The Social Academic

The Social Academic


Latest Episodes

Speaking Out on Social Media with Dr. Monica Cox, author of Never Defeated
June 26, 2024

Introducing Dr. Monica Cox, professor and change maker for equity in the workplace Jennifer: Im so excited to feature Dr. Monica Cox, a professor, author, and change maker. Monica, thanks so much for coming today to talk about your new book Never Defeate

Your LinkedIn Profile for Professors and Academics
May 22, 2024

LinkedIn is a valuable platform for academics beyond job searching. It offers networking opportunities with colleagues, collaborators, research funders, and policymakers. A detailed profile and personalized connections enhance its effectiveness. It's a go

Dr. Carlotta Berry on Diversity in STEM and Online Presence
March 26, 2024

Carlotta Berry, PhD a Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering and Robotics and owner of NoireSTEMinist, is dedicated to diversifying STEM through her Black STEM romance novels and extensive o

Get Your Research Funded with Dr. Julia Barzyk
May 25, 2023

Are you a wise investigator? As a PI, getting your research funded is a priority. Meet Dr. Julia Barzyk who is uncovering the hidden curriculum to getting funding for your research.

How To Make A Personal Academic Website
April 12, 2023

This step-by-step guide teaches you how to create an academic personal website. Professors, learn how to make your personal website a reality.

Writing Your Book for Minoritized Women Academics with Jane Jones, PhD
March 23, 2023

Book coach Jane Jones on anxieties and struggles when writing your book. Your book is meaningful and you want to see it out in the world. Authors, this interview is for you!

How I Got Started Helping Professors With Their Online Presence
February 09, 2023

Jennifer van Alstyne opens up about why she started her company, The Academic Designer LLC. And, how social media has impacted her life most.

7 Lessons for Academics Wanting to Use Social Media in 2023
January 19, 2023

What can academics learn about social media from reality TV? Jennifer talks about the new season of The Circle Netflix, sharing 7 tips to inspire professors for the new year.

LinkedIn for PhDs with Dr. Gertrude Nonterah of The Bold PhD
January 04, 2023

How can PhDs use LinkedIn to invite opportunity for themselves? Dr. Gertrude Nonterah is a LinkedIn expert. Learn how opening up about her struggle to find a job with a PhD helped people. And, invited

Author Linda More on Attribution and Feeling Comfortable Talking About Your Book
December 22, 2022

Author Linda Moore talks about her new book Attribution (2022) about a PhD student named Cate who finds a mysterious painting in her university's basement. We dive into how to get comfortable talking