In the 36th episode of Who Are You?, Jessica Theodore, an accelerated dual-degree Computer Science major continuing on to the Master’s in Cyber Security program shares: 🌎How being a child of immigrants shaped her college journey 🎓The benefits of Quinnipiac’s accelerated dual-degree programs and why it made her decision college decision easy 🖥️ Her passion for advocating and effecting change Related to this episode:  Quinnipiac University’s Computer Science Program Quinnipiac University’s Cybersecurity Program Quinnipiac University’s Artificial Intelligence Program Quinnipiac University’s Game Design Development Program Living at Quinnipiac University Host: Joel Vanner  Guest: Jessica Theodore Producers: Payton Stein & Peter Gallay   CHAPTERS: 00:00 Who is Jessica Theodore? 01:34 Jessica's interests in high school 02:18 How Quinnipiac came into the picture 03:12 Background of the Computer Science programs 04:27 Background on Cyber Security Graduate Program 05:05 Jessica's experience interning at PSE&G 05:59 Jessica's experience as a Resident Assistant at Quinnipiac 07:11 How all of Jessica's experiences have prepared her for for life after graduation

In the 35th episode of Who Are You?, Moinuddin Kothawala, a student in the accelerated dual-degree program studying Computer Information Systems and Applied AI & Business Analytics, shares: 🤔 The importance of not being afraid to ask questions 💼 Why he chose to study Computer Information Systems and earn a Masters in Applied AI & Business Analytics 🏫 Advice for what prospective students should do when they tour a college   Related to this episode:  Quinnipiac University's Computer Information Systems Program Quinnipiac University’s Management Program program Quinnipiac University’s Applied AI and Analytics program Quinnipiac University’s School of Business Accelerated Dual-Degree program   Host: Joel Vanner  Guest: Moinuddin Kothawala Producers: Payton Stein & Peter Gallay CHAPTERS: 00:00 Who is Moinuddin Kothawala? 03:17 How Quinnipiac came into the picture for Mo 06:05 Mo's first time on Quinnipiac's campus 07:36 Mo's experience in the accelerated dual degree (3+1) program 10:30 Mo's first day on campus and experience meeting Quinnipiac's Dean of the School of Business 14:25 What type of resources are available to students in the Career Development Center in the School of Business? 16:11 Mo's internship experience 17:11 Mo's experiences in the Computer Information Systems major and Business Analytics and Applied AI program 19:40 Advice for prospective students visiting Quinnipiac 24:07 Advice to students to succeed in the 3+1 program, and academically in general

In the 34th episode of Who Are You?, Elyssa Wrubel, Director of Advising and Student Experience for Quinnipiac University’s College of Arts & Sciences, shares: 📚How she went from an undeclared college student to advising other Bobcats on their journey ✈️ How a connection with a professor led to a life-changing study abroad opportunity 🐾 The benefits of being open to different experiences Related to this episode: Quinnipiac University’s Undeclared Exploring the Arts and Sciences program in the College of Arts & Sciences Quinnipiac University’s Experiential Learning Study Abroad Programs Quinnipiac University’s English Program   Host: Joel Vanner Guest: Elyssa Wrubel Producers: Payton Stein & Peter Gallay   CHAPTERS 00:00 Who is Elyssa Wrubel? 03:50 What led Elyssa to choosing Quinnipiac as a student? 05:08 What was your experience like as an undeclared student? 06:53 What is the "Exploring Sciences"/ "Exploring CAS" program? 08:28 Experiences Elyssa had as a student that helped shape her path 11:52 How the opportunity to study abroad on a faculty-led trip to Morocco led to other experiences 13:44 How Elyssa uses her experiences as a student to help guide students today

In the 33rd episode of Who Are You?, Kahlen Lamarche shares: ⛸️Her journey as a figure skater in Canada to an ice hockey player in the US 📚What led her to major in Criminal Justice, and a passion for Forensic Science 🏒What it’s like to be a Division I athlete Related to this episode: Quinnipiac’s Criminal Justice Program Quinnipiac’s Forensic Science Program Quinnipiac’s Women's Ice Hockey Host: Joel Vanner Guest: Kahlen Lamarche Producers: Payton Stein & Peter Gallay CHAPTERS: 00:00 Who is Kahlen Lamarche? 02:53 How did Kahlen decide on Criminal Justice as a major? 04:13 Declaring Forensic Science Minor 05:22 Kahlen's Internship Experience with the Derby Police Department 06:14 Kahlen's Experience in the "Inside Out" Program 07:36 Life as a Division student athlete 10:28 How have all the experiences Kahlen has had at Quinnipiac prepared her for life ahead? 12:23 How Kahlen has been able to grow as a hockey player at Quinnipiac 13:09 What advice would Kahlen give to future student athletes?

In the 32nd episode of Who Are You?, Marie Hardin, Quinnipiac University’s 10th President, shares: 🎓Her journey as a first-generation college student to becoming a university president 🐾What drew her to Quinnipiac and why NOW is exciting time to be a part of Bobcat Nation 👟How her personal passions as a runner, reader, explorer, and overall curious person help her lead Related to this episode: Dr. Marie Hardin, Quinnipiac Presidential Page Quinnipiac University Host: Joel Vanner Guest: Marie Hardin Producers: Payton Stein & Peter Gallay CHAPTERS: 00:00 Who is Marie Hardin? 01:18 What passions and experiences Marie had have growing up that helped shape her career path 03:11 Marie's college experience and career path to Quinnipiac 04:40 What drew Marie to Quinnipiac 07:20 When Marie decided that she wanted to take the next step to become a university president 09:45 What is Quinnipiac's most unique strength? 11:03 Recommendation for first-year students 13:25 Importance of being curious rather than judgmental 14:30 Why is now a great time for Quinnipiac alumni to get involved/ stay involved with Bobcat Nation 16:50 What are the headwinds in higher education and what effect does it have on Quinnipiac? 19:23 How can alumni help fight against the headwinds in higher education 22:17 What Marie hopes her legacy will be as president of Quinnipiac when she is done

In the 31st episode of Who Are You?, Carrie Bulger, Professor of Psychology at Quinnipiac University, shares: 🧠 How Psychology can improve leadership and workplace well-being ⚠️ What things students should be aware of as they move into the workforce 💪 The Impact of Quinnipiac’s Lifelong Learning program helps leaders grow through professional development Related to this Episode: Quinnipiac’s Psychology Program Quinnipiac’s Lifelong Learning Program Host: Joel Vanner Guest: Carrie Bulger Producers: Payton Stein & Peter Gallay Chapters: 00:00 Who is Carrie Bulger? 00:45 What led Carrie to Psychology? 01:53 What led Carrie to Industrial and Organizational Psychology? 02:28 What led Carrie to Quinnipiac 03:35 What are some of the challenges of "work" that we see today? 05:17 Favorite and Least Favorite Jobs 07:35 How is Quinnipiac's Psychology program forward thinking for students? 09:27 What are things students should be aware of as they prepare to move into the workforce? 10:40 What does Quinnipiac's Continuing Education program offer to people who are already in their career? 11:15 Who can take part in Quinnipiac's Continuing Education program?

In the 30th episode of Who Are You?, Robert Yawson, Professor of Management at Quinnipiac University, shares: 🔬 His journey from science to business 👨🏾‍🎓 The importance of teaching students to be lifelong learners ✏️ Why professors should be facilitators, not sages 👩🏼‍💻 Preparing students for jobs that don’t yet exist Whether you're a student, educator, or business professional, this conversation offers valuable insights into the future of business education and the evolving role of leadership. Related to this Episode: Quinnipiac’s Business Programs Quinnipiac’s International Business Program Quinnipiac’s Entrepreneurship and Innovation Program Quinnipiac’s Master's in Organizational Leadership Program Host: Joel Vanner Guest: Robert Yawson Producers: Payton Stein & Peter Gallay CHAPTERS 00:00 Who is Robert Yawson? 02:55 Changing from biochemistry to business 05:52 Background on the Entrepreneurship, International Business, and Strategy programs 06:53 Background on Quinnipiac's Masters in Organizational Leadership Program 08:03 How Robert takes his life experiences and informs him in his interactions with students 09:32 Importance of Building Connections among students online in Quinnipiac's Masters in Organizational Leadership Program 10:36 Robert's research focus 12:29 Importance of preparing students for their future and careers that don't yet exist 13:08 Advice for students trying to prepare for careers of the future

In the 29th episode of Who Are You?, Christina Vittas ’20, Senior Social Media Manager at Sesame Workshop, shares: 📺 How Christina’s childhood love of media sparked a professional path in advertising and social content. 📱 The social media management course that sparked Christina’s passion—and continues to impact her work today. ❤️A look into Christina’s role managing the online personas of beloved characters like Elmo, Cookie Monster, and Big Bird. 🎓 What brings Christina back to Quinnipiac, and the importance of alumni supporting current students. Related to this episode: Quinnipiac's Advertising & Integrated Communications program Quinnipiac’s Clubs and Organizations Q30TV (Quinnipiac University’s Student Run Television Station) Visit Quinnipiac Univeristy Quinnipiac University Alumni Host: Joel Vanner Guest: Christina Vittas Producers: Payton Stein & Peter Gallay CHAPTERS: 00:00 Who is Christina Vittas? 00:50 Christina's path to working on Sesame Street 02:34 First time Christina came to Quinnipiac 03:36 Christina's exploration of figuring out what she wanted to study at Quinnipiac 04:40 The impact of being a reporter in student media 06:28 How the courses Christina took in college are relevant to her work today 07:48 Christina's career path at Sesame Workshop 09:23 A typical day working at Sesame Workshop 10:15 Recommendation to students for success 13:10 What Christina has learned from her success 14:31 Why Christina continues to want to contribute to Quinnipiac

In the 28th episode of Who Are You?, Nitish Patidar, Associate Professor of Management at Quinnipiac, University shares: 🩺 How the challenges he faced early in his career as a physician led him to a career in management 🤝 The importance working as a team in a professional environment and how it impacts productivity 📚 The benefits of Quinnipiac’s Continuing Education program in helping prepare employees for changes in the healthcare and management fields Related to this episode: Quinnipiac University Lifelong Learning program Quinnipiac University’s Human Resource Management program Quinnipiac University’s Supply Management program Quinnipiac University’s Sports and Entertainment Management program Host: Joel Vanner Guest: Nitish Patidar Producers: Payton Stein & Peter Gallay 00:00 Who is Nitish Patidar? 00:59 What were your interests growing up? 03:25 Moving from a career in Medicine to Management 06:51 The types of courses Nitish teaches 07:09 How Nitish takes his work experiences into the classroom 11:34 What Continuing Education/ Lifelong Learning programs do you lead? 12:42 What can individuals who take part in your Continuing Education/ Lifelong Learning workshops take away? 14:14 How do students learn in the changing environments of Healthcare and Management? 16:30 How does the Continuing Education/ Lifelong Learning program you teach prepare students for changes in the Healthcare and Management fields?

In the 27th episode of Who Are You?, Julie Booth, Director for the Center for Interprofessional Healthcare Education at Quinnipiac, shares: 💼Her nontraditional path from working in corporate America to becoming a Physical Therapist, and then a professor 🩺 The importance of working collaboratively in an interprofessional healthcare environment 💪 What sets Quinnipiac University’s Physical Therapy program apart Related to this Episode: Center for Interprofessional Healthcare Education Quinnipiac’s Dual Degree BS in Health Science Studies/Doctor of Physical Therapy Host: Joel Vanner Guest: Julie Booth Producers: Mila Iuteri & Peter Gallay 00:00 Who is Julie Booth? 00:55 Journey to Healthcare and Quinnipiac 04:34 How did working in corporate America help in her transition to Physical Therapy 06:16 How Julie came to Quinnipiac 07:23 What is Interprofessional Healthcare? 08:03 The Center for Interprofessional Education at Quinnipiac University 10:09 How have your experiences informed you in helping teach students? 11:37 What sets Quinnipiac's Physical Therapy program apart?

In the 26th episode of Who Are You?, Morgan Pastir, a Quinnipiac alum who earned her bachelor's degree in psychology in 2021 and completed the Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program in 2023, shares: 🤝 How guidance from an advisor help determine her path from Psychology to healthcare 🏥 What led to her decision to join Quinnipiac's Accelerated Nursing Program 💉 What a typical day is like in the Accelerated Nursing Program   Related to this episode: Quinnipiac University’s Psychology Program Quinnipiac’s Accelerated Nursing Program   Host: Joel Vanner Guest: Morgan Pastir Producers: Ryan Ziaks & Peter Gallay   00:00 Who is Morgan Pastir? 00:44 What led to decision to study Psychology for first degree? 01:13 What drew you to Quinnipiac? 01:34 What were your courses like and what did you learn in Psychology? 02:04 Figuring out what she wanted to do with her Psychology degree and guidance that helped determine her path 03:58 Pre-Dental Student Organization at Quinnipiac 05:13 What came next after graduating with Psychology degree? 06:00 Decision to join Quinnipiac's Accelerated Nursing Program 07:10 Morgan's experience in the Accelerated Nursing Program 07:55 Typical day in the Accelerated Nursing Program 09:11 What's it like working with standardized patient actors? 10:15 Faculty support throughout the Accelerated Nursing Program 11:39 Clinical Experiences in the Accelerated Nursing Program 12:44 Opportunity to take part in a residency at the VA 13:20 How did what she learn in the Accelerated Nursing Program prepare her for her residency 14:39 Morgan's journey after her residency 16:49 Advice for students unsure of what direction they want to take in the healthcare field 17:52 Importance in shadowing different healthcare providers

In the 25th episode of Who Are You?, Erin Sabato, Senior Director of Quinnipiac’s Global Learning in the Office of Global Engagement, shares: 🌍 How the opportunity to study abroad during her time at Quinnipiac transformed her life and career 🌐 The scale and scope of programs Quinnipiac offers for study abroad ✈️ How Quinnipiac students can take the first step in studying abroad Related to this episode: Quinnipiac’s Study Abroad Programs Host: Joel Vanner Guest: Erin Sabato Producers: Ryan Ziaks & Peter Gallay

In the 24th episode of Who Are You?., Breana Butkievich, a fourth-year Law and Society major, shares: 🎤 How conquering a fear of public speaking led her into political and student advocacy, ultimately drawing her to Quinnipiac’s Law & Society program 🏛️ How mentors from Quinnipiac’s law community and student government propelled her to become a student advocate 🤝 How getting involved on campus at Quinnipiac helped her build confidence, connections, and a strong sense of community Related to this episode: Quinnipiac Law & Society major Host: Joel Vanner Guest: Breana Butkievich Producers: Ryan Ziaks & Peter Gallay 0:00: Welcome to Who Are You? 0:30: Who is Breana Butkievich? 1:00: Growing up around farming & horses 2:00: Finding confidence through FFA & public speaking 3:00: Becoming a student advocate 4:00: What the Law & Society major is like 5:00: Support from professors & key mentors 6:00: Finding community at Quinnipiac 7:00: Joining Student Government 8:00: How she an impact on-campus 9:00: Internship with Senator Chris Murphy 12:30: Experience as an Orientation leader 13:30: Rapid fire questions! 13:45: Favorite on-campus eat 14:15: Favorite weekend activity 15:00: Best event on campus 15:45: What she wishes she knew before coming to college 16:30: What every first-year college student should bring 17:00: What people worry about but don’t need to before coming to college 17:45: Attending the engagement fair & finding organizations over time 18:30: Closing Advice

In the 23rd episode of Who Are You?, Colin Fanning, an Applied Business major in Quinnipiac’s 3+1 program, shares: 💼 How his family background in business sparked his interest in the field 🎓 How making a lasting impression on professors and forming connections can lead to future opportunities 👥 How he found his place and made friends at Quinnipiac Related to this episode: Quinnipiac University Applied Business Program Host: Joel Vanner Guest: Colin Fanning Producers: Ryan Ziaks & Peter Gallay 0:00 – Welcome to Who Are You? 0:30 – Who is Colin Fanning? 0:41 – How Quinnipiac came onto Colin’s radar 2:05 – Visiting through the “Bobcat for a Day” program 3:15 – Why he chose business & management 3:50 – Colin’s first day at QU 4:55 – Making friends and getting involved 9:10 – The impact of New Student Orientation 10:54 – Tips for student success 11:58 – Rapid-fire Q&A! 12:10 – Favorite place to eat on campus 12:25 – Favorite place to eat off campus 12:36 – Favorite weekend activity 13:07 – Favorite event on campus 13:54 – What he wishes he’d known before coming to QU 14:16 – One thing every first-year should pack 15:15 – One thing people worry about but shouldn’t 16:19 – Advice for students starting their college journey

In the 22nd episode of Who Are You?, Becca Huyck, an Interdisciplinary Studies major in Quinnipiac’s 4+1 Master of Arts in Teaching program, shares: 🍎 How her third-grade teacher sparked her passion to become an educator 📚 What Quinnipiac’s Interdisciplinary Studies major is and it's benefits 👥 How she found her place and made friends at Quinnipiac Related to this episode: Quinnipiac's Interdisciplinary Studies Dual-Degree Programs Host: Joel Vanner Guest: Becca Huyck Producers: Ryan Ziaks & Peter Gallay

In the 21st episode of Who Are You?, Adam Roth, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Quinnipiac University, shares: 🌟 His circuitous path from being an at-risk student high school student to earning a Ph.D. and career in higher education 🌍 The College of Arts and Sciences’ focus on experiential learning opportunities and the impact it has on students 🧠 How the College of Arts & Sciences is preparing students for careers that don't yet exist ⚡ His advice for students wondering if college is for them Related to this episode: Quinnipiac College of Arts & Sciences Experimental learning at Quinnipiac More information on Quinnipiac's S.I.T.E building Host: Joel Vanner Guest: Adam Roth Producers: Ryan Ziaks & Peter Gallay

In the 20th episode of Who Are You?, Bill Ollayos, a part-time law student at Quinnipiac University’s School of Law, shares: ✍️Why he decided to change career paths and pursue becoming a lawyer ⚖️ How Quinnipiac Law’s flexible scheduling made it possible for him to thrive as a part-time student 🏛️ How Quinnipiac Law’s Career Development Office helped him secure externships at the Connecticut Attorney General’s Office and Robinson & Cole law firm Related to this episode: Quinnipiac University School of Law Quinnipiac University School of Law JD Part-Time Program Host: Joel Vanner Guest: Bill Ollayos Producers: Ryan Ziaks & Peter Gallay

In the 19th episode of Who Are You?, Dana Ragoonanan, a third-year medical student at Quinnipiac’s Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine, shares: 🧬 How early exposure to health disparities in her family and community sparked her medical journey 🌍 How studying abroad in South Africa and working in both an HIV lab and an OB-GYN ward opened her eyes to complex health challenges. 🩺 What working at Boston Medical Center in stem cell migration taught her Related to this Episode: Quinnipiac’s Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine Quinnipiac’s Study Abroad Programs Host: Joel Vanner Guest: Dana Ragoonanan Producers: Ryan Ziaks & Peter Gallay

In the 18th episode of Who Are You?, Beca Findley, a doctor of occupational therapy student shares: 🌟 How volunteering for Special Olympics led to an interest in occupational therapy 🌍 How being exposed to diverse field work environments built the foundation to becoming a more well-rounded health care provider 🎓 The impact and benefits of pursuing a doctorate in the field of occupational therapy Related to this Episode: Quinnipiac Doctorate of Occupational Therapy Program Host: Joel Vanner Guest: Beca Findley Producers: Ryan Ziaks & Peter Gallay

In the 17th episode of Who Are You?, Okeroghene Rufin, a third-year medical student in Quinnipiac’s Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine, shares: 🎖️ How her experience working in a lab while in the military helped shape her decision to become a doctor 🔬 What Drew Her to Quinnipiac’s Netter School of Medicine and Why It Was the Right Decision 🌟 How her experiences in medical school led to a passion in dermatology Related to this Episode: Quinnipiac’s Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine Info for Quinnipiac Veterans & Military Host: Joel Vanner Guest: Okeroghene Rufin Producers: Ryan Ziaks & Peter Gallay