UWO Now: Recent Episodes
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Biweekly conversations on today's most relevant issues with UWO faculty, staff, students and alumni.
UWO graduate John Krajnak is a Distinguished Alum. He is in charge of several theme and amusementparks in the Midwest: Six Flags Chicago, Six Flags St louis, Hurricane Harbor Chicago, HurricaneHarbor St. Lois, and Hurricane Harbor Rockford. He says it’s like being themayor of five cities.
UWO graduate Katie Rasoul is a leadership coach, keynotespeaker, and team culture expert helping leaders change the world through hercompany, Team Awesome. This includes helping them understand an employees needto have a sense of belonging in the workplace.
Colleges and universities across the United States arefacing challenging times brought on by reduced state support, bad financialdecisions, and a new generation that questions the value of a college degree.
Ed Martini, Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairsat UW Oshkosh discusses higher education trends and challenges.
Going to the grocery store to buy fruit and vegetables is acommon activity for most of us but for many, transportation or access tohealthy food choices is limited or non-existent. UWO graduate, Maurice “Mo”Wince is addressing the issue of food insecurity in Milwaukee Wisconsin.
The COVID-19 pandemic forced healthcare providers to makefundamental changes in healthcare delivery. UWO Distinguished Alum, TeresaConnolly is Associate Vice President, International Delivery Services for MayoClinic. She was on the frontline when healthcare providers adjusted. Shediscusses healthcare then and now.
Mobile phones are ubiquitous in society. They have made iteasier to connect with people around the world. But they have helped inhibitcommunication with the person right next to you. UWO Communications StudiesAssistant Professor, Ryan Allred, PhD talks about the pitfalls of mobile phonesand interpersonal communication.
UWO Distinguished Alumni Award recipient Jeni Asaba provesthere is value in a college degree. She has taken her skills and applied them indifferent careers and in each community where she has lived. Her impactstretches from the Bronx, New York to Uganda. Asaba describes the improbable pathshe has followed since graduating.
A community’s chamber of commerce has many roles. Universityof Wisconsin Oshkosh graduate Rob Kleman discusses the important relationshipbetween the Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce, the city of Oshkosh, and educationalinstitutions like UWO.
It is estimated that one third of the human population willbe forced to relocate at some point due to changes in climate. Find out more aboutclimate change and migration with guests Stephanie Spehar, Director of the UWO SustainabilityInstitute for Regional Transformations and Professor of English, DouglasHaynes.
Pollution in the ecosystem affects us all. There is astaggering number of pollutants in our waterways. Gregory Kleinheinz, Chair ofthe UWO Department of Engineering Technology and Chair of the EnvironmentalResearch and Innovation Center discusses what he and students have foundskimming local waterways.
The University of Wisconsin Oshkosh is a leader in sustainability.UWO received the U.S. Department of Education Green Ribbon SchoolsPostsecondary Sustainability Award. Campus Sustainability Director, BradSpanbauer discusses the sustainability goals of the University and howindividuals can make their homes more sustainable.
The University of Wisconsin Oshkoshrecognizes alumni for their excellent work. We meet five of the eleven 2023honorees.
Usually, advances in technology are met with applause. However,some recent advances bring with them serious questions about their impact onsociety. UWO Information Systems Professor, MichaelPatton explores some of the issues surrounding generative AI and Tik Tok.
The University of Wisconsin System surveyed students about free speech on campus and their knowledge of the First Amendment. WendellRay explores the survey results and other First Amendment topics with UWOCommunications Studies professor Tony Palmieri.
Michael Ford, an associate public administration professorat the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh and director of the Whitburn Center forGovernance and Policy Research, discusses the impact of partisan politics onlocal governments.
Critical Race Theory is a hot topic in some political circles even though it seems few people know what it is. Dr. Alphonso Simpson, Jr. is the director of the African-American Studies program at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh and the vice president of The National Council of African-American Studies. Dr. Simpson explains CRT and why he believes it has become a topic discussed in many state legislatures.
Wendy Lewis is a former Major League Baseball HR executive and the former Global Chief Diversity Officer for McDonald's. She is uniquely qualified to lead and coach organizations in the area of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Lewis discusses her career path and the issues and obstacles organizations face with DEI.
The UWO LGBTQ+ Resource Center is a place to experience belonging, allyship and advocacy. Interim director, Maddy Wiles and senior Shouacua Xiong discuss the issues confronting the LGBTQ+ community and the role the Resource Center.
A new survey published on psychiatrist.com finds that "an astounding 42% of those born between 1990 and 2010 - Gen Z - have been diagnosed with a mental health condition." What concerns Gen Z and how do they handle life away from home...like on a college campus? Nathan A. Scott, Associate Vice Chancellor for Campus Life at UW Oshkosh and Leah Folks, Interim Director of the UW Oshkosh Counseling Center discuss what UWO is doing to make its campus a supportive place.
The costs of goods and services have been climbing due to inflation. But what is inflation? What causes inflation? When will it end? Dr. David Fuller, Professor of Economics in the College of Business at UW Oshkosh provides the answers.
Is attending college an aspiration for Gen Z? University of Wisconsin Oshkosh Associate Vice Chancellor and Dean of Students Dr. Jasmine Buxton is an experienced advocate for college students. She discusses how to meet the needs and expectations of today's college student.
UWO graduate Janet Tierney works with some of the largest and most innovative companies in the world. She still has to help them with their technology strategy.
Hackers have countless ways to disrupt computer networks that affect businesses and government agencies. UWO alum, Peter Morgan is a cyber supply chain expert and winner of the inaugural Black Hat Innovation Spotlight competition. Morgan discusses how hackers penetrate systems and what you can do to protect your personal information online.
In 2023, we will mark the 30th anniversary of the release of"Jurassic Park". What did that film teach us about dinosaurs? Whatwould T-Rex look like today? UWO vertebrate paleontologist, Dr. Joseph E. Petersondiscusses what scientists know now. Also, he describes new discoveries from hisdinosaur digs in Utah with UWO students.
A shortage of nurses threatens healthcare delivery in the United States. UWO's College of Nursing is working hard to train and prepare the next generation of nurses.
Dr. Teri Gee, director of the Barlow Planetarium discusses the NASA Artemis program, the James Webb Space Telescope and more.
Host and WRST-FM general manager Wendell Ray chats with UWO associate anthropology professor Jordan Karsten about archeological digs in Ukraine and working with law enforcement on cold cases.
UWO has an award winning Model Nations team. We explore the reasons for their success with UWO Political Science professor, Dr. Tracy Slagter. Later in the episode Dr. Slagter explains the issues that led to Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Alumni are important to any college or university. Christine Gantner discusses how UWO engages its alumni and then Dr. Joseph Scheivert discusses his unique path to UWO and the Titan Thunder Marching Band.
UWO Acting Police Chief Chris Tarmann is an expert trainer helping law enforcement agencies, organizations, and campuses across the country prepare for an active shooter. Joseph Peterson, PhD tells what happened when an active shooter entered his NIU classroom.
UWO Acting Police Chief Chriss Tarmann is an expert trainer helping law enforcement agencies, organizations, and campuses across the country prepare for and active shooter. Joseph Peterson, Phd tells what happened when an active shooter entered his NIU classroom.
The Royal Family has immense wealth much of which was gained during centuries of exploitation and colonialization. How does that sit with Brits today?
Those outside of the U.K. may wonder why The Royal Family continues to hold its position. Will traditions change under King Chares?
What is the fascination with the Royal Family? Now that Queen Elizabeth ll is dead, will King Charles continue with traditions or blaze a new trail? Dr. Michael Rutz, Chair of the History Department at UWO will discuss this and more with host Wendell Ray.
Are today's college students different? If so, what are their needs? What has been the impact of COVID-19 on education? The ripple effect has not been felt, but it is coming. We also discuss President Biden's Student Debt Relief.
Chancellor Leavitt discusses the many successes experienced by UWO faculty, the debut of Titan Thunder Marching Band and UWO's relationship with the Oshkosh community.