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Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM Studio
The STEAM Studio will inspire, educate, and entertain, offering fresh perspectives that spark curiosity, celebrate achievement, and explore the extraordinary in STEAM. Tune in weekly to The STEAM Studio and find your curiosity within every episode. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a review to help others discover our shows. You can listen on platforms like Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or wherever you get your podcasts. Join us as we explore, celebrate, and inspire the…
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Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioWhy Our Food System Is Vulnerable: Challenges, Food Security, and the Future of Edible Campus
In this episode, we explore the factors shaping today’s food system, from climate change and extreme weather to supply chain disruptions, food insecurity, and…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSTEM Isn't Scary: Inside NIU's Haunted Labs
In this episode of the NIU STEAM Podcast, hosts Yaw Agyemang and Greg Hulmes speak with NIU Physics Lab Manager Jeremy Benson about Haunted Labs, a…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioWhy Science Needs Better Communication
Science shapes our everyday lives, but understanding it often feels out of reach. In this episode, science communicator Jessica Burgess joins the NIU STEAM…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioThe Magic Behind the Impossible: The Science of Live Theater Special Effects
Step behind the curtain and discover the remarkable blend of creativity, engineering, technology, and problem-solving that brings theatrical magic to life. In…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioRestoring Illinois Prairies, One Acre at a Time
In this episode of the NIU STEAM Podcast, we dig into one of Illinois' most iconic yet often overlooked landscapes: the prairie. Ahead of the upcoming Tuesday…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioFrom Barbed Wire to NIU: How Innovation Built a Community
Discover how a simple farm invention helped shape DeKalb's future. In this episode, Charles Lansberg sits down with Jesse Haish LaRue, Executive Director of…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioBig Ideas, Small Teams: The Magic of Film Camp
In this episode of the STEAM Studio Podcast, host April Startzel sits down with Michael Corvino, lead instructor of NIU’s summer film production camp, to…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioMwahaha! Creating Monsters in the Book Lab
In this episode of the Steam Studio Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Melissa Adams Campbell, professor of English at Northern Illinois University, to explore how…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--How DeKalb Students Turned Local Insight into Real-World Innovation
In this episode, we hear from students in DeKalb High School’s Environmental Club as they reflect on their experience in the NIU STEAM Innovation Challenge…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Romeoville High School Innovators Solving Real World Problems
In this episode, Romeoville students share their award-winning experience at the NIU STEAM Innovation Challenge, where they earned first and third place by…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Sprinting Through Centuries: A Conversation with Dr. Duckett
In this episode of the NIU STEAM Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Duckett, Director of the Black Studies Program at Northern Illinois University, to explore Black…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Good Morning Campers !
In this STEAM Studio Podcast episode, we spotlight the impact, innovation, and people behind NIU STEAM Camps. Host conversations with NIU STEAM educator Jess…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Research Talk with Dr. Bill Martin
In this episode of the STEAM Studio Podcast, we talk with Dr. Bill Martin, assistant professor at NIU, about authentic undergraduate research, learning through…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Larry Lurio & Luke Sebby Talk Quantum
Quantum isn’t just a technological miracle of the twentieth century. It is the strange, beautiful rulebook of the universe itself. In this STEAM Studio…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--White Pines Golf Club
From snow‑covered fairways to summer tee sheets packed with players, the game of golf at White Pines never stops moving. In this STEAM Studio Spotlight…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--John Gallione
A scenic route can sometimes be the most powerful teacher. In this episode of STEAM Studio Spotlight, eighth grade U.S. history teacher and middle school…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--NIU Career Services
In this episode of the NIU STEAM Studio Podcast, we welcome a trio of experts from NIU Career Services—Michaela Holtz, Director of Career Readiness and…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Dr. Jahred Adelman
Journey from bicycle brakes and a hot glass mishap to one of the world's largest particle physics experiments. NIU professor Dr. Jahred Adelman joins the STEAM…
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Spotlight--Dr. Thomas Bough
Dive into the vibrant world of college music with Dr. Thomas Bough, the director of NIU's beloved Husky Marching Band. Discover how students from every major…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--NIU Innovation Challenge
Ready to solve a real-world problem? This episode dives into the NIU Innovation Challenge, where student teams take on major issues like microplastics and…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Elizabeth Holden
From the physics lab to the roller derby track to the bookshelf, Elizabeth Holden lives a life of science and stories. The NIU alum and author of "Mighty…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Tim Yoder and Joy Young
Discover how to transform your classroom through the power of connection. Authors and educators Tim Yoder and Joy Young discuss their essential book, The…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Jennifer Groce
How does a university truly connect with its community? Jennifer Groce, a professional "connector" for Northern Illinois University, breaks down the power of…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Khalil Barahaoua
How do you prepare students for a modern, interconnected world? NIU student leader Khalil Barahaoua discusses blending language, technology, and cultural…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Yuko Asada
From a piano major to a steel pan builder and tuner, Yuko Asada shares her incredible journey into the heart of this unique instrument. She discusses her…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Dara Little
Discover the hidden engine of university research. Dara Little, NIU’s Associate Vice President for Research with more than 25 years of research administration…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Dr. Sachit Butail
How do the swarming patterns of fish and mosquitoes help us design better robots and understand human crowds? Dr. Sachit Butail, a mechanical engineering…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Fargo Skate
Discover the art, science, and pure joy of skateboarding with Ariel from Fargo Skate. In this inspiring episode, she breaks down the mental and physical layers…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Ideapalooz with Dr. Nick Pohlman and Becca Husar
Engineers build solutions, but can they sell them? Discover IdeaPolooza, a groundbreaking program where engineering students learn to pitch their capstone…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Jasmine Carey
During this STEAM Studio Spotlight discover the power of informal learning with Jasmine Carey, an NIU STEAM instructor who has come full circle—from student…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Cherish Jackson
Join us for this episode of the STEAM Studio Spotlight as we talk with educator, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, Cherish Jackson. In this powerful episode…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight-- Robert Hsu
Join us on this episode of STEAM Studio Spotlight as we sit down with Robert Hsu, Director of the Business Law Innovation Clinic, lawyer, and clinical…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Chrissy Swartz
Join Chrissy Swartz, NIU STEAM educator and self-proclaimed "earth science evangelist," as she shares how she turns middle schoolers into curious…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Dr. Jeanne M. Isabel
Join us on this episode of STEAM Studio Spotlight as we sit down with Dr. Jeanne M. Isabel, a seasoned expert in Medical Laboratory Science (MLS). Discover the…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Dr. Carolyn Pluim
Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Dr. Carolyn Pluim as we explore the complex intersection of school health policies, education, and societal…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Dr. Henna Muzaffar
For this Spotlight, we are excited to talk with Dr. Henna Muzaffar—nutrition scientist, educator, and leader—as she shares her unexpected journey from aspiring…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Becca Husar
For this STEAM Studio Spotlight, discover how an entrepreneurial mindset goes beyond startups with Becca Husar, Associate Director of Innovation at NIU’s…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Dr. Thomas Skuzinski
In this episode of STEAM Studio Spotlight, we chat with Dr. Thomas Skuzinski, director of NIU’s Institute for the Study of Environment, Sustainability, and…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioA Conversation--From Farm to Factory to Fork
From farm to factory to fork—discover the surprising science and stories behind your food! In this Conversation from the STEAM Studio, agricultural literacy…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Dr. Pallavi Singh
Join Dr. Pallavi Singh, molecular microbiologist and gut microbiome researcher, as she dives into the fascinating—and often overlooked—world of microbes. From…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Sarah Moskal
Join us for an enlightening conversation with Sarah Moskal, NIU’s Interim Associate Director for Student Wellness, as we explore the power of mindfulness…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Huskie Harvest
Join us for an inspiring STEAM Studio Spotlight episode as we chat with Dr. Nancy Prange, Maggie, and Hanna from Huskie Harvest—a groundbreaking program at NIU…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Brian Smith
For this Spotlight, we welcome Brian Smith, Director of Employee Well-Being at Northern Illinois University. With over 25 years of counseling experience, Brian…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Kiki Prottsman
For this Spotlight, we are excited to welcome Kiki Prottsman, a computer science educator and advocate who believes coding is "productive art." From her early…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Samuel Bello
Join hosts Russ Devereaux and Jess Winn as they sit down with Samuel Bello, a Fulbright Scholar and linguist from Colombia, for an inspiring conversation about…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioA Conversation--How Engagement Can Improve Behavior
In this conversation from the STEAM Studio, hosts Dr. Kristin Brynteson and Dr. Lori Hensold sit down with educators Jess Winn (NIU Steam) and Kari Harris…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Jess Winn
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Jess Winn, STEAM educator, and lifelong learner, as we explore how curiosity transforms classrooms. From teaching in…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Making a Maker Space with April Startzel
In this episode of STEAM Spotlight, we sit down with April Startzel, STEAM Program Coordinator and educator, to explore the behind-the-scenes work of creating…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--NIU Book Lab with Dr. Beth McGowan & Dr. Melissa Adams-Campbell
Join hosts Kristin Brynteson and Russ Devereaux as they welcome Beth McGowan (Curator of Rare Books at NIU) and Melissa Adams-Campbell (Professor of English)…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Laura Williams
Join hosts Dr. Kristin Brynteson and Dr. Lori Hensold as they welcome Laura Williams, a 21st-century learning specialist, to explore authentic learning and…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Chef Bryan Flower
In this episode of The STEAM Studio, we spotlight Chef Bryan Flower, the visionary behind Edible Campus at Northern Illinois University. Bryan shares his…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Dr. Bryan Dallas
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Bryan Dallas, a passionate advocate for students with disabilities and a key figure behind the transformative Huskies…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Dr. Lori Hensold
In this episode, Kristin chats with Dr. Lori Hensold, an education expert with over 25 years of experience in MTSS (Multi-Tiered Systems of Support) and RTI…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioSpotlight--Dr. Kristin Brynteson
For this STEAM Spotlight we interview Dr. Kristin Brynteson, the Director of STEAM. Kristin leads efforts to support interdisciplinary STEAM education and…
Northern Illinois University Presents: The STEAM StudioThe STEAM Studio Trailer
The STEAM Studio will inspire, educate, and entertain, offering fresh perspectives that spark curiosity, celebrate achievement, and explore the extraordinary…