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Episode 409 - A Time of Transitions May 27, 2021

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We'll discuss the transition of leadership from Dickinson College President Margee Ensign to incoming Interim President John E. Jones III '77, P'11. Ensign will be returning to the presidency of the American University of Nigeria, while Jones will resign from the bench as chief judge of the U.S. Middle District of Pennsylvania. He will also leave his position as chair of Dickinson's Board of Trustees to become interim president.

Plus, leaders of Carlisle's Community Action Network, or CAN, share the impact President Ensign has had on the local community. You can listen to our podcast about CAN's public health initiative during the height of the pandemic.

Also, Puzzlemaster and Associate Professor of Mathematics Jeff Forrester reveals the answer to last episode's question and sends you looking for an "American Picker" in his latest puzzle, and members of the Class of 2021 share what they'll be doing post-Commencement.

Episode 408 - Career Development at Dickinson Apr 27, 2021

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Hear about Dickinson's unique approach to career development that starts before students even set foot on campus. We'll explore the strength of Dickinson's alumni network and hear career launch stories from a current student and a recent graduate.

Plus, Puzzlemaster and Associate Professor of Mathematics Jeff Forrester reveals the answer to last episode's question and gears up for a bicycle race in his latest puzzle, and President Margee Ensign shares information on the college's Commencement plans.

Episode 407 - Vox Staff Writer Fabiola Cineas '12 Mar 23, 2021

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In the second of a series of features with you alumni journalists, we talk with Fabiola Cineas '12, staff writer at Vox covering race. We'll discuss her reporting on one of the most important and sensitive beats in America, and we'll dive into her career journey, which has included stops as a magazine business editor and language arts teacher. Dickinson's English Department recently named her the 2021 Cogan Alumni Fellow.

Also in this episode: Puzzlemaster and Associate Professor of Mathematics Jeff Forrester reveals the answer to last episode's question, and sets you on a hunt down the road less traveled. Plus, President Margee Ensign shares what makes her hopeful this spring. And, in a bonus segment, Dickinson Professor of Creative Writing and Poet-in-Residence Adrienne Su reads from her latest published collection.

Episode 406 - Washington Post Cairo Bureau Chief Siobhán O'Grady '13 Feb 23, 2021

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In the first of a series of features with alumni journalists, we talk with Siobhán O'Grady '13, who was recently named Cairo bureau chief for the Washington Post.

Also in this episode: Puzzlemaster and Associate Professor of Mathematics Jeff Forrester reveals why you should watch your step on campus, and his latest question takes us to the college solar farm. Plus, President Margee Ensign discusses Dickinson's role in COVID vaccine rollout.

Episode 405 - The Psychology of a Pandemic Jan 25, 2021

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We talk with Professor of Psychology Marie Helweg-Larsen and alumnae Laurel Peterson '06 and Sarah DiMuccio '15 about their research into what predicts coronavirus risk perceptions. Peterson is an associate professor of psychology and Bryn Mawr College and DiMuccio is pursuing her doctorate at NYU.

Also in this episode: Puzzlemaster and Associate Professor of Mathematics Jeff Forrester returns with a new question. President Margee Ensign discusses Dickinson's new master's program in managing complex disasters and reopening at the start of the spring semester.

Episode 404 - Dickinson, Carlisle CAN Lead Public Health Initiative Nov 24, 2020

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Hear how Dickinson and the Carlisle Community Action Network founded by President Margee Ensign are leading a new public health initiative to fight the spread of COVID-19. Plus, President Ensign updates us on Dickinson's 2021 plans.

Episode 403 - Baltimore Orioles Broadcasters Oct 19, 2020

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We chat with Dickinson alumni and Baltimore Orioles baseball broadcasters Brett Hollander '07 and Geoff Arnold '10, who share tales of their journey from calling Red Devils games on WDCV to the big leagues. Associate Professor of Mathematics Jeff Forrester reveals the answer to last episode's puzzler and has a new question involving academic integrity. And, President Margee Ensign updates us on Dickinson's 2021 plans and discusses the college's recent sustainability accolades, including an EPA grant for the College Farm.

Episode 402 - Dickinson Antiracism Project Sep 28, 2020

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We explore the Dickinson Antiracism Project and its goals. Plus, our puzzler is back! Associate Professor of Mathematics Jeff Forrester has a new challenge to start the school year. And, we'll hear from President Margee Ensign about Dickinson's new test-blind admissions policy. and preliminary plans for next semester.

Episode 401 - Civic Action Internships Aug 18, 2020

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We'll hear from President Margee Ensign about Dickinson's decision to pursue remote instruction for the fall semester and the college's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. We'll also explore the Center for Civic Learning and Action's Civic Action Internship program to hear how Dickinson students have been helping the Carlisle community all summer long.

Episode 307 - Admissions Decision Release Day Mar 20, 2020

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We begin this episode with a special message from President Margee Ensign and Provost and Dean of the College Neil Weissman regarding Dickinson's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. We'll also pull back the curtain on "Decision Release Day," the moment prospective students learn they've been accepted to Dickinson. And Associate Professor of Mathematics Jeff Forrester reveals the highly logical answer to last episode's puzzler while keeping you on your toes with a new question. Email your answer to thegood@dickinson.edu by April 13, 2020, for a chance to win Dickinson swag.

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