UMBC Mic'd Up
83 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago -UMBC Mic'd Up Podcast welcomes faculty, students, alumni, and industry thought leaders to share their insights and UMBC experiences.
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Professional Development in Biotechnology
May 13, 2022 19:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBThe world of Biotechnology is transforming every day. Keeping up on the latest trends and research is a must for biotech professionals who want to create impact in an ever-changing landscape. Advancements in technology are happening quickly and creating vast opportunities for professionals seeking to develop or enhance their career in biotechnology. In this episode, Dr. Antonio Moreira talks us through the latest trends, the advances, and the needs of this industry. He also shares informatio...
A Career That Impacts the Lives of Others
May 06, 2022 12:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBOne of the greatest feelings a professional can experience is knowing the work they put out in the world impacts the lives of others. Dvija Maurer '20, M.A. Instructional Systems Development, embarked on a journey of learning at UMBC to progress toward a career credential that allowed her the opportunity to learn and grow in her chosen field of working in support of the United States Coast Guard in their training program. In this podcast episode, we chat about the many facets of a career i...
A Career That Impacts the Lives of Others
May 06, 2022 12:00 - 27 minutes - 18.7 MBOne of the greatest feelings a professional can experience is knowing the work they put out in the world impacts the lives of others. Dvija Maurer '20, M.A. Instructional Systems Development, embarked on a journey of learning at UMBC to progress toward a career credential that allowed her the opportunity to learn and grow in her chosen field of working in support of the United States Coast Guard in their training program. In this podcast episode, we chat about the many facets of a career i...
Expanding on Skills with Project Management
March 29, 2022 14:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBOne of the greatest benefits of engaging in a learning experience is being able to take what is newly acquired and bring its value to the real world. We sat down and chatted with recent graduate Ally Hepp '21, P.B.C. Project Management about what she learned in her time studying at UMBC and how it's helped her gain a greater grasp on the role of project management as it relates to her position. Tune in now! About UMBC's P.B.C. in Project Management The Project Management certificate pr...
Excited to Enter the IO Psychology Field
March 04, 2022 17:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBThe field of IO Psychology is a great place for professionals who thrive in analyzing issues and providing potential solutions. Saad Arshad '21, M.P.S. IO Psychology, enjoyed this aspect of his capstone experience. "What intrigued me the most about the field of IO psychology was studying an organization and then being able to diagnose and solve a problem. I enjoyed working with teams of people as we figured out the problems and following through with a strategic plan to solve them." Tune ...
Bringing New Skills to a Current Professional Role
February 23, 2022 14:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MBBringing value to a current role is one of the greatest benefits of embarking on an educational journey to learn and grow as a professional. Cindy Greenwood '21, P.B.C. Community Leadership, transferred the new skills she gained in her experience with the Community Leadership graduate program at UMBC into her current role as assistant director with UMBC's Center for Women in Technology. Learn more about Cindy's experience in this episode of UMBC's Mic'd Up Podcast. About UMBC's Community...
Applying an Ethical Lens to Data Science
February 14, 2022 18:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MBBhavika Chavda ’21, M.P.S. Data Science joins us for this episode of UMBC's Mic'd Up and shares her experience with entering into the data science world and working with an ethical lens. She shared, "As data scientists, we have a lot of responsibility on us. We make or break platforms. We can make people's lives by using the data and we can break their lives by using their data incorrectly. At UMBC, they train us how not to take advantage of the data. ? Data science is not just about the da...
Taking Stock in the Educational Journey
February 02, 2022 18:00 - 25 minutes - 17.7 MBSucceeding in the engineering world as a leader is about having really great mentors, a strong framework, and a process for managing business and projects. Troy Venuto '21, M.S. Engineering Management, shared his reflection of the journey he took from the engineering world, to the fitness world and then back to the engineering world. "In the educational journey, it's the learning that you take away and the increased efficacy you will have, and maybe a little bit some justification for want...
Thriving in the Tech World
January 19, 2022 19:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBTo get a true sense of the power of data and technology, one has to place themselves into the real world and apply it. It’s only then that they get to witness firsthand how the two combine to form critical answers to today’s top questions. Sandra Pinto Vera ’21, M.P.S. Data Science searched for an opportunity to do just that. "What I expected to get out of the UMBC Data Science Master’s Professional Studies program was a hands on experience and the opportunity to expand my data science skil...
Bringing Her A-Game to The Engineering World
January 06, 2022 20:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MBThe journey that leads to any success story starts with a strong inner drive to be the best you can be. Reuneshia Williams, a graduate student in UMBC's Engineering Management program, has that kind of drive and determination. She made it very clear in this conversation how important she believes it is for people to keep their focus on becoming an expert in their chosen field. Tune into this episode and be prepared to be inspired! To learn more about UMBC's Master's program in Engineer...
A Continuous Journey of Learning, Adapting, & Growth
December 16, 2021 14:00 - 20 minutes - 14.4 MB"If you want to be a leader, you have to understand how to navigate people, how to present yourself, and how to be professional. And the Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Leadership program at UMBC was monumental in getting me on the right path, and it's a continual journey." Stephen Sauser '20, M.P.S. Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Leadership Tune into this podcast to hear about Stephen's journey and what it takes to be a leader who innovates. To learn more about UMBC's M.P.S. in Entr...
From Internship to a New Data Science Job | UMBC Stories of Success
November 16, 2021 18:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MBThe goal of most graduate students is to learn new knowledge that they can apply in the workforce right away. Well our latest podcast guest, Tchuissi Mbu Nyamsi, achieved that goal when her UMBC Data Science internship turned into a new job! Tune into this episode of UMBC's Mic'D Up Podcast to listen to Tchuissi's UMBC experience and greatest takeaways.
From Internship to a New Data Science Job | UMBC Stories of Success
November 16, 2021 18:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MBThe goal of most graduate students is to learn new knowledge that they can apply in the workforce right away. Well our latest podcast guest, Tchuissi Mbu Nyamsi, achieved that goal when her UMBC Data Science internship turned into a new job! Tune into this episode of UMBC's Mic'D Up Podcast to listen to Tchuissi's UMBC experience and greatest takeaways.
An Entrepreneurial Adventure into Yoga and Wellness
November 01, 2021 18:00 - 26 minutes - 18.2 MBJoin us for this episode of UMBC's Mic'D Up Podcast featuring Elyse Preston, a graduate student in the Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Leadership Graduate Program at UMBC. We chat about her educational and entrepreneurial journeys and how they have led her to open her small business venture, https://BeMoreConnected.net. To learn more about UMBC's Graduate Programs in Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Leadership, visit: https://eil.umbc.edu
Prepared for Opportunities in Cybersecurity
September 10, 2021 17:00 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MBBeing prepared for opportunities when they arrive is something most every smart professional seeks. The time to prepare for opportunities in an industry like Cybersecurity is now so that when those opportunities present themselves, you are ready. For this episode of UMBC's Mic'd Up Podcast, we chat with Anthony Fischetti '21, MPS Cybersecurity about how he prepared for the cybersecurity role he is in today. About UMBC's graduate programs in Cybersecurity Cybersecurity is a dynamic indust...
The Importance of Amplifying Community Voices
September 01, 2021 18:00 - 14 minutes - 10 MBAt UMBC, we love to hear the journey of how someone ends up in our programs. For Kiaron Bailey '21, M.P.S. Community Leadership, the reason she decided to study community leadership at UMBC was very clear. "I love volunteering. No matter what community I live in, I always try to give back to that community. I decided to do some research on how I can turn my passion of volunteerism into something I can do to help communities. And that's how I landed in the Community Leadership program." In ...
Primed to Pivot Professionally | UMBC Stories of Success
August 16, 2021 14:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBWhen it comes to career success, an agile mindset can take a professional to new levels. Michael Schlitzer '21, M.P.S. Data Science, understands this and is primed to pivot in his career journey into Data Science as a result. "Studying in the Data Science graduate program at UMBC at Shady Grove has changed the way I approach problems. The program has given me a whole new set of tools that have enabled me to transition in my way of looking at challenges." Tune in to hear about Michael's j...
Frustration is a Good Thing in Learning
July 15, 2021 13:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MBAt first sight of the the word frustration, most of us might not relate it to something positive. But Chuck Rainville '21, PBC, UMBC Data Science Graduate Program, feels it was instrumental in his learning. "The program teaches you that to be frustrated is a good thing. Oftentimes, you are right at the threshold of making a discovery. So, if you're feeling that, and I felt it a million times with every homework assignment, that's a good thing. Frustration is an exercise in growth." Tune i...
The Grace to Learn - A Community Leadership Perspective
July 12, 2021 18:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MBOne of the crucial things that community leadership does is it brings people from a lot of different lenses together. It opens up and makes possible conversations and allows for communities to find that common space where problems are addressed, understood, and can come closer to being solved. UMBC graduate student, Michele Conner shared this deeply important insight with us in a recent interview, as well as many more. Tune in to hear how community leadership has given her a new perspectiv...
Breaking Boundaries and Innovating in Biotechnology
June 01, 2021 15:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBIn this episode of UMBC's Mic'd Up Podcast, we're joined by Irina Ramos, Ph.D. to discuss breaking boundaries and innovating in Biotechnology. In her role as Senior Manager at AstraZeneca and as a UMBC graduate faculty member, she works hard to create impactful change in the world. About UMBC's Biotechnology Graduate Programs UMBC’s Biotechnology master’s degree is designed to provide students with the skills sought by the biotechnology industry. The curriculum offers advanced instruction...
A Program Designed for Instructional Designers | UMBC Mic'd Up
May 20, 2021 17:00 - 27 minutes - 18.9 MBThe Learning and Performance Technology Graduate Program (LAPT) at UMBC is specifically designed to help Instructional Designers learn and grow. The program is portfolio-based. This feature allows students to build a tangible working portfolio that becomes their intellectual property. From the very first course, the LAPT student engages with the field of ISD by designing their first design plan, the critical component to the ADDIE model of the ISD field. From that first course, students lear...
Weaving an Entrepreneurial Spirit into Science | An Alumna's Perspective
May 17, 2021 17:00 - 23 minutes - 16.2 MBIn this episode of UMBC's Mic'd Up Podcast, we welcome alumna, Natasha Wedderburn '17 & '20, MPS Biotechnology & MPS Entrepreneurship, Innovation, and Leadership, to chat about weaving an entrepreneurial spirit into science when it comes to the pursuit of a new venture in community gardening and composting. Learn more about Natasha's experiences here: https://www.coppin.edu/news/article/339/natasha_wedderburn_14_has_a_real_story_to_tell About UMBC's Biotech Graduate Program: UMBC’s Biotec...
Building a Community of Learners in ISD | UMBC Professional Programs
May 10, 2021 13:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MBWhen it comes to the field of Instructional Design, community and networking drive the success. When it comes down to ISD, we're all learners on various levels. Bridging the knowledge gap with well-thought out instruction is the key to dynamic transformations and continued to growth. Dr. Chuck Hodell, Associate Program Director and Lecturer in UMBC's Learning and Performance Technology Graduate Programs, joined us on this episode of UMBC's Mic'd Up to talk about the ISD field, its vast oppor...
The Art of Building a Legacy | UMBC Stories of Success
April 12, 2021 17:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBEver wonder what could happen when you decide to pursue something not for money, prestige, or advancement, but for the pure love of learning and sharing? Whenever passion drives you to make the world a better place than you found it, magic happens. Lives change. Communities form. Purpose drives you forward, a purpose to do better in a world that needs you. This was the catalyst for graduate student, Donald Drummer, of the UMBC Entrepreneurship, Innovation, & Leadership graduate program, to...
When an educational credential meets a real-world need.
April 06, 2021 17:00 - 12 minutes - 8.43 MBIf you’re a certified teacher and looking to up your credentials with a fulfilling, content-focused master’s degree, check out this interview from UMBC. You’ll learn all about what makes the Master of Arts in Education so valuable in the education world.
When an educational credential meets a real-world need.
April 06, 2021 17:00 - 12 minutes - 8.43 MBIf you’re a certified teacher and looking to up your credentials with a fulfilling, content-focused master’s degree, check out this interview from UMBC. You’ll learn all about what makes the Master of Arts in Education so valuable in the education world.
Overcoming Inequality in Baltimore City
March 09, 2021 15:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBWe sat down and chatted with Sally J. Scott, Program Director of UMBC’s Graduate Program in Community Leadership. We spoke about her recent contribution in a report she co-authored with Seema Iyer of the Jacob France Institute at the University of Baltimore titled Overcoming Barriers to Home Ownership in Baltimore City. Summary of the Report The report initially came out of a question that we were asked by the Abell Foundation, which was, “Could we help more people become homeowners in Bal...
Overcoming Inequality in Baltimore City
March 09, 2021 15:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBWe sat down and chatted with Sally J. Scott, Program Director of UMBC’s Graduate Program in Community Leadership. We spoke about her recent contribution in a report she co-authored with Seema Iyer of the Jacob France Institute at the University of Baltimore titled Overcoming Barriers to Home Ownership in Baltimore City. Summary of the Report The report initially came out of a question that we were asked by the Abell Foundation, which was, “Could we help more people become homeowners in Bal...
A Career with Impact - IO Psychology
March 03, 2021 12:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBThe field of IO Psychology is vast. From specialized focus to a more generalized strategic approach, IO Psychologists can impact organizations on many levels. Today, we’re joined by Dr. Leslie Overmyer-Day, an advisory board member of UMBC’s graduate program in IO Psychology and Senior Lead Technologist with Booz Allen Hamilton. Dr. Overmyer-Day shares insights on the dynamic nature of the IO Psychology field and ways students and professionals can prepare for a rewarding, successful car...
Engineering is a Team Sport
March 02, 2021 13:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBTune into this episode of UMBC’s Mic’D Up with special guest, Paul Martin, ESEP, CTT+, graduate faculty with UMBC’s Systems Engineering Graduate Program. He speaks with us today about the field of systems engineering and why it’s critical that we have really great systems engineers dedicated to finding ways to make the world a better place. This starts with having a team mindset because systems are not built within silos. It takes a concerted effort of many experts to bring systems together...
Engineering is a Team Sport
March 02, 2021 13:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBTune into this episode of UMBC’s Mic’D Up with special guest, Paul Martin, ESEP, CTT+, graduate faculty with UMBC’s Systems Engineering Graduate Program. He speaks with us today about the field of systems engineering and why it’s critical that we have really great systems engineers dedicated to finding ways to make the world a better place. This starts with having a team mindset because systems are not built within silos. It takes a concerted effort of many experts to bring systems together...
Health IT: Contributing in a Meaningful Way
February 26, 2021 17:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBThe Health IT field is extremely people-centered and produces a tangible outcome that impacts most everyone in society. The healthcare environment is rapidly changing, creating an ever-present need for qualified professionals to step up and contribute to important work that can make a true difference in the lives of others. Dr. Erin Van Dyke, graduate program director of UMBC’s Health Information Technology graduate program joined us for this episode of UMBC’s Mic’d Up Podcast. She shares ...
The Art of Failing Up in Engineering and in Life
February 24, 2021 14:00 - 31 minutes - 21.4 MB“Failing is a stepping stone to progress,” says UMBC graduate faculty instructor, Dr. John J. Johnson, IV. Behind every success story is a story of where someone learned a lesson and grew stronger from that. In this episode of UMBC’s Mic’D Up podcast, Dr. Johnson shares his insights on the field of engineering, how students can best succeed, and profound lessons he learned from learning to embrace the art of failing. Dr. Johnson credits his HBCU experience at Tuskegee Institute and growin...