TNE Hawk Talk

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, join Haley Asbill, TNE writer, as she speaks with Peggy Glenn, director of development, and Baptiste Linet, 2026 winner of The Emerald. Listen in as they discuss the lasting impact of this fundraising gala supporting scholarships, sports, department programs and more.For more information, visit https://www.nsualumni.com/s/1517/bp20/home.aspx.For more NSU news, visit nsunews.com.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, join Kaleena Burtrum, TNE writer, as she speaks with Seth Brown, PLC President, and Benton Blasi, PLC Member. Listen as they discuss their recent spring break trip through PLC to China. For more information, email Chris Adney [email protected] more NSU news, visit nsunews.com.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, join Halli Resinger, advertising manager, as she speaks with Cassidy Bowen, head coach, and Mackenzie Donihoo, assistant coach. Listen as they discuss coming into RiverHawk softball as new coaches and how they plan to help shape the future of the team. For more information, visit goriverhawksgo.com. For more NSU news, visit nsunews.com.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, join Jillian Shultz, TNE writer, as she speaks with Hayden Thomas, lead Greek Sing director, and Katie Cochran, Greek Sing adviser. Listen in as they discuss the history of Greek Sing and what changes are being made in this year's production.For more information, visit @nsugreeksing on Instagram.For more NSU news, visit nsunews.com.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, join Jayden Milton, digital media coordinator, as he speaks with Jay Caldwell,  Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity president, and Gabby Hall, Black Student Union president. Listen in as they discuss their new Black organizations and representation on campus. For more information, visit NortheasternBSU and ZNupes on Instagram. For more NSU news, visit nsunews.com

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, join Chloe Mayfield, TNE writer, as she speaks with Dr. Suzanne Farmer, professor of history and Dr. Lindsay Silver, assistant professor of history. Listen in as they discuss the majors offered in history and what the department has planned for spring 2026.For more information, email [email protected] more NSU news, visit nsunews.com.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, join Halli Resinger, advertising manager, as she Dr. Jennifer Edwards, board chair and sociology professor. Listen in as they talk about the department of social sciences and what it has to offer new and returning students. For more information, visit https://academics.nsuok.edu/liberalarts/default.aspx. 

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, join Jayden Milton, digital media coordinator, as he speaks with Nancy Garber, STIR marketing chair, Ed Fite, STIR Co-founder, and Ed Brocksmith, STIR Co-founder and treasurer. Listen in as they talk about Save The Illinois River and hear about how people can get involved. For more information, https://illinoisriver.org/. 

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, join Breanna Hampton, editor-in-chief, as she speaks with Emma Williams, Talon editorial team, and Jared Gutierrez Nunez, Talon media marketing team. Listen in as they discuss the 10th edition of The Talon and hear a piece of creative work. For more information, visit https://nsuok.edu/the-talon/default.aspx.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, join Victoria Leflore, TNE Writer, as she speaks with  Darrin Priest, Assistant Housing Director and Allison Goodman, Student Hall Director. Listen in as they discuss how the application process works, the duties of an RA and the benefits that come with working for housing. For more information about becoming an RA, email [email protected] more NSU news, visit nsunews.com.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Hawk Talk Cobe Cook, TNE writer, sits down with NSU Archivist, Blain McClain, to explore the natural springs that flow beneath Northeastern State University’s Tahlequah campus. They discuss how these springs were discovered, their historical importance, and the lasting mark they’ve left on NSU and the Tahlequah community.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, join Aubrey Cagle, TNE Writer, as she speaks with Suzy Greer, NSGA vice president, and Addison Rouse, NSGA fiscal affairs chair. Listen in as they discuss student organization allocations and the process of applying for it.For more information about allocations, email [email protected] more NSU news, visit nsunews.com.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, join Sidney Robinson, TNE writer, as she speaks with Aubrey Cagle,  Wagoner junior, and Stetson Dilbeck, Roland junior. Listen in as they discuss the L.E.A.D.S program what it can do for students and their future career. For more information, email [email protected]. For more nsu news, visit nsunews.com

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, join Jayden Milton, photojournalism editor, as he speaks with Elizabeth Bird, director of Center for Tribal Studies, and Makiya Deerinwater, Tahlequah senior. Listen in as they discuss the mural Deerinwater created in the basement of the University Center near CTS and learn more about the Center for Tribal Studies. For more information about CTS, visit https://offices.nsuok.edu/centerfortribalstudies/default.aspx. For more nsu news, visit nsunews.com

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, join Katie Culberson, editor-in-chief, and Breanna Hampton, editor-in-chief, as they learn more about Dr. Johnny Kirk, professor of phycology and first responder, and his life after the OKC Bombing. Listen in as we cover Kirk's astonishing life as a first responder responding to the tragedy. **Listener discretion advised.**For more NSU news, visit nsunews.com.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, join Katie Culberson, editor-in-chief, and Breanna Hampton, editor-in-chief, as they learn more about Lauren Frost’s, Miss Oklahoma, journey through the pageant world. Listen in as the group discusses Frost’s time as Miss Oklahoma and the legacy she hopes to leave behind. For more NSU news, visit nsunews.com.

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of HawkTalk, join Halli Resinger, advertising manager, as she speaks with Eun-Jun Bang, social work professor, Allison Mason, Clinical Assistant Professor and Master of Social Work Field Education Director and Dr. Allen Shamow, Assistant Professor.  Listen in as each professor walks through the social work degree and learn more about social work as a profession. For more information about NSU degree of social work, visit https://academics.nsuok.edu/socialwork/default.aspx. For more nsu news, visit nsunews.com. 

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, join Seth Brown, TNE writer, as he learns more about the growing use of artificial intelligence within the classroom from Dr. Christopher Flavin, chair of the Department of Languages and Literature, and Dana Boren, marketing instructor. Listen in as the group discusses how students should use the technology and the overall state of AI within education in society.For more NSU news, visit nsunews.com

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, join Breanna Hampton, editor-in-chief, as she dives deeper in the world of Alternative Certification for Educators Institute with Ana Landsaw, assistant director of ACE, and Amy Johnson, assistant director of TAP. Listen in as Landsaw details her experience and time with the ACE Institute.For more NSU news, visit nsunews.com 

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of Hawk Talk, join Spencer Makhani, TNE podcast editor, as he speaks with  Liam Mcalpin, Media and Marketing manager for The Talon, Maddie Barnes, head of the Layout team, and Kaityln Whitmire, Layout team member. Join us this episode to discuss what lessons they have learned in publishing the 9th Edition and the impact it had on the team.For more information about The Talon literary journal, visit nsuok.edu/the-talon, or their Instagram @thetalonliteraryjournal.  To purchase the 9th Edition, visit https://a.co/d/h6HeIyh.For more NSU news, visit nsunews.com.

Send us Fan MailSince 1990, the Center for Tribal Studies has become one of the central resources on campus for supporting and enhancing academic effectiveness while bridging communication between tribal nations and the University. On today's podcast, Christian Johnston, TNE writer, sits down with Gaelin Rose, student engagement coordinator for CTS, and Makiya Deerinwater, Tahlequah senior, to discuss what CTS does for students and how that process has been affected by the lack of a director for the program. For more NSU news, visit nsunews.com.

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of Hawk Talk, join Spencer Makhani, TNE podcast editor, as he speaks with Christopher Murphy, professor of English, Shellby Steffen, head of the Editorial team for The Talon, and Breanna Hampton, assistant editor for The Northeastern. Join us this episode to learn more about the steps required to finalize an edition of The Talon and how the editorial process is handled. The episode will conclude with a discussion of a poem from a previous edition of The Talon.For more information about The Talon literary journal, visit nsuok.edu/the-talon, or their Instagram @thetalonliteraryjournal.  For more NSU news, visit nsunews.com.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Kurrin Mounce, TNE writer, sits down with Seth Griffin, Tau Kappa Epsilon’s service and philanthropy chair, and Stetson Dillbeck, vice president and treasurer, to learn more about their upcoming TKE In The Box philanthropy event. Listen in as they share information about the box's purpose and what events the community can get involved with. TKE’s box will be set up Nov. 11 through 15 at Second Century Square outside the University Center of the Tahlequah campus.For more NSU News, visit nsunews.com. 

Send us Fan MailOn this special Halloween episode of TNE Hawk Talk, Spencer Makhani, podcast editor, and Breanna Hampton, assistant editor, sit down with Blain McLain, archives assistant, to delve into the haunted happenings in NSU's past. Listen in as McLain details past employees experiences and the history behind NSU that accounts for it. For more NSU news, visit nsunews.com. 

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Spencer Makhani, podcast editor, and Katie Culberson, sports editor, sit down with John Sizemore, NSU athletics director, to learn more about what the football department did to prep for the centennial Homecoming football game. Listen in as they discuss the goals he has for the team and how they plan to improve for the seasons to come. Kick-off for the Homecoming game is at 6 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 26 in Doc Wadley Field located at the Tahlequah campus.For more NSU news, visit nsunews.com.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Spencer Makhani, podcast editor, sits down with Northeastern Student Government association members as they share their experiences in helping prep for the centennial Homecoming celebration. Bradon Bean, NSGA president, Aubrey Cagle, chief of staff, and Chloe Botts, outreach and programs chair, discuss the goals of their new members and how they plan to improve student life on campus. Listen in to learn more about their vision for NSU and events coming up. Stay up to date with NSGA initiatives by following their Instagram at @NSUNSGA.For more NSU news, visit nsunews.com.

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Homecoming Week special, join Spencer Makhani, podcast editor for The Northeastern, as he sits down with the executive director of the NSU Alumni Association, Daniel Johnson. Listen in to hear us discuss how the Alumni Association prepares for homecoming, the events he is most excited about and what kind of work goes into maintaining alum relations.For more information about the 100th homecoming or the Alumni Association, visit nsualumni.com

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Homecoming Week special, join Angel Ford, editor-in-chief, and Spencer Makhani, podcast editor, as they sit down with the 20th president of NSU, Dr. Rodney Hanley. This is Hanley's second Homecoming at NSU and the 100th-year Homecoming for the university. Listen in to learn more about the efforts taken to increase enrollment, what Hanley looks forward to during the week and how he views the community as a whole. For more NSU news, visit nsunews.com. 

Send us Fan MailNSU's Centennial Homecoming begins this week as preparations for the upcoming weekend are in full swing. In celebration of this momentous occasion, TNE's Hawk Talk podcast has recorded a full week of episodes with special guests integral to the inner workings of NSU and Homecoming production. To kickstart the first episode, Angel Ford, editor-in-chief, and Spencer Makhani, podcast editor, sit down with Suzanne Myers, Alumni Association president. Myers is the mayor of Tahlequah and an NSU alumna who has attended almost 50 Homecoming's. Tune in to learn about Myers's journey, what she hopes to see for this year's celebration and future plans. For more NSU news, visit nsunew.com. 

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of TNE's Hawk Talk, join Angel Ford, editor-in-chief, and Spencer Makhani, podcast editor, as they talk cybersecurity and the new clinics to be established at NSU with Dr. Stacey White, associate professor of criminal justice. The new cybersecurity clinics are part of a $1 million grant awarded by Google to create added opportunities and access for students who wish to learn more about effective cybersecurity and cultivate skills involving AI. The clinics will work as a teaching tool while assisting to support small businesses, schools, hospitals and more from malicious hacking. To learn more, visit https://cyberclinics.withgoogle.com/.For more NSU news, visit nsunews.com. 

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of Hawk Talk, join Spencer Makhani, TNE podcast editor, as he speaks with Liam Mcalpin, media and marketing manager for "The Talon," and Maddie Barnes, "The Talon" head of Layout. Listen in to learn more about what "The Talon" does, what goes into publishing a university literary journal and experience a featured poem from a previous edition.For more information about "The Talon" literary journal, visit nsuok.edu/the-talon, or their Instagram @thetalonliteraryjournal.  For more NSU news, visit nsunews.com.

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of Hawk Talk, join Spencer Makhani, TNE podcast editor, as he speaks with Dr. Weihuan Zhao, chair of the Mechanical Engineering program, and Angel Ford, editor-in-chief of The Northeastern, about the Mechanical Engineering program. The program has completed its first full year offered at NSU and is now being expanded to the Broken Arrow campus. Join this episode to learn more about the faculty member’s passion behind the project and her hopes for what lies ahead. For more information about the Mechanical Engineering program at NSU, visit academics.nsuok.edu/naturalsciences/Degrees/Undergraduate/MechanicalEngineering or email Dr. Zhao at [email protected].  For more NSU news, visit nsunews.com.

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of Hawk Talk, join Spencer Makhani, TNE podcast editor, as he speaks with Dr. Audell Shelburne, dean of the College of Liberal Arts, Dr. Christine Hallman, assistant dean and professor of geography and Dr. Robyn Pursley, assistant dean and professor of drama, as they discuss their journey to NSU and hopes for COLA. Tune in to learn more about the new leadership team, how they are settling in and a look into the future of the college.For more information about the programs offered at the College of Liberal Arts, visit academics.nsuok.edu/liberalarts.For more NSU news, visit nsunews.com.

Send us Fan MailJoin Lauren Hassell, TNE writer, as she sits down with Sydnie Lawson, Bixby freshman, and Katie Cochran, associate director of student engagement, to discuss the Top 10 Outstanding Freshmen awards. Listen in to hear Lawson's experience with winning this award and the qualities that helped her stand out as well as the award process.For more information, email [email protected] or stop by the office of student engagement on the bottom floor of the University Center. For more NSU news, visit nsunews.com.

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of Hawk Talk, join Spencer Makhani, TNE writer, as he speaks with Justin Chase, director of the RiverHawk Scholar program, Denae Ray, residence life assistant and Zander Harris, Broken Arrow freshman, about the RiverHawk Scholar program. Tune in to learn more about the program, the benefits added by the residence life assistants and to hear from a student participating about what makes RSP special.For more information about the Riverhawk Scholar Program, visithttps://academics.nsuok.edu/continuingeducation/RiverHawksScholarProgram/.For more NSU news, visit nsunews.com.

Send us Fan MailContent Warning: This Hawk Talk episode mentions drug use and addiction. Listener discretion advised. Thank you for listening In this episode of Hawk Talk, Koby Hooper, TNE writer, sits down with Allison Hamilton, coordinator of Outreach and Prevention , and Chloee Mach, co-coordinator of Outreach and Prevention, to discuss the prevalent issue of substance abuse on college campuses. Listen to learn more about the resources available to the NSU community.For more information about Outreach and Prevention, call 918-444-4735.  

Send us Fan MailOn today's episode of TNE Hawk Talk, Jayden Milton, TNE writer, sits down with Whitney Arbaugh, director of housing and residence life, and Darrin Priest, assistant director of residence life. Today’s discussion ranges from the daily duties of both Arbuagh and Priest to an inside look into what goes on at the dorms on the Tahlequah campus. Tune in to learn about residential assistants, the difference between the many dorms and the regulations for emotional support animals. For more housing information, visit offices.nsuok.edu/housing/default.

Send us Fan MailJoin Breanna Hampton, TNE assistant editor, to get the inside look at NSU sororities, their presidents and what it means to be part of their world. Hampton sits down with NSU’s sorority presidents, Sydney Vann, Tri Sigma president, Maddie Bethal, Delta Zeta president, and Camdin Pierce, AOII president to answer common questions about how a sorority works and what differentiates them from other organizations. 

Send us Fan MailJoin Julia Childers, TNE Writer, as she sits down with Aubreigh Lambet, PLC leadership conference coordinator, and Chris Adney, PLC adviser, to discuss the upcoming PLC High School Leadership conference and the latest about the new PLC lounge. For more NSU news, visit nsunews.com

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of Hawk Talk, join Katie Culberson, TNE writer, as she speaks with John Sisemore, athletic director, and Andrew Fletcher, assistant athletic director, about the department’s budget cuts. Tune in to hear the drastic budget cuts and what changes NSU athletics has made to stay functional. For more NSU news visit, nsunews.com.  

Send us Fan MailJoin Kayla Harp, TNE writer, as she sits down with newly crowned Miss NSU 2024, Vanessa Williams and Katie Cochran, associate director of Student Engagement, they delve into the Miss NSU competition. Listen in to hear more about what started the competition and Williams own perspective as she competed for the title. 

Send us Fan MailJason Anderson, TNE writer, sits down  Dr. Beth Bowin, associate, professor of psychology and counseling, and Katie Marino, licensed professional counselor, as they discuss the cause of mental health issues in college students and how long-term stress affects our mental state. Learn tips and tricks on coping with long term stress, and ways to overcome it.For more NSU news, visit nsunews.com.

Send us Fan MailWelcome to Hawk Talk TNE's podcast! Join Katie Culberson, TNE writer, as she sits down with Madison Heinle, SAAC president, and Hayley Garcia, social media representative, as they discuss what the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee is and its community impact. Learn about SAAC's events, organizational process and the popular pen pal program connecting NSU athletes with local schools. Discover how to engage with SAAC and stay tuned for upcoming events. For more NSU news, visit nsunews.com.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Hawk Talk, join Spencer Makhani, TNE contributing writer, as he speaks with Justin Chase, director of the Riverhawk Scholar program, and Abby Maddux, North Richland Hills, Texas senior, about the Riverhawk Scholar program. Tune in to learn more about the program, admission process and firsthand feel for what participating entails.For more information about the Riverhawk Scholar Program, visithttps://academics.nsuok.edu/continuingeducation/RiverHawksScholarProgram/.For more NSU news, visit nsunews.com.

Send us Fan MailOn today's episode of TNE Hawk Talk, Mary Jane Hudson, TNE writer, is joined by student employees Jaela Payne, Muskogee junior and Jaime Hurlburt, Muskogee graduate, to speak about their experiences as on-campus student workers. Students can get involved with on-campus employment by visiting nsuok.joinhandshake.com.For more NSU news, visit nsunews.com.

Send us Fan MailOn today's episode of TNE Hawk Talk, listen in as Baylee Douthit, TNE contributor, speaks with Gracie Sanford, Delight director and Kaylee Dubin, community service coordinator. Tune in as they speak about their Christian organization called Delight and their thoughts on the importance of having a women's only ministry.For more information about Delight, follow them on instagram @delight_nsuok.For more NSU news, visit nsunews.com.

Send us Fan MailJoin Bre Littlebear, contributing writer,  as she sits down with Emma Rowland,  Homecoming Week director, and Allie Walck, street party chair, on the latest episode of The Hawk Talk. They delve into the exciting Homecoming Week events, running from Sept. 24 through Sept. 30, giving NSU a sneak peek into the festivities and celebrations that await! Don't miss this insider's look at the fun-filled week.For more information, visit www.nsualumni.com/s/1517/bp20/project.aspx?sid=1517&gid=1&pgid=2437&cid=5535&ecid=5535&crid=0&calpgid=330&calcid=3701.For more NSU news, visit nsunews.com.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Breanna Hampton, TNE writer, sits down with Christopher Murphy, assistant professor of English, and a student within the Publication class, Liam Mcalpin, marketer, as they discuss this semester's edition of "The Talon." Listen in as Murphy shares insights into how students are curating submissions and the journal's impact on student voices. Mcalpin delves into his experience as a student and the marketing strategies crucial for campus literary journals. Discover the creative and nurturing space of "The Talon" and gain insights into the captivating realm of campus literary journals in this illuminating episode of the Hawk Talk.Submission deadline is Friday, Sept. 30For more information, visit nsuok.edu/thetalon or email [email protected]. For more NSU news, visit nsunews.com.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Hawk Talk,  April Russell, TNE contributor,  welcomes two special guests, Dr. Robyn Pursley, assistant dean of the College of Liberal Arts, and Erin Corley, Fort Gibson senior, to discuss the exciting fall 2023 drama programs debuting on the stage of the NSU Playhouse. Pursley provides a tantalizing glimpse into what awaits theatre enthusiasts with the more recent production, "THE ROCK," open to all at 7 p.m. on Sept. 7.  An original adaptation of the cherished children's story, "The Stone in the Road," the unique play is crafted by NSU Drama faculty member Christopher Miller, professor of drama. The cast comprises of talented NSU Drama students, making it a perfect family-friendly outing.  Admission is entirely free and seating is limited.For those eager to learn more about NSU's drama season, email Pursley at [email protected]. For more NSU news, follow our Spotify and visit nsunews.com.

Send us Fan MailOn this semester's end episode, Angel Ford, TNE editor-in-chief, and MJ Hudson, TNE contributor, sit down with Dr. Steve Turner, NSU president, to discuss his impending retirement from NSU. Having served as NSU's president for nearly 12 years, Turner has undertaken various initiatives to enhance the campus. Tune in to discover his vision for the remainder of his tenure, his aspirations for leaving a lasting impression and his goals for post-retirement.For more NSU news, visit nsunews.com.