Ms. Behavior
It's not uncommon for professionals in college student conduct to hear "Glad I don't have your job," but the impacts of how we approach conflict, crisis and discomfort have the potential to ripple out in beautiful ways. If you need a free dose of professional development, community support or humor, Ms. Behavior is the place for you.
Episodes
32 episodes
What's Your Philosophy of Student Conduct? Let's Ask a Real Philosopher!
Ethicist Jeffrey Nesteruk, author of the new book Seeking Your Better Self, explores the deeper purpose of ethics in higher education, the importance...
Creativity and Constraints in Student Conduct with Guest Keith Sawyer
Join us as we explore the intersections of creativity, rule-breaking, and education with bestselling author Dr. Keith Sawyer, a renowned expert in educational innovation and creativity. Discover how constr...
Building Inclusive Campuses: Insights from Logan Lasher
Conduct professional Logan Lasher shares his journey from musical theater major to criminology scholar to student conduct professional, highlighting the importance of authenticity, empathy, and keen investigative skills in higher education. Dis...
Jamie D'Amico: Your Neuro-spicy Brain on Student Conduct and Leadership
Most college students are taught to follow rules blindly—until neurodivergence, anxiety, and unspoken expectations turn that obedience into a double-edged sword. In this eye-opening episode, Jamie D'Amico, an executive leadership co...
Justin Mulvaney: Enneagram Personality Types and Student Conduct Motivations
Join us as we explore the depths of the Enneagram with Justin Mulvaney, a conscious leadership coach, who shares insights on personality types, motivation, and how understanding ourselves can transform student conduct and personal growth.
The Technology Panic Cycle: What If Student Conduct Rewrote the Code?
Most college conduct professionals are caught off guard by AI's rapid rise—until now. Dive into a conversation with Colette and Kurt as they explore how generative AI like ChatGPT is revolutionizing student engagement, conduct practices, and pr...
Sam Collette: Career Passions & Conduct Fashions
Samantha Collette studied fashion in college, but fell in love with her R.A. job. Now, she combines both of her superpowers as a conduct professional at her alma mater. Hear about the way she weaves her educational philosophy into relationships...
ASCA 2026: Serving Students and Serving Looks
Colette and Kurt reminisce about their trip to the national conference of the Association of Student Conduct Administrators. Their first on-site podcasting experience generated friendship, professional growth and fashion inspiration.&nbs...
Bonus Episode: A Unique Way to Address Noise Complaints
While getting back into our routines after the conference for the Association of Student Conduct Administrators (and enjoying a snow day!) we wanted to provide a quick bonus episode about a unique way to address the ubiquitous noisy neighbor is...
Farewell, ASCA. See You in 2027!
As the national conference of student conduct professionals comes to a close, Kurt and Colette reflect on the dedication, expertise and fashion sense of college conduct officers. ***Heads up that the audio quality of our road recordings was ver...
Celebrating Our 1000th Download at ASCA
Just as their microphones were starting to die, Colette and Kurt learned that the podcast had reached its first big milestone of 1000 downloads. As they are surrounded by conduct colleagues, they reflect on their original goals and unexpected r...
Hello, World! We're at ASCA 2026!
Colette and Kurt are at the national student conduct conference in Arlington, VA. Let the games begin! (As long as they're not drinking games, of course.)
Cyndi Freeman: Leadership, Engagement & Lifetime Lessons
Kurt invites his first conduct supervisor, Cyndi Freeman, to reflect on her journey and philosophy in student conduct and engagement. They discuss memorable discipline cases, the importance of educational outcomes, and the role of mentorship in...
The Day the Hate Group Came to Campus
Colette and Kurt engage in a deep conversation with Emily, a student conduct and care professional, about her experiences managing a crisis on campus involving a hate group. They discuss the importance of community communication, the emotional ...
ASCA, ICE, TIX and Our Acronym-Related Dilemmas
In this episode of "Ms. Behavior," Colette Shaw and Kurt Doan dive into the complexities of attending the National ASCA Conference in Washington, DC. They discuss the excitement of reconnecting with Association of Student Conduct Administrator ...
New Year's Resolutions, Hobbies and Pop Culture Conduct Inspirations
Former college deans Colette and Kurt reflect on their New Year experiences, discuss personal resolutions, and delve into the themes of the show 'Pluribus.' They explore the importance of hobbies and personal interests in maintaining mental hea...
Processing the Brown Shooting: Looking for Community in Chaos
Ms. Behavior hosts Kurt and Colette discuss the recent tragic shooting at Brown University and its implications for campus safety and community. They explore the challenges of communication during crises, the desensitization of students to viol...
Conduct Lessons from Abroad: Kiwi RJ, Campus Complicity and Guns
Co-host Colette spent multiple weeks in New Zealand this semester and found educational takeaways in the most interesting places. Lessons from Kiwi universities, government and historical tours were just the start. As New Zealand grapples with ...
Yoanna Lee: From Conduct Violation to Conduct Vocation
In this episode of Ms. Behavior, Yoanna Lee shares her journey as a student navigating the complexities of student conduct at college. From her personal experiences with consequences for her actions to her role on the conduct committee, Yoanna ...
Thanksgiving 2025: Families, Spankings and Gratitude
In anticipation of the holiday, Kurt and Colette reflect on supportive colleagues and family members. In reflecting on their lives as the children of educators, Kurt shares a personal experience from his school days, reflecting on the dynamics ...
Kevin McGloin: Reflections from a Fraternity Hazing Case
Ms. Behavior hosts a candid conversation with former student Kevin McGloin to explore his experiences in college, particularly focusing on fraternity life, the challenges of leadership, and the impact of hazing. Kevin shares his journey from be...
Carol Holstead: Teaching the Whole Student
Ms. Behavior meets Carol Holstead, a journalism professor at the University of Kansas. They discuss the challenges of student attendance, particularly in the wake of the pandemic, and the importance of building relationships with students...
Halloween with Jeff Shoup: Parents, Nudity and Costume Drama
Guest Jeff Shoup jumps right into a lively discussion about the conduct complexities of parental relationships, Halloween costume policies and what's considered "true." The panel considers how different strategies and even their own ages have i...
Erin Kaplan: Joyful Sanctioning and Scholarship
Sanctioning specialist Erin Kaplan leans in hard on the nuances of student conduct processes. She shines a light on the importance of educational dialogue over punitive measures and the importance of imagination. Erin shares her journey from he...
Kristin Ridge: Genuine, Genial and First-Gen Fierce
Ms. Behavior hosts Kristin Ridge, who shares her insights and research finding related to the experiences of first-generation college students, particularly in the context of student conduct. Kristin discusses her journey as a first-gen student...