In this episode of the Historical Reminiscents Podcast I'm veering away from historical content and chatting about my experiences advocating for trans and gender diverse inclusion, with a focus on gender identity training. Download or Listen Now: Transcript of Episode 87.
In today's episode I'm discussing my experiences attending three different virtual conference in October. I talk about online conference formats, recording and giving presentations, and interaction in online conference spaces. Mentioned in this episode: -Canadian Research Knowledge Network 2020 Conference-TESS Online 2020: Humanizing Learning-Ontario Museum Association Annual Conference Download or Listen Now: Photo by Magnet.me … Continue reading Historical Reminiscents Podcast EP 74: Participating in Virtual Conferences
Prior to the world going to hell, I participated in a wonderful six days of professional development put on by Thinking Rock Community Arts and Jumblies Theatre. Titled "Crafting Communities" this workshop was based on Jumblies well-known Artfare Essentials training which is focused on skill building connected to community arts facilitation. "Crafting Communities" focused on … Continue reading Crafting Communities Workshop
In today's episode I'm thinking about making space for new opportunities by letting go of old ones. I discuss balancing commitments, knowing when it is time to move on, and changing interests. Mentioned in this episode: -Thinking Rock Community Arts-Erin Wunker, "Surthrival" on the Hook & Eye blog Photo by Andrew Seaman on Unsplash Download or Listen Now:
I've been working at Algoma University, in the Shingwauk Residential Schools Centre, since 2010. That's a decade. In today's episode I'm talking about means to stay at one institution for a long period of time and how to grow within local opportunities. Mentioned in this episode: -Erin White, "What It Means to Stay" Photo by Andrew … Continue reading Historical Reminiscents Podcast EP 64: Professional Growth Within An Organization
Conference season is quickly approaching for many Canadian academics and with all of this travel comes conversations about professional development. In this episode, I discuss the differences between professional development and professional learning. I also tackle questions of ongoing career development, active learning, and the funding of professional growth opportunities. I would love to hear … Continue reading Historical Reminiscents Podcast EP 46: Professional Development Vs. Professional Learning
It is finally warm here! And flowers are starting to grow! As Spring rolls around I've been getting the urge to start Spring cleaning. What does Spring cleaning mean for folks working in academia and public history? How do you set yourself for success in the coming season? In this episode I chat about shaking … Continue reading Historical Reminiscents EP 28: Spring Cleaning Your Work Life
I'm currently at the National Council on Public History annual meeting (yay!) and with conference season ramping up I've been thinking a lot about networking. In this episode I discuss networking as an introvert, conference survival tips, and small steps to building a strong network. I also chat about virtual colleagues, asking for help, and … Continue reading Historical Reminiscents EP 25: Conference Season – Networking As An Introvert
New podcast episode! In this week's episode I discuss building admin and leadership skills within public history. I talk about education gaps, how to gain hands on experience, and the importance of mentorship. How have you worked to build admin or management skills within public history? Leave a comment or send me a message on … Continue reading Historical Reminiscents EP 17: Leadership, Admin, And The Things They Didn’t Teach You in Grad School
Jumping up and down news! (Okay, I admit that I might be the only one who jumps up and down at this news). I was recently elected to the Board of Directors of the National Council on Public History (NCPH). Folks can find the complete election results in the March issue of the Public History News … Continue reading NCPH Election Results