Credible Sources episode 22 is now available! This episode revisits Dr. Sam Humphrey and Dr. Laurie Balsano Wright, the first two graduates from National University's Ed.D. in Organizational Innovation in the Sanford College of Education. They share highlights from their journey through the doctoral program, the challenges they faced, and the support they received from their families and from National University's academic services. Hear about where they are now, their excitement for the next phase of learning and professional growth, and the value of their doctoral journey. View it here.
Credible Sources episode 21 is now available! For this special episode, we shine a spotlight on leaders and support staff at National University featured on previous episodes of the Credible Sources podcast. These remarkable individuals are shattering glass ceilings, championing transformative initiatives, strengthening student success, and serving as powerful role models. View it here.
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, so in case you missed it, we wanted to take a minute to mention the latest episode of the library's Credible Sources podcast where we talk with the "Doctor of Digital Hygiene", Mansi Thakar, about cybersecurity and hackers. Check it out here. #ICYMI
Credible Sources episode 20 is out! In this episode of the library's video podcast, we chat with Mansi Thakar about cybersecurity and debunk some of the myths and stereotypes associated with hackers. Often referred to as the "Doctor of Digital Hygiene," Mansi is a dedicated faculty member at National University for the Bachelor of Science and Master of Science Cybersecurity programs. View the episode here.
Episode 19 of the Credible Sources podcast is now available! This episode focuses on the Academic Engagement & Support team at National University, highlighting the comprehensive services they offer to support student success at the undergraduate and graduate levels for all programs. The podcast draws parallels between academic and athletic success, emphasizing the importance of a support network in achieving goals, and underscores the vital role of the Academic Success Center (ASC), the Library, and The Commons in providing wraparound support to students at National University. View the episode here.
In the library's previous episode of Credible Sources, we heard from two NU staff members, OER and Curriculum Support Librarian Hannah White and Learning Experience Designer Katie Ryan, about the course development process. In episode 17, we continue the conversation as we dig a bit deeper into the development process, including a unique story of how the Learning Experience Designer assigned to a course had her professional and personal life merge positively, culminating in a collaboration with the 3D Innovations Lab at Rady Children’s Hospital in San Diego. View it here.
The latest episode of the library's video podcast, Credible Sources, is now available. In this episode, titled “Collaboration and Partnerships: The Catalyst for Student Success”, we hear from two NU staff members on the collaborative efforts to reduce the cost of learning materials and design courses that inspire our students.
Supporting our students' academic journey at National University is a collaborative effort that takes coordination, especially when it comes to course development. We’ll look at how the library is fully engaged and integrated into the course design and development process, and how we ramped up our support for faculty course authors during 2023 with our OER and Curriculum Support team. We’ll also hear from a Learning Experience Designer on the NU Learning Experience (LeX) Team.
Credible Sources episode 15 is now available! In this episode, we’ll hear recent comments from leading voices on artificial intelligence at National University, including Dr. Brian Arnold (Department Chair of GSET, Sanford College of Education), Dr. Jodi Reeves (Department Chair, Data Science), Dr. Susan Zukowski (VP of Professional and Continuing Education, Workforce Education Solutions), and Dr. Steve Johnson (Senior VP Innovation).
Comments come from the August 2023 Community Town Hall, the Ethical Approach to ChatGPT webinar from April 2023, and Unraveling the Wonders of AI and ChatGPT presented by CSEA, The Center for Student Engagement and Activities at National University from August 2023.
Make sure to also check out the library's Artificial Intelligence guide, which is designed to help answer questions and provide resources regarding AI, ChatGPT, Large Language Models, and their relationship to academics.
View Credible Sources episode 15 here.
