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Are Students Prepared to Thrive in a Knowledge Economy? - with Marc Nachowitz | Episode 42 Oct 15, 2018

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Are Students Being Prepared to Thrive in a Knowledge Economy? In this episode, we explore the complex answer to this simple question, especially as it relates to the literacy skills students now need today.

Being Open and Honest About Sexuality (Part 2)- with Richelle Frabotta | Episode 41 Oct 01, 2018

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In our last episode, we began to explore the complex subject of human sexuality, as well as why it’s still so challenging for educators to provide a proper sexuality education. And so, this time we continue our conversation with certified sexuality educator Richelle Frabotta. We’ll talk about the direction society seems to be moving on this issue, and we’ll learn about what Miami’s new Sexuality Education Studies Center will do for the campus and the community.

Being Open and Honest About Sexuality (Part 1) - with Richelle Frabotta | Episode 40 Sep 14, 2018

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We’ve all heard the phrase: Sex sells. And while that may be true, it also creates controversy. But for all the attention this subject commands, it is surprising how little we actually understand it. Sexuality is not something many people are comfortable speaking about openly. But Richelle Frabotta is not one of them. As one of the few certified sexuality educators in the country, she teaches openly and frankly from a sex positive perspective about what have traditionally been very challenging issues. She is also at the forefront of the new Sexuality Education Studies Center here at Miami, and today she’s here to talk about the importance of sexuality education, and much more.

Exercise Science. Move More. Live Longer | Episode 39 Sep 04, 2018

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Everybody knows that exercise is good. But that is not the whole story. It’s not just that exercise is good. It’s also that not exercising is actually so much worse. A general lack of physical activity can lead to many diseases and even cancer. So in this episode, we speak with Kyle Timmerman and Kevin Ballard. Two accomplished exercise science researchers who have just been named Fellows in the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM). Their work explores the mechanisms behind exercise science and how living a much healthier life might not actually be that hard for most people.

College Admissions Explained – with Susan Schaurer | Episode 38 Aug 15, 2018

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In this episode, we speak to Susan Schaurer, Miami University Assistant Vice President for Enrollment Management, who is here to break down the college admissions process. What to do, what not to do, and where to even begin.

Learning to Unlearn How We Think about Teaching and Schooling | Episode 37 Aug 01, 2018

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The world is clearly changing and so is education. So this episode is about learning to unlearn what we know about teaching and schooling. And we’ll hear from some of those involved a new project that’s challenging what it could mean, or even what it should mean to be a teacher today.

Helping Shattered Communities Heal | Ep.36 Jul 16, 2018

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In this episode, EHS goes to Washington, There are a lot of different ways to help struggling communities heal and thrive. And in this episode, we hear from an EHS student who wanted learn how she could better serve her local community by learning the ins and outs of our political system. And, along the way, she also unexpectedly found herself helping another local community heal in the aftermath of a national tragedy.

A Pivotal Time for School Psychologists | Episode 35 Jun 29, 2018

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It’s a pretty pivotal time for school psychologists today. Especially as we continue to hear about the debates between parents and teachers and administrators and politicians, all about how to best ensure the safety and productivity of schools. Guns and violence, certainly, have been big topics in the news recently. But there is also many other more day-to-day concerns that students and schools must also manage. So in this episode, we talk about the critical role that school psychologists play. How they help schools address some of their more serious concerns, and even about some of the ways we can all help students live emotionally healthy and more productive lives.

Chiropractic Research Today - With Dr. Dean Smith | Episode 34 Jun 14, 2018

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In this episode, we talk with Dr. Dean Smith about his most recent work, some of the most common misconceptions still surrounding chiropractic care, and about the untapped potential this field may ultimately hold. Dean Smith is an exercise science specialist, a senior clinical faculty member at Miami University, and the latest recipient of the American Chiropractic Association’s 2018 Researcher of the Year Award. Alongside his award-winning research, Smith also hosts a podcast called Chiropractic Science, where he discusses new trends and findings with other leading researchers.

Illustrating African American Experiences | Episode 33 Jun 01, 2018

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Learn about a project that explores the African American experience through a literary genre and an art form that, at first, may seem like a unlikely source for the kind of deep and critical cultural analyses that could – according to an EHS expert -- lead to social change for all.

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