This is Oregon

On this episode we're joined by John Strong, Fox Sports Lead Soccer Announcer and University of Oregon Alumni. In this episode, Strong discusses his journey from the UO to calling matches on the world stage ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, including what it takes to prepare for a FIFA World Cup broadcast. He also shares how he stays composed under pressure, reflects on standout moments from his t...

On this episode we're joined by Karl Scholz, President of the University of Oregon.  In this episode, he discusses how the university is working to support and prepare students for success post-graduation. He also discusses how the UO is strengthening its impact across Oregon through workforce development, community engagement and research innovation in alignment with Oregon Rising.   Topics Meet...

On this episode we're joined by Mary Wood, Philip H. Knight Professor of Law and Faculty Director of the Law School's Environmental and Natural Resources Law Center at UO.  In this episode, she discusses her work with her Atmospheric Trust Litigation Strategy, approaches in protecting blue carbon areas, and the Pacific Northwest Framework for Atmospheric Recovery. Wood explains how environmental l...

On this episode we're joined by Lauren Goss, Athletics Archivist in Special Collections and University Archive at UO. In this episode, she discusses her work preserving and investigating the history of Oregon athletics, including UO's long-standing connection to the Olympic and Paralympic Games. She also shares how the athletics archives preserve the stories, artifacts and moments behind UO's spor...

On this episode we're joined by Susan Sokolowski, founder and professor of the sports product design program in the College of Design at the UO.  In this episode, she discusses her journey in product design innovation, and how innovative universal design is making a difference in sports product design. Sokolowski shares insights from her research, education, and industry experience.   Topics Journ...

On this episode we're joined by Leland O'Driscoll, Director of the Oregon Hazards Lab, or OHAZ. He discusses his work with the OHAZ Lab and how OHAZ monitors natural hazards across Oregon, from earthquakes to wildfires, and explains how early warning tools like ShakeAlert and other monitoring technologies support community preparedness strategies. O'Driscoll also highlights OHAZ's partnerships wit...

On this episode we're joined by Judith Sheine, Professor of Architecture and Director of Design of the TallWood Design Institute at the University of Oregon. She shares her work with helping mass timber become more accessible and discusses its potential to create affordable, sustainable housing. Sheine also discusses the challenges and opportunities in advancing mass timber development and what it...

On this episode we're joined by Judith Sheine, Professor of Architecture and Director of Design of the TallWood Design Institute at the University of Oregon. She shares her work with mass timber innovation and what it means for environmental sustainability. Sheine also discusses how the TallWood Design Institute applies research to support the future of mass timber as a resilient material for buil...

On this episode we're joined by Melaney Grenz, project manager for the Center on Brain Injury Research and Training, or CBIRT, at the University of Oregon. In this episode, she discusses how her work with CBIRT helps support people with Traumatic Brain Injuries, or TBIs, what TBIs look like in everyday life, and what their impact can have on school, work, and daily function. Grenz also shares comm...

On this episode we're joined by Beth Stormshak, Philip H. Knight Chair, Professor at UO's College of Education, Director of the Prevention Science Institute, and President and Founder of the Family Check-Up. Stormshak talks about the challenges families face in communicating with their children and how the Family Check-Up helps families thrive. She shares practical tips for supporting kids as they...

On this episode we're joined by Dr. Sunny Bai, Assistant Professor of Children's Behavioral Health and Psychology at the University of Oregon's Ballmer Institute for Children's Behavioral Health. Bai shares her latest research on family life, explores parent's communication styles with their children, and offers tips to support youth as the school year begins. Topics The Science of Family Life [00...

On this episode we're joined by Ariel Williamson, a l icensed psychologist & assistant professor at The Ballmer Institute for Children's Behavioral Health  and The Department of Psychology , to explore how children's sleep habits affect their emotional well-being, behavior, and learning. Williamson discusses why sleep is foundational for kids' health, how families can recognize when sleep routines...

On this episode we're joined by Jordan Troester, Director of Performance and Sports Science at Oregon Athletics department. Jordan discusses his work at Oregon Athletics and Wu Tsai Human Performance Alliance at Oregon, what it's like to be a sports scientist, he shares his advice to runners and debunks some common misconceptions about sports science and sports science research.   Topics  Inside t...

On this episode we're joined by Lauren Hallett, associate professor at the University of Oregon's Department of Biology. Hallett discusses her ongoing work to enhance the climate resiliency of Oregon's hazelnut farms, which account for 99% of the country's hazelnut production. With the support of a $2 million federal award, Hallett and her lab have designed an agricultural practice using native co...

On this episode, we're joined by Keely McMahon, an alum of the School of Journalism and Communication's advertising program. Keely shares about her experience studying at the SOJC and how her studies prepared her for success working behind the scenes of the 2024 Big Ten Football Championship Game. Topics Why Oregon? [0:48] Student experience in the SOJC [2:05] Navigating post-graduation [3:15] The...

On this episode, we're joined by Sam Berman, a double Duck and alum of the Lundquist College of Business's master of business administration program. Sam talks about her experience working behind the scenes of Oregon's beach volleyball and indoor volleyball teams and the Women in Flight program, and how those opportunities propelled her into her current role working at the College Football Playoff...

On this episode, we're joined by Kai Jones, a second-year master of business administration student and a player development graduate assistant for Oregon Athletics. Kai talks about her work behind the scenes of player development and how her experiences have inspired her career aspiration to become a director of player development. Topics Why Oregon? [1:23] What is player development? [2:58] Educ...

On this episode , we're joined by Bennett Metcalf , a senior majoring in media studies and an intern for the @GoDucks creative team. Bennett shares his experience working behind the scenes of some of the Oregon Athletic teams and how the experience has shaped his time at UO and his career goals. Topics Why Oregon ?  [0:39] GoDucks intern experience [3:20] Connecting coursework and hands-on experie...

On this episode, we're joined by Giana Swift, a senior majoring in sports business and marketing and a marketing intern for the Oregon Athletic department . Giana discusses her behind-the-scenes work at Oregon Athletic events and how her experiences inside and outside the classroom have influenced her time at UO and shaped her career aspirations.   Topics Why Oregon ?  [ 1:14 ] A look i nside the...

On this episode, we're joined by Nick Willett, associate professor in the UO Department of Bioengineering, and Bev Smith, executive director of Kidsports, to discuss the physical and mental health benefits of sports for youth. They recap their panel conversation on the topic from the Global Sport University Network's inaugural summit in September 2024 and go into greater detail about the partnersh...

On this episode we're joined by Jen Doty, associate professor at the University of Oregon's D epartment of Counseling Psychology and Human Services . Doty shares advice and resources on how parents can help kids safely navigate online spaces like social media .     Topics   Is kids' screen time a problem? [ 1 : 25 ] How much time  kids spend on screens [ 4:03 ] A helpful framework for parents [ 6:...

On this episode, we're joined by Dr. Kathryn Ackerman, Jennifer Langton, and John Strong . They recap their keynote conversation on the female athlete from the Global Sport University Network's inaugural summit in September 2024 and expand on questions they weren't able to get to during the summit.   Topics: The d igital a thlete [3:49] Importance of collaboration [ 5 :50] Bridging two worlds [1 0...

On this episode we're joined by Chris topher Hendon, assistant professor of chemistry and biochemistry . We discuss Hendon's coffee lab, his ongoing quest for better coffee through chemistry, and tips for at-home baristas. Topics:    University of Oregon Coffee Lab [1:00] Chemis try of a good c up of coffee , and tips for home b arista s [ 2:50 ]  Recent research on static in coffee grounds [17:38...

On this episode we're joined by M ike Hahn , professor of human physiology and director of the Bowerman Sports Science C enter . We discuss his team's research on distance running , fatigue , and tips to get the most out of your run while avoiding injury .   Topics:   M arathon fatigue research [ 1 : 2 4 ] Wu Tsai Human Performance Alliance [ 7 :0 1 ] T ips for runners [ 9 : 4 0]   Guest:   Mike H...