Communication – Greek University

Dr. Kevin Reese: Finding Belonging on College Campuses

By admin on December 31, 2025

Finding belonging on college campuses is a specialty for Dr. Kevin Reese, an an experienced higher education professional with over fifteen years of experience working in a variety of roles that provide academic, personal, and professional support for college students that represent diverse and multifaceted backgrounds. Dr. Kev has experience in Admissions and Enrollment Management, Residence Life, Housing, Multicultural Affairs, Diversity and Inclusion, New Student Orientation, Student Organization Advising, Student Conduct, Public Speaking, Leadership Training and Development, and Event Planning. Founder of The Vision of Excellence Scholarship Program (2015) which is geared to assist Black males in their quest of higher education. He’s also the Founder of the Wednesday Experience Podcast (2021) which takes listeners on a journey of life, laughter and wisdom!

In episode 630 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Dr. Kev chose Kentucky State University for his undergraduate experience, what drew him into higher education and what’s kept him committed for over 15 years, how pursuing a doctorate changed the way he approaches his work with students, what separates performative leadership from impactful leadership in student organizations, what small but powerful shifts student leaders can make to improve their chapter culture immediately, how to find belonging on college campuses, what behaviors most often signal that a student organization is heading in the wrong direction, what communication mistakes he sees student leaders make most often when addressing their peers, what he learned about himself through podcasting, and what advice he would give a 19-year-old fraternity or sorority member who wants to leave a positive legacy. Enjoy!

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gjzYel_gUzQ

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Clint Pardoe: What are some communication tools that students can use to improve relationships?

By admin on March 12, 2024

As Clint Pardoe was about to graduate from college, he didn’t know what he wanted to do with his degree in Business. This, combined with the ending of a romantic relationship, led him to experiencing overt anxiety, which led to depression, which led to some deep soul-searching. He spent the next year waiting tables & obsessively reading books about personal growth and spirituality.

Inspired by a former Professor, Clint went to graduate school to teach public speaking and interpersonal communication classes at the college level and, after a few years of doing so, did post-graduate work in Business/Life Coaching. This led to him writing The 4 Secrets to College Life Success and speaking & coaching in both the college and real estate markets.

A decade later, two decades after this journey started, Clint felt called to refocus his energy on speaking at colleges and now offers two programs, Awaken Your Potential & Wake Up Call. He also hosts a weekly podcast-like meditation and conversation where, in community, college students can awaken to and live more of their full potential.

In episode 431 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out what made Clint want to become an Adjunct Professor, what is Youth Speaker University and what Clint does for them, what is emotional balance, what are some communication tools that students can use in order to improve relationships with family, friends, teachers, and significant others, what are tips to improve time management skills, why support from others helpful for students to transform areas of their own lives, why service is so important for college students, and what his TEDx talk is about versus his presentations on college campuses. Enjoy!

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_hVlTuYRz8

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Norma Hollis: How can students improve communication in their student organization?

By admin on December 20, 2023

Having spent over 25 years in business, Dr. Norma Hollis intimately understands the struggles and challenges that entrepreneurs face. She has weathered the storm and emerged stronger, armed with a wealth of wisdom and experience to share. Norma is a beacon of guidance, teaching leaders and others how to navigate stress, overcome obstacles, prepare for growth, and savor the fruits of their labor. Her insights and practical advice are invaluable resources for those on the entrepreneurial path, as she encourages them to stay focused, persevere, and bring their dreams to fruition. With her relatable storytelling and down-to-earth demeanor, Norma captivates as she imparts invaluable knowledge, helping leaders find the resilience and determination needed to succeed.

In episode 414 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Norma decided on Michigan State for her undergraduate experience, how she was able to impact the professional speaking industry for Black speakers, how students can embrace their authenticity and live with purpose, how students can discover team strengths and gaps in order to align their team, how students can navigate all the stress in their lives, how students can overcome obstacles in their life, Norma’s advice for people who want to develop their public speaking skills, how students can improve communication in their student organization, and how students can attract more diverse members.

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dn-FGkLrSDs

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Karen Laos: How should students navigate conflict in their sorority or fraternity?

By admin on September 13, 2023

What Karen Laos has learned through her experience is that it really comes down to 3 things her mom taught her about how to treat people: “Be direct, honest and kind.” Karen teaches high achieving women in business to speak with confidence and clarity. She has 25+ years of experience specializing in communication for companies such as NASA, Google, Facebook, Netflix, Sephora, Fidelity, Bacardi, UnitedHealthcare, Sony, Uber and more. Karen is also a best-selling author twice: Trust Your Own Voice: Growing Your Influence Through Confident Communication and Invisible No More: Stepping Into the Spotlight.

In episode 391 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Karen chose Lafayette College, why Karen’s mission is to eradicate self-doubt in 10 million women worldwide by 2030, why women give away their power and how do they get it back, what are some of the most common communication mistakes, how can college students become influential communicators, how can college students command a room, how college students can feel more comfortable talking about who they are and what they do, how students can navigate conflict in their sorority or fraternity, and the best way to negotiate with your boss for a raise. Enjoy!

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=huOYCKbzRYU

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Adrienne McDunn: How can we create a more productive team environment?

By admin on August 9, 2023

As President and CEO of Personalysis, Adrienne McDunn continues the legacy of mentor and Personalysis founder, James R. Noland, to support fulfillment and success in all aspects of individual endeavor. Believing that work can offer the opportunity to pursue purpose and passion, Adrienne empowers clients to contribute their best self and lead more meaningful lives. Minnesota roots and global heart. Dog shelter volunteer (despite her cat’s objection to dog smell). Considers black loose-leaf tea a transcendent experience. Will always make time for her Passion Project: Coaching Supervision.

In episode 379 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Adrienne chose the University of Minnesota, how students can build connections quickly in the workplace, how Personalysis can help people contribute their best self at work and lead more meaningful lives, how Personalysis measures against other personality tests that are out there, how we can create a more productive team environment, what are some tips for better communication in a virtual setting, how we enhance collaboration in our Gen Z groups, what are the differences in how Personalysis would be used in a corporate setting over a college student organization, and what types of people should look into the certification program. Enjoy!

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-PhMVTFh1j0

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Marco Yim: Why is it so important for college students to go through mock interviews?

By admin on July 24, 2023

Our next guest has his roots firmly planted in Ontario, Canada. Marco Yim loves board games, belting the latest pop songs, and training adorable service dogs. But most of all, he loves helping people develop and own their communication skills. With over 10 years of experience in speaking training and workshop facilitation, Marco knows that anyone can become a great communicator. With the right training, preparation, and mindset, speaking can shift from feeling like a nightmare to an energizing, confidence-boosting experience. Whether you’re trying to land a new job, presenting at a small meeting, or demanding a refund on a defective product, speaking with impact matters! Marco can help you get there.

In episode 372 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Marco chose the University of Waterloo in Ontario, Canada for his undergraduate experience, how our customers can have a delightful and thoughtful customer experience each time they interact with us, why college students should leverage mock interviews, what is the master resume and cover letter system, how to make a memorable impression during the interview just by knowing your personal speaking style, what is the best answer to “Tell Me About Yourself” during an interview, and how to eliminate the filler words that people use when they are speaking. Enjoy!

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l2n74ZUpeRQ

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Sara Ting: How do we go from the pain of discrimination to forgiveness?

By admin on March 30, 2023

Sara Ting is a diversity and inclusion trainer, innovator, visionary, speaker and author working in D & I since 1985. She shares bold, innovative ideas that are enlightening, empowering, transformative and sustainable. Her clients served include public schools, colleges, police department, housing authorities and health care providers. Sara is the founder and president of World Unity, Inc., a non-profit organization dedicated to make an enduring contribution to the elimination of all forms of prejudice, bias and discrimination. They believe this can be achieved with the construction of a permanent landmark showcasing the Sun poem that reads as follows: Are you greater than the sun/that shines on everyone: Black, Brown, Yellow, Red and White/ the sun does not discriminate ©. Sara was a TV Reporter for a major NBC affiliate, freelance TV reporter covering issues that impacted the Asian American communities for ten years, and has been a radio talk show host and producer for four years.

In episode 336 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Sara decided on Boston University for her undergraduate experience, how The Sun Poem came about, how it turned into a huge public service campaign, how we can go from pain in discrimination to forgiveness, how bias influences our career paths in life, how do we empower college students to understand and value diversity in their organizations, how we can create a culture of belonging in our organization, how college students can improve their communication skills, and more about Sara’s book series called “Small Book With a Big Idea”. Enjoy!

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dftOkf90DvY

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Dr. Fatima Bustos-Choy: What should students do if they are confused about their career?

By admin on October 17, 2022

Dr. Fatima Bustos-Choy is on the show today! Dr. Fatima is a seasoned holistic life coach, author, and leadership development consultant with over 30 years of professional, corporate, and business experience. She has worked with thousands of people in helping them to overcome obstacles and to grow and become their best and truest selves. She believes that doing inner work first is the foundation for achieving outer work. This involves integrating your mind, heart, body, and spirit into all facets of your life and work and creating harmony between personal and professional goals.

In episode 309 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out about Dr. Fatima’s adjustment as young immigrant from the Philippines in search of the American dream, how her mother helps her as an inner voice, why we get butterflies in our stomach before a big event in our lives, how students can find their way if they are confused about their career, what students should do if their student organization needs a turnaround, what are the five paths to abundance and success, how chronic diseases are preventable in a natural way by making healthier choices, what are the relationships keys to better communication and authenticity, and what are some secret powers that we may not be using. Enjoy!

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=geDnGP-Fubs

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Kristin MacDermott: What is emotional intelligence and why is that important?

By admin on April 19, 2021

[podcast src=”https://html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/18778718/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/191970/” height=”90″ width=”100%” placement=”top” theme=”custom”]Today we have with us Kristin MacDermott! Kristin is a resilience expert, and a family & business therapist. Most people avoid conflict. Kristin loves it. She feels conflict is an opportunity to learn, grow and get your needs met. Done right, it is a catalyst for building a stronger mindset and healthier relationships. She uses conflict to build resilience—in individuals, couples, families, and in businesses. Her evidence-based method has been validated in four studies (including two randomized-controlled trials) with researchers from the Duke Clinical Research Institute, published in peer-reviewed journals, and proven to improve key resilience and mental health benchmarks, including anxiety, depression, distress, PTSD, and self- efficacy.

In episode # 146 of the Fraternity Foodie Podcast, we find out why Kristin chose Duke University, why should we tell empowering stories about yourself, what is the MacDermott Method Resiliency Model, what are the communication skills that de-escalate conflict, what is emotional intelligence and why is that important, how college students can create a plan for themselves that allows them to feel hopeful, focused, and confident, what are the non-profit organizations she works with called Pathfinders and Zero Hour Expeditions, and Kristin’s favorite restaurants in the Palm Beach area of Florida.

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vwvW1tSVP1E

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Emily Motti: How has the pandemic helped with gender identity and gender expression?

By admin on February 19, 2021

[podcast src=”https://html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/18011138/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/191970/” height=”90″ width=”100%” placement=”top” theme=”custom”]Emily Motti is a member of Sigma Delta Tau from Oswego, Master of Public Administration from Binghamton University, and a 🔥 TikTok star 🔥 who frequently talks about gender identity, gender expression, and helps us communicate with partners or friends who have anxiety! Emily is incredibly driven to create and maintain sustainable change through community and political action. She works diligently to amplify the voices of vulnerable communities and bring their stories to the forefront of legislation at the local, state and national level.

In episode #122 of The Fraternity Foodie Podcast, We find out what it was like for Emily to grow up in Rockland County, New York, why she chose Oswego for her undergraduate experience, why Sigma Delta Tau was the right organization for her, how she got involved with politics and amplifying the voices of vulnerable communities, whether we are starting to move away from hate speech and aggressiveness from strangers as a society, how the pandemic has helped with gender identity and gender expression, self-help techniques for coping with mental illness, how we can help communicate with partners/friends who have anxiety, and her secret to a huge following on TikTok. Enjoy!

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fDMC9KGg05I