Saints Ready
By Siena College Saints Ready
*Views of the guest are their own and not those of the institution.*
Saints ReadyJan 20, 2023
Episode 9 - Anytime is a good time
Today we interview Kyrsta Dennis. She has done a lot of different things in her career so far. From sommelier to Producer of Creative Arts at Siena. Learn all about it here.
Episode 8 - You can do it
Back at it again! Thank you for being patient as we get the podcast back up and running. Today we chatted with Matt Schiesel, the Associate Director of Study Abroad & International Fellowships. We talk about how he is building bridges for students to explore their interests. As well as what Matt has done after he concluded his studies at Siena.
Episode 7 - Following your heart
As we wrap up the Sping 2022 semester we interview Director Deb Delbelso and see how she became the head of the Career and Internship Center. We also wrap up the semester to start looking ahead to the summer and the fall!
Episode 6 - Trusting Yourself
In this episode, we meet with Suzanne O'Connor, The Associate Director of the Career and Internship Center. Dedicating 20 years to Siena college, but what did Suzanne do before Siena? Take a listen to find out and to know what her best piece of advice is.
Episode 5 - Taking that risk
Welcome to Episode 5 of Saints Ready! Today we interview Alicia Pepe, The Assistant Vice President of Experiential Learning and Career Development. She goes into detail about her time working in the private sector and her switch to higher ed and about the risks taken to get to where she is today!
Episode 4 - Deciding the Undecided
Today we are speaking with Jenna Kersten '17. A recent grad with an interesting path after leaving Siena. Learn about where she went, what she did, and how she ended up back working at Siena's Student Academic and Engagement Office!
Episode 3 - DJ turned Friar
This week, we interview Father Larry! Learn all about his life before friarhood and the time when he was known as "Spike" Anderson. Father Larry is the college chaplain and while he's not a teacher in the sense of grading papers he is a teacher in faith!
Episode 2 - Finding your Team
In this episode, we have Adam Casler as a guest! He is a fixture in the Siena Community. He was involved in Community Living and Residential Life for many years before having the opportunity to be Assistant Dean of Students! Hear about his career in Higher Ed and his lessons about building your team.
Episode 1 - The Introduction
Welcome to the Saints Ready Podcast! Our inaugural episode showcases what we plan on doing in the future and our team!