The Mt. San Antonio College Podcast
An exploration of professional development related topics by and for faculty at Mt. San Antonio College. A frequent theme of the podcast is improving the success of students from designated campus equity populations.
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Creating A Campus Transfer Culture Episode 213
05/27/2025
Creating A Campus Transfer Culture Episode 213
Do you have questions about the transfer process? Or how to support students on their transfer journey? Host Ivan Sanchez sits down with Josh Louden, the director of the transfer and completion center, as well as one of our many wonderful counselors, Alana Bachor. Listen in as we explore ways faculty can play bigger roles in assisting students with their transfer goals, and nurturing a positive transfer culture on campus. We’ll dig in on transfer opportunities like the TAG and highlight ways we can all be a bigger part of our students’ transfer stories. Enjoy! Resources: Transfer Center Website: Sign Up for the Transfer Center Faculty Email List: Transfer Events Calendar: Transfer Presentation Request: Transfer Center Instagram: Transfer Center Tik Tok:
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The Right To Read: Combatting Coordinated Censorship Episode 212
04/29/2025
The Right To Read: Combatting Coordinated Censorship Episode 212
“This book makes me feel understood…I see parts of myself within this book and reflected in ways that I didn't think I would ever hear anybody reflect them.” Listen in to hear Mt. SAC students, like Jimmy Smith, thoughtfully reflect on the book Flamer, written by Mike Curarto, who you’ll also hear from in this candid and informative discussion about banned books and the ways in which we can combat coordinated censorship. We’ll explore the importance of the freedom to read, the power of books, and the damage that censorship causes. First, we’ll hear from a few students, and then you’ll join me for a conversation with Mike Curato, the author of the graphic novel Flamer, which has been the target of coordinated censorship efforts. And finally, Lessa Kanani’opua Pelayo-Lozada, Director of Glendale Library, Arts & Culture, will talk about the book banning in the U.S., providing her perspective as the 2022-2023 President of the American Library Association. Enjoy. Resources: Kim Earhart, Censorship in US History Textbooks, Achebe, Chinua. Things Fall Apart. 50th anniversary ed. Toronto: Anchor Canada, 2009. Print. Mt. SAC Library, General Collection, 823.914 Ac45t 2009 “Chinua Achebe, The Art of Fiction, No. 139 ” The Paris Review, Winter 1994. “Florida Scoured Math Textbooks for ‘Prohibited Topics.’ Next Up: Social Studies,” New York Times, March 20, 2023. “Whose History? How Textbooks Can Erase the Truth and Legacy of Racism,” Thurgood Marshall Institute, Jakiyah Bradley, February 2023. “Two States. Eight Textbooks. Two American Stories.” New York Times, Dana Goldstein, January 12, 2020. (requires Mt. SAC login) Mike Curato Author and Illustrator Mt. SAC Library, General Collection; 741.5973 C922f Mt. SAC Library, Children’s Collection Lessa Kanani’opua Pelayo-Lozada Office for Intellectual Freedom. “Censorship by the Numbers.” American Library Association, 8 Apr. 2025, PEN America. “Book Bans.” 04 March 2025, PEN America tracks book bans and fights censorship in public schools and libraries across the country. Penguin Random House, “Read Banned Books.” 2025, Links to book resumes (used for justification for inclusion of materials), organizations you can support, and actions you can take. Office for Intellectual Freedom. “Challenge Reporting.” American Library Association, Form for reporting book challenges, censorship, and other challenges to libraries, library services, and library workers and communities. Unite Against Book Bans, “Unite in Your Community.” A campaign by the American Library Association to share information and data about book challenges, support actions against book bans, and provide access to news, tools, and resources.
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Healing-Centered Engagement - Highlights from SPRING FLEX 2025 Episode 211
04/15/2025
Healing-Centered Engagement - Highlights from SPRING FLEX 2025 Episode 211
Today we bring you the highlights from Spring Flex Day 2025, featuring segments from our keynote speaker Dr. Cristobal Rodriguez who starts us off on the theme of “Healing-Centered Engagement”. You’ll also hear key moments from the sessions “Common Course Numbering,” presented by Kelly Rivera, “Healing and Empowering Rising Scholars”, presented by Graciela Padilla & Joe Louis Hernandez, Ph.D and “Future Healers Lead With Early Alerts”, presented by Kenny Yen & Yolanda Haro. Enjoy! Resources: Keynote by , Associate Provost for Equity-Centered Initiatives and Professor of Educational Leadership and Policy Studies Related Resources: Anzaldúa, Gloria. Borderlands = La Frontera : The New Mestiza. Ed. by Ricardo F. Vivancos Pérez and Norma E. Cantú. Critical edition. San Francisco, CA: Aunt Lute Books, 2021. Print. [ General Collection 811.54 An98b 2021] hooks, bell. All about Love : New Visions. First William Morrow paperback edition. New York, NY: William Morrow, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers, 2018. Print. [ General Collection 306.7 H764a] Lorde, Audre. A Burst of Light : And Other Essays. Ixia Press edition. Mineola, New York: Ixia Press, 2017. Print. [ General Collection 814.54 L8849b] Rodríguez, Cristóbal, Adam Amador, and B. Abigail Tarango. "" Equity & Excellence in Education 49.2 (2016): 228-240. Common Course Numbering, Kelly A.F. Rivera, Common Course Numbering Coordinator, Geography and Political Science Department Chair, Professor of Political Science, and Academic Senate Legislative Liaison Related Resources: (February 2025) ASCCC President and ASCCC Area C Representative, ASCCC Curriculum Committee Chair Student Services page with updated legislative changes and how it impacts students – ASCCC Faculty CCN Resource – Chancellor’s Office webpage (April 15, 2024) (Sep 6, 2024) (Sep 23, 2024) Rising Scholars, Graciela Padilla & Joe Louis Hernandez, Ph.D Website: California Community College Rising Scholars Network Website: Early Alert, Kenny Yen & Yolanda Haro Early Alert Instructions: News Article about Early Alert & Navigate App: Navigate Website:
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Addressing Basic Needs for Student Success in 2025 Episode 210
03/18/2025
Addressing Basic Needs for Student Success in 2025 Episode 210
The Mt. SAC Podcast last checked in on our Basic Needs Resources in Fall of 2022, in what has become our most downloaded episode in the nine seasons of the podcast. Because there is a clear interest in this topic we wanted to provide an update about the resources currently available, the students served, and how we can best support students facing housing, food, and other basic needs insecurities. Join Chisa Uyeki, Mt. SAC Podcast co-host, as she invites Admin Specialist, Monica Arellano, Program Specialist, Lorena Cardozo and Student Resource Navigator Lead, Richard Chavez to talk with us about Basic Needs and the available resources at Mt. SAC. Resources: To Request Basic Needs Assistance Basic Needs Resources Program Look under “resources” drop down for more detailed information Sign-up for the Basic Needs Resources Newsletter More resources can be found in the Basic Needs Resources Program & Mountie Fresh linktree Affordability, Food, and Housing Access Taskforce Report REAL COLLEGE CALIFORNIA: BASIC NEEDS AMONG CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE STUDENTS 2023-2024 Student Basic Needs Survey Report (The Hope Center) Syllabus statement (faculty can add this to the syllabus) "Food and housing challenges affect many students at Mt. SAC. If you are experiencing this, you are not alone. If these challenges are affecting your success in the course, let’s talk and I’ll share what I know about campus resources. If you feel more comfortable talking with someone else, many people are here to support you like Basic Needs Resources Program, Counselors, the Mt. SAC Health Center, your coaches or club advisor, and Mt. SAC staff at the many programs and centers on campus. Or if you would like to explore resources on your own, check out the Basic Needs Resources Program, Mountie Fresh Food Pantry, and the Basic Needs CalFresh Outreach webpages."
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DREAM Center: Supporting Undocumented Students in Uncertain Times Episode 209
02/25/2025
DREAM Center: Supporting Undocumented Students in Uncertain Times Episode 209
Today our hosts Ivan Sanchez and Chisa Uyeki are joined by Dario Fernandez, director of the DREAM center at Mt San Antonio College to have this critical conversation. Dario shares with us the barriers faced by undocumented students and students in mixed-status families, as well as how recent federal and local policy changes have reshaped these barriers. We also explore how faculty and staff can stay informed and take action to better support these students. Listen in for specific actions that we can each take to support students and develop an undoc-friendly campus culture. RESOURCES: Mt. SAC Dream Program Find Your Ally: Higher Education Legal Services Free immigration legal services and case support for students, staff, and faculty on California community college campuses statewide or virtually. Run time: 45:46 min To find the full transcript for this episode, click
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STUDENTS IN CONVERSATION: Understanding Hidden Histories with Insights from the Far East Deep South Filmmakers Episode 208
02/04/2025
STUDENTS IN CONVERSATION: Understanding Hidden Histories with Insights from the Far East Deep South Filmmakers Episode 208
Everyone’s story matters. In today’s episode we listen in on documentary film Director and Producer Larissa Lam and Producer Baldwin Chiu in conversation with Mt. SAC students about the making of their film, Far East Deep South - Discover The Past You Never Knew. This film began as a search for one family’s roots but became an exploration of a broader story about hidden histories of intersectional communities forged in the segregated south. They share their filmmaking process and challenges they faced in their work to preserve these lost histories. Be sure to listen for Larissa Lam’s Mt. SAC connection and why sharing a fuller American history motivated her to make the film. Perhaps this episode will inspire you to explore your own family history. Resources: Watch the Film The Mt. SAC Library can provide access to the film for Mt. SAC students and employees (sign-in required). The filmmakers (and Mt. SAC Librarians) encourage faculty to utilize the film in their classes. For those not at Mt. SAC you may be able to access the film through your local library’s Kanopy. Learn more about the Film Resources mentioned: by Erica Lee is available as an ebook for those with current Mt. SAC portal logins. Lee, Erika. At America’s Gates: Chinese Immigration during the Exclusion Era, 1882-1943. New edition 1. Chapel Hill: The University of North Carolina Press, 2004. Mt. SAC Library provides access to the 2018 PBS documentary, , through Films on Demand. (Requires Mt. SAC portal login). “The Chinese Exclusion Act.” Films On Demand, Films Media Group, 2018. Jane Hong’s book is available as an ebook with Mt. SAC portal login. Hong, Jane H. Opening the Gates to Asia: A Transpacific History of How America Repealed Asian Exclusion. Chapel Hill: University of North Carolina Press, 2019. Larissa Lam and Baldwin Chiu’s podcast Love, Discovery & Dim Sum is available where you find podcasts The screening of Far East Deep South was brought to campus by Arise, the Center for Black Culture and Student Success, the Equity Center, Mt. SAC History Department, and Mt. SAC Library. Run time: 33:27 min To find the full transcript for this episode, click
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L.A Fires Resources - Seek Support or Contribute
01/16/2025
L.A Fires Resources - Seek Support or Contribute
On behalf of the Mt. SAC Podcast team we want to take a moment to acknowledge the wildfires in Los Angeles County and their impact; the horrendous loss, the overwhelming grief, and the continued fear that we are living through. We know that so much has already been lost to so many. We offer our heartfelt solicitude and our hopes that you and yours are safe. We’ve gathered some information and resources listed below, and encourage you to seek the support and assistance that you may need or if you'd like to contribute, you can do so at the Donations will go directly to support members of the Mt. SAC community in need of emergency support. Please take good care. Resources: for status of evaluation orders and Air Quality Monitor the Air Quality Index (AQI) at and take precautionary measures as needed. Be aware that larger pieces of ash may not be detected by the instruments used to measure AQI, but can be harmful. For Mt. SAC Employees: offers mental health support with free and confidential counseling, workshops, information, and referrals. (Employee Assistance Service for Education) is a specialized program for you and your immediate family members. can provide guidance for any employee who finds themselves in a situation where they must take extended time off to manage their personal affairs. For Mt. SAC Students: mental health support services are available through in Building 9E-2300. The (in Building 9C) provides resources to support students experiencing housing instability, food insecurity, and other emergency/crisis situations. Contribute: will go directly to support members of the Mt. SAC community in need of emergency support.
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Happy Holidays From The Mt. SAC Podcast!
12/10/2024
Happy Holidays From The Mt. SAC Podcast!
All of us at the Mt. SAC Podcast - we wish you a very Happy Holidays! We're going to be taking a little break until January, but we have over 200 episodes for you to browse and catch up on over the break, including six great episodes from this past semester. Catch up on Season 9:
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Regular and Substantive Interaction: Enhancing Online Teaching & Learning Episode 207
12/03/2024
Regular and Substantive Interaction: Enhancing Online Teaching & Learning Episode 207
If you teach online, this episode is for you. You may have heard of RSI or Regular and Substantive Interaction and in today's episode, Mt. SAC Podcast cohost Ivan Sanchez will be talking with the two faculty who are serving as Mt. SAC's RSI coordinators, Sheila Wright from English Literature and Creative Writing and Jenny Gernhardt from Biology. They will discuss what regular and substantive interaction in the online learning environment is and how it connects to Mt. SAC's ACC JC accreditation and most importantly, why it matters to you. Mt. SAC faculty are committed to delivering quality instruction in all modalities, so listen in and learn more about the opportunities to connect with your students through RSI. Faculty teaching in the spring of 2025 will learn how and why to take advantage of the opportunity right now and through winter to work with an RSI mentor in a supportive process to enrich your online class with interaction enhancing online teaching and learning. Thank you for joining us and enjoy today's episode! Resources: Email Contact: Jenny Gernhart (RSI Coordinator) [email protected] Email Contact: Sheila Wright (RSI Coordinator) [email protected] Smartsheet Sign Up: Sign up for RSI Review! Get helpful feedback to ensure you are on track and ready for our Spring 2025 accreditation visit. Smartsheet Link: RSI Hub on Canvas: A canvas shell filled with helpful tips and advice on meeting RSI. Link: Mt SAC Accreditation Page: Run time: 30:20 min To find the full transcript for this episode, click
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Crafting An Intentional Land Acknowledgement at Mt. SAC with Primavera Reza-Nakonechny & Alisa Ciulla Episode 206
11/26/2024
Crafting An Intentional Land Acknowledgement at Mt. SAC with Primavera Reza-Nakonechny & Alisa Ciulla Episode 206
What does it really mean to acknowledge the land? In this episode, we have an insightful conversation with Primavera Reza-Nakonechny, director of Mt. SAC’s First Peoples’ Native Center and a descendant of the Tarahumara or Raramuri people. They are joined by Alisa Chiula, a Mt SAC student of Pueblo descent. Our conversation is led by our host Chisa Uyeki, guiding us through a conversation on the importance of language, the practices and meaning behind land acknowledgments, how Mt. SAC is working to craft a Land Acknowledgement with tribal input, and how we can go beyond statements into meaningful actions. In addition, our guests share the importance of our spiritual connection to the land, honoring ancestors, plants, and animal kin alike. They also touch on how our daily lives, policies, songs, and prayers can honor the earth we live on. Join us as we explore what it means to move from acknowledgment to meaningful action. Enjoy! RESOURCES: First Peoples Native Center Native American & Indigenous Heritage Month Native Land Digital honors the sovereignty of all Indigenous nations, their lands, and their waters. We recognize that these boundaries and territories are representations of the sacred. This is an honouring of Indigenous resilience past, present and future. Tips for Creating an Indigenous Land Acknowledgment Statement Native American Student Support and Success Program (NASSSP) Grant California Community College Chancellor’s Office: On My research ational Museum of the American Indian Run time: 28:07 min To find the full transcript for this episode, click
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Creating Student Impact: The First People’s Native Center Episode 205
11/12/2024
Creating Student Impact: The First People’s Native Center Episode 205
Have you explored Mt. SAC’s First People’s Native Center yet? Today, we are excited to bring you an in-depth conversation with two special guests: Primavera Reza-Nakonechny, the director of Mt. SAC’s First People’s Native Center and whose family is from the Tarahumara or Raramuri in the unceded lands of Chihuahua, Mexico, and Alisa Ciulla, a passionate second-year student at Mt. SAC who is a descendant of the Pueblo Tribe. They share the story of how the First People's Native Center was founded and its key role in empowering Native students. We also explore the Center’s vital role in fostering identity development, and a sense of belonging. Join us as we explore the impact of the First People’s Native Center in student’s lives. Enjoy! Resources: First Peoples Native Center Native American & Indigenous Heritage Month https://www.mtsac.edu/fpnc/naihm/naihm.html Native American Student Support and Success Program (NASSSP) Grant California Community College Chancellor’s Office: Mt. SAC Newsroom Nov. 15, 2022: Center’s Opening Date in 2022 and additional details about the opening Run time: 34 min 49 sec To find the full transcript for this episode, click
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Empowering Students: Constitution Day and the Importance of Voting with Kelly Rivera Episode 204
10/29/2024
Empowering Students: Constitution Day and the Importance of Voting with Kelly Rivera Episode 204
Each 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 Not sure if you are registered? Check your status and register online California Same Day Voter Registration VOTE.org (nonprofit, nonpartisan voting registration and get-out-the-vote platform). CAL Matters (nonprofit and nonpartisan) 2024 Voter Guide Run time: 20:25 min To find the full transcript for this episode, click
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The Right To Read: The Role Of Libraries with Monika Chavez & Chisa Uyeki Episode 203
10/22/2024
The Right To Read: The Role Of Libraries with Monika Chavez & Chisa Uyeki Episode 203
Have you read a banned book this month? The Mt Sac Library and Mt Sac Equity center partnered to host Banned Book Month to explore why access to books is a matter of equity and inclusion. In this episode, you’ll hear from Career Education Librarian Monica Chavez speak about the reasons behind the numbers when it comes to book challenges and book bans. You’ll also hear from Collection Development Librarian Chisa Uyeki about the role of libraries in supporting access and what you can do to help ensure a diverse range of voices are represented in our libraries. Enjoy. Resources: American Library Association on Banned & Challenged Books Book Ban Data Library Bill of Rights Get Involved- how you can fight censorship- VOTE: To register to vote in California: https://covr.sos.ca.gov/ (Deadlines: 10/21 online, 11/5 in person, or same day ) To check your voter registration status: https://voterstatus.sos.ca.gov/ TAKE ACTION: LEARN ABOUT BANNED BOOKS: Book Résumés Book Résumés help teachers, librarians, parents, and community members defend books from censorship. They detail each title’s significance and educational value and are easy to share with administrators, book review committees, elected officials, and board members. Run time: 29:56 min To find the full transcript for this episode, click
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The Right To Read with Isabel Quintero, Banned-Book Author Episode 202
10/08/2024
The Right To Read with Isabel Quintero, Banned-Book Author Episode 202
To bring attention to book banning as an equity issue, the Mt. SAC Library and Mt. SAC Equity center collaborated to host Isabel Quintero, the author of Gabbi, A Girl In Pieces. Gabbi has been challenged and banned from libraries in the United States and in this episode, our host Chisa Uyeki and Isabel Quintero sit down for a conversation about Gabi and the power and healing effects of writing and sharing stories, particularly the stories that have been pushed to the periphery. Book challenges, at their best may seem to come from an attempt to protect, but they are actually an attempt to control. To control others reading and beyond that, others thoughts and knowledge. But the reality is that not reading about subjects doesn't make them go away. Without access to books that speak to the authentic reality of lives, which include addiction, homophobia, sexual assault, or the impact of unattainable, white centered standards on girls of color, we are still left with addiction, homophobia, sexual assault, and unattainable, white centered standards, but without the solace, solidarity, or opportunities to build self understanding that can be found between the covers of books. We also miss out on the joy, empowerment, and stories of love and success. We encourage you to read books that have been challenged or banned. Both the library and the multicultural center have collections of banned books for you to explore. We hope you will delve into the lived experiences of people like and unlike yourself, and we celebrate and honor the lived experiences of persons whose stories have been hidden or pushed to the periphery. Resources: Follow and learn more about Isabelle Quintero’s work Gabi, A Girl in Pieces and her many other works. PEN America tracks book bans and fights censorship in public schools and libraries across the country. A campaign by the American Library Association to share information and data about book challenges, support actions against book bans, and provide access to news, tools, and resources. Book banning is simplistic- judging books not on their entire content, complex characters, or potential for impact. In response, United Against Book Bans created Book Résumés to help teachers, librarians, parents, and community members defend books from censorship. They detail each title’s significance and educational value and are easy to share with administrators, book review committees, elected officials, and board members. Authors Against Book Bans is a coalition of creators and editors who “stand united against the deeply unconstitutional movement to limit the freedom to read.” They support organizing by sharing information on bans, supporting those responding to challenges, and authors who are being challenged An article shared by Isabele Quintero that provides practical advice on what we can all do to fight book bans. Run time: 21:31 min To find the full transcript for this episode, click
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Instructor Best Practices for Embedded Tutoring Episode 201
09/24/2024
Instructor Best Practices for Embedded Tutoring Episode 201
Have you ever considered integrating a peer tutor into your classroom? In this episode you’ll hear an abridged recap of the Workshop - Instructor Best Practices for Embedded Tutoring led by Learning Assistance Professor, Dianne Rowley. We’ll learn data on the impact, the equity-focused philosophy of embedded peer tutoring, strategies for embedding support, and the faculty role. Mt. SAC Librarian Monika Chavez will share the why and how of course-integrated librarian engagement for student success, followed by David Sarabia, Manager for Academic Support Coordination, who explains how stereotype threat may create barriers for students and how to avoid triggering it through the use of asset based language. Enjoy! Resources: Video you can watch shared during the live presentation on this topic: Professor Carolyn Robinson, Engineering and Peter Beshay, Tutoring Services Coordinator: Professor Martha Hall, Math: John Cardenas, Tutorial Services Manager: Interested in being a tutor or referring a student to become a tutor? Here’s the Supplemental Instruction (SI)/Embedded Tutoring (ET)/Study Groups (SG): ASAC's SI, ET, and SG are three in-class academic support/group tutoring programs designed for traditionally difficult courses. These programs aim to reduce the numbers of students who drop an assigned course as well as increase success in the course. Academic Support & Achievement Center Free academic support for all current Mt. SAC students, including: tutoring, computer lab, Learning Assistance classes, and Achievement workshops offers free in-person and online tutoring for all current Mt. SAC students- Run time: 38:56 min To find the full transcript for this episode, click
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Explore the NEW Mt. SAC Student Center w/ Students & Staff Episode 200
06/11/2024
Explore the NEW Mt. SAC Student Center w/ Students & Staff Episode 200
If you’re looking for a dynamic space to share as a resource for your students - the brand new Mt. SAC Student Center is truly a hub for all activities - from quiet dedicated spaces for studying, or meditation or worship to a mother’s lactation room to a bustling multicultural center, and places to grab a bite. Students share what they love about the new Student Center and staff members, Nancy Campos and Dalia Khalil give us an insider's tour, detailing the extensive offerings across its three floors. Resources: Mt. SAC Student Center: Rising Scholars Program: Study Rooms – Rules & Reservations: RSCO Co-Lab Space: Event Services: Run time: 34:15 min To find the full transcript for this episode, click
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Turning On The Lights - Empowering Students with the Learning Culture with Inspired Teaching Day Keynote Rafael Alvarez, SDCC Mesa Program Director Episode 199
05/28/2024
Turning On The Lights - Empowering Students with the Learning Culture with Inspired Teaching Day Keynote Rafael Alvarez, SDCC Mesa Program Director Episode 199
Is there a secret to cultivating student success? In this episode we delve deep into the transformative power of the learning culture in higher education. Inspired Teaching Day keynote, Rafael Alvarez, SDCC Mesa Program Director, shares insights on fostering a mindset for learning, implementing strategies for success, and empowering students through the learning culture revolution. Join us as we explore the impact, challenges, and successes of incorporating the learning culture to enhance student experiences and drive equitable participation in education. Rafael shares stories of empowerment, leadership, and advocacy that are shaping the landscape of learning in his dynamic and passionate presentation. Run time: 01:04:22 min To find the full transcript for this episode, click
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CELEBRATING EARTH WEEK: Environmental Justice and Community Health with Nalleli Cobo, Climate Activist Episode 198
05/14/2024
CELEBRATING EARTH WEEK: Environmental Justice and Community Health with Nalleli Cobo, Climate Activist Episode 198
We are thrilled to have Nalleli Cobo, an award-winning environmental activist and Mount San Antonio College's keynote speaker for our 2024 Earth Week events. Growing up next to a toxic oil drilling site in South Los Angeles, Nalleli began her activism journey at just nine years old. Despite severe health impacts on her and her community, Nalleli's relentless efforts not only led to the shutdown of the oil well but also fueled significant legislative changes in California. Join us as Nalleli shares her powerful story of community, resilience, and the ongoing fight for environmental justice. Her experiences underscore the importance of solidarity and collective action in driving change and safeguarding public health against profit-driven exploitation. Resources; PROTECT CALIFORNIA NEIGHBORHOODS FROM TOXIC OIL DRILLING! : Visit: Run time: 16:09 min To find the full transcript for this episode, click
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Advocacy, Access & Student Success with Connie Gutierrez, Ed.D.,Dean of ACCESS & Wellness Episode 197
04/30/2024
Advocacy, Access & Student Success with Connie Gutierrez, Ed.D.,Dean of ACCESS & Wellness Episode 197
We're thrilled to sit down with Dr. Connie Gutierrez, our new Dean of Access and Wellness, who joined our community in January of 2024. Today, Connie shares her compelling personal journey, marked by her roots in community college that dramatically altered her family's course. From her mother's transformative experiences to her own unique path through higher education and various professional roles. Connie's story is one of resilience, adaptability, and profound commitment to accessibility and support services. As she leads the Access and Wellness department, Connie brings a wealth of experience in working with diverse populations including the deaf and hard of hearing community and individuals with disabilities. Get ready to explore the impactful programs under her leadership and hear inspiring stories that highlight the crucial services provided to our students. Resources: Access: Run time: 25:55 min To find the full transcript for this episode, click
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Access Matters - Creating Supportive Academic Environments for All Episode 196
04/16/2024
Access Matters - Creating Supportive Academic Environments for All Episode 196
Are you doing all you can to support the needs of your students in and beyond the classroom? In this inspiring episode, host Tania Anders leads a powerful conversation with a dynamic group of faculty and students who delve into the realities and stigmas surrounding the Access Program at Mt. SAC. Students, Jason Chico, Jesus Ramirez, Joshua Flores, and Becca Garcia bravely share their personal educational journeys, highlighting their resilience and determination to overcome challenges such as incarceration, learning barriers, and a lack of support. They discuss the crucial need for self-advocacy, the strengths gained through the Access Program, and the power of faculty allies like Peter Churchill, Michelle Nava, and Julie Cortez who share effective teaching strategies and the importance of empathy in creating an inclusive learning environment. The group addresses the faculty’s role in fostering an Access-friendly atmosphere and the significance of accommodations, while urging educators outside the program to be cognizant of and responsive to students' needs. Resources: Access: Writing Center: English Department: Run time: 36:32 min To find the full transcript for this episode, click
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Continuing the Conversation: Moving from Burnout to Resiliency with Chisa Uyeki, Collection Development Librarian Faculty at Mt. SAC Episode 195
04/02/2024
Continuing the Conversation: Moving from Burnout to Resiliency with Chisa Uyeki, Collection Development Librarian Faculty at Mt. SAC Episode 195
The conversation of Burnout continues as our host Tania Anders catches up with Chisa Uyeki, Collection Development Librarian Faculty of 17-years, to have a deeper discussion about her recent presentation from Spring Flex day 2024, on her findings regarding Burn-out during her sabbatical. We revisit the defining factors of Burnout from how it feels to how to recover and how we can take on the work of social and environmental justice and anti-racism in a sustainable manner. Resources: Mental Health Support EMPLOYEE COUNSELING CENTER (ECC) • Free, voluntary, and confidential counseling, workshops, and referrals. • In-person & zoom • (909) 274-6211 www.mtsac.edu/ecc • [email protected] EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE SERVICE FOR EDUCATION (EASE) • Confidential counseling, phone consultation, and community referrals. • (800) 882-1341 • https://www.lacoe.edu/Home/EASE NATIONAL SUICIDE & CRISIS LIFELINE • 24/7 free and confidential support • Dial 988 National Alliance on Mental Illness: www.namiurbanla.org/resources Black Mental Health Resources https://www.nami.org/Your-Journey/Identity-and-Cultural- Dimensions/Black-African-American Asian Mental Health Collective www.asianmhc.org Therapy for Latinx www.therapyforlatinx.com Los Angeles City/County Native American Indian Commission- Health & Mental Health https://lanaic.lacounty.gov/covid-19-resources/covid-19-health- mental-health/ Videos About Stress: Robert M. Sapolsky, Ph.D., is the John A. and Cynthia Fry Gunn Professor of Biological Sciences and a professor of neurology and neurological sciences at Stanford University. In this clip from his talk for the Science of a Meaningful Life series, Sapolsky explains why the stress response, which evolved for short-term physical crises, can become a long-term, chronic problem for human beings: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bEcdGK4DQSg Madhumita Murgia: How Stress Affects your Brain: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WuyPuH9ojCE&t=3s Well-Being Resources: Mt. SAC Exercise Science/Wellness Center: https://www.mtsac.edu/wellness/index.html Greater Good Science Center: https://ggsc.berkeley.edu/ UC Berkeley center for studying the science of happiness - podcasts, meditations, articles, and more resources all backed by empirical studies, especially Stress Management for Educators: https://ggie.berkeley.edu/collection/stress-management-for-educators/ The BIG JOY Over a week helps you identify what micro-acts of JOY work best for you: https://ggia.berkeley.edu/bigjoy guided Mindfulness & Meditation Andrea Torres, M.S., MFT, Counselor/Professor; Mindfulness, Meditation and Breath Work Guide: https://www.mtsac.edu/healthcenter/mindfulness/index.html Check POD calendar for workshop Healthy Minds free evidence-based app for learning about meditation and guided meditation Calm meditation app free to Faculty Association Members offers guided searchable database of guided meditation, music, sleep stories, and more: https://www.ctamemberbenefits.org/calm Run time: 26:11 min To find the full transcript for this episode, click
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Moving from Burnout to Resiliency with Chisa Uyeki, Collection Development Librarian Faculty at Mt. SAC Episode 194
03/19/2024
Moving from Burnout to Resiliency with Chisa Uyeki, Collection Development Librarian Faculty at Mt. SAC Episode 194
What is burnout? What causes burnout? How can we recover from burnout? How can we take on the work of social and environmental justice and anti-racism in a sustainable manner that won’t leave us burnt out? While most of us have, unfortunately, seen the impact of burnout on ourselves, colleagues, and students, we may not have a shared understanding of the root causes or how to address burnout, manage stressors, and develop meaningful ways to break stress cycles and build resiliency. Additionally, the role and responsibility of individuals, institutions, and systems play a role in perpetuating a culture which leads to burnout. Chisa Uyeki, Collection Development Librarian Faculty of 17-years embarked on a year-long sabbatical research project during which she studied burnout, it’s causes, and how to recover, and she shared her findings with us at our 2024 Spring Flex Day to contribute to building a community of care at Mt. SAC. Enjoy Resources: Mental Health Support EMPLOYEE COUNSELING CENTER (ECC) • Free, voluntary, and confidential counseling, workshops, and referrals. • In-person & zoom • (909) 274-6211 www.mtsac.edu/ecc • [email protected] EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE SERVICE FOR EDUCATION (EASE) • Confidential counseling, phone consultation, and community referrals. • (800) 882-1341 • https://www.lacoe.edu/Home/EASE NATIONAL SUICIDE & CRISIS LIFELINE • 24/7 free and confidential support • Dial 988 National Alliance on Mental Illness: www.namiurbanla.org/resources Black Mental Health Resources https://www.nami.org/Your-Journey/Identity-and-Cultural- Dimensions/Black-African-American Asian Mental Health Collective www.asianmhc.org Therapy for Latinx www.therapyforlatinx.com Los Angeles City/County Native American Indian Commission- Health & Mental Health https://lanaic.lacounty.gov/covid-19-resources/covid-19-health- mental-health/ Videos About Stress: Robert M. Sapolsky, Ph.D., is the John A. and Cynthia Fry Gunn Professor of Biological Sciences and a professor of neurology and neurological sciences at Stanford University. In this clip from his talk for the Science of a Meaningful Life series, Sapolsky explains why the stress response, which evolved for short-term physical crises, can become a long-term, chronic problem for human beings: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bEcdGK4DQSg Madhumita Murgia: How Stress Affects your Brain: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WuyPuH9ojCE&t=3s Well-Being Resources: Mt. SAC Exercise Science/Wellness Center: https://www.mtsac.edu/wellness/index.html Greater Good Science Center: https://ggsc.berkeley.edu/ UC Berkeley center for studying the science of happiness - podcasts, meditations, articles, and more resources all backed by empirical studies, especially Stress Management for Educators: https://ggie.berkeley.edu/collection/stress-management-for-educators/ The BIG JOY Over a week helps you identify what micro-acts of JOY work best for you: https://ggia.berkeley.edu/bigjoy guided Mindfulness & Meditation Andrea Torres, M.S., MFT, Counselor/Professor; Mindfulness, Meditation and Breath Work Guide: https://www.mtsac.edu/healthcenter/mindfulness/index.html Check POD calendar for workshop Healthy Minds free evidence-based app for learning about meditation and guided meditation Calm meditation app free to Faculty Association Members offers guided searchable database of guided meditation, music, sleep stories, and more: https://www.ctamemberbenefits.org/calm Run time: 32:07 min To find the full transcript for this episode, click
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Spring FLEX Day 2024 Opening Session Recap - Catch What You May Have Missed! Episode 193
03/05/2024
Spring FLEX Day 2024 Opening Session Recap - Catch What You May Have Missed! Episode 193
Welcome back to the Mt. SAC podcast, today we have a fun recap of the opening session highlights from 2024’s Spring FLEX Day, so you can catch up easily or recap easily and stay in the know. Here is Shiloh Blacksher to kick us off! Run time: 20:52 min To find the full transcript for this episode, click
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Mt. SAC Vault: Centering Students While Disrupting Inequity With Dr. Regina Stanback Stroud Episode 192
02/20/2024
Mt. SAC Vault: Centering Students While Disrupting Inequity With Dr. Regina Stanback Stroud Episode 192
What do students of color need? The work of addressing inequity consistently, the consistent challenging of ourselves and our colleagues, and the creation of programs, classrooms and environments that foster: belonging, validation, support networks and cultural affirmation. This quote is taken from this year's Fall Flex Day's keynote Dr. Regina Stanback Stroud, which she shared during her presentation called "Centering Students While Disrupting Inequity". This is only ONE piece of the multifaceted discussion Dr. Stroud shared during her keynote. Even if you caught this event live, listening again will only allow you to better absorb, process and apply even more of what Dr. Stroud shares within this imperative discussion. Enjoy. Run Time: 55 min, 23 sec To find the full transcript for this episode, click
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Mt. SAC Vault: Breaking Barriers to Black Student Success Episode 191
02/06/2024
Mt. SAC Vault: Breaking Barriers to Black Student Success Episode 191
Today we are revisiting one of our favorite episodes, originally released on May 18th, 2021. You’ll hear from Lance Heard and some amazing black student’s personal success stories as well as their hurdles along the way that were captured during Black Student Success Week. If there is one takeaway, let it be the question “What can we all do to break down the barriers to black student success?” Resources: Run Time: 38 min, 11 sec To find the full transcript for this episode, click
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Technology, Tango, and Teaching With Victor Zamora, Computer Information Systems Professor Episode 190
01/23/2024
Technology, Tango, and Teaching With Victor Zamora, Computer Information Systems Professor Episode 190
Thomas Edison said “The value of an idea lies in the using of it”. In this insightful episode, we sit down with Victor Zamora to explore his journey from a sales merchandiser to an influential educator and innovator in computer information systems at Mt. SAC. Victor shares his philosophy on the importance of human connections in education, the value of learning from failures, and how technology has shaped his teaching methods, including the pivotal role of online learning. Join us as we uncover the multidimensional life of a true life-long learner who lives by the importance of not just acquiring knowledge but embracing the application of it. Resources: Learn more: Email: Run time: 23:07 min To find the full transcript for this episode, click
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Meet Mt. SAC’s New President/CEO Dr. Martha Garcia Episode 189
01/09/2024
Meet Mt. SAC’s New President/CEO Dr. Martha Garcia Episode 189
Introducing Mt. SAC’s new president and CEO, Dr. Martha Garcia! In this episode our host Tania Anders, speaks with Dr. Martha Garcia to learn a little more about her vision. Dr. Garcia is the 10th President/CEO of Mt. San Antonio College, the first President of color for the College, as well as the second female President. Resources: Learn more about Dr. Garcia in President’s office page: Direct link to Dr. Garcia’s office hours: Run time: 31:56 min To find the full transcript for this episode, click
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Happy Holidays From The Mt. SAC Podcast!
12/14/2023
Happy Holidays From The Mt. SAC Podcast!
The Mt. SAC podcast will be taking a break along with you with new episodes coming your way mid January. We hope you’ve enjoyed this year’s library of episodes and encourage you to catch up on the ones you may have missed! Mt. SAC has experienced some milestones this year like becoming the first AGZA Green Zone Certified Community College which you can learn more about in or learn more about AI in our two part deep dive with Derek Bruff, phD. in & From all of us at the Mt. SAC Podcast, we wish you a wonderful holiday season!
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Thirty Years of Excellence and Inspiration at Mt. SAC with Bruce Rogers, Director of Choral Activities Episode 188
12/12/2023
Thirty Years of Excellence and Inspiration at Mt. SAC with Bruce Rogers, Director of Choral Activities Episode 188
This episode features an interview with the soon to be retiring Director of Choral Activities, Bruce Rogers. Bruce directs Mt. San Antonio College’s award-winning Chamber Singers and the elite vocal jazz ensemble, Singcopation. He was honored this year by the National Collegiate Choral Organization (NCCO) with their Lifetime Achievement Award. This episode also features a captured recording of White Christmas by the Mt. SAC ensemble chamber singers, so stay tuned until the end! Resources: Music Department: Audition information: https://www.mtsac.edu/music/audition_info/index-1.html Mt. SAC Chamber Singers: Singcopation: Golden Notes: Bruce Rogers bio: Run time: 23:49 min To find the full transcript for this episode, click
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Women of Color Making Waves in the World of STEM Episode 187
11/28/2023
Women of Color Making Waves in the World of STEM Episode 187
In this episode we are diving into the world of Stem with a special focus on the brilliant women of color making waves in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Joining us are trailblazers in their field. Dr. Bao-Chi Nguyen, a faculty member at our very own Mt. Sac, in the Math department. Dr. Cathy Samayoa, biology professor and Health Research Director at San Francisco University and Elizabeth Ondula, a PhD student of Computer Sciences at USC. Get ready for a dynamic episode as we celebrate and acknowledge these incredible women serving as role models for so many and shaping the future of Stem. Resources: Mt. SAC STEM page Andrea Garcia Gonzalez Program Specialist, Equity Center & Multicultural Center Dr. Maura Palacios Mejia - Professor of Biology Dr. Bao-Chi Nguyen - Professor of Mathematics Dr. Cathy Samayoa- Assistant Professor of Biology, San Francisco State University Elizabeth Ondula, Computer Science Ph. D. student, USC Run time: 33:39 min To find the full transcript for this episode, click
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