Health and Human Science Matters
by CSU College of Health and Human Sciences
Health and Human Science Matters is a podcast dedicated to the life-changing research and creative scholarship done in Colorado State University's College of Health and Human Sciences. Each episode invites you to get to know the faculty, students, and staff in our College who fulfill our mission of optimizing human health and well-being through discovery and innovation.
Episodes
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How Much Sleep Do I Really Need? | The Science of Sleep With Dr. Josie Broussard
Struggling to figure out how much sleep your body actually needs? You’re not alone. Although sleep is among the strongest predictors of long-term health, 38% of Americans sleep less than 7 hours each night. In this episode of Health and Human Science Matters, Dr. Josiane Broussard, director of...
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Dr. Marion K. Underwood | Colorado State University's role in ushering a new era of higher education
Colorado State University former Provost and Executive Vice President, Dr. Marion K. Underwood, sits down with Matt and Avery to discuss the importance and value of higher education, how universities can innovatively integrate AI, and her academic and administrative journey. Learn more about Dr....
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Dr. Cassandra Moseley | Positioning Colorado State University to solve the world’s challenges through research
Dr. Cassandra Moseley, Vice President for Research at Colorado State University, sits down with Matt and Avery to discuss her expansive research and administrative career during which she specialized in Forest and climate policy, public lands governance, and sustainable rural development, and how...
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Dr. James Folkestad | Helping students learn more effectively
On this episode, Matt and Avery sit down with Dr. James Folkestad, University Distinguished Teaching Scholar, professor, and director of the Center for the Analytics of Learning and Teaching in the School of Education at Colorado State University. Dr. Folkestad discusses his data-driven…
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Dr. Laura Swink | Promoting meaningful participation in activities of daily life
Dr. Laura Swink, assistant professor in the Department of Occupational Therapy at Colorado State University, speaks with Matt and Avery about her research optimizing novel rehabilitation interventions to promote meaningful participation in everyday life, and to help individuals multi-task while...
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Dr. Kaigang Li | Improving physical health through behavioral science
Dr. Kaigang Li, assistant professor in the Department of Health and Exercise Science, speaks with Matt and Avery about his research that covers a wide array of interventions to improve physical wellbeing for young adults, from driving safety and limiting risky driving behavior to biophilic…
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Dr. John Wilson | The intersection of food science, fermentation, and culture
Dr. John Wilson, assistant professor in the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, speaks with Matt and Avery about his research on traditional fermentation techniques, the communal nature of fermentation, and how to use science to diversify modern food processing techniques. Learn more...
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Dr. Jain Kwon | Using technology to design accessible interior environments
Dr. Jain Kwon, assistant professor in the Department of Design and Merchandising at Colorado State University, sits down with Matt and Avery to discuss her research in the Spatial Perception and Cognitive Experience laboratory and her use of technology and evidence-based design theory to optimize...
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Dr. Anne Williford | Improving mental and behavioral health through social work and prevention research
Dr. Anne Williford, associate professor in the School of Social Work at Colorado State University, sits down with Matt and Avery to discuss her research to identify effective prevention and intervention strategies to mitigate risk and promote positive behavioral health outcomes in youth. Learn…
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Dr. Ana Gutierrez-Colina | Optimizing health and well-being for underserved youth
Dr. Ana Gutierrez-Colina, assistant professor in the Department of Human Development and Family Studies at Colorado State University, sits down with Matt and Avery to discuss her research goal to improve the health of minoritized youth who are disproportionally affected by chronic stressors and...
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Dr. Mahmoud Shakouri | Sustainable solutions for construction materials
Dr. Mahmoud Shakouri, assistant professor and director of the Cement and Concrete Research Laboratory in Colorado State University's Department of Construction Management, sits down with Matt and Avery to discuss his research seeking sustainable materials and methods within the construction...
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CSU College of Health and Human Sciences 2024 Dean's Fellows | Promoting wellness through Ph.D. research
On the season six premiere of Health and Human Science Matters, Matt and Avery sit down with Ph.D. candidates and 2024 CHHS Dean’s Doctoral Fellowship recipients, Ross Atkinson from the School of Education, Maureen Walsh from the Department of Health and Exercise Science, and Megan Moran from the...
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CSU President Amy Parsons | The value of the land grant university, and the role of democracy in education
Colorado State University’s 16th President Amy Parsons joins Matt and Avery to discuss her journey from studying political science as an undergraduate at CSU and pursuing her law degree, to becoming the university’s president. During the conversation, President Parsons emphasized the importance…
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CSU College of Health and Human Sciences Dean's Fellows | Pursuing Ph.D.s to improve lives
On this special episode of Health and Human Science Matters, Matt and Avery sit down with Ph.D. candidates and CHHS Dean’s Doctoral Fellowship recipients, Mohammad Teymouri from the Department of Construction Management, Elliot Graham from the Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, and...
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Dr. Mohammed Mehany | Sustainable infrastructure and improving mental health within the construction industry
Dr. Mohammed Mehany, associate professor in Colorado State University's Department of Construction Management, sits down with Matt and Avery to discuss his fascinating, cross-cultural journey from Cairo, Egypt to Colorado and his research studying more sustainable infrastructure and mental health...
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Dr. Karyn Hamilton | Promoting healthy aging through exercise
Dr. Karyn Hamilton, professor in Colorado State University's Department of Health and Exercise Science, associate director for the Columbine Health Systems Center of Healthy Aging, and director of the Translational Research on Aging and Chronic Disease Lab, speaks with Matt and Avery about her...
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Dr. Sarah A. Johnson | Functional foods for healthier lives
Dr. Sarah A. Johnson, registered dietician nutritionist and associate professor in Colorado State University's Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, speaks with Matt and Avery about her research on functional foods - such as blueberries and microgreens - to benefit human health across…
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Dr. Paula Alaszkiewicz | Showcasing the rich history of textiles
Dr. Paula Alaszkiewicz, assistant professor in Colorado State University's Department of Design and Merchandising and curator of the Avenir Museum of Design and Merchandising, speaks with Matt and Avery about her research and creative scholarship exploring the structures, spaces, and practices of...
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Dr. Jen Currin-McCulloch | Using social work as a tool for hope for young adults with cancer
Dr. Jen Currin-McCulloch, assistant professor and director of the Serious Illness and End-of-Life Narratives Research Lab in Colorado State University's School of Social Work, speaks with Matt and Avery about her research to uncover the disparities in access to health care and mental health...
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Dr. Lauren Shomaker | Improving the intersection of mental and physical health for youth
Dr. Lauren Shomaker, associate professor and director of the Adolescent Wellness Team in Colorado State University's Department of Human Development and Family Studies, sits down with Matt and Avery to discuss her research on optimizing mental and physical health for adolescents and her role as a...
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Dr. Andy Persch | Unlocking employment opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Dr. Andy Persch, associate professor in Colorado State University's Department of Occupational Therapy and director of the Transition, Employment, and Technology Lab, speaks to Matt and Avery about his research focused on improving the transition to adulthood and employment among individuals with...
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Dr. Susana Muñoz | Creating humanizing spaces for minoritized college students
Dr. Susana Muñoz, associate professor and coordinator of the Higher Education Leadership doctoral specialization in Colorado State University's School of Education, sits down with Matt and Avery to discuss her journey through academia and her research on college persistence, access, equity, and...
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Dr. Mehmet Ozbek on the future of the built environment, civil engineering, and sustainability
Dr. Mehmet E. Ozbek, professor in Colorado State University's Department of Construction Management and holder of the Joseph Phelps Endowed Chair, sits down with Matt and Avery to discuss his research in sustainable infrastructure, construction asset management, and the future of the built...
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Dr. Kari Dockendorff on moving beyond the binary, queer quantitative research, and skiing
Dr. Kari Dockendorff, an assistant professor in Colorado State University's School of Education, sits down with Matt and Avery to discuss their research critically examining the trans* student experience by developing survey tools that measure trans* inclusive behaviors, attitudes, and knowledge…
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Dr. Michelle Foster talks nutrition, fitness competitions, and advocating for inclusion
Dr. Michelle Foster, a professor in Colorado State University's Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition and Assistant Dean for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice within CSU's College of Health and Human Sciences joins Matt and Avery to discuss her higher education journey, her...
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Dr. Maria Delgado on tiny homes, Colorado roots, and inclusive design
Dr. Maria Delgado, assistant professor in Colorado State University's Department of Design and Merchandising, sits down with Matt and Avery to discuss her research and creative scholarship in developing tiny homes, utilizing augmented and virtual reality in architecture, and prioritizing...
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Dr. Rachel Lucas-Thompson talks mindfulness, growing up in academia, and theatre
Dr. Rachel Lucas-Thompson, associate professor in Colorado State University's Department of Human Development and Family Studies, sits down with Matt and Avery to discuss her research and work as a developmental psychologist seeking solutions to reduce stress in adolescents through mindfulness...
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Susan Mingils on music therapy, occupational therapy, and brainwaves research
Susan Mingils, a Ph.D. student in CSU's Department of Occupational Therapy, sits down with Matt and Avery to discuss her research studying the potential positive impacts music and rhythm can have on physical and cognitive functions, as well as her experience as a Dean's Fellow in the College of...
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Dr. James Graham on neurodiversity, community connections, and mentorship
Dr. James Graham, director of the Center for Community Partnerships (CCP) within Colorado State University's Department of Occupational Therapy, sits down with Matt and Avery to discuss his unique path through higher ed and his research mission to support the long-term health and independence of...
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Dr. Marc Winokur talks social work research, kinship care, and cross-country road trips
Dr. Marc Winokur, director of the Social Work Research Center within Colorado State University's School of Social Work, talks to Matt and Avery about his research in kinship care, child maltreatment prevention, and how he builds strong relationships within the social work community. Learn more...
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Dr. Brett Fling talks multiple sclerosis research, neuroimaging, and SNL
Dr. Brett Fling, director of the Sensorimotor Neuroimaging Lab within Colorado State University's Department of Health and Exercise Science, sits down with Matt and Avery to discuss his unique path through academia, his mentoring style, and his lab's research strategies that promote brain...
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Dr. Rick Miranda on the past, present, and future of Colorado State University
In the season four premiere of Health and Human Science Matters, CSU interim executive vice president, Dr. Rick Miranda, joins Matt and Avery to discuss his 40-year career at Colorado State University and the university's bright future. Chronicling his time as a professor in CSU's Department of...
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Health and Human Science Matters Returns March 3
How well do you know science lingo? After listening to Health and Human Science Matters, you'll know plenty! Starting Friday, March 3, join Matt and Avery for another season of incredible conversations with researchers, scholars, and special guests at Colorado State University.
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Dr. Alan Rudolph on research at Colorado State University, entrepreneurship, and life sciences
In the season three finale of Health and Human Science Matters, Dr. Alan Rudolph, the Vice President for Research at Colorado State University, reflects on his expansive career in science with Matt and Avery. From his Ph.D. in Zoology and his time with DARPA (Defense Advanced Research Projects...
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Tricia Grady-Dominguez on the impact of occupational therapy, her love for research, and sensory integration
Tricia Grady-Dominguez, a Ph.D. student in CSU's Department of Occupational Therapy, sits down with Matt and Avery to discuss her academic trajectory from biochemistry to occupational therapy, and her experience as a Dean's Fellow in the College of Health and Human Sciences. To learn more about...
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Dr. Kristen Morris talks adaptive apparel, inclusive design, and fishing
Dr. Kristen Morris, associate professor at Colorado State University's Department of Design and Merchandising, discusses her teaching and research on developing inclusive, adaptive apparel and products for disabled and diverse communities. To learn more about Dr. Morris, visit her bio page!
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Dr. Tiffany Jones on antiracism in social work, rural engagement, and art
Dr. Tiffany Jones, assistant professor at Colorado State University's School of Social Work, sits down with Matt and Avery to discuss her work addressing racial inequities, particularly in K-12 schools, as well as her passion for the arts. To learn more about Dr. Jones, visit her bio page!
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Drs. Nicole Ehrhart and Lise Youngblade talk leadership, hobbies, and women in STEM
In this special two-part episode in collaboration with the Columbine Health Systems Center for Healthy Aging podcast, Living Healthy Longer, College of Health and Human Sciences' Dean Lise Youngblade and Dr. Nicole Ehrhart, director of the Columbine Health Systems Center for Healthy Aging…
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Dr. Jessica Gonzalez-Voller on counseling, multicultural competence, and Cuban heritage
Dr. Jessica Gonzalez-Voller, associate professor in the Counseling and Career Development master's degree program within CSU's School of Education, sits down with Matt and Avery to discuss her research in multicultural competence training for counselors, serving historically marginalized...
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Dr. Deborah Fidler talks positive development, family legacy, and prevention science
Dr. Deborah "Debbie" Fidler sits down with Matt and Avery to discuss her research in studying neurodiversity and intellectual disabilities - specifically the cognitive phenotype associated with Down syndrome - and her passion for serving the community. To learn more about Dr. Fidler, visit her…
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Dr. Svetlana Olbina talks virtual reality, ballroom dancing, and the future of construction
Dr. Svetlana Olbina, associate professor in Colorado State University's Department of Construction Management, discusses her journey from Serbia to the United States, her passion for teaching and implementing virtual reality in construction education and research, and her joyous life off-campus.…
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Dr. Tom LaRocca talks healthspan research, skiing, and healthy aging
Dr. Tom LaRocca, assistant professor in CSU's Department of Health and Exercise Science and director of the Healthspan Biology Lab at CSU, sits down with co-hosts Matt and Avery to discuss his journey from teaching high school chemistry to becoming a healthspan researcher. Dr. LaRocca addresses...
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Dr. Jaclyn Stephens on neuroscience, yoga, and concussion research
Dr. Jaclyn Stephens, assistant professor in CSU's Department of Occupational Therapy, sits down with co-hosts Matt and Avery to discuss her academic journey and how she combines her neuroscience studies and occupational therapy training to support individuals with traumatic brain injuries (TBI)....
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Dr. Megan Mueller talks restaurant research, public health, and coffee shops
Dr. Megan Mueller, an assistant professor in CSU's Department of Food Science and Human Nutrition, discusses her research in identifying and informing systems, policy, and environmental approaches to obesity prevention, with a focus on helping children and families. To learn more about Dr.…
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Health and Human Science Matters Season 3 Trailer
Get your headphones ready; Health and Human Science Matters is back for a third season! Like in seasons one and two, Matt and Avery speak with Colorado State University's College of Health and Human Sciences researchers to discuss their journeys to becoming impactful scientists. But now, we're...
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Dr. Vincent Basile on decriminalizing students of color, Hip-Hop, and connecting through culture
Dr. Vincent Basile, faculty in CSU’s School of Education and the co-director of CSU's RISE Center, discusses his unconventional journey to becoming a tenured professor, his love of Hip-Hop culture, and his important research on the decriminalization of students of color. To learn more about Dr....
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Dr. Sue VandeWoude talks CSU's One Health Institute, disease research, and veterinary science
Colorado State University One Health Institute Director and University Distinguished Professor, Dr. Sue VandeWoude, discusses her research journey through veterinary medicine and the mission of the One Health Institute to advance health for humans, animals, and the environment. To learn more…
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Reagan Miller talks mental health in teens, mindfulness, and self-compassion
Reagan Miller, a Ph.D. student in CSU’s Department of Human Development and Family Studies, talks with hosts Matt Hickey and Avery Martin about being one of the inaugural Dean’s Fellows of the College and her research on mindfulness to help adolescents cope with stress and trauma. To learn more...
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Dr. Paula Yuma on closing the health gap, social work, and outreach
Dr. Paula Yuma, a faculty member in CSU’s School of Social Work and Director of the Center for Lifelong Learning, Outreach, and Education (CLOE), discusses her research on "closing the health gap" through social work, and increasing equity and access of resources for all. To learn more about Dr....
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Dr. Patti Davies talks music therapy and serving children with neurodevelopmental disorders
Dr. Patti Davies from CSU’s Department of Occupational Therapy discusses her research on children with neurodevelopmental disorders such as ADHD and autism, and how music therapy can help them develop, grow, and thrive. To learn more about Dr. Davies, visit her bio page!
About this show
Health and Human Science Matters is a podcast dedicated to the life-changing research and creative scholarship done in Colorado State University's College of Health and Human Sciences. Each episode invites you to get to know the faculty, students, and staff in our College who fulfill our mission of optimizing human health and well-being through discovery and innovation.
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