Life on the Hill

In this episode we will hear from Vice President and Dean of Students, Terry Martinez.  Some of the topics discussed include the push leading to break, revisiting the Town Hall, her role as Chief Diversity Officer, how students can give her feedback, what she is grateful for and how she shows gratitude, making healthy choices when stressed, and she shares her campus pet peeve.

Released on November 18, 2019

In this episode we will hear from Jessica Moulite, member of the Class of 2014. Some of the topics discussed include her transition to Hamilton from Miami as a Posse Scholar, her path to her career in media, the process of truly becoming an adult, moving through adjustment issues post-College, how her intersectionality played out a Hamilton and continues to in her work and life today, and colorism.

Released on November 13, 2019

In this episode we will hear from Honor Allen, member of the Class of 2021.  Some of the topics discussed include how she has navigated her time on the Hill, following your interests, the importance of sleep, the urgency for us to build community across difference, and self care as a means to be a better community member.

Released on November 6, 2019

In this episode we will hear from Director of Outdoor Leadership, Andrew Jillings.  Some of the topics discussed include his relationship with winter, what to wear, where to find it, and ways to afford it, fun things to do outside in the winter, and strategies for learning to drive in the snow.

Released on October 28, 2019

In this special October break episode we will hear from my kids, Bennett (4 1/2) and Wesley (2 1/2).  Some of the topics discussed include sandwiches and dinosaurs, relaxation strategies, the importance of stretching, being thankful for toys and family, driving rocket ships, and ways to have fun in the winter.

Released on October 20, 2019

In this episode we will hear from Assistant Director of Outdoor Leadership, Sarah Jillings.  Some of the topics discussed include her masters thesis on highly satisfied Hamilton students, A, B, and C friends, putting yourself in front of caring adults on campus, aligning your time with your values, and the importance of movement in a group setting.

Released on October 20, 2019

In this episode we will hear from Vice President and Dean of Students, Terry Martinez.  Some of the topics discussed include reevaluating your commitments and routines, moving through home sickness, taking advantage of break, the pressure we put on ourselves, embracing the awkwardness, and strategies to maximize your relationships with faculty members.

Released on October 13, 2019

In this episode we will hear from Meg Bolger, member of the Hamilton College Class of 2011, co-author of the book of Unlocking the Magic of Facilitation, and social entrepreneur and facilitator whose work primarily focuses on social justice.  Some of the topics discussed include Meg's experience has a Hamilton student, how coming out impacted her time at Hamilton, reflection and self-compassion, being a change agent at Hamilton, working with Residential Life on creating the gender inclusive housing policy, the value of protest, and the importance of a well-rounded approach to activism.

You can find Meg Bolger's work here: https://www.megbolger.com/

Released on October 6, 2019

In this episode we will hear from Kureem Nugent, member of the Hamilton College Class of 2018 and Watson Fellow.  Some of the topics discussed include Kureem's experience has a Hamilton student, applying for a fellowship, navigating life post-college, traveling the world independently, approaches to education around the world, the importance of in and out of class advisors, and Ginny Dosch, Hamilton's Student Fellowships Coordinator.

Released on September 27, 2019