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ForCollegeForLife PodcastForCollegeForLife Podcast: Gavin Bell IntroductionGavin Bell is a speaker and storyteller who creatively incorporates the art of both narrative and humor into his speaking endeavors. Professionally, he has worked in Higher Education as a student affairs practitioner for close to 6 years in a variety of different capacities. Ultimately, he strives to center relational student mentorship at the core of all his roles and aspires to create spaces where students have the ability to authentically achieve their goals and dreams.His speaking revolves around promoting student well-being while utilizing creative and cultural frameworks in order to both categorize and specifically define what...2025-05-1442 minForCollegeForLife PodcastEnding Catfish Culture: Why Are We Lying to New Members? with Jasmine C. Williams and Chris MolinaHave you ever ordered something online because the pictures look perfect, but when you open the package it’s nothing like what you were expecting? Have you ever found someone on a dating app, but when you met them in person they were basically a different human being?Have you ever watched a student leader promoting their organization in a way that didn’t seem authentic? Does your campus have a fraternity or sorority house that looks amazing on the outside, but the inside is disgusting and falling apart? (…You know the one)Catfishing – creating a false...2025-04-0242 minForCollegeForLife PodcastJaclyn Gallo - Getting Your Hopes UpJaclyn Gallo is a nationally-recognized Speaker and 2x best-selling Author inspiring audiences to embrace optimism and never give up. She’s the host of the Spark Your Light podcast, which ranks in the top 1.5% of all podcasts globally, with listeners in 96 countries. Jaclyn’s work has been featured by Forbes, Business Insider, and Good Morning Washington.Jaclyn’s entrepreneurial dreams were born in her college dorm room at Georgetown University, where she took a leap of faith and pursued her first business idea. It was a total failure, but applying the lessons she learned, Jaclyn built a thrivi...2025-03-1248 min
The Executive Coach for Moms PodcastResilience in Action: Raising Awareness to Save Lives After Surviving the Unthinkable*CONTENT WARNING: Domestic Violence*Leanna is joined by Caitlin Roberts, a higher education professional and a survivor of domestic violence, who has made it her mission to raise awareness to hopefully prevent others from enduring similar trauma. Caitlin shares her harrowing experience of being attacked by her partner, which left her with 19 stab wounds and led to seven surgeries. She recounts the emotional and psychological abuse she endured in the years before the attack, as well as the challenges of her recovery. She also discusses the legal aftermath, including the plea deal and the ongoing post-conviction relief...2024-11-211h 00ForCollegeForLife PodcastQ McEachern: Is It Performative?Qy'Darrius Z. McEachern is a Black, able-bodied, cisgender man from a low-income background who has committed himself to researching & educating people on the systemic oppressions impacting us every single day through an antiracist lens.He earned his Bachelors’ degree in Psychology with minors in Social and Economic Justice and Education from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and attended Texas State University to earn his Master’s degree in Higher Education. He is also a PROUD member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Incorporated. Qy’Darrius is a national speaker + consultant who strives to support...2024-10-0327 minForCollegeForLife PodcastJasmine C. Williams: Mental Health Action PlanConnect with JasmineWebsite: https://forcollegeforlife.com/jasmine/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasminecwilliams/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/msjasminecwilliams/2024-09-2719 min
ForCollegeForLife PodcastFast 15 with Odell Bizzell: What Dr. King and Malcolm X Would Teach Today's LeadersThis episode explores the question of what Dr. King and Malcolm X would teach today's leaders. Odell Bizzell and Casey J. Cornelius explore the dynamic between the two iconic figures, challenging the common perception that Dr. King was the safe, peaceful leader while Malcolm X sought confrontation. He argues that both leaders embodied elements of each other, emphasizing the importance of understanding the system, effective communication, and collaboration toward a common goal.Odell draws on his personal experiences and encounters with stereotypes, encouraging listeners to move beyond performative actions, such as sharing quotes, and to delve deeper...2024-01-3114 minForCollegeForLife PodcastFast 15 with Leo Serrato: Hazing Prevention WeekLeo is the University of Oregon's Assistant Director of Fraternity and Sorority Life. He is on a personal and professional mission to end Hazing in Greek-lettered organizations. Leo has been working in Higher Education with Fraternities and Sororities for the past eight years to help accomplish his mission. As a speaker, he has been sharing his personal experience with Hazing to ensure no member ever experiences the trauma involved with Hazing in FSL communities across the country.Learn more about Leo's programs at https://forcollegeforlife.com/leo/Leo's Introduction Episode: https://forcollegeforlife.com/forcollegeforlife-podcast-leo-serrato-introduction/...2023-10-0415 minForCollegeForLife PodcastFast 15 with Carlos J. Malave: Relationship Building through Direct CommunicationCarlos J. Malave is the author of "Translating Your Success" and developer of the Restorative Power Program, who quickly established himself as a dynamic and passionate speaker. His efforts establishing the Restorative Power Program in classrooms across the country has harnessed a genuine passion into a unique message of perseverance, compassion, and inspiration. His work within KIPP and the Houston community has been featured on ABC 13 News and in 2018, he worked with Texas legislators to help draft and pass a bill to implement Restorative Practices within public schools.Links:Learn more about Carlos and his...2023-09-2719 minForCollegeForLife PodcastFast 15 with Mindy Sopher: BelongingMindy Sopher has been a professional advisor and mentor to students in Ohio, Tennessee, Virginia and at NC State University in Raleigh. Currently, she teaches Nonprofit Leadership and Development and advises undecided new studentsProgram Information: https://forcollegeforlife.com/mindy/Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mindy-sopher-2681b62/2023-09-2011 minForCollegeForLife PodcastFast 15 with Jessi Beyer: Suicide PreventionAs we observe Suicide Prevention Month, it's crucial to amplify conversations that can make a real difference. The latest episode of The ForCollegeForLife Podcast is dedicated to this very mission.Join us for a "Fast 15" deep dive with Jessi Beyer, as we navigate the complex and poignant subject of suicide and its ideation. This episode isn't just a conversation; it's a resource-packed guide for anyone who might be seeking ways to support and understand individuals grappling with such feelings.Suicide prevention is not just about awareness; it's about understanding, empathy, and providing tangible resources. Jessi...2023-09-1315 minForCollegeForLife PodcastCaitlin Roberts: Director of Fraternity & Sorority Life and ForCollegeForLife SpeakerCaitlin Roberts has worked in higher education for over 20 years, primarily with fraternities and sororities. Her work has taken her all over the country working with students on recruitment, leadership development and community building. But when she woke up in the hospital after an attack by the father of her son, she knew she had a different message to share. Caitlin speaks for those who can’t and wants to help others avoid a situation like hers.Caitlin was born and raised in Orange County, California and has always found the Wedge in Newport Beach to be her...2023-09-0644 minForCollegeForLife PodcastFast 15 With Dr. Mari Ann Callais - BelongingDr. Mari Ann Callais serves as the Sr. Director of Strategic Initiatives for Delta Delta Delta Fraternity. She has been a keynote and featured speaker at many local, regional, national, and international conferences and conventions. She has been a member of AFA since 1991 and wrote her dissertation on Sorority Rituals and Behavior.Links:Learn more about Dr. MAC and her programsConnect with Dr. MAC on LinkedInFollow Dr. MAC on Instagram2023-08-3015 min