MyFaculty Podcasts

A PhD Journey Through Obstacles and Mentoring Support In this Faculty Take Five episode, Associate Dean Dr. Amy Sickel talks with Dr. Sandra Rasmussen, adjunct faculty at Walden University, about earning and applying a PhD in Clinical Psychology and Public Practice from Harvard. Dr. Rasmussen traces her path from rural Minnesota and a nursing career to doctoral study, along with the mentors, setbacks, and personal challenges that shaped it. Drawing on a decades-long career spanning teaching, clinical work, and ten books, she underscores the value of mentorship, flexibility, and lifelong learning.

In this episode of Faculty Leading the Change Podcast Edition, Dr. Donal Hardin, Contributing Faculty, with the College of Psychology and Community Services at Walden University, collaborates with Professor and licensed Psychologist Patrick McMunn to discuss the importance of compassion in education and the vital role of mental health resources for students. You'll learn best practices for mentorship and proactive approaches educators can take to identify and assist struggling students. Resources mentioned during this episode: > https://tinyurl.com/Guide-to-Students-in-Crisis > https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/friendly.php?s=success-strategies/mindset-wellness > https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/disability-services/mental-health > https://academicguides.waldenu.edu/academic-skills-center/success-strategies/time-management Learn more about the Faculty Leading the Change Series. → https://tinyurl.com/flc-series

In this Faculty Leading the Change Podcast Edition episode, our host and facilitator, Deb Mattoso, talks with Dr. Heather Alonge (Core Faculty, Master of Healthcare Administration) about reimagining KPIs for online learning—not just key performance indicators, but also Kindness, Presence, and Investment. Drawing on pandemic-era experiences, these KPIs demonstrate how human-centered metrics complement completion rates and test scores, and share practical tactics to build classrooms where students feel seen and supported. Learn more about the Faculty Leading the Change Series. → https://tinyurl.com/flc-series

In this special 10th episode of Meet the Leadership, Deb Mattoso is joined by Qiana Wells-Haridat, Dean of Academic Success at the Office of Licensure, Certification, and Compliance at Walden University. Qiana shares her journey of resilience, leadership, and gratitude, offering deep insights into the complexities of regulatory compliance and programmatic accreditation in higher education. She opens up about the power of vulnerability in leadership, the importance of cultivating trust, and how staying true to one's values can guide transformative work. Tune in to learn how Qiana navigates external challenges, fosters team accountability, and embraces courage over comfort to drive student success and institutional integrity.

In this episode, we dive into the world of transformative leadership in higher education with Dr. Shana Garrett, Dean of the College of Psychology and Community Services, who has over 20 years of experience leading innovative programs, mentoring talent, and driving impactful outcomes in both traditional and online learning environments. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and National Certified Counselor, she brings a unique blend of academic expertise, leadership, and a heart-centered approach to her work. From her groundbreaking efforts at Pepperdine University to her current role at Walden University, she exemplifies what it means to lead with authenticity and vision. Don't miss this inspiring conversation about how Dr. Garrett is driving the future of higher education!

Episode 6 of Student Special Needs Advanced Mentoring Master Classes, from the Office of Research and Doctoral Services at Walden University with host, Dr. Lee Stadtlander. In this session Drs. Stadtlander, Kelly Chermack, Nicole Hamilton, Corrine Bridges discuss Working with Students on the Literature Review.