Academically Speaking, a UCF College of Undergraduate Studies Podcast

Dr. Theodorea Regina Berry, Vice Provost and Dean of the College of Undergraduate Studies, speaks with Emily Padden. Emily recently graduated from UCF with a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies and was the 2024 Founder’s Day Award recipient for our college. They discuss the interdisciplinary nature of the Environmental Studies program, what Emily will be […] The post Academically Speaking S...

Dr. Theodorea Regina Berry, Vice Provost and Dean of the College of Undergraduate Studies, speaks with Chloe Gordon, the 2000th graduate of the Bachelor of Integrative General Studies program. They discuss her work with Yoga for Change, her plans for the future, and what advice she would you give to someone who’s thinking about starting […] The post Academically Speaking S3E8 with Chloe Gordon app...

Dr. Theodorea Regina Berry, Vice Provost and Dean of the College of Undergraduate Studies, speaks with Nicole Boisson, an accomplished student scholar who is set to graduate with degrees in environmental studies and political science. They discuss her passion for environmental science and the importance of policy-making. Nicole explains what biogeochemistry is and her efforts […] The post Academic...

Dr. Theodorea Regina Berry, Vice Provost and Dean of the College of Undergraduate Studies, speaks with Luci Blanco, an interdisciplinary studies major who is focused on public affairs and social behavioral sciences, while minoring in pre-law in the humanities. They discuss her outside-the-classroom experiences, including working with student government, and how students can discover what […] The p...

Dr. Theodorea Regina Berry, Vice Provost and Dean of the College of Undergraduate Studies, speaks with Dr. Wayne Bowen, Associate Dean for the College of Undergraduate Studies and a Professor of History. They discuss the opportunities the college’s degree programs offer, what he learned while serving in the military, and how he came to focus […] The post Academically Speaking S3E5 with Dr. Wayne B...

Dr. Theodorea Regina Berry, Vice Provost and Dean of the College of Undergraduate Studies at the University of Central Florida, speaks with Dr. Darryl Gordon, program manager for the College of Undergraduate Studies. They discuss his love of higher ed, why you should get involved in your community, and how Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., […] The post Academically Speaking S3E4 with Dr. Darryl Gordon...

Dr. Theodorea Regina Berry, Vice Provost and Dean of the College of Undergraduate Studies at the University of Central Florida, speaks with Jacob Isaacs, a College of Undergraduate Studies student, who will graduate this semester with a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies, a minor in Urban and Regional Planning, and a certificate in Geographical […] The post Academically Speaking S3E3 wit...

Dr. Theodorea Regina Berry, Vice Provost and Dean of the College of Undergraduate Studies at the University of Central Florida, speaks with College of Undergraduate Studies alum Anna Eskamani, who serves as the State House Representative for District 42. Born and raised in Orlando to working-class Iranian immigrants, Eskamani shares her journey into interdisciplinary studies […] The post Academica...

Dr. Theodorea Regina Berry, Vice Provost and Dean of the College of Undergraduate Studies at the University of Central Florida, speaks with College of Undergraduate Studies alums Andre’ George and Ademi Smith. Both George, a video assistant, and Smith, a scout, work for the Detroit Lions. They discuss their experiences at UCF and the College […] The post Academically Speaking S3E1 with alumni Andr...

In this podcast episode of “Academically Speaking,” Dr. Theodorea Regina Berry interviews Dr. Harrison Oonge, the assistant dean for Academic Planning for the University of Central Florida’s College of Undergraduate Studies. Dr. Oonge discusses his educational background, including his bachelor’s degree in education from Kenyatta University in Kenya. Dr. Oonge delves into the initiatives he […] Th...

Lecturer and UCF alum Dr. Michael Gilbrook joins Dr. Theodorea Regina Berry, Vice Provost and Dean of the College of Undergraduate Studies, for a discussion insights on the impact of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) on environmental studies, the importance of certifications in the planning industry, and the use of A.I. for object classification. They also […] The post Celebrating Faculty: Dr....

Dr. Theodorea Regina Berry, Vice Provost and Dean of the College of Undergraduate Studies, is joined by Dr. Danielle Maya (Pratt) Eadens, Assistant Director of Interdisciplinary Studies, to discuss her research in relational humanity and disability as diversity. Dr. Eadens also shares her insights about teaching online and their conversation also delves into the transformational […] The post Celeb...

Theodorea Regina Berry, Ed. D., Vice Provost and Dean of the College of Undergraduate Studies, is joined by her executive assistant Brittany Nsouli for a far-reaching conversation about Dr. Berry’s educational journey, her devotion to education, her advice for students, and why the answer is never “no.” Dr. Theodorea Regina Berry: Welcome to Academically Speaking. This […] The post Meet the Dean –...

In this special edition of Academically Speaking, Dr. Theodorea Regina Berry, Vice Provost and Dean of the College of Undergraduate Studies, talks about the history of Juneteenth and its significance for Black Americans. Dr. Theodorea Regina Berry: Welcome to Academically Speaking. This podcast is designed to provide our listeners with an opportunity to engage with […] The post Juneteenth appeared...

Dr. Theodorea Regina Berry is joined by Kennon Adkinson ’08, a graduate of the College of Undergraduate Studies, Interdisciplinary Studies program, who is currently serving as Sonny’s BBQ’s Chief Kindness Officer. This past fall, he received the College of Undergraduate Studies Distinguished Alumni Award in recognition of his commitment to UCF. Dr. Theodorea Regina Berry: […] The post Academically...

Dr. Theodorea Regina Berry, Vice Provost and Dean of the College of Undergraduate Studies, is joined by Interdisciplinary Studies major Stefan Lunis for a discussion about the future of A.I. and how his time at UCF led to him doing research at M.I.T. Dr. Theodorea Regina Berry: Welcome to Academically Speaking. This podcast is designed […] The post Academically Speaking with Stefan Lunis appeared...

Dr. Theodorea Regina Berry, Vice Provost and Dean of the College of Undergraduate Studies, is joined by Dr. Richard Plate for a discussion about environmental studies, interdisciplinary ecology, and Earth Day. Dr. Theodorea R…:          Welcome to Academically Speaking. This podcast is designed to provide our listeners with an opportunity to engage with subjects and topics […] The post Celebrating...

Dr. Theodorea Regina Berry, Vice Provost and Dean of the College of Undergraduate Studies, talks to Nicole Boisson, an Environmental Studies and Political Science major who serves as the Sustainability and Innovation Coordinator for UCF’s Student Government, and Katia Destine, an Interdisciplinary Studies major with concentrations in Behavioral Sciences, and Letters in Modern Languages. Destine […...

Dr. Theodorea Regina Berry, Vice Provost and Dean of the College of Undergraduate Studies, is joined by Interdisciplinary Studies lecturer Dr. Sharon Woodill to discuss Dr. Woodill’s journey from music to academia, her love of connecting with students, and why interdisciplinarity is essential in our approach to education. Dr. Theodorea Regina BerryHello everyone, this is […] The post Dr. Sharon Wo...

Dr. Theodorea Regina Berry welcomes Dr. Leah Gaines, a lecturer in the Interdisciplinary Studies program. Dr. Gaines shares insights into her journey as an academic and researcher and discusses her work with the college’s study away course. The post Dr. Leah Gaines appeared first on College of Undergraduate Studies .

Dr. Theodorea Regina Berry discusses the Student Academic Resource Center at the University of Central Florida with Becky Piety, Director; Dr. Ana Mack, Assistant Director; and Erika Staiger, the Coordinator of the Supplemental Instruction program. The Student Academic Resource Center is a learning center on the UCF campus that provides students with group and one-on-one peer tutoring, academic co...