Ms. Behavior

Colette Shaw and Kurt Doan
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It's not uncommon for professionals in college student conduct to hear "Glad I don't have your job," but the impacts of how we approach conflict, crisis and discomfort have the potential to ripple out in beautiful ways. If you need a free dose of professional development, community support or humor, Ms. Behavior is the place for you.   The views and opinions expressed by participants in Ms. Behavior are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of their employers or affiliated institutions. 

  1. 4d ago

    Trapped or Re-adapt?: The Sh*t Show You Can't Escape

    Send Us a Text or Voice Message! We've talked about challenging work situations before, but what if you don't have the option to leave? Dr. Tiffany Shierling did her doctoral research on resilience for student conduct professionals, and we tap her brain for her findings. We know you know what we're talking about, and probably much worse. Please, generous soul, click the "Send Us a Text or Voicemail" button to tell us about your challenging situation or creative solution so we can share your story.  This episode is rated PG-13. It has the word "sh*t" in it a number of times and we don't bleep it. We are assuming you already figured that out, but just in case, here's your warning. Resources mentioned in the episode: Dr. Tiffany Shierling’s Resilience Toolkit Kristen Neff Self Compassion  and Fierce Compassion Mark Zimmerman’s Resilience Theory Support the show Ms. Behavior Blog and Website Contact us at MsBehaviorCollege@gmail.com Follow us for updates: YouTube Channel Instagram: @MsBehaviorCollege LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ms-behavior-podcast FB Page: Ms. Behavior Threads: @MsBehaviorCollege Tik Tok: @MsBehaviorCollege Theme music "Fuzzball Parade" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/  The views and opinions expressed by participants in Ms. Behavior are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of their employers or affiliated institutions.

  2. Sep 10

    Protests and Ethical Tests: What Will the FIU Lawsuit Teach Us?

    Send Us a Text or Voice Message! Your campus hears a case, issues the lowest warning it can give, and now it's on the front page because seven students have issued a lawsuit. What went wrong at Florida International University, and was there anything that could have prevented the conflict? Glad you're not at FIU? Well, we'd better all pay attention, because this legal case could set a new precedent for campus expression policies. There are so many angles to explore and we're dying to know what you think. Watch out! Kurt gets feisty at the PG-13 level, and you might, too. For Your Reference: Chronicle Article ReferencedStudent Affairs Now podcast episode about student developmentSupport the show Ms. Behavior Blog and Website Contact us at MsBehaviorCollege@gmail.com Follow us for updates: YouTube Channel Instagram: @MsBehaviorCollege LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ms-behavior-podcast FB Page: Ms. Behavior Threads: @MsBehaviorCollege Tik Tok: @MsBehaviorCollege Theme music "Fuzzball Parade" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/  The views and opinions expressed by participants in Ms. Behavior are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of their employers or affiliated institutions.

  3. Sep 3

    Nittany Lyin': The Complicated Fraternity Cocaine Scandal

    Send Us a Text or Voice Message! You've got students, alumni, fraternity chapters and even a dad charged with participating in a massive cocaine distribution ring at Penn State University. Who are all the players and could this have been prevented? Colette and Kurt (a Penn State alum) pull the pieces apart and examine what can be learned by Penn State and all of us in the world of student conduct.  Mentioned Link: AFA/NIC/ASCA Guidelines & Guardrails AFA, NIC, ASCA: https://www.theasca.org/guidelines-guardrails/ Support the show Ms. Behavior Blog and Website Contact us at MsBehaviorCollege@gmail.com Follow us for updates: YouTube Channel Instagram: @MsBehaviorCollege LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ms-behavior-podcast FB Page: Ms. Behavior Threads: @MsBehaviorCollege Tik Tok: @MsBehaviorCollege Theme music "Fuzzball Parade" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/  The views and opinions expressed by participants in Ms. Behavior are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of their employers or affiliated institutions.

  4. Aug 27

    Worse Than Cheating? AI-Generated Fraud and Implications

    Send Us a Text or Voice Message! You're a professor at a university that prides itself on making education accessible through online learning. You're no stranger to the world of AI-assisted cheating, but suddenly you discover the "students" you thought you'd caught cheating might be a sign of something much worse.  This week, Ms. Behavior examines the case of a real faculty member whose discovery of disturbing and devious crime in her online classroom and the widespread implications for our institutions. Inspired by the article "My Students Weren't Human. They Were Ghosts" by Professor Meadhbh McIvor in the Chronicle of Higher Education. Read the full fascinating story here:  https://www.chronicle.com/article/my-students-werent-human-they-were-ghosts Support the show Ms. Behavior Blog and Website Contact us at MsBehaviorCollege@gmail.com Follow us for updates: YouTube Channel Instagram: @MsBehaviorCollege LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ms-behavior-podcast FB Page: Ms. Behavior Threads: @MsBehaviorCollege Tik Tok: @MsBehaviorCollege Theme music "Fuzzball Parade" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/  The views and opinions expressed by participants in Ms. Behavior are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of their employers or affiliated institutions.

  5. Aug 20

    Professional Kinship and Care at the Start of a New Year

    Send Us a Text or Voice Message! When summer flies way too fast, and a new academic year looms, taking a breath to consciously plan for staying well and identifying your trusted professional confidantes might be the best thing you can do for yourself. Colette brings back gratitude from the recent New England Conduct Conference and reflections on celebrity idol inspirations. Kurt makes a plea to a favorite celebrity for sanctioning help, and both hosts reminisce about pop icons who inspired their work. It's Season 2, folks! Bring on the 2026-27 conduct cases and the fun. Support the show Ms. Behavior Blog and Website Contact us at MsBehaviorCollege@gmail.com Follow us for updates: YouTube Channel Instagram: @MsBehaviorCollege LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ms-behavior-podcast FB Page: Ms. Behavior Threads: @MsBehaviorCollege Tik Tok: @MsBehaviorCollege Theme music "Fuzzball Parade" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/  The views and opinions expressed by participants in Ms. Behavior are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of their employers or affiliated institutions.

  6. Aug 6

    Restorative Practice That's Good for Your Soul

    Send Us a Text or Voice Message! This week's episode was inspired by Gregory Boyle's book The Whole Language: The Power of Extravagant Tenderness. Father Boyle is the founder of Homeboy Industries, and his work with the most marginalized provides a model for student conduct professionals. Colette and Kurt reflect on Boyle's examples of authenticity, humor and humility in true restorative practice. They get vulnerable about regrets in their own work and the lessons they learned the hard way. Support the show Ms. Behavior Blog and Website Contact us at MsBehaviorCollege@gmail.com Follow us for updates: YouTube Channel Instagram: @MsBehaviorCollege LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ms-behavior-podcast FB Page: Ms. Behavior Threads: @MsBehaviorCollege Tik Tok: @MsBehaviorCollege Theme music "Fuzzball Parade" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/  The views and opinions expressed by participants in Ms. Behavior are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of their employers or affiliated institutions.

  7. Jul 30

    The Clery Act: What's All the Hype About?

    Send Us a Text or Voice Message! Have you ever felt intimidated by the breadth and scope of your Campus Safety Report duties? Colette admits that she's felt bullied by so-called Clery Report trainers who use scare tactics to build their consulting hours. Enter Cecilia Dockery and Paul Hinkle from the Clery Center! They are kindhearted, mission-driven trainers who help make crime reporting as easy as possible. And they keep a healthy sense of humor along the way, including the accompaniment of Clery hype songs and playlists. Tune in for their interview and then turn up the volume for the attached playlists curated by Paul to keep you motivated as you crunch your data.  Links Mentioned in Episode: Virtual Summit registration site: www.clerycenter.org/ncsam-2026/ Westat email: campussafetyhelp@westat.com *Playlists: ASR Webinar playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4dzIN281PhWN6PEsDC29gy?si=9lSvrrobT02K4-o6BbVglA CATS Playlist 1 (The OG): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2gGBWp3OJ0igeGIUEcem9h?si=e-Of39QYRtawpOVI3V0qug CATS Playlist 2: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3K59c4jPCTgk5I9XDug9h0?si=MCyH2gKATfW8FqvX21gG7A CATS Playlist 3: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6UsTO2kLQpS2bsEcRpX942?si=r0x4x3_nSoGElX8iBPYDMA CATS Playlist (AI Version): https://open.spotify.com/playlist/32mtksSYgNbTQVsDHRDKaB?si=qoZF6R9mQnKDwVyCl-bt0Q *None of the tracks are explicit versions in these playlists, in case you're keeping your CSR work rated PG.  Support the show Ms. Behavior Blog and Website Contact us at MsBehaviorCollege@gmail.com Follow us for updates: YouTube Channel Instagram: @MsBehaviorCollege LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ms-behavior-podcast FB Page: Ms. Behavior Threads: @MsBehaviorCollege Tik Tok: @MsBehaviorCollege Theme music "Fuzzball Parade" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/  The views and opinions expressed by participants in Ms. Behavior are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of their employers or affiliated institutions.

  8. Jul 23

    Just Desserts: Closing the Book on Dissertation Club #1

    Send Us a Text or Voice Message! The first dissertation book club is in the... well... in the books. Participants from around the country discussed Dr. Erin Kaplan's research about student conduct and how our processes do or don't contribute to a sense of belonging, retention, trust and more. Kurt and Colette break down lessons learned, themes they heard and ideas for the future. Thanks to everyone who contributed to this first venture. We're looking forward to many more! Support the show Ms. Behavior Blog and Website Contact us at MsBehaviorCollege@gmail.com Follow us for updates: YouTube Channel Instagram: @MsBehaviorCollege LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ms-behavior-podcast FB Page: Ms. Behavior Threads: @MsBehaviorCollege Tik Tok: @MsBehaviorCollege Theme music "Fuzzball Parade" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/  The views and opinions expressed by participants in Ms. Behavior are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of their employers or affiliated institutions.

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It's not uncommon for professionals in college student conduct to hear "Glad I don't have your job," but the impacts of how we approach conflict, crisis and discomfort have the potential to ripple out in beautiful ways. If you need a free dose of professional development, community support or humor, Ms. Behavior is the place for you.   The views and opinions expressed by participants in Ms. Behavior are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of their employers or affiliated institutions. 

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  • Creator
    Colette Shaw and Kurt Doan
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    51
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Ms. Behavior
  • Show Website
    Ms. Behavior