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In this mini-episode, Joel Quintong, Dean of Students at Iona University, discusses the growing trend of lay leadership in Catholic higher education. He explores the challenges and opportunities non-religious leaders face in maintaining Catholic traditions while managing modern educational complexities. Joel emphasizes the importance of understanding and embracing the institution's Catholic heritage, mission, and specific order's traditions. He also highlights the unique governance structure in Catholic institutions, including oversight from local bishops and global religious orders. As leadership transitions from religious to lay people, Joel stresses the need for strategies to preserve the Catholic mission and serve underserved populations, as exemplified by Iona University's founding principles.

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In this kick off to Season 4 of Office Hours with Dr. De Veau, the Laura reflects on the legacy of President Jimmy Carter, particularly his significant contributions to higher education, including the establishment of the US Department of Education and various initiatives aimed at increasing access and support for students. Laura emphasizes the importance of continuing Carter's vision for equitable education and the need for advocacy in these challenging times. (And if you are watching the video, her 15 year old beagle, Daisy, does a bit of wandering).

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Last year, I had the pleasure of recording 12 mini-podcast episodes at the NASPA Region 1 conference. The response was phenomenal, and I thoroughly enjoyed featuring both longtime colleagues and newer connections from my network.

These episodes centered on candid conversations about the future of the student affairs profession. What made them special was their organic nature and the minimal preparation required. My guests came ready to share their insights, and I was there to listen and engage. It was a perfect setup!

Now, I'm excited to announce that I'm recruiting potential guests for mini-episodes slated for spring 2025. Here's what you need to know:

• All you need is a computer with a camera and microphone

• You're welcome to bring a plus-one if you'd like

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• Current paid subscribers will have their subscription extended by 6 months post-expiration

If you're passionate about student affairs and have thoughts to share, I'd love to hear from you. Let's continue these important conversations and shape the future of our profession together.

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This first mini-episode is with Dr. Rich DeCapua and Brian Quinlan. Rich and Brian are like peas and carrots. They have been around a long time, and they can basically complete each others sentences. But they also have a long history with NASPA, the profession and the regional conferences. Both have held leadership roles within the organization and have had a hand in implementing these events. They are well aware of the importance of the conferences as a way to provide Student Affairs professionals, both new, mid-level and well seasoned with opportunities for learning, growth and mentorship. I hope you enjoy this first of 11 mini-episodes of “SA Pros on the Road.”

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Thank you for being an Office Hours listener. In order to grow our community please rate, review and share the podcast with your network. Thank you to my wonderful producer, David Yas. Office Hours is a production of Pod617 studios in Westwood, Massachusetts. Now, get out there and learn something. 

A poor transition can impact the institution in ways that are potentially embarrassing and catastrophic having long standing implications for institutional reputation and institutional continuity. 

Guests, Dr. Pat Sanaghan and Dr. Karen Whitney are two of the co-authors of the new book, Onboarding the “Transitional” Presidency: A New Imperative for the “Interim Presidents”. Pat and Karen believe that now is the time to ‘normalize’ the benefits of an interim president, especially as it relates to the long-term transitional success for campus leadership. This was a great conversation and I hope you enjoy it. 

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The topic of “men and masculinity” has been a centerpiece of campus discussions and programming for over a decade, but it appears that GenZ white men are feeling left out in this political landscape, fueling their interest in supporting former President Trump.

These polls and news coverage made me think back to the great conversation I had last year with author, Mark Greene whose expertise is “our dominance-based culture of masculinity.” These data points are disconcerting as we consider how our campuses thrive as community, when there is such an intense gender divide around politics, can our students actually find belonging or will they fester in isolation? This is a great episode and absolutely timely for this moment on our latest Poller-coaster ride.

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Dr. Laura De Veau is Principal & Founder of Fortify Associates, LLC. Fortify Associates, LLC is unique in the higher education, not-for-profit, and public service market. They provide comprehensive workshops, program reviews and project management services with a combination of in-person and virtual delivery. Fortify Associates is committed to creating experiences that are unique to the needs and culture of each of their clients. Dr. Laura De Veau is a Visiting Assistant Professor at Boston College’s Lynch School of Education & Human Development.

MIT is attributing the dip in diversity to the SCOTUS decision, and will be formulating new admission initiatives moving forward, including seeking feedback from faculty.  I can't help but wonder if this presents an opportunity to fundamentally rethink our approach to enrollment management and the wave of "holistic" admissions practices. 

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It was my pleasure to speak with Dr. Amelia Parnell, the newly appointed President of NASPA. We discussed her transition to the role that will begin July 1, 2024. It was an honor to get to know Amelia and her motivation to become the next NASPA President. Amelia is a data head and hard-wired optimist - And we spend time speaking about both! (Data and optimism) … but we also discussed the challenges that the profession is facing. She shares personal anecdotes that shaped her leadership philosophy, including her first job experiences and the lessons learned from them about complex systems, quality control, and the importance of every role in an organization

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In this episode, Amelia expresses a strong commitment to innovation and community within NASPA. She emphasizes the importance of maintaining and enhancing NASPA’s role as a vibrant community of professionals dedicated to advancing the field of student affairs. Looking ahead, Amelia acknowledges the challenges facing the field of student affairs but remains optimistic about the opportunities for growth and innovation. She highlights the importance of balancing joy and challenge in her work, aiming to foster an environment where both can thrive

Amelia values deep, meaningful engagement and is committed to building strong relationships within the NASPA community and beyond. She mentions her approach to leadership as one that is inclusive and collaborative, aiming to bring together diverse voices and perspectives to enrich the field. 

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As with the previous episode, with Ellie and Tori, Nate Fontaine got me jazzed for the future of the profession. Nate is now a recent graduate of Springfield College. We talked intersectionality, identity, tough decisions, student conduct and the importance of the difficult decisions that we made on the daily in Student Affairs.

I appreciate Nate’s willingness to engage with me on the challenges that exist in an intergenerational workplace and how challenge and support differs in and amongst the generations. Best of Luck to Nate as he begins his journey in the profession!

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I was asked by the NASPA, Student Affairs in Higher Education, Region 1 conference committee to set up shop at the conference with my podcasting equipment and hear from current Student Affairs Professionals. I gladly did so, and on a beautiful November day 13 SAPros imparted 3 and a half hours of content … I had a lot of audio to sort through.

As the interviews took place in the middle of a conference where participants were happy to be out of the office, mixing with old friends and new acquaintances, I found the conversations were highly energetic. There is also some background noise at times, so please hang in there and be understanding.

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Ellie and Tori are the reason I am optimistic about the future of the profession. The conversation with these two UConn HESA students left me energized - despite technical problems, which you dear listener will pick up on pretty quick as there is no introduction. Sorry to my guests for the recording glitch.

Ellie and Tori provided insights into what makes for excellent preparation, and what they see as opportunities in the future of student affairs. Indeed, the future is bright. And I am looking forward to seeing what they accomplish in the field.

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I was asked by the NASPA, Student Affairs in Higher Education, Region 1 conference committee to set up shop at the conference with my podcasting equipment and hear from current Student Affairs Professionals. I gladly did so, and on a beautiful November day 13 SAPros imparted 3 and a half hours of content … I had a lot of audio to sort through.

As the interviews took place in the middle of a conference where participants were happy to be out of the office, mixing with old friends and new acquaintances, I found the conversations were highly energetic. There is also some background noise at times, so please hang in there and be understanding.

We have ONE interview remaining and it will air on June 19. Stay tuned!

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After hearing that Blake’s genealogy goes back to the first European Americans and my one possible connection to fame being a distant relation to Milton Berle… we get into a tremendous discussion on how student expectations around housing and living on campus is not keeping up with the state of campus amenities.

Blake and I bond over hot topics including hall architecture, and why common area kitchens are terrible. It was a pleasure to get to know Blake and I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did!

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I was asked by the NASPA, Student Affairs in Higher Education, Region 1 conference committee to set up shop at the conference with my podcasting equipment and hear from current Student Affairs Professionals. I gladly did so, and on a beautiful November day 13 SAPros imparted 3 and a half hours of content … I had a lot of audio to sort through.

As the interviews took place in the middle of a conference where participants were happy to be out of the office, mixing with old friends and new acquaintances, I found the conversations were highly energetic. There is also some background noise at times, so please hang in there and be understanding.

We have two interviews remaining and they will be released June 12 & 19. Stay tuned!

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In this episode, Amelia expresses a strong commitment to innovation and community within NASPA. She emphasizes the importance of maintaining and enhancing NASPA’s role as a vibrant community of professionals dedicated to advancing the field of student affairs. Looking ahead, Amelia acknowledges the challenges facing the field of student affairs but remains optimistic about the opportunities for growth and innovation. She highlights the importance of balancing joy and challenge in her work, aiming to foster an environment where both can thrive

Amelia values deep, meaningful engagement and is committed to building strong relationships within the NASPA community and beyond. She mentions her approach to leadership as one that is inclusive and collaborative, aiming to bring together diverse voices and perspectives to enrich the field. 

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Bio for Guest: https://naspa.org/people/dr-amelia-parnell
Linked In for Guest: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ameliaparnell/
Amelia’s Book, “You are a Data Person”

Office Hours with Dr. De Veau is a podcast designed for the Higher Education community by a Higher Education professional. It is produced by David Yas and Pod617 studios in Westwood, Massachusetts.

Welcome to Episode 8 of SAPros On the Road. Mini podcast episodes about the current state and the future of the Student Affairs profession, straight from the source.

I want to thank all my guests for their enthusiasm and authenticity. This was a great amount of fun. There are some guests whose thoughts and opinions will resonate with you more than others, but I do hope the series in full fills your spirit. The bottom line is that the future of the Student Affairs profession is stronger because of the range of thoughts, creative ideas and dedication that these professionals embody.

You know you are old when your former graduate assistant not only earns their Ph.D., earns a full-time faculty role, earns tenure and then … becomes an Associate Dean. Well, Dr. Annemarie Vaccaro is my reminder of how long I’ve been doing what I’ve been doing, but also, how fortunate I am that I have had a wee bit of influence on such a tremendous individual. At the University of Rhode Island, Annemarie serves both as a leader of the College of Education but also is having a daily impact on the future of the field by teaching in URI’s College Personnel Program.

It should be no surprise that the conversation focused on how we prepare the future of the Student Affairs field and what we need to do to remain current while connected to the traditions of our work. We also discuss an area of interest for both of us - students with disabilities and the research she is currently performing. I am looking forward to her publication on the subject. Speaking of please be sure to check out her publications.

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I was asked by the NASPA, Student Affairs in Higher Education, Region 1 conference committee to set up shop at the conference with my podcasting equipment and hear from current Student Affairs Professionals. I gladly did so, and on a beautiful November day 13 SAPros imparted 3 and a half hours of content … I had a lot of audio to sort through.

As the interviews took place in the middle of a conference where participants were happy to be out of the office, mixing with old friends and new acquaintances, I found the conversations were highly energetic. There is also some background noise at times, so please hang in there and be understanding.

We have three interviews remaining and they will be released June 5, 12 and 19. Stay tuned!

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Beth brings her extensive legal expertise to the conversation, focusing on the nuances of managing campus unrest from a legal and administrative perspective. Laura and Beth explore the critical role of communication and the need for clear policies that are effectively communicated to all stakeholders. They discuss the potential repercussions of poorly managed crises, including the legal implications for institutions and the personal impact on students and staff.

Beth provides an insightful analysis of recent changes in Title IX regulations and their impact on campus policies. She discusses the delicate balance between protecting free speech and ensuring a safe, non-discriminatory learning environment.

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Office Hours with Dr. De Veau is a podcast designed for the Higher Education community by a Higher Education professional. It is produced by David Yas and Pod617 studios in Westwood, Massachusetts.

Welcome to Episode 7 of SAPros On the Road. Mini podcast episodes about the current state and the future of the Student Affairs profession, straight from the source.

I want to thank all my guests for their enthusiasm and authenticity. This was a great amount of fun. There are some guests whose thoughts and opinions will resonate with you more than others, but I do hope the series in full fills your spirit. The bottom line is that the future of the Student Affairs profession is stronger because of the range of thoughts, creative ideas and dedication that these professionals embody.

Dr. Vince Kloskowski decided to pivot to the K-12 realm after spending a lifetime in HigherEd (25+ years). He has made it a priority to consider the possibility of education and what that means for young people looking to their future. A compelling conversation as we consider the future of the Student Affairs profession. I appreciate him taking the time to attend the NASPA Region 1 conference to remain connected to the profession in order to better serve the students of his High School. But more so, I am hopeful that our current HigherEd professionals heed his insights.

Also - a link to the Sova Partner’s White Paper on Credit Mobility that was referenced during the conversation.

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I was asked by the NASPA, Student Affairs in Higher Education, Region 1 conference committee to set up shop at the conference with my podcasting equipment and hear from current Student Affairs Professionals. I gladly did so, and on a beautiful November day 13 SAPros imparted 3 and a half hours of content … I had a lot of audio to sort through.

I have chosen to post these mini-episodes here every other Wednesday beginning February 14, 2024 in the order in which they were recorded. Think of it as a very special Valentine’s Day present. The choice to keep the posts in the order they were recorded is for no other reason than listeners can refer back to previous mini-episodes because there are call backs that do come up from conversation to conversation.

As the interviews took place in the middle of a conference where participants were happy to be out of the office, mixing with old friends and new acquaintances, I found the conversations were highly energetic. There is also some background noise at times, so please hang in there and be understanding.

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Mark Greene writes, speaks, coaches and consults on the challenges we face as men, women and non-binary people impacted by our dominance-based culture of masculinity.
As a co-founder of Relational Workplace.com and as a Senior Editor for the Good Men Project, Greene has spent over a decade as a writer, coach, and speaker, deconstructing our binary-riddled dialogues around manhood and masculinity. He is uniquely positioned to help individuals and organizations overcome retrogressive business behaviors and instead create diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace cultures of connection.

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Office Hours with Dr. De Veau is a podcast designed for the Higher Education community by a Higher Education professional. It is produced by David Yas and Pod617 studios in Westwood, Massachusetts.

Welcome to Episode 6 of SAPros On the Road. Mini podcast episodes about the current state and the future of the Student Affairs profession, straight from the source.

I want to thank all my guests for their enthusiasm and authenticity. This was a great amount of fun. There are some guests whose thoughts and opinions will resonate with you more than others, but I do hope the series in full fills your spirit. The bottom line is that the future of the Student Affairs profession is stronger because of the range of thoughts, creative ideas and dedication that these professionals embody.

Melinda Stoops, PhD has been a pillar at her home institution of Boston College since her arrival on campus in 2017. Melinda manages some of the most challenging aspects of campus life - counseling, Title IX and student wellness. With a Doctorate in counseling psychology, Melinda puts the care for students first, and this conversation shows just why Melinda was inducted this March into the NASPA ‘Pillar of the Profession’.

Melinda’s compassionate energy comes through in this mini-episode. I hope you enjoy.

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I was asked by the NASPA, Student Affairs in Higher Education, Region 1 conference committee to set up shop at the conference with my podcasting equipment and hear from current Student Affairs Professionals. I gladly did so, and on a beautiful November day 13 SAPros imparted 3 and a half hours of content … I had a lot of audio to sort through.

I have chosen to post these mini-episodes here every other Wednesday beginning February 14, 2024 in the order in which they were recorded. Think of it as a very special Valentine’s Day present. The choice to keep the posts in the order they were recorded is for no other reason than listeners can refer back to previous mini-episodes because there are call backs that do come up from conversation to conversation.

As the interviews took place in the middle of a conference where participants were happy to be out of the office, mixing with old friends and new acquaintances, I found the conversations were highly energetic. There is also some background noise at times, so please hang in there and be understanding.

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He is also a political junkie, and a writer/editor for the “Buckeye Flame” Ohio’s award winning LGBTQ+ news outlet. Ken has written, analyzed and obsessed over the impact of these bills on the youth of Ohio and how this will have an impact on HigherEd across the country. 

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Office Hours with Dr. De Veau is a podcast designed for the Higher Education community by a Higher Education professional. It is produced by David Yas and Pod617 studios in Westwood, Massachusetts.

Welcome to Episode 5 of SAPros On the Road. Mini podcast episodes about the current state and the future of the Student Affairs profession, straight from the source.

I want to thank all my guests for their enthusiasm and authenticity. This was a great amount of fun. There are some guests whose thoughts and opinions will resonate with you more than others, but I do hope the series in full fills your spirit. The bottom line is that the future of the Student Affairs profession is stronger because of the range of thoughts, creative ideas and dedication that these professionals embody.

Jonathan Kroll, PhD. is a wonderful example of a Student Affairs professional who saw a need in the practice and was able to harness his entrepreneurial spirit to create a highly successful model that brings leadership workshops to campuses through his not-for-profit, Leadership Trainer. The Leadership Trainer approach is innovative and current, as Jonathan and his colleagues believe that the leadership mindset needs to be reimagined.

Jonathan is equal parts driven, innovative and mission oriented. I hope you enjoy this conversation!

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I was asked by the NASPA, Student Affairs in Higher Education, Region 1 conference committee to set up shop at the conference with my podcasting equipment and hear from current Student Affairs Professionals. I gladly did so, and on a beautiful November day 13 SAPros imparted 3 and a half hours of content … I had a lot of audio to sort through.

I have chosen to post these mini-episodes here every other Wednesday beginning February 14, 2024 in the order in which they were recorded. Think of it as a very special Valentine’s Day present. The choice to keep the posts in the order they were recorded is for no other reason than listeners can refer back to previous mini-episodes because there are call backs that do come up from conversation to conversation.

As the interviews took place in the middle of a conference where participants were happy to be out of the office, mixing with old friends and new acquaintances, I found the conversations were highly energetic. There is also some background noise at times, so please hang in there and be understanding.

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