatred is wreaking havoc on college campuses.The University of Wisconsin - Madison is usually a welcoming home to its 4,000 Jewish students. But on the first day of classes in September 2022, antisemitic chalkings marred the sidewalks of campus, targeting Jewish organizations and its members as “racist,” “genocidal,” and “having blood on their hands”. The university released an ineffective statement, sided with free speech, and left many Jewsh students feeling as though their own institution didn't support them.Abigail Handel, a student at the University of Wisconsin - Madison, was a first year student when this antisemitic event occurred. Now she has set out to answer the pressing question: Are American universities doing enough to combat antisemitism on campus? In this audio exclusive, Abigail takes us on a journey through understanding what antisemitism is, the damaging environment it has created for Jewish students, and what can be done to eradicate all forms of hate. Handel talks to Savannah Lipinksi, a rabbinite student at the The Jewish Theological Seminary, and Samuel Cross, the President of Rhodes College Hillel, to uncover the complex issue of modern antisemitism and the urgent need for proactive measures on campuses. “People are having a harder time recognizing antisemitism the further we get from the Holocaust and the more obvious manifestations of antisemitism that happened throughout the 19th and 20th centuries…This is why it is becoming increasingly important to call out the subtle attacks happening on university campuses.” - Abigail HandelGuests● Savannah Lipinski, Former Student, UW Madison; Student, Jewish Theological Seminary● Samuel Cross, Student, Rhodes College; President, Rhodes College Hillel

LEXINGTON, Ky. (October 5, 2023) – For over 100 years, the University of Kentucky has celebrated Homecoming week, an opportunity for students and alumni to continue the tradition of what it means to be a Wildcat. The UK Alumni Association, Student Organizations and Activities, Black Student Union, National Pan-Hellenic Council, Student Activities Board, the Office for Student Success and many other groups have been working hard to make Homecoming week a special time in the lives of students, alumni and all who participate.  The UK Alumni Association will also welcome the Golden Wildcats from the Class of 1973 for a variety of 50th reunion activities. A full list of Golden Wildcat Society reunion activities and registration information can be found on the UK Alumni Association's website.  From Oct. 10-13, there are events for all members of the UK community leading up to the Homecoming football game against Missouri on Saturday, Oct. 14. The Lyman T. Johnson Awards Luncheon, DanceBlue Silent Auction, and National Pan-Hellenic Council Step Show are just a few of the annual events that lead into Homecoming weekend, a special tradition on UK's campus since 1915. On this episode of ‘Behind the Blue', UK Alumni Association Executive Director Jill Smith and this year's Alumni Association President Janie McKenzie-Wells, highlight some of the events of Homecoming week, the overall mission and worldwide reach of the Alumni Association, how students and alumni can get involved, and more, including the unveiling of Alumni Commons, the newest community area at the heart of campus.  ‘Behind the Blue' is available on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify. Become a subscriber to receive new episodes of “Behind the Blue” each week. UK's latest medical breakthroughs, research, artists and writers will be featured, along with the most important news impacting the university.  For questions or comments about this or any other episode of "Behind the Blue," email BehindTheBlue@uky.edu or tweet your question with #BehindTheBlue. Transcripts for this or other episodes of Behind the Blue can be downloaded from the show's blog page.  To discover what's wildly possible at the University of Kentucky, click here.

Welcome back to SA Voices From the Field. In this episode, titled "Discovering Resilience: Clarissa Mae Calimbas' Story of Professional Transformation," we are joined by Clarissa Mae Calimbas, Assistant Director for Student Organizations at San Jose State University. Clarissa Mae takes us on a journey through her professional career, from her early days as a transfer student to her current role overseeing 350 student organizations. She shares her experiences of being terminated from her first professional position during the height of the pandemic, and how she found the strength to rebuild her professional confidence. Through her story, Clarissa Mae reveals the importance of finding the right fit and staying true to one's values, even in the face of uncertainty. We also delve into the topic of transitions in Student Affairs, exploring the challenges faced by professionals and the various opportunities for growth and development. Join us as we dive deep into Clarissa Mae's inspiring journey and gain valuable insights into navigating transitions, building resilience, and finding one's voice in the world of Student Affairs.   Dr. Jill Creighton [00:00:02]: Welcome to Student Affairs Voices from the Field, the podcast where we share your student affairs stories from fresh perspectives to seasoned experts. This is season nine on transitions in Student Affairs. This podcast is brought to you by NASPA. And I'm Dr. Jill Creighton. She her hers your essay, Voices from the Field. Host Welcome back to a new episode of SA voices where our Transitions guest today is Clarissa Mae Calimbas. Clarissa Mae is the assistant director for student organizations at San Jose State University, or SJSU. In her role, she oversees the recognition and compliance processes of 350 plus recognized student organizations. She did her undergrad at SJSU, where she majored in Child and Adolescent development and completed her master's in Educational leadership at Old Dominion University. Clarissa Mae is also a current first year doctoral student studying Educational Leadership at SJSU. Outside of work, Clarissa Mae enjoys going to Orange Theory Fitness and learning how to DJ. You can connect with her on Linkedin. You can find her on Twitter @_Clarissamae or on Instagram @_Clarissamae. Clarissa, welcome to the show. Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:01:14]: Hi. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:01:15]: How's it going for our listeners? Clarissa and I met, I think, two annual conferences ago, maybe two or three annual conferences ago now when we were doing some sort of I think it was a scavenger hunt for discord. Does that sound right? Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:01:27]: Yeah, it was like a discord group. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:01:29]: And I ended up finding you in person at the Apikc Social. Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:01:33]: Yes. Now I'm starting to remember. Yeah, that tracks. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:01:35]: We're glad to have you today to talk about your transitions in higher education. We always like to kick off our episodes by asking our guests how they got to their current seat. Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:01:44]: That is such a good question. I've been really reflecting on this because this academic year is my fifth year as a professional, and I also currently work at my alma mater. So it's been exactly ten years since I first attended my current institution that I work at. How did I get there? I think I first came in as a transfer student. Didn't really like, there wasn't much for transfer students to get involved, and I kind of put myself out there because all my friends were out there, and then people took notice and were like, hey, you're good at this. You should do this field of student affairs. And they always told me, if you're going to go do this, you have to go away before you come back. And so I went to grad school across the country before coming back to my home state of California, worked at a couple institutions. Before I came into my current position, I've been in an interim role, and then I came back as a coordinator, and then just this past May, actually, last week was three months into my new role as an assistant director. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:02:49]: Congratulations. That's a major, major thing to especially get that interim title taken off it's. Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:02:54]: Been surreal to kind of been in two interim roles before coming back and being able to permanently be an employee. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:03:00]: That interim space is one of the reasons I'm really excited to talk to you about your transitions on the show for this season. I think that interim space for people who have never been in it is a little bit nebulous. And so I'm wondering if you can talk about why you decided to take an interim position, as well as what it's like to transition into a space that, you know, is a bit ephemeral. Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:03:21]: Yeah. So I had actually done my first interim appointment in 2017, and it was the first it was kind of my first paraprofessional job at the time. They had offered it to me as a way to prepare me before I went off to graduate school, and that is exactly what it did for me. And I finished my grad program, came back to my home state, worked at other institutions, and in 2021, I was actually terminated from my first position as a professional. And it was tough because it was like, at the peak of COVID and I wasn't sure if I was going to come back into student affairs. And so I took a job working as a sales associate at Orange Theory Fitness, where I would sell memberships and help set up the equipment for the coaches and whatnot. And another position at my current institution had opened up. A search had failed, so they had to move people around, and there was an opening, and they reached out to me because they knew, of course, it got terminated. She's searching, she's grinding it out. And they reached out to me and had offered me an interim appointment. And I work at one of the California state universities, so I work at one of the 23 campuses. When you're appointed an interim role, it's anywhere between four to six months. And I had just started at Orange Theory. I think I was like one or two weeks in when they called and were like, hey, we want you to come work for us. And I had actually interviewed for a job there and didn't get moved on as a final candidate. So for me, I had some animosity, but I was like, I have nothing to lose at this point. I needed the insurance, I needed the benefits, and it was a place that I was so familiar with, and I felt safe enough to kind of rebuild my confidence as a professional. And so I took the job, and I was also applying to other institutions for a permanent role. And so once I had landed a permanent role at another institution, I ended my interim appointment, and I worked at this other school for six months. And once they opened up the role for my first permanent position at the institution I'm at, I jumped at the opportunity to apply. So I was with institution B for six months. And then I moved back to Institution A, which is the institution I'm at now. And I was also told, hey, you've applied for this job you've interviewed. You deserve to be here. And I had done the work before and that was kind of like that common, like, we want you and I want you. So to be in that interim space is really scary because it's like for me, I felt like I was on a time crunch to apply, apply. But also I think for me it was a scary time, right. Because it's like you're not guaranteed permanency. You're not guaranteed the idea of, oh, that safety net of having a permanent job. And so being in that unknown professionally is just really scary. When your livelihood is on the line. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:06:10]: You said something really important and very real for American student affairs professionals, which is when you don't have a job, you may not have health insurance. And that puts an interesting crunch on a job search that doesn't exist for professionals in many, many other parts of the world. So I think that puts a lot of pressure on these types of transitions, more so than you might see other places. So I actually want to back up a little bit to the moment where you started to figure out how are you going to get on your feet after that first job came to an end and you ended up in a sales associate position. So just not necessarily aligned with your training and your master's degree and things like that. So how did you make the determination that sales was the place that you wanted to get on your feet? Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:06:51]: Yeah, so I was let go in early May and I used all of June. I wasn't going to apply. I was just going to really sit and process and also going back to the whole thing about health and the benefits. I was told your benefits were going to end like that end of the month in May. So I took advantage and booked all my appointments to make sure that I was going to use it until I was covered that whole like two or three months. When I didn't have healthcare benefits or insurance, I knew I could go into sales. And I chose Orange Theory specifically because I was a member of the studio. And so I kind of had always had so much respect for the people that worked at the front desk. I've had a lot of respect for some of the coaches. Some of the coaches were actually student affairs professionals. Like this was their side hustle. And I'd always joked around like, hey, I want to be a coach one day. Maybe this will be my side hustle. I'm currently in a doctoral program, so this Orange Theory side hustle for me is after the doctorate. But I knew I wanted to go into Sales because I knew the money was kind of there. I knew we were going to be paid on commission and it was biweekly, so I knew I would have some sort of security, like financial security and financial stability coming through until I could get fully on my feet and figure out everything else. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:08:11]: So then you decided, okay, I'm going to head back into the land of higher education. Thought process did you go that? Yes, you were going to make that decision? Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:08:21]: I wasn't sure if I was going to go back into higher ed. I just want to give a shout out to everyone in Apikc that who knew what was going on to me at the time. They were sending me job postings. They knew I was location bound. They were helping me with my resume, all the interview prep. As much as I thought my heart wasn't in it anymore, other people could see that I was really meant to be in the profession and I'm really meant to be in the field. And I think if I didn't have that community and that network, I for sure would have been out of the field by now. So I think it's so important when you're going through transitions, whether it's personal or professional, to really have that network and have that community of people that just hold you accountable. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:09:04]: And so when you're thinking about the things that mentorship did for you and your support in this process, what are some of the best pieces of advice you got from mentors? Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:09:13]: The best piece of advice that I had got from a mentor was that and I learned this the hard way, it was that my first job was not going to be my dream job. And I think I had had these rose colored glasses in the time that I was in that first position where I was like, oh my God, I'm actually a student affairs professional. It's all great and whatnot, and when that plug gets pulled, suddenly it's a wake up call. And I realized once someone pointed it out to me was I had seen it as a dream job, but that wasn't the case based on how I was being treated, but also just how much I was putting in and not really seeing the payoff there. I think one of my favorite pieces of advice was that all of this happening to me was just building character in the end. It's not the end for me, but I think had I gone through this later on in my life, I probably would have left the field and not looked back. And I think to be able to go through this so early in my professional career, like first job, I think it's built that grit and resiliency that they don't really teach you in grad programs. And that's also the first time where I really learned what Fit meant and how important and how it's okay to really put into perspective what is important to you, like what are your values and whatnot? Because I felt like I lost so much of my values and what mattered to me in that first position, just trying to fit in and trying to be the perfect employee that in the end it didn't work out and who ultimately lost it was me. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:10:45]: And I always like to be careful about the word fit because how it can be weaponized to marginalize people. But what I'm hearing you say is there was a values misalignment between what you were hoping to do and what the institution maybe was looking for. Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:10:59]: Yes, that was something hard to sit with. And I think one of the earliest red flags for me was watching the other color of people leave on my team. They all had left within the first 88 days of me starting in this role. And it's so easy to count because we were on a 90 day probation when you first get hired. And so every month since I had started in that role, someone had always left and it was always someone who was of color. And so when you're the only person of color and a predominantly white team working at a very marginalized serving institution, I felt like I had the worries of my students on my backs and trying to carry that and bring it to the table and advocate for them was tough. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:11:45]: Then we are really talking about fit in that kind of coded, pushing out marginalized populations kind of way. And I think that's something that we need to remain conscious of in student affairs and really in all professions on how that can be used as a weaponized tool to further marginalize those who already struggle systemically to be included. So you've then decided that, yes, you are going to employ that grit for yourself and you're going to try again, you're going to reenter the field. You did this interim role, you took a second position after that. So how did you take that grit that you've self described as well as the things that you process to say yes to coming back into student affairs? Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:12:28]: That was such a good question. I think after processing everything and the grit and that resilience, I think it's knowing that this is my own experience and no one has the same experience as me and the same thought process and being able to take that and bring it with me wherever I go. I used to be so ashamed to talk about what had happened to me and now I'm not afraid to speak up about it and talk about it and lead into how it's made me into a better professional now. It's helped me better understand every different things and different issues students go through. I feel like I came back with a thicker skin, which I think is so important to have in this field. And I think now coming back and feeling like I'm a little stronger, and I'm a little more. I have wisdom, and my opinions and my thoughts really matter. It's given me the opportunity to speak up more. I used to be so scared to speak up. I used to be so scared to talk about my ideas. But I think the experience of all these transitions and all of these experiences, good and bad, has just kind of made me into the person that I am now, where I'm a little more unapologetic now. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:13:36]: As a professional, we always need women of color to be less apologetic. Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:13:39]: Yeah. Period. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:13:41]: So as you've grown into your career, now you're sitting in an Assistant Director seat. I believe you went from being a member of your team to being part of the leadership team in your department. Is that right? Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:13:50]: I started in the office May 2022 as a coordinator, and then in May 2023, I started as the Assistant Director. So they treated it just like a typical search, where it was like the job posted and I applied and interviewed. And it is so hard and so scary to interview in front of your coworkers because they know you and they know your personality. And I think to be able to do that and get over that fear and to also be in this position I've been in this Assistant Director role for three months. And then just full context, our Director has just started last Thursday, so we have a brand new Director. We have an interim Associate Director, and a couple of openings on our team. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:14:36]: Tell us about how you prepared to interview with people that you already know and who know you. Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:14:41]: I think what carried me through in that preparation was I knew what was on the line because the previous role that I was doing, it was a coordinator for Student orgs role, and it's one person that oversees 350 student organizations. It's a lot of compliance work, and I feel like misunderstandings where no one really knows what you're doing. And the easiest way that I explain it to people is that, oh, I just look at spreadsheets and I grade canvas quizzes and I email people, but there's just a lot of behind the scenes that nobody really gets to see. And so I knew personally what my role consisted of as the coordinator, and I knew what the coordinator needs from the Assistant Director. And so I carried that thought process with me as I was preparing for the interview. Preparing for the presentation was like, if there's anyone that knows what this job is going to need, it's going to be me. And being a woman of color, where's the line between being cocky and being actually confident was something that I had struggled with, like preparing for the interview. And also the role that I'm currently in is also brand new. So I'm like the first person, so I feel like there's a lot of weight carried on in terms of, like, I have to perform a certain way. I said I would do XYZ Am I going to be able to do it? I don't have a coordinator underneath me, so I feel like I put a lot of pressure on myself to really be great, but also not let anyone down on my team. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:16:12]: And you prevailed, so your strategy was a good one. Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:16:15]: Yes, and I'm surprised it worked. Why? I think because of just feeling like I'm always misunderstood and no one really kind of understanding my thought process and how I process things. And so I think to be able to articulate it in a way where people actually understood it in this one moment in this presentation that I had to give for my interview, where in my head, I feel like I'm fighting for my life. I will never forget when I came back to work the next day, there was a lot of buzz with the team. I didn't know you could be this confident. I didn't know you can bring it like that. I think a lot of the times people just kind of see me as really laid back and kind of quiet and minding my business. And I think the person they saw in that interview was someone who doesn't really show out that way on a daily basis. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:17:03]: And now that you've occupied the role for a couple of months, how has that changed the way you approach your team and the work? Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:17:10]: It was interesting because they consider it a promotion, which I understand. For me, the way that I approach my work has shifted significantly because I'm also in the doctoral program. So I'm balancing work, I'm balancing school, which is really exciting. But I remember being offered the job, and I was told there's going to be some dynamics that change, and I didn't understand that at the time. Sometimes I feel like I'm excluded from my coworkers. Now they're on the coordinator level and I'm on the assistant director level. And in our office, if you're an assistant director or an associate director or the director, you're considered the leadership team. And I understand that that is part of the process of being a leader. It's hard. I'm such a people person, and so being excluded kind of hurts sometimes. But now I'm beginning to understand that that's okay because I have other besties and other friends and partners across campus who are in the same parallel position as me, where it's like we also are on leadership teams for our offices, and we can't just vent down, and so we just vent across to each other. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:18:18]: That's one of the most interesting things about coming into mid level leadership, is that you're a part of many teams, a junior member of some teams, you're a senior member of other teams, you're in the middle of some teams. And that really changes the way that we process and talk about information, I think, either consciously or subconsciously. Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:18:33]: I think since joining the leadership team at work, I've definitely been a little more conscious about what I share and what I open up to the team in terms of operations or what's going on with other coworkers, just because I now understand that some things are better kept private. Or it's like, I would rather you find out from senior leadership than from me because I'm still brand new. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:18:57]: So kind of looking at the culmination of all the transitions you've had over the last couple of years, what would you like to say to past Clarissa when these transitions all began? Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:19:07]: Oh, my God. I would tell Past Clarissa that everything you're going through, it's not the end of the world. You're going to be okay. Take a deep breath. I feel like, at the time, I thought it was the end of the world. I thought it was the end of my professional reputation, and I thought no one was going to want to hire me because I just had so much trauma. Like, I was carrying that with me professionally. And I think I would tell Past Clarissa, too, that everything you want is on the other side of fear. You just have to be able to get over it, whether that's going to therapy, whether that's just kind of facing it head on. There's good people out there that will always be in your corner and support you. And I know this process of transition and coping and processing, it's not possible to do this all alone. And I'm just so thankful that so many people just had my back and really pushed me to, like, hey, you need to get uncomfortable. You're wasting your own potential by not going after this job, by not coming back into the field. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:20:10]: That is such a word. Everything you want is on the other side of fear. Good nugget, Clarissa. Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:20:15]: Thanks. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:20:16]: So let's look at it in the other direction, too. What do you want to tell future Clarissa two years from now Clarissa or three years from now? Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:20:22]: I would love to tell her to just not stress, and I just say that very candidly because I'm going through a lot of health issues right now, and I know part of it is just all rooted in stress. And I would love to tell future Clarissa, like, hey, you made it through all this. Let's take care of ourselves now. And I think the most exciting thing that I would want to tell my future self is, like, you got everything you want because you worked hard for it, and don't ever let anyone undermine the work that you've put in to. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:20:53]: Get to where you are and then thinking about your kind of holistic perspective as well. Is there anything that you would definitely want to repeat in terms of identifying how to transition successfully? Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:21:04]: I think speaking about it is so important. I used to be so scared and so embarrassed to tell people, hey, I'm going to apply for this job. Or like, hey, I'm thinking about making the jump from this functional area to that functional area because I was so afraid of what people would think about me or think about, like, oh, I don't think you're making the right career choice. And I think if there's anyone that's going to know you best, it's yourself and your instinct and your gut. And I think as much as I say I've had good people that have supported me, a lot of it has also been my instinct. I knew I could do this work. I know that I'm good at this, and I think that's also carried me. So I think from a holistic approach and thinking about all these transitions, I think your instinct carries you through it. I think talking about it too to the people that you know would support you and keep it very candid and honest with you are the ones are the one thing, two things that I could say have helped me in the. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:22:03]: Last four or five years and also thinking about this whole process. Is there anything you wished you would have done differently? You mentioned talking about it, but anything else? Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:22:10]: I think what I wish I could have done differently, I wish COVID didn't happen. I graduated in 2019, so I had that fall semester in person and then 2020 to 2021, 2022, it's just a blur. And I just say that because I feel like it just took my prime years as a professional away. And so I've always been told that your first year to your fourth or fifth year is like your new professional years. And I felt the Pandemic really took my new professional years where I kind of only know things as remote and not really pre COVID. But I think the lessons that I learned through the Pandemic really helped. And going back to grit and resilience, if it wasn't for the Pandemic, it wouldn't have built all of these personality traits and these values for me. So it's kind of like good and bad. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:23:00]: Also just state for the record that grit and resilience traits, oftentimes for women of color, come out of a system that wasn't built for us, and we have to figure out how to navigate that system. So I think it's awesome that you found yourself being able to build those traits. But I also would encourage and challenge anyone listening to the show today who has authority over a system to really look at how that system is built for people and not built for people. Because that's really the driving. Force behind real inclusion and real progressive deib for your organizations and all of the values that we talk about a lot and sometimes we struggle to operationalize. Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:23:39]: I love that. That was great retweet. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:23:43]: I'm completely off of Twitter now, or X or whatever the heck that it's called. I had enough. I think my account I still own my username because I don't want anyone else to have my username, but haven't been active in a little while. Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:23:55]: Yeah, it's been tough with that whole change with X. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:23:58]: More transitions. Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:24:00]: Yes. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:24:00]: Any final advice you'd like to give our listeners on their own transitions or wisdom from yours? Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:24:05]: I think transitions can be such a beautiful thing. I think it's just how you look at it, because again, everything you want is on the other side of fear. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:24:13]: It's time to take a quick break and toss it over to producer Chris to learn what's going on in the NASPA world. Dr. Christopher Lewis [00:24:20]: Welcome back to the NASPA World. Really excited to be able to talk to you again today. And there's a lot happening in NASPA. I know I say that every week, but it's true. So many opportunities to learn, to grow, to expand your horizon to the future that you have in front of you. And one of the things that is coming up in January january 24 to 27th in Atlanta, Georgia, is the 2024 NASPA Institute for Aspiring Vice Presidents for Student Affairs. We are currently seeking dedicated professionals to apply for the 2024 NASPA Institute for Aspiring Vice Presidents for Student Affairs. Make sure to block off a few minutes in your calendar as you look at the deadline that's coming up on October 15. This institute is a four day program for professionals considering or seeking to learn more about the Vice President for Student Affairs role. This application based program is an institute so unlike conferences where you may choose to participate or not in concurrent session, during this institute, all attendees will participate in the same cohort experience and are expected to engage fully in all aspects of the program. This is a powerful program that definitely prepares individuals to look at becoming a Vice President for Student Affairs. The ins, the outs, the positives, the negatives, everything in between, and you have a ton of great mentors that support you throughout the Institute and beyond. The institute faculty include claire Brody, Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs at Anna G. Mendez University jose Luis Riera, Vice President for Student Life at the University of Delaware pauline Dabrowski, Vice President for Student Affairs at Stonehill College. Sheila Higgs Burkhalter, Vice President for Student Affairs at Winthrop University brian Mitra, Vice President of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management at Queensboro Community College melissa Shivers, Senior Vice President for Student Life at the Ohio State University and Alvin Sturdavant, Vice Provost for Student Development at Seattle University. If you think you want to be a Vice President for Student Affairs in the future, I highly encourage you to consider this great opportunity. And just remember, the deadline for applying is October 15. Another great professional development opportunity that really falls into our last season of the podcast is the fifth European Conference for Student Affairs and Services. ASPA is partnering with Ayuka, which is. The European University College Association and Perodus College American Farm School as they all invite you to the fifth annual European Conference for Student Affairs and Services that's going to be held in Thessaloniki, Greece on November 9 through 11th. In a world where the availability, functionality and accessibility of technologies are growing exponentially and where new realities such as the metasphere appear, education providers need to reimagine their role in what is starting to be called the onlife world. Student affairs departments are well placed to support students in gaining invaluable experience, to get to know themselves better, and to grow and mature in this program. You can find out more about this program on the NASPO website. As you delve a little bit deeper, you're going to find that there are many different topics within this conference, including student affairs, staff preparation and professional development, career readiness and preparation for the future, mental health and well being and cultural skills and inclusive learning. The conference will definitely open your eyes to the broader world of student affairs outside of the United States and will open you to being able to consider perspectives that you may never have considered before. Highly encourage you to take a look at this conference and see if it's a right fit for you. Every week we're going to be sharing some amazing things that are happening within the association. So we are going to be able to try and keep you up to date on everything that's happening and allow for you to be able to get involved in different ways. Because the association is as strong as its members and for all of us, we have to find our place within the association, whether it be getting involved with a knowledge community, giving back within one of the centers or the divisions of the association. And as you're doing that, it's important to be able to identify for yourself where do you fit, where do you want to give back? Each week. We're hoping that we will share some things that might encourage you, might allow for you to be able to get some ideas that will provide you with an opportunity to be able to say, hey, I see myself in. That knowledge, community. I see myself doing something like that or encourage you in other ways that allow for you to be able to think beyond what's available right now, to offer other things to the association, to bring your gifts, your talents to the association and to all of the members within the association. Because through doing that, all of us are stronger and the association is better. Tune in again next week as we find out more about what is happening in NASPA. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:29:50]: Chris, always appreciative of your work with the NASPA World segment, keeping our members updated on what's going on in and around the association. Clarissa, we have reached our lightning round, so I have seven questions for you in 90 seconds. Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:30:04]: You ready to go oh, my God, yes. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:30:06]: I promise you already know the answers. Okay, question one if you were a conference keynote speaker, what would your entrance music be? Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:30:15]: Probably the man by Taylor Swift. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:30:17]: Number two, when you were five years old, what did you want to be when you grew up? Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:30:20]: A pediatrician. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:30:21]: Number three, who's your most influential professional mentor? Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:30:24]: Her name is Dr. Sanja Daniels. She's the associate vice president for Campus Life at San Jose State University. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:30:30]: Number four. Your Essential Student Affairs. Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:30:32]: Read it's. The purple book from Anaspa. Asian Pacific Islanders. Knowledge, community understanding. I don't know the full title, but the Purple Book, that's what I call it. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:30:43]: Number five, the best TV show you binged during the pandemic. Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:30:46]: This is gonna say so much about me, but Tiger King. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:30:50]: Number six, the podcast you've spent the most hours listening to in the last year. Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:30:54]: It's a split between Call Her Daddy by Alex Cooper and the True Crime Podcast. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:30:59]: And finally, any shout outs you'd like to give personal or? Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:31:02]: Oh, that's a good question. I just want to shout out my partner, Joshua Cruz, for letting me use his setup. I just want to give a shout out to the team at San Jose State University and student involvement. And I just want to give a shout out to my family, my mom, my had, my sister for being super supportive of me being in the doctoral program and just for letting me be in student affairs. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:31:21]: And I know everyone can't see Clarissa's setup that borrowing from her partner, but it is kind of an epic, twitch streamer kind of situation. Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:31:28]: Yes. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:31:29]: Got a lot of anime posters and giant professional microphones, so I hope that you're enjoying her audio quality today. Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:31:37]: Yeah, apparently this is supposed to be, like, smooth and crispy, like a microphone quality. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:31:41]: Clarissa, if people would like to reach you after the show, how can they find you? Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:31:44]: I am on LinkedIn. Just look up Clarissa May. That's M-A-E Columbus. And then I'm on Twitter or X at Underscore Clarissa May. And then I'm on Instagram at two. Underscores Clarissa May. I think that's the only three social media platforms I use. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:32:02]: Thank you so very much for sharing your voice with us today. Clarissa Mae Calimbas [00:32:05]: Thank you. I had so much fun. Dr. Jill Creighton [00:32:08]: This has been an episode of Essay Voices from the Field, brought to you by NASPA. This show is always made possible because of you, our listeners. We are so grateful that you continue to listen to us season after season. If you'd like to reach the show, you can always email us at favoices@naspa.org or find me on LinkedIn by searching for Dr. Jill L. Craighton. We welcome your feedback and topic and especially your guest suggestions. We'd love it if you take a moment to tell a colleague about the show. And please, like, rate and review us on Apple podcasts, spotify or wherever you're listening now. It really does help other student affairs professionals find the show and helps us become more visible in the larger podcasting community. This episode was produced and hosted by Dr. Jill L. Creighton. That's me. Produced and audio engineered by Dr. Chris Lewis. Guest coordination by Lu Yongru. Special thanks to Duke Kunshan University and the University of Michigan, Flint for your support as we create this project. Catch you next time.

Today we're going to meet Beverly Smirnis. The fact that Beverly and Steve Smirnis live, work and play together is what first inspires some of their followers. Since they first became a couple, the Smirnis team has enjoyed travel, food and wine. Their backgrounds in public relations, marketing and journalism led to published freelance articles, which earned them invitations to explore, taste and toast across the country and across the world. Their career path together started with public relations projects. The Smirnis team specialized in working with the winemaking industry and representing various fine artists. This later expanded into a niche magazine publishing career, which has been their focus now for a few decades. Key contacts and keen insights were built over their long history in print media. In the consumer world, this translates to luxury lifestyle, and in the homebuilding industry they have long served, they are privy to resources, design trends and best practices. In episode 389 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out what Beverly's parents had planned for her before she left for college, why she chose Southern Methodist University for her undergraduate experience, whether it's a good idea to take a "gap year", what is the Savvy Life, how she's had so much success with luxury brands, how college student organizations can build strong brands online, more about Beverly's new podcast called "People Pursuing Passions", and Beverly's advice for today's college students. Enjoy!

The Rosa Parks Museum on the Troy Montgomery campus recently launched “Exploration of the Youniverse, Vol. 2" in the first-floor gallery hall. The vibrant artwork encourages viewers not only to search for meaning in the pieces, but also within themselves. Host Jaelanne Thomas reports. And, as you probably already know, The Talk of TROY is a student-produced podcast. But did you know that Troy University students can build their own organizations? Producer PJ Heath reports.

Aila Wang is a member of New Federal State of China (NFSC). Gettr: @NFSCSpeaks. CCP's student organizations (CSSA) and how the CCP infiltrates the western campus.

Dr. Drew Gold is Associate Professor of Management at Saint Leo University with a concentration on Emotional Intelligence, Professional and Personal Development, Strategic Planning and Innovation Management. He has an extensive background in strategic, technology, and innovation management, and finance. He's done extensive work with athletes and students at Saint Leo University on developing and harnessing the power of emotions for improved performance. Drew can show you how you can train yourself to improve performance and relationships in all aspects of your life! In episode 365 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Drew chose The Ohio State University for his undergraduate experience, what is the best part of being an Associate Professor at St. Leo University, what his responsibilities were as University Senate President, what approach he uses with Emotional Intelligence, what results he's seen in student athletes by developing and harnessing the power of emotions for improved performance, what leadership skills are needed in today's servant leaders, how do we get accountability in student organizations and stay true to the mission, how can we manage conflict within student organizations, and how we can recognize the warning signs of mental health issues in student populations. Enjoy!

Claire Stratton ‘23 is nearing the end of her time here at Albany Law School but - as she might say - BOY HOWDY did she make the most of it! The outgoing SBA President and Editor in Chief of the  Journal of Sci. & Tech. joins this week's podcast! Student Organizations at Albany Law School: https://www.albanylaw.edu/student-organizations 2023 Barrister's Ball: https://www.flickr.com/photos/albanylaw/albums/72177720307770256 Albany Law Journal of Science and Technology: https://www.albanylawscitech.org/ Student Bar Association at Albany Law School: https://albanylawsba.org/

Conveniently at the heart of the EU Qatargate corruption scandal is a rogue NGO. Conveniently, that is, for EU officials and lawmakers who dislike non-governmental organisations. NGOs frequently end up in an awkward relationship with states and international organisations, says Thomas Davies at City University, and that awkwardness increasingly seems to include the EU too. The trigger for the current tensions is an NGO ("Fight Impunity") that allegedly worked with Morocco and Qatar to channel cash to socialist members of the European Parliament. Conservatives, ultraliberals and the far right now are calling for NGOs to pass a kind of EU loyalty test and to classify some NGOs as foreign agents. Carlotta Besozzi, the head of Civil Society Europe, is among those who detect an increasingly hostile environment for NGOs. Among organisations under assault is Femyso, the Forum of European Muslim Youth and Student Organizations. EU support for Femyso irks MEPs who dislike its fight against Islamophobia and who suggest it has links to the Muslim Brotherhood. Femyso says such allegations are false and malicious and designed to undermine an organisation with no ties to political parties or political movements. Femyso's former president Youssef Himmat was smeared in similar ways by the United Arab Emirates — and his story now forms part of a must-read article in a recent edition of The New Yorker. With thanks to the Open Society Foundations for partnering with EU Scream on this episode.Support the show

Kristina Wieneke '23 isn't a traditional student, but she brings a wealth of lobbying knowledge and experience to Albany Law while also starting the Non-Traditional Law Students Association this semester! Student Organizations at Albany Law School: https://www.albanylaw.edu/student-organizations

Michelle McCabe somehow finds time to be seemingly everywhere. She serves as a Government Law Center Fellow, 3L Class President, LALSA Co-Social Chair, and Albany County District Attorney Intern. Join her on the podcast this week! Government Law Center: https://www.albanylaw.edu/government-law-center Government Law Center Fellows: https://www.albanylaw.edu/government-law-center/fellowships-internships-and-other-student-opportunities Student Bar Association: https://albanylawsba.org/ Student Organizations: https://www.albanylaw.edu/student-organizations

This week the Pack is joined by Attorney Zachary Greenberg, Senior Program Officer, Student Organizations, Campus Rights Advocacy at FIRE, the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression.  Their mission is to defend and sustain the individual rights of all Americans to free speech and free thought. The Pack discusses why every college professor believes the exact same thing and why you need to be a liberal to work at any state university in California. Sit back, have a drink, and enter our free speech zone.   LINKS    https://www.thefire.org/ https://twitter.com/TheFIREorg https://www.youtube.com/thefireorg  

Hannah Merges is leading the Class of 2024 and serving as the Vice President of the Criminal Law Society. She is also following her mom - Renee Merges ‘83 - here at the law school! Student Organizations at Albany Law School: https://www.albanylaw.edu/student-experience-support/student-organizations

Hi Everyone!!! Happy Summer!!! It's hot and gas prices are going up at the same time!!!! lol I wanted to talk about the school year and all of the amazing events that I have been able to be part of!!! Make sure to follow and subscribe to be notified of all of my new podcast episodes!!! I am excited!!!!! I can't wait to share my new content!!! Instagram DJ Dean Thap DJ Dean Thap 2.0 Apple Podcast and Spotify DJ Dean Thap - Greek Time Youtube DJ Dean Thap 2.0 DJ Dean Thap

Have you considered joining a student organization but wondered – is it worth it? In this episode of Getting Down to Business we go behind the scenes of Beta Alpha Psi - an international honor society for accounting and finance students. President, Gavin Grohowski and Faculty Advisor, Patricia Gaukel discuss how Beta Alpha Psi can boost your professional skills, networking advantages and internships opportunities!

It's been really fun getting the chance to meet MSEs from around the world, so we just wanted to thank you all for listening to this podcast as we uncover the unique ways materials science makes an impact all around us.   Check out our MSE Company Database and free professional development guide for materials scientists and engineers!   As for this episode, we asked our fellow MSEs what challenges they've faced and what they'd like us to talk about, so we're going to share our experiences and related advice based on the two different paths we've followed in our respective MSE careers.   In this conversation, we discuss:  

Join the Federalist Society and the American Constitution Society for this discussion between: Noel J. Francisco - Partner, Jones Day; 47th Solicitor General of the United States (2017-20) Elliot Mincberg - Senior Fellow, People for the American Way Vincent Bonventre - Justice Robert H. Jackson Distinguished Professor of Law, Albany Law School Also helping with the event were the Cardoza Legal Society, Catholic Law Students Association, and the Government Law Society. More about Student Organizations at Albany Law School: https://www.albanylaw.edu/student-organizations

On today's episode, Sarah & TJ are joined by Tawyna Moehlman from the Rec Center at TAMU College Station, TX to chat about the different facilities and capabilities of hosting a PLETHORA of different events. From dance practice to banquets, the Rec can do it all. SARAH, TJ, AND TAWYNA CHAT ABOUT Tawyna's Role at the Rec Tawyna's Favorite Part of the Job Special Events Facilities Room Rentals The American Business Women's Association (ABWA) Industry Advice RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: The American Business Women's Association (ABWA) https://bryancollegestation.abwa.org/ Rec Facilities https://recsports.tamu.edu/facilities/ Facility Reservations https://recsports.tamu.edu/facility-reservations/ Joining a Student Organizations https://studentactivities.tamu.edu/get-involved/join-an-organization/ TAMU Dance Organizations https://studentactivities.tamu.edu/search/?q=dance CONNECT WITH US Website Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn Spotify Apple Podcast Youtube

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GO TO GREEK OPEN HOUSE / SHOWCASE!!! I wanted to provide my feedback towards going to these events where Greek Organizations provide their tabling information, organization, presentations and performances. I am bummed out that I cannot go this semester :( however I recommend everyone to go! For more details, make sure to check out my podcast for all of the details. Make sure to follow me on Instagram, Spotify and Apple Podcast!!!

Greeks WORK! I discuss the importance of putting in "WORK!" What it takes to make a viral video or put your organization on the map or have people remember who you are! Make sure to subscribe! Share! Love! and 5 star reviews! Stay Hype everyone! 

Why Greek Unity has been an important factor towards my djing, photography and podcast! In this episode, I will discuss the importance of promoting a positive and learning experience before, during and after Greek Life. Thank you again everyone for love and support!!!! You're amazing!

Thank you everyone for the amazing feedback and love!!!! I really do appreciate it!! Episode #3 - Greek support goes a long ways! I believe this to be one of the most important aspects in my Greek life as I have been able to accomplished my personal goals through the support of others in Greek.

How did Greek Time Podcast get started?!? The reason why I transitioned from photography and DJing to Podcasting. Also, I am Apple Podcast and Spotify! Exciting news! Please make sure to subscribe and be updated when new episodes come out.

You know how every college wants you to be “active in the student community”? Yeah. But does it actually do anything for you when looking for a job? Dr. Malloy, Vice Chancellor of North Carolina University at Pembroke, gives us some insights. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/okso/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/okso/support