Empowering Students: Constitution Day and the Importance of Voting with Kelly Rivera Episode 204
The Mt. San Antonio College Podcast
Release Date: 10/29/2024
An Insider Look At Teaching Dual Enrollment Courses Episode 223
The Mt. San Antonio College Podcast
Today we are taking on a topic that sits at the intersection of high school and college education: Dual Enrollment. With the increase of dual enrollment courses at Mt SAC and across the state, we wanted to explore the lived realities of the instructors who are teaching these courses and leading the way for high school student success at the college level. I had the privilege of sitting down with two seasoned instructors, Felix Jollevet and Sonya Masl as well as Mt SAC’s new Dual Enrollment Faculty Liaison, Candace Leuthold. We had a chance to explore what dual enrollment actually is,...
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Teaching Under Fascism: Ideological Framing for Learning and Science Episode 222
The Mt. San Antonio College Podcast
How do political ideologies like fascism take shape, spread, and gain power over the way we think and act? Justin Freebourn, Ph.D. tackles this big question in this episode. He holds his ph.D. in Political Science from UC Riverside and has published work in the journals of Party Politics, Political Research Quarterly, and Legislative Studies Quarterly. As Freebourn shares in his talk from Fall Flex Day 2025 called “Teaching Under Fascism: Ideological Framing for Learning and Science”, he examinates how social sciences can shed light on how political shifts can lead to erosion of...
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Happy Holidays From The Mt. SAC Podcast!
The Mt. San Antonio College Podcast
We appreciate your support and hope you’ve enjoyed and learned from this season’s episodes so far! We will be taking a short break from releasing episodes over the coming holiday season. You can expect new episode releases when we return in the New Year, in January 2026. The best way to not miss our return is to make sure you’re subscribed to the podcast on your favorite listening app - if you’re not already subscribed. From everyone here at the Mt. SAC podcast - we are wishing you a safe and happy holiday season! Run Time: 2:00 min To Find the full transcript for...
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The Role of Academic Senate & The Classroom Connection with Tania Anders Episode 221
The Mt. San Antonio College Podcast
Grounded in the work and priorities of the Academic Senate, Dr. Tania Anders, an Oceanography professor and part of the Earth Sciences program and current President of the Academic Senate shares her insight on the value of a great team with diverse experiences and strengths in the senate to support thoughtful work in the Senate, as well as in the classroom and lab. Listen in for Tania’s concise explanation of the Senate role, commonly called “the 10+1,” into three areas of focus. You’ll learn how DEISA + principles are at the core and how healing-centered practices can help us...
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We Are On Native Land - Fall Flex 2025 with Dr. Primavera Reza-Nakonechny Episode 220
The Mt. San Antonio College Podcast
While many of us celebrate Thanksgiving, we must also acknowledge that it is a holiday often observed in a way that erases the lived experiences of Indigenous people and ignores the ongoing impact of colonial oppression. In this episode taken from Fall Flex Day 2025, we hand the microphone over to Dr. Primavera Reza-Nakonechny. In this workshop, she breaks down the collaborative effort and complexity behind drafting a meaningful land acknowledgement, sheds light on the attempt to censor specific words in education, and the persistent attempts at historical erasure. You’ll also hear from...
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Experiential Learning Beyond Borders - Mt. SAC’s Osaka Study Abroad Program Episode 219
The Mt. San Antonio College Podcast
Professor Keiko Tsurumi was so inspired by the growth and resilience of the students who participated in the Mt. SAC Osaka Program that she wanted to share their experiences with all of us. As you’ll hear, the program is the result of years of planning and coordination, a testament to Tsurumi-Sensei’s dedication to supporting student learning. As you listen to Professor Tsurumi, and students Gio and Diego, you’ll hear the impact of combining high expectations with resolute compassion for students. This study abroad program set a high bar, and yet, the students continued with...
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Where Art Meets Skate Episode 218
The Mt. San Antonio College Podcast
What does skating and environmental advocacy have in common? As it turns out, a lot. This episode of the Mt. San Antonio College Podcast introduces award-winning skateboarder and environmentalist Peggy Oki, who visited campus to talk about her legacy skating, but also how it opened her eyes to the natural world. Hosts Chisa Uyeki and Ivan Sanchez meet students creating their own skateboard art and art letters, shedding light on the intersections between skate culture, creativity, and environmental activism, and proving the value of creative approaches to advocacy. ...
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The Power of Language & How We Express Ourselves Episode 217
The Mt. San Antonio College Podcast
Welcome back to the Mt. San Antonio College Podcast! Hosts Chisa Uyeki and Ivan Sanchez introduce us to the work of Dr. Lisbet Sanchez, who reflects on the power of language and describes encouraging her students to write poetry in Spanish or in any way that feels natural. When she did, she witnessed a transformation: as students were given freedom and agency, their use of Spanish blossomed—from a mix to writing full poems. Tune in on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts. Resources: Link: Link: Link: Anzaldúa, Gloria. Borderlands = La Frontera....
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Welcoming Students, Faculty, and Staff Back to Campus Episode 216
The Mt. San Antonio College Podcast
Welcome back to the Mt. San Antonio College Podcast! In this special season 10 premiere, hosts Chisa Uyeki and Ivan Sanchez dive into the heart of what makes Mt. SAC — and community colleges in general — so unique: a deep commitment to creative, innovative teaching and ongoing learning. This season, we’re excited to introduce our new producer, Kate Mishkin, who brings her passion for storytelling and curiosity about education into the mix. Season 10 is all about reconnecting to purpose. Tune in on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your podcasts. Run time: 8:24 min To find the...
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Connecting Mt. SAC’s Communities & Initiatives with the Power of Podcasting Episode 215
The Mt. San Antonio College Podcast
This season of the podcast has come to a close! We will be going on break until we come back in the Fall. In this episode, Season Nine hosts, Ivan and Chisa, reflect on their first time hosting and creating the podcast. They share what they learned and what they loved about the podcast creation process. Plus, they each highlight a few of the important initiatives that they crafted episodes around this year. We also wanted to thank YOU for listening. Here are Ivan’s and Chisa's takeaways. Enjoy! Run Time: 14:53 To Find the full transcript for this episode click
info_outlineEach September 17th the Geography and Political Science Department hosts a campus-wide event to highlight Constitution Day.
This year, a student and alumna of the Mt. SAC Forensic program debated on forced choice voting, and a panel of faculty presented on election-related topics including the current issues motivating the political party bases, political communication, the psychology of polarization, how state election laws vary, and the California proposition process, as well as how to become a more informed voter.
In this episode we hear from students who attended the Constitution Day event and you’ll join me for a sit down with Kelly Rivera, Constitution Day organizer, Chair of the Geography and Political Science Department, and a friend of the POD, (that is, a friend of the Mt. SAC Podcast), to discuss Constitution Day. Kelly will share with us how the Constitution (and Constitution Day) connects to voting and elections in our democracy, and will suggest ways to encourage political engagement and voting.
Resources:
Celebrating Constitution Day from the National Archives https://www.archives.gov/news/topics/constitution-day
Not sure if you are registered? Check your status and register online https://registertovote.ca.gov/
California Same Day Voter Registration https://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/voter-registration/same-day-reg
VOTE.org (nonprofit, nonpartisan voting registration and get-out-the-vote platform).
CAL Matters (nonprofit and nonpartisan) 2024 Voter Guide https://calmatters.org/california-voter-guide-2024/
Run time: 20:25 min
To find the full transcript for this episode, click HERE