Jorge Luis Quintero
La Palabra Host
Email: jlquinte@student.uiwtx.edu
La Palabra Podcast
Let's Talk! A Conversation with UIW Leaders
La Palabra is a podcast that invites leaders of the University of the Incarnate Word's community to talk about topics on faith, leadership, social and sustainable issues. Interviews are conducted by graduate student Jorge Quintero as he talks to guests about their research and involvement in the community. Every episode will bring new insights focusing on personal experiences and interactions that impact everyday life.
Featured Episode
Episode 10: UIW President Thomas M. Evans
Dr. Thomas M. Evans is the 10th president of the University of the Incarnate Word. In this episode, we discuss his vision of the university, his strategic plan and what the future holds for UIW.
Meet the Podcast Team
Dr. Ricardo Gonzalez
Director
Email: rigonza4@uiwtx.edu
Mayra A. Levy
Program Specialist
Email: mcarbaja@uiwtx.edu
Previous Podcasts
Our guests today are very proud student veterans Philip Rangel, Omar Ozuna and Christopher Marmolejo. They represent the the UIW Military and Veteran Center and the Student Veterans of America.
This is a continuing episode with Dr. Arturo Chavez on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, and the future program developments integrated into the University.
Dr. Arturo Chavez is the associate vice president for Mission & Ministry and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at UIW. Chávez has an illustrious career in the fields of social services, social justice and higher education. In 2009, Chávez’s efforts were recognized by President Obama when he was appointed to the White House Council on Faith-based Partnerships. He worked with 24 leaders representing every major faith tradition to strengthen ways that the U.S. Government can partner with nonprofits and faith communities to address poverty, racism, threats to the environment, access to healthcare and other issues of common concern. In 2010, the Catholic Charities USA recognized Chávez with the MLK “Keep the Dream Alive Award” for his efforts to combat racism. His passion for his work unmeasurable.
Rev. Dr. Trevor Alexander is the Instructor/Protestant Chaplain at UIW. Alexander is an educated scholar, decorated veteran and the Bishop to the True Vine Church. His latest research has been on African American families.
Dr. Lopita Nath is the chair of the History Department and the coordinator of the Asian Studies Program at the UIW. Her latest class "Global Refugees" is her focus with extensive research.
In this episode, we are joined with Dr. Benjamin C. Miele, an associate professor in the Department of English, that serves as the head chairman for the Sustainability Club at UIW. Stephen Lucke, alumnus and CEO of Gardopia Gardens, also joined the conversation.
In this episode, we are joined with Dr. Benjamin C. Miele, an associate professor in the Department of English, that serves as the head chairman for the Sustainability Club at UIW. Stephen Lucke, alumnus and CEO of Gardopia Gardens, also joined the conversation.
Meet Dr. Ricardo Gonzalez, director of operations for the Ettling Center for Civic Leadership and Sustainability, as he informs us of the role the center provides for UIW and the rest of the community.
A brief description of what "La Palabra" is all about. Enjoy!