A Degree Further The Graduate School at Hood College

Amanda Dymek has served as the Director of Wellness for Hood College for 3 years. In her role she supports the wellbeing of Hood's undergrad and graduate students, faculty and staff through programs and policies. Specifically, she has led campus-wide walking challenges, mindfulness programs, and hosted events to build community in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. Amanda received her master's of science in public health from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health in Baltimore, MD. After receiving her master's and prior to coming to Hood College, Amanda worked in community nutrition and employee wellness. Her office is on the first floor of the JH Apple Resource Building (room 4) and her email is wellness@hood.edu.

Resources


Follow Hood College Wellness  on Instagram @hoodcollege_wellness!
Visit the GradCare website for information and resources on all of the dimensions of wellness.
Students with a dining plan can make an appointment with Brandy Stayman, a dietician with Aramark.
Contact the Graduate Student Success Coordinator, Autumn Smith for personalized, 1:1 support (asmith@hood.edu)
Rev. Beth O'Malley, Dean of the Chapel, offers many opportunities to practice and develop mindfulness.
Lactation room is available on the first floor of the JH Apple Resource building (room 8B ). The space is available first come, first served (no appointment necessary).
Yoga classes on Tuesdays at noon!

Thanks for listening to A Degree Further, the official podcast of The Graduate School at Hood College. A Degree Further features accomplished alums, innovative faculty, and successful students. 

  Listen to our previous episodes at hood.edu/adegreefurther and follow us on Instagram @hoodgradschool. 

Daniel Sierra-Sosa es Ingeniero Físico de la Universidad EAFIT y tiene un Doctorado en Física de la Universidad Nacional de La Plata, en Argentina. Es Qiskit Advocate e instructor certificado en Computación Cuántica, Ciencias de los Datos e Inteligencia Artificial de IBM SkillsBuild. Adicionalmente, es profesor en el Departamento de Ciencias Computacionales y Tecnologías de la Información de Hood College en Maryland, Estados Unidos. Es un investigador activo en computación cuántica, procesamiento de imágenes médicas y análisis de datos. Es autor de 64 artículos científicos que cuentan con más de 900 citaciones. Ha participado en múltiples iniciativas de investigación con industria y pares académicos, participando en proyectos de investigación que incluyen el desarrollo de aplicaciones móviles, realidad virtual, imágenes médicas y análisis predictivo.

Thanks for listening to A Degree Further, the official podcast of The Graduate School at Hood College. A Degree Further features accomplished alums, innovative faculty, and successful students. 

  Listen to our previous episodes at hood.edu/adegreefurther and follow us on Instagram @hoodgradschool. 

Daniel Sierra-Sosa is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Information Technology at Hood College.

Daniel is an active researcher with a wide-ranging expertise spanning Quantum Computing, Medical Imaging, and Data Analytics. 

His contributions extend beyond academia, involving collaborations with industry partners, and engaging in diverse research projects that encompass mobile application development, virtual reality, medical imaging advancements, and predictive analysis.

Daniel has also taken on significant responsibilities in mentoring both graduate and undergraduate students.

Adding to his achievements, Daniel is a co-author and lead author of several published manuscripts in esteemed journals. 

Beyond his academic pursuits, he's a Qiskit Advocate and an instructor at IBM Skills Academy, teaching Quantum Computing, Data Science, and Artificial Intelligence.

Daniel is from Colombia. He studied engineering physics at EAFIT University in Medellin City, before moving to Argentina, where he received his Ph.D. from the Science Faculty, School of Physics at the National University of La Plata

 Join me in welcoming Daniel Sierra-Sosa, whose dedication to interdisciplinary research and education is truly inspiring.

Thanks for listening to A Degree Further, the official podcast of The Graduate School at Hood College. A Degree Further features accomplished alums, innovative faculty, and successful students. 

  Listen to our previous episodes at hood.edu/adegreefurther and follow us on Instagram @hoodgradschool. 

I am excited to welcome Amani Al Dajane to our podcast! With more than 15 years of experience in international higher education, she's dedicated to empowering students globally. Originally from Palestine, Amani's journey took her from Kuwait to Canada, earning an Honours BA from @UofT and an MBA from @HoodCollege. 🎓

🔍 A trailblazer, Amani, bilingual in English and Arabic, is passionate about creating opportunities for students. As the Director of International Student Services & PDSO at the Graduate School since Nov '21, she's shaping policies and programs for a diverse, global community. 🌐

👩‍💼 Join us as we delve into Amani's experience at Hood and her participation as the director and organizer of the international education week that is taking place right now.! 🎙️ Enjoy it! #Education #InternationalStudents #PodcastGuestSpotlight #HigherEdJourney

Thanks for listening to A Degree Further, the official podcast of The Graduate School at Hood College. A Degree Further features accomplished alumni, innovative faculty, and successful students. 

  Listen to our previous episodes at hood.edu/adegreefurther and follow us on Instagram @hoodgradschool. 

Today, we have a truly exceptional guest joining us, and I couldn't be more thrilled to have her on the podcast.

Our guest is Dr. Shannon Shoemaker, an accomplished associate professor at Hood College.

 Her journey through academia and extensive professional experience is nothing short of remarkable. 

Dr. Shoemaker holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Master of Education in Counselor Education from Bridgewater State College.

 Her academic prowess culminated in a Counselor Education and Supervision doctorate from The Pennsylvania State University.

What truly sets Dr. Shoemaker apart is her impressive track record of over a decade in the field, where she's made a profound impact within school systems, community counseling services, and in her work with adults, adolescents, and families. Today, she will talk with us about her new position as the Director of the new Ph.D. program in counseling.

So, get ready for a captivating conversation filled with wisdom as we delve into the counseling world with Dr Shoemaker!

Thanks for listening to A Degree Further, the official podcast of The Graduate School at Hood College. A Degree Further features accomplished alumni, innovative faculty, and successful students. 

 Listen to our previous episodes at hood.edu/adegreefurther and follow us on Instagram @hoodgradschool. 

Dr. Jennifer Cooper is an Associate Professor and Department Chair for Nursing at Hood College. 

 

Her extensive experience in community and public health nursing practice and her dedication to nursing education form the bedrock of her professional journey, enriching her teaching, scholarship, and service. 

Dr. Cooper's focus centers on designing, implementing, and evaluating evidence-based strategies and programs to prevent and manage chronic diseases. 

Her impressive record of accomplishment includes serving as the Past President of the Association of Public Health Nurses and acting as a liaison to the national Million Hearts® initiative. 

Beyond academia, Dr. Cooper is an influential Board Member of the Maryland Nurses Association and has recently been appointed as a liaison for nursing to the Frederick County Board of Health. 

 

Her academic credentials include a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from George Washington University, a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN (Master of Science in Nursing)) from Rush University and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from Cedarville University. 

Today, we are thrilled to have Dr. Cooper with us to shed light on this remarkable project, which is devoted to equipping and guiding nurses who are passionate about making a meaningful impact on community health. 

 We hope this conversation serves as both motivation and a valuable resource, answering any questions you may have about this transformative program.