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.
In this edition of 'Cat Tracks, William Kroll (McC67, GMcC71) shares the story of how he came to Northwestern.
3:09 minutes (1.45 MB)
William Kroll (McC67, GMcC71) turned his bachelors and masters degrees from the Robert R. McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Science into a highly successful career. His dream to attend Northwestern (a desire inflamed by the evangelism of a family friend) was nearly unrealized due to financial hurdles. But with the help of financial assistance he gained the opportunity to attend the University and chose a field of study (not his first choice) that would change the course of his life.
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.
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 Tracks, 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.
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?
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.
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.
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.
Bob and Kaye Hiatt established the Robert and Kaye Hiatt Fund for Research on Media, Technology, and Society at the School of Communication. Bob is the retired chairperson, president, and CEO of Maybelline and now serves as a corporate director and adviser. Kaye is on the Marin Theatre Company Board of Directors in Mill Valley, California. For their contributions to the University, the Hiatts received an Alumni Service Award at the 2008 Alumni Awards ceremony in Chicago.
