The Look No Feather Podcast

In this episode, we talk with Dr. Samantha Shune, Associate Professor, Interim Program Director for Communication Disorders and Sciences (CDS) as a whole and Director of Undergraduate Studies for CDS, about the major and career paths in speech-language pathology and audiology. Dr. Shune shares her journey into the field, explains the CDS 4+1 program, and discusses how the major prepares students for graduate school. We also explore observation hours, career opportunities with or without a graduate degree, and tips for choosing a minor or second major and gaining extracurricular experience to help students reach their academic and career goals.

Resources:

Dr. Samantha Shune: https://education.uoregon.edu/directory/cds/all/sshune

CDS Program: https://education.uoregon.edu/cds

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In this episode, we interview Dr. Elisa Jamgochian and Dr. Stephanie Shire to learn more about the University of Oregon’s Special Education Master’s Program (AMP, MS, MEd). Dr. Jamgochian coordinates the Special Education Minor as well as the K–12 Licensure and Master’s Degree programs, while Dr. Shire oversees the Master’s + Early Intervention Licensure programs. Together, they explain the structure of the accelerated program, the different licensure pathways, and the types of students and career goals each option is designed to support. The conversation also offers insight into applying to the program and preparing for the special education job market after graduation.

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In this episode, we talk to Olivia (Sparks) Iverson, the Native American and Indigenous Recruitment Coordinator for the Sapsik'ʷałá Teacher Education Program at the University of Oregon. Olivia shares what the program is all about, who it's for, how it differs from other teacher education programs, and how it’s funded through a Department of Education grant. She also explains the service payback expectations for scholars, reflects on her own experience as a graduate of the program, and shares her favorite UO memory. 

Resources:  
Sapsik'ʷałá Teacher Education Program: https://education.uoregon.edu/sapsikwala 
Olivia (Sparks) Iverson: https://blogs.uoregon.edu/sapsikwala/faculty-and-staff/ 

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In this episode, we’re joined by a few special guests from the College of Education advising team at the University of Oregon! While Emma and Mariah are your usual hosts, they’re excited to welcome their colleagues Angela Dornbusch and Greg Brock to the conversation. Together, they dive into what brought them to UO, why they’re passionate about academic advising, and what it means to support students through their college journey. Plus, the discussion is moderated by one of our amazing student staff members from the HEDCO 130 front desk—bringing a student perspective to the table.Resources: 
 

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In this episode Andrea Olson, Director of Stewardship and Donor Relations for the College of Education Office of Development, tells us more about scholarships available to COE students at the University of Oregon. We discuss different scholarship and funding awards, required application materials, and what the review process looks like.   
 
Resources: 
 
College of Education Scholarships and Funding: https://education.uoregon.edu/admissions/scholarships-funding  

Andrea Olson: https://education.uoregon.edu/directory/faculty/all/andreao  

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In this episode we learn more about the Collegiate Recovery Center from Hannah Jayne, Director of Prevention Services in the Office of the Dean of Students. We discuss resources available for students and different ways of building community through the center. 
 
Resources: 

The Collegiate Recovery Center: https://dos.uoregon.edu/recovery 

Hannah Jayne: https://dos.uoregon.edu/people/hannah-jayne  

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In this episode we talk to Katherine Donaldson from the UO Libraries. Katherine Donaldson is the UO Libraries’ primary liaison to the College of Education and the Department of Linguistics, providing research consultations, information literacy instruction, and collection development services. 

Resources:
UO Libraries: https://library.uoregon.edu/ 

Katherine Donaldson: https://library.uoregon.edu/directory/donaldson

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In this episode we learn more about the Family and Human Services (FHS) major! We had a chance to connect with Dr. Jen Doty, FHS Program Director, to discuss the program, the pathways within the major and the opportunities that students are provided. Additionally, we touch briefly on the careers that students tend to gravitate to with each FHS major pathway.  

Resources:

FHS Major: https://education.uoregon.edu/fhs 

Dr. Jen Doty: https://education.uoregon.edu/directory/fhs/all/jendoty 

Dr. Jen Doty Faculty Spotlight: https://education.uoregon.edu/faculty-spotlight-jen-doty-phd  

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In this episode we talk to the University of Oregon’s Class Encore Coordinator of the Tutoring and Academic Engagement Center, Michael Gwynn. Michael shares about the different resources available to students through the center and how students can get connected to them. TAEC helps UO students enhance their learning and success through tutoring, classes and workshops, individual consultations, graduate school test prep and supplemental instruction. Listen to our interview with Michael and learn more!  

Resources: 

Tutoring and Academic Engagement Center:  

https://engage.uoregon.edu/  

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In this episode we talk to the University of Oregon’s Associate Director of the Accessible Education Center, Katie Wolf. Katie shares about the different resources available to students through the center and how to get connected with them. The AEC is dedicated to facilitating and supporting accessible education through access and full inclusion of students with disabilities into the university environment. This is accomplished through effective collaborations/consultations with faculty/staff, proactive advising, and the fostering of systemic campus change. Listen to our interview with Katie and learn more!  

Resources: 

Accessible Education Center:  

https://aec.uoregon.edu/  

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