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The Future of News in the Digital Age

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56:29 minutes (22.63 MB)

For the first time since the birth of television, the media landscape is being fundamentally reshaped. New technologies are changing how people get information, how journalism is produced, and, most significantly, how money is made in the media industry. Medill professor Rich Gordon explores some of the trends shaping the future of media and their implications for journalism and civic engagement.

Constance A. Hauman (Mu83)

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Soprano Constance Hauman (Mu83) shares a story in which she crosses paths with Gary Marshall and lands a leading role. In recognition of her distinguished career, Hauman received an Alumni Merit Award from the NAA at the 2008 Alumni Awards in Chicago.


3:36 minutes (1.65 MB)

Portfolio Life with David Corbett (WCAS60)

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David Corbett (WCAS60) talks about his book Portfolio Life: The New Path to Work, Purpose, and Passion after 50, which presents a new way to think and thrive in middle age—and move from a career to calling.

21:02 minutes (9.64 MB)

A thought leader on life transitions for executives and professionals, David Corbett (WCAS60) offers a 21st century alternative to traditional retirement. Corbett is founder and CEO of New Directions, which offers advice to people making the transition from work to life after a career. He talks about his book Portfolio Life: The New Path to Work, Purpose, and Passion after 50, which presents a new way to think and thrive in middle age—and move from a career to calling.

Getting Behind the Rhetoric on Social Security

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Fay Lomax Cook, professor of human development and social policy at the School of Education and Social Policy and director of the Institute for Policy Research, explores some of the myths surrounding an issue that affects Americans of all ages.

24:18 minutes (11.13 MB)

Is it true that Social Security will go bankrupt in 2041? Are young adults more likely to believe in UFOs than to think they will get Social Security when they retire?

Susan Kraus Jones (J71, GJ72)

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Susan Kraus Jones (J71, GJ72) shares her memories of student protests at Northwestern during the height of the Vietnam War.

2:26 minutes (1.12 MB)

A Professor of Marketing at Ferris University and a 2007 inductee into the Medill Hall of Achievement, Susan Kraus Jones discovered her knack for advertising inside Evanston-campus classrooms. Outside, she joined fellow students in protests of the Vietnam War. In this edition of 'Cat Tales, she remembers the turbulent time of her student years.

In recognition of her many contributions to Northwestern, Jones received an Alumni Service Award from the NAA at the 2008 Alumni Awards in Chicago.

U R A Brand: Carol Ross (McC83, GMcC87) Interviews Catherine Kaputa (WCAS70)

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Catherine Kaputa (WCAS70) outlines the career strategies discussed in her book U R A BRAND! How Smart People Brand Themselves for Business Success.


31:14 minutes (14.3 MB)

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In Part 1 of this interview, conducted by Carol Ross (McC83, GMcC87), Catherine Kaputa (WCAS70) outlines the career strategies discussed in her book U R A BRAND! How Smart People Brand Themselves for Business Success. Kaputa received a BA from Northwestern, an MA from the University of Washington, and is currently a PhD candidate at Harvard University. Visit Kaputa's web site, SelfBrand.

William J. Kroll, Jr. (McC67, GMcC71)

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In this edition of 'Cat Tales, William Kroll (McC67, GMcC71) shares the story of how he came to Northwestern.

3:09 minutes (1.45 MB)

The Future of U.S. Diplomacy: Part 1

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Recorded in November 2007 at the National Press Club at the NAA's A Night with Northwestern in D.C., this compelling three-part podcast explores the major issues affecting U.S. foreign policy and the future of U.S. diplomacy.


34:58 minutes (16.01 MB)

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The Future of U.S. Diplomacy: Part 2

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Recorded in November 2007 at the National Press Club at the NAA's A Night with Northwestern in D.C., this compelling three-part podcast explores the major issues affecting U.S. foreign policy and the future of U.S. diplomacy.

39:26 minutes (18.06 MB)

Listen to Part 1. Listen to Part 3

The Future of U.S. Diplomacy: Part 3

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Recorded in November 2007 at the National Press Club at the NAA's A Night with Northwestern in D.C., this compelling three-part podcast explores the major issues affecting U.S. foreign policy and the future of U.S. diplomacy.

35:11 minutes (16.11 MB)

Listen to Part 1. Listen to Part 2

U R A Brand: Carol Ross (McC83, GMcC87) Interviews Catherine Kaputa (WCAS70)

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Catherine Kaputa (WCAS70) outlines the career strategies discussed in her book U R A BRAND! How Smart People Brand Themselves for Business Success.

25:00 minutes (11.45 MB)

Listen to Part 1.

In Part 2 of this interview, conducted by Carol Ross (McC83, GMcC87), Catherine Kaputa (WCAS70) outlines the career strategies discussed in her book U R A BRAND! How Smart People Brand Themselves for Business Success. Kaputa received a BA from Northwestern, an MA from the University of Washington, and is currently a PhD candidate at Harvard University. Visit Kaputa's web site, SelfBrand.

How The West Wing Was Won: Part 1

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This three-part podcast features alumni journalists from The NewsHour, ABC News, and USA Today discussing the 2008 presidential campaign.

36:08 minutes (16.58 MB)

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How The West Wing Was Won: Part 2

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This three-part podcast features alumni journalists from The NewsHour, ABC News, and USA Today discussing the 2008 presidential campaign.

36:11 minutes (16.57 MB)

Listen to Part 1. Listen to Part 3.

How The West Wing Was Won: Part 3

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This three-part podcast features alumni journalists from The NewsHour, ABC News, and USA Today discussing the 2008 presidential campaign.

37:08 minutes (17.01 MB)

Listen to Part 1. Listen to Part 2.

Peter G. Traber (GFSM84, 86)

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Dr. Peter G. Traber (GFSM84, 86) reflects on an experience during his residency at the Feinberg School of Medicine that became a "landmark" in his life and career.

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In this edition of 'Cat Tales, Dr. Peter G. Traber (GFSM84, 86) reflects on an experience during his residency at Northwestern's Feinberg School of Medicine that became a "landmark" in his life: when he encountered a patient with a severely fatal condition and experienced first-hand how "humanistic care, high technology, intensive care, and research" come together to care for individuals.

Water Cooler Talk from a CEO: Carol Ross (McC83, GMcC87) Interviews Bill White (McC60)

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Professor William J. "Bill" White (McC60) discusses how to start your job on the right foot in "Water Cooler Talk from a CEO: What You Don't Know Can Hurt You."

38:20 minutes (17.55 MB)

In this interview by Carol Ross (McC83, GMcC87), Professor William J. "Bill" White (McC60) discusses how to start your job on the right foot in "Water Cooler Talk from a CEO: What You Don't Know Can Hurt You." White is author of From Day One: CEO Advice to Launch an Extraordinary Career.

Susan Butts (G77, 80)

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Susan Butts (G77, 80) recalls a different era of Northwestern athletics.

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In this edition of 'Cat Tales, Susan Butts (G77, 80) reflects upon a time at Northwestern when the football team wasn't known for racking up the winning seasons it boasts today. (This was the era that ushered in the tradition of "laking the posts" in Lake Michigan.)

Can Renewable Energy Solve Our Problems?

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Bob Vanderhye (McC68), specialist in environment- and energy-related technology, explores the benefits of renewable energy.

10:34 minutes (4.84 MB)

Renewable energy isn’t just for the future. Many technologies are currently available that can greatly improve national health, enhance national security, and create all levels of domestic jobs. In part 1 of this edition of Learning Tracks, Bob Vanderhye (McC68), a specialist in environment- and energy-related technology, explores the many benefits of renewable energy.

Mark Goldston (KSM78)

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An extremely ambitious student, Mark Goldston (KSM78) found little time for socializing while studying in the MBA program at the Kellogg School of Management. Along with some classmates, he found an outlet in the Evanston-area flag football leagues.


2:26 minutes (1.12 MB)

In this edition of 'Cat Tales, Mark Goldston (KSM78) reflects upon his time in the MBA program at the Kellogg School of Management, where he discovered a little success outside the classroom: on the Evanston-area flag football fields.

Can Renewable Energy Solve Our Problems? Part 2

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Bob Vanderhye (McC68), specialist in environment- and energy-related technology, explores the benefits of renewable energy.

14:58 minutes (6.86 MB)

Renewable energy isn’t just for the future. Many technologies are currently available that can greatly improve national health, enhance national security, and create all levels of domestic jobs. In part 2 of this edition of Learning Tracks, Bob Vanderhye (McC68), a specialist in environment- and energy-related technology, explores the many benefits of renewable energy.

James L. Connaughton (L89)

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James Connaughton's career has been devoted to environmental policy, but when he attended Northwestern Law School, he made time to take advantage of Chicago's rich cultural life, not only as an audience member, but as a performer.

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In this edition of 'Cat Tales, James L. Connaughton (L89) describes his life as a student at Northwestern Law School in the late 1980s when the campus was experiencing significant growth. Off-campus, he took advantage of the rich cultural life Chicago had to offer, not only as an audience member, but as a performer. Along the way, he formed friendships that have lasted up to the present day.

The Art of Changing Careers with Rob Sullivan (GJ90)

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Rob Sullivan (GJ90) explores why a career change is challenging, but also exciting. This informative and lively session was recorded as part of his presentation during 2009's A Day with Northwestern in Evanston.


40:29 minutes (18.54 MB)

Can Renewable Energy Solve Our Problems? Part 3

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Bob Vanderhye (McC68), specialist in environment- and energy-related technology, explores the benefits of renewable energy.

11:57 minutes (5.48 MB)

Renewable energy isn’t just for the future. Many technologies are currently available that can greatly improve national health, enhance national security, and create all levels of domestic jobs. In the third and final part of this edition of Learning Tracks, Bob Vanderhye (McC68), a specialist in environment- and energy-related technology, explores the many benefits of renewable energy.

Jack Koefoot (McC46)

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We asked alumni to sit down with us during 2008's reunion weekend and share their stories of life at Northwestern. Jack Koefoot took us up on our invitation and proved to be a true raconteur.


4:26 minutes (2.04 MB)

In this edition of 'Cat Tales, Jack Koefoot (McC46) shares his memories of arriving at Northwestern as a wide-eyed and eager young freshman. His account of life on campus is vivid with the details of a natural-born story-teller. Jack sat down with us during 2008's Reunion Weekend.

'Cat Tales is a production of the Northwestern Alumni Association. If you would like to share your Northwestern story, please email cattracks@northwestern.edu.

Posted: May 5, 2009

Learning Tracks - President Obama Faces the World

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The 2009 A Day with Northwestern in Evanston ended with a full-house for Stephen Kinzer's talk on the challenges facing the new administration on the world stage.

63:44 minutes (25.53 MB)

"President Obama Faces the World" covered the current conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan as well as hot spots Iran and Pakistan. Stephen Kinzer brings considerable expertise to the subject. He is an award-winning correspondent who spent more than 20 years working for the New York Times. Stephen has also written books on Turkey, Iran, and most recently A Thousand Hills: Rwanda's Rebirth and the Man Who Dreamed It.

Eddie Deerfield (J50)

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During the 2008 Reunion Weekend, Eddie Deerfield shared his years on campus as being the beginning of a life spent traveling the world as a member of the U.S. Foreign Service.

8:45 minutes (3.51 MB)

In this edition of 'Cat Tales, Eddie Deerfield (J50) shares his memories of how he realized his dream of attending Northwestern in the years following World War II and launched a career that spanned the globe as a member of the U.S. Foreign Service. Eddie sat down with us during 2008's Reunion Weekend.

Career Tracks - The Stalled Job Hunt with Marilyn Moats Kennedy (J65, GJ66)

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Nationally-recognized author, consultant, and career strategist Marilyn Moats Kennedy (J65, GJ66) explores strategies for people who have been engaged in a job search for an extended period and want to seek new approaches.


6:50 minutes (2.74 MB)

The current employment market presents new challenges, and Northwestern is providing its alumni and friends with the resources and support to meet them. Marilyn Moats Kennedy (J65, GJ66) is a nationally-recognized author, consultant, and career strategist. In this Career Tracks podcast, Marilyn explores strategies for people who have been engaged in a job search for an extended period and want to seek new approaches.

'Cat Tales - Bob Boone (GSESP75)

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Bob Boone (GSESP75) remembers a professor who became a mentor to him and a life-long friend, even after an unlikely start.

4:04 minutes (1.63 MB)

Bob Boone earned his PhD in English education from the School of Education and Social Policy in 1975. He taught in Chicago, New York, and Germany before coming to Northwestern. In 1991, Bob founded Young Chicago Authors (YCA), which has helped thousands of underprivileged youths access their untapped skills in creative writing and personal expression. For his work with Young Chicago Authors, as well as for his overall dedication to teaching, he received the title of Chicagoan of the Year in 2002 from Chicago magazine.

Career Tracks - Second Acts with Marilyn Moats Kennedy (J65, GJ66)

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Nationally-recognized author, consultant, and career strategist Marilyn Moats Kennedy (J65, GJ66) explores strategies for people who are re-entering the job market after a lapse in employment.

9:36 minutes (3.85 MB)

The current employment market presents new challenges, and Northwestern is providing its alumni and friends with the resources and support to meet them. Marilyn Moats Kennedy (J65, GJ66) is a nationally-recognized author, consultant, and career strategist. In this Career Tracks podcast, Marilyn explores strategies for people who are re-entering the job market after a lapse in employment.

Learning Tracks - Mike in the Morning

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ESPN Radio morning show co-host Mike Greenberg (J89) reflects on his career decision to “invest everything in something that means absolutely nothing” from his standing room only session at 2009's A Day with Northwestern.


32:01 minutes (12.83 MB)

For ESPN Radio Mike and Mike in the Morning co-host Mike Greenberg (J89) talking to the biggest names in sports is all in a day's work. He has been a guest on Late Night with David Letterman and Good Morning America and is author of The New York Times bestseller Why My Wife Things I'm an Idiot. Greenberg, however, manages a high-profile career with a healthy dose of perspective for what professional sports really means in the context of life as a husband and father.

'Cat Tales - Howard Geltzer (J58, GJ59)

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In this edition of 'Cat Tales, Howard Geltzer (J58, GJ59) reflects on his years at Medill.


3:19 minutes (1.33 MB)

Howard Geltzer (J58, GJ50) wanted to be a baseball player, but a high school coach dashed his hopes. So, he decided to cover athletics for the school paper instead. Geltzer’s interest in journalism brought him to the Medill School of Journalism. After Northwestern, he started a PR agency with his wife Sheila. In 2000, Geltzer and Company was sold to advertising giant Publicis, who named him vice president and marketing director.

Career Tracks - The Extreme Job Hunt with Marilyn Moats Kennedy (J65, GJ66)

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Nationally-recognized author, consultant, and career strategist Marilyn Moats Kennedy (J65, GJ66) explores strategies for people who don't want to do more of what they've been doing.

8:39 minutes (3.47 MB)

The current employment market presents new challenges, and Northwestern is providing its alumni and friends with the resources and support to meet them. Marilyn Moats Kennedy (J65, GJ66) is a nationally-recognized author, consultant, and career strategist. In this Career Tracks podcast, Marilyn explores strategies for people who don't want to do more of what they've been doing.

 

'Cat Tales - Sally Glick (SCS98)

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In this edition of 'Cat Tales, Sally Glick (SCS98) describes her return to Northwestern as an undergrad after a long, and very productive, time away.


5:44 minutes (2.3 MB)

Sally Glick (SCS98) was already a successful professional when her son convinced her to return to Northwestern to complete her undergraduate studies. She served as marketing director and firm administrator for her family's business, H. Leftwich and Associates. Since completing her BA in psychology, Glick went on to earn an MBA from the Lake Forest Graduate School of Management.

Learning Tracks - Israel and the Palestinians

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In this episode of Learning Tracks, Dr. Elie Rekhess, one of Israel's leading experts on the Arab minority in Israel, talks about "Israel and the Palestinians" from 2009's A Day with Northwestern in Evanston.


58:10 minutes (23.3 MB)

Visiting Crown Professor of Middle East studies, Dr. Elie Rekhess is one of Israel's leading experts on the Arab minority in Israel, Jewish-Arab relations, Palestinian politics, and the Islamic resurgence in the West Bank and Gaza. He is a faculty member in Tel Aviv University's Department of Middle Eastern History. For 2009's A Day with Northwestern in Evanston, Dr.

'Cat Tales - Frank Galati (C65, GC67, GC71)

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In this edition of 'Cat Tales, Frank Galati (C65, GC67, GC71) describes how his role as a Northwestern faculty member developed and nurtured his distinguished theatre career.


5:16 minutes (2.12 MB)

Frank Galati (C65, GC67, GC71) is an accomplished professor, director, and playwright. His work has been produced by Chicago's renowned Goodman and Steppenwolf Theatres and on Broadway, where he received two Tony Awards for his direction and adaptation of The Grapes of Wrath. In Evanston, he is professor emeritus of performance studies at Northwestern's School of Communication.

Career Tracks - From Opera Singer to Entrepreneur

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Genevieve Thiers (GMu04) studied to be an opera singer, but you're more likely to hear others sing her praises as the founder and CEO of iVillage’s Sittercity.com®, an award-winning, online care-giving site for child care, pet care, senior care, home care, and tutors. She shared her story as part of 2009's A Day with Northwestern in Evanston.


32:16 minutes (12.93 MB)

As an undergraduate at Boston College, Genevieve Thiers (GMu04) babysat for over 30 families. That experience foreshadowed her career to come as the founder and CEO of iVillage’s Sittercity.com®, an award-winning, online care-giving site for child care, pet care, senior care, home care, and tutors. Thiers has appeared extensively in the media including The Today Show and CNN, and has been featured in The Wall Street Journal and The New York Times.

'Cat Tales - Julie Koenig (WCAS63) and Linda Shirer (J63)

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We asked alumni to sit down with us during the 2008 Reunion Weekend and share their stories of life at Northwestern. In this edition of 'Cat Tales, Julie Koenig (WCAS63) and Linda Shirer (J63) remember their sorority, which was a source of fun and lifelong friendship.


2:54 minutes (1.17 MB)

In this edition of 'Cat Tales, Julie Koenig (WCAS63) and Linda Shirer (J63) share their memories of their time at Northwestern as sorority sisters. It was a time filled with fun, friendshiop, and more than a little mischief. Julie and Linda sat down with us during 2008's Reunion Weekend.

Learning Tracks - Amorous Italians and Drunken Englishmen

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In this episode of Learning Tracks, Dr. Susan Phillips talks about "Amorous Italians and Drunken Englishmen," as described in the pages of 16th and 17th century dictionaries, phrasebooks, and guides -- recorded at 2009's A Day with Northwestern in Evanston.


40:34 minutes (16.25 MB)

Associate Chair and Associate Professor of English Dr. Susan Phillips describes herself as a medievalist with Early Modern leanings. Her current project traces the cultural history of the dictionaries, phrasebooks, and guides to conversations that flooded the early modern marketplace. Dr. Phillips discussed her research during 2009's A Day with Northwestern in Evanston in an engaging and entertaining presentation.

'Cat Tales - Ira Sherman (WCAS68)

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We asked alumni to sit down with us during the 2008 Reunion Weekend and share their stories of life at Northwestern. Ira Sherman (WCAS68) took us up on our offer.


3:22 minutes (1.35 MB)

In this edition of 'Cat Tales, Ira Sherman (WCAS68) shares his memory of life at Northwestern. He is a clinical psychologist, but that's not what he expected to study when he arrived on campus. Ira sat down with us during 2008's Reunion Weekend.

'Cat Tracks is a production of the Northwestern Alumni Association. If you would like to share your Northwestern story, please email cattracks@northwestern.edu.

Career Tracks - Giving Back with Dr. Regina Lopata Logan (GSESP84, 93)

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Dr. Regina Lopata Logan, director of the Foley Longitudinal Study of Adulthood, explores generativity, the midlife adult's need to leave a legacy or give something back to society from a session recorded during 2009's A Day with Northwestern in Evanston.


21:44 minutes (8.71 MB)

Dr. Regina Lopata Logan (GSESP84,93) received her second master's and PhD from Northwestern. Today, she is research assistant professor at the Foley Center for Lives. Dr. Logan's research and interest areas include generativity, as defined by the renowned psychologist Erik Erikson, which was the topic of her 2009 A Day with Northwestern in Evanston session, "Giving Back: Midlife Career Change and Generativity."

'Cat Tales - Yolanda Baker (WCAS98) Audra Savage (C98) & Anticia Whitehead (McC98)

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We asked alumni to sit down with us during the 2008's Reunion Weekend and share their stories of life at Northwestern. Yolanda Baker (WCAS98), Audra Savage (C98), and Anticia Whitehead (McC98) were happy to oblige...all at once!


3:25 minutes (1.37 MB)

In this edition of 'Cat Tales, Yolanda Baker (WCAS98), Audra Savage (C98), and Anticia Whitehead (McC98) tell a tale of smart student athletes and meeting Charlton Heston. They sat down with us during 2008's Reunion Weekend.

'Cat Tales is a production of the Northwestern Alumni Association. If you would like to share your Northwestern story, please email cattracks@northwestern.edu.

Published: October 7, 2009

Learning Tracks - The Bionic Arm

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Dr. Gregory Dumanian describes his pioneering work developing prosthetic limbs that are controlled through nerve transfer in "The Bionic Arm" -- recorded at 2009's A Day with Northwestern in Evanston.


61:19 minutes (24.56 MB)

Dr. Gregory Dumanian is a respected plastic surgeon in his native Chicago. As part of a collaborative project between Northwestern's Division of Plastic Surgery and the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago, he is pioneering more intuitive controls for amputees' prosthetic limbs. Dr. Dumanian's work was the subject of the session "The Bionic Arm: How Nerve Transfers Improve Control in Prosthetics."

'Cat Tales - A Conversation with the University President and Notable Alumni

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In this special edition of 'Cat Tales, President Morton Schapiro leads a discussion with seven distinguished alumni during Reunion Weekend 2009.

46:02 minutes (18.44 MB)

One of the highlights of 2009's Reunion and Homecoming Weekend was the Friday afternoon session, "A Conversation with the University President and Notable Alumni." A full-house enjoyed a lively discussion moderated by the University's new president and a panel that certainly lived up to its billing; Patrick G. Ryan (Bus59), James Di Pasquale (M64), Wayne D. Watson (SESP69, GSESP70, PhD72), Bonnie Swanson Daniels (WCAS69), George de Lama (J79), Smita N.

'Cat Tales - Pat Colbert (WCAS73)

Pat Colbert (WCAS73) is an alumni interviewer for prospective Northwestern students. During the 2008 Reunion Weekend, we turned the tables and interviewed her regarding her memories of life at Northwestern.


3:35 minutes (1.23 MB)

One of the questions we ask when we conduct 'Cat Tales interviews is, "What advice would you have for today's Northwestern students?" Pat Colbert (WCAS73) talks to a lot of prospective students, so she's had ample opportunity to consider that question. This interview was recorded during the 2008 Reunion Weekend.

Career Tracks - The Adventures of Johnny Bunko

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Carol Ross (McC83, GMcC87) returns to Career Tracks with an interview with Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences alum and author Daniel Pink about his new book of career advice aimed at, but not exclusively for, Generation Y.

49:44 minutes (19.92 MB)

Daniel Pink graduated with honors from Northwestern and went on to Yale Law School. He served several roles in government including chief speechwriter to Vice President Al Gore before embarking on a successful career as an author. He spoke about his most recent books, Drive and The Adventures of Johnny Bunko, with Carol Ross (McC83, GMcC87) , career coach, social entrepreneur, and founder of Carol Ross and Associates.

Career Tracks - Career Services

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In this episode of Career Tracks, Aspasia Apostolakis Miller shares the range of offerings NAA Career Services provides Northwestern alumni.


10:21 minutes (7.12 MB)

Every month, the NAA Career Tracks podcast brings you selections from events, live and online, provided by Career Services. These events, however, only scratch the surface of the broad range of offerings from this department. Aspasia Apostolakis Miller talked to us about the variety of ways Career Services can help Northwestern alumni.

Career Tracks is a production of the Northwestern Alumni Association.

Posted: January 29, 2010

'Cat Tales - Don Sokol (McC58)

In this edition of 'Cat Tales recorded during Reunion Weekend 2009, Don Sokol (McC58) tells about the unexpected delay in his Northwestern undergraduate degree.


5:05 minutes (3.5 MB)

Don Sokol (McC58) arrived a Northwestern University as a freshman in 1949. An unexpected delay prevented him from graduating until 1958, and when it came time to graduate, Don wondered if his future lay in professional sports rather than engineering.

Career Tracks - New Year, New Inspiration

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Recent retirees and professionals hit by the recession are looking for ways to reinvent their careers in ways that enrich them personally, professionally and financially. In this episode of Career Tracks, a panel of experts offer their advice for navigating a successful career transition.


29:31 minutes (20.27 MB)

In January, close to 250 Northwestern alumni tuned into the teleseminar "New Year, New Inspiration: Tips for Reinventing Your Career", which offered expert advice for navigating a successful career transition. In this episode of Career Tracks, we offer a sampling from that teleseminar.

'Cat Tales - Craig Busey (WCAS69)

In this edition of 'Cat Tales recorded during Reunion Weekend 2009, Craig Busey (WCAS69) tells how protests on the Northwestern campus in the late 60s could sometimes be quite subtle.


4:01 minutes (2.77 MB)

When we conduct interviews for 'Cat Tales, the turbulent years of the late 60s and early 70s often provide some of our most compelling stories. The campus was often in turmoil, but as Craig Busey (WCAS69) reminded us during Reunion Weekend 2009, not every protest was necessarily loud or even obvious.

Learning Tracks - It's Not As Bad As You Think

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Economist Brian Wesbury's (KSM89) sessions for A Day with Northwestern in Evanston are always standing room only. So, it's fortunate we captured his 2010 remarks for Learning Tracks. Better still, Brian says of the economy, "It's Not As Bad As You Think."


37:53 minutes (26.02 MB)

Economist Brian Wesbury (KSM89) earned an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management. He is the chief economist at First Trust Advisors and the author of two books, The New Era of Wealth and It's Not As Bad As You Think. The latter was the title of Brian's session recorded during 2010's A Day with Northwestern in Evanston.

This Learning Tracks podcast is a production of the Northwestern Alumni Association.

Posted: May 29, 2010

'Cat Tales - Dr. Carl K. Yorita

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For this episode of 'Cat Tales, we recall Northwestern's notoriously cold and blustery winters through the memory of somebody for whom snow was a new and novel experience.

6:06 minutes (4.19 MB)During 2009's Reunion Weekend, Dr. Carl K. Yorita shared his memories of Northwestern's cold and snowy winters. While toughing out the elements on the lake shore is something all alumni can relate to, it was a whole new experience for this Hawaiian native.

'Cat Tales is a production of the Northwestern Alumni Association. If you would like to share your Northwestern story, please email cattracks@northwestern.edu.

Posted: May 10, 2010

Career Tracks - Charting Your New Career Course

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Mary Corbitt Clark (KSM75) offers tips for "Charting Your New Career Course" from a session recorded during 2010's A Day with Northwestern in Evanston.


22:47 minutes (15.65 MB)

Mary Corbitt Clark (KSM75) spends much of her time with Winning Workplaces helping businesses create better work environments. Sometimes for the individual, a better work environment means a complete change of scenery. In this hands-on session, she provides tips for "Charting Your New Career Course."

'Cat Tales - Carol Ross (McC83, GMcC87)

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Career Tracks contributor Carol Ross (McC83, GMcC87) takes a turn on the other side of the microphone and shares a memory of life at Northwestern for 'Cat Tales.


3:25 minutes (2.35 MB)

Carol Ross (McC83, GMcC87) is a familiar voice on Northwestern Alumni Association podcasts.

Career Tracks - L.A. Careers: Personal Stories

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In this episode of Career Tracks, a panel of alumni share their personal stories of L.A. Careers from a session recorded during Northwestern Explores in L.A. - Work Well, Live Smart.


38:35 minutes (26.5 MB)

Los Angeles careers can be unique, but the personal stories behind them provide insights into work and life decisions that are universal. For the June 12 Northwestern Explores in L.A. - Work Well, Live Smart event, we gathered a panel of alumni to share their own experiences:

Janae Bakken (C96), television producer and screenwriter best known for her work on the television series Scrubs

Anne Louise Bannon (GJ95), author of two books and a writer and columnist for multiple blogs

Learning Tracks - When Worlds Collide

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In this episode of Learning Tracks recorded during 2010's A Day with Northwestern in Evanston, Knight Professor of Digital Media Strategy at Northwestern's Medill School of Journalism Owen Youngman explores "When Worlds Collide: Technology, Journalism, and the Audience."


44:43 minutes (30.7 MB)

Knight Professor of Digital Media Strategy at Northwestern's Medill School of Journalism Owen Youngman spent 37 years at the Chicago Tribune. He witnessed radical shifts in the technologies used by reporters and audiences alike, which he explores in "When Worlds Collide: Technology, Journalism, and the Audience."

Career Tracks - Career Reinvention

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In this episode of Career Tracks, Director of Alumni Career Services at the Kellogg School of Management, Matthew Temple (KSM93), talks career reinvention from a session recorded during Northwestern Explores in L.A.


63:33 minutes (43.64 MB)

Matthew Temple (KSM93) is the Director of Alumni Career Services at the Kellogg School of Management. He has also served as career counselor for the Harvard Business School and UCLA's Anderson School of Management. For this episode of Career Tracks, he offers his insights on career reinvention, including creating an action plan, maintaining energy and confidence, and tapping into new networks.

'Cat Tales - The Reverend Dr. Thomas Lane Butts

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This episode of 'Cat Tales takes us to the "Heart of Dixie" for a visit with the Reverend Dr. Thomas Lane Butts.

3:08 minutes (2.16 MB)

The Reverend Dr. Thomas Lane Butts served southern churches for nearly 50 years. In that time, he earned three graduate degrees, including one from Northwestern. When The Reverend Butts arrived on campus in 1955, it was not only his first trip to Evanston, it was the Alabama native's first trip north of the Mason Dixon Line.

Learning Tracks - The Battle for Congress

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In this episode of Learning Tracks recorded during A Night with Northwestern in DC in November 2010, a panel of top journalists provide their insights into what happened during the 2010 Midterm Elections.

74:55 minutes (51.45 MB)

On November 4, the NU Club of Washington, DC hosted A Night with Northwestern in DC. The crowd that assembled at the National Press Club was treated to The Battle for Congress: A Panel Discussion on the Midterm Elections featuring a distinguished panel of journalists including:

Career Tracks - Careers in International Affairs

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In this episode of Career Tracks recorded in Washington, DC, former chairman of the Foreign Operations Subcommittee of the House Appropriations Committee Jim Kolbe provides an overview of career options in international affairs.


13:20 minutes (9.16 MB)

On October 5, The Northwestern Alumni Association and The NU Club of DC hosted a reception and panel discussion on the subject of 

Learning Tracks - Legislating the Environment

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In this episode of Learning Tracks recorded during 2010's A Day with Northwestern in Evanston, Faith Bugel (L98) provides an overview of developments in clean air and clean energy policy.


47:15 minutes (32.45 MB)

Faith Bugel (L98) is a 1998 graduate of the Northwestern University School of Law.

Learning Tracks - A Purple Shade of Green

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In this episode of Learning Tracks recorded during 2010's A Day with Northwestern in EvanstonMark Ratner (G69) provides an overview of Northwestern's sustainability and energy initiatives.


50:04 minutes (34.38 MB)

Mark Ratner (G69) is Morrison Professor of Chemistry in the Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences at Northwestern University in addition to being a professor of materials science and engineering in the McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Science. He is also co-director of the 

Career Tracks - Intergenerational Communications

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In this episode of Career Tracks recorded during a Council of One Hundred Young Alumnae Event in Chicago on October 8, we sample selections from an insightful talk on "Intergenerational Communication in the Workplace."

48:05 minutes (33.01 MB)

On October 8, The Council of One Hundred hosted a Young Alumnae Event in Chicago including a session on "Intergenerational Communication in the Workplace" hosted by C100 members Marilyn Moats Kennedy (J65,GJ66) and Alexandra Levit (WCAS98)

Learning Tracks - A World of Improvisation

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In this episode of Learning Tracks recorded during 2010's A Day with Northwestern in EvanstonBienen School of Music Professor Victor Goines brings us "A World of Improvisation."

19:36 minutes (13.46 MB)

Victor Goines is a Professor of Music in the Bienen School of Music and an internationally renowned jazz musician.

Learning Tracks - NAA at the Chicago Fed

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In this episode of Learning Tracks we return to the Chicago Fed. Our 2010 event was a great success, so on March 10 we gathered again for a look at the state of the economy with Professor Marty Eichenbaum.

59:02 minutes (40.54 MB)

Mary Eichenbaum is the Ethel and John Lindgren Professor of Economics and Co-Director of the Center for International Economics and Development at the Weinberg College

Learning Tracks - From the "Outside Looking In"

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In this episode of Learning Tracks, Professor Gary Wills draws from stories in his latest book "Outside Looking In" for the Afternoon Keynote at 2011's A Day with Northwestern in Evanston.

45:48 minutes (31.46 MB)

Gary Wills is Professor Emeritus of History in the Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences. In addition to being recognized for his excellence as a journalist and historian, Willis is also a Pulitzer Prize-winning author. He delivered the Afternoon Keynote at 2011's A Day with Northwestern in Evanston.

Career Tracks - Combat Leader to Corporate Leader

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In this episode of Career Tracks, we have an exclusive interview with Chad Storlie (WCAS89), author of Combat Leader to Corporate Leader: 20 Lessons to Advance Your Civlian Career.

15:33 minutes (10.68 MB)

Chad Storlie (WCAS89) says that military training and experience are great assets to future business leaders. He has written a book titled Combat Leader to Corporate Leader: 20 Lessons to Advance Your Civilian Career that makes that case and brings some of those lessons to professionals from all walks of life.

Career Tracks - What's a Green Job Anyway?

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In this episode of Career TracksMetropolitan Planning Council President MarySue Barrett (C86) answers the question, "What's a Green Job Anyway?"

37:30 minutes (25.75 MB)

MarySue Barrett (C86) is president of the Metropolitan Planning Council

Career Tracks - The Big Shift

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In this episode of Career Tracks, renowned social entrepreneur Marc Freedman speaks on the subject of his latest book, The Big Shift: Navigating the New Stage Beyond Midlife.


31:12 minutes (21.42 MB)

Marc Freedman is a renowned social entrepreneur and founder and CEO of Civic Ventures and Encore.org. On May 4, he spoke on the Chicago campus of Northwestern on the subject of his latest book, The Big Shift: Navigating the New Stage Beyond Midlife.

This Career Tracks podcast is a production of the Northwestern Alumni Association.

Posted: May 25, 2011 

Learning Tracks - It's Still Not as Bad as You Think

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In this episode of Learning Tracks, economist Brian Wesbury (KSM89) returns to 2011's A Day with Northwestern in Evanston with the encouraging message, "It's Still Not as Bad as You Think."

49:02 minutes (33.67 MB)

Economist Brian Wesbury (KSM89) is chief economist at First Trust Advisors. His 2010 session at A Day with Northwestern in Evanston was among the most popular and he returned in 2011 with the reassuring message, "It's Still Not as Bad as You Think."

Career Tracks - Career Advice from Bill White (McC61)

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In this episode of Career Tracks recorded at an April 14 Council of One Hundred event, we feature career advice from our frequent and popular contributor, Professor Bill White (McC61).

39:11 minutes (26.91 MB)

Bill White (McC61) is a professor at the McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Science at Northwestern University and author of the career book for young professionals, From Day One: CEO Advice to Launch an Extraordinary Career. He is a frequent Careers contributor to the Northwestern Alumni Association Website.

Career Tracks - A Roadmap to the Real World

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In this episode of Career Tracks recorded at an April 13 Council of One Hundred student eventJodi Glickman (SESP95) and Christine Hassler (C98) share their insights, experiences, and best practices for transitioning from college life to the realities of life after college.


43:34 minutes (29.92 MB)

Since 1993, the Council of One Hundred has gathered women leaders in their chosen professions who are willing to share their knowledge and experience to enrich the lives of Northwestern's undergraduate and graduate women students, and young alumnae.

Learning Tracks - Privacy in the 21st Century

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In this episode of Learning Tracks recorded during 2011's A Day with Northwestern in Evanston, the Medill School provides a pair of experts to take on the subject of "Privacy in the 21st Century."


40:09 minutes (27.58 MB)

From online to airports, privacy is a big topic in early 21st century America. For 2011's A Day with Northwestern in Evanston, Medill Associate Professor Craig LeMay and Paul Rosenzweig of the Medill National Security Initiative offered their thoughts and expertise on "Privacy in the 21st Century."

This Learning Tracks podcast is a production of the Northwestern Alumni Association.

Posted: August 2, 2011 

Career Tracks - Forget Your Career Path

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In this episode of Career Tracks recorded at the January Big Ten networking event, author Jason Seiden (KSM02) encourages you to "Forget Your Career Path." We encourage you to listen to the podcast an join us for a discussion in our LinkedIn Group.


39:28 minutes (27.11 MB)

Jason Seiden (KSM02) is a blogger and author of Super Staying Power: What You Need to Become Valuable & Resilient at Work and How to Self-Destruct: Making the Least of What’s Left of Your Career. When he spoke to the January Big Ten networking event, his advice to "Forget Your Career Path" left the crowd buzzing.

Career Tracks - Surviving Office Politics with Marilyn Moats Kennedy (J65, GJ66)

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In this Career Tracks podcast, Marilyn Moats Kennedy (J65, GJ66) explores the realities of, opportunities from, and and strategies for "Surviving Office Politics."

60:40 minutes (41.66 MB)

The current employment market presents new challenges, and Northwestern is providing its alumni and friends with the resources and support to meet them. Marilyn Moats Kennedy (J65, GJ66) is a nationally-recognized author, consultant, and career strategist.

Career Tracks - Rebranding and Framing Your Career

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Career advisor Liz Ryan (GC92), CEO of AskLizRyan.com, believes that many traditional job search techniques don't work anymore. In this Career Tracks podcast, learn how to replace them with tactics that do.

56:40 minutes (38.92 MB)

The current employment market presents new challenges, and Northwestern is providing its alumni and friends with the resources and support to meet them. Career advisor 

Career Tracks - 5 Before 25

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In this Career Tracks, we present 5 Before 25 , a panel discussion of young alumni sponsored by the Northwestern Class Alliance, a student-alumni partnership.

44:29 minutes (30.55 MB)

On February 10, Northwestern students got a glimpse of life after graduation.

Career Tracks - Starting from Zero

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In this Career Tracks recorded at  L.A. Careers,  the NAA's second career-focused program in L.A., United Online, Inc. CEO Mark Goldston (KSM78) presents the Keynote Address, "Starting from Zero: Building Your Personal Brand While Building Your Business."


44:12 minutes (30.36 MB)

Mark Goldston (KSM78) has an innate sense of how to pinpoint a product’s overlooked potential and amplify its appeal.  Goldston has used this unique talent to shape his personal brand, and he uses this same talent that to lead United Online, Inc., now one of the most profitable Internet companies in the country.