Professor Denzer English 1102.R24 Fall 2023
Staying Safe While Staying on Top: Navigating the many roads of academics in America
Speak Up For Safety
Episode 1: Mackenzie Smith dives into the issues surrounding mental health in school
Episode 2: Kate Alshab discusses bullying in the American education system
Episode 3: Dan Mcllhenny discusses the prevalence of drug us in American schools
Episode 4: Ava Giudice looks at the increase of school shootings in America
Beyond the Transcript
Episode 1: Lillian Godlewski leads a conversation about the financial burdens of applying to college
Episode 2: Andras Balatoni explores the issues surrounding nepotism and legacy admissions
Episode 3: Ainsley McAnena discusses standardized testing and the college application
Episode 4: Yeonsu Son explores the impact of affirmative action and its recent removal in as a mandated practice in college admissions process
Measuring Minds
Episode 1: Shea Donagher focuses on the history of Gifted and Talented Programs
Episode 2: Aldo Terrana looks at the history of the US grading system and the evolution of standardization
Episode 3: Emma Jalbert explores standardized testing and its affect on students’ mental health
Episode 4: Leah Renshaw critiques the current college admission process
Not a Fair Start
Episode 1: Will Roesch III discusses unequal funding in NY public schools
Episode 2: Stella Franzia discusses modern segregation in NY public schools
Episode 3: Nathalia Corea examines NY pubic school zoning and unequal access to education
Episode 4: Miya Giles-Jones discusses her research on funding for children with disabilities and equal access to education