Cloud of Witnesses CLT

This week’s episode we sit down with Charryse Johnson, owner of Jade Integrative Counseling and Wellness, alongside various student leaders at UNC Charlotte. Kelsey Lane, Secretary of Student Affairs, Vince Graham, Student Body Vice President, Katie Walsh, Upperclassmen Senator At-Large, and Matt Ramsay, ASG Liaison join us to dish on how they are all surviving and striving to thrive through Zoom University. Taheerah, Chloe and Cole open the door for topics in relation to mental health, academic wellness, balance, seeking support and accountability. It is important as student leaders to shed light on tips necessary to help each other through these unprecedented times.

Vote, Don’t Scapegoat! With the 2020 elections quickly approaching, we thought it informative to provide you some civic leadership advice from the experts. On this episode we are operating in a slightly different format for you! We have a panel style discussion with 3 extremely informed guests, who will be dishing you EVERY thing you need to know about how to be the best civically engaged leader you can or how you can participate in civic activities on campus.

We have Dr. Tamara Johnson, Director of Engaged Scholarship at UNCC. We have UNCC Master of Public Administration Candidate Kiley Murray, who is also a Graduate Assistant for Urban Reasearch and Community Engagement and last but not least, we have Computer Science and International Studies major, Shaniece Board, Civic Engagement and Democracy Director of Leadership and Community Engagement (AKA LEADS). Tune in to learn about all the important details you’ll need for the upcoming 2020 elections!

Derrick D. Jones, Ph.D and superstar Grad Student of UNC Greensboro joined us today to discuss his research with MRSA, as well as his journey through grad school and the obstacles along the way. They touch on mentorship and mentee-ship and just how powerful these connections can be. Dr. Jones expands on his work with increasing inclusivity for marginalized groups within the field of STEM and graduate students in general. As a huge mental health advocate, Dr. Jones walks us through his mental health journey and gives “planet-shaking” advice on how to remember to celebrate and continue to build your community despite these uncertain circumstances brought forth by the pandemic. Lastly, always remember YOU were CHOSEN and to always believe in YOURSELF!

Derrick D. Jones, Ph.D and superstar Grad Student of UNC Greensboro joined us today to discuss his research with MRSA, as well as his journey through grad school and the obstacles along the way. They touch on mentorship and mentee-ship and just how powerful these connections can be. Dr. Jones expands on his work with increasing inclusivity for marginalized groups within the field of STEM and graduate students in general. As a huge mental health advocate, Dr. Jones walks us through his mental health journey and gives “planet-shaking” advice on how to remember to celebrate and continue to build your community despite these uncertain circumstances brought forth by the pandemic. Lastly, always remember YOU were CHOSEN and to always believe in YOURSELF!

Dr. Lennon, Ph.D, joins us today to speak on the mission of CAPS (Center for Counseling and Psychological Services) at UNC Charlotte. She touches on not only the inside services CAPS offers, but also the outside resources they use to connect with students. We discuss the impacts of mental health on physical health and how it can also transcend vice versa. As we are all trying to navigate through these unprecedented times it is important to find a sense of community and an appropriate outlet, whether it be transformative yoga or finding a Healing and Empowerment Gathering with those who identify with you. Tune in to learn about the many ways that CAPS is working to better the lives of UNC Charlotte Students!