AUSU Open Mic Athabasca University Students' Union

Episode NAUSU President Naju Syed and Executive Director of the Council of Alberta University Students (CAUS) Alexandra Ages discuss the coming Alberta election on May 29, 2023, why it's important for post-secondary students to vote, and what AUSU and CAUS are doing to fight voter apathy before election day.

Starring: AUSU President Naju Syed, CAUS Executive Director Alexandra Ages, and AUSU Governance and Advocacy Coordinator Duncan Wojtaszek

Trishtina Godoy- Contois talks about the rise of artificial intelligence with Dr. Reza Maalek. They look at the ethical implications of artificial intelligence in an academic environment and the need to ensure society is educated on the use of AI in the modern world.

Starring: 2022-23 AUSU VP External Trishtina Godoy-Contois & Dr. Reza Maalek

VP Community and Wellness Natalia Iwanek looks at ways we can all make a difference in improving the equity, diversity, and inclusion, starting with exploring inclusive language along with Kelly Gordon from Athabasca University. Kelly and Natalia look at the power of language and the ways it can be used to include people and groups often excluded. Natalia then interviews three members of AUSU's EDI Committee on how they are taking action to make their campus better for everyone.

Starring: Athabasca University Counsellor Kelly Gordon, AUSU EDI Committee Members Eva Embree, Allie Wojtaszek, Joy Katjamana, and AUSU VP Community and Wellness Natalia Iwanek

EpisoAUSU President Karen Fletcher chats with AU Deputy Provost Anne-Marie Scott to discuss how exams are different at a distance education institution, and why they are different. They look at how exams are proctored online and in-person, and how students can set up the exam environment they need in order to be successful.

Starring: AUSU President Karen Fletcher & Athabasca University Deputy Provost Anne-Marie Scott

Dr. Sunday Akin Olukoju shares with Athabasca University students some insight into the participation of Black Canadians in politics, and how to inspire and mobilize more Black leaders. Dr. Olukoju has been tutoring at AU since 2011. He first received his Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration before earning a second in Theology. The audio for this podcast was taken from a virtual live event held on February 9, 2023, as part of Black History Month at AUSU.

Starring: Dr. Sunday Akin Olukoju

EpisoOriginal research is not just for faculty and graduate students - most undergraduate students can get involved too! Dr. Kharah Ross and Katherine Lowe share their experiences as a professor and as a student at Athabasca University in performing undergraduate research. The two offer advice on where to start and how to keep pace and finish.

Starring: Psychology Professor Dr. Kharah Ross, past student Katherine Lowe, and AUSU President Karen Fletcher