This is an engaging interview with Elise Thompson, Associate Professor of Nursing at the University of North Carolina Wilmington. We delve into Elise's expertise in using virtual reality in nursing education. Elise shares insights on integrating faith into her teaching, navigating life’s challenges, and offering support to students. The interview touches on topics such as handling difficult times, encouraging students to pursue their calling, and fostering community on campus.
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Chapters: 

00:00 Virtual Reality in Nursing
02:42 Embarrassing Moments as a College Student
04:16 Question from Student, Jamie Ward: How have your biggest difficulties pushed you closer to God and how did you remain faithful to him?
04:38 Dealing with the Death of a Parent
09:53 When is another time that you had to trust God and take a step of faith as a professor?
14:03 How do your students respond when you say you're praying for them?
14:35 What is something students would be surprised to know about the life of a professor?
15:38 What is it like being a Christian professor on a secular campus?
15:53 Glorifying God in Different Fields
20:19 Avoiding Bitterness and Drawing Closer to God in Times of Trial
23:04 Encouraging Students to Think Beyond Traditional Christian Vocations
24:53 Advice for 18-Year-Old Self
25:36 Advice for Graduating Seniors
26:39 Advice for Other Christian Professors
27:12 Advice for Parents of College Students

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We start Part 2 with Len Lecci asking him to tell us about students who come to his office to talk about God. Len answers another question from Danielle Cooper about if there has ever been a time where he felt conflicted about something that he had to teach. And she asks how his faith has grown at a secular university different from being at a Christian university?
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We have a fun and thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Len Lecci, Professor of Psychology at the University of North Carolina Wilmington, [email protected].
Dr. Lecci's research is diverse, ranging from early memory loss detection to exploring biases in jury decisions. Recently awarded for his brain injury research, Dr. Lecci brings a unique perspective to our discussion today. But what's truly captivating is Dr. Lecci's faith in Jesus.
From his upbringing in the Catholic tradition to his exploration of Christian apologetics, Dr. Lecci shares how his faith grew over time, intertwining with his rational approach to life's questions. Join us as we delve into his story, touching on doubt, trust, and the intersection of faith and reason.
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Dr. Anka Roberto, Associate Professor of Nursing at the University of North Carolina Wilmington, [email protected], shares her unusual journey to finding intimacy with Jesus while sitting on a floor, how her daughter was born with congenital heart defects, her experience with the Sandy Hook school shooting, and Anka’s battle with cancer. 

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