ASCA Viewpoints

We’ve all heard it: “But I didn’t mean to…” In this episode of ASCA Viewpoints , we explore why students cling to their intent, what happens when impact tells a different story, and how student conduct professionals help bridge that gap. Through real examples, compassionate framing, and practical tools, this episode breaks down how understanding intent and impact can transform conversations, build...

We explore the growing edge of the student conduct profession with our guest Dr. Kyle McCarragher, Student Conduct Coordinator at Utah State University.  The intersection of research, professional engagement, and the power of emerging voices. Join us as we dive into how research shapes our daily practice, why involvement in ASCA can transform a young professional’s career, and what it means to ste...

What do students really mean when they say, “You don’t understand”? In this episode, our host Alana breaks down the generational divide in student conduct work and shares strategies for bridging communication gaps, building trust, and supporting students more effectively. Learn how digital culture shapes student behavior, why communication feels different now, and how practitioners can stay connec...

Restorative Practices with Dr. Benjamin Williams. Dr. Williams serves as the Associate Dean of Students and Deputy Title IX Coordinator at Trinity University. He oversees support for crisis & care, student engagement, and co-chairs the Student Success Team. His work centers on integrating restorative practices across student conduct, crisis response, and engagement to foster care and accountab...

In this short “welcome back” episode, our host Alana reflects on how the student conduct community has evolved — and what’s remained constant: our shared commitment to accountability, integrity, and care in higher education. Tune in for a preview of upcoming conversations featuring professionals who are reimagining accountability through restorative practices, leading with empathy and equity, and...

The Association for Student Conduct Administration (ASCA) official podcast, Viewpoints.

Dr. Lee Bird, ASCA Past-President, joins the ASCA Viewpoints Podcast in this inaugural episode.

Will Creeley, Senior Vice President of Legal and Public Advocacy at the Foundation for Individual Rights in Education (FIRE) shares his Viewpoint.

Dr. Joyce Ester, President of Normandale Community College and former student conduct officer, shares her Viewpoint

Dr. Mike DeBowes of the National Association Clery Compliance Officers and Professionals shares his viewpoint.

Jordon McLinden and Al Stelnick, the ASCA Canadian Region co-coordinators share their Viewpoints.

Scott Schneider, an expert on trauma informed investigations and higher education law, shares his Viewpoint.

JJ Larson, President of HECMA, Higher Education Case Managers Association, talks about the case management profession and its intersection with student conduct work.

Dr. Ryan Holmes, ASCA Past-President, Past Conference Chair, and Associate VP/Dean of Students at the University of Miami shares his viewpoint. Mr. Rex Ybanez, Chairman and Founder of the Center for the Certification and Accreditation of Student Services in the Philippines, Inc. shares his viewpoint. Mr. Rex's portion of the episode was recorded in May, 2017 in Manila, the Philippines. It is being...

Cyndi Vasquez Barrios, Dean of Students at Joliet Junior College, former ASCA Board Member as Director for Community Colleges, and past-Gehring Academy faculty shares her viewpoint. We touch a lot on community colleges in this episode.

Mary Beth Mackin, Past President of ASCA and the namesake of the Mary Beth Mackin Foundations of Professional Practice track at the Donald D. Gehring Academy was recorded by ASCA Intern, Audrey Winking in the summer of 2015. Mary Beth's surviving partner, Susan, has granted us permission to release this very special interview. Introduction and reflection by Dr. Lee Bird.

Dr. Dawna Haynes, Dean of Students at Big Bend Community College and researcher of student veteran needs, shares her viewpoint.

Alyssa Stoner Reddy and Janelle Briscoe, both Directors of 1-person student conduct shops at small institutions, share their Viewpoints.

Alyssa Leffall, Special Assistant to the Vice President for Student Affairs at Texas A&M University, shares her viewpoint. This episode focuses on the transition from full-time law practice to the student conduct profession.

Karen Joshua Wathel, Associate Dean of Students at Kalamazoo College and ASCA Director for 4 Year Private Institutions, shares her viewpoint. Karen teaches us about the intersection of disability support services and student conduct.

This bonus minisode of the ASCA Viewpoints Podcast shares some of our stats and the behind-the-scenes creation of an episode. Features Colleen Maeder, Producer, Editor, and Mixer of the podcast.

David Pe, Associate Dean of Students at NYU Shanghai, and Judy Li, Assistant Dean of Students at NYU Shanghai, discuss student conduct in a Chinese higher education context.

Dr. Patience Bryant, past Gehring Academy track coordinator for conflict resolution and PhD in Conflict resolution shares her viewpoint.

Dr. Alexis Martinez of Nova Southeastern University shares her viewpoint on conduct programs in professional schools. If you work with graduate students, this episode contains some great information.

Jeff Bates and Nicole Garcia Diaz served as the ASCA 2017 Presidential Graduate Interns. They share their viewpoints on the needs of graduate students and new professionals. Jeff is a second year graduate student at Appalachian State University and Nicole Garcia Diaz is in her first year as a residence hall director at St. John's University in New York City.