Tech Respect

This Veterans Day, Robert Walker sits down with Matt Maxey, UAT’s Financial Aid Team Lead and a U.S. Army veteran, for a special episode of Tech Respect. Matt talks about his time in the Army, what he brought from military service into civilian life, and how that experience shapes the way he helps students today. He and Robert also get practical about education benefits: how veterans and military-connected students can use them to pursue a tech degree, the common pitfalls to avoid, and why it’s worth reaching out to Financial Aid early. Whether you’re a veteran thinking about what’s next, a family member, or someone who wants to honor those who served, this episode is about service, transition, and the respect that comes with both.

For Career Development Month, host Robert Walker talks with Jake Henningsen, UAT’s Career Services Coordinator, about how Career Services helps students launch their tech careers. Topics include résumé and portfolio reviews, mock interviews, internships, and connecting with employers. Jake also shares what tech employers want and why it pays to start career prep early.

Your data is collected every time you go online, but who controls it, and who sets the rules? Host Robert Walker sits down with Professor Rawad Habib to explore data privacy and governance: how organizations collect and manage personal information, the policies and regulations that hold them accountable, and practical steps you can take to protect your own data. Whether you’re a tech professional, business leader, or everyday user, this conversation will change how you think about the information you share.

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UAT alumni Orlando McBride and Baylee Balsimo Ketelhut just shipped Stella Astrum, a cozy galaxy-building game on Steam. They join Robert Walker on Tech Respect to talk about the journey from idea to launch day, the lessons learned along the way, and their advice for future game developers.

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In this Special Episode, UAT Founder Dr. Dominic Pistillo sits down with Robert Walker to share the story behind the creation of the University of Advancing Technology. From the early days of personal computing and engineering innovation to pioneering new approaches in higher education, Dr. Pistillo reflects on the vision, challenges, and lessons that helped shape one of the nation's most unique technology universities.The conversation explores innovation, learning methodologies, systems thinking, artificial intelligence, game-based learning, and the future of education in a rapidly changing technological world. Whether you're a current student, prospective student, educator, or technology enthusiast, this episode offers a fascinating look at the philosophy that continues to drive UAT forward.

To kick off Season 3, we're joined by Dean of Faculty Ally Videtic for a special Constitution Day conversation. As students navigate an increasingly digital world, what does it mean to uphold constitutional values — free speech, privacy, due process — both on campus and online? Dean Videtic joins host Robert Walker to unpack how the principles of the Constitution intersect with technology, digital citizenship, and respect in our everyday interactions.

To kick off Season 3, we're joined by Dean of Faculty Ally Videtic for a special Constitution Day conversation. As students navigate an increasingly digital world, what does it mean to uphold constitutional values — free speech, privacy, due process — both on campus and online? Dean Videtic joins host to unpack how the principles of the Constitution intersect with technology, digital citizenship, and respect in our everyday interactions.

Host Robert Walker talks with Faridodin "Fredi" Lajvardi, CEO of Firewheel STEM Institute, and CFO Glen Pohle about the organization's current work expanding STEM access for youth in the Chandler, Arizona area.

https://www.firewheel.org/

What does it take to create more opportunities in tech for the next generation? Join Host Robert Walker, as he sits down with Diana, CEO of Coding in Color, to discuss breaking down barriers in technology, expanding access to STEM education, and building pathways for students from all backgrounds. From empowering future innovators to shaping a more inclusive tech industry, this conversation explores why representation, mentorship, and community matter now more than ever.

Coding In Color

How do you make STEM engaging, accessible, and fun for every student? In this episode of Tech Respect, host Robert Walker sits down with New Way Academy educator and STEM Camp leader Lenora to discuss hands-on learning, inspiring curiosity, and creating opportunities for students to discover their potential through technology and STEM education.