Inclusive & Online Podcast

This month we welcome back Andrea Knutson and Noelle Mongene from OU's Native American Advisory Committee. In the second part of a two-part episode, they provide updates on their efforts around the OU community, including the dedication of a Native American Heritage Site and who led the charge to establish OU's Land Acknowledgement Statement. Resources Honoring Native American heritage at Oakland...

This month we welcome Andrea Knutson and Noelle Mongene from OU's Native American Advisory Committee. In the first part of a two-part episode, they provide historical context on relations between early Americans and Native Americans, and how those interactions affected the advancement of Native culture, language, and practices. Resources Honoring Native American heritage at Oakland University OU L...

Kate, Dan, and Kayla discuss what they've learned over the course of our second season, and share some of our favorite clips from the year. Join us as we wrap Season 2 and look ahead to Season 3.

This month we continue our conversation with OU's Director of Financial Aid, Nicole Boelk. We discuss how recent changes to the upcoming FAFSA are intended to address concerns over accessibility, the federal verification process, and common misconceptions about the financial aid. Come learn more about how financial aid offices, and the staff who work in them, play a critical role in DEI throughout...

In part 1 of a 2 part conversation, we meet with Oakland University's Director of Financial Aid, Nicole Boelk, to discuss recent federal changes to the 2024-25 FAFSA. We discuss how changes to the FAFSA calculation could mean more access to aid for new populations, and the implications for the broader financial aid community. Come learn more about these sweeping changes prior to the new FAFSA rele...

This month we met with Allan Case, Director of Admissions Operations at Embry Riddle Aeronautical University in Daytona Beach, Florida. This wide-ranging discussion covers the admissions process, DEI considerations, and how current legislation and Supreme Court rulings have affected admissions practices.

This month we take a break from interviewing guests. Instead, the three of us discussed some of the issues facing students as they return to campus for the fall. We also give a sneak peak into how this discussion will help frame the remainder of Season 2.

This month we met with Dr. Olysha Magruder from Johns Hopkins University's Whiting School of Engineering. This wide-ranging discussion covers inclusivity, culture, accessibility, and how you can incorporate concepts of each to create an engaging and inclusive learning environment. Come learn more about how the tone and language you use in your syllabus could be enhanced by using a more inclusive a...

This month we sit down with Angie Freeman from the University of Michigan to discuss Juneteenth. Come learn more about the history of the holiday, some of the rich symbolism surrounding the Juneteenth flag, and implications for higher education. Resources National Museum of African American History and Culture article History of Juneteenth NY Times History Channel Juneteenth Flag history Make Your...

On this month's episode, we sit down with a couple of student veterans to discuss their experience going from the military and back into the classroom. They share how their military experience set them up to be successful in the classroom, and how they navigate learning with younger students whose concerns are often quite different than their own.

This month we discuss accessible video content with Oakland University Instructional Designer, Danielle Nicholson. We explore tactics to help reduce the anxiety of getting started with video creation and mention helpful tools that you and your students can use now to create accessible videos. Come learn how you can master the art of creating accessible videos in your courses.

This month, Dan, Kayla, and Kate speak with Christie Gough, the Disability Support Services Coordinator at Oakland University. Christie shares some insight about student accommodations and dives into how accommodations are provided in online and face to face courses. This episode also sees the return of our tech tools segment where we discuss OU's new accessibility checker: Brickfield Accessibilit...

What box do you check for race when you're filling out a form? For many people, there's not necessarily an easy answer. Two or more refers to people who identify as two or more races. We meet with Oakland University student Brian Petty to hear about his personal identity journey and what it means to be two or more.

On this month's episode, we sit down with two student athletes to get their take on what it's like being both a student and athlete at the D1 level. On top of their academic obligations, you'll be surprised to learn how much more time management is need to balance a student athlete schedule. We also discuss implications for learning while on the road, mental well-being, and more of the issues stud...

Kate, Dan, and Kayla announce some exciting news for Season 2, and share some of their favorite moments from Season 1.

Kate and Dan meet with OU Librarian Julia Rodriguez to learn more about her work with Open Educational Resources, commonly referred to as OER. Come learn more about the basics of OER and how these they can help with college affordability. We debunk common myths about getting started with OER, and discuss how moving toward using open resources helps with student recruitment and retention.

In this episode, Kate and Dan discuss some of the issues international students face when it comes to culture, employment status, and everything else the comes with being a college student. Gracy and Dasha join the show to share their stories and advice for international students.

In this episode, Kate and Dan sit down with Dr. George Sanders, Associate Professor of Sociology from Oakland University's College of Arts and Sciences. We discuss a variety of financial issues students face while pursuing a degree, while weaving the conversation through related topics of socioeconomic status, cultural capital, and general well-being.

In this episode, Dan and Kate talk with Mercy Daniel, a former international student at Oakland University, and Koda Grasl, a current OU Senior about their experiences in higher education going by a chosen or preferred name. Tune in to hear two unique student experiences as we return to the topic of names and how they play a role in the higher education environment. Show Notes and Resources: Suppo...

Kate and Dan discuss accessible audio content with Christina Moore. We explore how multiple modalities enhance the learning experience for everybody, and how you can get started creating your own audio content today. Tech Tools Blackboard Ally CETL Moodle Multimedia Tools Garageband - audio editing, Mac only Audacity - Free audio editing, Mac or PC Otter.ai - audio transcription Audio eLearning Ti...

In this episode, Kate and Dan discuss the basics of inclusive course design with Jess Tess-Navarro. Jess shares valuable insight from an instructional designer perspective, and offers helpful tips on how to start making inclusive courses of your own. Resources: Ease Learning's DEI Rubric for Equitable Course Design Evaluating your course for inclusivity - What can I do now? CETL's Inclusive Practi...

In this episode, Kate and Dan discuss the history of digital accessibility at OU, and speak with recent OU graduate Rae Holston-Turner. Rae shares her story about her learning experience as a student with a disability, and valuable perspective on what we can do now to create more inclusive learning spaces.

In this episode, Kate and Dan discuss the importance of correct name pronunciation with Myshia Liles-Moultrie from Oakland University's Center for Multicultural Initiatives. Join us as we discuss name pronunciation, cultural identity, and sense of belonging and how faculty and staff can take action now with some free and easy tech tools. Show Notes and Transcripts: Sharing Name Pronunciation on Yo...

In this episode, Kate and Dan discuss LGBTQIA+ inclusion with one of Oakland University's most passionate advocates, Kelli Dowd. Join Kate, Dan, Kelli, as they discuss the book Gender Queer by Maia Kobabe, OU Pride month, and share their own thoughts, feelings, and experiences surrounding LGBTQIA+ inclusion. Show Notes and Transcripts: Sharing Your Pronouns in Zoom Oakland University Pride Month O...