BrUNO Talks
BrUNO Talks
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A well-timed story can make a huge impact-- stories stick and teach us lessons that we carry with us. Join UNO's Office of Student Involvement & Leadership for BRUNO Talks-- stories about topics that may resonate with you.
What do Engineers do, Anyway?
Hey Privateers!  This week we have UNO Alumnus, Aspen Bartholomew, joining us to answer some "burning questions" about the world of engineering. Spoiler Alert: it's more interesting than you think! At least for co-host, Mason.   APPLY TO BE AN OL ! Email your spooky stories to [email protected]!
Oct 23, 2020
50 min
Empathy is a Good Thing!
Welcome Privateers to our first interactive podcast!  This week we try out some activities to help us understand and connect with our empathy. Grab a pen, a few sheets of paper, and let's channel our emotions.
Oct 19, 2020
51 min
a blindfold, a sword, and a set of scales
Hey Privateers!  On this episode of BrUNO Talks we dive into what justice means to us. And, not the tween clothing brand. Social justice. Criminal justice. Personal justice. We are joined by podcast regular and number one fan of the pod, Joy Ballard, to give us more insight on the history of justice in America and how it relates to our legal system. So, hit play and let's analyze justice. Language of Appeasement
Oct 2, 2020
56 min
the JOYS of voting
Are you registered to vote? Today's episode highlights the importance of voting! We are joined by some familiar voices and some new. Jill Israel and Joy Braun, from the League of Women's Voters, sit down with us to talk about how and why YOUR vote matters.  GEAUX VOTE CAMPUS VOTE PROJECT VOTING IN COLLEGE Engaging New Voices & Voters Any voting assistance or additional help can be found in both the Student Government office and the Office of Student Affairs. Both located in the University Center on the second floor. You can also contact Joy Braun at [email protected] and Jill Israel at [email protected]
Sep 25, 2020
59 min
Suicide Prevention Awareness
Hey Privateers! We sat down with Ryan O'Pry and Monique Zellars from Counseling Services to talk about suicide prevention. As September is National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, we wanted to make space and welcome these conversations to the podcast. UNO Counseling Services offer many great resources for our students. We've linked a few below, to highlight what they have to offer. This conversation may be sensitive to some listeners, and we understand that. If this episode isn't for you, we will see you next week! National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Crisis Text Line Via Link The Trevor Project  STAR, Sexual Trauma Awareness & Response Veterans Crisis Line Isolated But Not Disconnected w/ UNOCS UNO Counseling Services Link Tree
Sep 18, 2020
53 min
Healthy Habits, Are They For Everyone ?
Hey Privateers!  On today's podcast we are joined by our lovely student workers, Christine and Mariana, to catch up on what they've been up to. Specifically, how everyone is adjusting to an online campus and some habits that are helping us navigate these times. We break down what works for us and what doesn't and offer our best advice. Join us as we chat about our thoughts on productivity, sleep cycles, and all the habits in between.  Check out Dismantling White Supremacy Culture here ! Check out Counseling Services here ! Check out Matt D'Avella here ! And you can always find us here !
Sep 16, 2020
47 min
Season 2, Nothing 2 it but 2 do it !
Welcome back Privateers! It's season two of BrUNO Talks! As we all take some time adjusting to a new semester, we've gathered the best of the best to sit down and chat about what our University is looking like this fall as we navigate online orientations, social distant move-ins and virtual programing.  Here are some of the many resources we'd like to extend to you: BrUNO Talks Live! Privateer Plunge 2020 UNO Covid-19 Info SIL Linktree The Office of Student Affairs
Sep 4, 2020
41 min
Episode 16: I Am From...
We are back with another episode of BrUNO Talks! Join us this week as we share our "I Am From" poems from Privateer Camp.  I Am From Poem Template: https://www.sausd.us/cms/lib/CA01000471/Centricity/Domain/3043/I%20Am%20From%20Poem.pdf
Aug 7, 2020
24 min
Episode 15: A Time to Celebrate International Students pt.2
Welcome back to part two of our short series celebrating our international students! Today we hear from three current students at our university share their thoughts and stories as international students pursuing multiple degrees here in the United States. Listen with us as we learn a little more on what in means to be an international student. After listening to their stories, we can't wait to see what these young women do next!   Are you an international student preparing for your next semester at UNO? Here are two helpful emails to contact with any of your questions and concerns: Division of International Education [email protected]  Office of International Students and Scholars [email protected]   Want to be featured in MAMBO WEEK's BrUNO Talks session? Email April at [email protected]
Jul 23, 2020
42 min
Episode 14: A Time to Celebrate International Students pt.1
We have some amazing special guests joining us today! On this episode of BrUNO Talks, we sit down with the University of New Orleans' Director of International Students and Scholars; along with two of UNO's International Alumna. Listen with us as they share their stories of being an international student in the US and the importance of welcoming international students to your campus. This episode is part one of a two part podcast celebrating our international students! Subscribe to our podcast so you don't miss out on part two of "A Time to Celebrate International Students." And the ruling is :https://www.npr.org/sections/coronavirus-live-updates/2020/07/14/891125619/ice-agrees-to-rescind-policy-barring-foreign-students-from-online-study-in-the-u
Jul 15, 2020
47 min
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