Jennifer van Alstyne
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Types of academic online presence
I was on a networking call with a future podcast guest the other day. It had been over a year since we caught up. She’s a cool Marketing Strategist in…
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Art and Design to Share Your Research Story with the Public Health Resonance Project
Art and Research Communication The Public Health Resonance Project at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa collaborated with a talented artist to create illustrations to better share their research. Have…
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Academic and Community Partnerships with Dr. Shereen Naser
Are you a faculty, scientist, or grad student who wants to connect with the communities your research supports? Dr. Shereen Naser joins me to talk about academic and community partnerships.…
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Scholars, Have You Considered Public Writing? With Lisa Munro, PhD
Public writing vs. academic writing. How do you choose? Writing coach, Lisa Munro, is back on The Social Academic podcast to talk about writing for the public for faculty and…
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A Warm Community for Higher Education Consultants and Coaches
This year, I joined the Association for Higher Education Consultants and Coaches (AHECC). It’s been such a warm community, I wanted to share it with you too. Meet co-founder, Claire…
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Winners of the Best Personal Academic Websites Contest 2025
Congratulations to the winners of the 2025 Best Personal Academic Websites Contest hosted by Jennifer van Alstyne, Brittany Trinh, and Ian Li. This contest celebrates great examples of academic websites…
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Higher Education Leadership and Video for TV with Carole Chabries, PhD
This episode is about leadership in Higher Education. Meet Carole Chabries, PhD who has journeyed from campus leadership roles to coach and consultant at Third Rail Leadership. Here’s ways she…
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Revising Your Story (Even When It’s Sad) with Lena Ziegler, PhD
Trigger warning: Sexual violence This episode of The Social Academic Podcast features Dr. Lena Ziegler to talk about her new book, A Revisionist History of Loving Men. A thoughtful conversation…
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FAQ for Academic Writers When You Want an Authentic Digital Presence
What can academic writers do to have a digital presence that shares their writing and helps them connect with people online? Dr. Katy Peplin interviews The Social Academic podcast host,…
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How to Get Research Funding in 2026 with Dr. Julia Barzyk
The research funding landscape has changed in 2025. Dr. Julia Barzyk of Wise Investigator returns to The Social Academic Podcast to talk about the state of funding in America and…
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What is Civic Courage? A Conversation for Faculty and Educators with Dr. Brielle Harbin
Dr. Brielle Harbin helps educators prepare to practice civic courage. She supports faculty and leaders that it’s okay to feel discomfort. Learn why it’s necessary to practice ‘civic courage,’ a…
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Public Scholarship with Drs. Ben Railton and Vaughn Joy
Public scholarship takes many forms. Ben Railton, PhD of Scholar Sunday and the American Studier blog and Vaughn Joy, PhD of Review Roulette are spouses who created their own website…
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Start a Podcast with Your Friend, Two Therapists Nerd Out
Dr. Zori Paul and Natalie Jeung started a podcast about their geeky passions and mental health. What’s it like to start a podcast with your friend? An academic interview with…
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Types of Academic Websites for Faculty and Researchers
Website designer for academics, Jennifer van Alstyne, shares 6 types of academic websites for you. Whether you’re designing your own website or collaborating to have your website done for you,…
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Lab Logos and Visual Branding for Your Research with Dr. Makella Coudray
Dr. Makella Coudray cares about how her research shows up online. She knows that when your science is visually engaging, it can reach more people. We worked together on a…
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Mindfulness for Your Life in Academia with Jennifer Askey
Faculty, are your actions and goals in alignment? Check-in with yourself in this interview with mindfulness coach, Dr. Jennifer Askey. What does it mean to be a mindful academic? Jennifer…
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Octopus researcher Meg Mindlin on science art and video for social media
This grad student livestreamed her thesis and created a platform for her research and science communication online. What’s it like to be an artist and scientist? Meg Mindlin studies octopuses,…
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Academic Entrepreneurship with Toyin Alli, PhD
More full-time academics have a business or side-hustle than I ever realized when I was in grad school. Dr. Toyin Alli helps faculty entrepreneurs make it work semester-round. Dr. Toyin…
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How to Be A Great Podcast Guest with Cheryl Lau
Podcast coach and producer, Cheryl Lau shares her top tips for being a guest on a podcast. Advice for first timers and podcast lovers alike. Academic voices should be heard.…
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Personal Websites for Academics and Scientists Livestream
Tips and advice about websites for academics from 3 experts who want to help you make your own website. A livestream for faculty, researchers, and grad students. This livestream is…
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Be a Visible Expert with Dr Lily Rosewater of Pitch Science
Science communicator and website designer, Dr. Lily Rosewater, shares why you should have more visibility as a researcher. Dr Lily Rosewater designs websites, brand assets, and has a service for…
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What do you dream about for your online presence, academics?
Hopes and dreams are something you may have for your research, academics. But what about your online presence? Jennifer van Alstyne has advice for you. Let’s talk about dreams for…
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Your Digital and Analog Life with Jo Davis
Coloring book designer, writer, and creative, faculty member, Jo Davis shares her story with you. Faculty, do you use paper and pen? This interview touches on life offline too. As…
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Unfriending on Social Media Satire with Author, Sarah Layden
Don’t want to be friends with folks online who disagree with you? The ‘Unfriend Me Now’ social media trend may be for you. Sarah Layden joins me to talk about…
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Feel burned out? Ruth C. White, PhD on burn out for female academics
Faculty, you deserve wellbeing. Burnout coach, Dr. Ruth C. White is back to help you, especially if you’re experiencing burnout. We’re back with Dr. Ruth C. White to talk about…
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Storytelling for Scientists and the Researchers’ Writing Podcast with Dr. Anna Clemens
What does storytelling have to do with writing scientific articles? It helps especially when you want to be published in high-ranking journals. Plus, podcasting, with science writing coach, Dr. Anna…
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Photography, Hair, and Makeup: Visual Branding for Academics with Melissa McClure and Amanda Thorne
This interview is about photography, hair, makeup, and styling for a photo shoot. It can feel scary. When you have a photographer you feel comfortable with, it makes a world…
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Career Clarity for PhDs with Career Coach Dr. Jen Polk
Are you on the job market or seeking a new career? Professors and researchers, this interview with career coach, Dr. Jen Polk, is especially for academics considering leaving academia (or…
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19 Ideas for Your Online Presence That Are Not Social Media
Academics can enhance their online presence beyond social media. Here’s 19 effective ways to share your research and teaching online for professors and researchers.
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How faculty online presence can help your students
Professors, your online presence can be supportive for your students in many ways. Here’s 13 scenarios in which being intentional for your digital presence as an academic online can support…