MyFaculty Podcasts
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MyFaculty Podcasts is designed for Walden University faculty—as well as faculty and support staff across higher education—to provide professional development aligned with offerings from the Office of Teaching, Learning, and Mentoring Excellence (OTLME), the Institute for Faculty Mentoring Excellence (IFME), the Postdoctoral Fellowship (PDF) program, Faculty Support Agents (FSAs), and the Office of Research and Doctoral Services (ORDS).
Episodes
- Spring 2026 | Beyond Surface Level: Understanding Depth of Learning Through Heat Maps
What does it truly mean for students to learn deeply, and how can institutions tell the difference between surface recall and lasting, transferable mastery? In this episode, we examine how data visualization tools, particularly heat maps,…
- Spring 2026 | Employee Engagement: Breaking Old Habits
Why are adjunct faculty burning out at staggering rates? In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Joshua Hays examines how structural precarity, market-driven institutional logics, and unsupportive organizational climates shape engagement, b…
- Spring 2026 | The Art of Feedback: Turning Comments into Conversations
Feedback is one of the most powerful tools faculty have to support student learning, yet too often, it becomes a one-way exchange that students struggle to interpret, apply, or engage with meaningfully. In this episode, Dr. Roderick Willia…
- IFME E5 Reviewing -Mentor Excellence Class
Episode 5 of IFME Dissertation Mentoring Excellence Classes, with host Dr. Lee Stadtlander. In this session, Drs. Kathleen Morrison, Amy White, Richard Jimenez, and Cheryl Burleigh discuss Peer reviewing as a faculty mentor.
- PhD Psychology Faculty Take 5 | Guest: Dr. Brandon Cosley
From Curiosity to Impact: Applying PhD Skills Beyond Academia In this episode of Faculty Take Five, Dr. Amy Sickel talks with Dr. Brandon Cosley about how curiosity sparked his path to a PhD and how doctoral skills translate far beyond tra…
- Winter 2026 | Becoming and Belonging: Evolving Professional Identity Beyond the Doctorate
What happens after the doctorate when the questions don’t disappear, but multiply? In this episode of the Faculty Leading the Change, Podcast Edition, Dr. Demetria Burleson explores the often-unspoken transition into faculty life, especial…
- IFME E1 Intensive - onboarding new student
Episode 1 of Mentoring Intensive Classes with host, Dr. Lee Stadtlander. In this session, Drs. Stadtlander, Mark Gordon, and Ethel Perry discuss onboarding new dissertation students.
- PhD Psychology Faculty Take 5 | Guest: Dr. Ethel Perry
It's Not a Race: Perseverance, Purpose, and the PhD Journey In this episode of Faculty Take Five, Dr. Amy Sickel talks with Dr. Ethel Perry about her nonlinear journey to earning a PhD in psychology. Dr. Perry shares how life experiences s…
- PhD Psychology Faculty Take 5 | Guest: Dr. Lee Stadtlander
Navigating the PdD Journey: Insights from Dr. Lee Stadtlander In this episode of Faculty Take Five, Dr. Amy Sickel speaks with Dr. Lee Stadtlander about her nontraditional path to earning a PhD and building a career in research and teachin…
- Winter 2026 | The Silent Inbox: Re-Engaging Students Through Compassionate Communication
In this episode of the Faculty Leading the Change Podcast, we explore the power of compassionate communication and its role in building a supportive learning community. Through the lens of the online classroom, we consider the experience o…
- IFME E4 Publishing -Mentor Excellence Class
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- IFME E3 grading in 9000 -Mentor Excellence Class
Episode 3 of Mentoring Excellence Classes, from the Institute of Faculty Mentoring Excellence at Walden University with host, Dr. Lee Stadtlander. In this session Drs. Stadtlander, Tammy Root, Magdeline Aagard, and Michelle Brown discuss g…
- IFME E2 AI & qual -Mentor Excellence Class
Episode 1 of Mentoring Excellence Classes, from the Institute of Faculty Mentoring Excellence at Walden University with host, Dr. Lee Stadtlander. In this session Drs. Stadtlander, Leilani Gjellstad, and Morris Bidjerano explore current is…
- Fall 2025 | Between Two Professors: Anecdotes and Best Practices for Student Success
In this episode of Faculty Leading the Change Podcast Edition, Dr. Donal Hardin, Contributing Faculty, with the College of Psychology and Community Services at Walden University, collaborates with Professor and licensed Psychologist Patric…
- Fall 2025 | A Class with a Heart: Fostering a Supportive Community Through Compassionate Discourse
In this Faculty Leading the Change Podcast Edition episode, Dr. Saeid Atoofi, Core Faculty member in the College of Interdisciplinary Undergraduate Studies (CIUS) at Walden University, explores how compassionate discourse can reshape how w…
- Fall 2025 | KPIs Redefined: Kindness, Presence, and Investment in Online Learning
In this Faculty Leading the Change Podcast Edition episode, our host and facilitator, Deb Mattoso, talks with Dr. Heather Alonge (Core Faculty, Master of Healthcare Administration) about reimagining KPIs for online learning—not just key pe…
- IFME E1 AI & Dissertation -Mentor Excellence Class
Episode 1 of Mentoring Excellence Classes, from the Institute of Faculty Mentoring Excellence at Walden University with host, Dr. Lee Stadtlander. In this session Drs. Stadtlander, Leilani Gjellstad, John Agnew, and Carole Pearce explore c…
- Meet Qiana Wells-Haridat | Ep. 10
In this special 10th episode of Meet the Leadership, Deb Mattoso is joined by Qiana Wells-Haridat, Dean of Academic Success at the Office of Licensure, Certification, and Compliance at Walden University. Qiana shares her journey of resilie…
- Meet Dr. Alina Perez | Ep. 9
In this episode of Meet the Leadership, Deb Mattoso sits down with Dr. Alina Perez, Dean of the College of Allied Health at Walden University. Dr. Perez shares her journey from clinical psychologist to academic leader, offering insights on…
- Meet Dr. Shana Garrett | Ep. 8
In this episode, we dive into the world of transformative leadership in higher education with Dr. Shana Garrett, Dean of the College of Psychology and Community Services, who has over 20 years of experience leading innovative programs, men…
- Meet Devon Edmund | Ep. 7
In this episode, Deb Mattoso is joined by Devon Edmund, Walden University’s Vice Provost of Academic Affairs & Administration, a visionary leader dedicated to innovation in education. Devon shares her unique approach to academic leadership…
- ORDS Ep6 Spec Needs Adv Mentor Master Class Working With With Students On The Literature Review
Episode 6 of Student Special Needs Advanced Mentoring Master Classes, from the Office of Research and Doctoral Services at Walden University with host, Dr. Lee Stadtlander. In this session Drs. Stadtlander, Kelly Chermack, Nicole Hamilton,…
- ORDS Ep5 Understanding Your Walden Doctoral Students
Episode 5 of a Special Master Classes, from the Office of Research and Doctoral Services at Walden University with host, Dr. Lee Stadtlander. In this session Drs. Stadtlander, Ethel Perry, and Mark Gordon discuss Understanding Your Walden…
- Meet Dr. Kelley Costner | Ep. 6
On our final episode of the first season of Meet the Leadership podcast, Dr. Kelley Costner shares her insights and experiences on how mindfulness practices can enhance leadership skills, increase emotional intelligence, and create a more…
- ORDS Ep4 Spec Needs Adv Mentor Master Class Working With Challenging Students And Committee Members
Episode 4 of Student Special Needs Advanced Mentoring Master Classes, from the Office of Research and Doctoral Services at Walden University with host, Dr. Lee Stadtlander. In this session Drs. Stadtlander, JoAnn McAllister, Glenn Penny, C…
- Meet Dr. Nina McCune | Ep. 5
In this episode of the Meet the Leadership podcast, we chat with Dr. Nina McCune to discuss strategies, challenges, and triumphs that have shaped the path of inclusive teaching and learning and continue to inspire others in the pursuit of…
- ORDS Ep3 Spec Needs Adv Mentor Master Class Mentor Students With Disabilities
Episode 3 of Student Special Needs Advanced Mentoring Master Classes, from the Office of Research and Doctoral Services at Walden University with host, Dr. Lee Stadtlander. In this session Drs. Stadtlander, Cathryn Walker, Anne Hacker, and…
- Meet Michael Betz | Ep. 4
In this episode of the Meet the Leadership podcast, Walden University's president, Michael Betz, shares his insights on the critical role of curiosity in leadership effectiveness. And how developing curiosity can promote innovation, resili…
- Meet Dr. Nina Nabors | Ep. 3
In this episode of "Meet the Leadership," we meet with Dr. Nina Nabors, Vice Provost for Healthcare Access and Quality. During our conversation, we explored the significance of connection, trust, and accountability in leadership. Take a li…
- ORDS Ep2 Spec Needs Adv Mentor Master Class- Recruiting Research Participants With A Disability
Episode 2 of Student Special Needs Advanced Mentoring Master Classes, from the Office of Research and Doctoral Services at Walden University with host, Dr. Lee Stadtlander. In this session Drs. Stadtlander, Ethel Perry, Leilani Gjellstad,…
- Meet Dr. Savitri Dixon-Saxon | Ep. 2
In this "Meet the Leadership" episode, we will meet Dr. Savitri Dixon-Saxon, Vice Provost of Institutional Effectiveness, Engagement, and Academic Performance at Walden University. Dr. Dixon-Saxon has over thirty years of experience as an…
- ORDS Ep1 Spec Needs Adv Mentor Master Class- Transitioning Students To A New Committee
Episode 1 of Student Special Needs Advanced Mentoring Master Classes, from the Office of Research and Doctoral Services at Walden University with host, Dr. Lee Stadtlander. In this session Drs. Stadtlander, Gwen Dooley, Leslie Hussey, and…
- ORDS Ep7 Prof Doc Mentor Master Class- Translating Skills In Professional Doc To Employment
Episode 7 of Professional Doctoral Mentoring Master Classes, from the Office of Research and Doctoral Services at Walden University with host, Dr. Lee Stadtlander. In this session Drs. Stadtlander, Barbara BenOliel, and Kristin Wiginton di…
- ORDS Ep6 Prof Doc Mentor Master Class- Differences Between Practice And Literature Gap
Episode 6 of Professional Doctoral Mentoring Master Classes, from the Office of Research and Doctoral Services at Walden University with host, Dr. Lee Stadtlander. In this session Drs. Stadtlander, Victoria Landu-Adams, Raj Singh, and Deni…
- Meet Dr. Sue Subocz | Ep. 1
Join us on our first episode as we sit down with Dr. Sue Subocz, Associate President and Provost at Walden University. With over ten years of experience at Walden, Sue has played a critical role in the university's digital strategy, design…
- ORDS Ep5 Prof Doc Mentor Master Class- Establishing A Practice Based Problem
Episode 5 of Professional Doctoral Mentoring Master Classes, from the Office of Research and Doctoral Services at Walden University with host, Dr. Lee Stadtlander. In this session Drs. Stadtlander, Barbara BenOliel and Mark Gordon discuss…
- ORDS Ep4 Prof Doc Master Class -Working with committee members
Episode 4 of Professional Doctoral Mentoring Master Classes, from the Office of Research and Doctoral Services at Walden University with host, Dr. Lee Stadtlander. In this session Drs. Stadtlander, Robert McWhirt, Gary Kelsey, and Raj Sing…
- ORDS Ep3 Prof Doc Mentor Master Class- Mentoring Prof Projects
Episode 3 of Professional Doctoral Mentoring Master Classes, from the Office of Research and Doctoral Services at Walden University with host, Dr. Lee Stadtlander. In this session Drs. Stadtlander, Mark Gordon, Gwen Dooley, and Miriam Ross…
- ORDS Ep2 Prof Doc Mentor Master Class- Mentoring Lit Review
Episode 2 of Professional Doctoral Mentoring Master Classes, from the Office of Research and Doctoral Services at Walden University with host, Dr. Lee Stadtlander. In this session Drs. Stadtlander, Denise Land and Julie James discuss Mento…
- ORDS Ep 27 Mentoring A Dissertation Family
Episode 27 of Research Talk, from the Office of Research and Doctoral Services at Walden University with host, Dr. Lee Stadtlander. In this session Dr. Stadtlander and former students Drs. Pearlette Springer and Diane Ricketts discuss thei…
- ORDS Ep1 Prof Doc Mentor Master Class- Mentoring Prof Doc Students
Episode 1 of Professional Doctoral Mentoring Master Classes, from the Office of Research and Doctoral Services at Walden University with host, Dr. Lee Stadtlander. In this session Drs. Stadtlander, Laura Lynn, Mriam Ross, Mike Furukawa, an…
- ORDS Ep11 Diss Mentor Master Class- Mentoring Difficult Students
Episode 11 of Dissertation Mentoring Master Classes, with host Dr.Deborah Inman. In this session, Drs. Richard Penny, Mark Gordon, and Gina Dyson discuss Mentoring difficult students.
- ORDS Ep10 Diss Mentor Master Class- Mentoring Chapters 4 & 5
Episode 10 of Dissertation Mentoring Master Classes with host Dr. Lee Stadtlander. In this session, Drs. Robert Levasseur, Leslie Hussey, and Denise Land discuss the Mentoring dissertation Chapters 4 & 5.
- ORDS Ep9 Diss Mentor Master Class- Mentoring Data Integrity
Episode 9 of Dissertation Mentoring Master Classes, with host Dr. Lee Stadtlander. In this session, Drs. Leilani Gjellstad, Amy Sickel, and Anne Hacker discuss Mentoring Data Collection and Data Integrity.
- ORDS Ep8 Diss Mentor Master Class- Mentoring Research Recruitment
Episode 8 of Dissertation Mentoring Master Classes, with host Dr. Lee Stadtlander. In this session, Drs. Leilani Gjellstad, Janice Long, and Ethel Perry discuss Mentoring Research Recruitment.
- ORDS Ep7 Diss Mentor Master Class- Mentoring The Proposal
Episode 7 of Dissertation Mentoring Master Classes, with host Dr. Lee Stadtlander. In this session, Drs. Carole Pearce, David Segal, and Vasileios Margaritis discuss Mentoring the Proposal.
- ORDS Ep6 Diss Mentor Master Class- Mentoring The Prospectus
Episode 6 of Dissertation Mentoring Master Classes, with host Dr. Lee Stadtlander. In this session, Drs. Michael Furukawa and Raj Singh discuss Mentoring the Prospectus.
- ORDS Ep5 Diss Mentor Master Class- Positive Communication
Episode 5 of Dissertation Mentoring Master Classes, with host Dr. Lee Stadtlander. In this session, Drs. Miriam Ross, Greg Campbell, and Matt Frederiksen-England discuss Fostering Positive Communication.
- ORDS Ep 26 Mentoring And Emotional Intelligence
Episode 26 of Research Talk, from the Office of Research and Doctoral Services at Walden University with host, Dr. Lee Stadtlander. In this session Dr. Stadtlander and Dr. Lori LaCivita (psychology) discuss mentoring and emotional intellig…
- ORDS Ep4 Diss Mentor Master Class- Working With Committee Members
Episode 4 of Dissertation Mentoring Master Classes, with host Dr. Lee Stadtlander. In this session, Drs. Stadtlander, Deb Lewis, Mark Gordon, and Robert McWhirt discuss Working with Committee Members.