In the premiere episode of The Faculty Staff Lounge, Dr. Laura De Veau introduces the new podcast transitioning from Office Hours with Dr. De Veau. Recorded at the 50th Maryland Student Affairs Conference (MSAC), this episode features a panel discussion moderated by Dr. De Veau, with panelists Dr. Mamta Accapadi, Dr. Brian McGowan, and Dr. Paige Haber Curran. The theme 'Leading with Heart' guides a deep dive into fostering trust, leveraging emotional intelligence, and adapting student affairs practices in a changing landscape. The episode also addresses critical issues like institutional closures and political challenges to DEI efforts. The conversation emphasizes the importance of empathy, transparency, and community in higher education.
Topics
00:00 Welcome to The Faculty Staff Lounge
01:25 Introduction to the 50th MSAC Conference
04:29 Panel Discussion: Leading with Heart
08:16 Building Trust in Higher Education
19:10 Challenges and Emotional Energy in Leadership
30:02 The Importance of Human Connection
36:24 Co-Creating Experiences with Students
37:15 Empathy and Self-Work
38:25 Family History and Resilience
40:56 Intergenerational Impact and Indigenous Wisdom
42:10 Addressing Deficit Ideology in Education
46:48 Emotional Intelligence in Leadership
52:04 Challenges Facing Higher Education
55:21 Post-Pandemic Student Engagement
01:02:52 Future of Student Affairs and DEI
01:10:05 Closing Remarks and Gratitude
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