On the Air with Penn State DuBois
Welcome to On the Air with Penn State DuBois! Stay connected and inspired with podcasts designed for your journey at Penn State DuBois. Current programs include: Chancellor's Chat: Learn more about campus and the community with Dr. J! Monday Meditations: Start your week centered and motivated. Healing through Storytelling: Certified Peer Educators interview students about their healing journey
Episodes
In this gentle episode, we reflect on a brief yet meaningful passage from How to Love by Thich Nhat Hanh about the feeling of “home.” True love, he reminds us, offers a sense of safety, comfort, and belonging. When we are fully present with ourselves and others, we create a space where we can truly rest—where we feel at home. Join us as we explore how love, grounded in mindfulness, can become a refuge for ourselves and those we car...
In this episode, we reflect on a short but powerful segment from How to Love by Thich Nhat Hanh about loving with intention. Even in a few simple lines, we’re reminded that love is not just a feeling—it’s a mindful choice we make in how we listen, speak, and care for others. Join us as we pause to consider how small, intentional acts of love can create meaningful connections and nurture peace in ourselves and our relationships.
In this episode, we explore the Managing Expectations from How to Love by Thich Nhat Hanh, focusing on how unrealistic hopes and assumptions can create distance in our relationships. Through mindfulness, we can learn to accept others as they are, letting go of the need for control and opening the door to deeper understanding and compassion. Join us as we reflect on how managing expectations can lead to more authentic connections an...
In this episode, we dive into Nourishing Joy from How to Love by Thich Nhat Hanh, exploring how love begins with the simple act of cultivating joy—both in ourselves and in others. When we practice mindfulness, we can recognize the conditions for happiness already present in our lives and learn how to water those seeds daily. Join us as we reflect on how nourishing joy is an essential expression of love and a powerful way to deepen ...
In this episode, we explore the Happiness Is Collective chapter from How to Relax by Thich Nhat Hanh, reflecting on how true happiness is not just an individual experience but something we cultivate together. Through mindfulness and connection, we can nourish joy in ourselves and those around us, creating a ripple effect of peace and well-being. Join us as we explore how shared moments of kindness, gratitude, and presence can deepe...
In this episode, we reflect on The War Inside chapter from How to Relax by Thich Nhat Hanh, exploring the inner battles we face—stress, self-judgment, and emotional turmoil. Through mindfulness, we can learn to recognize these struggles without letting them consume us, finding a path toward peace and self-compassion. Join us as we explore ways to quiet the conflict within and cultivate a sense of balance, acceptance, and inner harm...
Join Dr. Jungwoo Ryoo, aka Dr. J, for an exciting episode of Chancellor's Chat as we explore the Engineering program at Penn State DuBois. Special guests Dr. Ramakrishnan Rajagopalan, Professor of Engineering, Applied Materials, and Dr. Doug Miller, Associate Teaching Professor & Mechanical Engineering Technology Program Coordinator, share their expertise, research, and insights on how the program equips students with the s...
In this episode, we explore the Calm Waters chapter from How to Relax by Thich Nhat Hanh, reflecting on how we can cultivate inner stillness even in life’s busiest moments. Just as a lake becomes clear when it is undisturbed, our minds can find clarity and peace when we allow ourselves to slow down and breathe. Join us as we dive into mindfulness practices that help us settle our thoughts, soothe our emotions, and return to a state...
In this episode, we explore the Life Is Dreadful chapter from How to Relax by Thich Nhat Hanh, which reminds us that while suffering is a part of life, our perspective can transform how we experience it. Through mindfulness, we can acknowledge difficult emotions without being consumed by them, finding moments of peace even in challenging times. Join us as we reflect on how to navigate life’s struggles with awareness, compassion, an...
In this episode of Chancellor’s Chat, Dr. Jungwoo Ryoo sits down with Fred Terwilliger and Jason Long, faculty members in the Information Sciences and Technology (IST) program at Penn State DuBois. They discuss the hands-on learning opportunities available to students, the wide range of career paths in the tech industry, and how the program keeps up with rapidly evolving technology. Whether you’re interested in cybersecurity, softw...
In this heart-centered episode, we explore the Awareness of Love section from How to Walk by Thich Nhat Hanh. This practice invites us to walk not just with mindfulness, but with an open heart—cultivating love and compassion with every step. Together, we’ll reflect on how walking can deepen our connection to ourselves, others, and the world around us. Let this meditation guide you to move through life with greater kindness, gratitu...
In this episode, we reflect on the simple yet meaningful practice shared in the Putting On Shoes chapter from How to Walk by Thich Nhat Hanh. Even the smallest moments, like slipping on your shoes, can become acts of mindfulness and care. Together, we’ll explore how bringing awareness to these everyday rituals can ground us, helping us slow down and connect with the present. Join us as we discover how even the first step out the do...
In this episode of "Chancellor's Chat," Dr. Jungwoo Ryoo, aka Dr. J, highlights the Business program at Penn State DuBois with special guests Evelyn Nyadwera, Brad Lashinsky, and Scott Muirhead. Join us as they share their diverse experiences, teaching philosophies, and how they prepare students to thrive in the ever-evolving business world. From integrating real-world practices and innovation in the classroom to fost...
In this episode, we explore the chapterLife’s Address fromHow to Walk by Thich Nhat Hanh. This reflective teaching reminds us that our true home is found in the present moment with every mindful step we take. Together, we’ll dive into the practice of walking meditation as a way to return home to ourselves—cultivating peace, presence, and belonging wherever we are. Let this episode inspire you to walk with awareness, grounded in the...
As we transition into a new month, we step into the wisdom of How to Walk by Thich Nhat Hanh. In this episode, we introduce the book’s gentle yet profound teachings on mindful walking—transforming each step into a moment of peace, presence, and connection. Discover how walking can be a meditation in motion, grounding you in the present and bringing joy to even the simplest journeys. Whether you're strolling across campus or tak...
In this episode of "Chancellor's Chat," Dr. Jungwoo Ryoo, aka Dr. J, sits down with Leanne Nedza, Esq., Lecturer and Program Coordinator for Criminal Justice at Penn State DuBois. Leanne shares her experiences in the legal field, her passion for teaching, and how the Criminal Justice program prepares students for careers in law enforcement, corrections, and beyond. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on the evolving world ...
In our third episode exploring How to Sit, we turn our focus to the practice of sitting with joy. Thich Nhat Hanh reminds us that mindfulness is not just about calm—it’s also about finding happiness in the simple act of being present. This episode dives into how to cultivate joy through mindful sitting, helping you embrace positivity and gratitude in your daily life. Whether you’re seeking to lighten your heart or deepen your medit...
In the second episode of our January focus on How to Sit, we dive deeper into Thich Nhat Hanh’s teachings on meditation. This episode explores a key chapter that highlights the transformative power of sitting and breathing mindfully. Together, we’ll reflect on how meditation can create space for calm, clarity, and connection in our daily lives. Whether you’re new to meditation or revisiting its foundations, this episode offers prac...
Join Dr. Jungwoo Ryoo, aka Dr. J, for an exciting episode of "Chancellor's Chat" featuring Keely Roen, Wildlife Technology Program Coordinator and Associate Teaching Professor at Penn State DuBois. In this episode, Keely shares her passion for wildlife conservation, the unique hands-on experiences the program offers students, and the impact of the Wildlife Technology program on both campus and the environment. Don’t miss this fasci...
This semester, we invite you to join us on a journey through mindfulness, reflection, and personal growth with our Monday Meditations: Blind Book Review series. Each month, we’ll focus on a different book to explore themes of body, mind, breath, and well-being. Guided by timeless wisdom and modern reflections, these episodes are perfect for anyone seeking a mindful reset and deeper connection to self and community.
✨ January: How t...
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