From Concept to Creation: Uncovering the Making of Scholarly and Creative Accomplishments

From Concept to Creation
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From Concept to Creation is dedicated to uncovering the process of research. It isn’t all about the final product. It’s also the journey. Join co-hosts Jen Jarson and Kate Morgan to hear Penn State researchers from across subject areas & experience levels share their challenges & roadblocks as well as their a-ha moments & personal growth. To share your own research stories and join the conversation, email us: fc2c@psu.edu. This podcast would not be possible without the support of Penn State University and its amazing population of curious minds. Music: SKA Podcast by NaturesEye.

  1. APR 22

    S3E7 Elizabeth Schachte - Curiosity, Research, and Finding Your Way

    Meet Elizabeth Schachte, a Penn State New Kensington graduate whose path has been shaped by curiosity, compassion, and a deep commitment to research. From her time as a Biobehavioral Health student in the honors program to her work with the National Health Corps to her return to Penn State New Kensington as a research coordinator, Elizabeth has embraced research as a way of understanding the world and finding her purpose. Join us for a thoughtful and inspiring conversation about the power of research as a journey to explore your passions and a means for making meaningful connections. Want to share your own research story, submit a suggestion, or join the conversation? We’d love to hear from you. Contact co-hosts Jen Jarson (Head Librarian at Penn State Lehigh Valley, Interim Head Librarian at Penn State Schuylkill) and Kate Morgan (Instructional Designer at Penn State World Campus) at fc2c@psu.edu. Show notes Elizabeth Schochte's LinkedIn profilePenn State New Kensington Honors ProgramPenn State New Kensington Biobehavioral Health ProgramNational Health CorpsAmeriCorpsSelected publications related to Elizabeth's research experiencesRelated to her work as a Research Coordinator at Penn State New Kensington - McLean, K., Wentling, R., Rakhmatullaev, B., Schachte, E., & Morrison, P. (2024). “They are notoriously not very honest”: Provider-based stigma and the challenge of integrated care for women experiencing IPV and OUD. Journal of Family Violence. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10896-024-00751-7 Related to her service as Patient Healthcare Navigator in the National Health Corps - Leveraging the Electronic Health Record in Community Medicine and Preventative Care

    56 min

  2. MAR 17

    S3E6 Cheryl Horten - Teaching, Learning, and Research - How Does AI Fit In?

    Cheryl Horten has entered the AI landscape head-on. Through her work as an academic coordinator and business analytics instructor at Penn State’s Smeal College of Business, and as a doctoral candidate in business intelligence, Cheryl is deeply invested in considering the opportunities and challenges that AI offers. Join us for a thoughtful conversation about if, how, and when AI can be a valuable partner in teaching, learning, and research. Whether you’re an AI enthusiast, skeptic, or somewhere in between, this episode has something for everyone. Want to share your own research story, submit a suggestion, or join the conversation? We’d love to hear from you. Contact co-hosts Jen Jarson (Head Librarian at Penn State Lehigh Valley, Interim Head Librarian at Penn State Schuylkill) and Kate Morgan (Instructional Designer at Penn State World Campus) at ⁠fc2c@psu.edu⁠. Show notes: Cheryl Horten LinkedIn profilePenn State Online MBA ProgramAI Breakfast newsletterElicitAfforai  ZoteroClaude.aiChatGPTThe R Project for Statistical ComputingStack Overflow

    46 min

  3. FEB 24

    S3E5 Command Sergeant Major, Dr. Robert Nelson (US Army Retired) and Sergeant Major Kanessa Trent (US Army Retired) - Leadership and Learning: Experiences in the Sergeants Major Academy

    Command Sergeant Major, Dr. Robert Nelson (US Army Retired) and Sergeant Major Kanessa Trent (US Army Retired) dedicated their lives to military service in the U.S. Army, rising through the ranks to become elite leaders. Along the way, they attended the prestigious Sergeants Major Academy, a rigorous program offered in partnership with Penn State World Campus. But for them, the journey was never just about earning a degree—it was about a commitment to learning, leading, and shaping the future of Army leadership and personal growth. Join us for a behind-the-scenes conversation with Rob and Kanessa about their experience as lifelong learners in the Army. Want to share your own research story, submit a suggestion, or join the conversation? We’d love to hear from you. Contact co-hosts Jen Jarson (Head Librarian at Penn State Lehigh Valley, Interim Head Librarian at Penn State Schuylkill) and Kate Morgan (Instructional Designer at Penn State World Campus) at ⁠fc2c@psu.edu⁠. Show notes: Guests' selected publications Nelson, R. (2024, December 10). An update: The Ultima Scholars cohort, two months into the SMC Education program, here’s what we’ve learned. Harding Project Substack. Ross, T. & Nelson, R. (2024). Rethinking the andragogical effectiveness of discussion boards in an MBA program. The American Journal of Distance Education. DOI: 10.1080/08923647.2024.2431360 Nelson, R. (2024, August 12). The Ultima Scholars: Enhancing NCO education through scholarly research. NCO Journal. Nelson, R., & Russell, R. (2024, May 24). The seven deadly sins of leadership. NCO Journal. Nelson, R., Cole, S., & Fisher, D. (2024, February 16). Why is communication so *ing hard?NCO Journal. Trent, K. (2019). Motivating and educating millennials. Journal of Military Learning.Guests' photos Kanessa Trent Rob NelsonAbout the Sergeants Major Academy Sergeants Major Academy Fellowship Program (NCO Worldwide: The NCO Leadership Center of Excellence) With Penn State, Sergeants Major Academy Fellowship Program continues growth (PSU News) Penn State, Army extend Sergeants Major Academy Fellowship program through 2026 (PSU News)

    1h 5m

  4. JAN 22

    S3E4 Dr. Beth Michalec - A Fulbright Specialist in Croatia: Communication and Cultural Exchange

    Dr. Beth Michalec is passionate about teaching and an advocate for immersive cultural experience, not to mention a huge Dolly Parton fan. As an Assistant Professor of Corporate Communication at Penn State Lehigh Valley, she challenges her students to look at everything with a curious mind. Her recent journey as a Fulbright Specialist took her to Croatia, where she collaborated with students and colleagues to examine communication through a cultural lens. Along the way, she not only shared her expertise but also uncovered powerful insights about herself. Dr. Michalec’s story is one you won’t want to miss. Want to share your own research story, submit a suggestion, or join the conversation? We’d love to hear from you. Contact co-hosts Jen Jarson (Head Librarian at Penn State Lehigh Valley, Interim Head Librarian at Penn State Schuylkill) and Kate Morgan (Instructional Designer at Penn State World Campus) at ⁠fc2c@psu.edu⁠. Show notes Dr. Beth Michalec's LinkedIn profile Fulbright Specialist website University of Zagreb University of Dubrovnik Edward Bernays University of Applied Sciences Edward Bernays University of Applied Sciences Btalk with Dr. Beth Michalec (4:33 video) Dr. Michalec at the University of Dubrovnik Dr. Michalec in the classroom

    1h 1m

  5. 12/02/2024

    S3E3 Part 4 Sarah Esslinger - Spotlight on the Research Ambassador Program: Shaping and Pacing a Research Journey

    We’re thrilled to bring you a four-part series casting a spotlight on different sides of undergraduate research and resources that support undergrads’ journeys with research.  In the fourth and final minisode of this series, we talk with Sarah Esslinger. When we spoke with her in Spring 2024, Sarah was just about to graduate with a double major in music education and vocal performance at the University Park campus. She was also serving as a Research Ambassador with Penn State’s Undergraduate Research and Fellowships Mentoring (URFM) office.  It’s not often that we get to poke around under the hood of humanities research! In conversation with Sarah, we get a glimpse of the range of research opportunities in the humanities landscape and discuss navigating the freedom (or the overwhelm!) of the research path. This behind-the-scenes view of Sarah’s research journey helps us explore the different shapes research can take and how to chart your own course.  Want to share your own research story, submit a suggestion, or join the conversation? We’d love to hear from you. Contact co-hosts Jen Jarson (Head Librarian at Penn State Lehigh Valley and Penn State Schuylkill) and Kate Morgan (Instructional Designer at Penn State World Campus) at ⁠fc2c@psu.edu⁠.   Show notes Schreyer’s Honors College Erickson Discovery Grant  URFM Research Ambassador program Undergraduate Research and Fellowships Mentoring (URFM) office

    23 min

  6. 12/02/2024

    S3E3 Part 3 Rishika Patil - Spotlight on the Research Ambassador Program: Appreciating the Process

    We’re thrilled to bring you a four-part series casting a spotlight on different sides of undergraduate research and resources that support undergrads’ journeys with research.  In the third minisode of this series, we talk with Rishika Patil. When we spoke with her in Spring 2024, Rishika was a junior majoring in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the University Park campus, as well as a Research Ambassador with Penn State’s Undergraduate Research and Fellowships Mentoring (URFM) office.  Rishika pulls back the curtain on the habits of mind that fuel her success -- showing us not just the what, but the how and why of research, too. We know you’ll find Rishika’s reflections on the importance of mindset and attitude and the value of prioritizing process over product as inspiring as we did. Want to share your own research story, submit a suggestion, or join the conversation? We’d love to hear from you. Contact co-hosts Jen Jarson (Head Librarian at Penn State Lehigh Valley and Penn State Schuylkill) and Kate Morgan (Instructional Designer at Penn State World Campus) at ⁠fc2c@psu.edu⁠.   Show notes The Hanna-Rose Lab URFM Research Ambassador program Undergraduate Research and Fellowships Mentoring (URFM) office

    20 min

  7. 12/02/2024

    S3E3 Part 2 Mia Peifer - Spotlight on the Research Ambassador Program: A Sense of Community and Self in the Research Process

    We’re thrilled to bring you a four-part series casting a spotlight on different sides of undergraduate research and resources that support undergrads’ journeys with research.  In the second minisode of this series, we talk with Mia Peifer. When we spoke with Mia in Spring 2024, she was a senior majoring in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the University Park campus, as well as a Research Ambassador with Penn State’s Undergraduate Research and Fellowships Mentoring (URFM) office.  Mia gives us a peek into the inner workings of her lab experience -- and how fun it can be along the way, too. You don’t want to miss Mia’s insights about connecting with a community around research, developing persistence through research, and navigating the challenges inherent in the process.  Want to share your own research story, submit a suggestion, or join the conversation? We’d love to hear from you. Contact co-hosts Jen Jarson (Head Librarian at Penn State Lehigh Valley and Penn State Schuylkill) and Kate Morgan (Instructional Designer at Penn State World Campus) at ⁠fc2c@psu.edu⁠.   Show notes The Hanna-Rose Lab Eberly College of Science Mentoring Program URFM Research Ambassador program Undergraduate Research and Fellowships Mentoring (URFM) office

    25 min

  8. 12/02/2024

    S3E3 Part 1 Tineka Lebrun - Spotlight on the Research Ambassador Program: Peer-to-Peer Pathways to Undergraduate Research

    We’re thrilled to bring you a four-part series casting a spotlight on different sides of undergraduate research and resources that support undergrads’ journeys with research.  In the first minisode of this series, we talk with Tineka Lebrun, Director of Penn State’s Undergraduate Research and Fellowships Mentoring (URFM) office. Are you an undergrad looking for some help getting started with research? Or are you an undergrad looking to share your research experience with fellow students? Perhaps you’re a faculty member or research mentor looking for an undergrad experienced in research to talk with your class? This episode is for you! Join us to learn about how the URFM and the Research Ambassadors program can help you. Want to share your own research story, submit a suggestion, or join the conversation? We’d love to hear from you. Contact co-hosts Jen Jarson (Head Librarian at Penn State Lehigh Valley and Penn State Schuylkill) and Kate Morgan (Instructional Designer at Penn State World Campus) at ⁠fc2c@psu.edu⁠.   Show notes Undergraduate Research and Fellowships Mentoring (URFM) office  URFM Research Ambassador program Subscribe to the URFM newsletter

    14 min
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From Concept to Creation is dedicated to uncovering the process of research. It isn’t all about the final product. It’s also the journey. Join co-hosts Jen Jarson and Kate Morgan to hear Penn State researchers from across subject areas & experience levels share their challenges & roadblocks as well as their a-ha moments & personal growth. To share your own research stories and join the conversation, email us: fc2c@psu.edu. This podcast would not be possible without the support of Penn State University and its amazing population of curious minds. Music: SKA Podcast by NaturesEye.

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