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The Teaching & Learning Center staff discuss our recent reading of the Norton Guide to Equity-Minded Teaching written by Isis Artze-Vega, Flower Darby, Bryan Dewsbury, and Mays Imad. Guests: Dr. Naomie Nyanungo, Marc Drumm, Brian Carothers, Connor Goyne, and Hannah GlattCohosts: Amber Alvord, Jes Drass, & Dr. Tom Pantazes  Closed CaptionsNorton Guide to Equity-Minded Teaching

First Year Experience (FYE) instructors and members of the common content development team Dr. Karen Mitchell, Dr. Shannon Mrkich, Dr. Jennifer Raskauskas, and Michelle Blake discuss how they collaborated to create common content to help students succeed in their transition to university. Host: Dr. Tom PantazesClosed Captions Show Notes:WCU First Year Experience RequirementH5P

Reflecting on their experiences completing the ACUE Certification in Effective Teaching, professors Nancy Barker, Merry Perry, & Ola Kopacz share what they learned from the year long program. Cohosts: Jes Drass and Dr. Tom PantazesClosed CaptionsShow Notes: ACUE Certification in Effective TeachingSupporting Faculty Excellence | Pennsylvania's State System of Higher EducationPASSHE Faculty Expand Their Teaching ToolkitsDescript appKahoot Wordpress

Found poetry advocates Dr. Nancy Pearson and Dr. Rebecca Rich describe how they came to incorporate found poetry techniques into their English and Public Health courses. Cohosts: Jes Drass and Dr. Tom PantazesClosed CaptionsResearch Connection:Johnson, J. (2019). Using found poetry to cultivate student literacy, empathy, and creativity. Social Studies Research and Practice, 14(3), 335-348.Rich, R. (2024). Found poetry, found hope: A creative and powerful method for sharing health research. Journal of Poetry Therapy, 37(4), 267-276.Show Notes: Claudia RankineAnne CarsonDemon Copperhead

Dean of the Arts and Humanities, Dr. Jen Bacon shares what it is like to be a dean as she reflects back on her 26 years at West Chester University. Host: Dr. Tom PantazesClosed CaptionsResearch Connection:Bacon, J. (1998). Getting the story straight: Coming out narratives and the possibility of a cultural rhetoric. World Englishes, 17(2), 249-258.

Past participants Diane Santori & Alison Gardiner-Shires describe the experience of engaging in a Teaching Circle faculty learning community that explored Generative AI.Cohosts: Jes Drass and Dr. Tom PantazesClosed CaptionsShow Notes:PICO QuestionsSix Degrees of AI Assignments - RECAP Presentation Video

Investigative reporter and associate professor of journalism Dr. Dyan Neary describes her reporting, writing, and hosting of Serial Productions: The Preventionist Podcast. Host: Dr. Tom PantazesClosed CaptionsResearch Connection:From Serial Productions: The Preventionist The Mastermind Behind Serial’s “The Preventionist”: An Interview with Prof. Dyan NearyShow Notes:Serial Productions Podcasts including Serial Earth Times"What Happened to Maya?" New York Magazine, October 2022 "Maya Kowalski's $211 Million Verdict," New York Magazine, November 2023 Two Birds CafeRoots Cafe

This episode explores the processes of the West Chester University Institutional Review Board or IRB with two experts: Dr. Melissa Reed, Professor in the Kinesiology Department, who has served on the IRB for 15 years, including 7 years as co-chair; and Dr. Heather Leaman, Professor in Early and Middle Grades Education, who has served on the IRB for 6 years, including 4 years as co-chair. Hosts: Jimmy John and Dr. Tom Pantazes Closed Captions

Nutrition professor Dr. Michael Holik describes creating a virtual reality kitchen experience for his students using ThingLink. Cohosts: Jes Drass and Dr. Tom Pantazes Closed Captions Research Connection Batista, J. A. F. A., Souza, M. M. P., Barros, T. D., Gupta, N., & Reis, M. J. C. S. (2022). Using the ThingLink computer tool to create a meaningful environmental learning scenario. EAI Endorsed Transactions on Smart Cities, 6(17), 1-8. How ThingLink VR Learning Experiences Bridge Theory and Practice for Nutrition and Dietetics Students by Kyla Ball Show NotesThingLinkVision AI

Responding to frustrations with traditional grading systems, communication studies professor Dr. Roger Gatchet tells the story of his switch to ungrading and specifications grading formats. Cohosts: Jes Drass & Amber Alvord Closed CaptionsResearch Connection:Clark, D., & Talbert, R. (2023). Grading for growth: A guide to alternative grading practices that promote authentic learning and student engagement in higher education. Routledge.Ungrading: Why Rating Students Undermines Learning (and What to do Instead). Susan D. Blum (Ed). West Virginia University Press, 2020.Show Notes:Alternative Grading Faculty Learning Community

First year writing instructor Dr. Margaret Ervin discusses how she works to build and maintain trust with students. Cohosts: Amber Alvord & Dr. Tom PantazesClosed CaptionsResearch Connection:Hagenauer, G., Muehlbacher, F., & Ivanova, M. (2023). “It’s where learning and teaching begins‒is this relationship”—insights on the teacher-student relationship at university from the teachers’ perspective. Higher Education, 85(4), 819-835. Show Notes:Association of Pennsylvania State College & University Faculties (APSCUF) WCU TLC AI in Action Webinar Series and Dr. Ervin's webinar.

Podcaster and associate professor of digital and global media Dr. Jeremy McCool, interviews the ODLI on Air cohosts to celebrate 75 episodes. Cohosts: Amber Alvord, Jes Drass, and Dr. Tom PantazesClosed CaptionsShow Notes:Raps of Resistance: How Kendrick Lamar and J. Cole Reignited a Hip-Hop Tradition Rap & Reason Podcast Earl Hopkins Rigor with Compassion: Leading an Ed.D. Program with Dr. Schugar & Dr. Hodes Podcasting in Higher Education with Dr. Jeremy C. McCoolGuidelines for Working Where Your Child Studies with Dr. Kristen Crossney and Natalie Crossney

Neurodivergent scholar and librarian Dr. Jennifer Slagus discusses the importance of hearing and incorporating diverse perspectives into research, academics, and other university spaces.Cohosts: Jes Drass and Dr. Tom PantazesClosed Captions Research Connection:Bertilsdotter Rosqvist, H., Botha, M., Hens, K., O’Donoghue, S., Pearson, A., & Stenning, A. (2023). Cutting our own keys: New possibilities of neurodivergent storying in research. Autism, 27(5), 1235-1244.Slagus, J. (2025). Neurodivergent Narratives: Restorying Neurodiversity in Twenty-First Century Middle Grade Literature.Show Notes:Bishop, R. S. (1990). Mirrors, windows, and sliding glass doors. Perspectives: Choosing and Using Books for the Classroom, 6 (3). Perspectives: Choosing and using books for the classroom, 6(3), ix-xi.A Novel Mind website Universal Design for Learning Framework

Barbie and children’s pop culture expert Dr. Emily Aguiló-Pérez discusses how she uses toys and personal experiences as topics for engaging students in learning about research and writing. Cohosts: Jes Drass & Dr. Tom PantazesClosed CaptionsResearch Connection:Aguiló-Pérez, E. R., & Hains, R. C. (2025). Barbie in the Media: The Transmedia Presence of Mattel’s Celebrity Doll. Hains, R. C., & Aguiló-Pérez, E. R. (Eds.). (2025). # Barbie and Social Media: Digital Discourses and Mattel's Celebrity Doll. Springer Nature. Wisniewski, E. (2025). Voices of High School Writers: Exploring Perceptions and Experiences in Secondary Writing Education. https://digitalcommons.wcupa.edu/all_doctoral/296/  Hains, R. C., & Mazzarella, S. R. (2019). Cultural Studies of LEGO. Switzerland: Palgrave Macmillan. Show Notes:Barbie Lego

Dr. Jaeyong Choi, Dr. Eryn Travis and Dr. Linh Ngo discuss how AI can strengthen research and feedback for both faculty and students — without replacing the critical thinking that drives meaningful scholarship. Hosts: Jimmy John and Dr. Tom Pantazes Closed Captions

Biochemist Dr. Tom Kwiatkowski shares how he incorporates Nanome Virtual Reality and AlphaFold AI into his instructional practice. Host: Dr. Tom PantazesClosed Captions Research Connection:Berkmen, M. B., Balla, M., Cavanaugh, M. T., Smith, I. N., Flores‐Artica, M. E., Thornhill, A. M., ... & Peterson, C. N. (2025). An idea to explore: Use of the virtual reality app Nanome for teaching three‐dimensional biomolecular structures. Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Education, 53(3), 321-329. https://iubmb.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdfdirect/10.1002/bmb.21892?casa_token=yYxYU6oT3ecAAAAA:r_vYHLIiHoamRML5y0-1F2EKsK1yyV374kTayIxWD9e7TKnnaUvY8vtdbjoI69eJ_SRu6meAgHAlDzrb Calma-Roddin, N., Park, K., & Keighron, J. (2023). Exploring the Structure of Proteins and Other Biomolecules with a VR Museum: Lessons in Classroom Integration. Journal of Chemical Education, 100(7), 2574-2582. https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acs.jchemed.2c01015 Show Notes:Ready Player OneCHE 160. The Chemistry of Beer Go For Launch: Mercury VR program NanomeAlphaFold

Students who have potential to succeed at West Chester University, but don't quite meet all admission requirements can enter the Academic Success Program. ASP faculty Dr. Paris McPherson, staff member Jake Mann, and ASP students Tymir Jones and Cass Cooper provide their perspectives on this important program. Cohosts: Jes Drass and Dr. Tom PantazesClosed CaptionsShow Notes:Academic Success Program website

Counselors and creators of the case conceptualization framework Dr. Lynn Zubernis and Dr. Matt Snyder describe how they utilized CELT grant funding and a collaboration with theater students to create ten video cases demonstrating their method in action. Host: Dr. Tom PantazesClosed Captions Research Connection:Zubernis, L., & Snyder, M. (2015). Case conceptualization and effective interventions: Assessing and treating mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. Sage Publications.First, M. B. (2024). DSM-5-TR® Handbook of Differential diagnosis. American Psychiatric Pub.Show Notes:Supernatural TV seriesCELT GrantsZubernis, L. S., & Snyder, M. (Eds.). (2023). Supes Ain't Always Heroes: Inside the Complex Characters and Twisted Psychology of The Boys. BenBella Books.

Two years into the tenure track, Dr. Danielle Kronmuller-Harvey and Dr. Kasey Trill reflect on the challenges and accomplishments of their first two years at West Chester University.Hosted by Dr. Tom Pantazes and Amber Alvord Closed Captions Research Connection:Larson, L. R., Duffy, L. N., Fernandez, M., Sturts, J., Gray, J., & Powell, G. M. (2019). Getting started on the tenure track: Challenges and strategies for success. SCHOLE: A Journal of Leisure Studies and Recreation Education, 34(1), 36-51. Gosling, D. R., Chae, N. M., & Goshorn, J. R. (2020). The tenure-track life: Experiences of new faculty in tenure-track positions. The William & Mary Educational Review, 7(1), 4.Show Notes:New Tenure-Track Faculty Experience with Dr. Uehling & Dr. Severino podcast episode TILT Higher Ed

What happens when your child attends the university where you work? In this episode, Dr. Kristen Crossney, Professor of Public Policy Administration, and her daughter Natalie, a third-year marketing and management major, share their experiences and guidelines for navigating campus life together at West Chester University. Host: Dr. Tom PantazesClosed Captions Show Notes:Roots RestaurantSedona TaphouseTaco Mar

This short mindfulness practice was shared by Dr. Sujata Norman during the episode Mixing Mindfulness & Self Efficacy with Dr. Norman & Dr. Bennett. Closed Captions

Wishing to address student teacher anxiety with teaching math, Dr. Tiffany Bennett and Dr. Sujata Norman combined their research interests, to investigate how contemplative practices and an intentional focus on improving self-efficacy could boost student teachers’ skills. Cohosts: Dr. Tom Pantazes and Amber Alvord Closed CaptionsShow Notes:Sarah Rose Cavanagh websiteAlbert Bandura

West Chester University Doctor of Education program leaders Dr. Heather Schugar & Dr. Jackie Hodes share their experiences and advice for leading an access oriented, high touch, cohort model doctoral program. Cohosts: Dr. Tom Pantazes and Jessica Drass Closed Captions Show Notes:WCU Ed.D. program website WCU Educational Leadership & Higher Education Administration department websiteCarnegie Project on the Education Doctorate website

A special live episode recording exploring the breadth of podcast possibilities with 5 West Chester University faculty. Whether it is using them as course texts or for assessment, creating podcasts for teaching or scholarship, or preparing students to be podcast professionals, this episode has something for everyone.Host: Dr. Tom PantazesPanelists:Dr. David Barry, Assistant Professor, Early and Middle GradesDr. Michael Rosario, Associate Professor, BiologyDr. Jeremy McCool, Assistant Professor, Communication and MediaDr. Anne Gill, Assistant Professor, Secondary EducationDr. Pauline Schmidt, Professor of English Education and Director, West Chester Writing ProjectClosed CaptionsResources from the Presentation

Communication and Media professor Maxine Gesualdi and student Faith Phillips describe the practical application of an active learning teaching strategy called interteaching. Cohosts: Dr. Tom Pantazes and Jes Drass Closed Captions Research Connection:Boyce, T. E., & Hineline, P. N. (2002). Interteaching: A strategy for enhancing the user-friendliness of behavioral arrangements in the college classroom. The Behavior analyst, 25(2), 215–226. https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03392059Hurtado-Parrado, C., Pfaller-Sadovsky, N., Medina, L., Gayman, C. M., Rost, K. A., & Schofill, D. (2022). A systematic review and quantitative analysis of interteaching. Journal of Behavioral Education, 1-29. Show Notes:Joseph Valenzano, Dean Butler University College of CommunicationRemedy, Cover Band

Game designer and English professor, Dr. Laquana Cooke discusses the role of games in education with a particular focus on how unpacking games provides rich educational possibilities. Cohosts: Jes Drass and Dr. Tom PantazesClosed Captions Research Connection:Bogost, I. (2010). Persuasive games: The expressive power of videogames. MIT Press. Cooke, Laquana. “NBA 2K14 for STEM.” In Learning, education & games vol. 3: 100 games to use in the classroom and beyond, edited by Schrier, Karen. Pittsburgh, PA: ETC Press (Carnegie Mellon).Cooke, Laquana, Lisa Dusenberry, and Joy Robinson. "Gaming Design Thinking: Wicked Problems, Sufficient Solutions, and the Possibility Space of Games." Technical Communication Quarterly (2020): 1-14.Sheldon, L. (2020). The multiplayer classroom: Designing coursework as a game. CRC Press. Sun, L., Guo, Z., & Hu, L. (2023). Educational games promote the development of students’ computational thinking: a meta-analytic review. Interactive Learning Environments, 31(6), 3476-3490.Show Notes:Math BlasterBuilding a Community Engagement Experience with Professor Gordon, Dr. Lightner, and Dr. Solic podcast ICamp WebsiteIan Bogost Procedural Rhetoric Construct 3TWINEEVE Online

Reflecting on her 20 year career at West Chester University, Teaching & Learning Center administrative assistant Pat Brander shares stories and laughter before beginning retirement. Cohosts: Dr. Tom Pantazes and Jes DrassClosed Captions Show Notes:Celebration of Teaching

Faculty Associate for Student Engagement and Retention and Compass Program Coordinator Dr. Tammy James discusses how the West Chester University Compass program helps young black men succeed. Cohosts: Dr. Tom Pantazes and Jes Drass Closed CaptionsResearch Connection:Pedler, M. L., Willis, R., & Nieuwoudt, J. E. (2022). A sense of belonging at university: Student retention, motivation and enjoyment. Journal of Further and Higher Education, 46(3), 397-408.Show Notes:WCU Compass Program Website

In her final episode ODLI on Air cohost Madison Steinbrenner reflects on her time as an instructional designer with the Teaching & Learning Center. Cohosts: Madison Steinbrenner, Jes Drass, Amber Alvord, and Dr. Tom PantazesClosed CaptionsShow Notes:WCU Quality Matters ProgramFor Good - Wicked

Assistant professor of Interdisciplinary Studies, Dr. Casey Schmitt shares how Dungeons & Dragons inspired him to create a fun and engaging role-playing activity for students.Cohosts: Jes Drass and Dr. Tom PantazesClosed CaptionsResearch Connection:Chernikova, O., Heitzmann, N., Stadler, M., Holzberger, D., Seidel, T., & Fischer, F. (2020). Simulation-based learning in higher education: A meta-analysis. Review of educational research, 90(4), 499-541. Fu, X., & Li, Q. (2025). Effectiveness of role-play method: A meta-analysis. International Journal of Instruction, 18(1), 309-324. Show Notes:Roberts Rules of Order

Student collaborator Gaven Toney and program participant Dr. Sally Lawton share their experiences in the WCU Student and Faculty Teaching Collaboration Program.Cohosts: Dr. Tom Pantazes and Madison SteinbrennerClosed CaptionsResearch Connection:Developing Pedagogical Partnerships by Alison Cook-SatherShow Notes:WCU Student-Faculty Teaching Collaborations Program website

Five communication and media students share their perspectives on artificial intelligence in education and the broader world based on their experiences taking Dr. Eryn Travis’ Communication Course: Generative AI and Strategic Communication.Guests: Dr. Eryn Travis Bethanie Lori   Bradyn Genello   Chris Moreno   Austin Williams  Sofia Vizzarri Host: Madison SteinbrennerClosed CaptionsShow Notes:Generative A.I. Teaching Strategies with Dr. Eryn Travis Part 1iRobot Movie Google Notebook LMSocial AIBurn Book: A Tech Love Story by Kara Swisher

History professor and scholar of Islamic history, Dr. Elizabeth Urban shares how she approaches the co-creation of course policies and expectations with students using an AI policy as an example.    Cohosts: Jes Drass and Dr. Tom Pantazes  Closed Captions  Research Connection:    Bovill, C., Cook-Sather, A., Felten, P., Millard, L., & Moore-Cherry, N. (2016). Addressing potential challenges in co-creating learning and teaching: Overcoming resistance, navigating institutional norms and ensuring inclusivity in student–staff partnerships. Higher Education, 71, 195-208.  Show Notes:   TLC Book Club

Dr. Adam Rainear and Dr. Tom Pantazes recap their experiences attending and presenting at the University of Akron's NEXT Conference. Closed Captions Show Notes: NEXT Conference 2024 Schedule 20 AI Teaching Tips & Tools in 20 Minutes by Tim Marshall David Grimes Instructional Design with AI workbook

What is online tutoring and how does it work at West Chester University? Dr. Jocelyn Manigo, director of the Learning Assistance and Resource Center discusses tutor.com and how it can support student success.   Hosted by Amber Alvord and Dr. Tom Pantazes Closed Captions Research Connection: Hardt, D., Nagler, M., & Rincke, J. (2023). Tutoring in (online) higher education: Experimental evidence. Economics of Education Review, 92, 102350.  CAST UDL Show Notes: Tutor.com Learning Assistance and Resource Center (LARC) website

Podcast creator and educator Dave Barry shares how he produces the "I Still Believe in School" podcast as a way to capture the wisdom of teachers and inspire future educators with positive messages about education. Hosted by Madison Steinbrenner and Dr. Tom Pantazes Closed Captions Research Connection: Addressing Stress with Self-Compassion: A Guide for Early Childhood Teachers by David P. Barry Show Notes: Garage Band Audacity My Favorite Murder Wait Wait Don't Tell Me Lore Listen Notes Alan Lomax Wikipedia entry

Philosophy professor and member of the Muscogee Nation, Dr. Joey Miller discusses indigenous pedagogies and decolonization drawing on his own experiences as an educator.  Cohosts: Dr. Tom Pantazes and Madison Steinbrenner Closed Captions Research Connection: Tuck, E. & Yang, K.W. (2012). Decolonization is not a metaphor. Decolonization: Indigeneity, Education & Society, 1 (1), 1-40. https://jps.library.utoronto.ca/index.php/des/article/view/18630  Cordova, V. F. (2007). How it is: The native American philosophy of VF Cordova. University of Arizona Press. Waters, A. (2004). American Indian Thought: Philosophical Essays. Show Notes: The Muscogee Nation Building a Community Engagement Experience with Professor Gordon, Dr. Lightner, and Dr. Solic podcast episode Viola Cordova Wikipedia Entry Hannah Freeman “Indian Hannah” Wikipedia Entry

Potter and associate professor of Art Andrew Snyder shares how he experimented with AI to create pottery.   Hosted by Jessica Drass and Dr. Tom Pantazes Closed Captions Research Connection: Guljajeva, V., & Canet Sola, M. (2023, April). AI-aided ceramic sculptures: bridging deep learning with materiality. In International Conference on Computational Intelligence in Music, Sound, Art and Design (Part of EvoStar) (pp. 357-371).

Political scientist Dr. Shannon McQueen shares her collection of teaching strategies and techniques that help her create powerful learning experiences for students in her diversity focused courses. Hosted by: Dr. Tom Pantazes and Jessica Drass Closed Captions Research Connection: McQueen, S. (2023). Diversity and Disconnection: Does an Online Setting Affect Student’s Understanding of Privilege, Oppression, and White Guilt?. Journal of Political Science Education, 19 (4), 649-667.  Show Notes: CELT Book Club website Inclusive Teaching: Strategies for Promoting Equity in the College Classroom by Hogan and Sathy Thomas Busey @thebesteducator

Mentor Dr. Kerrie Ocasio and mentee Dr. Rachel Colwell discuss their experience in the New Faculty Mentoring Program throughout the academic year. Looking back on what they each gained from the experience, they share highlights and discuss what a successful mentorship can look like for university faculty. Hosts: Dr. Tom Pantazes and Amber Alvord Closed Captions Research Connection: Ghosh, R., & Reio Jr, T. G. (2013). Career benefits associated with mentoring for mentors: A meta-analysis. Journal of Vocational Behavior, 83(1), 106-116. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jvb.2013.03.011 Bloom, L. K. (2017). New Faculty Mentoring in Higher Education: An Integrative Literature Review (Doctoral dissertation, Concordia University Chicago).  Show notes: WCUPA Faculty Mentoring Program website Trello

Encouraging students to read is a challenge. Dr. Julie Wiest describes how her active learning project overcomes this challenge and draws out student perspectives and experiences related to the reading. Hosted by: Madison Steinbrenner and Dr. Tom Pantazes Closed Captions Research Connection: Monson, R. A. (2019). Do they have to like it to learn from it? Students’ experiences, group dynamics, and learning outcomes in group research projects. Teaching Sociology, 47(2), 116-134.  Show notes: Egalia's Daughters: A Satire of the Sexes

What is reciprocal peer coaching and how can it benefit faculty? Dawn Patterson, Sandi Walz, and Stephen DiDomenico share those answers and more as they describe their experience participating in the TLC Teaching Triangles program. Host: Dr. Tom Pantazes Closed Captions Research Connection: Huston, T., & Weaver, C. L. (2008). Peer coaching: Professional development for experienced faculty. Innovative higher education, 33, 5-20.  WCU Teaching Triangles Description Teaching Triangles: A Campus Wide Interdisciplinary Program for Faculty Professional Development Faculty Professional Development - https://newprairiepress.org/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1030&context=advocate  Show Notes: 226 Active Learning Techniques from Iowa State University Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching

Dr. Anne Gill shares her insight into how she thinks about and uses podcasts as a teaching text in college courses. Hosted by Jes Drass and Dr. Tom Pantazes Closed Captions Research Connection: Gill, A. E. (2022). Students' Perceptions and Experiences with Podcasts as a Supplementary Text in a Critical Media Literacy Framework. St. John's University (New York). Conroy, D. & Fletcher-Saxon, J. (2024). What are educational podcasts? BERA blog. Show Notes: Too Many Tabs Serial Podcast My Favorite Murder Speechify Arm Chair Expert Podcast Studies

TLC staff Marc Drumm & Hannah Glatt share their reflections on and learning from the 2024 Online Learning Consortium Innovate Conference. Hosted by Dr. Tom Pantazes and Madison Steinbrenner Closed Captions Show Notes: ODLI on Air Episode: OLC Conference Recap ODLI on Air Episode: eTextbook Initaitive & PA ADOPT Grant with Marc Drumm, Hannah Glatt, and Dr. Jordan Schugar OLC website PA-ADOPT Website Bayview Analytics Project Z Degree Press Release W3 An alt decision tree

What is open science and how can it support student success? Biology professor Megan Fork and biology student Jessica Buchser share how resources like podcasts, open journal articles, and the WCU Biology Department diversity speaker series encourage individuals to engage with science concepts and inspired Jessica to become a microbiologist. Hosted by Dr. Tom Pantazes and Madison Steinbrenner Closed Captions Research Connection: Vicente-Saez, R., & Martinez-Fuentes, C. (2018). Open Science now: A systematic literature review for an integrated definition. Journal of business research, 88, 428-436. Show Notes: Phet Science Interactives Cocorahs Citizen Science Wolbachia Project WCUPA Diversity Grants Data Carpentry R Tutorials

Eryn Travis, Assistant professor in the Department of Communication and Media, utilizes generative AI to engage with students and construct communications. In this two-part series, she shares her perspective on this new tool as a communication expert, details the statistics behind how it will impact the workplace, and recalls her students’ reactions and feelings towards generative AI.  Cohosts: Dr. Tom Pantazes & Jes Drass ⁠Closed Captions⁠ Theory Connection: Mollick, E., & Mollick, L. (2023). Assigning AI: Seven Approaches for Students, with Prompts. arXiv preprint arXiv:2306.10052. Show Notes: Dr. Eryn Travis' Substack- ⁠Aristotle to AI

Eryn Travis, Assistant professor in the Department of Communication and Media, utilizes generative AI to engage with students and construct communications. In this two-part series, she shares her perspective on this new tool as a communication expert, details the statistics behind how it will impact the workplace, and recalls her students’ reactions and feelings towards generative AI.  Cohosts: Dr. Tom Pantazes & Jes Drass Closed Captions Theory Connection: Mollick, E., & Mollick, L. (2023). Assigning AI: Seven Approaches for Students, with Prompts. arXiv preprint arXiv:2306.10052. Show Notes: Dr. Eryn Travis' Substack- Aristotle to AI

Dr. Christopher Roemmele, an Associate Professor in the Department of Earth and Space Sciences at WCU and Dr. Tom Pantazes, Instructional Designer in the Teaching and Learning Center discuss their collaboration in bringing students across the world through the creation of VR video field trips in Dr. Roemmele's intro to geology courses. Hosted by Jes Drass and Madison Steinbrenner Closed Captions Research Connection: Roemmele, C., Pantazes, T. (2023, December). Supporting Student Learning and Understanding of Geoscience Using Virtual Reality and Video Demonstration. In International Research in Higher Education V. 1 (pp. 25-38). https://doi.org/10.5430/irhe.v8n2p25 Show Notes: Yosemite Geology VR Video and Crater Lake VR Video

While doing research on the history of medicine, Aaron Stoyack and Samuel Romeiser learned of Samuel Christian Schmucker’s promotion of eugenics. Dr. Ruswick encouraged Aaron to take action, leading to the formation of the student organization Students Against Schmucker (SAS). SAS wrote a letter to the WCU community and collected student and faculty signatures, leading to the renaming of Schmucker Science Center to The Science Complex.  Host: Dr. Tom Pantazes Closed Captions Theory Connection: What is in a name? WCU Namesake Committee Memorandum Burch‐Brown, J. (2022). Should slavery’s statues be preserved? On transitional justice and contested heritage. Journal of Applied Philosophy, 39(5), 807-824.  Show Notes: WCU Quad Article WCU 150th Anniversary Virtual Exhibit Pennhurst Asylum

Biology professor and amateur streamer, Dr. Michael Rosario shares how he experimented with teaching a large lecture course via YouTube live streaming. Hosted by Dr. Tom Pantazes and Jes Drass Closed Captions Research Connection: Pirker, J., Steinmaurer, A., & Karakas, A. (2021, June). Beyond gaming: the potential of twitch for online learning and teaching. In Proceedings of the 26th ACM Conference on Innovation and Technology in Computer Science Education V. 1 (pp. 74-80). https://doi.org/10.1145/3430665.3456324  Show Notes: OBS Getting Things Done Notion Evernote Obsidian Ark Nova