This week on the Victors in Grad School podcast we are joined by Dawn Demps, Assistant Professor at University of Arizona College of Education. We talk about her own educational journey leading from an untraditional path to getting her Bachelors degree, being a community activist and then continuing her education to getting her Doctorate and
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Be True To Yourself & Find Something You Are Passionate About With Duane Bedell
This week on the Victors in Grad School podcast we are joined by Duane Bedell who is President at Bay Mills Community College in Brimley, Michigan. Duane shared his educational journey of attending the University of Michigan-Flint for his Master’s, Specialist and Doctorate degrees and how this educational journey has led him to reach his
Graduate Education Gives You A Seat At The Table With Scott Shaw, Ph.D.
This week on the Victors in Grad School podcast we are joined by Scott Shaw, PhD who is Dean and Professor of Social Sciences and Human Services at Grace Christian University in Wyoming, Michigan. Scott Shaw and I talk about his own journey toward continual lifelong learn through many different degrees that ultimately were built
Don’t Make a Hasty Decision on Graduate School With Samantha Klaskow
This week on the Victors in Grad School podcast we are joined by Samantha Klaskow who is the Director of the Academic Success Center at Kettering University. Samantha Klaskow and I talked about her journey from the University of Michigan-Flint to Grand Valley State University and how even though her academic background was different than
Lean Into People With Real World Experience in your Graduate Programs With Rob Bielby
This week on the Victors in Grad School podcast we are joined by Rob Bielby who is the Managing Director at Huron where he blends a strong analytical background, with over 10 years of experience in primary and secondary statistics and data analysis, with a love for client and team interactions, strategic thinking, and a
Keep An Open Mind To The Entire Process With JeCorey Hawkins
This week on the Victors in Grad School podcast we are joined by JeCorey Hawkins who is a Scrum Master for Endava. JeCorey Hawkins shared how his educational journey of attending the University of Michigan-Flint for his Bachelor’s degree and then Eastern Michigan University for a Masters degree in Higher Education Administration. We talk about
Make Sure Your Professors Get to Know You With Brian Town
This week on the Victors in Grad School podcast we are joined by Brian Town who is the CEO of Michigan Creative. Brian shared his educational journey of attending the University of Michigan-Flint for his Master’s degree in Education and Public Administration and how this paved the way to the career that he has had
Graduate Student Spotlight– Jeff Warren
This Wednesday, we’re highlighting our next graduate student, Jeff Warren! Jeff is currently studying for his Education Specialist degree. Jeff enjoys holding discussions with his fellow classmates, and is committed to collaboration within the realm of education. He enjoys discussing policy and leadership strategies, and is open to discussion! We asked Jeff a few questions
Don’t Be Afraid to Ask Questions With Freddie DeRamus
This week on the Victors in Grad School podcast we are joined by Freddie DeRamus who is an Academic Advisor with the Neighborhood Student Success Collaborative at Michigan State University. Freddie shared his educational journey of attending the University of Michigan-Flint for his Master’s degree in Education after taking some time off and working. This
Do Your Research on All Programs You Are Considering With Brian Hercliff-Proffer
This week on the Victors in Grad School podcast we are joined by Brian Hercliff-Proffer who is the Assistant Director for Registered Student Organizations and Late Night Programming at Michigan State University. We talk with Brian about his non-traditional path to graduate school, how he chose to attend Eastern Michigan University as the school he