Quinnipiac University

Who Are You?

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College is more than just what happens in the classroom, it's about the experiences that shape students, the people who influence their journey, and the moments that help them discover who they truly are.  Who Are You?  is a short, digestible weekly podcast where members of the Quinnipiac community share their passions outside the classroom, exploring how those experiences connect to their academic growth and put them on the path to success.   The podcast is a co-production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio and the Quinnipiac Productions team.

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Jun 30, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 69- Provost Debra Liebowitz: Connecting the Dots: How Diverse Experiences Create Expertise 30.06.2026

In the 69th episode of Who Are You?, Debra Liebowitz, Provost of Quinnipiac University, shares: 🌎 Reflects on how education expanded possibilities and shaped a life rich in experiences. 🎓 Demonstrates how Quinnipiac empowers students to turn education into opportunity. 📖 Advice for students starting their college search journey Related to this episode:  Quinnipiac University: www.qu.edu   Host:...

Episode 68- Ian McLellan: What It’s Like to Be a Student at Quinnipiac’s Netter School of Medicine 24.06.2026

In the 68th episode of Who Are You?, Ian McLellan, a third-year medical student, shares: 🏈 How an injury to NFL Legend Adrian Peterson led Ian to study medicine 🥼 What it’s like to be a student at Quinnipiac University’s Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine 🩺The guidance and support students receive at Netter to help figure out their specialty   Related to this episode:  Quinnipiac University’...

Episode 67- Nick Pietrusszkiewicz: Episode 67- Nick Pietruszkiewicz: The Inside Scoop on Quinnipiac’s Sports Communication Program 17.06.2026

In the 67th episode of Who Are You?, Nick Pietruszkiewicz, Program Director of Sports Communication, shares:   ⚾  How sports shaped his identity and career path  🎒The scale and scope of Quinnipiac’s Sports Communications program  🏫 Why Quinnipiac student media experience sets students apart    Related to this episode:    Quinnipiac University’s Sports Communications Program    Host: Joel Vanner...

Episode 66- Quinto Melnick: The Transition from the Military to Business & Law School 10.06.2026

In the 66th episode of Who Are You?, Quinto Melnick, a finance, MBA, and incoming law student, shares:   📚 His experiences in the military that led him to Quinnipiac  🪖 How Quinnipiac empowers students to take control of their education  🎓 Advice to military veterans interested in going to college     Related to this episode:    Info for Veterans & Military at Quinnipiac  Quinnipiac University’...

Episode 65- Prof. Gabe Acevedo: From Rockstar to Sociology Professor 03.06.2026

In the 65th episode of Who Are You?, Gabriel Acevedo, Assistant Teaching Professor of Sociology, shares:   🥁 How the chance of picking up a toy drum set on the side of the road led him to become a Rockstar    🎼  How life on tour led to sociology  🏫  Advice to students not sure if college is right for them     Related to this episode:    Quinnipiac University’s Sociology Program    Host: Joel Va...

Episode 64- Anouar Benbrahim: How A Passion for Problem-Solving Led to Mechanical Engineering 27.05.2026

In the 64th episode of Who Are You?, Anouar Benbrahim, a Mechanical Engineering student, shares:   🏫 His journey to Quinnipiac’s School of Computing & Engineering  📏 The awesome things student can create in the Maker Space  📖 What students can expect from their first year studying engineering     Related to this episode:    Quinnipiac University’s Mechanical Engineering Program    Host: Joel Va...

Episode 63- Shianne Taylor: The Journey from Oklahoma to Quinnipiac Law 20.05.2026

In the 63rd episode of Who Are You?, Shianne Taylor, a third-year Law student, shares:   🎒 The path that led her to Quinnipiac Law  ️⚖️ The structure and style of learning at Quinnipiac Law  👩‍⚖️ The unique community built through student involvement at Quinnipiac Law    Related to this episode:    Quinnipiac University’s School of Law   Host: Joel Vanner    Guest: Shianne Taylor  Producers: Pay...

Episode 62- Samantha Primavera: Succeeding in Quinnipiac’s 4+3 Physical Therapy Program 13.05.2026

In the 62nd episode of Who Are You?, Samantha Primavera, a Doctor of Physical Therapy student, shares:   🥼What led Samantha to be interested in Physical Therapy  📚 An overview of Quinnipiac University’s 4+3 accelerated, dual-degree Physical Therapy program  🩺How interprofessional learning has shaped her experience    Related to this episode:    Quinnipiac University’s 4+3 Physical Therapy Progr...

Episode 61- Prof. Ari Perez: Everything You Need To Know About Civil Engineering at Quinnipiac 06.05.2026

In the 61st episode of Who Are You?, Ari Perez, Professor of Civil Engineering, shares: 📚 Possible career paths and where a civil engineering degree can take you 🎓What sets Quinnipiac’s Civil Engineering program apart 🏢 Career opportunities for graduates of Quinnipiac’s Civil Engineering program   Related to this episode:  Quinnipiac’s Civil Engineering Program   Host: Joel Vanner  Guest: Ari P...

Episode 60- Victoria Caputo: The Non-Traditional Law Student 29.04.2026

In the 60th episode of Who Are You?, Victoria Caputo, a second-year law student, shares: 📚️Why she believes she’s the non-traditional law student and her journey to law school 🎙️️The importance of sharing her experiences through her podcast, “Law School Diaries” ️👩‍⚖️ Advice for students like her considering law school   Related to this episode:  Quinnipiac University’s School of Law   Host: Joe...

Episode 59- Dean Larry Slater: What Makes Quinnipiac’s School of Nursing Unique 22.04.2026

In the 59th episode of Who Are You?, Larry Slater, Dean of the School of Nursing, shares: 🏫What sets Quinnipiac School of Nursing apart 🩺An overview of programs that Quinnipiac’s School of Nursing offers 🚢 His non-traditional path to nursing   Related to this episode:  Quinnipiac University’s School of Nursing   Host: Joel Vanner  Guest: Dean Larry Slater Producers: Payton Stein & Peter Gallay...

Episode 58- Dan Greff: How Quinnipiac Became Not Only the “Right” Choice, but the “Only” Choice 15.04.2026

In the 58th episode of Who Are You?, Dan Greff, an accelerated, dual-degree, Political Science and Public Relations double major, shares: ✅ Why Quinnipiac became not only the “right” choice for him, but the “only” choice 🎓 Advice for managing an accelerated and dual-degree path 🏫 How to make the most of orientation and excel in your first year of college Related to this episode: Quinnipiac Univ...

Episode 57- Prof. Ruby ElKharboutly: Everything You Need to Know About Software Engineering at QU 08.04.2026

In the 57th episode of Who Are You?, Ruby Elkharboutly, Professor of Software Engineering, shares: 🖥️ The differences between Computer Science and Software Engineering 🎒 What type of students thrive in Software Engineering 💻 Quinnipiac’s approach to modernizing Software Engineering for an AI-driven world   Related to this episode:  Quinnipiac University’s Software Engineering Program   Host: Joe...

Episode 56- Maeve Campbell: A Communications Student with a Passion for Business 01.04.2026

In the 56th episode of Who Are You?, Maeve Campbell, an accelerated, dual-degree, communications/ media studies student, shares: 🏫 The opportunities she found getting involved on campus 🎓 What inspired her to combine a Communications/ Media Studies degree with an MBA ☕ Stepping into leadership as a manager at one of Quinnipiac’s student-run on campus businesses   Related to this episode:  Quinn...

Episode 55- Prof. Jon Blake: Everything You Need to Know About Computer Science at Quinnipiac 25.03.2026

In the 55th episode of Who Are You?, Jonathan Blake, Professor of Computer Science and Software Engineering, shares: 🖥️ The differences between Computer Science and Software Engineering 🏫 What makes Quinnipiac’s School of Computing & Engineering so unique 🎓 Career outcomes for Quinnipiac Computer Science and Software Engineering graduates   Related to this episode: Quinnipiac University’s Comput...

Episode 54- Prof. Amy Paros: A Journey from Aerospace Project Management to Teaching Management 18.03.2026

In the 54th episode of Who Are You?, Amy Paros, Associate Professor of Management, shares: 🏒 How a love for hockey was her pathway to education ✈️ Navigating her career shift from the aerospace industry to a management professor 📚 Why investing in your education is your smartest long-term investment   Related to this episode:  Quinnipiac University Master’s of Business Administration Quinnipiac...

Episode 53- Bailey Neary: How One Professor at Open House Inspired Bailey's Advertising Journey 11.03.2026

In the 53rd episode of Who Are You?, Bailey Neary, a sophomore, advertising student, shares: 🏫 A conversation with a professor at an Open House that sparked her interest in majoring in advertising 👜 The eye-opening perspective she gained from a course on advertising for luxury brands 📚 The classroom experiences in adversiting that ultimately led her to secure an internship   Related to this epi...

Episode 52- Aidan Hanley: The Essentials of Quinnipiac’s Entry Level Physician Assistant Program 04.03.2026

In the 52nd episode of Who Are You?, Aidan Hanley, an first year graduate student in the Entry Level Master’s Physician Assistant (ELMPA) student, shares: 🥼 Why he chose Quinnipiac’s ELMPA Program 🩺 A day in the life of a Physician Assistant Graduate student at Quinnipiac 🏥 What students need to succeed in Quinnipiac ELMPA program Related to this episode: Quinnipiac University’s Entry Level Mas...

Episode 51- Elizabeth Pratt: Choosing QU Before Choosing a Major; The Master of Social Work Program 25.02.2026

In the 51st episode of Who Are You?, Elizabeth Pratt, an alum of Psychology and Criminal Justice, currently enrolled in the Master of Social Work program, shares:  🏫 Her introduction to Quinnipiac and what made it stand out during her college search 📚 Her experience entering college as an undeclared student and the guidance that helped her find her academic path 🎓 Life after earning her bachelo...

Episode 50- Stan Veliotis: How a Career in Accounting Can Transform Your Life 18.02.2026

In the 50th episode of Who Are You?, Stan Veliotis, Associate Professor of Accounting, shares: 💵How he went from washing dollar bills to earning dollar bills 🏦Discovering his passion for accounting 🪙 Why Accounting sets students up for consistent job opportunities   Related to this episode:  Quinnipiac University’s Accounting Program   Host: Joel Vanner  Guest: Stan Veliotis Producers: Payton S...

Episode 49- Jake Cassidy: An Insider's Look at Quinnipiac's Physician Assistant Program 11.02.2026

In the 49th episode of Who Are You?, Jake Cassidy, a fourth-year Entry Level Master’s Physician Assistant (ELMPA) student, shares:   🩺  How he decided he wanted to be a Physician Assistant and what made Quinnipiac’s program stand out   🏥  What makes Quinnipiac’s Entry Level Master’s of Physician Assistant program unique        🎒 The typical day in the life of an ELMPA student    Related to this...

Episode 48- Dean Brian Gallini: What sets Quinnipiac University's School of Law Apart 04.02.2026

In the 48th episode of Who Are You?, Brian Gallini, Dean of the School of Law, shares: 🧑‍⚖️ His journey from student athlete to becoming a lawyer 💼The experiences and opportunities available to students at Quinnipiac’s School of Law 📈 The keys to excelling in Quinnipiac’s School of Law Related to this episode: Quinnipiac University’s School of Law Host: Joel Vanner Guest: Brian Gallini Producer...

Episode 47- Jody Ashielfie: Breaking the Traditional College Mold 28.01.2026

In the 47th episode of Who Are You?, Jody Ashielfie, a Professional Master's of Business Administration student, shares: 🎓 Her decision to return to School and why Quinnipiac’s BBA Program was the best fit 💼 How the flexibility of Quinnipiac’s programs leads to success in and out of the classroom 🤝The resources, support, and opportunities Quinnipiac offers nontraditional students   Related to t...

Episode 46- Payton Stein: Handling Homesickness; Finding Belonging During Your First Year of College 21.01.2026

In the 46th episode of Who Are You?, Payton Stein, a Marketing student, shares: 🌎 Her decision on selecting a college halfway across the country 🤝 Managing homesickness and finding her place on campus 🎒 Resources to help students adjust to college life Related to this episode: Quinnipiac University’s Marketing Program Quinnipiac University’s Orientation Host: Joel Vanner Guest: Payton Stein Pro...

Episode 45- Trip Sanders: Entrepreneurship, Networking, and Leading Students on the Path to Success 14.01.2026

In the 45th episode of Who Are You?, Trip Sanders, Visiting Instructor of Entrepreneurship & Strategy, shares: 💼 His path to becoming an entrepreneur 📊 Misconceptions students have about entrepreneurship 🤝 Advice to students about entrepreneurship Related to this episode: Quinnipiac University’s Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program Quinnipiac University’s M&T Bank Center for Innovation and E...

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