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Uncommon Women for An Uncommon Time

Uncommon Women for An Uncommon Time is a Mount Saint Mary's University-based podcast by Women's Leadership and Student Engagement. The podcast is centered around the 4 core principles of Mount Leads, with the intention to share Athenian leadership stories and is hosted by Erika McKissick. Podcast Disclaimer: Reference to any specific product or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by Mount Saint Mary's University. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of the of them or any entity they represent.

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Uncommon Women, For an Uncommon Time podcast, is centered around the 4 core principles of Mount Leads, with the intention to share Athenian leadership stories. In this episode, we talk to Laura Nario, Coordinator for Student Engagement on what leadership means and advice that can be useful in their positions and careers. Is taking a step back for your well being as a leader considered selfish? What are things leaders should be doing right now? 

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Uncommon Women, For an Uncommon Time podcast, is centered around the 4 core principles of Mount Leads, with the intention to share Athenian leadership stories. In this episode, we talk to Andrea Cortave, undergraduate student who focuses on the importance of being a leader in and outside the Mount community. Listen for advice and insight of what an Athenian Leader is. Is there a specific way Athenian Leaders should lead? 

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Uncommon Women, For an Uncommon Time podcast, is centered around the 4 core principles of Mount Leads, with the intention to share Athenian leadership stories. In this episode, we talk to Jennifer Sakurai, Associate Director of Communications and Storyteller. Listen for advice from a storyteller and topics about amazing authors Sakurai enjoys, Amy Tan, Banana Yoshimoto, Shakespeare, and more! How much power do books contain for a reader and writer? 

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Uncommon Women, For an Uncommon Time podcast, is centered around the 4 core principles of Mount Leads, with the intention to share Athenian leadership stories. In this episode, we talk to Cristina Lopez, Student Services Specialist on what Leading Behind the Scenes means. How do we lead in community/organization? 

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Uncommon Women, For an Uncommon Time podcast, is centered around the 4 core principles of Mount Leads, with the intention to share Athenian leadership stories. In this episode, we talk to Summer Woods, an undergraduate student at MSMU (now alum). How can you practice self-care as a student? What techniques can we use? How important is self-care?

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Uncommon Women, For an Uncommon Time podcast, is centered around the 4 core principles of Mount Leads, with the intention to share Athenian leadership stories. In this episode, we talk to Yasmine Velez, an undergrad student majoring in Psychology about how to care for ourself in different ways. The importance of caring and paying attention to our body, mind, and spirit. What can we do to care for all three? 

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Uncommon Women, For an Uncommon Time podcast, is centered around the 4 core principles of Mount Leads, with the intention to share Athenian leadership stories. In this episode, we talk to Dr. Kimberly Nao, Faculty and Director of Induction and Instructional Leadership. The importance of celebrating women, women of color, and queer women for their achievements. How does social media portray women of color, BLM movement, and achievements of women. 

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Uncommon Women, For an Uncommon Time podcast, is centered around the 4 core principles of Mount Leads, with the intention to share Athenian leadership stories. In this episode, we talk to Jennie Ekpa, who teaches us about the different accomplishments and struggles in film industries. Is collaboration important in industries? How can we remove ourselves from unhealthy environments? 

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Uncommon Women, For an Uncommon Time podcast, is centered around the 4 core principles of Mount Leads, with the intention to share Athenian leadership stories. In this episode, we talk to Kimberly Terrill, Professor and Director of Career and Professional Development. How do we continue to develop ourselves professionally during the pandemic? What steps should we take to be prepared for our next job? Listen for professional advice and to know what employers make ask you. 

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Uncommon Women, For an Uncommon Time podcast, is centered around the 4 core principles of Mount Leads, with the intention to share Athenian leadership stories. In this episode, we talk to Dr. Laura Crow, (MSMU alum and recorded while serving as the Dean of Student Life) about doing the greater good in life. Do you go along with it or create your own path? What steps do we take to have justice for those struggling? 

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Uncommon Women, For an Uncommon Time podcast, is centered around the 4 core principles of MountLeads, with the intention to share Athenian leadership stories. In this episode, we talk to Maryann Nguyen, Assistant Director for Civility and Student Affairs. We focus on the importance of strategic thinking and how to grow as leaders.  

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Uncommon Women, For an Uncommon Time podcast, is centered around the 4 core principles of MountLeads, with the intention to share Athenian leadership stories. In this episode, we talk to Dean Jessica Cuevas. What's the difference of being spiritual and religious? What does one have to do to feel spiritually fulfilled? 

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Uncommon Women, For an Uncommon Time podcast, is centered around the 4 core principles of MountLeads, with the intention to share Athenian leadership stories. In this episode, we talk to Dr. Emerald Archer, Associate Professor and Director of the Center for the Advancement of Wome. Discussions and advice of what a leader looks like and the internal growth of a leader. 

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Uncommon Women, For an Uncommon Time podcast, is centered around the 4 core principles of MountLeads, with the intention to share Athenian leadership stories. In this episode we talk to Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs, Dr. Rosalyn Kempf. Dr. Roz how has the Mount principles helped students as staff grow as leaders? Has it become a success for the University? 

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Uncommon Women, For an Uncommon Time podcast, is centered around the 4 core principles of Mount Leads, with the intention to share Athenian leadership stories. In this episode, we talk to the Student Government Association President and Leadership Scholar, Helen Umana. What legacy do you leave behind? What does that look like to you, and how do you accomplish this? This episode is inspired by the Mount Leads principle, Active Citizenship

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Uncommon Women, For an Uncommon Time podcast, is centered around the 4 core principles of Mount Leads, with the intention to share Athenian leadership stories. In this episode, we talk to Vice President for Student Affairs, Dr. Linda McMurdock. The pandemic has been different for everyone, but listen to the podcast to learn ways can we cope. How can we continue to progress when times feel uncertain? This episode is inspired by the Mount Leads principle, Awareness of Self and Personal Wellness.

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Uncommon Women, For an Uncommon Time podcast, is centered around the 4 core principles of Mount Leads, with the intention to share Athenian leadership stories. In this episode, we talk with Student Government Association Resident Senator and Leadership Scholar, Nishat Salsabil. How do we use our voice to champion ourselves and for others in our community? This episode is related to the Active Citizenship Mount Leads principle. 

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Uncommon Women, For an Uncommon Time podcast, is centered around the 4 core principles of Mount Leads, with the intention to share Athenian leadership stories. In this episode, we talk to Gaile Krause, Assistant Director of Campus Ministry. We have a personal conversation about leadership potential, and how we can share this potential. Everyone Has the Capacity to Lead is a Mount leads leadership belief. 

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Uncommon Women, For an Uncommon Time, is a podcast centered around the 4 core principles of Mount Leads, with the intention to share Athenian leadership stories. In this episode, we talk to Chalon Resident Assistant and leadership scholar, Emily Garcia. We discuss the ways in which leadership can be learned and what lessons we take with us. Leadership can be learned is a Mount leads leadership belief. 

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Uncommon Women, For an Uncommon Time, is a podcast centered around the 4 core principles of Mount Leads, with the intention to share Athenian leadership stories. In this episode, we talk to exceptional Mount leader Jayleen Ramos. Listen to our conversation surrounding how leadership comes to you in many forms. Leadership Comes in Many Forms is a Mount Leads Leadership Belief. 

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Uncommon Women, For an Uncommon Time podcast, is centered around the 4 core principles of Mount Leads, with the intention to share Athenian leadership stories. In this episode, we talk to the Interim Director of Women’s Leadership and Student Government Association Advisor, Chinako Belanger. We discuss forging our own pathways, how do we ensure that we are being equitable? While also being sure that we are given equitable opportunities as well. 

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Uncommon Women, For an Uncommon Time podcast, is centered around the 4 core principles of Mount Leads, with the intention to share Athenian leadership stories. In this episode, we talk to Mount Saint Mary’s University president, Dr. Ann McElaney-Johnson. How do we use our past to navigate our present? Listen as we talk about taking the lessons we have learned and incorporating it into your everyday leadership and lifestyle.

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Uncommon Women, For an Uncommon Time podcast, is centered around the 4 core principles of Mount Leads, with the intention to share Athenian leadership stories. In this episode, we talk to Mount student leader, Stephanie Villasenor. What does being an active citizen look like, even in its simplest form?

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Uncommon Women, For an Uncommon Time podcast, is centered around the 4 core principles of Mount Leads, with the intention to share Athenian leadership stories. In this episode, we talk to Mount student and leadership scholar, Martha Gonzalez, about leadership coming in many different forms. Leadership is not one size fits all is a Mount Leads belief. 

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Uncommon Women, For an Uncommon Time podcast, is centered around the 4 core principles of Mount Leads, with the intention to share Athenian leadership stories. In this episode, we talk to the Assistant Director of Women's Leadership and Community Engagement, and Mount alum, Karla Guzman. Listen in to our conversation about all being called to lead, no matter the capacity.

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Uncommon Women, For an Uncommon Time podcast, is centered around the 4 core principles of Mount Leads, with the intention to share Athenian leadership stories. In this episode, we talk to Mount student and leadership scholar, Daniela Ahumada, about casting light. How can we brightly impact our peers, our community, and our society? Inspired by the Active Citizenship Mount Leads principle.

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Uncommon Women, For an Uncommon Time podcast, is centered around the 4 core principles of Mount Leads, with the intention to share Athenian leadership stories. In this episode, we talk to Dr. Aloha Buenaventura about casting light. How can we brightly impact our neighbor, our community, and our society? Inspired by the Active Citizenship Mount Leads principle.

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Uncommon Women, For an Uncommon Time podcast, is centered around the 4 core principles of Mount Leads, with the intention to share Athenian leadership stories. In this episode, we talk to student leader Angelica Crispin and Director of the CSJ Institute Shannon Green about being an ethical leader. This episode is inspired by the Mount Leads principle of ethical decision making and integrity.

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Uncommon Women, For an Uncommon Time podcast, is centered around the 4 core principles of Mount Leads, with the intention to share Athenian leadership stories. In this episode, we talk to Athenian Amber Figueroa about how leaders are made not born. Understanding the awareness of your self and how the steps you take for yourself is leadership in action.