Opening Up

McMaster University | Student Affairs

Opening Up is a student-focused podcast series hosted by Sean Van Koughnett, associate vice-president, students, designed to explore the foundational pillars of Student Affairs at McMaster University.

Episodios

  1. 10 jun ·  Contenido extra

    On Belonging with Kim Samuel (Bonus Episode) | Opening Up Podcast | McMaster University

    In this episode, we’re joined by author and educator Kim Samuel, whose book On Belonging inspired our first season. Tune in to learn more about what drives her work around people, place, purpose and power in relation to belonging. Recorded in Lyons New Media Centre (Mills Library) and virtually.

    On Belonging with Kim Samuel (Bonus Episode) | Opening Up Podcast | McMaster University

  2. 3 jun

    Belonging and Power | Opening Up Podcast | McMaster University

    In this episode, we’re joined by co-host Chris Eley, associate director, operations, in Housing and Conference Services, and student guests Hiya and Fayth. Tune in for a conversation about power and how it relates to belonging. Recorded in Lyons New Media Centre (Mills Library) and 10 Bay Residence.

    Belonging and Power | Opening Up Podcast | McMaster University

  3. 20 may

    Belonging Through Purpose | About Belonging | McMaster University

    In this episode, we’re joined by co-host Gisela Oliveira, associate director, career development, global mobility and international student success, and student guest Natasha. Tune in for a conversation about purpose and how it relates to belonging. Recorded in Lyons New Media Centre (Mills Library) and the Student Success Centre: International and Exchange Student Experience Hub.

    Belonging Through Purpose | About Belonging | McMaster University

  4. 6 may

    Belonging and Place | About Belonging | McMaster University

    In this episode, we’re joined by co-host Chrissy Doolittle, director, Indigenous Student Services, and student guest Alexis. Tune in for a conversation about place and how it relates to belonging. Recorded in Lyons New Media Centre (Mills Library) and Indigenous Student Services.

    Belonging and Place | About Belonging | McMaster University

  5. 23 abr

    Finding Belonging Through People | About Belonging | McMaster University

    In this episode, we’re joined by co-host Dr. Clare Warner, Inaugural Director of equity, inclusion and anti-racism in Student Affairs, and student guests Malikca and Haben. Tune in for a conversation on how the people in our lives play a role in shaping who we are and our sense of belonging. Recorded in Lyons New Media Centre (Mills Library) and the Black Student Success Centre.

    Finding Belonging Through People | About Belonging | McMaster University
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Opening Up is a student-focused podcast series hosted by Sean Van Koughnett, associate vice-president, students, designed to explore the foundational pillars of Student Affairs at McMaster University.

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  • Creador
    McMaster University | Student Affairs
  • Años de actividad
    2026
  • Episodios
    5
  • Clasificación
    Apto
  • Copyright
    © 2026 McMaster University | Student Affairs
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