Best Associate director for public relations Podcasts (2024)

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New Era for the Regional Homelessness Authority 29:30

13h ago29:30

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Send us a Text Message. Good news happens! This week’s episode features Dr. Kelly Kinnison, the new CEO of the King County Regional Homelessness Authority. Dr. Kinnison, a former Division director of the US Department of Health and Human Services, took over for the Authority earlier this month. She recently spoke to United Way of King County about …

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Back to School, Forward Progress 25:07

2h ago25:07

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Send us a Text Message. Good news happens! This week’s episode features a conversation with Gregory Davis of Rainier Beach Action Coalition, an organization that empowers its South Seattle community and helps kids across the region prepare for the upcoming school year. United Way of King County proudly supports Rainier Beach Action Coalition and it…

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Sharing Best Practices to Address Homelessness 15:00

13d ago15:00

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Send us a Text Message. More than one third of the people experiencing homelessness in the US live in West Coast states. Hear how United Way of King County and other United Ways on the West Coast spend time addressing the homelessness crisis. We’ll also discuss United Way’s Our Neighbor Fund and a volunteer Opportunity at Lambert House. Thanks for …

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For Local Nonprofits, We Help Put the “Go!” in Goals! 12:54

23d ago12:54

12:54

Send us a Text Message. Good news happens! And for some local nonprofits, we’ve helped make it happen from the very beginning. In this episode, we talk about how we’ve spent our time helping people launch or grow nonprofit organizations that serve the needs of our communities. We will also hear about United Way’s Our Neighbor Fund and our upcoming …

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Lonely? You're Not Alone 35:00

30d ago35:00

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Send us a Text Message. Good news happens! This episode is about addressing loneliness. It features a conversation with the US Surgeon General, who recently visited United Way-supported Red Eagle Soaring Youth Theater in Seattle as part of his national tour to spread the word about the epidemic of social isolation. We will also hear about United Wa…

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Our Free Summer Meals Program: There's Something for Everyone! 12:18

1M ago12:18

12:18

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, you'll hear how we spend our time providing free and nutritious meals to kids all summer long! Also, stick around to learn about United Way’s new Our Neighbor Fund and our upcoming event with the Seattle Mariners! Thanks for tuning in!By Joe Burris, associate director for public relations, United Way of King County

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Leaders, Emerging 22:15

1M ago22:15

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Send us a Text Message. Good news happens! Check out this conversation with Cristina Luevano-Santos of Emerging Leaders 365, a United Way of King County-sponsored group of young professionals who spend their time making a difference in our community. We will also hear about United Way’s Our Neighbor Fund and spotlight a local volunteer opportunity.…

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“Why Give to United Way?” and Other Questions We Get All the Time: An FAQ 24:44

2M ago24:44

24:44

Send us a Text Message. Want to know more about us and our work? This episode features answers to 10 of the most frequently asked questions we receive from donors and donor prospects. We will also hear about United Way’s Our Neighbor Fund and spotlight a volunteer opportunity. Thanks for tuning in!By Joe Burris, associate director for public relations, United Way of King County

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Progressive Leadership for Our Area 21:28

2M ago21:28

21:28

Send us a Text Message. Good news happens! In this episode, we chat with Teresa Mosqueda, current King County and former City of Seattle Council member, who, like United Way, spends time addressing issues such as housing, food insecurity, and access to resources. We will also spotlight United Way’s new Our Neighbor Fund and hear about a local volun…

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School's Out, TIPS is In! 20:40

2M ago20:40

20:40

Send us a Text Message. Good news happens! In this episode, we chat with Meghan Barnes of Teens in Public Service, a Seattle-based organization that hires young adult leaders for paid community service internships and pairs them with nonprofit organizations over the summer. United Way of King County proudly spotlights Teens in Public Service, which…

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What is EDI, and what role does it play in Seattle’s future? 17:33

2M ago17:33

17:33

Send us a Text Message. We chat with members of two United Way-supported organizations about the city’s Equitable Development Initiative, which was launched in 2016 to help address the displacement of people of color from Seattle’s once-affordable neighborhoods. Both Jessica Juarez-Wagner of Potlatch Fund and Wyking Garrett of Africatown Community …

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Mentors Matter: Hazel Cameron of 4-C Coalition Honored 27:02

3M ago27:02

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we chat with the co-founder and director of the Seattle-based mentorship group. On June 12, Cameron will receive the Sound Generations 2024 Inspire Positive Aging Award for her service to the community. United Way of King County proudly supports the 4-C Coalition and honors Cameron for the time she spends ma…

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When Our Children's First Teachers Become Their Best Advocates 15:57

3M ago15:57

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Send us a Text Message. This episode features a conversation with Regina Elmi, co-founder and executive director of Supporting Partnerships in Education and Beyond (SPEB). This Renton-based organization believes all children’s success depends upon strong partnerships between parents, schools, and community members. United Way of King County proudly…

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Class Time and Community During COVID 27:27

3M ago27:27

27:27

Send us a Text Message. This month marks the one-year anniversary of the end of the COVID-19 pandemic. Hourglass looks back at how COVID-19 impacted local students in and out of the classroom and how a United Way-funded coalition of nonprofits aided young people, families, and communities during the pandemic. In the photo are four students from two…

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Keeping Our Youth Active 22:38

3M ago22:38

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Send us a Text Message. There's more to movement than exercise and sports! This episode features a conversation with Sarah Sense-Wilson and Kayla Harstad of Urban Native Education Alliance, a Seattle-based organization that immerses generations of Indigenous youth in education, culture, and tradition. United Way is proud to support Urban Native Edu…

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"Hope and Opportunity in Over 40 Languages" 23:53

4M ago23:53

23:53

Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we chat with Leslie Stone, the youth development director for Asian Counseling and Referral Service of Seattle. For more than 50 years, Asian Counseling and Referral Service, or ACRS, has offered a broad array of behavioral health programs, human services, and civic engagement activities for Asian Americans,…

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Technology. Access. 19:39

4M ago19:39

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we chat with Sherry Williams, the executive director of operations for Technology Access Foundation, a Seattle-based organization that provides STEM education for underserved students and support for educators of color. United Way of King County proudly supports Technology Access Foundation and how it spends…

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Here’s how the University of Utah will showcase using AI responsibly 20:41

3M ago20:41

20:41

The University of Utah has long been at the center of revolutions in technology, from development of the internet to innovations in graphic computing. Now the U is poised to take the same leading role with artificial intelligence. In this episode of U Rising, host Chris Nelson talks to Professor Manish Parashar, who is overseeing the university's R…

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“Nothing About Us Without Us” 24:31

4M ago24:31

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Send us a Text Message. This episode features a conversation with Nicole Barker of Open Doors for Multicultural Families, a Kent-based organization that envisions a world where all individuals with intellectual developmental disabilities and their families thrive in an inclusive society of their own design. United Way of King County proudly support…

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Pro Bono Initiative: Serving our community with free legal help 25:50

4M ago25:50

25:50

The Pro Bono Initiative at the University of Utah’s S.J. Quinney College of Law provides free legal help with a broad range of topics—and also has a new program assisting incarcerated Utahns at the Utah State Correctional Facility with civil law problems. Caisa Royer, program director, talks with host Chris Nelson about how the program works and th…

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Tony B. of Rainer Avenue Radio! 17:23

4M ago17:23

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Send us a Text Message. This episode features a conversation with Tony B Benton, the founder and Station Manager of Rainier Avenue Radio, a Black-owned, 24-hour station in Historic Columbia City Theater that amplifies the diverse narratives and voices of Southeast Seattle’s communities. United Way of King County is proud to spotlight Tony B and all…

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This powerful tool helps you treat other people with less contempt and more respect — especially when you disagree 27:51

4M ago27:51

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Tim Shriver created The Dignity Index to shift how we interact with other people in all facets of life — from public and political conversations to engaging with those who are different from us or who hold views we don’t share. In this episode of U Rising, Shriver talks with host Chris Nelson about how the index was developed and then refined here …

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“I want to be the light in anyone’s life I come across.” 38:28

5M ago38:28

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we chat with De’Vonte Parson, the executive director of Pro Se Potential, a prevention-based, restorative program that empowers local youth to achieve stability and find their purpose. United Way of King County proudly supports Pro Se Potential and the time it spends building young leaders through healing-ce…

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Filing your IRS return should never be taxing. 28:40

5M ago28:40

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Send us a Text Message. As we approach the April 15 IRS Tax Deadline, we’ve dedicated this episode to all things taxes. United Way Credits & Financial Stability team members Casey Lantz (left) and Ryan McFerran chat about how we spend time preparing thousands of returns free of charge while helping make tax season a little less stressful for our ne…

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Breakthroughs await: This research lab seeks treatments for rare diseases 27:43

5M ago27:43

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Rare diseases often don't get much attention because they're just that — rare. Each one affects fewer than 200,000 people in the U.S., but collectively, they're surprisingly common. And there are no treatments available for the majority of these diseases. In this episode of U Rising, host Julie Kiefer talks with Jill Hawkins, who has two children w…

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Give a Care! 14:37

5M ago14:37

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Send us a Text Message. It's all about giving: United Way Chief Philanthropy Officer Lindsay Harper talks about the ever-changing philanthropic landscape and explains how we spend our time making the best use of contributions from people like you. Want your taxes done for free? We provide info on United Way's Free Tax Preparation Program. And there…

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University of Utah Health has a national role in tracking prescription drug shortages 17:26

5M ago17:26

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U of U Health tracks and provides data on prescription drug shortages to the American Society of Health System Pharmacists website, one of just two sites dedicated to prescription drug shortages. Erin Fox, an adjunct professor of pharmacy and associate chief pharmacy officer at University of Utah Health, oversees that effort and is the go-to expert…

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An Oasis in a Food Desert 12:00

5M ago12:00

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Send us a Text Message. Hear about Cultivate South Park, a nonprofit organization in Seattle's South Park neighborhood that provides fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, and grains to a community with limited food options nearby. Want your taxes done for free? We provide info on United Way's Free Tax Preparation Program. And there's a new event coming …

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U Career Success helps students get their careers off to a strong start 25:36

5M ago25:36

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There is an ongoing national conversation right now about the value of higher education. One measure we use when we talk about the value of a degree from the University of Utah is job placement. And by that we mean the job opportunities and starting salaries our graduates receive. Host Chris Nelson talks with Katie Abby, vice president for U Career…

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ParentChild+: Making Successes Multiply 36:36

5M ago36:36

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Send us a Text Message. Hourglass chats with Sarah Walzer of ParentChild+, a New York-based, national organization that ensures all children regardless of race, socio-economic status, or zip code have equal possibilities from the start. Also, hear about our rental assistance partner Centro Cultural Mexicano. And we've got an upcoming event at Shore…

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Big Impact! 22:37

6M ago22:37

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Send us a Text Message. In this episode, we chat with United Way of King County chief impact officer Regina Malveaux, who shares how we spend time making a difference in communities through service and advocacy. We also highlight our rental assistance partner Neighborhood House. And we announce an upcoming Change Makers event. Thanks for tuning in!…

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University of Utah Health is bringing world-class medical care to Rose Park, West Valley and Utah County 31:16

6M ago31:16

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The University of Utah has announced three major projects that greatly increase the reach of health care that University of Utah Health provides. There are two new health centers on the west side of Salt Lake County and one in Utah County. U Rising host Julie Kiefer and Dr. Michael Good, senior vice president of Health Sciences and CEO of Universit…

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Love and Liberation: a different kind of after school program 25:05

6M ago25:05

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Send us a Text Message. The Filipino Community of Seattle is one of 14 United Way-supported local organizations that spend their time conducting afterschool programs that teach youth about their heritage and their culture.By Joe Burris, associate director for public relations, United Way of King County

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Here's what the new earthquake maps show for Utah and the U.S. 29:45

6M ago29:45

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Scientists have been forecasting a big earthquake in Utah for decades and newly released earthquake maps provide an update on our risk. Seismologist Jim Pechmann, a research associate professor emeritus in the Department of Geology and Geophysics, shares insights about the new maps and what it could mean for Utah in this episode of U Rising hosted …

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Dual Impact 28:00

6M ago28:00

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Send us a Text Message. James Lovell tells us how he spends his time serving communities as Chief Community Development Officer of the Chief Seattle Club and as a newly elected member of SeaTac city council. Also, hear about one of our rental assistance partners, Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle. And how about spending a happy hour with us? We'…

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Planting seeds: U’s Seed Library promotes health and builds community 17:13

6M ago17:13

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Did you know you can “borrow” vegetable and flower seeds on our campus? Jennifer Macali, an associate professor in the College of Nursing, and Brandon Patterson, associate librarian at the Eccles Health Sciences Library, are co-founders of the University of Utah's Seed Library. In this episode of U Rising, learn all about the seed library and how y…

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Mentoring for these times 20:28

6M ago20:28

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Send us a Text Message. Mentorship program directors Hazel and Don Cameron tell us how they’ve dedicated their time to helping young men of color succeed in school and in life.By Joe Burris, associate director for public relations, United Way of King County

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A conversation with the U's Dave Meikle on his career as a graphic designer, illustrator and award-winning landscape painter 36:03

7M ago36:03

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Chances are you've seen his art on a billboard advertising Utah's beauty or in an ad for the U’s GO LEARN! program or in Wes Anderson's most recent film, “Asteroid City.” And, yes, he created U Rising’s cover art. Get to know award-winning artist Dave Meikle, the U’s artistic director, in this episode of U Rising hosted by Chris Nelson. Subscribe t…

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Rhapsody in Blues (and folk, and spiritual, and country, and ...) 18:31

7M ago18:31

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Send us a Text Message. Hourglass United Way visits the Rhapsody Project, a Seattle-based community of artists that explore and celebrate music and heritage through an anti-racist lens. The Rhapsody Project will perform at United Way of King County’s Advancing Racial Equity Series event, Revisiting Dr. King’s Lost Speech, on February 13 at Rainier …

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Science writers Brian Maffly and Lisa Potter translate research for you 34:22

7M ago34:22

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It's one thing for researchers to explain their work to an academic audience, but it's quite another to make sure their advances are easily understood by the general public and by the media. In this episode of U Rising, Julie Kiefer hosts science writers Brian Maffly and Lisa Potter, who explain how they and other writers on campus work with resear…

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Why United Way? Hear from president and CEO Gordon McHenry, Jr. 14:00

7M ago14:00

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Send us a Text Message. On the first episode of Hourglass, United Way of King County president and CEO Gordon McHenry, Jr., talks about the organization's mission, its work and the communities it serves.By Joe Burris, associate director for public relations, United Way of King County

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Small press, big impact: Celebrating 75 years with the University of Utah Press 19:02

7M ago19:02

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For the past 75 years, the University of Utah Press has brought to life books on a wide range of topics, including the language of JRR Tolkien, Utah’s food and linguistic peculiarities and the state’s environmental challenges. In this episode of U Rising, host Chris Nelson talks with Director Glenda Cotter about the history of the Press and its imp…

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Natalie Gochnour explains six transitions happening in Utah and what it means for the state's future 25:27

7M ago25:27

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Natalie Gochnour says the state of Utah is at an inflection point. She calls it the “New Utah.” In this episode of U Rising, Gochnour, the director of the University of Utah’s Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute, explains how Utah is changing and what it means for state leaders, policymakers and all of us. Subscribe to the U Rising podcast on your favo…

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Winding Path: Sundance film tells how Eastern Shoshone upbringing shaped U medical student’s journey to become a healer 37:26

7M ago37:26

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The Sundance Film Festival is underway in Park City, showcasing some of the year’s best independent films. One is “Winding Path,” a short documentary featuring Jenna Murray, an MD-PhD student at the U. The film tells the story of Jenna's journey to become a healer and how that path has been shaped by her Eastern Shoshone upbringing and the Wind Riv…

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FinTech is a hot industry. Ryan Christiansen explains what that means for the U – and Utah. 27:26

8M ago27:26

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If you use your smartphone or computer to access bank accounts or pay bills, you already have some understanding of how technology and artificial intelligence have changed the financial industry. Host Chris Nelson talks with Ryan Christiansen, executive director of the U’s Stena Center for Financial Technology, about why Utah is a hub for this risi…

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Ageism: Here is what it is and how to avoid engaging in it 27:33

8M ago27:33

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Age may just be a number, but ageism is real. In this episode of U Rising, host Julie Kiefer talks with Linda Edelman, co-director of the Utah Geriatric Education Consortium and the Hartford Center, about our perceptions of aging, ageism, what it means to be an age-friendly campus and the mindset that helps you age well. Subscribe to the U Rising p…

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Focus on student mental health, Ep. 1: A primer 13:37

9M ago13:37

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Focus on Student Mental Health is a five-part series. In episode 1, we start with the basics: What is good mental health and why is it crucial to your success as a college student? Christina Kelly LeCluyse, a clinical social worker with the University Counseling Center, talks about the challenges of anxiety, depression and relationships faced by ma…

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Focus on Student Mental Healthy, Ep. 2: Anxiety 22:20

9M ago22:20

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Ever wonder if what you’re experiencing is more than just college stress? In episode 2 of this five-part series, Amber Whiteley explores how anxiety differs from common stressors faced by students. Learn how to identify and manage anxiety, turning a common college challenge into an opportunity for growth and resilience. The series, Focus on Student…

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Focus on student mental health, Ep. 3: Depression 24:54

9M ago24:54

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Keri Frantell, a licensed psychologist at University of Utah Counseling Center, provides a comprehensive look at depression in college life in episode 3 of this five-part series. Learn how to recognize the signs and understand the underlying causes of depression among students. Tackle one of the most pressing mental health issues on campus through …

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Focus on student mental health, Ep. 4: Relationships 22:58

9M ago22:58

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In episode 4 of the series, Roberto Martinez talks about navigating the complexities of college relationships. From identifying signs of unhealthy dynamics to building healthy connections, explore how relationships impact student well-being. Martinez, associate director for Clinical Services and a therapist at the University Counseling Center, walk…

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