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Pathways: A Career Podcast from the Idaho State University Career Center
Second Wednesday of Every Month at 7:30pm

On Pathways, Career Center Associate Director Emily Jahsman sits down for conversations with individuals about their profession and path they took to find themselves here. Informative, entertaining, and inspiring, Pathways is a great listen for the college student just beginning the career process, the mid-career professional considering a change, or those about to retire reflecting on their own journey. For guidance on your own journey, visit the ISU Career Center website at: isu.edu/career

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  • On today’s episode, Emily Jahsman interviews Taylor Aguayo, the Job Location & Development Coordinator at Idaho State University’s Career Center. An early interest in human psychology led Taylor to a bachelor's degree in Criminology and eventually into a masters program in Sociology at ISU.After putting her degrees to work with formerly incarcerated people, Taylor now brings her unique skill set to the ISU Career Center, linking students, community members, and the University.
  • On today’s episode, Emily Jahsman interviews Karen Homstad, Associate Director of Idaho State University’s Student Recreation Center. Karen’s love of swimming, helping others, and getting things done have melded together to make her the Chief Problem Solver at the rec center. Although Karen’s journey was circuitous at times, she managed to find a way to her dream job and gain a little wisdom along the way.
  • On today’s episode, Emily Jahsman interviews Joanna Jenks, an artist and art teacher at William Thomas Middle School in American Falls. Joanna‘s creative and personal journey took her from being an artist to being a teacher to being a mother and everything in between.
  • On today’s episode, Emily Jahsman interviews Jarrod Brownsberger, a physical therapist working for Advanced Home Health. Jarrod takes us on a journey from Australia to Idaho and describes how he found meaningful work helping others.
  • On today’s episode, Emily Jahsman interviews Lisa McDougall, Research Associate at the Molecular Research Core Facility at Idaho State University. Lisa’s natural interests led her to the world of molecular biology, where she uses her talents to literally and figuratively pull data out of (almost) thin air! Emily and Lisa discuss the importance of trying things out, finding your natural strengths, and being open to the unknown.
  • On today’s episode, Emily Jahsman interviews Dr. Irene Van Woerden, Program Director and Associate Professor for the Master of Public Health program at Idaho State University.
  • On today’s episode, Emily Jahsman interviews Sunshine Denney, manager of Idaho State University’s greenhouse and Lab Material Supervisor for Idaho State University’s Biological Sciences Department.
  • On today’s episode, Emily Jahsman interviews Tiphanie Anirah, founder and CEO of CreeAnna LLC, a local bakery specializing in African pastries, cookies, sweet breads, and classic cakes with a twist. Tiphanie takes us on her journey from working in the healthcare industry to opening her own small business and bringing delicious treats to Southeastern Idaho.
  • On today’s episode, Emily Jahsman interviews James Ruchti, a Pocatello attorney with Ruchti & Beck Law Offices who also serves as an Idaho State Senator representing Pocatello. Ruchti guides us through his academic and professional career starting at West Point Military Academy, traveling onto his time at University of Idaho’s Law School and ending at his own practice in Pocatello.
  • On the July episode of Pathways, Emily Jahsman interviews Maxwell Daniels. Maxwell is currently working as a Nuclear Physical Scientist for the Defense Threat Reduction agency, a part of the Department of Defense. We’ll follow Maxwell ‘s story including dreams of being a firefighter, and aspirations to become a nuclear engineer. Instead of choosing either/or Maxwell found a way to combine his pursuits. Join us on Maxwell’s trip across the US and Europe.