Can I Get A Retake?

To be human is to be constantly evolving: our personalities, our relationships, and the paradigm through which we view the world. Alongside Dr. Heather Von Bank, Professor and Chair of the Department of Family Consumer Science at Minnesota State University, Mankato, we explore the nuances of lifespan development, the micro and macrosystems that affect family dynamics, and how systems of oppression...

As a Mexican-American conservationist, Dr. Erim Gomez knows first-hand the importance of diversity and inclusion in STEM fields. In part 2 of our conversation with Dr. Gomez, professor of Wildlife Biology at the University of Montana, we explore what it means to students, especially those of minority backgrounds, to have mentors and representation in their field. Come along as we explore how to be...

In Part 1 of an expansive 2-part dialogue, Dr. Erim Gómez, a trailblazing Mexican American professor of Wildlife Biology at the University of Montana, flips the script on who and what gets prioritized in the world of conservation. As a researcher studying resilient amphibians and as a mentor guiding the next generation of Wildlife biologists, Erim gives a voice to overlooked and underrepresented c...

Ignite your curiosity in this episode of 'Can I Get a Retake,' where Sociologist Dr. Cynthia Heddleston unveils the transformative power of 'wonderment.' Discover how nurturing an inquisitive mindset and asking probing 'Why?' questions can expand our understanding of the world and the society we inhabit. Professor Heddleston fosters a climate of curiosity in her classroom, empowering students to a...

Discover the transformative power of cultural humility in healthcare with Zach Cordell on this episode of "Can I Get a Retake?". Explore the intricate dance between lifestyle choices and health outcomes, and learn how cultural contexts shape our approach to wellness. From kitchen-table moments of inclusivity to the personalized paths of patient care, Zach delves into the essence of treating people...

With over 25 years in agricultural education, how does Dr. Kimberly Miller guide students to dig deeper into the hidden ethical landscape of their dinner plates? Join us on Can I Get a Retake as we embark on a thought-provoking journey with Dr. Miller, a seasoned educator with 25 years of tilling the fertile ground of agricultural ethics. She doesn't just serve up answers – she empowers students t...

Forget the production possibility curves – today we’re explaining economics through the power of storytelling. Join us as Professor David Berri shares his unorthodox approach to making economic concepts relatable; learn how music videos, blockbuster movies, and the absurd twists in history can unlock a deep understanding of the modern economic principles that impact our daily lives. Ditch the impe...

You've got the knowledge and the expertise- now how do you transform it into an unforgettable student experience? On the season finale of "Can I Get a Retake", we open the doors to the proverbial kingdom! We bring industry veteran (and our esteemed colleague) Tim Shade into the studio to give you the inside scoop on GRL's tried-and-true development process. Listen in as Macayla, Michelle, and Tim...

What is it ~really~ like "using insects to solve crimes"? Forensic entomologist and assistant professor Adrienne Brundage gives us the "real CSI" run-down on this wild episode of Can I Get a Retake?. If you've ever wondered how much of CSI is real, how many maggots fit in a 5-gallon bucket, or what cockroaches really think of you...this episode is for you! Join Michelle and Macayla on an extra-lon...

Remember the dreaded words, "This is a group project"? Yikes! Dr. Yuliana Zaikman is on a mission to transform the group project experience using team-based learning. In this episode, she shares how she uses team-based learning in her social psychology course at Texas A&M - Corpus Christi to provide experiences that empower her students to engage actively with both the coursework and their pee...

Will economic history keep repeating itself? We talk with Peter Cunningham, former international trade director and lead professor of economics to discuss his approach to imparting decades of experiences onto his students. In this episode of Can I Get a Retake? Cunningham shares his style of teaching, prioritizing real lived experiences over just theory and history. He also shares a few riveting s...

Can horticulture innovation outpace climate change? As extreme weather events accelerate, we speak with horticulture experts and twin brothers, Drs. Dean Kopsell and David Kopsell, to discuss innovative solutions for sustainable farming. In this episode of Can I Get a Retake?, the Kopsells share how horticulture science is developing climate-resilient practices to manage pests, mitigate crop damag...

In this episode of Can I Get a Retake? we chat with Diane Margolf and Kristin Heineman, professors of history at Colorado State University. Join us as we explore the inherent challenges of compressing 3,000 years of Ancient Near Eastern and Western history into a semester-long survey course. How do historians assess which figures to spotlight and which voices to amplify? Diane and Kristin shed lig...

In this episode of Can I Get a Retake? Michelle and Macayla chat with Aaron Sholders, professor of Biochemistry at Colorado State University and author of Principles of Biochemistry . We chat about Aaron's research and development of a concept learning inventory and how his digital textbook allows him to implement his research findings efficiently. Check out Aaron's Sholders' publication, Principl...

In this episode of Can I Get Retake? Michelle and Macayla talk with Lee Murphy, Distinguished Lecturer at the University of Tennessee - Knoxville and author of Nutrition for Your Life . We chat about why she wanted to create her own textbook and how she used it to expand her introductory nutrition course. We also talk about dietTracker, an app developed by Lee in conjunction with Great River Learn...

In this episode of Can I Get a Retake? Michelle and Macayla chat with Michelle Stanley, professor of music and flute, Director of the Arts Management program, and Chair of the Music Department at Colorado State University, and author of Music Appreciation: Successful Listening in All Music . We chat about Michelle's music career and travels, her experience creating her own textbook, her advice for...

In Can I Get a Retake? hosts Macayla and Michelle dive into the lives of higher ed instructors and authors. They chat with guests about their areas of study, their research projects, their performances, and their unique teaching styles. Hear from faculty all across the US to gain insights and inspiration for your own classroom.