Ms. Behavior

By Colette Shaw and Kurt Doan

It's not uncommon for professionals in college student conduct to hear "Glad I don't have your job," but the impacts of how we approach conflict, crisis and discomfort have the potential to ripple

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The podcast currently has 52 episodes available.

Ms. Behavior episodes:

July 09, 2026 Outcomes & Outfits: Student Conduct Practices That Slay
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Samantha Collette promotes learning, respect and care in student conduct - all while slaying in kitten heels and flowy skirts. Her disarming style and strategies, in both community standards and student affairs fashion, live in a wide-open closet we can all borrow from. Listening to Sam, you can't help but recognize that kindness and curiosity aren't just trends. They are staples we should put on every morning to spark joy.
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Theme music "Fuzzball Parade" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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The views and opinions expressed by participants in Ms. Behavior are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of their employers or affiliated institutions.
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52min
July 02, 2026 Is Traitors a Mirror of Student Conduct?
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Colette and Kurt are shameless fans of the show Traitors, but also curious about how the game demonstrates human dynamics we see in conduct work. From examining evidence, recognizing our biases, making decisions about responsibility, and responding to intense emotions, we've got some fun lessons to learn.
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Ms. Behavior Blog and Website
Contact us at [email protected]
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Instagram: @MsBehaviorCollege
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ms-behavior-podcast
FB Page: Ms. Behavior
Threads: @MsBehaviorCollege
Tik Tok: @MsBehaviorCollege
Theme music "Fuzzball Parade" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
The views and opinions expressed by participants in Ms. Behavior are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of their employers or affiliated institutions.
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50min
June 25, 2026 You Be the Judge: The Case of the Expelled Reddit Ranter
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"Chris" was a college student. According to Chris's long post on Reddit, they were expelled from their institution and learned lots of lessons the hard way. Chris wrote their post to pass those lessons on to future accused students. This episode explores Chris's "Guide on Student Conduct," and their unfiltered perceptions of their campus's disciplinary processes. Kurt and Colette examine Chris's insights and assumptions, and consider how even factually inaccurate information might be important for administrators to carefully consider in order to improve transparency, learning and long-term outcomes.
Support the show
Ms. Behavior Blog and Website
Contact us at [email protected]
Follow us for updates:
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Instagram: @MsBehaviorCollege
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ms-behavior-podcast
FB Page: Ms. Behavior
Threads: @MsBehaviorCollege
Tik Tok: @MsBehaviorCollege
Theme music "Fuzzball Parade" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
The views and opinions expressed by participants in Ms. Behavior are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of their employers or affiliated institutions.
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35min
June 18, 2026 Conduct(ing) in Perfect Harmony. Lessons from the Joyful Conductor.
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Do you ever feel like the perfect hearing plays out like a beautiful collaboration with a fellow musician? It's not your imagination. Renowned conductor and composer Dr. Brian Norcross shares his insights on leadership, humility, challenge and support (yes, THAT challenge and support model), and the profound impact of empathy in education and community building. Learn some famous "Norcross-isms" and discover practical strategies to tap into your inner conductor to foster growth, trust, and resilience in students, colleagues and yourself.
Support the show
Ms. Behavior Blog and Website
Contact us at [email protected]
Follow us for updates:
YouTube Channel
Instagram: @MsBehaviorCollege
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ms-behavior-podcast
FB Page: Ms. Behavior
Threads: @MsBehaviorCollege
Tik Tok: @MsBehaviorCollege
Theme music "Fuzzball Parade" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
The views and opinions expressed by participants in Ms. Behavior are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of their employers or affiliated institutions.
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43min
June 11, 2026 Summer Planning: Back to Student Conduct Basics
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Colette and Kurt are excited about summer reflection and planning time. They lay out favorite resources, tips for policy updates, the importance of community engagement and the need for innovative strategies to enhance campus life and student success.

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Ms. Behavior Blog and Website
Contact us at [email protected]
Follow us for updates:
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Instagram: @MsBehaviorCollege
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ms-behavior-podcast
FB Page: Ms. Behavior
Threads: @MsBehaviorCollege
Tik Tok: @MsBehaviorCollege
Theme music "Fuzzball Parade" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
The views and opinions expressed by participants in Ms. Behavior are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of their employers or affiliated institutions.
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36min
June 05, 2026 Meet the Author! Researcher Dr. Erin Kaplan
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This summer's Ms. Behavior book club features Dr. Erin Kaplan's dissertation How Student Conduct Process Impacts Students Sense of Belonging. We'll we've got the author herself discussing her groundbreaking research and highlighting key findings. Colette and Dr. Kaplan explore how scholarship itself can transform student affairs practices.
Register for the "Just Desserts & Dissertations" book club and start reading today!
Support the show
Ms. Behavior Blog and Website
Contact us at [email protected]
Follow us for updates:
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Instagram: @MsBehaviorCollege
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ms-behavior-podcast
FB Page: Ms. Behavior
Threads: @MsBehaviorCollege
Tik Tok: @MsBehaviorCollege
Theme music "Fuzzball Parade" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
The views and opinions expressed by participants in Ms. Behavior are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of their employers or affiliated institutions.
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21min
May 28, 2026 Ranaysia Burrell-Holley: A New Professional with Seasoned Confidence
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Meet Ranaysia Burrell-Holley. Only one year out of grad school, her vast experience as a grad assistant set her up for all facets of student conduct. That experience led to a career change and a passion for helping students and student organizations move through conflict. Ranaysia has lessons to teach us about the intersection of kindness and strength. Discover how her human-centered approach strengthens relationships, reduces fear, and fosters a supportive campus culture.
Support the show
Ms. Behavior Blog and Website
Contact us at [email protected]
Follow us for updates:
YouTube Channel
Instagram: @MsBehaviorCollege
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ms-behavior-podcast
FB Page: Ms. Behavior
Threads: @MsBehaviorCollege
Tik Tok: @MsBehaviorCollege
Theme music "Fuzzball Parade" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
The views and opinions expressed by participants in Ms. Behavior are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of their employers or affiliated institutions.
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55min
May 21, 2026 Improv for Conduct. Improv for Leadership. Improv for Life.
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Higher education practitioner and innovator, Mark Salisbury shares insights on applying improv principles to improve student conduct outcomes, fortify leadership, and manage what he describes as the gnarly problems of everyday life. Discover practical activities, mental models, and the transformative power of 'Yes, and' for fostering authentic connections and growth. If you think improv is not for you, Mark shares the origin story of improvisation - which was invented to help trauma victims. While humor can be a byproduct, applied improv can help us navigate the most troubling of times.
Contact Mark at [email protected]
Episode Links:
Ms. Behavior Book Club. Register now!
Applied Improvisation Network
Support the show
Ms. Behavior Blog and Website
Contact us at [email protected]
Follow us for updates:
YouTube Channel
Instagram: @MsBehaviorCollege
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ms-behavior-podcast
FB Page: Ms. Behavior
Threads: @MsBehaviorCollege
Tik Tok: @MsBehaviorCollege
Theme music "Fuzzball Parade" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
The views and opinions expressed by participants in Ms. Behavior are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of their employers or affiliated institutions.
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56min
May 14, 2026 Year-End Reflections & Summer Aspirations
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In this mini end-of-year recap, let's reflect on the academic year, graduation celebrations, summer plans, and innovative ideas for professional development in student conduct. Colette and Kurt share personal stories, future plans, and invite community engagement as staffs ponder what sorts of creative work they can do to learn, grow and update practices.
Support the show
Ms. Behavior Blog and Website
Contact us at [email protected]
Follow us for updates:
YouTube Channel
Instagram: @MsBehaviorCollege
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ms-behavior-podcast
FB Page: Ms. Behavior
Threads: @MsBehaviorCollege
Tik Tok: @MsBehaviorCollege
Theme music "Fuzzball Parade" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
The views and opinions expressed by participants in Ms. Behavior are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of their employers or affiliated institutions.
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13min
May 07, 2026 The Myth of Being Too Nice
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In this mini end-of-year episode, Colette and Kurt explore the concerns they've heard from colleagues who fear being "too nice" to students. Themes explored include the long-term impacts of clarity and kindness in disciplinary processes. Our hosts explore a misconception that since the outside world is harsh, we're preparing students for life by expecting them to navigate non-optimal educational processes. Please consider clicking our link to write or call in to share your ideas about this important topic.
Support the show
Ms. Behavior Blog and Website
Contact us at [email protected]
Follow us for updates:
YouTube Channel
Instagram: @MsBehaviorCollege
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/ms-behavior-podcast
FB Page: Ms. Behavior
Threads: @MsBehaviorCollege
Tik Tok: @MsBehaviorCollege
Theme music "Fuzzball Parade" by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
The views and opinions expressed by participants in Ms. Behavior are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of their employers or affiliated institutions.
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18min

FAQs about Ms. Behavior:

How many episodes does Ms. Behavior have?

The podcast currently has 52 episodes available.