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Behrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastAdvocating for student-athletes, with Dr. Chuck BrownDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Dr. Chuck Brown, associate professor of accounting, about his work with the NCAA, where he serves as the Faculty Athletics Representative for Penn State Behrend. Originally recorded on September 16, 2026.
2026-09-2737 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastA five-year plan for the Open Lab, with Dr. Greg Filbeck and Dr. Alicyn RhoadesDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Dr. Greg Filbeck, vice chancellor and associate dean for academic affairs, and Dr. Alicyn Rhoads, vice chancellor and associate dean for research and graduate studies, about the college’s new five-year strategic plan. Originally recorded on July 15, 2026.
2026-07-3144 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastEnhancing student opportunities in the School of Science, with Dr. Cora MacBethDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Dr. Cora MacBeth, a 1996 Behrend graduate, about her first year as director of the School of Science. Originally recorded on June 15, 2026.
2026-07-0842 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastA Fulbright experience in Erie, with Bibiana Mayer SteckelDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Bibiana Mayer Steckel, a Fulbright Scholar from Brazil, about her work with the Virtual/Augmented Reality Lab, where she is studying the use of VR technology to connect with children who have autism. Originally recorded on April 30, 2026.
2026-06-1543 min
The People of Penn StateEpisode 109–Learning Undefeated with Jennifer ColvinOn this episode of the People of Penn State podcast, we sit down with Jennifer Colvin ’97 Behrend, chief innovation officer at Learning Undefeated and self-described “crazy ideas captain.”Jen reflects on her time at Penn State Behrend, where she earned her biology degree in 1997, and shares how her Penn State experience helped shape her passion for STEM education and community impact. She shares how Learning Undefeated allows her to fulfill her mission of making STEM education equitable and accessible for all learners, including the development of more than 20 mobile laboratory programs, the importance of comm...
2026-06-1120 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastCreating the sneaker of the future, with Tiffany BeersDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Tiffany Beers, vice president of enterprise innovation at VF Corporation, about her work designing products for Nike, Tesla, Logitech and The North Face. Originally recorded on May 8, 2026.
2026-05-1737 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastEngineering the next generation of space travel, with Julia CecchettiDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Julia Cecchetti, a 2020 graduate and recipient of the Alumni Achievement Award, about her work at SpaceX and at Impulse Space, where she is a senior propulsion engineer. Originally recorded on March 19, 2026.
2026-04-1735 min
The Family Business ExperienceWorkforce development doesn’t have to be something you tackle alone, Ep. 8 with Ryan ParkerIn this episode, Jacob sits down with Ryan Parker from Penn State Behrend’s Office of Community and Workforce Programs to talk about how local and family-owned businesses can tap into powerful training and talent resources right in their backyard. Ryan explains how his team partners with companies to design trainings that fit their schedules, budgets, and goals—from highly targeted technical skills like GD&T, Six Sigma, and plastics processing to leadership development, project management, and more.Jacob and Ryan also dig into how Penn State Behrend helps businesses recruit talent through career services, open...
2026-01-2923 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastSupporting Erie’s business community, with Brandon MendozaDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Brandon Mendoza, president and CEO of the Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership, about the Erie 300 strategy and the role of local universities in economic-development work. Originally recorded on January 12, 2026.
2026-01-1643 minThe Family Business ExperienceBen Davis of Gene Davis Sales and ServiceBen Davis, co‑owner of Gene Davis Sales and Service in Erie, Pennsylvania, joins Zach and Jacob to share how a small regional steel supplier transformed into a vertically integrated fabrication “powerhouse” while staying firmly rooted as a family business. From his great‑grandfather’s scrap operation to his grandfather’s risky restart at age 65 and his father’s hard‑won decades of week‑to‑week survival, Ben traces four generations of grit, loyalty, and reinvention that built the foundation he works on today.In this episode we discuss: How Ben went from planning a career elsewhere t...
2026-01-081h 01Behrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastA productive partnership for women's health, with Dr. Will WalkerDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Dr. Will Walker, director of the college's Women's Health Innovation and Science Translational Lab, about how Behrend's role in the MWRI-Erie initiative is helping to benefit medical research, undergraduate learning experiences, and the broader Erie community. Originally recorded on November 14, 2025.
2025-11-2134 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastWhat COVID taught us about health care, with Dr. Ala StanfordDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Dr. Ala Stanford, a pediatric surgeon and Alumni Fellow, about her work with the Black Doctors COVID-19 Consortium and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, where she served as a regional director. Originally recorded on October 9, 2025.
2025-10-2440 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastSupporting family-owned businesses, with Dr. Christopher HarbenDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Dr. Christopher Harben, the Toudy Chair of Entrepreneurship and Family Business, about the Center for Family Business and the annual Family Business Conference. Originally recorded on September 15, 2025.
2025-09-2632 minThe Family Business ExperienceMarsha Marsh of Marsha Marsh Real Estate ServicesWhat happens when a dental hygienist with a knack for conversation follows her heart and builds a real estate powerhouse with her family? Join Zach and Jacob as they sit down with Marsha Marsh of Marsha Marsh Real Estate Services for an inspiring look into the roots, risks, and rewards of a thriving family-run business.In this episode, discover:How Marsha's career leap turned into a multi-generational legacy, with each family member bringing their own strengths—from entrepreneurial drive to people skills and financial know-how.The challenges and jo...
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The Penn State University Campus PodcastPenn State Revamps Orientation, Closes Campuses, Renovates Beaver Stadium, and Launches National Security Institute in Major 2025 UpdatesHello, and welcome to the latest episode of our campus news podcast. Today is Monday, August 11, 2025, and we have several important updates from Penn State University.
Penn State University Park is set to revamp its New Student Orientation (NSO) program for 2025. The updated program will separate academic advising and course registration from the in-person orientation, allowing for a more streamlined process. Students will complete online modules and meet with academic advisers virtually before attending the on-campus orientation, which will focus on community-building activities. This change aims to accommodate the growing number of incoming students and enhance their onboarding experience.
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2025-08-1104 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastThe rapid evolution of AI, with Dr. Tiffany Petricini and Kyle ChalupczynskiDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Dr. Tiffany Petricini, associate teaching professor of communication, and Kyle Chalupczynski, assistant teaching professor of management information systems, about their work with Behrend's Ad Hoc AI Task Force. Originally recorded on June 26, 2025.
2025-07-0459 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastThe student experience at Behrend and abroad, with Sophia DiPlacidoDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Sophia DiPlacido, a 2025 graduate of the college, about her student experience, including a semester abroad in France. Originally recorded on May 7, 2025.
2025-06-0634 min
Holding the Ladder in Sport and LeadershipEpisode #86- Dave Niland, Head Men's Basketball Coach, Penn State Behrend, Erie, PADave Niland is our guest for this episode. He is the head men's basketball coach at National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III Penn State Behrend in Erie, PA. He just completed his 30th season guiding the Behrend Lions program. He comes from a family of legendary Buffalo (NY) sports leaders. Niland has produced 29 winning seasons in the last 30 years to rank 20th among NCAA Division III programs for winningest teams of the decade. The Lions also have earned an NCAA or Eastern Collegiate Athletic Conference (ECAC) postseason bid in 26 of the past 28 years. Niland is the al...
2025-05-1255 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastThe 'Vision & Resilience' of Behrend's early leaders, with Dr. Joseph Beilein Jr.Dr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Dr. Joseph Beilein Jr., professor of history, about his new book about Behrend in the years 1980-2010. Originally recorded on May 1, 2025.
2025-05-0936 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastEmbracing an ‘accidental’ career, with Connor SattelyDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Connor Sattely, a 2025 recipient of the Penn State Alumni Achievement Award, about his work in venture capital in the Netherlands. Originally recorded on March 27, 2025.
2025-04-0435 min
TalkErie.com - The Joel Natalie Show - Erie Pennsylvania Daily PodcastThe Academic Year at Penn State Behrend: Dr. Ralph Ford - Dec. 12, 2024For our Thursday education focus, we invited another senior leader at our local universities, as Dr. Ralph Ford, Chancellor of Penn State Behrend joined us. He reviewed the academic year, as well as the big investments happening on campus.
2024-12-1342 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastInvesting with Intent, with Vincent IntrieriDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Vincent Intrieri, founder and CEO of VDA Capital Management and an Alumni Fellow, about the Intrieri Family Student-Managed Fund. Originally recorded on November 7, 2024.
2024-11-2239 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastPennsylvania’s role in the presidential election, with Dr. Robert SpeelDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Dr. Robert Speel, associate professor of political science, about Pennsylvania’s significance as a swing state in the 2024 presidential election. Originally recorded on October 14, 2024.
2024-10-2730 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastThe Healthy Campus Initiative, with Melissa SulkowskiDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Melissa Sulkowski, director of Student Wellness Services, about the Healthy Campus Initiative, which includes new programming at the Counseling Center and Health Center. Originally recorded on September 12, 2024.
2024-09-2727 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastA $4.4 million investment in metal casting, with Dr. Paul LynchDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Dr. Paul C. Lynch, associate professor of industrial engineering, about a three-year, $4.4 million partnership with the Institute for Advanced Composites Manufacturing Innovation. Originally recorded on July 26, 2024.
2024-08-0637 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastManaging inflation, with Dr. Ken LouieDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Dr. Ken Louie, associate professor of economics and director of the Economic Research Institute of Erie, about inflation, interest rates and economic growth.
2024-05-0834 min
Flagship City Sports TalkSeawolves Take Series over the RubberDucks, Penn State Behrend Mens Tennis Earns 3rd Straight AMCC Title, Feature w/ Doug White, and NFL Draft Wishes in the Rustbelt - FCST 4/22/24In this episode, the guys discuss who stood out at Harborcreek Invitational, the Seawolves claiming their series over the Akron RubberDucks, Penn State Behrend Mens Tennis claiming their Third Straight AMCC Title, Doug White, member of the 2024 Erie Metro Sports Hall of Fame, and 2024 NFL Draft Christmas lists.
2024-04-2346 minFlagship City Sports TalkErie High Boys Basketball Wins District Crown, Gannon Womens Basketball Secures Top Spot in PSAC Tournament, and Penn State Behrend Womens Basketball Wins Third AMCC Title - FCST 2/26/24In this episode the guys discuss D10 Basketball Playoffs, General McLane's Magnus Lloyd earning his fourth D10 title, Gannon Womens Basketball locking up the top seed in the PSAC tournament, and the Penn State Behrend Womens Basketball Team winning their third AMCC Championship. In the Rundown, they cover the Cleveland Cavaliers breaking their losing streak, the Penguins picking up a much needed win, and the Sabres are finding a rhythm.
2024-03-0142 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastThe April 8 total solar eclipse, with Dr. Darren Williams and Dr. Mike RutterDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Dr. Darren Williams, professor of astronomy and astrophysics, and Dr. Mike Rutter, associate professor of statistics, about the April 8 total solar eclipse, which will be visible in totality in Erie.
2024-02-2932 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastHow to navigate the college enrollment process, with Andrea KonkolDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Andrea Konkol, director of enrollment management, about the FAFSA and other steps in the college admissions process.
2024-02-1432 minTalkErie.com - The Joel Natalie Show - Erie Pennsylvania Daily PodcastPenn State Behrend's 75th Anniversary: Dr. Ralph Ford - Jan. 23, 2024On the Tuesday edition of The Joel Natalie Show, we invited in-studio Dr. Ralph Ford, Chancellor of Penn State Behrend. The higher ed institution in Harborcreek Township is celebrating its 75th Anniversary. Dr. Ford told the story of the origin of the Behrend campus, how the school is celebrating this milestone, and their work in the greater Erie region.
2024-01-2443 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastBuilding a better Wesleyville, with Borough Manager Marcus JacobsDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with alumnus Marcus Jacobs about his work as the borough manager of Wesleyville.
2023-12-1832 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastArtificial intelligence and its impact on cybersecurity, with Jeremy O’Mard | Dr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with alumnus Jeremy O’Mard, senior managing consultant at IBM, about how artificial intelligence is changing the cybersecurity landscape.
2023-11-1532 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastA silver STARS rating for sustainability, with Dr. Sherri “Sam” MasonDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Dr. Sherri “Sam” Mason, director of sustainability at Behrend, about the college’s new STARS rating for sustainability.
2023-09-2834 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastThe digital humanities and the Frankenstein Variorum, with Dr. Elisa Beshero-Bondar Dr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Dr. Elisa Beshero-Bondar, professor of digital humanities, about the Frankenstein Variorum and the Mary Russell Mitford Archive.
2023-08-2841 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastA new threat to chestnut trees, with graduate researcher Emily DobryDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Emily Dobry, a graduate student who discovered a tree fungus that had not previously been seen in North America.
2023-06-0829 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastThe international-student experience, with Hetzel Award-winner Yingxin “Cindy” WuDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Yingxin “Cindy” Wu, winner of the 2023 Ralph Dorn Hetzel Memorial Award, about her experience as an international student at Behrend.
2023-05-1133 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastOpportunities for alumni engagement, with Dr. Priscilla HamiltonDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Dr. Priscilla Hamilton, a retired U.S. Army colonel and former commander of the U.S. Army Dental Command, about her work with the Council of Fellows and the Women’s Engagement Council.
2023-04-1427 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastPartnering with the Eagle’s Nest Leadership Corporation, with Bishop Dwane BrockDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Bishop Dwane Brock, the founder and chief executive of the Word of Faith Development Corporation, about the college’s new partnership with the Eagle’s Nest Leadership Corporation.
2023-03-1748 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastROI and the College Search Process with Andrea KonkolDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Andrea Konkol, director of enrollment management, about the importance of return on investment when considering a college or university. Originally recorded February 7, 2023.
2023-02-1731 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastProject RESOLVE and the expansion of the Open Lab, with Dr. Amy BridgerDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Dr. Amy Bridger, senior director of corporate strategy and external engagement, about Project RESOLVE, a regional strategy for reimagining the manufacturing industries. Originally recorded Jan. 13, 2023.
2023-01-2046 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastImproving Students’ Mental Health, with Sue DaleyDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Sue Daley, director of personal counseling, about improving mental health services for college students.
2022-12-2332 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastThe New Erie Hall, with Ken Miller and Brian StreeterDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Dr. Ken Miller, senior director of administration and student affairs, and Brian Streeter, senior director of athletics, about the new Erie Hall, a $28.2 million fitness, recreation, and wellness center that will open in January. Originally recorded Oct. 25, 2022.
2022-11-2532 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastPromoting Student Engagement, with Kris Motta Torok and Clark TiemanDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Kris Motta Torok and Clark Tieman, of the office of Student Leadership and Involvement, about the importance of student engagement and the extracurricular experience. Originally recorded Oct. 4, 2022.
2022-10-2843 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastCorporate Partnerships in Knowledge Park, with Brian KupchellaDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Brian Kupchella, CEO of Clarience Technologies, about Truck-Lite’s move to Knowledge Park. Originally recorded Sept. 16, 2022.
2022-09-3031 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastNurturing Campus Diversity, with Sam EppsDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Sam Epps, a 1995 Behrend alumnus, about campus diversity, alumni engagement and the future of labor unions. Originally recorded Aug. 23, 2022.
2022-09-0240 min
Huz Ghost StoriesHenry & The Ghosts of Penn State BehrendPenn State Behrend started as a small annex of Penn State University, most of the students enrolling in engineering degrees. The school has grown over the last thirty years and become one of the top schools in the area. However, it's not just a beacon for the living. This college has many spooks living on campus including the famous Henry and the spirit trapped in the infamous room 604. Join us as we look into the haunted dormitories and apartments to see what's happening at Penn State Behrend.
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2022-08-1938 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastHow to See Through "Post-Truth" Communications, with Dr. David Kahl Jr.Dr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Dr. David Kahl, Jr., professor of communication, about the language and strategy that advances neoliberalism and “post-truth” communications. Originally recorded July 26, 2022.
2022-08-0840 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastScholarships and Other Philanthropic Support, with Kevin MooreDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Kevin Moore, director of development and alumni relations, about Penn State’s six-year capital campaign, “A Greater Penn State for 21st Century Excellence.” Originally recorded June 22, 2022.
2022-07-0832 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastRestoring and Repurposing the Federal House, with Tom HagenDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Tom Hagen, chairman of the board of Erie Indemnity Company, about the restoration and expansion of the Federal House, the new home for Susan Hirt Hagen CORE. Originally recorded June 1, 2022.
2022-06-1633 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastTeaching Online and In Person, with Eric RobbinsDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Eric Robbins, associate director of corporate outreach and research in the Black School of Business, about being selected for the George W. Atherton Award for Excellence in Teaching. Originally recorded May 6, 2022.
2022-05-1339 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastThe Role of Student Government, with Claire PerritanoDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Claire Perritano, a Behrend senior, about her experience in student government and as a resident assistant. Originally recorded April 4, 2022.
2022-04-1527 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastThe Enduring Value of the Humanities, with Dr. Eric CortyDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Dr. Eric Corty, director of the School of Humanities and Social Sciences, about his 29 years as a Behrend faculty member and administrator. Originally recorded February 28, 2022.
2022-03-0934 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastThe Russian Invasion of Ukraine, with Dr. Lena Surzhko HarnedDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Dr. Lena Surzhko Harned, assistant teaching professor of political science, about the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Originally recorded February 28, 2022. For a captioned version, visit behrend.psu.edu/behrendtalks.
2022-03-0544 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastMaking the Most of College, with JP Goodsel, '21Dr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with James “JP” Goodsel, a graduate student at the college, about how student-athletes balance their obligations in the classroom and on the court. Originally recorded February 2, 2022. For a captioned version, visit behrend.psu.edu/behrendtalks.
2022-02-1822 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastNew Options for Engineering Students, with Dr. Tim KurzwegDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, discusses sensor-embedded fibers, polymer engineering and robotics with Dr. Tim Kurzweg, director of the School of Engineering. Originally recorded January 7, 2022. For a captioned version, visit behrend.psu.edu/behrendtalks.
2022-01-2126 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastThe Circular Economy of Plastics, with Dr. Alicyn RhoadesDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, discusses the life cycle of plastics and the new Advanced Resource Efficiency Center with Dr. Alicyn Rhoades, associate professor of engineering and interim associate dean for research and graduate studies. Originally recorded December 16, 2021. For a captioned version, visit behrend.psu.edu/behrendtalks.
2022-01-0732 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastCOVID's Impact on Supply Chains, with Dr. Varun GuptaDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, discusses the disruption to global supply chains caused by COVID-19 with Dr. Varun Gupta, associate professor of supply chain management and analytics. Originally recorded November 23, 2021. For a captioned version, visit behrend.psu.edu/behrendtalks.
2021-12-0326 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastSupporting Family Business, with Dr. Christopher Harben and Doug NeckersDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, discusses the new Center for Family Business with Dr. Christopher Harben, Toudy Chair of Entrepreneurship and Family Business, and Doug Neckers, president and CEO of Maplevale Farms. Originally recorded October 26, 2021. For a captioned version, visit behrend.psu.edu/behrendtalks.
2021-11-0331 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastEncouraging Entrepreneurship, with Laura GuncheonDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Laura Guncheon, vice president of the project management office at Erie Management Group, about EMG’s efforts to spur entrepreneurial growth in the Erie region. Originally recorded September 22, 2021. For a captioned version, visit behrend.psu.edu/behrendtalks.
2021-10-0638 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastVirtual and Augmented Reality, with Dr. Christopher SheltonDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Dr. Christopher Shelton, assistant professor of clinical psychology and director of the Virtual/Augmented Reality Lab, about the use of immersive technology in psychology. Originally recorded August 25, 2021. For a captioned version, visit behrend.psu.edu/behrendtalks.
2021-09-0729 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastPlastics Innovation, with Kelly Goodsel and Shawn GrossDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Kelly Goodsel, president and CEO of Viking Plastics, and Shawn Gross, the company’s vice president of culture and business development, about lean manufacturing and the plastics industry in northwest Pennsylvania. Originally recorded August 4, 2021. For a captioned version, visit behrend.psu.edu/behrendtalks.
2021-08-1134 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastEconomic Growth and Equality in Erie, with Mayor Joe SchemberDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Erie Mayor Joe Schember about economic growth, Opportunity Zones and diversity-and-inclusion efforts in Erie. Originally recorded June 23, 2021. For a captioned version, visit behrend.psu.edu/behrendtalks.
2021-07-0935 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastDiversity and corporate responsibility, with Tesha NesbitDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Tesha Nesbit, director of diversity, equity and inclusion, and corporate social responsibility at North American Partners in Anesthesia, about the need for diversity and inclusion in the workforce. Originally recorded May 20, 2021. For a captioned version, visit behrend.psu.edu/behrendtalks.
2021-06-1435 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastThe Next Step in Space Exploration, with Dr. Darren WilliamsDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Dr. Darren Williams, professor of astronomy and astrophysics, about the search for habitable planets and extraterrestrial life. Originally recorded May 11, 2021. For captioned version, visit behrend.psu.edu/behrendtalks.
2021-05-1731 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State Podcast34 Years of Enrollment Management, with Dr. Mary-Ellen MadiganDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Dr. Mary-Ellen Madigan, former director of enrollment management, about her 34-year career at Behrend. Originally recorded March 26, 2021. For captioned version, visit behrend.psu.edu/behrendtalks.
2021-04-1630 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastTeaching Through the Pandemic, with Dr. Pam SilverDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Dr. Pam Silver, associate dean of academic affairs, about the college's transition to remote and mixed-mode learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. Originally recorded March 5, 2021. For captioned version, visit behrend.psu.edu/behrendtalks.
2021-03-1933 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastEvolving a Business, with Ashleigh WaltersDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Ashleigh Walters, president of Onex Inc., about her new book, “Leading with Grit and Grace: A Journey in Organizational Culture Change.” Originally recorded February 3, 2021. For captioned version, visit behrend.psu.edu/behrendtalks.
2021-02-1925 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastResearch and MWRI-Erie, with Dr. Ivor KnightDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Dr. Ivor Knight, associate dean of research and graduate studies, about the importance of research and the partnership with the Magee-Womens Research Institute of Erie. Originally recorded January 6, 2021. For captioned version, visit behrend.psu.edu/behrendtalks.
2021-01-2229 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastFinancial Literacy with Dr. Greg FilbeckDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Dr. Greg Filbeck, director of Behrend's Black School of Business, about the school’s role in a financial literacy initiative at more than 400 high schools. Originally recorded December 9, 2020. For captioned version, visit behrend.psu.edu/behrendtalks.
2020-12-2529 min
We Question & LearnEp 24 - County Executive Kathy Dahlkemper and Greg Filbeck, Penn State BehrendThis WE QUESTION AND LEARN program will feature an interview with County Executive Kathy Dahlkemper who will talk about COVID-19 in Erie County and then other important programs for our community. Then Tom Talks with Doctor Greg Filbeck, Director of the Black School of Business and Samuel P. Black the III Professor of Finance and Risk Management at Penn State Behrend.
2020-12-0658 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastThe 2020 election with Dr. Robert SpeelDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Dr. Robert Speel, associate professor of political science, about the 2020 election and the transition ahead. Originally recorded November 12, 2020. For captioned version, visit behrend.psu.edu/behrendtalks.
2020-11-2729 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastCorporate and Community Stewardship with Tim NeCastroDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Tim NeCastro, president and CEO of Erie Insurance, about the company's commitment to community engagement and corporate stewardship. Erie Insurance was named Penn State University's 2020 Corporate Partner of the Year. Originally recorded October 12, 2020. For captioned version, visit behrend.psu.edu/behrendtalks.
2020-10-3031 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastCivility in Politics with Former Gov. Tom RidgeDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with former Gov. Tom Ridge, the first secretary of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, about civility in politics, the Black Lives Matter movement, and the 2020 presidential election. Originally recorded September 16, 2020. For captioned version, visit behrend.psu.edu/behrendtalks.
2020-10-0641 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastMental Health during COVID-19 with Dr. Melanie Hetzel-RigginDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, talks with Dr. Melanie Hetzel-Riggin, professor of psychology, about the mental-health challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic. Originally recorded August 24, 2020. For captioned version, visit behrend.psu.edu/behrendtalks.
2020-09-1030 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastEconomic Impact of COVID-19 with Dr. Ken LouieDr. Ralph Ford, chanellor of Penn State Behrend, discusses the local and national economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic with Dr. Ken Louie, associate professor of economics and director of Behrend's Economic Research Institute of Erie. Originally recorded July 28, 2020.
2020-08-1032 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastReturn-to-Campus PlanningDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, speaks with Dr. Ken Miller, senior director of administration and student affairs, and others about plans for returning to campus. Additional guests are Dr. Marty Kociolek, director of the School of Science; Emily Cassano, chair of Behrend's Faculty Senate and Council and assistant teaching professor of theatre, music, and visual arts; and Michelle Hartmann, director of Community and Workforce Programs. Originally recorded July 10, 2020.
2020-07-1337 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastSustainability with Dr. Sherri MasonDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, speaks with Dr. Sherri "Sam" Mason, sustainability coordinator at Behrend and a leading researcher in freshwater plastic pollution. Part of Mason’s job is implementing the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals at Behrend. Originally recorded June 12, 2020.
2020-06-1729 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastAccounting and Athletics with Dr. Chuck BrownDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, speaks with Dr. Chuck Brown, associate professor of accounting and associate director of Behrend's Black School of Business. Brown, who also serves as faculty athletics representative to the NCAA, received a 2020 Milton S. Eisenhower Award for Distinguished Teaching. Originally recorded May 12, 2020.
2020-05-2229 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastDesigning a COVID-19 Face Shield with Jason WilliamsDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, speaks with Jason Williams, assistant teaching professor of engineering and head of the Medical Plastics Center of Excellence at Behrend. Williams helped design a new COVID-19 face shield that is being produced in Erie. Originally recorded April 17, 2020.
2020-04-2429 min
Up and Coming with Coach StittChris Klimchock Assistant MBB Coach at Penn State BehrendCoach Klimchock is just finishing up his 4th season at Penn State Behrend. In his coaching career he has been a part of 3 DIII NCAA Tournament teams and has seen tons of success. We had a great talk about some things that have helped the 3 programs he has worked with reach those heights and how his current school has maintained there success under Head Coach Dave Niland.
Book: Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz
Podcast: Undercover Coaches Podcast by Andy Stark
Twitter+IG: @ChrisKlimchock
Email: chris.klimchock@gmail.com
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2020-04-2044 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastSchool of Science with Dr. Marty KociolekDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, speaks with Dr. Marty Kociolek, director of the School of Science at Behrend. Originally recorded March 13, 2020.
2020-04-0329 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastNursing with Dr. Carolynn MastersDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, speaks with Dr. Carolynn Masters, associate teaching professor of nursing. Originally recorded July 5, 2019.
2020-03-0929 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastYouth Education Outreach with Melanie FordDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, speaks with Melanie Ford, director of Youth Education Outreach and the Engineering K-12 Outreach Center at Penn State Behrend. Melanie Ford is also an assistant teaching professor of computer science and software engineering. Originally recorded August 9, 2019.
2020-03-0929 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastErie Hall with Dr. Ken MillerDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, speaks with Dr. Ken Miller, senior director, administration and student affairs, about the plans to replace Erie Hall on the Behrend campus. Originally recorded August 30, 2019.
2020-03-0929 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastMagee-Womens Research Institute PartnershipDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, discusses the Behrend and Magee-Womens Research Institute partnership with Charles "Boo" Hagerty, chief development officer of Hamot Health Foundation, and Michael J. Annichine, chief executive officer of MWRI. Originally recorded Sept. 3, 2019.
2020-03-0929 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastMark Rose, of Lord Corp.Dr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, speaks with Mark Rose, director of aerospace operations at Lord Corp. An Erie native, Rose has managed several Lord facilities in the Erie region as well as in Dayton, Ohio. He also has served as vice chairman of the Industrial Advisory Board for Penn State Behrend’s Master of Manufacturing Management program. Originally recorded October 25, 2019.
2020-03-0929 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastPolitics with Dr. Lena Surzhko-HarnedDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, speaks with Dr. Lena Surzhko-Harned, assistant teaching professor of political science, about U.S.-Ukraine relations as well as other political topics. Surzhko-Harned's research focuses on comparative politics and the politics of the post-Soviet space. Originally recorded November 22, 2019.
2020-03-0929 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastAlumni Relations with Kevin MooreDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, speaks with Kevin Moore, director of Development and Alumni Relations. Originally recorded December 20, 2019.
2020-03-0929 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastJoe Snyder, of Process and Data AutomationDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, speaks with Joe Snyder, president of Process and Data Automation. Originally recorded January 17, 2020.
2020-03-0929 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastStudent Government Association with John JareckiDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, speaks with John Jarecki, president of Behrend's Student Government Association. Originally recorded February 14, 2020.
2020-03-0929 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastFormer Governor Tom RidgeDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, speaks with Tom Ridge, former governor of Pennsylvania and the first secretary of Homeland Security. Originally recorded February 28, 2019.
2020-03-0629 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastMatt Totzke, CEO of Larson TextsDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, speaks with Matt Totzke, CEO of Larson Texts. Totzke earned a bachelor's degree in mathematics with a concentration in computer science from Penn State Behrend in 1996. Originally recorded April 16, 2019.
2020-03-0629 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastSusan Hirt Hagen CORE with James HodgeDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, speaks with Dr. James J. Hodge, director of the Susan Hirt Hagen Center for Community Outreach, Research, and Evaluation (CORE) at Penn State Behrend. Originally recorded May 10, 2019.
2020-03-0629 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastMath Education with Dr. Courtney NagleDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, speaks with Dr. Courtney Nagle, associate professor of mathematics education. Originally recorded June 7, 2019.
2020-03-0629 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastInnovation Commons with Jake MarshDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, speaks with Jake Marsh, industry relations coordinator at Penn State Behrend, about the Innovation Commons. Originally recorded November 23, 2018.
2020-03-0629 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastBusiness with Dr. Diane ParenteDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, speaks with Dr. Diane H. Parente, professor of management. Originally recorded February 15, 2019.
2020-03-0629 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastIntrieri Fund with Dr. Timothy KrauseDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, speaks with Dr. Timothy Krause, assistant professor of finance and director of the Intrieri Family Student Managed Fund. Originally recorded January 18, 2019.
2020-03-0629 minBehrend Talks: A Penn State PodcastPublic Policy Fund with Caitlin HanderhanDr. Ralph Ford, chancellor of Penn State Behrend, speaks with Caitlin Handerhan, executive director of the Public Policy Fund at Penn State Behrend. Originally recorded December 21, 2018.
2020-03-0629 min
One Question Leadership PodcastBrian Streeter | Director of Athletics | Penn State - BehrendBrian Streeter, Director of Athletics at Penn State - Behrend, visits with @TaiMBrown on the 1.Question Podcast to discuss the benefits of longevity and continuity at one institution. Streeter has been at Penn State - Behrend for 21 years, with coaches on staff that have been there for longer than he has. During his tenure, he has added 16 sports to the portfolio. The conversation touches on avoiding complacency by realizing every year as a new year and being fair to every sport, coach, and student-athlete.
2018-03-2313 min