Terrier Talks

Adam and Lorna reflect on what lies ahead of them and how it feels adulting. They also discuss the professional yet fun nature of Sugar Day and some highlights from their time at Hiram including jobs and resources that the school had to offer.

Lorna and Adam talk about all the things they love to do when it is sunny in Hiram: exploring walking paths on and near campus, having class outside, the best hammock spots, and more.

Professor James Thompson, Ph.D. is the director of the James A. Garfield Center for Public Leadership. He joined the podcast this week alongside two GCPL students, Luke Mackall '27 and Ben Rainone '27. We discuss GCPL's mission and structure, recent international trip to Switzerland, and the responsibilities of student leaders. 

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The Garfield Center for Public Leadership is accepting applicants for the 25-26 academic year. Applications are due at the end of March. Please contract Professor Thompson for more information.

It's Spring Break and terriers are off for a week, taking in the sun and sleeping in. But is break a blessing or a curse? Adam and Lorna explore the pitfalls of having a week off and the importance of keeping gratitude as busy senior students. 

Reyna Polley '25 and Jasmine Thompson '25 brought their community spirit to this week's episode. In conversation with Lorna and Adam, the duo shared how Americorps's partnership with Hiram College has built a place for students of all backgrounds. With over two hundred students in the past year alone making their way into the office, it was time to invite our Americorp students BACK for a second episode highlighting everything the office offers. From food to hair care, chili & cornbread, and opportunities for students to involve themselves in service, Americorps shines and serves. 

Today, Adam sits down with professor Eric Wilhelms to discuss the study abroad trip he is leading in fall 2025,"Creativity and Community in Berlin and Austria."

Want to apply for this trip? Head to hiram.edu/study-abroad/

Join Lorna from February 18 - 27 in the Hiram College Writing Center to learn more about opportunities with the Gilman Scholarship Program for Study Abroad and apply for the scholarship!

In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, Adam and Lorna spend this episode barking about all things love. This laid back discussion explores responsibility within relationships. How do you show love as a partner, friend, and even a student? These are the questions we ask in this week’s episode of Terrier Talks. 

Highly anticipated and requested guest Steve Murphy joins Adam and Lorna this week to discuss all things bistro and community. 'Bistro Steve' shares his philosophy on food and life, giving advice to graduating seniors and Hiramites of all standings.

Lorna '25 and Adam '25 get to know Terri A. Jackson, the new Office of Campus Involvement director. She shares stories from her career journey that keep her working in student development and the philosophy she is bringing to Hiram. Learn more about her plans for OCI - including student leadership initiatives and her 'Pillow Talk' series. Learn how to get involved, why Terri has been referred to as 'the velvet hammer', and exactly what purpose happy hour plays in your education. 

Welcome back Terrier family!

This week we're talking all about Lorna's 3-week trip to the Galapagos, Adam's interactive 3-week writing course, the official opening of the Secondhand Stand, and what we're looking forward to for our last semester as Hiram Terriers. 🥲