Fac/Staff Lounge

”Fac/Staff Lounge” is the go-to podcast for faculty and staff in US higher education. Join Dr. Laura De Veau, a seasoned higher education strategist and thought leader, as she explores pressing issues, trends, and innovations shaping American colleges and universities. With over three decades of experience in student affairs administration, Dr. De Veau brings expert insights and engaging discussions to the forefront of higher education discourse. Each episode features in-depth conversations with fellow educators, administrators, and industry experts, covering topics such as institutional challenges, professional development, policy changes, and best practices in teaching and leadership. Whether you’re a professor, administrator, or staff member, ”Fac/Staff Lounge” offers valuable perspectives and actionable strategies to navigate the complex landscape of US higher education. Stay informed, inspired, and connected with your peers as Dr. De Veau unpacks the latest developments in academia, from funding and enrollment trends to equity initiatives and technological advancements. Tune in for thought-provoking discussions that will enhance your understanding of the field and empower you to make a positive impact on your campus and beyond.

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Episodes

Tuesday Nov 08, 2022

Are Southern universities and colleges finding a surge of applicants from “woke” havens on the coasts? In this episode of “Office Hours” we will be joined by reporter Nicole LaPorte, whose recent piece for Town & Country, entitled “Southern Exposure” documents how students, and parents, are seeking southern campuses where the temperature and the campus culture seems to be warmer.  Nicole LaPorte is a Los Angeles - Based Senior Writer for Fast Company who writes about where technology and entertainment intersect. She previously was a columnist for the New York Times and Staff Writer for Newsweek, The Daily Beast and Variety. She has also developed a strong interest in Higher Education, Her book, Guilty Admissions: The Bribes, Favors and Phonies Behind the College Cheating Scandal was published in 2021. Follow Nicole on Twitter @NicoleLaPorte1 Connect with Dr. De Veau: https://linktr.ee/deveautrain Be part of the next show https://f.chat/NGeR

Sunday Nov 06, 2022

Office Hours is Live at the Commit 2 Excellence Conference. On this episode, we meet four of the amazing C2E faculty, Linnita Hosten, Dr. Jermaine Davis, Connie Armento and Michael Miller. You will hear from them and see why the students who attended C2E got such an incredible experience exploring so many dimensions of their leadership. Be part of the next show https://f.chat/yaAD

Sunday Nov 06, 2022

Office Hours is Live at the Commit 2 Excellence Conference. Micro podding and handing out leadership advice. Meet Deishah from Augustana College, Bri from Stockton University, Darionta from Campbellsville University & Kavon from Corvias Foundation. Be part of the next show https://f.chat/2o7P

Live from C2E: Meet Sam!

Sunday Nov 06, 2022

Sunday Nov 06, 2022

Office Hours is Live at the Commit 2 Excellence Conference - Micro Podding and Meeting Participants and Handing Out Leadership Advice. Meet Sam who is looking for tactical and productive resources to sustain their campus GSA and look to the future. Be part of the next show https://f.chat/6NFc

Sunday Nov 06, 2022

Live from the Commit 2 Excellence Conference! Micro pods - leadership coaching! Meet Monica from Stockton University and Alex from Nashua Community College Be part of the next show https://f.chat/DMKS

Live from C2E: Meet Jewel!

Sunday Nov 06, 2022

Sunday Nov 06, 2022

Dr. DeVeau is on the faculty of the Commit 2 Excellence Leadership Conference and will be hosting 15 minute coaching on the floor of the conference! Join in - hear from attendees about their leadership challenges - and get the DL on what they can take back to their lives on campus. And live listeners - pitch in on the advice! On this episode, meet Jewel from New Hampshire Technical Institute. Jewel has questions about creating a podcast, taking risks and decides to take a leap toward their future. Be part of the next show https://f.chat/BePb

Sunday Nov 06, 2022

Dr. DeVeau is on the faculty of the Commit 2 Excellence Leadership Conference and will be hosting 15 minute coaching on the floor of the conference! Join in - hear from attendees about their leadership challenges - and get the DL on what they can take back to their lives on campus. On this episode - meet Addie from High Point University, Carla from Fitchburg State University and Lauren from Nashua Community College! Be part of the next show https://f.chat/cjpA

November Think Tank!

Friday Nov 04, 2022

Friday Nov 04, 2022

The Think Tank Returns for a discussion of the outcomes of a report on PELL affordability nation wide. Are there less institutions that are financially in play for qualified PELL students? The answer is YES, but what is the future for these students? We will also be taking on the issue of legacy admissions. Join us on November 1st! Be part of the next show https://f.chat/fDia

Wednesday Oct 19, 2022

Being an educator means (hopefully) having an impact on one’s students. On the next episode of Office Hours we are joined by a member of the House of De Veau, K. Parker Hess, who will speak on the transition from Graduate Student, to New Professional to “Next Step Pro”. Be ready for a lively conversation between Dr. De Veau and ONE of her favorite Mentees. Be part of the next show https://f.chat/SZBN

October Think Tank!

Wednesday Oct 05, 2022

Wednesday Oct 05, 2022

On the October episode of the Office Hours Think Tank we will be discussing tuition resets, the recent back and forth and back again on LGBTQ student group recognition at Yeshiva University and we will give a brief insight into the importance of strong crisis management within a campus. Be a part of the next show by signing up at firesidechat.com

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