Speaking of College Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/a-college-podcast Speaking of College is a show that answers common questions about college. The host, Amelia Parnell, has over 15 years of experience working with colleges and students. The episodes are a good fit for anyone who is curious about how college works and how to navigate the college environment. © 2025 Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. 852be24a-70c0-5f36-bb80-e75f4b8cd312 no Welcome to Speaking of College! en Tue, 16 Apr 2024 23:13:18 -0400 Tue, 02 Dec 2025 16:22:32 -0500 http://speakingofcollege.com https://img.transistor.fm/qv2kDsi53OpyiYfjwBbTkkWVIyZMXe63OlbP7zlic48/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzExNjg0LzE1OTg1/MDI1MzMtYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.jpg Speaking of College http://speakingofcollege.com episodic Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. Speaking of College is a show that answers common questions about college. The host, Amelia Parnell, has over 15 years of experience working with colleges and students. The episodes are a good fit for anyone who is curious about how college works and how to navigate the college environment. Speaking of College is a show that answers common questions about college. college, podcast, higher, education, student, university, institution Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. No No Navigating College with Joshua Williams 4 4 4 4 Navigating College with Joshua Williams full d67215e4-0605-42c6-8340-54a8921f2012 https://share.transistor.fm/s/29a419e4 Speaking of College returns after a long break! In this episode, Dr. P. talks with Joshua Williams about ways to navigate college.

Joshua Williams is a Los Angeles-based higher education professional and student development expert. Leading his consultancy, JW1, he focuses on projects around institutional capacity building for colleges, coalition building and organizing, and resource accessibility for disproportionately impacted students. Through JW1, Joshua also develops and champions initiatives that center on community-building to create spaces for diverse groups to share experiences and resources. 

 

Current projects include developing learning communities and providing technical assistance for colleges in the California Community College system. He manages the Real College California Coalition, offering basic needs guidance and implementation support for 94 community colleges. He also provides technical assistance consulting and training for new NextUp foster youth programs.

 

Prior to launching JW1, Joshua was a Practitioner-Researcher at The Hope Center for College, Community, and Justice at Temple University, where he delivered basic needs coaching and technical assistance training to college personnel nationwide. He also served as the Inaugural Director of the Toro Guardian Scholars (TGS) program at California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH), providing case management for former foster youth and supporting students’ basic needs. Throughout his time there, he built the TGS program, launched the CalFresh Outreach program, raised funds to support students in need of academic support and emergency aid, and co-designed an app aimed at securing food for students on campus.

 

He holds a B.A. in Communications from CSUDH and an M.S. in Counseling from California State University, Long Beach, with an emphasis on student development in higher education.

JW1 Consulting

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]]> Speaking of College returns after a long break! In this episode, Dr. P. talks with Joshua Williams about ways to navigate college.

Joshua Williams is a Los Angeles-based higher education professional and student development expert. Leading his consultancy, JW1, he focuses on projects around institutional capacity building for colleges, coalition building and organizing, and resource accessibility for disproportionately impacted students. Through JW1, Joshua also develops and champions initiatives that center on community-building to create spaces for diverse groups to share experiences and resources. 

 

Current projects include developing learning communities and providing technical assistance for colleges in the California Community College system. He manages the Real College California Coalition, offering basic needs guidance and implementation support for 94 community colleges. He also provides technical assistance consulting and training for new NextUp foster youth programs.

 

Prior to launching JW1, Joshua was a Practitioner-Researcher at The Hope Center for College, Community, and Justice at Temple University, where he delivered basic needs coaching and technical assistance training to college personnel nationwide. He also served as the Inaugural Director of the Toro Guardian Scholars (TGS) program at California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH), providing case management for former foster youth and supporting students’ basic needs. Throughout his time there, he built the TGS program, launched the CalFresh Outreach program, raised funds to support students in need of academic support and emergency aid, and co-designed an app aimed at securing food for students on campus.

 

He holds a B.A. in Communications from CSUDH and an M.S. in Counseling from California State University, Long Beach, with an emphasis on student development in higher education.

JW1 Consulting

Joshua's Social Media Links
Instagram
LinkedIn
X

]]> Tue, 16 Apr 2024 23:13:14 -0400 Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. 2647 Speaking of College returns after a long break! In this episode, Dr. P. talks with Joshua Williams about ways to navigate college.

Joshua Williams is a Los Angeles-based higher education professional and student development expert. Leading his consultancy, JW1, he focuses on projects around institutional capacity building for colleges, coalition building and organizing, and resource accessibility for disproportionately impacted students. Through JW1, Joshua also develops and champions initiatives that center on community-building to create spaces for diverse groups to share experiences and resources. 

 

Current projects include developing learning communities and providing technical assistance for colleges in the California Community College system. He manages the Real College California Coalition, offering basic needs guidance and implementation support for 94 community colleges. He also provides technical assistance consulting and training for new NextUp foster youth programs.

 

Prior to launching JW1, Joshua was a Practitioner-Researcher at The Hope Center for College, Community, and Justice at Temple University, where he delivered basic needs coaching and technical assistance training to college personnel nationwide. He also served as the Inaugural Director of the Toro Guardian Scholars (TGS) program at California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH), providing case management for former foster youth and supporting students’ basic needs. Throughout his time there, he built the TGS program, launched the CalFresh Outreach program, raised funds to support students in need of academic support and emergency aid, and co-designed an app aimed at securing food for students on campus.

 

He holds a B.A. in Communications from CSUDH and an M.S. in Counseling from California State University, Long Beach, with an emphasis on student development in higher education.

JW1 Consulting

Joshua's Social Media Links
Instagram
LinkedIn
X

]]> navigating college, JW1, Joshua Williams, speaking of college, California State University, Dominguez Hills No What Are the Benefits of Online Learning? 4 4 3 3 What Are the Benefits of Online Learning? full 7d3a4da0-8025-42f0-b180-afbf1a21d4d6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6a77c7a7 As online learning becomes a more commonplace option for college students, this is a good time to discuss the benefits of the experience. In this episode, Dr. P. talks with Dr. Cristi Ford about the basics of online learning and strategies that students can use to be successful in virtual environments.

Dr Ford serves as the Vice President of Academic Affairs at D2L. She brings more than two decades of cumulative experience in higher education, secondary education, project management, program evaluation, training, and student services to her role. In this role, she offers thought leadership and direction to the academic affairs unit of the organization. Her previous roles have allowed her to have impact in education from secondary and higher education settings as well as the on the international landscape. Her reach has allowed her to focus on building online education in the US and African continent.

Dr. Ford was selected by the Online Learning Consortium, as the 2022 OLC Fellow which is the highest professional distinction offered by the association.  She is a tireless advocate for quality online education where she has leveraged her passion and expertise in many realms in the education space. She is known for utilizing her leadership in extraordinary ways to help institutions build capacity to launch and expand online programming through effective faculty development, instructional design and pedagogical practices.


Dr. Ford holds a PhD in Educational Leadership from the University of Missouri-Columbia, and undergraduate and graduate degrees in the field of Psychology from Hampton University and University of Baltimore, respectively.

Dr. Ford on Twitter
D2L Teach & Learn Podcast

]]> As online learning becomes a more commonplace option for college students, this is a good time to discuss the benefits of the experience. In this episode, Dr. P. talks with Dr. Cristi Ford about the basics of online learning and strategies that students can use to be successful in virtual environments.

Dr Ford serves as the Vice President of Academic Affairs at D2L. She brings more than two decades of cumulative experience in higher education, secondary education, project management, program evaluation, training, and student services to her role. In this role, she offers thought leadership and direction to the academic affairs unit of the organization. Her previous roles have allowed her to have impact in education from secondary and higher education settings as well as the on the international landscape. Her reach has allowed her to focus on building online education in the US and African continent.

Dr. Ford was selected by the Online Learning Consortium, as the 2022 OLC Fellow which is the highest professional distinction offered by the association.  She is a tireless advocate for quality online education where she has leveraged her passion and expertise in many realms in the education space. She is known for utilizing her leadership in extraordinary ways to help institutions build capacity to launch and expand online programming through effective faculty development, instructional design and pedagogical practices.


Dr. Ford holds a PhD in Educational Leadership from the University of Missouri-Columbia, and undergraduate and graduate degrees in the field of Psychology from Hampton University and University of Baltimore, respectively.

Dr. Ford on Twitter
D2L Teach & Learn Podcast

]]> Fri, 14 Apr 2023 15:00:00 -0400 Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. 1549 As online learning becomes a more commonplace option for college students, this is a good time to discuss the benefits of the experience. In this episode, Dr. P. talks with Dr. Cristi Ford about the basics of online learning and strategies that students can use to be successful in virtual environments.

Dr Ford serves as the Vice President of Academic Affairs at D2L. She brings more than two decades of cumulative experience in higher education, secondary education, project management, program evaluation, training, and student services to her role. In this role, she offers thought leadership and direction to the academic affairs unit of the organization. Her previous roles have allowed her to have impact in education from secondary and higher education settings as well as the on the international landscape. Her reach has allowed her to focus on building online education in the US and African continent.

Dr. Ford was selected by the Online Learning Consortium, as the 2022 OLC Fellow which is the highest professional distinction offered by the association.  She is a tireless advocate for quality online education where she has leveraged her passion and expertise in many realms in the education space. She is known for utilizing her leadership in extraordinary ways to help institutions build capacity to launch and expand online programming through effective faculty development, instructional design and pedagogical practices.


Dr. Ford holds a PhD in Educational Leadership from the University of Missouri-Columbia, and undergraduate and graduate degrees in the field of Psychology from Hampton University and University of Baltimore, respectively.

Dr. Ford on Twitter
D2L Teach & Learn Podcast

]]> college, podcast, higher education, D2L, Cristi Ford, Amelia Parnell, online, online learning, wifi, online learner, college online, virtual learning, asynchronous learning, synchronous learning No How Can Students Showcase Their Knowledge? 4 4 2 2 How Can Students Showcase Their Knowledge? full 2d158c23-2693-4e64-9af0-8b32db741367 https://share.transistor.fm/s/bfb86cfb In this episode, Dr. P. and guest Helen Chen discuss the many options that students have to showcase their learning online.

Helen is a research scientist in the Designing Education Lab in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Stanford University. She holds an undergraduate degree in communication from UCLA and a PhD in communication with a minor in psychology from Stanford. Helen is a board member for the Association for Authentic, Experiential and Evidence-Based Learning (AAEEBL) and is a co-author of Documenting Learning with ePortfolios: A Guide for College Instructors and co-executive editor of the International Journal of ePortfolio. She works closely with the Association of American Colleges and Universities and consults with institutions on general education redesign, authentic assessment approaches, design thinking, and personal branding and ePortfolios. Helen's current research and scholarship focus on engineering and entrepreneurship education; the pedagogy of portfolios and reflective practice in higher education; and redesigning how learning is recorded and recognized in traditional transcripts and academic credentials.

Helen Chen on LinkedIn

]]> In this episode, Dr. P. and guest Helen Chen discuss the many options that students have to showcase their learning online.

Helen is a research scientist in the Designing Education Lab in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Stanford University. She holds an undergraduate degree in communication from UCLA and a PhD in communication with a minor in psychology from Stanford. Helen is a board member for the Association for Authentic, Experiential and Evidence-Based Learning (AAEEBL) and is a co-author of Documenting Learning with ePortfolios: A Guide for College Instructors and co-executive editor of the International Journal of ePortfolio. She works closely with the Association of American Colleges and Universities and consults with institutions on general education redesign, authentic assessment approaches, design thinking, and personal branding and ePortfolios. Helen's current research and scholarship focus on engineering and entrepreneurship education; the pedagogy of portfolios and reflective practice in higher education; and redesigning how learning is recorded and recognized in traditional transcripts and academic credentials.

Helen Chen on LinkedIn

]]> Mon, 20 Mar 2023 19:34:59 -0400 Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. 2017 In this episode, Dr. P. and guest Helen Chen discuss the many options that students have to showcase their learning online.

Helen is a research scientist in the Designing Education Lab in the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Stanford University. She holds an undergraduate degree in communication from UCLA and a PhD in communication with a minor in psychology from Stanford. Helen is a board member for the Association for Authentic, Experiential and Evidence-Based Learning (AAEEBL) and is a co-author of Documenting Learning with ePortfolios: A Guide for College Instructors and co-executive editor of the International Journal of ePortfolio. She works closely with the Association of American Colleges and Universities and consults with institutions on general education redesign, authentic assessment approaches, design thinking, and personal branding and ePortfolios. Helen's current research and scholarship focus on engineering and entrepreneurship education; the pedagogy of portfolios and reflective practice in higher education; and redesigning how learning is recorded and recognized in traditional transcripts and academic credentials.

Helen Chen on LinkedIn

]]> college, portfolio, ePortfolio, Helen Chen, Amelia Parnell, speaking of college, college, learning, online, records No What Does a College Board of Trustees Do? 4 4 1 1 What Does a College Board of Trustees Do? full f757d7ef-b89b-4d48-9b0c-1ab362bac1df https://share.transistor.fm/s/d88a6109 College boards of trustees are responsible for helping ensure that students receive the best college experiences possible. In this episode, Alison Griffin and Dr. P. talk about the roles and responsibilities of boards of trustees, including common misconceptions and the ways in which the work of a board can positively impact students. 

Alison Griffin is Senior Vice President at Whiteboard Advisors, a mission-driven communications, research, and consulting firm that supports organizations working to advance educational equity and economic mobility. Alison's experience on the implementation side of higher education and workforce development, and as a grantmaker, is reflected in her practical understanding of how policy shapes practice. Her career in postsecondary education policy includes two terms as a policy advisor to the Chairman of the U.S. House of Education and the Workforce, as well as an early career role with the American Association of State Colleges and Universities where she guided state policy development. Alison joined Whiteboard Advisors after leading national engagement, government relations and external affairs for Strada Education Network.

Alison believes the solutions to our most pressing education and workforce challenges from access to affordability to the alignment between skills and employment are rooted in thoughtful collaboration among a growing community of diverse voices. As a natural convener and connector across policymakers, impact investors, entrepreneurs, practitioners and employers, Alison is often at the center of moderating conversations and guiding solutions among national and state-level subject matter experts.

Alison is a frequent commentator in the media on issues at the intersection of postsecondary education and employment. She is a Forbes contributor and her opinion pieces have appeared in The Hill, The Washington Post and EdSurge. Alison co-leads Whiteboard’s postsecondary education practice from Boulder, Colorado. Appointed by Governor Jared Polis (D) in 2019 to the Colorado Mesa University Board of Trustees, Alison currently serves as chair of the Board. She is the vice chair of the Board of the Colorado League of Charter Schools and served the state of Colorado as a 2020 Governor’s Fellow. Alison holds a masters degree in education from the University of Georgia and graduated with undergraduate degrees in business and psychology from Southern Methodist University. As an avid reader and live music lover, her goal each year is to read more than 52 books and see at least 20 concerts.


Alison Griffin on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Forbes

Resources Mentioned in This Episode
Colorado Mesa University

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com   

]]> College boards of trustees are responsible for helping ensure that students receive the best college experiences possible. In this episode, Alison Griffin and Dr. P. talk about the roles and responsibilities of boards of trustees, including common misconceptions and the ways in which the work of a board can positively impact students. 

Alison Griffin is Senior Vice President at Whiteboard Advisors, a mission-driven communications, research, and consulting firm that supports organizations working to advance educational equity and economic mobility. Alison's experience on the implementation side of higher education and workforce development, and as a grantmaker, is reflected in her practical understanding of how policy shapes practice. Her career in postsecondary education policy includes two terms as a policy advisor to the Chairman of the U.S. House of Education and the Workforce, as well as an early career role with the American Association of State Colleges and Universities where she guided state policy development. Alison joined Whiteboard Advisors after leading national engagement, government relations and external affairs for Strada Education Network.

Alison believes the solutions to our most pressing education and workforce challenges from access to affordability to the alignment between skills and employment are rooted in thoughtful collaboration among a growing community of diverse voices. As a natural convener and connector across policymakers, impact investors, entrepreneurs, practitioners and employers, Alison is often at the center of moderating conversations and guiding solutions among national and state-level subject matter experts.

Alison is a frequent commentator in the media on issues at the intersection of postsecondary education and employment. She is a Forbes contributor and her opinion pieces have appeared in The Hill, The Washington Post and EdSurge. Alison co-leads Whiteboard’s postsecondary education practice from Boulder, Colorado. Appointed by Governor Jared Polis (D) in 2019 to the Colorado Mesa University Board of Trustees, Alison currently serves as chair of the Board. She is the vice chair of the Board of the Colorado League of Charter Schools and served the state of Colorado as a 2020 Governor’s Fellow. Alison holds a masters degree in education from the University of Georgia and graduated with undergraduate degrees in business and psychology from Southern Methodist University. As an avid reader and live music lover, her goal each year is to read more than 52 books and see at least 20 concerts.


Alison Griffin on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Forbes

Resources Mentioned in This Episode
Colorado Mesa University

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com   

]]> Mon, 06 Mar 2023 20:10:20 -0500 Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. 1909 College boards of trustees are responsible for helping ensure that students receive the best college experiences possible. In this episode, Alison Griffin and Dr. P. talk about the roles and responsibilities of boards of trustees, including common misconceptions and the ways in which the work of a board can positively impact students. 

Alison Griffin is Senior Vice President at Whiteboard Advisors, a mission-driven communications, research, and consulting firm that supports organizations working to advance educational equity and economic mobility. Alison's experience on the implementation side of higher education and workforce development, and as a grantmaker, is reflected in her practical understanding of how policy shapes practice. Her career in postsecondary education policy includes two terms as a policy advisor to the Chairman of the U.S. House of Education and the Workforce, as well as an early career role with the American Association of State Colleges and Universities where she guided state policy development. Alison joined Whiteboard Advisors after leading national engagement, government relations and external affairs for Strada Education Network.

Alison believes the solutions to our most pressing education and workforce challenges from access to affordability to the alignment between skills and employment are rooted in thoughtful collaboration among a growing community of diverse voices. As a natural convener and connector across policymakers, impact investors, entrepreneurs, practitioners and employers, Alison is often at the center of moderating conversations and guiding solutions among national and state-level subject matter experts.

Alison is a frequent commentator in the media on issues at the intersection of postsecondary education and employment. She is a Forbes contributor and her opinion pieces have appeared in The Hill, The Washington Post and EdSurge. Alison co-leads Whiteboard’s postsecondary education practice from Boulder, Colorado. Appointed by Governor Jared Polis (D) in 2019 to the Colorado Mesa University Board of Trustees, Alison currently serves as chair of the Board. She is the vice chair of the Board of the Colorado League of Charter Schools and served the state of Colorado as a 2020 Governor’s Fellow. Alison holds a masters degree in education from the University of Georgia and graduated with undergraduate degrees in business and psychology from Southern Methodist University. As an avid reader and live music lover, her goal each year is to read more than 52 books and see at least 20 concerts.


Alison Griffin on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Forbes

Resources Mentioned in This Episode
Colorado Mesa University

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com   

]]> college, trustees, mesa, Colorado, Alison, Griffin, Alison Griffin, cost, tuition, students, Amelia Parnell, higher education, governance No How Can You Develop Healthy Behaviors? 3 3 4 4 How Can You Develop Healthy Behaviors? full fcd700ba-78a3-4957-ab02-8c0f6e8fb140 https://share.transistor.fm/s/8edd6aac Healthy behaviors are essential as students manage multiple priorities such as coursework, studying, and social engagements. In this episode, Dr. P. talks with Jonathan Muruako, founder of Fitalyst, about how college students can address their health and wellness in holistic ways.

Muruako is a first-generation Nigerian-American who was born and raised in a small town in Mississippi. He attended the University of Pennsylvania as a Gates Millennium Scholar and received a Bachelors degree in Biological Basis of Behavior and completed a Dual Degree Masters in Public Health and Bioethics. He will begin his third Masters program at Penn this fall in Nonprofit Leadership. As mentioned, Muruako is the founder of Fitalyst, which uses college student and campus data to promote student wellness behavior. As a student-entrepreneur, his interests lie at the intersection of wellness, education, and equity. He enjoys reading, exploring new environments, and playing basketball. 

Muruako on LinkedIn

Resources Mentioned in This Episode
Fitalyst Website

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com   

]]> Healthy behaviors are essential as students manage multiple priorities such as coursework, studying, and social engagements. In this episode, Dr. P. talks with Jonathan Muruako, founder of Fitalyst, about how college students can address their health and wellness in holistic ways.

Muruako is a first-generation Nigerian-American who was born and raised in a small town in Mississippi. He attended the University of Pennsylvania as a Gates Millennium Scholar and received a Bachelors degree in Biological Basis of Behavior and completed a Dual Degree Masters in Public Health and Bioethics. He will begin his third Masters program at Penn this fall in Nonprofit Leadership. As mentioned, Muruako is the founder of Fitalyst, which uses college student and campus data to promote student wellness behavior. As a student-entrepreneur, his interests lie at the intersection of wellness, education, and equity. He enjoys reading, exploring new environments, and playing basketball. 

Muruako on LinkedIn

Resources Mentioned in This Episode
Fitalyst Website

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com   

]]> Thu, 23 Jun 2022 21:11:15 -0400 Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. 2288 Dr. P. and guest Jonathan Muruako discuss how to develop and maintain healthy behaviors in college. Dr. P. and guest Jonathan Muruako discuss how to develop and maintain healthy behaviors in college. college, higher education, Jonathan Muruako, Nigeria, fitalyst, Dr. P., Amelia Parnell, health, wellness, well being, wellbeing, well-being, sleep, water, exercise, treadmill, watch No What Should You Consider After College? 3 3 3 3 What Should You Consider After College? full 805f01e7-4996-413c-a1af-046209dc8682 https://share.transistor.fm/s/13f2723b Understanding how college processes work is a good way to prepare for a successful college experience. It is also important to consider some common aspects of college life. In this episode, Dr. P. talks about life after college with Hamza Shittu, a recent graduate who offers great advice about things that soon-to-be college graduates should consider.

Hamza is now a podcast producer at Goat Rodeo, a company based in the Washington, DC area. A creative at heart, Hamza has always found ways to express who he is through various forms of media, whether it’s through music, video production, or graphic and web design. Looking forward, Hamza is working toward being a composer for tv and film. He is a firm believer that music can unite and connect others and he aims to inspire others through sound.

During the break, Dr. P. describes her new book. The Ask Dr. P. segment features a question about how to prepare a resume if you do not have many or any paid employment experiences.


Hamza Shittu on YouTube
Hamza Shittu on Spotify
Hamza Shittu on Apple Music
Hamza Shittu on Soundcloud

Resources Mentioned in This Episode
Dr. P.'s new book, You Are a Data Person: Strategies for Using Analytics on Campus

Posse Foundation

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com  

]]> Understanding how college processes work is a good way to prepare for a successful college experience. It is also important to consider some common aspects of college life. In this episode, Dr. P. talks about life after college with Hamza Shittu, a recent graduate who offers great advice about things that soon-to-be college graduates should consider.

Hamza is now a podcast producer at Goat Rodeo, a company based in the Washington, DC area. A creative at heart, Hamza has always found ways to express who he is through various forms of media, whether it’s through music, video production, or graphic and web design. Looking forward, Hamza is working toward being a composer for tv and film. He is a firm believer that music can unite and connect others and he aims to inspire others through sound.

During the break, Dr. P. describes her new book. The Ask Dr. P. segment features a question about how to prepare a resume if you do not have many or any paid employment experiences.


Hamza Shittu on YouTube
Hamza Shittu on Spotify
Hamza Shittu on Apple Music
Hamza Shittu on Soundcloud

Resources Mentioned in This Episode
Dr. P.'s new book, You Are a Data Person: Strategies for Using Analytics on Campus

Posse Foundation

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com  

]]> Thu, 10 Feb 2022 19:56:55 -0500 Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. 2050 Dr. P. and guest Hamza Shittu discuss how to prepare for life after college. During the break, Dr. P. describes her new solo book. The closing Ask Dr. P. segment features a question about how to prepare a resume with less paid work experience. Dr. P. and guest Hamza Shittu discuss how to prepare for life after college. During the break, Dr. P. describes her new solo book. The closing Ask Dr. P. segment features a question about how to prepare a resume with less paid work experience. college, podcast, Amelia, Parnell, Amelia Parnell, Hamza, Shittu, Hamza Shittu, life after college, you are a data person, data person, data, dr. p., study abroad No Quick Tips for Enjoying a Holiday Break 3 3 2 2 Quick Tips for Enjoying a Holiday Break full d2b8425e-a30e-41a7-a2eb-63c89cdfa326 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e58a5b2a Quick Tips for Enjoying a Holiday Break 

1- Rest if you can.
2- Reflect on your good experiences. 
3- Repeat your healthy habits.
4- Reconnect with your hobbies.
5- Remember others. 

]]> Quick Tips for Enjoying a Holiday Break 

1- Rest if you can.
2- Reflect on your good experiences. 
3- Repeat your healthy habits.
4- Reconnect with your hobbies.
5- Remember others. 

]]> Thu, 16 Dec 2021 19:44:24 -0500 Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. 177 In this episode of Quick Tips, Dr. P. shares 5 suggestions, all of which (kinda) start with the letter R, for how to enjoy a holiday break. In this episode of Quick Tips, Dr. P. shares 5 suggestions, all of which (kinda) start with the letter R, for how to enjoy a holiday break. college, higher education, Dr. P., speaking, speaking of college, Amelia Parnell, college, holiday, rest, remember, healthy habits No How Does a College Pay Its Bills? 3 3 1 1 How Does a College Pay Its Bills? full b526124d-99ef-4587-8181-29b45f8483bd https://share.transistor.fm/s/8f3e84b9 As we continue to read about the rising cost for students to attend college, now is a good time to also discuss the various costs of operating a college. In this episode, Dr. P. talks with Liz LaPolt Clark about how money flows on a campus. The conversation covers specific sources of revenue, interesting types of expenses, and the many offices that are responsible for making sure a college's financial resources are managed well.

Liz is Vice President for Policy and Research at the National Association of College and University Business Officers (NACUBO), a membership organization representing more than 1,700 colleges and universities across the country. Liz is a member of the NACUBO executive leadership group and heads the team responsible for analysis of federal regulatory and legislative actions, research, and communications at NACUBO. She has been widely quoted in the press and is a sought-after speaker on how Washington politics and federal policies impact higher education. 

Liz got her start on Capitol Hill in 1999, running Cornell University's first Washington, DC-based federal relations office, and in her career has led federal affairs for the State University of New York (SUNY) System and for Oregon State University. A native of Liberty, NY, Liz is a graduate of Binghamton University (SUNY) and received a Master’s degree from Cornell University. She currently lives in Fort Washington, Maryland.


During the break, Dr. P. describes her new book. The Ask Dr. P. segment features a question about how to make new friends.


Liz Clark on Twitter
Liz Clark on LinkedIn
Liz's Bio

Resources Mentioned in This Episode
Dr. P.'s new book, You Are a Data Person: Strategies for Using Analytics on Campus

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com  

]]> As we continue to read about the rising cost for students to attend college, now is a good time to also discuss the various costs of operating a college. In this episode, Dr. P. talks with Liz LaPolt Clark about how money flows on a campus. The conversation covers specific sources of revenue, interesting types of expenses, and the many offices that are responsible for making sure a college's financial resources are managed well.

Liz is Vice President for Policy and Research at the National Association of College and University Business Officers (NACUBO), a membership organization representing more than 1,700 colleges and universities across the country. Liz is a member of the NACUBO executive leadership group and heads the team responsible for analysis of federal regulatory and legislative actions, research, and communications at NACUBO. She has been widely quoted in the press and is a sought-after speaker on how Washington politics and federal policies impact higher education. 

Liz got her start on Capitol Hill in 1999, running Cornell University's first Washington, DC-based federal relations office, and in her career has led federal affairs for the State University of New York (SUNY) System and for Oregon State University. A native of Liberty, NY, Liz is a graduate of Binghamton University (SUNY) and received a Master’s degree from Cornell University. She currently lives in Fort Washington, Maryland.


During the break, Dr. P. describes her new book. The Ask Dr. P. segment features a question about how to make new friends.


Liz Clark on Twitter
Liz Clark on LinkedIn
Liz's Bio

Resources Mentioned in This Episode
Dr. P.'s new book, You Are a Data Person: Strategies for Using Analytics on Campus

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com  

]]> Wed, 01 Dec 2021 21:36:42 -0500 Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. 1881 Dr. P. and guest Liz LaPolt Clark discuss how the various costs of operating a college and how a college pays its bills. During the break, Dr. P. describes her new solo book. The closing Ask Dr. P. segment features a question about how to make new friends. Dr. P. and guest Liz LaPolt Clark discuss how the various costs of operating a college and how a college pays its bills. During the break, Dr. P. describes her new solo book. The closing Ask Dr. P. segment features a question about how to make new friends college, higher education, Liz Clark, Amelia Parnell, Dr. P., making friends, friends, business officers, bursar, financial aid, endowment, you are a data person, data person, Parnell, nacubo No What Does a College President Do? 2 2 8 8 What Does a College President Do? full 1b1f4a0d-685a-4fa4-8d93-864b60c02097 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d05f7c85 College presidents are often responsible for making myriad decisions and balancing competing priorities. As a result, college presidents have one of the most critical and visible positions in higher education. In this episode, Dr. P. talks with Dr. Herman Felton, Jr., president of Wiley College, about his professional journey, the skillsets and habits that help him succeed as a college leader, and some of the things he does in a typical day of work.

In the summer of 2018, Herman began his service as the 17th president of Wiley College. In a short period of time, he has achieved significant accomplishments, including spearheading a campaign with college alumni and supporters that has launched the work to renovate and modernize the Thomas W. Cole Library and partnering with the Marshall Economic Development Corporation to receive a $100,000 grant to renovate KBWC, the college’s radio station as well as a training space for physical education majors. President Felton has also created a Student Health, Counseling, and Wellness Unit for the college that is staffed with a full-time licensed practitioner. In addition to his accomplishments on Wiley’s campus, President Felton has immersed himself in the fabric of the Marshall Community, where he is a member of the Marshall Rotary Club, the Marshall Chamber of Commerce, and the Citizens Advisory Council. 

Prior to Wiley College, Dr. Felton was the 21st president of Wilberforce University in Wilberforce, Ohio. Before his tenure at Wilberforce University, Dr. Felton served as senior vice president, chief operating officer, and vice president of institutional advancement for Livingstone College in Salisbury, North Carolina. He was also the director of development while serving as a lecturer in the Government, Law, and International Affairs Department at Murray State University in Murray, Kentucky. 

Dr. Felton earned his bachelor’s degree in political science from Edward Waters College in Jacksonville, Florida. He also earned his Juris Doctorate from the Levin College of Law at the University of Florida and completed graduate work at Jackson State University, where he earned the Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Administration and Supervision. 

He is co-founder of the Higher Education Leadership Foundation (H.E.L.F.), an organization ensuring that a pipeline of transformational, highly skilled and principled leaders are identified and cultivated to meet the needs, challenges and opportunities facing the nation’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Dr. Felton served in the United States Marine Corps for eight years. He is married to the lovely Katherine Anne Felton and is the father of Jamal, Paige, and Herman, III.


The Did You Know segment suggests a new report that addresses the value of college. The Ask Dr. P. segment features a question about choosing a good housing option.


Resources Mentioned in This Episode
Higher Education Leadership Foundation
Postsecondary Value Commission

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com  

]]> College presidents are often responsible for making myriad decisions and balancing competing priorities. As a result, college presidents have one of the most critical and visible positions in higher education. In this episode, Dr. P. talks with Dr. Herman Felton, Jr., president of Wiley College, about his professional journey, the skillsets and habits that help him succeed as a college leader, and some of the things he does in a typical day of work.

In the summer of 2018, Herman began his service as the 17th president of Wiley College. In a short period of time, he has achieved significant accomplishments, including spearheading a campaign with college alumni and supporters that has launched the work to renovate and modernize the Thomas W. Cole Library and partnering with the Marshall Economic Development Corporation to receive a $100,000 grant to renovate KBWC, the college’s radio station as well as a training space for physical education majors. President Felton has also created a Student Health, Counseling, and Wellness Unit for the college that is staffed with a full-time licensed practitioner. In addition to his accomplishments on Wiley’s campus, President Felton has immersed himself in the fabric of the Marshall Community, where he is a member of the Marshall Rotary Club, the Marshall Chamber of Commerce, and the Citizens Advisory Council. 

Prior to Wiley College, Dr. Felton was the 21st president of Wilberforce University in Wilberforce, Ohio. Before his tenure at Wilberforce University, Dr. Felton served as senior vice president, chief operating officer, and vice president of institutional advancement for Livingstone College in Salisbury, North Carolina. He was also the director of development while serving as a lecturer in the Government, Law, and International Affairs Department at Murray State University in Murray, Kentucky. 

Dr. Felton earned his bachelor’s degree in political science from Edward Waters College in Jacksonville, Florida. He also earned his Juris Doctorate from the Levin College of Law at the University of Florida and completed graduate work at Jackson State University, where he earned the Doctor of Philosophy in Educational Administration and Supervision. 

He is co-founder of the Higher Education Leadership Foundation (H.E.L.F.), an organization ensuring that a pipeline of transformational, highly skilled and principled leaders are identified and cultivated to meet the needs, challenges and opportunities facing the nation’s Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Dr. Felton served in the United States Marine Corps for eight years. He is married to the lovely Katherine Anne Felton and is the father of Jamal, Paige, and Herman, III.


The Did You Know segment suggests a new report that addresses the value of college. The Ask Dr. P. segment features a question about choosing a good housing option.


Resources Mentioned in This Episode
Higher Education Leadership Foundation
Postsecondary Value Commission

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com  

]]> Tue, 03 Aug 2021 23:18:11 -0400 Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. 2676 Dr. P. and guest Dr. Herman Felton, Jr. discuss the role of the college president. The Did You Know segment describes a report that addresses the value of college. The closing Ask Dr. P. segment features a question about choosing a good housing option. Dr. P. and guest Dr. Herman Felton, Jr. discuss the role of the college president. The Did You Know segment describes a report that addresses the value of college. The closing Ask Dr. P. segment features a question about choosing a good housing option. college, president, Herman Felton Jr, Amelia Parnell, Wiley, Wiley College, endowment, Texas, Wilberforce, Wilberforce University, HELF, Higher Education Leadership Foundation, Edward Waters College, college president No What Does a College Registrar Do? 2 2 7 7 What Does a College Registrar Do? full fc625ba9-07b5-4a8a-bcae-5c44238f26df https://share.transistor.fm/s/60939a48 One of the most important parts of a college experience is the opportunity to learn new things in the classroom and outside the classroom. As students earn credits for courses and other engagements, it is critical for them to have official records that reflect what they know and can do. One role on campus that helps with that is the college registrar and in this episode, Dr. P. talks with Dr. Tom Green, an expert on how colleges maintain students' academic records.

Tom is Associate Executive Director, Consulting and Strategic Enrollment Management at the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO). During Tom Green’s more than 30-year career as an enrollment manager, he has led enrollment management efforts for six universities and collaborated with both public and private institutions to reach their goals. Tom brings proven best-practice expertise in developing effective recruitment strategies, enhancing and streamlining financial aid processes, maximizing institutional aid, identifying customer service/CRM strategies, and implementing and evaluating comprehensive service systems for colleges and universities.

Tom’s first-hand education experience includes his tenure as Vice President for Enrollment Management at Eastern Michigan University, and as Associate Vice President for Enrollment Services at Seton Hall University in New Jersey. There, Tom oversaw multiple functions including admission, bursar, financial aid and registrar offices. Under his direction, new student enrollment grew by 12% while SAT scores rose by over 65 points. While heading academic advising, adult re-entry centers, admission, registrar and financial aid operations at Newman University, Tom lead the university to a 54% increase in freshman students and net revenue increases of 95%.

A former chair for AACRAO’s financial aid, enrollment management and retention committees, Tom is a sought-after speaker at enrollment meetings and conferences worldwide. He holds a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership, Management and Policy from Seton Hall University.

The Did You Know segment suggests an option for finding out about jobs in high demand. The Ask Dr. P. segment features a question about how to manage a busy schedule.


Dr. Green's Social Media Links
Twitter: @thesemdoctor

Resources Mentioned in This Episode
Comprehensive Learner Record
Bureau of Labor Statistics Fastest Growing Occupations

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com  

]]> One of the most important parts of a college experience is the opportunity to learn new things in the classroom and outside the classroom. As students earn credits for courses and other engagements, it is critical for them to have official records that reflect what they know and can do. One role on campus that helps with that is the college registrar and in this episode, Dr. P. talks with Dr. Tom Green, an expert on how colleges maintain students' academic records.

Tom is Associate Executive Director, Consulting and Strategic Enrollment Management at the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO). During Tom Green’s more than 30-year career as an enrollment manager, he has led enrollment management efforts for six universities and collaborated with both public and private institutions to reach their goals. Tom brings proven best-practice expertise in developing effective recruitment strategies, enhancing and streamlining financial aid processes, maximizing institutional aid, identifying customer service/CRM strategies, and implementing and evaluating comprehensive service systems for colleges and universities.

Tom’s first-hand education experience includes his tenure as Vice President for Enrollment Management at Eastern Michigan University, and as Associate Vice President for Enrollment Services at Seton Hall University in New Jersey. There, Tom oversaw multiple functions including admission, bursar, financial aid and registrar offices. Under his direction, new student enrollment grew by 12% while SAT scores rose by over 65 points. While heading academic advising, adult re-entry centers, admission, registrar and financial aid operations at Newman University, Tom lead the university to a 54% increase in freshman students and net revenue increases of 95%.

A former chair for AACRAO’s financial aid, enrollment management and retention committees, Tom is a sought-after speaker at enrollment meetings and conferences worldwide. He holds a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership, Management and Policy from Seton Hall University.

The Did You Know segment suggests an option for finding out about jobs in high demand. The Ask Dr. P. segment features a question about how to manage a busy schedule.


Dr. Green's Social Media Links
Twitter: @thesemdoctor

Resources Mentioned in This Episode
Comprehensive Learner Record
Bureau of Labor Statistics Fastest Growing Occupations

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com  

]]> Tue, 13 Jul 2021 19:01:21 -0400 Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. 2273 Dr. P. and guest Dr. Tom Green discuss the role of the college registrar. The Did You Know segment suggests a way that students can find out about jobs that are in high demand. The closing Ask Dr. P. segment features a question about how to manage a busy schedule. Dr. P. and guest Dr. Tom Green discuss the role of the college registrar. The Did You Know segment suggests a way that students can find out about jobs that are in high demand. The closing Ask Dr. P. segment features a question about how to manage a busy college, higher education, registrar, Tom Green, Amelia Parnell, BLS, bureau of labor statistics, jobs, calendar, transcript, grades, gpa, schedule, scheduling, class, coursework, credit, credit hour No Quick Tips for Completing a Writing Assignment 2 2 6 6 Quick Tips for Completing a Writing Assignment full 291ff7c2-362f-445b-95aa-d163c38d9e74 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4dab5d4d In this episode of Quick Tips, Dr. P. provides 4 quick suggestions for completing a writing assignment. 

Tip 1: Plan Ahead
Tip 2: Make an Outline
Tip 3: Review the Style Requirements
Tip 4: Ask for a Review

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> In this episode of Quick Tips, Dr. P. provides 4 quick suggestions for completing a writing assignment. 

Tip 1: Plan Ahead
Tip 2: Make an Outline
Tip 3: Review the Style Requirements
Tip 4: Ask for a Review

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> Sun, 16 May 2021 20:33:45 -0400 Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. 202 In this episode of Quick Tips, Dr. P. provides 4 suggestions for completing a writing assignment. In this episode of Quick Tips, Dr. P. provides 4 suggestions for completing a writing assignment. college, writing assignment, podcast, writing, college writing center, writing center, Amelia Parnell, quick tips, quick, tips speaking of college No What's Up With College Sports? 2 2 5 5 What's Up With College Sports? full 0a10bbbf-d60a-499b-9c03-55d91e56e4a3 https://share.transistor.fm/s/2e24694f Many colleges in the United States have an athletic program comprised of multiple sports such as basketball, football, track and field, softball, and many other options. These sports generate revenue and offer opportunities for students, faculty, alumni, staff and others to cheer for team victories together. In this episode, Dr. P. has a great conversation about college sports with Dr. Monique Ositelu, a researcher, entrepreneur, advisor, speaker, author, strategist, and advocate for marginalized students. As a first-generation child of an immigrant parent from Nigeria, Dr. Ositelu values college as a lever to propel students from the limitations of their childhood zip codes.

 

Last year, Monique launched a consulting firm to help nonprofit organizations, colleges, and universities harness the benefits of data to curate meaningful strategies that promote student success and socioeconomic mobility. Monique also serves as a Senior Policy Analyst for Higher Education with the Education Policy Program at New America, a bipartisan policy think-tank located in Washington, D.C.

 

Prior to joining New America, Monique held several research and practitioner roles, including positions with the Florida Legislature, College Autism Network, and Florida State University’s Center for Academic Retention and Enhancement.

 

Monique received the Dissertation of the Year Award from the American Association of Blacks in Higher Education for her research study that focused on the impact of distributing academic performance rate penalties on men’s sports athletes’ graduation rates and the potential differential impacts on men’s sport athletes at historically black colleges and universities. That research has also led her to presenting at numerous conferences, publishing in academic journals, and recently being quoted in NPR’s show All Things Considered as a content and data expert to discuss the NCAA’s use of academic performance rate metrics.

 

Monique is also an accomplished track and field athlete, as she competed as a Division I track and field athlete with a Southern Conference championship title in the 800 meters. She also earned a bronze medal in the 1500m at the 2007 U.S. Junior Olympics and qualified in the 800m for Nigeria’s national track and field team. In addition to her own athletic achievements, Monique served as a Graduate Assistant Coach for the Women’s and Men’s cross country and track & field teams at the University of Texas at El Paso.

 

Monique holds a PhD in Higher Education, with a specialization in Public Policy, from Florida State University (FSU), a Master’s in Public Administration, with a focus in Public Policy & Management, from the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP), and a bachelor’s of science in Psychology from Furman University.

Dr. Ositelu resides in the Washington, DC metro area and during her free time, she enjoys traveling internationally (pre-COVID), cooking gourmet meals, mentoring youth, and spending time with her family and her Havanese pup -- Kofi!

The Did You Know segment suggests an option for making new friends and exploring interests in college. The Ask Dr. P. segment features a question about how to calculate daily interest on a student loan.


Dr. Ositelu's Social Media Links
Twitter: @moniqueositelu
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/moniqueositelu-phd

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> Many colleges in the United States have an athletic program comprised of multiple sports such as basketball, football, track and field, softball, and many other options. These sports generate revenue and offer opportunities for students, faculty, alumni, staff and others to cheer for team victories together. In this episode, Dr. P. has a great conversation about college sports with Dr. Monique Ositelu, a researcher, entrepreneur, advisor, speaker, author, strategist, and advocate for marginalized students. As a first-generation child of an immigrant parent from Nigeria, Dr. Ositelu values college as a lever to propel students from the limitations of their childhood zip codes.

 

Last year, Monique launched a consulting firm to help nonprofit organizations, colleges, and universities harness the benefits of data to curate meaningful strategies that promote student success and socioeconomic mobility. Monique also serves as a Senior Policy Analyst for Higher Education with the Education Policy Program at New America, a bipartisan policy think-tank located in Washington, D.C.

 

Prior to joining New America, Monique held several research and practitioner roles, including positions with the Florida Legislature, College Autism Network, and Florida State University’s Center for Academic Retention and Enhancement.

 

Monique received the Dissertation of the Year Award from the American Association of Blacks in Higher Education for her research study that focused on the impact of distributing academic performance rate penalties on men’s sports athletes’ graduation rates and the potential differential impacts on men’s sport athletes at historically black colleges and universities. That research has also led her to presenting at numerous conferences, publishing in academic journals, and recently being quoted in NPR’s show All Things Considered as a content and data expert to discuss the NCAA’s use of academic performance rate metrics.

 

Monique is also an accomplished track and field athlete, as she competed as a Division I track and field athlete with a Southern Conference championship title in the 800 meters. She also earned a bronze medal in the 1500m at the 2007 U.S. Junior Olympics and qualified in the 800m for Nigeria’s national track and field team. In addition to her own athletic achievements, Monique served as a Graduate Assistant Coach for the Women’s and Men’s cross country and track & field teams at the University of Texas at El Paso.

 

Monique holds a PhD in Higher Education, with a specialization in Public Policy, from Florida State University (FSU), a Master’s in Public Administration, with a focus in Public Policy & Management, from the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP), and a bachelor’s of science in Psychology from Furman University.

Dr. Ositelu resides in the Washington, DC metro area and during her free time, she enjoys traveling internationally (pre-COVID), cooking gourmet meals, mentoring youth, and spending time with her family and her Havanese pup -- Kofi!

The Did You Know segment suggests an option for making new friends and exploring interests in college. The Ask Dr. P. segment features a question about how to calculate daily interest on a student loan.


Dr. Ositelu's Social Media Links
Twitter: @moniqueositelu
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/moniqueositelu-phd

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> Sun, 02 May 2021 17:42:54 -0400 Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. 2059 Dr. P. and guest Dr. Monique Ositelu discuss college sports and the experiences of student athletes. The Did You Know segment suggests a way that students can explore their interests and make new friends. The closing Ask Dr. P. segment features a question about how to calculate daily interest on a student loan. Dr. P. and guest Dr. Monique Ositelu discuss college sports and the experiences of student athletes. The Did You Know segment suggests a way that students can explore their interests and make new friends. The closing Ask Dr. P. segment features a question college, sports, speaking of college, Monique Ositelu, Amelia Parnell, higher education, college athletics, college sports, college basketball, college football, college track and field, activities fair, campus activities, campus activities fair, student loan, student loan interest, student loan daily accrual, student loan payment No Quick Tips for Staying Organized 2 2 4 4 Quick Tips for Staying Organized full eee223f9-80c8-45d1-81f2-f24734f0f219 https://share.transistor.fm/s/de23cde3 In this episode of Quick Tips, Dr. P. provides four quick suggestions for staying organized. 

Tip 1: Create a Central Location for Non-Digital Items
Tip 2: Use a Calendar
Tip 3: Back Up Your Digital Files
Tip 4: Create Folders for Your Email Messages

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> In this episode of Quick Tips, Dr. P. provides four quick suggestions for staying organized. 

Tip 1: Create a Central Location for Non-Digital Items
Tip 2: Use a Calendar
Tip 3: Back Up Your Digital Files
Tip 4: Create Folders for Your Email Messages

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> Sat, 10 Apr 2021 21:18:41 -0400 Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. 166 In this episode of Quick Tips, Dr. P. provides 4 suggestions for staying organized in college. In this episode of Quick Tips, Dr. P. provides 4 suggestions for staying organized in college. college, Dr. P., calendar, organize, organized, thumb drive, backup, back up, digital files, folder, folders, email messages, email, speaking of college, Amelia, quick, tips, quick tips No What Resources Are Available? 2 2 3 3 What Resources Are Available? full 871a3a24-3e8e-47d2-a4a1-b5e2275dd3b9 https://share.transistor.fm/s/acf49641 College students have to manage all types of needs, such as their financial needs, academic needs, social needs, and health and wellbeing needs to name a few. In this episode, Dr. P. talks with Dr. Sabrina Sanders about some of the resources that are available to help students on their college journey.

Dr. Sanders is part of the team that supports the Graduation Initiative 2025 for the California State University Office of the Chancellor. Graduation Initiative 2025 aims to improve degree completion and eliminate equity gaps for underrepresented and low-income students.  

Sabrina has extensive knowledge of what students need to be successful, as she has served as an Adjunct Faculty member in the College of Education at California State University, Long Beach. She also mentors a number of college students and young professionals in higher education. Prior to her current position, she served as the Dean of Student Affairs at Long Beach City College, where she provided leadership for Student Health & Psychological Services, International Student Programs, Student Life, the Women’s Center, Associated Student Government and she served as the Student Conduct Administrator. Sabrina also has expertise related to equity programs, assessment, leadership development, athletic academic support services, student government, Title IX, and admissions.

Sabrina is also actively involved in her community. She served as a District Captain for 9th District-City of Long Beach, was on the 52nd Assembly District Citizen Advisory Board, and was a Delegate to the 2012 Democratic National Convention for President Barack Obama. She currently serves as a Commissioner on the Long Beach Community Investment Company and the Port of Long Beach Community Grants Program Advisory Committee, both as appointments by the Mayor of Long Beach. Dr. Sanders was awarded the Long Beach Posts “40 under 40” award, the “Woman of Distinction Award” from Senator Ricardo Lara, and the State of California “Woman of the Year” by Speaker of the Assembly, Anthony Rendon. Sabrina is committed to education being the key of opportunities for our families, our community and our society.

The Did You Know segment suggests options for learning and working abroad from home. The Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's question about how to find an internship opportunity.

Time Markers

01:25-Welcome Dr. Sabrina Sanders


09:45-What is a State System?

11:25-What Types of Support Resources are Available?


22:40-How to Access College Resources

29:00-Did You Know: Virtual Options for Learning and Working Abroad


29:32-Ask the Expert: Sabrina's Advice for Taking Advantage of Support Services

33:50: How to Get Connected to Virtual Programs and Resources


47:02-Ask Dr. P: Strategies for Finding an Internship

Resources Mentioned in this Episode
California State University System: https://www2.calstate.edu 
NASPA Undergraduate Fellows Program: https://www.naspa.org/division/naspa-undergraduate-fellows-program-nufp 
Washington State University Virtual Programs: https://ip.wsu.edu/study-abroad/virtual-programs/ 

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> College students have to manage all types of needs, such as their financial needs, academic needs, social needs, and health and wellbeing needs to name a few. In this episode, Dr. P. talks with Dr. Sabrina Sanders about some of the resources that are available to help students on their college journey.

Dr. Sanders is part of the team that supports the Graduation Initiative 2025 for the California State University Office of the Chancellor. Graduation Initiative 2025 aims to improve degree completion and eliminate equity gaps for underrepresented and low-income students.  

Sabrina has extensive knowledge of what students need to be successful, as she has served as an Adjunct Faculty member in the College of Education at California State University, Long Beach. She also mentors a number of college students and young professionals in higher education. Prior to her current position, she served as the Dean of Student Affairs at Long Beach City College, where she provided leadership for Student Health & Psychological Services, International Student Programs, Student Life, the Women’s Center, Associated Student Government and she served as the Student Conduct Administrator. Sabrina also has expertise related to equity programs, assessment, leadership development, athletic academic support services, student government, Title IX, and admissions.

Sabrina is also actively involved in her community. She served as a District Captain for 9th District-City of Long Beach, was on the 52nd Assembly District Citizen Advisory Board, and was a Delegate to the 2012 Democratic National Convention for President Barack Obama. She currently serves as a Commissioner on the Long Beach Community Investment Company and the Port of Long Beach Community Grants Program Advisory Committee, both as appointments by the Mayor of Long Beach. Dr. Sanders was awarded the Long Beach Posts “40 under 40” award, the “Woman of Distinction Award” from Senator Ricardo Lara, and the State of California “Woman of the Year” by Speaker of the Assembly, Anthony Rendon. Sabrina is committed to education being the key of opportunities for our families, our community and our society.

The Did You Know segment suggests options for learning and working abroad from home. The Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's question about how to find an internship opportunity.

Time Markers

01:25-Welcome Dr. Sabrina Sanders


09:45-What is a State System?

11:25-What Types of Support Resources are Available?


22:40-How to Access College Resources

29:00-Did You Know: Virtual Options for Learning and Working Abroad


29:32-Ask the Expert: Sabrina's Advice for Taking Advantage of Support Services

33:50: How to Get Connected to Virtual Programs and Resources


47:02-Ask Dr. P: Strategies for Finding an Internship

Resources Mentioned in this Episode
California State University System: https://www2.calstate.edu 
NASPA Undergraduate Fellows Program: https://www.naspa.org/division/naspa-undergraduate-fellows-program-nufp 
Washington State University Virtual Programs: https://ip.wsu.edu/study-abroad/virtual-programs/ 

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> Sun, 21 Mar 2021 23:29:21 -0400 Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. 2954 Dr. P. and guest Dr. Sabrina Sanders discuss the various types of support resources that are available to college students. The Did You Know segment suggests how students can learn and work abroad without leaving home. The closing Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's question about how to find an internship opportunity. Dr. P. and guest Dr. Sabrina Sanders discuss the various types of support resources that are available to college students. The Did You Know segment suggests how students can learn and work abroad without leaving home. The closing Ask Dr. P. segment featu college, NASPA, Sabrina Sanders, Amelia Parnell, virtual, virtual study abroad, study abroad, internship, support services, student services, California State System, student affairs, students No Quick Tips for Studying 2 2 2 2 Quick Tips for Studying full c9277146-1db6-4dd3-8e36-6e0361bacbfc https://share.transistor.fm/s/a318a455 The new Quick Tips feature of the show will address more specific questions about college. In this episode, Dr. P. provides four quick suggestions for maximizing the study experience. 

Tip 1: Join a Study Group
Tip 2: Review Class Notes Soon after Class
Tip 3: Identify Peak Energy Times
Tip 4: Connect with a Librarian

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> The new Quick Tips feature of the show will address more specific questions about college. In this episode, Dr. P. provides four quick suggestions for maximizing the study experience. 

Tip 1: Join a Study Group
Tip 2: Review Class Notes Soon after Class
Tip 3: Identify Peak Energy Times
Tip 4: Connect with a Librarian

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> Sun, 21 Feb 2021 14:18:53 -0500 Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. 209 In this debut of Quick Tips, a new feature of Speaking of College, Dr. P. provides 4 suggestions for maximizing your study time. In this debut of Quick Tips, a new feature of Speaking of College, Dr. P. provides 4 suggestions for maximizing your study time. study, movie, librarian, study group, peak energy, references, notes, quick, quick tips, speaking of college, college, dr. p., Amelia Parnell No Should I Consider a Community College? 2 2 1 1 Should I Consider a Community College? full fc6d909d-a5ad-449f-a744-d6373cf29eb7 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d59e56c1 There are lots of colleges across the United States to choose from and community colleges are one of the best kinds. In this episode, Dr. P. talks with Dr. Eboni Zamani-Gallaher about what makes community colleges so special. 

Eboni is currently at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where she holds three important roles as Professor of Higher Education and Community College Leadership, Director of the Office for Community College Research and Leadership, and Executive Director of the Council for the Study of Community Colleges (CSCC).

Dr. Zamani-Gallaher has received numerous awards for her work, including the Council for the Study of Community Colleges (CSCC) Senior Scholar Award, the American College Personnel Association Senior Scholar award, and the Founder’s Service Award from the Association for the Study of Higher Education’s Council on Ethnic Participation to name a few.

Eboni holds a Ph.D. in Higher Education Administration with a specialization in Community College Leadership and Educational Evaluation from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Her teaching, research, and consulting activities largely include psychosocial adjustment and transition of marginalized collegians, transfer, access policies, student development and services at community colleges.


The Did You Know segment suggests a website to help students with financial aid planning. The Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's question about what to do when your first college choice is too expensive.

Time Markers

01:25-Welcome Dr. Eboni Zamani-Gallaher


05:50-The Basics about Community College

09:15-The Types of Credentials One Can Earn in Community College

10:30-Common Misconceptions about Community College


15:45-Did You Know: student aid.gov


16:27-Ask the Expert: Eboni's Advice for How Students Can Navigate Community College


40:45-Ask Dr. P: What To Do When Your First College Choice Is Too Expensive

Resources Mentioned in this Episode
Article: New Research on Reverse Credit Transfer and the Value of an Associate's Degree by Jason Taylor
Website: studentaid.gov
Dr. Zamani-Gallaher's Bio

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> There are lots of colleges across the United States to choose from and community colleges are one of the best kinds. In this episode, Dr. P. talks with Dr. Eboni Zamani-Gallaher about what makes community colleges so special. 

Eboni is currently at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, where she holds three important roles as Professor of Higher Education and Community College Leadership, Director of the Office for Community College Research and Leadership, and Executive Director of the Council for the Study of Community Colleges (CSCC).

Dr. Zamani-Gallaher has received numerous awards for her work, including the Council for the Study of Community Colleges (CSCC) Senior Scholar Award, the American College Personnel Association Senior Scholar award, and the Founder’s Service Award from the Association for the Study of Higher Education’s Council on Ethnic Participation to name a few.

Eboni holds a Ph.D. in Higher Education Administration with a specialization in Community College Leadership and Educational Evaluation from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Her teaching, research, and consulting activities largely include psychosocial adjustment and transition of marginalized collegians, transfer, access policies, student development and services at community colleges.


The Did You Know segment suggests a website to help students with financial aid planning. The Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's question about what to do when your first college choice is too expensive.

Time Markers

01:25-Welcome Dr. Eboni Zamani-Gallaher


05:50-The Basics about Community College

09:15-The Types of Credentials One Can Earn in Community College

10:30-Common Misconceptions about Community College


15:45-Did You Know: student aid.gov


16:27-Ask the Expert: Eboni's Advice for How Students Can Navigate Community College


40:45-Ask Dr. P: What To Do When Your First College Choice Is Too Expensive

Resources Mentioned in this Episode
Article: New Research on Reverse Credit Transfer and the Value of an Associate's Degree by Jason Taylor
Website: studentaid.gov
Dr. Zamani-Gallaher's Bio

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> Mon, 01 Feb 2021 18:52:00 -0500 Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. 2553 Dr. P. and guest Dr. Eboni Zamani-Gallaher discuss the benefits and opportunities of attending a community college. The Did You Know segment suggests a website for financial aid planning. The closing Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's question about what to do when your first college choice is too expensive. Dr. P. and guest Dr. Eboni Zamani-Gallaher discuss the benefits and opportunities of attending a community college. The Did You Know segment suggests a website for financial aid planning. The closing Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's question about college, community college, Eboni Zamani-Gallaher, reverse transfer, student aid, backpack, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign No Season 1 Recap: What Should Students Have In Their Backpack? 1 1 11 11 Season 1 Recap: What Should Students Have In Their Backpack? bonus c4fd8ff0-83c4-4d29-b2a9-f6725aa7506e https://share.transistor.fm/s/073062af In this episode, Dr. P. highlights responses to the question of what a future college student will need to have in their backpack.

Time Markers

01:30 Dhanfu Elston, Complete College America (featured on Episode 2: Speaking of College Majors) 
03:00 Aronté Bennett, Villanova University (featured on Episode 4: Speaking of College Professors
4:42 Grace Williams, University of Alabama (featured on Episode 10: Speaking of College Students)
5:50 Zainab Okolo, Lumina Foundation (featured on Episode 5: Speaking of College Student Mental Health)
8:10 Gilbert Bonafé, Jr., Georgetown University (featured on Episode 1: Speaking of College Costs)

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> In this episode, Dr. P. highlights responses to the question of what a future college student will need to have in their backpack.

Time Markers

01:30 Dhanfu Elston, Complete College America (featured on Episode 2: Speaking of College Majors) 
03:00 Aronté Bennett, Villanova University (featured on Episode 4: Speaking of College Professors
4:42 Grace Williams, University of Alabama (featured on Episode 10: Speaking of College Students)
5:50 Zainab Okolo, Lumina Foundation (featured on Episode 5: Speaking of College Student Mental Health)
8:10 Gilbert Bonafé, Jr., Georgetown University (featured on Episode 1: Speaking of College Costs)

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> Sun, 24 Jan 2021 19:40:32 -0500 Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. 636 At the end of each episode in Season 1, Dr. P. asked her guests to share something they'd put in a backpack for a future college student. In this bonus episode, Dr. P. highlights some of the best answers to the question. At the end of each episode in Season 1, Dr. P. asked her guests to share something they'd put in a backpack for a future college student. In this bonus episode, Dr. P. highlights some of the best answers to the question. college, flexibility, grace, Dhanfu Elston, Aronte Bennett, Grace Williams, University of Alabama, Gilbert Bonafe, Zainab Okolo, backpack No Speaking of College Students 1 1 10 10 Speaking of College Students full b2b98271-9c9f-4e3a-ad2a-db6ff05b0149 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f0fb420e The primary purpose of this show is to share advice and experiences to help people who are in college, thinking about college, or just curious about how it works. Perhaps the best people to describe what college is like today are students themselves and in this episode, Dr. P. has a conversation with three current undergraduate students about their experiences.

Grace Williams is majoring in Political Science and has numerus minors in areas such as Psychology, Criminal justice, and Education Policy and Reform. Grace is from Williamsburg, Virginia, but has traveled to many places and grew up in several countries. After undergrad, Grace plans to go to law school and focus on education law to be an advocate for teachers and students.

 

Icie Wriley is in her first year and majoring in Elementary Education with a minor in Educational Policy and Reform. Icie is from the small town of Millport, Alabama, which is about an hour away from the campus. Icie’s long-term goals include as a principal and eventually a superintendent of schools as well as earning a doctorate degree. 


Hannah Clayborne is a junior majoring in collaborative special education with a minor in educational policy and reform. Hannah also grew up in a very small town in central Massachusetts. Hannah believes education is a great equalizer and if every child in America had access to a quality education, many more people would have the ability to create the life they envision for themselves. Hannah’s long-term goals include working as a teacher and researching and writing education policies.

The Did You Know segment describes a free resource for finding specific information about colleges in the United States. The Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's question about changing colleges and keeping credits earned.

Time Markers

01:45-Welcome Grace, Icie, and Hannah


07:35-Good Things about College

08:30-Surprising Things about College


12:35-Did You Know: College Navigator


13:20-Ask the Expert: Advice from Grace, Icie, and Hannah about Navigating College 


41:00-Ask Dr. P: Changing Colleges and Keeping Credits Earned

Resources Mentioned in this Episode
College Navigator

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> The primary purpose of this show is to share advice and experiences to help people who are in college, thinking about college, or just curious about how it works. Perhaps the best people to describe what college is like today are students themselves and in this episode, Dr. P. has a conversation with three current undergraduate students about their experiences.

Grace Williams is majoring in Political Science and has numerus minors in areas such as Psychology, Criminal justice, and Education Policy and Reform. Grace is from Williamsburg, Virginia, but has traveled to many places and grew up in several countries. After undergrad, Grace plans to go to law school and focus on education law to be an advocate for teachers and students.

 

Icie Wriley is in her first year and majoring in Elementary Education with a minor in Educational Policy and Reform. Icie is from the small town of Millport, Alabama, which is about an hour away from the campus. Icie’s long-term goals include as a principal and eventually a superintendent of schools as well as earning a doctorate degree. 


Hannah Clayborne is a junior majoring in collaborative special education with a minor in educational policy and reform. Hannah also grew up in a very small town in central Massachusetts. Hannah believes education is a great equalizer and if every child in America had access to a quality education, many more people would have the ability to create the life they envision for themselves. Hannah’s long-term goals include working as a teacher and researching and writing education policies.

The Did You Know segment describes a free resource for finding specific information about colleges in the United States. The Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's question about changing colleges and keeping credits earned.

Time Markers

01:45-Welcome Grace, Icie, and Hannah


07:35-Good Things about College

08:30-Surprising Things about College


12:35-Did You Know: College Navigator


13:20-Ask the Expert: Advice from Grace, Icie, and Hannah about Navigating College 


41:00-Ask Dr. P: Changing Colleges and Keeping Credits Earned

Resources Mentioned in this Episode
College Navigator

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> Tue, 19 Jan 2021 00:19:55 -0500 Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. 2608 In the Season 1 finale, Dr. P. talks with three students who are currently enrolled at the University of Alabama. The Did You Know segment suggests a free resource for finding quick facts about US colleges. The closing Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's question about changing colleges and keeping credits earned. In the Season 1 finale, Dr. P. talks with three students who are currently enrolled at the University of Alabama. The Did You Know segment suggests a free resource for finding quick facts about US colleges. The closing Ask Dr. P. segment features a listen college, University of Alabama, Grace Williams, Icie Wriley, Hannah Clayborne, college navigator, degree audit, transfer No Speaking of College Student Development 1 1 9 9 Speaking of College Student Development full c01dffe1-cc5a-43bd-b144-b36b6bb27bdc https://share.transistor.fm/s/90a9f2bb Those who have had a college experience, whether it was a single class or a full degree program, would likely admit that the college environment provided countless new experiences. In this episode, Dr. P. talks with Dr. Darryl Holloman about how college experiences can influence students' personal development in multiple ways.

Darryl is Vice President for Student Affairs at Spelman College, where he is responsible for supporting a student life agenda that promotes the growth, development, and academic success of every Spelman student. He oversees program development, financial management, and personnel administration for all student development functions including the Office of the Dean of Students, Housing and Residence Life, Counseling Services and Student Access Center, Student Health Services and Campus Wellness, Student Life and Engagement, and student judicial processes.

Prior to Spelman, Darryl worked as the Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students at Georgia State University, Assistant Vice President for Student Life and Assistant Professor at Columbus State University, and Associate Dean of Students and Director of the Paul Robeson Campus Center at Rutgers University-Newark. He has also served as a full-time faculty member at the University of Arkansas-Little Rock.

Darryl has presented more than 80 research papers at conferences hosted by the Association for the Study of Higher Education, the American Educational Research Association, the Association of College Unions International, and the National Academic Advising Association, to name a few. Dr. Holloman's research agenda examines how cultural identities and cultural distinctions shape college experiences and he has authored several articles and book chapters.

Darryl is an Atlanta native and has earned three degrees from Georgia State University: a doctorate in educational policy studies; a master's degree in human resource development; and a bachelor's degree in English with a concentration in creative writing.

The Did You Know segment describes the importance of sleep. The Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's question about understanding different types of degrees.

Time Markers

01:55-Welcome Dr. Darryl Holloman


05:00-About Spelman College

10:45-The Basics: What Students Can Expect to Experience in College

17:45-Misconceptions about What Happens to Students in College


25:45-Did You Know: The Importance of Sleep


26:30-Ask the Expert: Darryl's Advice for How Students Can Embrace their Development


49:15-Ask Dr. P: Understanding Different Types of Degrees

Resources Mentioned in this Episode
Book: Makes Me Wanna Holler: A Young Black Man in America by Nathan McCall
Book: The Universe Has Your Back: Transform Fear to Faith by Gabrielle Bernstein
Book: Mixed Race Students in College: The Ecology of Race, Identity, and Community on Campus by Kristen Renn
American Academy of Sleep Medicine Article: Importance of Sleep for College Students
Dr. Holloman's Bio
Dr. Holloman on Instagram

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> Those who have had a college experience, whether it was a single class or a full degree program, would likely admit that the college environment provided countless new experiences. In this episode, Dr. P. talks with Dr. Darryl Holloman about how college experiences can influence students' personal development in multiple ways.

Darryl is Vice President for Student Affairs at Spelman College, where he is responsible for supporting a student life agenda that promotes the growth, development, and academic success of every Spelman student. He oversees program development, financial management, and personnel administration for all student development functions including the Office of the Dean of Students, Housing and Residence Life, Counseling Services and Student Access Center, Student Health Services and Campus Wellness, Student Life and Engagement, and student judicial processes.

Prior to Spelman, Darryl worked as the Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students at Georgia State University, Assistant Vice President for Student Life and Assistant Professor at Columbus State University, and Associate Dean of Students and Director of the Paul Robeson Campus Center at Rutgers University-Newark. He has also served as a full-time faculty member at the University of Arkansas-Little Rock.

Darryl has presented more than 80 research papers at conferences hosted by the Association for the Study of Higher Education, the American Educational Research Association, the Association of College Unions International, and the National Academic Advising Association, to name a few. Dr. Holloman's research agenda examines how cultural identities and cultural distinctions shape college experiences and he has authored several articles and book chapters.

Darryl is an Atlanta native and has earned three degrees from Georgia State University: a doctorate in educational policy studies; a master's degree in human resource development; and a bachelor's degree in English with a concentration in creative writing.

The Did You Know segment describes the importance of sleep. The Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's question about understanding different types of degrees.

Time Markers

01:55-Welcome Dr. Darryl Holloman


05:00-About Spelman College

10:45-The Basics: What Students Can Expect to Experience in College

17:45-Misconceptions about What Happens to Students in College


25:45-Did You Know: The Importance of Sleep


26:30-Ask the Expert: Darryl's Advice for How Students Can Embrace their Development


49:15-Ask Dr. P: Understanding Different Types of Degrees

Resources Mentioned in this Episode
Book: Makes Me Wanna Holler: A Young Black Man in America by Nathan McCall
Book: The Universe Has Your Back: Transform Fear to Faith by Gabrielle Bernstein
Book: Mixed Race Students in College: The Ecology of Race, Identity, and Community on Campus by Kristen Renn
American Academy of Sleep Medicine Article: Importance of Sleep for College Students
Dr. Holloman's Bio
Dr. Holloman on Instagram

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> Sun, 13 Dec 2020 18:04:05 -0500 Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. 3125 Dr. P. and guest Dr. Darryl Holloman discuss how college experiences can impact students' personal development. The Did You Know segment addresses the importance of sleep. The closing Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's question about different types of degrees. Dr. P. and guest Dr. Darryl Holloman discuss how college experiences can impact students' personal development. The Did You Know segment addresses the importance of sleep. The closing Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's question about different types college, podcast, higher, education, higher education, darryl Holloman, sleep, sleep pods, bachelors degree, general education courses, sexual orientation, gender identity expression, gender identity No Speaking of College Jobs 1 1 8 8 Speaking of College Jobs full 75ebb87e-97e3-454b-b44c-3e346a753a4f https://share.transistor.fm/s/d28ed92d Research suggests that many college students will work at some point while they are completing a degree or other credential. The types of jobs that are available to students can vary from working on campus to internships and other off-campus opportunities. Dr. Pamela Payne has extensive experience in college career services and is an expert on how students can maximize their college job opportunities.

Dr. Payne is a thought leader in career and workforce development, leadership, and experiential learning. She is the sole proprietor of a consulting service that builds partnerships across industry, community, and higher education arenas to upskill the workforce, develop leaders, and increase and sustain diversity in the workplace.

Dr. Payne provides visionary leadership for the Job Resource Center at Moraine Valley Community College in Palos Hills, Illinois. The award-winning center connects students and alumni to job and experiential learning opportunities and strengthens connections between academia, the community, and employers to close the skills gap and create a pathway to economic success.

Pamela holds a Doctorate of Education in Ethical Leadership from Olivet Nazarene University. She has a Master of Science degree in Counseling & Education from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater and a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture with an emphasis in Construction Administration from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Dr. Payne is a member of several professional organizations, including the National Society for Experiential Education, the National Student Employment Association, the Midwest Association of Student Employment Administrators, the Society for Human Resource Management, the National Association of Colleges and Employers, and the National Career Development Association. 

The Did You Know segment describes differences between subsidized and unsubsidized loans. The Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's question about studying abroad.

Time Markers

02:00-Welcome Dr. Pamela Payne


06:35-The Basics: Types of Jobs that Students Can Pursue

08:10-Benefits of Working While in College

15:05-Challenges of Working While in College


18:10-Did You Know: Differences between Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans


19:20-Ask the Expert: Pamela's Advice for Balancing Work and School


35:35-Ask Dr. P: 4 Things to Consider about Studying Abroad

Resources Mentioned in this Episode
Georgetown Center on Education and the Workforce Report, Learning While Earning
Moraine Valley Community College Job Resource Center
Subsidized and Unsubsidized Student Loans
Email Pamela Payne: PayneP6@morainevalley.edu 

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> Research suggests that many college students will work at some point while they are completing a degree or other credential. The types of jobs that are available to students can vary from working on campus to internships and other off-campus opportunities. Dr. Pamela Payne has extensive experience in college career services and is an expert on how students can maximize their college job opportunities.

Dr. Payne is a thought leader in career and workforce development, leadership, and experiential learning. She is the sole proprietor of a consulting service that builds partnerships across industry, community, and higher education arenas to upskill the workforce, develop leaders, and increase and sustain diversity in the workplace.

Dr. Payne provides visionary leadership for the Job Resource Center at Moraine Valley Community College in Palos Hills, Illinois. The award-winning center connects students and alumni to job and experiential learning opportunities and strengthens connections between academia, the community, and employers to close the skills gap and create a pathway to economic success.

Pamela holds a Doctorate of Education in Ethical Leadership from Olivet Nazarene University. She has a Master of Science degree in Counseling & Education from the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater and a Bachelor of Science degree in Agriculture with an emphasis in Construction Administration from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Dr. Payne is a member of several professional organizations, including the National Society for Experiential Education, the National Student Employment Association, the Midwest Association of Student Employment Administrators, the Society for Human Resource Management, the National Association of Colleges and Employers, and the National Career Development Association. 

The Did You Know segment describes differences between subsidized and unsubsidized loans. The Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's question about studying abroad.

Time Markers

02:00-Welcome Dr. Pamela Payne


06:35-The Basics: Types of Jobs that Students Can Pursue

08:10-Benefits of Working While in College

15:05-Challenges of Working While in College


18:10-Did You Know: Differences between Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans


19:20-Ask the Expert: Pamela's Advice for Balancing Work and School


35:35-Ask Dr. P: 4 Things to Consider about Studying Abroad

Resources Mentioned in this Episode
Georgetown Center on Education and the Workforce Report, Learning While Earning
Moraine Valley Community College Job Resource Center
Subsidized and Unsubsidized Student Loans
Email Pamela Payne: PayneP6@morainevalley.edu 

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> Sun, 06 Dec 2020 17:53:40 -0500 Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. 2319 Dr. P. and guest Dr. Pamela Payne discuss the benefits and challenges that students can experience while working in college. The Did You Know segment describes the differences between subsidized and unsubsidized loans. The closing Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's question about studying abroad. Dr. P. and guest Dr. Pamela Payne discuss the benefits and challenges that students can experience while working in college. The Did You Know segment describes the differences between subsidized and unsubsidized loans. The closing Ask Dr. P. segment featu college, jobs, college jobs, Pamela Payne, Moraine Valley Community College, career services, study abroad, subsidized loans, unsubsidized loans, career advisor No Speaking of College Trends 1 1 7 7 Speaking of College Trends full 0c989d96-6c28-4198-b211-b1af2883ddc8 https://share.transistor.fm/s/6edc5df4 It seems that with everything happening in the world around us, we are more consumed with news than ever before. In the context of college, there is a flurry of information about current and future issues. In this episode, Dr. P. and Paul Fain discuss college trends with a focus on how to interpret news from multiple sources.

Paul is a contributing editor at Inside Higher Education, a leading news outlet focused on college issues. Paul joined Inside Higher Ed in 2011 after a six-year stint covering leadership and finance for The Chronicle of Higher Education. Paul has also worked in higher education public relations, with Widmeyer Communications, but couldn't stay away from reporting. A former staff writer for C-VILLE Weekly, a newspaper in Charlottesville, Virginia, Paul has written for The New York Times, Washington City Paper, and Mother Jones. He has won a few journalism awards, including one for beat reporting from the Education Writers Association and the Dick Schaap Excellence in Sports Journalism Award.

Paul got hooked on journalism while working too many hours at The Review, the student newspaper at the University of Delaware, where he earned a degree in political science in 1996. A native of Dayton, Ohio, and a long-suffering fan of the Cincinnati Bengals, Paul plays guitar in a band with more possible names than polished songs.

The Did You Know segment suggests a resource for college students who are parents of young children. The Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's question about managing college applications.

Time Markers

02:00-Welcome Paul Fain


06:09-Paul's Typical Week as a Journalist

10:55-Hot College-Related Topics


19:21-Did You Know: Resources for College Student Parents


20:08-Ask the Expert: Paul's Advice for Interpreting College News


41:23-Ask Dr. P: Managing College Applications

Resources Mentioned in this Episode
News Source: Inside Higher Education
Podcast: The Key with Inside Higher Ed
Institute for Women's Policy Research: Report on College Student Parents
News Source: Chronicle of Higher Education
News Source: Education Dive
University of Delaware Campus Newspaper: The Review

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> It seems that with everything happening in the world around us, we are more consumed with news than ever before. In the context of college, there is a flurry of information about current and future issues. In this episode, Dr. P. and Paul Fain discuss college trends with a focus on how to interpret news from multiple sources.

Paul is a contributing editor at Inside Higher Education, a leading news outlet focused on college issues. Paul joined Inside Higher Ed in 2011 after a six-year stint covering leadership and finance for The Chronicle of Higher Education. Paul has also worked in higher education public relations, with Widmeyer Communications, but couldn't stay away from reporting. A former staff writer for C-VILLE Weekly, a newspaper in Charlottesville, Virginia, Paul has written for The New York Times, Washington City Paper, and Mother Jones. He has won a few journalism awards, including one for beat reporting from the Education Writers Association and the Dick Schaap Excellence in Sports Journalism Award.

Paul got hooked on journalism while working too many hours at The Review, the student newspaper at the University of Delaware, where he earned a degree in political science in 1996. A native of Dayton, Ohio, and a long-suffering fan of the Cincinnati Bengals, Paul plays guitar in a band with more possible names than polished songs.

The Did You Know segment suggests a resource for college students who are parents of young children. The Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's question about managing college applications.

Time Markers

02:00-Welcome Paul Fain


06:09-Paul's Typical Week as a Journalist

10:55-Hot College-Related Topics


19:21-Did You Know: Resources for College Student Parents


20:08-Ask the Expert: Paul's Advice for Interpreting College News


41:23-Ask Dr. P: Managing College Applications

Resources Mentioned in this Episode
News Source: Inside Higher Education
Podcast: The Key with Inside Higher Ed
Institute for Women's Policy Research: Report on College Student Parents
News Source: Chronicle of Higher Education
News Source: Education Dive
University of Delaware Campus Newspaper: The Review

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> Sun, 29 Nov 2020 19:10:27 -0500 Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. 2618 Dr. P. and guest Paul Fain talk about college-related news and how to read and interpret information from multiple sources. The Did You Know segment suggests a resource for college student parents. The closing Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's question about managing college applications. Dr. P. and guest Paul Fain talk about college-related news and how to read and interpret information from multiple sources. The Did You Know segment suggests a resource for college student parents. The closing Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's ques college, inside higher education, Paul Fain, chronicle of higher education, education dive, college trends, college news, college newspaper, University of Delaware, college student parents, student parents, CCAMPIS, childcare access means parents in school, parents, child care, college application, college applications No Speaking of College Advice 1 1 6 6 Speaking of College Advice full 6e38ccad-8e55-4538-8446-a6d8000ce432 https://share.transistor.fm/s/252b012c Those who are currently enrolled in college or are considering attending in the future will undoubtedly have to make several important decisions. In this episode, Dr. P. talks with Dr. Kevin Kruger about how students can optimize their college experience. Kevin provides lots of suggestions and advice about a variety of topics that range from managing money to making new social connections.

Dr. Kruger draws on more than 40 years of experience in higher education. Since 2012, he has served as president and CEO of NASPA - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education, a nonprofit organization that is focused on helping professionals who support students in addressing their academic, financial, social, and health and wellbeing needs.

Prior to NASPA, Kevin held a range of student affairs positions at Southern Methodist University and the University of Maryland. In his role as NASPA president, he represents student affairs at a variety of national forums and is a frequent contributor to higher education news stories on the college student experience. Kevin has published and presented nationally and globally on trends in higher education, student success, degree-completion strategies for low-income students and first-generation students, and change management and leadership in higher education. He is the proud father of two children, one a recent college graduate and the other a college sophomore.

Kevin received his M.A. and Ph.D. in Counseling and Personnel Services from the University of Maryland.

The Did You Know segment suggests a resource for students who are interested in finding quick facts about their college. The Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's question about financial aid options.

Time Markers

02:20-Welcome Dr. Kevin Kruger


07:55-Special Aspects of a College Experience


22:40-Did You Know: Office of Institutional Research 


23:25-Ask the Expert: Kevin's Tips for Navigating College


42:20-Ask Dr. P: Financial Aid Options

Resources Mentioned in this Episode
Laura Nichols Book: The Journey Before Us: First-Generation Pathways from Middle School to College
Cal Newport Book: How to Win at College: Surprising Secrets for Success from the Country's Top Students
Dr. Kevin Kruger on Twitter

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> Those who are currently enrolled in college or are considering attending in the future will undoubtedly have to make several important decisions. In this episode, Dr. P. talks with Dr. Kevin Kruger about how students can optimize their college experience. Kevin provides lots of suggestions and advice about a variety of topics that range from managing money to making new social connections.

Dr. Kruger draws on more than 40 years of experience in higher education. Since 2012, he has served as president and CEO of NASPA - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education, a nonprofit organization that is focused on helping professionals who support students in addressing their academic, financial, social, and health and wellbeing needs.

Prior to NASPA, Kevin held a range of student affairs positions at Southern Methodist University and the University of Maryland. In his role as NASPA president, he represents student affairs at a variety of national forums and is a frequent contributor to higher education news stories on the college student experience. Kevin has published and presented nationally and globally on trends in higher education, student success, degree-completion strategies for low-income students and first-generation students, and change management and leadership in higher education. He is the proud father of two children, one a recent college graduate and the other a college sophomore.

Kevin received his M.A. and Ph.D. in Counseling and Personnel Services from the University of Maryland.

The Did You Know segment suggests a resource for students who are interested in finding quick facts about their college. The Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's question about financial aid options.

Time Markers

02:20-Welcome Dr. Kevin Kruger


07:55-Special Aspects of a College Experience


22:40-Did You Know: Office of Institutional Research 


23:25-Ask the Expert: Kevin's Tips for Navigating College


42:20-Ask Dr. P: Financial Aid Options

Resources Mentioned in this Episode
Laura Nichols Book: The Journey Before Us: First-Generation Pathways from Middle School to College
Cal Newport Book: How to Win at College: Surprising Secrets for Success from the Country's Top Students
Dr. Kevin Kruger on Twitter

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> Sun, 22 Nov 2020 22:05:30 -0500 Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. 2734 Dr. P. and guest Dr. Kevin Kruger discuss advice about a variety of college-related topics. The Did You Know segment suggests a college resource that provides data and information about students' characteristics. The closing Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's question about financial aid options. Dr. P. and guest Dr. Kevin Kruger discuss advice about a variety of college-related topics. The Did You Know segment suggests a college resource that provides data and information about students' characteristics. The closing Ask Dr. P. segment features a college, podcast, first-generation, first, generation, first generation, Kevin Kruger, college advice No Speaking of College Student Mental Health 1 1 5 5 Speaking of College Student Mental Health full 1bdad79c-8b95-43e4-b6cd-de207df38b86 https://share.transistor.fm/s/b2a5dd2b A few months ago, The Healthy Minds Network and the American College Health Association conducted a survey of college students to examine the impact of COVID-19 on college student well-being. The study included 18,764 students on 14 campuses and found that 30.5% of students, compared to 21.9% the prior fall, reported that their mental health negatively affected their academic performance on at least six days during the prior four weeks. So, this is a good time to discuss college students' mental health and it's the focus of this episode of Speaking of College. Dr. P. and Dr. Zainab Okolo chat about the importance of addressing mental health and how students can do so in proactive ways.

Dr. Okolo is a passionate educator, policy expert, and change agent focused on helping students overcome barriers so they can learn, earn, and lead fulfilling lives. Zainab is a strategy officer at Lumina Foundation, a philanthropic organization that has a goal of helping more individuals earn a college credential. Zainab is focused on the urgent needs of first-generation college students, people of color, adult learners, immigrants, inmates, and others who have traditionally struggled to succeed at learning beyond high school.

Zainab is an expert on student mental health and is often asked to speak about ways to help students overcome stress and anxiety. As a licensed marriage and family therapist, Dr. Okolo enjoyed working for several years with young adults to help them succeed in school and beyond. Dr. Okolo previously served as an associate on HCM Strategists' postsecondary team, where she worked on policy issues aimed at making higher education more accessible, affordable, and relevant. She also held various posts at the University of Maryland, the American Council on Education, and the Institute for Higher Education Policy.

Zainab earned her doctorate in education at The George Washington University, her masters degree from Syracuse University, and her bachelor's degree from the University of Maryland, College Park. Zainab is a native of Washington, DC and when she isn't devoting time to her work, family, and friends, she enjoys yoga, taking spin classes, and all kinds of music and sports.

The Did You Know segment offers a possible option for earning credits toward an associate degree while earning a bachelor's degree. The Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's question about choosing a major.

Time Markers

02:40-Welcome Dr. Zainab Okolo


08:40-The Importance of Mental Health


23:05-Did You Know: Reverse Transfer


24:15-Ask the Expert: Zainab's Tips for Proactively Addressing Mental Health


44:00-Ask Dr. P: Suggestions for Choosing a College Major

Resources Mentioned in this Episode
Inside Higher Ed Article: Pandemic Hurts Student Mental Health
Psychology Today
TruCircle

Dr. Zainab Okolo on Twitter

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> A few months ago, The Healthy Minds Network and the American College Health Association conducted a survey of college students to examine the impact of COVID-19 on college student well-being. The study included 18,764 students on 14 campuses and found that 30.5% of students, compared to 21.9% the prior fall, reported that their mental health negatively affected their academic performance on at least six days during the prior four weeks. So, this is a good time to discuss college students' mental health and it's the focus of this episode of Speaking of College. Dr. P. and Dr. Zainab Okolo chat about the importance of addressing mental health and how students can do so in proactive ways.

Dr. Okolo is a passionate educator, policy expert, and change agent focused on helping students overcome barriers so they can learn, earn, and lead fulfilling lives. Zainab is a strategy officer at Lumina Foundation, a philanthropic organization that has a goal of helping more individuals earn a college credential. Zainab is focused on the urgent needs of first-generation college students, people of color, adult learners, immigrants, inmates, and others who have traditionally struggled to succeed at learning beyond high school.

Zainab is an expert on student mental health and is often asked to speak about ways to help students overcome stress and anxiety. As a licensed marriage and family therapist, Dr. Okolo enjoyed working for several years with young adults to help them succeed in school and beyond. Dr. Okolo previously served as an associate on HCM Strategists' postsecondary team, where she worked on policy issues aimed at making higher education more accessible, affordable, and relevant. She also held various posts at the University of Maryland, the American Council on Education, and the Institute for Higher Education Policy.

Zainab earned her doctorate in education at The George Washington University, her masters degree from Syracuse University, and her bachelor's degree from the University of Maryland, College Park. Zainab is a native of Washington, DC and when she isn't devoting time to her work, family, and friends, she enjoys yoga, taking spin classes, and all kinds of music and sports.

The Did You Know segment offers a possible option for earning credits toward an associate degree while earning a bachelor's degree. The Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's question about choosing a major.

Time Markers

02:40-Welcome Dr. Zainab Okolo


08:40-The Importance of Mental Health


23:05-Did You Know: Reverse Transfer


24:15-Ask the Expert: Zainab's Tips for Proactively Addressing Mental Health


44:00-Ask Dr. P: Suggestions for Choosing a College Major

Resources Mentioned in this Episode
Inside Higher Ed Article: Pandemic Hurts Student Mental Health
Psychology Today
TruCircle

Dr. Zainab Okolo on Twitter

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> Sun, 15 Nov 2020 18:09:02 -0500 Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. 2786 Dr. P. and guest Dr. Zainab Okolo discuss how students can address their mental health. The Did You Know segment describes an option for earning credits toward an associate degree while working on a bachelor's degree and the closing Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's question about choosing a major. Dr. P. and guest Dr. Zainab Okolo discuss how students can address their mental health. The Did You Know segment describes an option for earning credits toward an associate degree while working on a bachelor's degree and the closing Ask Dr. P. segment fea college, podcast, higher, education, healthy minds, reverse transfer, college major, higher education, mental, mental health, Zainab, Zainab Okolo, Okolo, stress, anxiety, depression, therapist, coping No Speaking of College Professors 1 1 4 4 Speaking of College Professors full 7b34b9b0-a058-46e9-a7e6-ac4632a2dc29 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d9588536 As students navigate their college experience, one of the most important steps for them to take is to maintain a connection to their professors. Professors can provide the instruction, guidance, and support to help students excel and thrive during college and beyond. The key to unlocking the potential of that connection is to be proactive. So, in this episode of Speaking of College, Dr. P. and Dr. Aronté Bennett chat about what professors do and how students can develop connections inside and outside of the classroom.

Aronté is an Associate Professor of Marketing and the Assistant Department Chair of the Marketing & Business Law Department at Villanova University's School of Business. Aronté offers courses on market research and consumer behavior and her research focuses on marketplace access, vulnerable consumers, and brand image. Her work has been published in the Journal of Consumer Psychology, the Journal of Public Policy and Marketing, and the International Marketing Review. For many years, she served as the faculty advisor to the Multicultural Business Association (McBA), an organization dedicated to supporting business students from all backgrounds. In 2017, she received the O'Donnell Center of Professional Development Student Society Advisor of the Year award for her work with McBA.

When Aronté is away from the Villanova campus, she is involved in several local charities, including her current service as president of The Junior League of Philadelphia, Inc., a nonprofit organization with more than 300 active members, dedicated to training women volunteers and leaders. She is also a member of the board of directors of the Fund for the Water Works, a governance organization dedicated to instilling an appreciation for the connections between daily life and the natural environment on the site of Fairmount Water Works, the nation's first urban water supply system.

Aronté holds a Bachelor of Science degree and Master of Business Administration from Florida A&M University and a Ph.D. from New York University. In addition to her professional and volunteer activities, Aronté enjoys visiting new restaurants, attempting to cultivate a green thumb, and international travel.

The Did You Know segment offers a possible option for how students may be able to earn college credit for prior work experiences. The Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's question about how to manage homesickness.

Time Markers

02:10-Welcome Dr. Aronté Bennett


06:15-A Professor's Typical Work Week 


19:00-Did You Know: College Credit for Work Experiences


19:40-Ask the Expert: Aronté's Tips for Engaging with Professors


40:32-Ask Dr. P: Suggestions for Addressing Homesickness

Resources Mentioned in this Episode
VU Buyer Behavior


Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> As students navigate their college experience, one of the most important steps for them to take is to maintain a connection to their professors. Professors can provide the instruction, guidance, and support to help students excel and thrive during college and beyond. The key to unlocking the potential of that connection is to be proactive. So, in this episode of Speaking of College, Dr. P. and Dr. Aronté Bennett chat about what professors do and how students can develop connections inside and outside of the classroom.

Aronté is an Associate Professor of Marketing and the Assistant Department Chair of the Marketing & Business Law Department at Villanova University's School of Business. Aronté offers courses on market research and consumer behavior and her research focuses on marketplace access, vulnerable consumers, and brand image. Her work has been published in the Journal of Consumer Psychology, the Journal of Public Policy and Marketing, and the International Marketing Review. For many years, she served as the faculty advisor to the Multicultural Business Association (McBA), an organization dedicated to supporting business students from all backgrounds. In 2017, she received the O'Donnell Center of Professional Development Student Society Advisor of the Year award for her work with McBA.

When Aronté is away from the Villanova campus, she is involved in several local charities, including her current service as president of The Junior League of Philadelphia, Inc., a nonprofit organization with more than 300 active members, dedicated to training women volunteers and leaders. She is also a member of the board of directors of the Fund for the Water Works, a governance organization dedicated to instilling an appreciation for the connections between daily life and the natural environment on the site of Fairmount Water Works, the nation's first urban water supply system.

Aronté holds a Bachelor of Science degree and Master of Business Administration from Florida A&M University and a Ph.D. from New York University. In addition to her professional and volunteer activities, Aronté enjoys visiting new restaurants, attempting to cultivate a green thumb, and international travel.

The Did You Know segment offers a possible option for how students may be able to earn college credit for prior work experiences. The Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's question about how to manage homesickness.

Time Markers

02:10-Welcome Dr. Aronté Bennett


06:15-A Professor's Typical Work Week 


19:00-Did You Know: College Credit for Work Experiences


19:40-Ask the Expert: Aronté's Tips for Engaging with Professors


40:32-Ask Dr. P: Suggestions for Addressing Homesickness

Resources Mentioned in this Episode
VU Buyer Behavior


Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> Sun, 08 Nov 2020 18:35:29 -0500 Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. 2603 Dr. P. and guest Dr. Aronté Bennett discuss how students can develop relationships with their professors. The Did You Know segment offers a suggestion for how students might be able to earn college credit for prior work experiences and the show concludes with Dr. P. answering a listener's question about how to handle homesickness. Dr. P. and guest Dr. Aronté Bennett discuss how students can develop relationships with their professors. The Did You Know segment offers a suggestion for how students might be able to earn college credit for prior work experiences and the show concludes college, professor, professors, higher education, Aronte Bennett, Aronte, homesickness, home sickness, prior learning, prior learning assessment, historically black college or university, famu, Florida A&M University, marketing No Speaking of College Community 1 1 3 3 Speaking of College Community full 9bdd463e-7b91-436c-9eaa-7fc0787d4d2a https://share.transistor.fm/s/df15effd One of the many benefits of a college experience is the opportunity to meet new people. In this episode of Speaking of College, Dr. P. talks with communications expert Tevon Blair about how students can make friends and build their network.

Tevon Blair is a strategic, dedicated, and outcomes-driven communication professional with demonstrated success in developing key concepts which increase the engagement and brand of an organization. Tevon is a co-founder of Xceleader, a non-profit HBCU student leadership organization. During the 2018 midterm elections, Tevon worked on the campaign team for Stacey Abrams' gubernatorial race in Georgia and has dedicated his work to be a voice in political communications. He has previously worked at various public relations firms utilizing his expertise in branding, social media management, and communications.

Tevon holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in mass communication concentrated in public relations from Dillard University, where he served as a two-term president of the student government association. He is near completion of a Masters degree from the George Washington University School of Media and Public Affairs. Tevon is also a proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

The Did You Know segment focuses on how students can keep track of their engagements and the Ask Dr. P. segment answers a listener's question about how to return to college after taking a break for a while.

Time Markers

02:05-Welcome Tevon Blair


05:25-The Benefits of Being in a College Community


12:00-Did You Know: Documenting College Experiences


13:00-Ask the Expert: How College Students Can Build a Network


22:15-Ask Dr. P: Returning to College After a Break

Resources Mentioned in this Episode
Xceleader
Dillard University


Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> One of the many benefits of a college experience is the opportunity to meet new people. In this episode of Speaking of College, Dr. P. talks with communications expert Tevon Blair about how students can make friends and build their network.

Tevon Blair is a strategic, dedicated, and outcomes-driven communication professional with demonstrated success in developing key concepts which increase the engagement and brand of an organization. Tevon is a co-founder of Xceleader, a non-profit HBCU student leadership organization. During the 2018 midterm elections, Tevon worked on the campaign team for Stacey Abrams' gubernatorial race in Georgia and has dedicated his work to be a voice in political communications. He has previously worked at various public relations firms utilizing his expertise in branding, social media management, and communications.

Tevon holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in mass communication concentrated in public relations from Dillard University, where he served as a two-term president of the student government association. He is near completion of a Masters degree from the George Washington University School of Media and Public Affairs. Tevon is also a proud member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc.

The Did You Know segment focuses on how students can keep track of their engagements and the Ask Dr. P. segment answers a listener's question about how to return to college after taking a break for a while.

Time Markers

02:05-Welcome Tevon Blair


05:25-The Benefits of Being in a College Community


12:00-Did You Know: Documenting College Experiences


13:00-Ask the Expert: How College Students Can Build a Network


22:15-Ask Dr. P: Returning to College After a Break

Resources Mentioned in this Episode
Xceleader
Dillard University


Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> Sun, 01 Nov 2020 20:19:17 -0500 Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. 1487 Dr. P. and guest Tevon Blair talk about how students can build their in-person and virtual networks. The Did You Know segment includes a tip for how students can keep track of their engagements and at the close of the episode, Dr. P. answers a listener's question about how to return to college after taking a break for a while. Dr. P. and guest Tevon Blair talk about how students can build their in-person and virtual networks. The Did You Know segment includes a tip for how students can keep track of their engagements and at the close of the episode, Dr. P. answers a listener's college, higher education, higher, education, Tevon Blair, Tevon, Blair, Dillard University, community, social media, student, network, networking No Speaking of College Majors 1 1 2 2 Speaking of College Majors full ec99aff0-fa86-4ea0-b6b2-0e6e9319c50a https://share.transistor.fm/s/548cb08f One of the first decisions that a college student will make is their selection of a major of study. In episode 2 of Speaking of College, Dr. P. talks with college completion expert Dr. Dhanfu Elston about how students can navigate their options for choosing a major.

Dhanfu is Chief of Staff and Senior Vice President for Strategy at Complete College America, a national nonprofit organization that is focused on increasing the rates at which individuals earn a college credential. Prior to Complete College America, Dhanfu was Executive Director of Student Success and Transition at Purdue University Calumet. During his more than 25 years in the field of higher education, Dhanfu has become a nationally-recognized champion of college completion policy initiatives at institutions that educate highly diverse and underrepresented student populations. Dhanfu holds a Ph.D. in Educational Policy Studies from Georgia State University, where he conducted research in student retention, intercultural relations, learning communities, leadership development, and Historically Black Colleges and Universities. He earned both an M.A. in Educational Leadership and B.S. in Biology from Clark Atlanta University.

The Did You Know segment focuses on how students can get help during an emergency and the Ask Dr. P. segment answers a listener's question about forming a study group.

Time Markers

02:50-Welcome Dr. Dhanfu Elston


06:30-The Basics: Understanding the Options


13:25-Did You Know: Getting Help with an Emergency


14:00-Ask the Expert: Selecting a College Major


26:00-Ask Dr. P: Forming a Study Group

Resources Mentioned in this Episode
Complete College America
Gallup Poll - U.S. Adults' Decisions about their Education


Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> One of the first decisions that a college student will make is their selection of a major of study. In episode 2 of Speaking of College, Dr. P. talks with college completion expert Dr. Dhanfu Elston about how students can navigate their options for choosing a major.

Dhanfu is Chief of Staff and Senior Vice President for Strategy at Complete College America, a national nonprofit organization that is focused on increasing the rates at which individuals earn a college credential. Prior to Complete College America, Dhanfu was Executive Director of Student Success and Transition at Purdue University Calumet. During his more than 25 years in the field of higher education, Dhanfu has become a nationally-recognized champion of college completion policy initiatives at institutions that educate highly diverse and underrepresented student populations. Dhanfu holds a Ph.D. in Educational Policy Studies from Georgia State University, where he conducted research in student retention, intercultural relations, learning communities, leadership development, and Historically Black Colleges and Universities. He earned both an M.A. in Educational Leadership and B.S. in Biology from Clark Atlanta University.

The Did You Know segment focuses on how students can get help during an emergency and the Ask Dr. P. segment answers a listener's question about forming a study group.

Time Markers

02:50-Welcome Dr. Dhanfu Elston


06:30-The Basics: Understanding the Options


13:25-Did You Know: Getting Help with an Emergency


14:00-Ask the Expert: Selecting a College Major


26:00-Ask Dr. P: Forming a Study Group

Resources Mentioned in this Episode
Complete College America
Gallup Poll - U.S. Adults' Decisions about their Education


Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> Thu, 15 Oct 2020 22:57:03 -0400 Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. 1668 Dr. P. and guest Dr. Dhanfu Elston talk about how students can choose a college major that fits their goals and dreams. The Did You Know segment provides an option for seeking help with an emergency and the closing Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's question about forming a study group. Dr. P. and guest Dr. Dhanfu Elston talk about how students can choose a college major that fits their goals and dreams. The Did You Know segment provides an option for seeking help with an emergency and the closing Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's college, major, podcast, student, skills, higher, education, study, librarian, ask, emergency aid, emergency, aid No Speaking of College Costs 1 1 1 1 Speaking of College Costs full dbcb4ed0-598b-4e87-b46c-ede68a7efb2b https://share.transistor.fm/s/4249fe7d Some of the most popular questions about college often relate to how students can pay for their expenses. In this inaugural episode of Speaking of College, Dr. P. discusses college costs with financial aid expert Gilbert Bonafé, Jr.

Gilbert works in the Office of Student Financial Services at Georgetown University. Prior to that, he held roles in two nonprofit organizations, Higher Edge in Connecticut and College Advising Corps in Pennsylvania. Gilbert is exceptional at explaining the complexities of college costs in ways that are simple and easy to understand. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Spanish from Dickinson College and a Master of Education degree with a concentration in Higher Education from the Harvard University Graduate School of Education.

The Did You Know segment focuses on how to earn money while in college and the Ask Dr. P. segment answers a listener's question about choosing elective courses.

Time Markers

03:00-Welcome Gilbert Bonafé, Jr. 


04:30-The Basics: College Tuition & Other Costs


12:00-Did You Know: Earning Money in College


12:30-Ask the Expert: Managing Student Loans


36:45-Ask Dr. P: Selecting Elective Courses

Resources Mentioned in this Episode
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
CSS Profile
College Board College Search Website
Georgetown Office of Student Financial Services


Additional Resource
Bankrate Article: The Impact of Student Loans on Mental Health

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> Some of the most popular questions about college often relate to how students can pay for their expenses. In this inaugural episode of Speaking of College, Dr. P. discusses college costs with financial aid expert Gilbert Bonafé, Jr.

Gilbert works in the Office of Student Financial Services at Georgetown University. Prior to that, he held roles in two nonprofit organizations, Higher Edge in Connecticut and College Advising Corps in Pennsylvania. Gilbert is exceptional at explaining the complexities of college costs in ways that are simple and easy to understand. He holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Spanish from Dickinson College and a Master of Education degree with a concentration in Higher Education from the Harvard University Graduate School of Education.

The Did You Know segment focuses on how to earn money while in college and the Ask Dr. P. segment answers a listener's question about choosing elective courses.

Time Markers

03:00-Welcome Gilbert Bonafé, Jr. 


04:30-The Basics: College Tuition & Other Costs


12:00-Did You Know: Earning Money in College


12:30-Ask the Expert: Managing Student Loans


36:45-Ask Dr. P: Selecting Elective Courses

Resources Mentioned in this Episode
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
CSS Profile
College Board College Search Website
Georgetown Office of Student Financial Services


Additional Resource
Bankrate Article: The Impact of Student Loans on Mental Health

Got a question about college? Email Dr. P. at amelia@speakingofcollege.com 

]]> Sun, 04 Oct 2020 21:03:51 -0400 Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. 2331 Dr. P. and guest Gilbert Bonafé, Jr. discuss how students can pay for their college expenses. The Did You Know segment suggests how students can earn money while in college and the closing Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's question about choosing elective courses. Dr. P. and guest Gilbert Bonafé, Jr. discuss how students can pay for their college expenses. The Did You Know segment suggests how students can earn money while in college and the closing Ask Dr. P. segment features a listener's question about choosing e cost, college, podcast, student, higher, education, student, tuition, financial aid, scholarship, fafsa, room and board, elective, student loan, loan No Welcome to Speaking of College! 1 1 1 1 Welcome to Speaking of College! trailer 049f0b36-5ce6-4468-9678-21bb1a6697b0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/d51a7df6 Hello! I’m Amelia Parnell and I like talking about college. I like it so much that I’ve created this podcast, called Speaking of College. For over 15 years, I’ve researched and written about college and I’ve worked with students and professionals on college campuses. I live and work in Washington, DC, which allows me to constantly engage with policymakers, journalists, scholars, and others about some of the biggest issues to date, which include the rising costs to attend college and the changing ways in which learning happens.


These experiences and discussions have helped me realize that for many people, an important way to maximize the college experience is to simply understand how it works. So, on this podcast, I’ll invite experts to join me for conversations where we will break down some of the most complex topics. 


Every time I think about my investment in a college education, I remember some of the most enriching experiences I’ve ever had. I want that to be the outcome for as many people as possible. So, I hope that as you listen to the content, you’ll feel empowered by the information, inspired by the stories, and excited about your own college journey. 


You can find new full episodes of Speaking of College on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. I’ll also post recap videos on YouTube. If you like the content and find it useful, please subscribe and leave a comment sometime! I really like meeting new people.

Email: amelia@speakingofcollege.com

]]> Hello! I’m Amelia Parnell and I like talking about college. I like it so much that I’ve created this podcast, called Speaking of College. For over 15 years, I’ve researched and written about college and I’ve worked with students and professionals on college campuses. I live and work in Washington, DC, which allows me to constantly engage with policymakers, journalists, scholars, and others about some of the biggest issues to date, which include the rising costs to attend college and the changing ways in which learning happens.


These experiences and discussions have helped me realize that for many people, an important way to maximize the college experience is to simply understand how it works. So, on this podcast, I’ll invite experts to join me for conversations where we will break down some of the most complex topics. 


Every time I think about my investment in a college education, I remember some of the most enriching experiences I’ve ever had. I want that to be the outcome for as many people as possible. So, I hope that as you listen to the content, you’ll feel empowered by the information, inspired by the stories, and excited about your own college journey. 


You can find new full episodes of Speaking of College on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. I’ll also post recap videos on YouTube. If you like the content and find it useful, please subscribe and leave a comment sometime! I really like meeting new people.

Email: amelia@speakingofcollege.com

]]> Wed, 26 Aug 2020 01:03:51 -0400 Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. Amelia Parnell, Ph.D. 86 Hello! I’m Amelia Parnell and I’m happy to welcome you to Speaking of College, your source for reliable answers to college-related questions. Hello! I’m Amelia Parnell and I’m happy to welcome you to Speaking of College, your source for reliable answers to college-related questions. college, podcast, higher, education, student, university, institution No