Oh That's Cool‪!‬ Jared Durden

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Welcome back, folks! Brace yourselves for an electrifying milestone as we celebrate our 50th episode of "Oh That's Cool"! Today, we embark on a bittersweet journey as we bid farewell to Dr. Joan Barrett, the esteemed Vice-Chancellor of Student Affairs at our beloved community college. Join us as we delve into the vibrant tapestry of Dr. Barrett's tenure, exploring her myriad contributions to OTC and gaining deeper insight into her multifaceted roles within our institution.
As Dr. Barrett prepares to embark on the next chapter of her life in retirement, we seize the opportunity to glean wisdom from her wealth of experience and unravel her plans for the future. Moreover, we engage in candid conversations surrounding the pressing challenges confronting today's classrooms, amplifying voices and perspectives that resonate deeply within our community.
Tune in to yet another riveting episode as we commemorate the legacy of a remarkable leader in "A Student Affairs Vice-Chancellor to Remember."

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Welcome back, listeners! Get ready for an enlightening journey in this episode as we sit down with Carol Jones Writing Center Director, Dr. David Ball. Join us as David shares the epic narrative of his life, tracing his roots from a humble small town in Arkansas to the corridors of OTC. Together, we delve into the fascinating realm of artificial intelligence, unraveling its challenges and contemplating the shape of our future. Don't miss out on another captivating installment as we delve into the depths of "A Brief History of Writing."

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We are back! In this exciting episode we introduce adjunct Mathematics Instructor, Alysia Swearengin. Alysia shares her story as a former OTC student who is currently working on her master's at MSU.  We learn about her passion for teaching and the lessons she learned right here at OTC. Check out another thrilling episode as we walk discover, "Adjunct's need community too."

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Welcome back, listeners! Get ready for an electrifying episode as we dive into the world of healthcare education. Join us as we introduce two remarkable individuals from the Associate of Science in Nursing program within the Health Sciences department: Lead Instructor Dani Brink and Lab Coordinator Sydney Park. Together, we explore their innovative idea for a podcast tailored to their field and students, brainstorming its perfect name along the way. Amidst the discussion, we uncover the myriad challenges and triumphs of their program, shining a spotlight on the incredible journey of their students. Don't miss out on another enlightening installment of Oh That's Cool, " How to start your own podcast."

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Welcome back, folks! Hold onto your seats because in this thrilling episode, we're shaking things up a bit. Our very own Education Development Coordinator, Erin Dooley, steps into the spotlight as our new host. Erin takes the reins and dives deep into the world of podcasting, interviewing none other than the renowned podcast hosts, Jared Durden and Andrew Crocker. Prepare to be entertained and enlightened as Erin navigates through a series of hard-hitting questions, uncovering the essence of these podcasting legends and even discovering what type of car best embodies their personalities. Join Erin on this exhilarating journey as she sets the stage and shows Jared and Andrew just how it's done. Strap in for an unforgettable ride! Check out another thrilling episode of, "The Dooley Podcast Take Over."

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We are back! In this exciting episode we introduce a new member of the OTC community, Student Engagment Coordinator, Micha White. We get to know more about Micha and the journey she took to OTC.  We learn about her hamster related shenannigans as a housing director for Drury university and discuss how the student engagement office is working toward building student identity.  Make sure to reach out with your questions to me, at durdenj@otc.edu, or talk to me or Andrew in the hall. Check out another thrilling episode as we ask, "How do we coordinate student engagment and welcome new hires?"