Passion and Practicality: A Liberal Arts Podcast
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Friday Apr 29, 2022
”The Composition Courses” with Associate Dean Hannah Thompson
Friday Apr 29, 2022
Friday Apr 29, 2022
In this episode, Associate Dean Hannah Thompson discusses how the skills and strategies covered in SNHU’s composition courses prepare students for future writing situations. Drawing from “The Brutal Truth You Must Accept to Write Well, According to Jeff Bezos” by Jessica Stillman, she discusses that writing takes time, improves with feedback, and requires revision.
Wednesday Apr 27, 2022
Wireside Chat: ”Copyright for Creative Writers” with Ellen Phillips
Wednesday Apr 27, 2022
Wednesday Apr 27, 2022
In this episode, copyright expert and SNHU archivist Ellen Phillips provides the facts that creative writers need to know about copyright protections under US Law.
Friday Apr 15, 2022
Shaneequa Vereen - Public Affairs Officer and Live Launch Commentator, NASA
Friday Apr 15, 2022
Friday Apr 15, 2022
In this episode, Torian Parker talks to Shaneequa Vereen, Public Affairs Officer and Live Mission Commentator at NASA, about the power of networking, the power of persistence, and the benefit of soft skills in mainstream careers fields like STEM, Business, and more! Listen to Shaneequa’s unique story and pathway to NASA!
Friday Apr 01, 2022
Friday Apr 01, 2022
In this episode, Associate Dean Jacob Powers discusses his career path as a creative writing major.
Friday Mar 04, 2022
”What Can I Do with an English Degree?” with Associate Dean Christopher Lee
Friday Mar 04, 2022
Friday Mar 04, 2022
In this episode, Associate Dean Christopher Lee, who oversees the English language and Literature programs at SNHU, discusses the skills learned while pursuing degrees in English that will be valuable in any future career. Those skills including written communication, source analysis, and critical thinking.
Thursday Feb 24, 2022
Thursday Feb 24, 2022
In this recording of a live panel presentation, Peter Bartell and SNHU's Career team talk to Alex Finkel (Bustle Digital Group), Michelle Tovar (Holocaust Museum Houston), Amy Banton (Pace Communications), Lisa Braxton (author and Public Education Project Manager), and Zack Wepfer (Coca-Cola) about "How to Make the Most of Your Liberal Arts Degree" in the private and public sectors. A video of this presentation is available here.
Friday Feb 04, 2022
”What Can I Do with a History Degree?” with Associate Dean Rob Denning
Friday Feb 04, 2022
Friday Feb 04, 2022
In this episode, Associate Dean Rob Denning describes the skills that students learn while in pursuit of a history degree that will be valuable on the job market after graduation (even in fields that don't include the word "history"). He also describes some of the ways that students can prepare for the job market before graduation.
Wednesday Jan 19, 2022
”What Can I Do with a Graphic Design Degree?” with Associate Dean Sloan Kelly
Wednesday Jan 19, 2022
Wednesday Jan 19, 2022
In this episode, Associate Dean Sloan Kelly introduces Southern New Hampshire University's Graphic Design program and identifies the essential skills necessary for a career in the field.