Buzzwords: Conversations about Teaching and Learning at SU

Host Joey, Scott, and Melissa have Yolanda Shields with them for Episode three! This time the group talks about how important it is to learn from your students. With everyone here at SU read for Spring break we leave you with the question: has Scott's sound effects gone to far? Enjoy everyone!   Hosts: Melissa Smeltzer-Kraft, Joey Gawrysiak, and Scott King Producer: Sean Kelly Music: Powerful EDM...

This week our hosts have Michele Pye on to discuss how she has been a transformative leader here at SU. Michele explains how she has tried to broaden the scope of care throughout her career. Enjoy!   Hosts: Melissa Smeltzer-Kraft, Joey Gawrysiak, and Scott King Producer: Sean Kelly Music: Powerful EDM Future Bass - Ivymusic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Season 3 is here! We are excited to bring you the next season of Buzz Words where our theme will be Transformers. Before you email us, no Scott and the group will not be interviewing BumbleBee on his thoughts on higher education. Instead we start off with the wonderful Amy Sarch as Joey, Melissa and Scott introduce new segments for this upcoming season and Amy informs us what factors goes into a g...

The team is back from winter break with a highly requested special guest: Karrin Lukacs! The fairy podmother herself joins Joey, Melissa and Scott as the group reflects their winter break and we learn Scott has really pot a water bottle through the works. Enjoy everyone!   Hosts: Melissa Smeltzer-Kraft, Joey Gawrysiak, and Scott King Producer: Sean Kelly Music: Adventures - A Himitsu Hosted on Aca...

We welcome Rakene Lee to the podcast! Super insightful episode as Rakene is the Human Resource Director at SU so our hosts had to be on their best behavior.  Rakene sheds some light on his role in the HR department and even relates back to his time in the military. Enjoy this weeks episode!    Hosts: Melissa Smeltzer-Kraft, Joey Gawrysiak, and Scott King Producer: Sean Kelly Music: Adventures - A...

Happy Thanksgiving to our listeners! This week we have Keith on the show with our hosts Melissa, Scott and Joey. Not only does the group discuss what they are thankful for, but Keith has some notes to spice this podcast up! Let us know what you think.  As always enjoy the episode!   Hosts: Melissa Smeltzer-Kraft, Joey Gawrysiak, and Scott King Producer: Sean Kelly Music: Adventures - A Himitsu Hos...

This week on Buzzwords we have guest Emily Hollins! The group discusses her time as a contestant on the hit TV gameshow, Jeopardy. Scott also tries his hand at being a gameshow host as he asks the group questions around mascots. Safe to say this episode is a great one. Enjoy!   Hosts: Melissa Smeltzer-Kraft, Joey Gawrysiak, and Scott King Producer: Sean Kelly Music: Adventures - A Himitsu Hosted o...

Our Guest this week is Yolanda Gibson! Hosts Melissa, Scott and Joey discuss their past week and the trip that was taken by some on this show to Amsterdam. Yolanda and the group talk about how important it is to step out of your comfort zone and how excited everyone is for Halloween, or really the discounted candy that comes afterward.  Please enjoy the 12th episode of Buzzwords!    Hosts: Melissa...

Please give a warm welcome to our newest guest, Bridget Lyons! Hosts Joey, Scott and Melissa discuss their homecoming fun! While also hearing about how Bridget got to be the athletics director for Shenandoah University. Enjoy this weeks episode.    Hosts: Melissa Smeltzer-Kraft, Joey Gawrysiak, and Scott King Producer: Sean Kelly Music: Adventures - A Himitsu Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

We welcome back host, Joey Gawrysiak,  for his first episode in season two! Give a warm welcome to Emily Burner as the group discusses the fun of Homecoming prep, basketball memories, and the aggravation that shopping carts can cause. This episode is a fun one and we hope you enjoy.  Remember go to su.edu/homecoming to check out all the festivities going on this weekend!   Hosts: Melissa Smeltzer-...

Welcome Andy Woodall in our Season 2 Opener! Andy and our hosts Scott and Melissa discuss their high and lows of summer, the excitements of coaching, and even some fun do's and don'ts of Shenandoah.  We hope you enjoy this episode and  the start of a new season! Hosts: Melissa Smeltzer-Kraft, and Scott King.  Producer: Sean Kelly Music: Adventures- A Himitsu Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

Please join us in a warm welcome for Amber on our SEASON FINALE as she discusses topics like planning international rotations for students during her sabbatical, how Shenandoah has changed since her time as an undergrad, and how she transitions into the summer months as a 12-month faculty member!  Enjoy the show, see you next season!  Hosts: Melissa Smeltzer-Kraft, Joey Gawrysiak, and Scott King. ...

Guest Lisa Levinson discusses topics like getting her PHD in addition to being full-time faculty, a brief history of the nursing school, and her complete adoration and respect for her students' brilliance and persistence!  Let's give a round of sound as we welcome Lisa to the show!    Hosts: Melissa Smeltzer-Kraft, Joey Gawrysiak, and Scott King.  Producer: Zander Merle-Smith Music by: Amine Mabro...

Guest Mohammad Obeid discusses topics like applications for virtual and augmented reality, his department's student-built motion capture studio, and battling sleep-loss while juggling many different departmental hats.  This episode will certainly keep you awake as we welcome Mohammed to the show!    Hosts: Melissa Smeltzer-Kraft, Joey Gawrysiak, and Scott King.  Producer: Zander Merle-Smith Music...

Guest Hakeem Leonard discusses topics like creating a culture of dialogue and curiosity, mapping out your role in a social ecosystem, and his amazing work with the Shenandoah Conservatory.  Please join our hosts in a warm welcome for Hakeem!    Hosts: Melissa Smeltzer-Kraft, Joey Gawrysiak, and Scott King.  Producer: Zander Merle-Smith Music by: Amine Mabrouk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

Guest Phil Liversedge discusses topics like the joys of coaching, having fun in the classroom, and using less jargon to get your educational points across.  Please join us in welcoming our awesome guest for the fourth episode of Buzzwords!    Hosts: Melissa Smeltzer-Kraft, Joey Gawrysiak, and Scott King.  Producer: Zander Merle-Smith Music by: Amine Mabrouk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy f...

Guest Erika Francis speaks endearingly about her role with the PA school, puppy parties for Graduate students, and tools to improve communication in these tough times!  Please join our hosts Melissa Smeltzer-Kraft, Joey Gawrysiak, and Scott King in welcoming our fantastic guest for episode 3!   Music originally composed and produced by Amine Mabrouk, a music producer based in the Netherlands. Host...

Returning hosts Dr. Joey Gawrysiak, Scott King, and Melissa Smeltzer-Kraft are back for episode 2 of the Buzzwords Podcast!  Join them in welcoming the wonderful Montressa Washington as they discuss things like COVID vaccinations, lost icons and role models, and finding new avenues for visual learning tools.  Welcome back to the show!   Music originally composed and produced by Amine Mabrouk, a mu...

Guest Alida Gibson gives insights into her teaching methods, her troubles with educational technology, and her passion for the SU community. Join Joey Gawrysiak, Scott King, and Melissa Smeltzer-Kraft on their first episode in welcoming their first guest!   Music originally composed and produced by Amine Mabrouk, a music producer based in the Netherlands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...