For Mike Riera, a realization about his career has led to writing books, hosting TV and radio shows, leading a K-12 school—and giving back along the way
Building Leadership and Sustainability through Nonprofit Management
John Whittemore’s job as the Senior Director of Program Operations at Aspire Living and Learning is all about helping people reach their full potential. He takes seriously the work of helping lead an organization that for forty years has sought to bring person-centered support to adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, autism, behavioral health challenges, and complex medical needs.
Antioch Voices: Don’t forget the “PI” in AAPI
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month is upon us. On one hand, this month is an opportunity to remember the history, pain, and joy experienced by both communities. However, on the other hand, quite often, it feels as though the “Pacific Islander” part of the acronym is a forgotten add-on.
Justine Ang Fonte Shares Expertise on Hulu’s Planet Sex
Justine Ang Fonte, an award-winning educator on Sexual Education and Antioch University faculty member, appeared as an expert in the hit TV docuseries Planet Sex with Cara Delevigne. In the episode titled “Pornucopia,” she discusses the importance of Sex Education and Porn Literacy—topics she teaches about in Antioch’s Sex Therapy and Sexuality Education programs.
The Fulfilling Work of Fundraising for Nonprofits
Ryan Gallagher loves to talk about raising money for cancer research and treatment. Sure, it’s his job, but in everything he says, you can hear his passion for supporting this life-saving work. He brings this heart and hard work to everything he does in the world, including advocating for LGBTQIA+ issues and currently studying sustainable business as a student at Antioch University’s Master of Business Administration.
Antioch University’s Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program Wins Prestigious National Award From ACES
Antioch University’s MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in Seattle has been recognized as the 2022 Robert Frank Outstanding Counselor Education Program Award winner by the National Association for Counselor Education and Supervision (ACES).
“Lipstick Football” Speaker Leads Continuing Ed Seminar
In a recent online Continuing Education event, Diana Weynand shared her motivational mashup of football with the acronym LIPSTICK, can help people learn how to achieve goals and dreams while…
Tomoyo Kawano Receives 2022 American Dance Therapy Association Award
Last month, the American Dance Therapy Association awarded its “Excellence in Education Recognition Award” to Tomoyo Kawano, the Antioch faculty member who directs the MA in Dance/Movement Therapy.
Two Decades of Leadership and Change
“Would it be possible to create a low-residency doctoral program?” The idea was enticing. It would allow leaders from all across the country and internationally to enroll, studying at a distance and then gathering four times a year for in-person residencies.
Advocating for Girls and Women with Autism
When Dana Waters got an autism diagnosis as an adult, she was nervous that it might change how her friends and colleagues perceived her.
Growing Resiliency—and Food
“When we stop communities from being able to grow their food, we create a cycle of dependency.”
From Library to Submarine and Back Again
Getting kids reading takes more than a little doing—it requires making the library somewhere students want to be.