This is Oregon

On this episode, we're joined by Bennett Metcalf, a senior majoring in media studies and an intern for the @GoDucks creative team. Bennett shares his experience working behind the scenes of some of the Oregon Athletic teams and how the experience has shaped his time at UO and his career goals.

Topics

• Why Oregon? [0:39]
• GoDucks intern experience [3:20]
• Connecting coursework and hands-on experience [8:00]
• Takeaways from the experience [9:28]
• Advice for aspiring social media interns [10:50]

Guest

• Bennett Metcalf, class of 2025 (media studies)

Resources

• @GoDucks Creative Team, current University of Oregon students can submit their application for the internship program.
• Undergraduate Media Studies Program, learn about the program and opportunities to build your communication skills within the School of Journalism and Communication.
• Oregon Athletics News and Social Accounts, follow your favorite teams and get the latest news and updates from Oregon Athletics.

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On this episode, we're joined by Giana Swift, a senior majoring in sports business and marketing and a marketing intern for the Oregon Athletic department. Giana discusses her behind-the-scenes work at Oregon Athletic events and how her experiences inside and outside the classroom have influenced her time at UO and shaped her career aspirations.

Topics

• Why Oregon? [1:14]
• A look inside the Oregon Athletic Dept. [3:27]
• The power of mentorship [15:30]
• Turning lessons into leadership [19:33]
• Tips for student success [22:19]

Guest

• Giana Swift, class of 2025 (sports business and marketing)

Resources

• Warsaw Sports Business Center, discover the first-ever Sports Business Center designed to help students gain hands-on experience and develop skills in the growing industry of Sports Business within the Lundquist College of Business.
• Undergraduate Sports Business Program, explore the program and opportunities to gain valuable insights into the world of Sports Business within the Lundquist College of Business.
• Undergraduate Media Studies Minor Program, learn about the Media Studies Minor and opportunities to build your communication skills for a career in media within the School of Journalism and Communication.
• Oregon Athletics News and Social Accounts, follow your favorite teams and get the latest news and updates from Oregon Athletics.
• Super Duck Fan: Baby Duck, learn about the charming story of University of Oregon's favorite fan, Baby Duck Avery.

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On this episode, we're joined by Nick Willett, associate professor in the UO Department of Bioengineering, and Bev Smith, executive director of Kidsports, to discuss the physical and mental health benefits of sports for youth. They recap their panel conversation on the topic from the Global Sport University Network's inaugural summit in September 2024 and go into greater detail about the partnership between Kidsports, the UO Phil and Penny Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact, and the Wu Tsai Human Performance Alliance.

Topics

• What is Kidsports [0:58]
• Physical education [3:15]
• Kidsports partnership with Wu Tsai Alliance [6:50]
• Meeting children where they are [9:06]
• Coach training at Kidsports [15:18]
• Importance of physical activity for kids [19:58]

Guests

• Bev Smith
• Nick Willett

More information

• Global Sport University Network (GSUN)
• Inaugural GSUN summit
• Wu Tsai Human Performance Alliance
• Kidsports

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On this episode we're joined by Jen Doty, associate professor at the University of Oregon's Department of Counseling Psychology and Human Services. Doty shares advice and resources on how parents can help kids safely navigate online spaces like social media.

Topics

• Is kids' screen time a problem? [1:25]
• How much time kids spend on screens [4:03]
• A helpful framework for parents [6:47]
• Pros and cons of monitoring software [11:45]
• Resources to help parents determine appropriate content [15:11]
• Signs that a child's technology use is a problem [18:25]

Guest

• Jen Doty, associate professor in the Department of Counseling Psychology

Resources

• Common Sense Media, a nonprofit group that provides information about kids and digital media, including ratings and reviews of movies, TV, games and apps.
• Family Media Plan, an interactive website created by the American Academy of Pediatrics to guide parents in setting up house rules that match their child's developmental age and their family's values.
• Wait until 8th, an organization that helps families in a community work together to delay internet-enabled smartphones until at least the end of 8th grade.

Quotes from the Episode

• "The research actually doesn't show ... any association between screen time and teens' mental health. I think part of what's happening here is for some kids it might be a problem and for others it could actually be a help."

• "Tweens, 8- to 12-year-olds, are spending over five hours a day on screens, and teenagers are spending over eight hours a day."

• "Our own research has shown that talking with kids about technology, having those active conversations and establishing house rules ... has been shown to reduce cyberbullying, risky online behaviors and sexting behaviors."

• "Every family ... has to make their own decision, but whenever you do give kids a phone, I would strongly suggest some training and monitoring so that you know they're using it in a responsible way."

• "I can't emphasize enough how important face-to-face relationships are and the critical role parents and caregivers play. Even if kids are ahead of you developmentally when it comes to technology, socially they have a lot to learn and they learn that in our face-to-face relationships."

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On this episode, we're joined by Dr. Kathryn Ackerman, Jennifer Langton, and John Strong. They recap their keynote conversation on the female athlete from the Global Sport University Network's inaugural summit in September 2024 and expand on questions they weren't able to get to during the summit.

Topics:

• The digital athlete [3:49]
• Importance of collaboration [5:50]
• Bridging two worlds [10:39]
• Supporting female athletes in adolescence [15:38]
• Emerging technology and research [21:03]

Guests:

• Dr. Kathryn Ackerman
• Jennifer Langton
• John Strong

More information:

• Global Sport University Network (GSUN)
• Inaugural GSUN summit
• Wu Tsai Human Performance Alliance

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On this episode we're joined by Christopher Hendon, assistant professor of chemistry and biochemistry. We discuss Hendon's coffee lab, his ongoing quest for better coffee through chemistry, and tips for at-home baristas.

Topics:

• University of Oregon Coffee Lab [1:00]
• Chemistry of a good cup of coffee, and tips for home baristas [2:50]
• Recent research on static in coffee grounds [17:38]

Guest:

• Christopher Hendon, assistant professor of chemistry

More information:

• Hendon Lab
• Washington Post coverage of Hendon's research

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On this episode we're joined by Mike Hahn, professor of human physiology and director of the Bowerman Sports Science Center. We discuss his team's research on distance running, fatigue, and tips to get the most out of your run while avoiding injury.

Topics:

• Marathon fatigue research [1:24]
• Wu Tsai Human Performance Alliance [7:01]
• Tips for runners [9:40]

Guest:

• Mike Hahn, professor of human physiology and director of the Bowerman Sports Science Center

More information:

• Bower Sports Science Center
• Wu Tsai Human Performance Alliance

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