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The Roadrunner Exchange

The Roadrunner Exchange

By Dr. Samuel Jay

The Roadrunner Exchange is a podcast from Metropolitan State University of Denver that features host Dr. Samuel Jay and leaders from across the campus community discussing initiatives impacting faculty, students, and staff and the strategic decision making involved in these efforts.
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Dr. George Middlemist is an Institution

The Roadrunner ExchangeDec 27, 2022

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Dr. George Middlemist is an Institution

Dr. George Middlemist is an Institution

Dr. George Middlemist, outgoing CFO and Associate Vice President of Administration and Finance at MSU Denver, joins the show. We talk about life, work, and how he came to be so beloved at MSU Denver. 

Hope you’ll enjoy!

Dec 27, 202243:29
We Finally Learn Why Everyone Calls Dr. Elizabeth Ribble "Buffy"

We Finally Learn Why Everyone Calls Dr. Elizabeth Ribble "Buffy"

Dr. Elizabeth Ribble, Chair of the Mathematics and Statistics Department and Chair of the Council of Chairs and Directors joins the show. We talk about numbers and why anyone in their right mind would like them, but also about running a department, representing chairs and directors, shaping academic policy, and what makes MSU Denver so special. 

Hope you’ll enjoy!

Nov 02, 202246:54
Learning About Service Learning with Christina Foust and Nicole Predki
Oct 05, 202241:15
A Lot of Fun Between Friends (Plus Some Free Speech Talk) with Dr. Katia Campbell

A Lot of Fun Between Friends (Plus Some Free Speech Talk) with Dr. Katia Campbell

Dr. Katia Campbell, Chair of the Department of Communication Studies, former President of Faculty Senate, and long time Metropolitan State University of Denver professor joins the show. We discuss leadership in education but also take a deep dive into free speech, something about which both of us had a lot to say.

Sep 28, 202258:51
Philosophy, Academia, and Leveraging the Seat at the Table with Dr. Liz Goodnick

Philosophy, Academia, and Leveraging the Seat at the Table with Dr. Liz Goodnick

Dr. Liz Goodnick, long time MSU Denver professor and new Faculty Senate president, joins the podcast to talk about her long and complex relationship with philosophy, academia, and leveraging her seat at the leadership table. 

Hope you’ll enjoy!

Aug 31, 202255:44
Life, Leadership, and All Things Operations with COO Larry Sampler

Life, Leadership, and All Things Operations with COO Larry Sampler

Larry Sampler -COO and VP for Administration and Finance- joins the show to talk about his path to MSU Denver, his approach to leadership, and some of the major infrastructure projects afoot at the university. 

Hope you’ll enjoy!

Aug 17, 202251:44
Fundraising Campaigns, Donor Relations, and Much More for Christine Marquez-Hudson, MSU Denver's VP of Advancement

Fundraising Campaigns, Donor Relations, and Much More for Christine Marquez-Hudson, MSU Denver's VP of Advancement

Christine Maquez Hudson, VP of University Advancement and Executive Director of the MSU Denver Foundation joins the podcast to talk about her career in non-profits, operations and initiatives happening in advancement, and the launch of the MSU Denver Fundraising Campaign. 

May 12, 202259:20
Special Edition: Ethical Data Usage and Student Retention with Dr. Sean Petranovich

Special Edition: Ethical Data Usage and Student Retention with Dr. Sean Petranovich

Dr. Sean Petranovich, Director of Data and Analytics at Metropolitan State University of Denver joins the podcast to talk about his path to campus, ethical data collection and usage, and how institutional data is being used to strengthen student enrollment and retention efforts at MSU Denver. 

Apr 21, 202249:19
President Janine Davidson on Leadership, Making Tough Calls, and the Drive to Keep Learning

President Janine Davidson on Leadership, Making Tough Calls, and the Drive to Keep Learning

President Janine Davidson returns to the show for a deep dive on leadership. We discuss tough calls, learning from the hard stuff, and so much more. Listen and enjoy! 

Mar 30, 202241:16
Talking Budget and Politics for Director of Government Affairs Kaycee Gerhart

Talking Budget and Politics for Director of Government Affairs Kaycee Gerhart

Director of Government Affairs Kaycee Gerhart joins the show to talk about what’s going on this legislative session when it comes to state funding and so much more. 

Feb 24, 202248:09
Talking About the Health Institute with Director Emily Matuszewicz

Talking About the Health Institute with Director Emily Matuszewicz

Dr. Emily Matuszewicz, Director of the Health Institute at MSU Denver, joins the show to explain the health crisis impacting our community and provide an update on the institute. 

Jan 26, 202229:52
Updated Health and Safety Guidance

Updated Health and Safety Guidance

Dr. Davidson covers the updated health and safety guidance for MSU Denver and discusses what factors went into the decision. 

Jun 10, 202130:33
Talking About Life, Education, and Baseball with Dr. Alfred Tatum

Talking About Life, Education, and Baseball with Dr. Alfred Tatum

Provost Dr. Alfred Tatum joins this week's Roadrunner Exchange to discuss education in the US, parenthood, and more. 

May 26, 202134:16
Plans for a Phased Return to Campus

Plans for a Phased Return to Campus

Dr. Janine Davidson discusses the phased return to campus set to begin at MSU Denver in the coming weeks. 

May 12, 202124:41
An Update on State Funding and a Whole Lot More

An Update on State Funding and a Whole Lot More

Drs. Janine Davidson and Samuel Jay discuss increased funding for MSU Denver and a whole lot more. 

Apr 28, 202134:38
Thinking About Those Lost During Boulder Shooting

Thinking About Those Lost During Boulder Shooting

Dr. Janine Davidson offers thoughts and condolences to those who lost loved ones during Monday's mass shooting in Boulder. 

Mar 24, 202107:49
MSU Denver's 2030 Strategic Plan

MSU Denver's 2030 Strategic Plan

Dr. Davidson discusses MSU Denver's 2030 Strategic Plan and what it means for faculty, students, and staff in the months and years ahead. 

Mar 18, 202129:27
State Funding for MSU Denver

State Funding for MSU Denver

Dr. Janine Davidson and Dr. Samuel Jay discuss state of Colorado funding for Metropolitan State University of Denver. 

Mar 10, 202129:09
A Safe Return to Campus

A Safe Return to Campus

Dr. Janine Davidson and Dr. Samuel Jay discuss Metropolitan State University of Denver's decision to return to full on-campus operations for Fall 2021. 

Mar 01, 202128:01