Best suffolk university Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 47: Sit Down with Cristina Castillo 37:29

2M ago37:29

37:29

Cristina Castillo, one of our talented Career Ambassadors, shares a reflective conversation with SBS Marketing Professor Robert Smith focusing on her undergraduate journey. With a blend of personal experiences and professional reflections, Cristina navigates through the challenges of balancing 8 AM classes and internships, providing insights into s…

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Episode 46: The INTO Suffolk Experience 24:23

3M ago24:23

24:23

INTO Suffolk provides a direct pathway for students around the globe to take advantage of our downtown Boston campus and immersive educational experiences. Our team recently caught up with a former INTO student to learn more about their experience and where their Suffolk journey has taken them today. Follow us on Instagram. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.in…

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Episode 45: Navigating the U.S. Job Market as an International Student 39:18

3M ago39:18

39:18

Vicky Lee, Associate Director of Career Equity, Access, and Global Career Development joins us to discuss the various ways Suffolk supports international students on campus, both personally and professionally. Vicky shares her own perspective as an international student along with a spotlight on several useful resources and tools for current studen…

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Episode 44: Faculty-led Travel Experiences 18:21

4M ago18:21

18:21

Nana Korantema-Koranteng, Assistant Director of our center's Public Administration, Government & Law Career Community, recently connected with a few faculty members to discuss their unique travel programs and how the experience benefits Suffolk students. Our guests this week are Sawyer Business School professor Carlos Rufin and College of Arts and …

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Episode 43: Deciding on the Best Study Abroad Option for You 36:08

5M ago36:08

36:08

Are you considering an opportunity abroad? Listen to Amy Ewen, Elizabeth Elliott and Emily Eraca from Suffolk University's Study Abroad team as they chat about and give tips on how to pick the best location and program for your next adventure! Follow us on Instagram. Visit ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/suffolk_careers/⁠⁠⁠ For a transcription of this…

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Episode 42: Sit Down with Katrina Volante, M.Ed `13 37:34

7M ago37:34

37:34

Arts & Humanities counselor Joanna Lazarek reconnects with a Suffolk alumna whose passion has gone abroad. Katrina R. Volante, M.Ed `13 joins Joanna to share more about her career path and trajectory since graduation and the pandemic. Follow us on Instagram. Visit ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/suffolk_careers/⁠⁠ For a transcription of this episode, p…

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Episode 41: Global Engagement in the College of Arts & Sciences 11:09

8M ago11:09

11:09

What does global engagement look like in fields associated with arts and sciences? Sarah Burrows, director of our center's Career Communities team, recently sat down with Marjorie Salvoden, Associate Dean for Experiential Learning & Global Engagement in Suffolk's College of Arts & Sciences, to learn more about emerging opportunities both domestical…

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Episode 40: Suffolk's Plan to Develop a Global Workforce 32:16

8M ago32:16

32:16

Suffolk University's strategic planning includes a meaningful approach to global engagement and, more specifically, the development of a global workforce. The Career Center's Director of Career Communities, Sarah Burrows, interviews returning guest Dr. Amy Zeng, Dean of the Sawyer Business School, to discuss how the University applies an internatio…

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Episode 39: Suffolk University & Global Engagement 14:44

9M ago14:44

14:44

Have you ever wondered what Suffolk’s ‘global engagement’ looks like? President Marisa Kelly and Dave Merry, Executive Director for the Career Center, recently sat down to chat about the University’s strategy when it comes to international education and, from a career perspective, global internships. This conversation covers a lot, including Suffol…

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Season 3 Teaser 0:41

10M ago0:41

0:41

Season 3 of Ramplify, Suffolk University's Center for Career Equity, Development & Success, launches later this month! Our new season is aimed at answering two questions: What are the international experiences of the Suffolk community? How are we engaging with international programming? We're so excited for you to connect with exciting stories from…

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Episode 38: Curating Creative Experiences with Matthew Wilding, BA `06 53:23

1y ago53:23

53:23

Just one look at Matthew Wilding’s resume tells a story. From designing games to writing curated museum experiences, this Suffolk alum has always illustrated a passion for telling stories in his work. Joanna Lazarek recently had the chance to sit down with Matthew to learn more about his experiences since graduating in 2006. Follow us on Instagram.…

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Episode 37: Integrated Expertise with Sawyer Business School Faculty 39:40

1y ago39:40

39:40

The Sawyer Business School intends to bring careers to the classroom in a new iteration of its undergraduate curriculum debuting this Fall 2023. Our team recently caught up with two of the leads behind the new curriculum, Russell Seidle, Associate Professor, Strategy and International Business, and Pelin Bicen, Associate Dean of Undergraduate Progr…

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Episode 36: Paths in Progress with Carrie Young 12:52

1y ago12:52

12:52

This episode of Ramplify was produced by Kirby Wells `25. We recently sat down with Carrie Young, the host of Paths in Progress, a podcast featuring stories of people in a wide variety of career paths, who pursued all kinds of college majors and minors, often with bumps and detours along the way, to get to where they are today. Our chat centered on…

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Episode 35: Working Abroad with Annie Yonkers, BSBA `10 29:30

1+ y ago29:30

29:30

Annie Yonkers graduated from Suffolk with a BSBA in Marketing in 2010. During her time as a student, she had the chance to study abroad in London and discovered a passion for living, studying, and working abroad! Montgomery Thomas recently caught up with Annie to learn more about her journey from Suffolk to London, including her decision to pursue …

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Episode 34: Continuing & Professional Ed with Dee Masiello 32:29

1+ y ago32:29

32:29

Associate Provost and Executive Director of the Career Center, Dave Merry, is joined by the Director of Suffolk's new Center for Continuing & Professional Education (CCPE), Dee Masiello. Dave and Dee discuss the history of CCPE and how this center stands to serve employer, faculty, and staff partners alike! To learn more about CCPE and the center's…

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Episode 33: Interview with Professor Al-Amin 26:45

1+ y ago26:45

26:45

Join us in discussing careers and women in healthcare. Tina Finnegan, Associate Director of Career Communities, speaks with Professor Mona Al-Amin, previous Chair of the Healthcare Administration Department from 2021-2022, in this insightful interview. Professor Al-Amin has a Master of Public Health and a Ph.D. in Risk, Insurance, and Healthcare Ma…

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Episode 32: Suffolk's Employer Advisory Board 24:36

1+ y ago24:36

24:36

The Career Center works with employers in a variety of ways. You’re probably aware of some of these collaborations, from on-campus recruiting events to networking panels, but did you know Suffolk has its own employer think tank? The Employer Advisory Board is a group made up of over ten employers representing our target industries. As a board membe…

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Episode 31: Marketing a Dual Degree 16:43

1+ y ago16:43

16:43

Pursuing a double major is no easy feat. Students pursuing a dual degree often have a clear goal in mind, whether it’s a plan to launch a career that blends two specialties or a way to expand your expertise. I recently had the chance to chat with one of Suffolk’s own double major alumni, Brian Hatch, about the ways he applied his majors to land a c…

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Episode 30: Interview with Sawyer Business School Dean Dr. Amy Z. Zeng 37:02

1+ y ago37:02

37:02

This episode of Ramplify was produced by Cristina Castillo `24. The Business School has come a long way since being established at Suffolk University in 1937. As an institution, we have grown and changed providing students with a variety of majors and minors in undergrad and graduate studies. Our guest speaker for today is Sawyer Business School De…

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Episode 29: Empowering the Community 22:35

1+ y ago22:35

22:35

What does it mean to empower someone? When we hear the term ‘civil servant’ we often think of someone who, well… serves. But as our guest today will tell you, serving the public is about more than doing things for people. It’s also about helping people take their next step, whether it’s personal or professional, by helping them grow and develop. Th…

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Episode 28: Designing Ramplify 13:09

1+ y ago13:09

13:09

A great design can make all the difference. Take Ramplify’s album art, for instance. When we set out to create this show last year, we wanted to create an image that conveyed both impact and inspiration. We brought this idea to Suffolk’s very own Office of Marketing and Communications and, with the help of their Art Director, Denise Lang, we create…

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Episode 27: All About Rosenberg STEP 25:53

1+ y ago25:53

25:53

The Rosenberg Student Training Employment Program (Rosenberg STEP) cultivates essential technical, interpersonal, and professional skills in Suffolk students through paid, practical, on-campus work experience. This powerful program prepares students for the working world by leveraging the hands-on learning practices Suffolk is known for. We recentl…

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Episode 26: Live Like a Local Tours Boston 34:25

1+ y ago34:25

34:25

Collin Knight is the owner and operator of Live Like a Local Tours Boston, a tour service committed to exploring the food, history, and culture of Boston, Massachusetts. Live Like a Local Tours provides a unique experience, focusing on the culture and history of neighborhoods like Roxbury, Dorchester, and Jamaica Plain. As Collin notes, his company…

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Episode 25: Don't Worry, You're Not Alone 16:13

2y ago16:13

16:13

Looking for a place to start with career development? Feeling overwhelmed by the idea of creating a resume or cover letter? Don't worry, you're not alone. Ramplify's second season kicks off with Erika Graves, the Center for Career Equity, Development & Success's new Assistant Director of Career Exploration. As you'll soon learn in our conversation,…

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Episode 24: Making Meaningful Media 16:56

2y ago16:56

16:56

Career Ambassador Caitlyn Green '24 sits down to talk about media with Suffolk alum Josh Arevalo '16. Josh currently works as a Media Instructor for Cambridge Community Television and is also the Production Coordinator for Cambridge Public Schools. Our chat with Josh reflects on the role media plays in enhancing students' work and, ultimately, thei…

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Episode 23: Career Advice from Past Guests 6:38

2y ago6:38

6:38

Navigating your career development is a job in and of itself. In this week's montage episode, we're reflecting on interviews from our first season and focusing on helpful career advice to move your goals forward. Follow us on Instagram. Visit https://www.instagram.com/suffolk_careers/ For a transcription of this episode, please visit https://suense…

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Episode 22: Sit Down with Isabel Baynum 16:56

2y ago16:56

16:56

Isabel Baynum '23 is another one of our Career Ambassadors working in the Suffolk University Career Center. Our conversation with Isabel touches on the beginnings of her interest in Political Science and how her experience as a Poli Sci tutor has informed her professional perspective over time. We also spoke about Isabel's future aspirations, inclu…

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Episode 21: Sit Down with Sydney & Talia 14:38

2y ago14:38

14:38

Sydney Carter '22 and Talia Ferraro '23 are Career Ambassadors in the Suffolk University Career Center. In this episode, they both share their unique experiences through academic major exploration. From weighing options and meeting with advisors to declaring a new major and figuring out a degree audit, these students offer insightful tips about mak…

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Episode 20: Sit Down with Alejandra Leiva 14:59

2+ y ago14:59

14:59

Alejandra Leiva, one of the Suffolk University Career Center Career Ambassadors, shares her experiences from Steve Irwin-obsessed aspiring animal biologist to Suffolk University Psychology student. Alejandra has dedicated hours volunteering with the Suffolk Advocacy Clinic and getting to use the Spanish language in a professional setting for the fi…

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Episode 19: Inside The Boston Globe with Paula Bouknight 16:34

2+ y ago16:34

16:34

In this episode, returning friend of the podcast and graduating senior, Caroline Enos '22, interviews Boston Globe Recruiter and Suffolk Alum, Paula Bouknight. Listen as they discuss the unique Co-op and Internship Programs at the Globe, exciting developments in journalism as an industry, and ways to stand out as an emerging college journalist. Pau…

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Episode 18: Sit Down with Livia Costa 15:03

2+ y ago15:03

15:03

Livia Costa, one of the Suffolk University Career Center Career Ambassadors, shares her experiences finding work that aligns with her personal values. Livia has committed hours to civic engagement and encouraging fellow students to participate in local and national democratic processes. Her plans for life after college have evolved with her over th…

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Episode 17: Headlines, The Game 10:51

2+ y ago10:51

10:51

In this episode we welcome back returning friend of the podcast, Hunter Berube '22 in a game about journalism, headlines, and the differences and similarities between local, national, and international news coverage. If you're interested in broadcasting, you'll definitely want to give this one a listen. P.s. Would you elect a dog as your mayor?! Fo…

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Episode 16: Internships 11:52

2+ y ago11:52

11:52

Narali Taglialavore sits down with Stephen Meno, Assistant Director of Internship Programs and Sarah Burrows, Director of Career Communities to talk about making the most of experiential learning opportunities at Suffolk University. Experiential learning is learning by doing -- like engaging in a semester-long internship or otherwise applying your …

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Episode 15: I Am Not My Hair 23:48

2+ y ago23:48

23:48

Many aspects of the Black experience like hairstyles, clothing, and vernacular are politicized inside and outside of the workplace. The rich culture of Black people has widely come into conflict with what dominate groups consider to be "professional." Jenny Joseph-Hayle and JAKE Small discuss what their experiences have been navigating various prof…

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Episode 14: Career Equity 8:12

2+ y ago8:12

8:12

Deepen your understanding of and commitment to career equity. Check out how members of our community define this important phrase in their own personal and professional lives. This special montage episode features students, employer partners, and Suffolk University Career Center staff. For a transcription of this episode, please visit https://suens…

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Episode 13: Rise Together Foundation with Josh Caldwell 9:28

2+ y ago9:28

9:28

Josh Caldwell, Founder of Rise Together Foundation (RTF), shares the origin story of a new organization designed to address inequity in the most vulnerable communities. We get a chance to explore RTF as a non-profit social movement as well as Josh's own personal and professional journey through leadership and justice work. Like many startup compani…

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Episode 12: Sit Down with Caroline Enos 18:43

2+ y ago18:43

18:43

Caroline Enos, Editor-in-Chief of The Suffolk Journal and senior Print/Web Journalism student, sits down to talk with us about the life of a journalist. We discuss mentorship, networking, and the importance of building a strong portfolio of work. Caroline reminds us that the next generation of journalists are already researching, covering, and prod…

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Episode 11: Exploring CAS with Krisanne Bursik 17:43

2+ y ago17:43

17:43

College of Arts & Sciences (CAS) Interim Dean, Krisanne Bursik gives us a peek behind the curtain to her 35-year-long career at Suffolk University. We chat about the unique attributes that make a CAS degree truly worth it and the ways this college has been aligning towards career readiness for the last several years. For a transcription of this epi…

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Episode 10: Career Community Spotlight pt. 2 23:08

2+ y ago23:08

23:08

Career Advisors Michelle Goldberg with the Management & Entrepreneurship Career Community, Laura Marchant with the Accounting, Finance & Data Analytics Career Community, and Kelley Garland with the Public Administration, Government & Law Career Community discuss the importance of Communication - a key NACE Career Readiness Competency. For a transcr…

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Episode 9: Sit Down with Thalía Yunén 12:51

2+ y ago12:51

12:51

Thalía Yunén, double Suffolk Ram alum, shares her experiences since graduating. She leaves us with poignant advice about surrendering to the experiences in front of us after we've done all we can to prepare. Thalía also shares how she's leveraging her Suffolk degrees as a recent alum working in internal communications at Liberty Mutual Insurance. F…

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Episode 8: A First-Gen Experience with Adesuwa Igbineweka 12:25

2+ y ago12:25

12:25

Courage. Resilience. Grit. Perseverance. This week, we join campus partners and students around the world to celebrate First-Gen Week. Adesuwa Igbineweka, Director of Career Equity & Access, discusses her personal experiences as a first-generation student as well as our department’s approach to supporting and standing with this unique population on…

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Episode 7: Love Life Now Foundation with Lovern Gordon 23:05

2+ y ago23:05

23:05

In recognition and acknowledgement of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Lovern Gordon, international speaker, author, and foundation president, spends some time talking with us about her commitment to being a values-driven professional. Lovern shares her personal story as a way to give voice to the experiences of those who are impacted by domestic…

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Episode 6: NACE Competencies 8:31

2+ y ago8:31

8:31

Jumpstart your learning around NACE Competencies and hear from members in our community about the ones that show up the most in their work, classes, and personal lives. This special montage episode features students, employer partners, and Suffolk University Career Center staff. For a transcription of this episode, please visit https://suensemble.s…

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Episode 5: Hugh Jackman, Party Clown 13:37

2+ y ago13:37

13:37

Carolyn Rea, Assistant Director of Career Education, discusses all things resumes and puts her career readiness skills to the test in a game covering professional documents, transferable skills, and the odd jobs previous U.S. presidents and celebrities have held. For a transcription of this episode, please visit https://suensemble.suffolk.edu/Playl…

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Episode 4: Career Community Spotlight pt. 1 19:57

2+ y ago19:57

19:57

Career Advisors JAKE Small with the Journalism, Media & Communication Career Community, Zack Brower with the Marketing, Analytics, Advertising & Public Relations Career Community, and Joanna Lazarek with the Humanities & the Arts Career Community discuss the importance of Critical Thinking - a key NACE Career Readiness Competency. For a transcripti…

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Episode 3: Inside OpenPixel Studios with Kathryn Taccone 18:45

3y ago18:45

18:45

Kathryn Taccone, Co-Founder of OpenPixel Studios, takes us behind the scenes to explore this Massachusetts-based motion graphics and character animation company. We chat about everything from landing a first job and transitioning into the workforce to creating meaningful experiences when none seem to exist around you. For a transcription of this ep…

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Episode 2: Sit Down with Hunter Berube 13:17

3y ago13:17

13:17

Hunter Berube, President of Film Club and senior Broadcast Journalism student, shares how he's making the most of a Suffolk University education with Studio 73, the Honors Program, and various independent projects. For a transcription of this episode, please visit https://suensemble.suffolk.edu/Playlist/ramplify Learn more about the Suffolk Univers…

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Episode 1: An Intro to Our Center feat. President Kelly 18:59

3y ago18:59

18:59

Adesuwa Igbineweka, Director of Career Equity & Access, interviews Dave Merry, Associate Provost and Executive Director, sharing some of the updates our office has undergone and the importance behind our new name: The Center for Career Equity, Development, and Success. President Marisa Kelly joins Dave in a conversation about the institution-wide c…

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Welcome to Ramplify 2:29

3y ago2:29

2:29

Welcome to Ramplify, the official Suffolk University Career Center podcast. Ramplify is a student-centered, career-focused podcast hosted by the Center for Career Equity, Development & Success at Suffolk University. New content is released every two weeks during the semester covering various career-related topics. Follow us to stay up to date with …

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To create a positive workplace culture, top leadership must model civility and the expected behaviors. 20:48

3y ago20:48

20:48

To create a positive workplace culture, top leadership must model civility and the expected behaviors. In this episode, I talk about Governor Andrew Cuomo’s behavior toward his staff, as it has come to light. How did he, and how do others get away with abusive behavior for a long time? Enablers are required. Also discussed, workplace surveys from a…

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