Stan State EduCast

Aspiring Educators on the Rise in the Valley with Dr. Ana York

Dr. Ana York’s story is one of extraordinary resilience. From a childhood marriage and domestic abuse to a career in education and a doctoral degree, her path is anything but conventional. In this deeply personal and inspiring episode of the Stan State EduCast, Dr. York shares how her lived experiences shaped her teaching philosophy, fueled her passion for mentoring students, and led to the creation of Educators Rising and Aspiring Educators — two growing programs designed to recruit and support future teachers from high school to the college level.   Dr. Ana York: https://www.csustan.edu/people/dr-ana-york Stan Magazine Article: https://www.csustan.edu/stan-magazine/fall-2024/against-all-odds Teacher Education website: https://www.csustan.edu/teacher-education Educators Rising:  educatorsrising.org  Aspiring Educators: https://warriorlife.csustan.edu/scta/home/  Produced by the Office of Strategic Communications and Marketing, edited and recorded in the KCSS studios on the campus of Stanislaus State.

Health Access: Rooted in Care, Rising Together

California’s Central Valley faces a growing healthcare crisis—from long ER wait times to a severe shortage of nurses and primary care providers. In this episode of the Stan State EduCast, we explore how Stanislaus State is tackling the issue head-on by training local students to become the next generation of healthcare professionals. Host Frankie Tovar is joined by Dr. Sarah Sweitzer (Dean of the Stockton Campus) and Dr. Wendy Matthew (Associate Professor of Nursing) for an in-depth conversation about nursing shortages, health equity, burnout, and how simulation labs, bachelor’s programs, and community partnerships are reshaping the region’s healthcare future. Whether you're a student, parent, faculty member, healthcare partner, or community advocate, this episode will show you how Stan State is “growing local, training local, and keeping local” — all while building a healthier, more equitable Central Valley. Dr. Sarah Sweitzer: https://www.csustan.edu/people/wendy-matthew  Dr. Wendy Matthew: https://www.csustan.edu/people/dr-sarah-sweitzer  Stan Magazine Article: https://issuu.com/csustanislaus/docs/stan_magazine_spring_2025/s/84341041  School of Nursing Website: https://www.csustan.edu/nursing  HealthForce Partners: https://healthforcepartners.org Produced by the Office of Strategic Communications and Marketing, edited and recorded in the KCSS studios on the campus of Stanislaus State.

The Case of Luigi Mangione: Healthcare, Murder and Public Opinion with Professors Meggan Jordan & Phyllis Gerstenfeld

This episode of the Stan State EduCast features Meggan Jordan PhD. (Professor of Sociology) and Phyllis Gerstenfeld PhD. (Criminal Justice Department Chair & Professor of Criminal Justice).  Meggan Jordan and Phyllis Gerstenfeld join host Frankie Tovar to discuss the high-profile case of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson's murder and the upcoming trial of suspect Luigi Mangione. The crime has sparked a whirlwind of discussion both online and in the media about corporate greed, healthcare reform, and morality. This episode highlights the societal tensions surrounding for-profit healthcare, the phenomenon of cult hero status for the accused, Luigi Mangione, and the implications for legal and ethical discourse in the U.S.  Meggan Jordan: https://www.csustan.edu/people/dr-meggan-jordan  Phyllis Gerstenfeld: https://www.csustan.edu/people/dr-phyllis-gerstenfeld  Produced by the Office of Strategic Communications and Marketing, edited and recorded in the KCSS studios on the campus of Stanislaus State.

Introducing the New Musical Theatre BA Program with Carin Heidelbach & Jamie Johns

This episode of the Stan State EduCast features Carin Heidelbach (Theatre Department Chair & Associate Professor of Acting and Directing) and Jamie Johns (Assistant Professor of Musical Theatre). Carin Heidelbach and Jamie Johns join host Frankie Tovar to discuss the brand-new Musical Theatre Bachelors Degree Program, a highly anticipated and much welcomed addition to the Stan State curriculum. Listen as our guests provide a comprehensive look into the unique aspects of this program, explore its interdisciplinary and interdepartmental approach to education, and preview upcoming theatre productions. Discover the opportunities this new BA program creates for aspiring performers and theatre technicians in the Central Valley and beyond. Theatre Department: https://www.csustan.edu/theatre  Buy Tickets Here: https://cur8.com/projects/17811  Produced by the Office of Strategic Communications and Marketing, edited and recorded in the KCSS studios on the campus of Stanislaus State.

Project Rebound: Incarceration to Graduation with Danica Bravo

This episode of the Stan State EduCast features Danica Bravo (Project Rebound Program Coordinator). Danica Bravo joins host Frankie Tovar to discuss the life-changing initiatives of Project Rebound, highlighting the ongoing efforts to break down barriers and provide seamless transitions for former inmates seeking academic success. The pair cover the lived experiences that transformed Danica into an advocate for the incarcerated, how she established Project Rebound at Stan State, and what long-term goals she has for the program. Project Rebound: https://www.csustan.edu/project-rebound Danica Bravo:https://www.csustan.edu/people/danica-bravo Produced by the Office of Strategic Communications and Marketing, edited and recorded in the KCSS studios on the campus of Stanislaus State.