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I'm Jennifer van Alstyne (@HigherEdPR). Welcome to The Social Academic podcast, a extension of my Higher Education blog. Join me for interviews with professors about their online presence. And, advice about social media and personal websites for faculty, scientists, and graduate students like you.

Location:

United States

Description:

I'm Jennifer van Alstyne (@HigherEdPR). Welcome to The Social Academic podcast, a extension of my Higher Education blog. Join me for interviews with professors about their online presence. And, advice about social media and personal websites for faculty, scientists, and graduate students like you.

Twitter:

@HigherEdPR

Language:

English

Contact:

732-456-9598


Episodes

Get Your Research Funded with Dr. Julia Barzyk

5/25/2023
Are you a wise investigator? As a PI, getting your research funded is a priority. Meet Dr. Julia Barzyk who is uncovering the hidden curriculum to getting funding for your research.

Duration:00:26:26

How To Make A Personal Academic Website

4/12/2023
This step-by-step guide teaches you how to create an academic personal website. Professors, learn how to make your personal website a reality.

Duration:00:18:51

Writing Your Book for Minoritized Women Academics with Jane Jones, PhD

3/23/2023
Book coach Jane Jones on anxieties and struggles when writing your book. Your book is meaningful and you want to see it out in the world. Authors, this interview is for you!

Duration:00:35:13

How I Got Started Helping Professors With Their Online Presence

2/9/2023
Jennifer van Alstyne opens up about why she started her company, The Academic Designer LLC. And, how social media has impacted her life most.

Duration:00:22:47

7 Lessons for Academics Wanting to Use Social Media in 2023

1/19/2023
What can academics learn about social media from reality TV? Jennifer talks about the new season of The Circle Netflix, sharing 7 tips to inspire professors for the new year.

Duration:00:28:44

LinkedIn for PhDs with Dr. Gertrude Nonterah of The Bold PhD

1/4/2023
How can PhDs use LinkedIn to invite opportunity for themselves? Dr. Gertrude Nonterah is a LinkedIn expert. Learn how opening up about her struggle to find a job with a PhD helped people. And, invited job offers and opportunities!

Duration:00:28:26

Author Linda More on Attribution and Feeling Comfortable Talking About Your Book

12/22/2022
Author Linda Moore talks about her new book Attribution (2022) about a PhD student named Cate who finds a mysterious painting in her university's basement. We dive into how to get comfortable talking about your book too!

Duration:00:28:51

Get Your Ticket to 10 Keys to Building an Incredible Brand for Academics LIVE

12/2/2022
I'm teaming up with Dr. Sheena Howard to bring you a live VIP event for academics. You're invited!

Duration:00:02:39

A Common Mistake Academics Make With Their Personal Websites

11/16/2022
This common mistake may be hurting your Google Search results. Is your personal academic website showing up on the 1st page when someone searches your name?

Duration:00:04:04

3 Ways To Take New Photos For Your Website

11/9/2022
What's the best way to take new photos for your website? Here are 3 options for you.

Duration:00:05:52

How to Get Media Attention For Your Research With Dr. Sheena Howard

10/19/2022
How can academics get publicity and media attention for their work? Plus, what to charge for speaking engagements. Meet Dr. Sheena Howard.

Duration:00:28:42

Podcasting with Allanté Whitmore, PhD of Blk + In Grad School

10/5/2022
Allanté Whitmore started her podcast Blk + In Grad School on an air mattress with her cell phone. Looking forward to a new season of motivation and inspiration for grad students.

Duration:00:28:31

Announcing a Contest for Best Personal Academic Websites You Should Enter!

9/28/2022
Enter to win an award in the 2022 Best Personal Academic Websites Contest!

Duration:00:00:56

What Are Informational Interviews? With Jennifer Polk, PhD

9/13/2022
Informational interviews can help you get from PhD to Life. Meet career coach Dr. Jen Polk who joins me to talk about info interviews and networking.

Duration:00:31:44

Grad School with Dr. Toyin Alli of The Academic Society

9/6/2022
Toyin Alli, PhD helps student succeed in grad school at The Academic Society LLC. She's a math lecturer who helps students survive grad school! We talk about her book, YouTube, and more.

Duration:00:27:19

Academic Writing and Finding Community Online with Dr. Lisa Munro

8/30/2022
Dr. Lisa Munro talks about how to kickstart your journal article. Did you know she has a private community for academic writers on Mighty Networks?

Duration:00:35:22

Successes and Setbacks of Social Media Cheyenne Seymour, EdD

8/23/2022
Cheyenne Seymour, EdD joins me to talk about her book Successes and Setbacks of Social Media: Impact on Academic Life.

Duration:00:30:07

Racism in Education in New Jersey with Walter D. Greason, PhD

8/9/2022
Walter Greason, PhD returns to talk about racism in education in New Jersey, the January 6th insurrection, and the upcoming Black Panther movie.

Duration:00:38:03

Dan Marrable of 448 Studio Helps Academics with Digital Media and Technology

8/2/2022
Did you attend a virtual event or conference during the pandemic? Meet Dan Marrable, founder of 448 Studio. We talk about digital media, events, and educational technology advancements.

Duration:00:22:51

Professor Chinasa Elue on Grief, Trauma, and Talking About Loss Online

7/12/2022
How do you talk about grief and loss online? Chinasa Elue, PhD opens up about the death of her mom, and the research she's doing to help leaders move forward with trauma-informed practices.

Duration:00:25:53