TERN Talks

AI Or F? Navigating The Wishy-Washy Reality Of AI On College Campuses With Scott Seibel

Gen Z is often labeled as the hyper-connected, digital-native generation, but what if they are actually the most tired of the online world? In this illuminating conversation, we sit down with Scott Seibel [https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-scott-seibel/], a self-funding junior at CU Boulder, who offers a powerful and unique lens into collegiate life, fierce motivation, and the complex relationship students have with technology. Scott shares his generation’s growing desire to disconnect from screens for more meaningful, interpersonal connections, even while grappling with a crucial challenge: the confusing, "wishy-washy" policy on Artificial Intelligence (AI) on campus. As universities struggle to define where AI belongs—a helpful tool or grounds for plagiarism—students are left in fear, knowing they must use it to keep pace but risking failure if they do. Discover why this fiscally responsible student believes AI should be a tool for experienced professionals, not a crutch for those just starting out, and how this digital dilemma is shaping the next generation of leaders. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!

From Psychology To Presidency: Being The Youngest Leader At The Homebuilding Table With Jessica Francis

Meet Jessica Francis [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessica-francis-440b875b/?_l=en_US], the Land Acquisition Manager for Drees Homes [http://www.dreeshomes.com] and the youngest sitting President of the Northern Virginia Builders Industry Association (NVBIA). In this episode of TERN Talks, Jessica unpacks her incredible journey, sharing how her Psychology degree unexpectedly prepared her for success in the male-dominated field of land acquisition and development. She offers invaluable insights on everything from door-knocking at age 24 to the profound shift of learning to set boundaries as a working parent. Discover how Jessica is championing younger generation leadership in homebuilding and how her secret to success lies in turning feelings into a "superpower". Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!

Deep Dive Into CSU’s Leadership Seminar

What is it like to be nominated and be part of the Sonny Lubick Leadership Seminar at Colorado State University? Tina Fox gets first-hand thoughts and in-depth insights about this program from nine of its current participants. In this roundtable discussion, she chats with Faith Dodge, Emily Ho, Rhys Travis, Arden Houck, Ally Bartels, Cameron Loew, Patrick Macholl, Ava Lee, and Rachel Turner, together with Department Chair & Associate Professor of Management Dr. Liz Karam. Together, they explain everything they have learned from the program, from leading with purpose and intention to the importance of embracing your most authentic self. They also define leadership and success in the context of today’s digital age, when nonstop tech innovation and rapid work reign supreme. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!

A Lesson On Uncertainty From a Colorado State Classroom

After a guest lecture in an entrepreneurship class at Colorado State University, Tina Fox stayed behind to talk with students who approached her with a mix of gratitude, curiosity, and relief. What she heard was the same thread running through every campus she visits: uncertainty about networking, about majors, about what comes next. In this solo episode, Tina unpacks the "upper duck, under duck" truth: nobody actually has it all figured out. She walks through a simple practice for moving forward anyway: stop, breathe, and take the simplest next step. She also makes the case for why "yes" and "no" are both gifts, why "maybe" is the real trap, and why the fastest way for a college student to start building a network is to walk into a professor's office hours.

Mentorship For The Future: Bridging Generations, AI, And Human Potential With Kate Byrne

What does mentorship look like when the future is unclear—and constantly changing? In this episode, we sit down with Kate Byrne [https://katherinebyrne.com/]—founder of Women Advancing [https://katherinebyrne.com/podcast/], advisor, and civic leader—to explore how mentorship must evolve in a world shaped by AI, rapid change, and uncertainty. Kate shares why traditional advice is becoming obsolete—and why modern mentorship is really about helping others navigate ambiguity, think critically, and find their voice. From bridging generational gaps to fostering real human connection in a digital-first world, this conversation dives into what it truly takes to guide the next generation into careers and realities that don’t even exist yet. If you’re a leader, mentor, or student trying to make sense of the future—this one is for you. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!