Education

Moments with Melinda: Interview with Neil Offen 10/17/2024

From Melinda Moulton:

Neil Offen has spent his career as an internationally honored reporter, editor, blogger, humor colomnist, and author. He has a new book Building a Better Boomer.

For more information visit: www.writingaboutourgeneration.com

Governor Phil Scott: Press Conference - Education Funding 10/16/2024

From the Office of Governor Scott:

Governor Phil Scott and Administration officials hold their regular weekly press conference on Wednesday.

Team Yap: The Pokémon Podcast: Episode 10 - America's Next Top Model Builders 10/16/2024

In episode 10 of Team Yap: The Pokemon Podcast, co-hosts Emily and Chris celebrate double digits of the podcast with a special visual episode! They set up at the studio desk to build Pokemon model kits. Chris builds a Dragonite and Emily builds an Arceus. It wouldn't be an episode of Team Yap without the yap though, so the episode starts with a Pokemon Go update, a nuzlock discussion, and a brief chat about the GameFreak leak. You don't want to miss this!

Mental Health Urgent Care Public Town Hall 10/16/2024

From the Howard Center:

This October Howard Center will open a new Mental Health Urgent Care in partnership with the University of Vermont Medical Center, Community Health Centers, Pathways Vermont, and the Vermont Department of Mental Health. Join us to learn more at a public town hall webinar on October 16 from 6:00-7:30 pm. There will be a presentation by the project managers Cathie Buscaglia and Charlotte McCorkel from Howard Center and Maureen Leahy and Karen Vastine from the University of Vermont Medical Center followed by a question-and-answer period.

The clinic will offer mental health support services, peer support, and medical care in a trauma-informed, suicide-safe setting located at 1 South Prospect Street in Burlington. Care will be available for adults over 18 seeking immediate support or in self-defined crisis as a therapeutic alternative to emergency department care. Come learn more and listen to a presentation by the project managers Cathie Buscaglia and Charlotte McCorkel from Howard Center and Maureen Leahy and Karen Vastine from the University of Vermont Medical Center. The presentation will be followed by a question-and-answer period.

For more information visit: www.howardcenter.org/MHUC

Burlington School Commissioners' Corner: BHS & Tech Center Campus Construction Update 10/14/2024

From Burlington School Commissioners' Corner:

Board Chair Clare Wool meets with Brian Leet, Senior Project Manager from FFF Architects about the BHS/BTC campus construction to provide updates on the project.

Thanks to our partners at Whiting-Turner, you can get up close to the BHS/BTC project. Check out the incredible time-lapse here.

For more information visit: www.bsdvt.org | www.fffinc.com

Burlington Buzz: Episode 3 - Local Music 10/14/2024

In the third episode of Burlington Buzz, UVM PCOM students turn up the volume as they explore the vibrant local music scene in Burlington. From Springfest to WRUV, this episode showcases the incredible talent that brings the UVM to life. Join the hosts as they interview local DJs, highlight popular venues, and dig into how the community supports its artists. Whether you're a music lover or just curious about Burlington's unique cultural landscape, this episode delivers a front-row seat to the sounds that make this city buzz! Tune in and discover Burlington’s musical heartbeat!

Recorded between October 7th, 2024 and October 14th, 2024

METE NUI - I Am Able: What Is Disability? 10/13/2024

Host Salome Oforiwaa discusses with guest Professor Sefakor G.M.A. Komabu-Pomeyie, who is the Director for Diversity Equity and Inclusion of the College Of Nursing And Health Sciences at the University Of Vermont. They discuss what disability is.

From Salome Oforiwaa:

Professor Sefakor Komabu-Pomeyie an international disability rights advocate will be the resource person for the show. Sefakor carries not only acquired knowledge but comes on with rich experiential knowledge serving as hope and a reference point to the Youth of Burlington with disability as they transition into adulthood.

This is a new TV series intended to changing the negative narratives about Disability and debunking the myths surrounding it. Infants with disabilities might not suffer much emotional trauma due to the ‘over protective measures’ parents or guardians put in for their support. However, their stories in transitioning from childhood into adulthood becomes difficult and sometimes unbearable as their developmental challenges outgrow them. A youth with disability’s psychological frame of mind is so critical for their self definition and needs serious attention by input of requisite knowledge that inwardly resonates ‘I AM ABLE’. This can be done through education, imparting knowledge to boost the self confidence of a youth with disability. This is important for their individual achievements. Parents, guardians, and the community as a whole must be correctly informed to be able to serve as a support base in shaping the future of the youth with disability in Burlington Vermont showing on the CCTV/Town Meeting TV network.

METE NUI - I Am Able: Stop Illegal Mining 10/08/2024

Host Salome Oforiwaa discusses with guest Aleph Benson Awhaitey who works with the IBM. They discuss illegal mining.

From Salome Oforiwaa:

Burlington Buzz: Episode 2 - Housing Affordability 10/07/2024

In the second episode of Burlington Buzz, UVM PCOM students tackle one of the hottest topics affecting their community: housing affordability. With rent prices rising and students struggling to find affordable living options, Charlotte, Mia, Claire, Kira, Maggie, and Julia dive into candid interviews with fellow students, local residents, and housing advocates to uncover the challenges and explore possible solutions. From personal stories to expert insights, this episode sheds light on how housing costs impact the Burlington community and what can be done to make living more affordable for everyone. Don't miss this in-depth and eye-opening discussion on one of Burlington’s biggest issues!

Recorded between September 30th, 2024 and October 7th, 2024

Traveling For History with Patricia Araujo: A Research Story 09/27/2024

From Patricia Araujo:

Host Patricia Araujo discusses how research developed thanks to an astonishing statement on a war memorial.

Where to start? How to proceed? What did I find? Is there more to the story?

For more information visit: www.travelingforhistory.com

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Applications Now Open for the Spring 2025 Cohort of the Neighborhood Community Media Internship Program

Town Meeting TV is excited to announce that applications are now open for the Spring 2025 cohort of the Neighborhood Community Media Internship program. Join up to 8 other youth to engage in interesting media making projects! This paid media internship opportunity is designed for youth aged 16-20 who are eager to gain professional experience in the audio-visual field and develop a deeper understanding of their local community. The group will meet under the leadership of Town Meeting TV's Travis Washington from the end of January 2025 to the beginning of June 2025, on a schedule agreed upon by the whole cohort. Click here to apply!