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Biweekly conversations on today's most relevant issues with UWO faculty, staff, students and alumni.
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The World of Amusement
UWO graduate John Krajnak is a Distinguished Alum. He is in charge of several theme and amusement
parks in the Midwest: Six Flags Chicago, Six Flags St louis, Hurricane Harbor Chicago, Hurricane
Harbor St. Lois, and Hurricane Harbor Rockford. He says it’s like being the
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A Sense of Belonging in the Workplace
UWO graduate Katie Rasoul is a leadership coach, keynote
speaker, and team culture expert helping leaders change the world through her
company, Team Awesome. This includes helping them understand an employees need
to have a sense of belonging in the workplace. -
Ed Martini and Higher Education Challenges
Colleges and universities across the United States are
facing challenging times brought on by reduced state support, bad financial
decisions, and a new generation that questions the value of a college degree.
Ed Martini, Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
at UW Oshkosh discusses higher education trends and challenges. -
Tackling Food Insecurity with Maurice Wince
Going to the grocery store to buy fruit and vegetables is a
common activity for most of us but for many, transportation or access to
healthy food choices is limited or non-existent. UWO graduate, Maurice “Mo”
Wince is addressing the issue of food insecurity in Milwaukee Wisconsin. -
COVID-19. Healthcare Then and Now
The COVID-19 pandemic forced healthcare providers to make
fundamental changes in healthcare delivery. UWO Distinguished Alum, Teresa
Connolly is Associate Vice President, International Delivery Services for Mayo
Clinic. She was on the frontline when healthcare providers adjusted. She
discusses healthcare then and now. -
It's About Your Phone
Mobile phones are ubiquitous in society. They have made it
easier to connect with people around the world. But they have helped inhibit
communication with the person right next to you. UWO Communications Studies
Assistant Professor, Ryan Allred, PhD talks about the pitfalls of mobile phones
and interpersonal communication.