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A Degree Further

The Graduate School at Hood College

A Degree Further is a biweekly podcast hosted by The Graduate School, which features accomplished alumni, innovative faculty, and successful student stories and interviews.

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00:21:46

A conversation with Calli Amber

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2025/10/13

Calli Onest is an aspiring infectious disease researcher who completed her Biology degree at Kent State University before joining Hood College’s Biomedical Science program. Her time at Hood helped her build confidence in research, sharpen her lab skills, and prepare for the next step toward a Ph.D. With experience in both clinical and commercial microbiology, she’s passionate about using science to make an impact on global health. Calli lives in Maryland with her cat, Turnip, and her lizard,

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00:29:43

A conversation wit Nikki Scott about Thanathology,...

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2025/09/10

Dr. Nikki Scott is a proud mama and wife. She is also a social worker, self-published author, counselor, and college professor, holding a doctorate in social work, advanced certification in grief counseling, certification in bereavement trauma, and training in perinatal mental health. Nikki is a proud member of the National Association of Social Workers, the American Academy of Experts in Traumatic Stress, and the National Center for Crisis Management. Nikki aspires to make the world a better place

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00:21:38

A conversation with Venkata Krishna Kandalai

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2025/08/14

Venkata Krishna Kandalai is a passionate and driven graduate student aspiring to build a career in the growing field of health informatics. He earned his undergraduate degree in Biology from George Mason University, where he developed a strong academic foundation in the life sciences. Now combining that background with data science, he is well-prepared to address the complex challenges of analyzing and interpreting health data using modern computational tools. His interests lie in the application of

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00:25:45

A conversation with Peter Azorsa about his experience...

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2025/08/04

Welcome back to A Degree Further, the podcast where we highlight the inspiring stories of graduate students at Hood College and beyond.Today’s guest is Peter Azorsa, a soon-to-be graduate of Hood College’s Biomedical Sciences Master’s program. Raised between Maryland and Arizona, Peter earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Arizona in 2015. Since then, he’s built an impressive career in both industry and government, focusing on groundbreaking work in cancer immunotherapy.Now, Peter

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00:25:20

A conversation with Toma Taylor

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2025/07/21

Toma Taylor Makoundou, the Founder and Principal Consultant of MAKSEC, leads her team in empowering organizations to forge robust cybersecurity defenses and expertly navigate complex compliance landscapes. She is profoundly committed to translating intricate security into accessible and practical solutions, making her a respected voice who actively shapes resilient digital environments across the business community. consulting@maksec.comhttps://www.maksec.com

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00:19:40

A conversation with Adam Weintraub

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2025/06/17

Today on A Degree Further, we’re joined by a local entrepreneur and proud Hood College alumnus who's making waves in Frederick’s small business scene.Adam Weintraub is a recent graduate of Hood College’s MBA program—and a true Double Blazer, having also earned his bachelor’s degree in Integrated Marketing & Communications. During his time at Hood, Adam took full advantage of the ALTY scholarship, building a strong foundation in strategy, branding, and innovation.Now, he’s putting that knowledge

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00:24:31

Conversation with Ryan Riesmeyer about eduction and...

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2025/04/10

Joining us is Ryan Riesmeyer, a coach, educator, and leadership advocate redefining what it means to support and shape student-athletes on and off the field. Get ready for a conversation about coaching with purpose, leading with heart, and helping the next generation go a Degree Further.Enjoy it!

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00:26:06

A conversation with Kendra Speicher-Eisenstark about...

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2025/02/24

Join us on A Degree Further, the official podcast of the Graduate School at Hood College, as we celebrate the journeys of our soon-to-be graduates! In this episode, we sit down with Kendra Speicher-Eisenstark, a Clinical Mental Health Counseling student earning her Master’s this spring, along with a certificate in Thanatology.Kendra is gaining hands-on experience through her internship at Catoctin Counseling and client work at the NCTC at Hood while also practicing in the community. She serves as

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00:25:11

Elections and cybersecurity with Dr.Dimitoglou about

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2024/11/01

Welcome to A Degree Further! In today’s episode, we’re thrilled to have Dr. Dimitoglou, a longtime educator and leader in cybersecurity at Hood College. Since joining Hood in 2004, Dr. Dimitoglou has shared his expertise in information security and cryptography, applying his extensive background from government and industry.As the founding faculty director of Hood’s graduate cybersecurity program, Dr. Dimitoglou brings a passion for emerging technologies and a keen focus on evaluating their

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00:29:34

Sexual Wellness with Jennifer Keilholtz

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2024/08/30

Our guest's journey into the helping profession was sparked by a profound realization about human sexuality. She discovered how culture, education, gender, and religion, among other factors, influence our self-perception and relationships. This insight led her to a mission of promoting self-acceptance, tolerance, and beauty in diverse sexual expressions, filling a gap in social discourse.Armed with a bachelor’s degree in psychology and a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from

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00:20:23

Summer Episode - A conversation with Dr.Jamie White...

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2024/07/18

Dr. Jamie White serves as the Vice President of Patient Care Services and Chief Nursing Officer of Frederick Health, a 257 licensed-bed hospital and health system with a multispecialty medical group, home care, hospice, and other ambulatory services. Dr. White joined Frederick Health in 1997, and she has served the organization in many capacities, advancing through several clinical and administrative roles. Dr. White earned her bachelor’s degree in nursing from Messiah University in 1996, master’s

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00:23:34

Wellness- How to balance our life as graduate...

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2024/04/03

Amanda Dymek has served as the Director of Wellness for Hood College for 3 years. In her role she supports the wellbeing of Hood's undergrad and graduate students, faculty and staff through programs and policies. Specifically, she has led campus-wide walking challenges, mindfulness programs, and hosted events to build community in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. Amanda received her master's of science in public health from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health in

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00:22:47

Special Episode in Spanish - Hablando con Daniel...

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2023/11/28

Thanks for listening to A Degree Further, the official podcast of The Graduate School at Hood College. A Degree Further features accomplished alums, innovative faculty, and successful students.Listen to our previous episodes at hood.edu/adegreefurther and follow us on Instagram @hoodgradschool. Daniel Sierra-Sosa es Ingeniero Físico de la Universidad EAFIT y tiene un Doctorado en Física de la Universidad Nacional de La Plata, en Argentina. Es Qiskit Advocate e instructor certificado en

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00:13:22

Conversation with Daniel Sossa about his experience...

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2023/11/28

Thanks for listening to A Degree Further, the official podcast of The Graduate School at Hood College. A Degree Further features accomplished alums, innovative faculty, and successful students. Listen to our previous episodes at hood.edu/adegreefurther and follow us on Instagram @hoodgradschool. Daniel Sierra-Sosa is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Information Technology at Hood College. Daniel is an active researcher with a wide-ranging expertise spanning

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00:08:22

International Education Week with Amani Al Dajane

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2023/11/14

Thanks for listening to A Degree Further, the official podcast of The Graduate School at Hood College. A Degree Further features accomplished alums, innovative faculty, and successful students. Listen to our previous episodes at hood.edu/adegreefurther and follow us on Instagram @hoodgradschool. I am excited to welcome Amani Al Dajane to our podcast! With more than 15 years of experience in international higher education, she's dedicated to empowering students globally. Originally from

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00:19:02

Conversation with Dr.Shoemaker about the new PhD...

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2023/10/31

Thanks for listening to A Degree Further, the official podcast of The Graduate School at Hood College. A Degree Further features accomplished alumni, innovative faculty, and successful students. Listen to our previous episodes at hood.edu/adegreefurther and follow us on Instagram @hoodgradschool. Today, we have a truly exceptional guest joining us, and I couldn't be more thrilled to have her on the podcast. Our guest is Dr. Shannon Shoemaker, an accomplished associate professor at Hood

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00:23:02

A conversation with Dr.Jennifer Cooper about the...

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2023/10/16

Thanks for listening to A Degree Further, the official podcast of The Graduate School at Hood College. A Degree Further features accomplished alumni, innovative faculty, and successful students. Listen to our previous episodes at hood.edu/adegreefurther and follow us on Instagram @hoodgradschool. Dr. Jennifer Cooper is an Associate Professor and Department Chair for Nursing at Hood College. Her extensive experience in community and public health nursing practice and her dedication to nursing

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00:24:56

A conversation with Dr. Timothy Coffin, the Director...

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2023/10/02

Thanks for listening to A Degree Further, the official podcast of The Graduate School at Hood College. A Degree Further features accomplished alumni, innovative faculty, and successful students. Listen to our previous episodes at hood.edu/adegreefurther and follow us on Instagram @hoodgradschool. If you are passionate about health, technology, or both, this episode is for you. We are happy to introduce Dr. Timothy Coffin. Dr. Timothy Coffin is the Director of the new Health Informatics Program. He

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00:20:11

A Conversation with Elizabeth Knapp - Director of the...

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2023/09/19

Thanks for listening to A Degree Further, the official podcast of The Graduate School at Hood College. A Degree Further features accomplished alumni, innovative faculty, and successful students. Listen to our previous episodes at hood.edu/adegreefurther and follow us on Instagram @hoodgradschool. Today we are with Dr. Elizabeth Knapp, is the esteemed director of the newly established Low-Residency Master of Fine Arts program in Creative Writing. Dr.Elizabeth is an associate professor of English at

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00:09:17

A Conversation with Zachary Klug about his experience...

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2023/08/22

Thanks for listening to A Degree Further, the official podcast of The Graduate School at Hood College. A Degree Further features accomplished alumni, innovative faculty, and successful students. Listen to our previous episodes at hood.edu/adegreefurther and follow us on Instagram @hoodgradschool. Today we are with a current student in Hood College’s who is persuing his master in the biomedical science program. His name is Zachary Klug. Before joining the Graduate School, Klug was also an

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