Behind the Bearcat

This week Hannah and Travis welcome Dr. Bronson Herrera, Assistant Professor of Political Science, to the podcast to talk about what Political Science actually is, how his mentor changed his life, and how he came to Northwest Missouri State University. Remember to like and subscribe to never miss an episode and catch up on past episodes on our website at https://www.nwmissouri.edu/career/podcast.htm

This week Travis and Hannah talk to Northwest Assistant Directior of Wellness Services, Judy Frueh, about her career journey to Northwest, going back to school as an adult learner, and her advice for students to stay healthy. Remember to like and subscribe to never miss an episode and catch up on past episodes on our website at https://www.nwmissouri.edu/career/podcast.htm

This week Hannah and Travis talk with new Career Ambassador, and former PBL Intern, Jana DeVaul, about her high school experience with Skills USA, her future plans as a teacher and educator, and her thoughts on the effects of COVID on her generation. Remember to like and subscribe to never miss an episode and catch up on past episodes on our website at https://www.nwmissouri.edu/career/podcast.htm

This week Travis and Hannah chat with Northwest Assistant Vice President of Diversity and Inclusion, Dr. Shay Malone about her journey from dancer to higher education, what the Northwest Diversity and Inclusion office does for the Northwest community, and how we can all be more accepting and inclusive. Remember to like and subscribe to never miss an episode and catch up on past episodes on our website at https://www.nwmissouri.edu/career/podcast.htm

This week Hannah and Travis talk with KXCV-KRNW Radio Station Manager and voice of the Bearcats, John Coffey about how he became station manager at KXCV-KRNW, tips for students who want to do sports broadcasting, and some of his favorite memories from covering Bearcat sports. Learn more about KXCV-KRNW on their website at kxcv.org. Remember to like and subscribe to never miss an episode and catch up on past episodes on our website at https://www.nwmissouri.edu/career/podcast.htm

This week Travis and Hannah chat with Alexander Zimmerman (AKA Zim), art lecturer in the Department of Fine and Performing Arts, about his artistic journey, his thoughts on the value of the arts in education, and his work and artistic process. Find Zim on TikTok at thezim, on Instagram at _thezim, on YouTube and Twitch at thezimvideo, and on his personal website at thezim.com. Remember to like and subscribe to never miss an episode and catch up on past episodes on our website at https://www.nwmissouri.edu/career/podcast.htm

This week Travis and Hannah chat with senior Accounting Major, Jackson Weddle about how he fell into hosting TV shows on KNWT, founding Cats in Blazers, and the importance of networking and putting yourself out there. Remember to like and subscribe to never miss an episode and catch up on past episodes on our website at https://www.nwmissouri.edu/career/podcast.htm

This week Hannah and Travis talk with new Northwest Assistant Professor of Communication, Adam Whiteside about discovering Advertising was not the path for him, his research in relationships, dating, and masculinity, and how attending a conference landed him a job at Northwest. Remember to like and subscribe to never miss an episode and catch up on past episodes on our website at https://www.nwmissouri.edu/career/podcast.htm

This week Travis and Hannah chat with Northwest Assistant Professor of Geography, Dr. Jesse Lane, about teaching at both the high school and college level, how he became an academic, and his advice for college students and future educators. Remember to like and subscribe to never miss an episode and catch up on past episodes on our website at https://www.nwmissouri.edu/career/podcast.htm

Behind the Bearcat is back for season 5! This week Hannah and Travis talk with Northwest Multimedia Specialist, Lauren Adams, about her journey from Northwest student to staff member, her favorite events on campus, and her advice for media students. Remember to like and subscribe to never miss an episode and catch up on past episodes on our website at https://www.nwmissouri.edu/career/podcast.htm