African Canadian Girls as Activists in Ontario’s High Schools

Esther Hayford, Social Work

The first episode of Research Chat season 2 features Esther Hayford, pronouns she/her, a PhD candidate in the Lyle S. Hallman Faculty of Social Work at Laurier. Her research focuses on African girls and activism in high schools in Ontario. Esther is completing her data collection with Associate Professor Ann Curry-Stevens and Professor Edward Shizha. In episode 1, Esther shares her research with Deb Shelley, who is completing the Master of Community Music program at Laurier. Both researchers use their personal experiences to focus their research interests to make a difference in the lives of others.

Episode 1: Esther Hayford

Singing Ourselves to Death

Deb Shelley, Community Music

The second episode of Research Chat Season 2 features Deb Shelley, pronouns she/her, who shares her research with Esther Hayford, a PhD candidate in the Lyle S. Hallman Faculty of Social Work at Laurier. Both researchers use their personal experiences to focus their research interests to make a difference in the lives of others.

Episode 2: Deb Shelley

Integrating International Students into Canada’s Economy

Nelson Graham, Balsillie School of International Affairs

In the third episode of Research Chat Season 2, Nelson Graham, pronouns he/him, a PhD candidate in the Global Governance program of the Balsillie School of International Affairs, hosted by Laurier, is interviewed by Ali Jasemi, who is pursuing a PhD in Developmental Psychology at Laurier at the Language and Literacy lab under Professor Alexandra Gottardo’s supervision. Both researchers study the experiences of newcomers to Canada.

Supporting the Success of New Immigrants to Canada

Ali Jasemi, Psychology

In the fourth episode of Research Chat Season 2, Ali Jasemi, pronouns he/him, who is pursuing a PhD in Developmental Psychology at Laurier at the Language and Literacy lab, is interviewed by Nelson Graham, a PhD candidate in the Global Governance program of the Balsillie School of International Affairs, hosted by Laurier. Both researchers study the experiences of newcomers to Canada.

The History of Infectious Disease in the Era of COVID-19

Eric Story, History

In the fifth episode of Research Chat Season 2, Eric Story, pronouns he/him, a historian of infectious disease in the 20th century and outreach manager of the Laurier Centre for the Study of Canada, is interviewed by Tyler Pacheco, a social psychologist and research theme ambassador for Laurier’s research strength area Psychological and Social Determinants of Health and Well-Being. Eric and Tyler both study respiratory diseases in different contexts and time periods.

The COVID-19 Crisis and Canadian Workers' Well-Being

Tyler Pacheco, Social Psychology

In the sixth episode of Research Chat Season 2, Tyler Pacheco, a PhD student and social psychologist who is working on the research team exploring "Overcoming the unseen: The effects of the COVID-19 crisis on the mental health of Canadian-based workers," is interviewed by Eric Story, a doctoral student in the Department of History and a historian of infectious disease in the 20th century. Both researchers study respiratory diseases in different contexts and time periods.

By-Law Enforcement Responses to Homelessness and Encampments

Natasha Martino, Criminology

The seventh episode of Research Chat Season 2 features Natasha Martino, pronouns she/her, a Master of Criminology researcher focused on the role that by-law enforcement and municipal ordinances play in the social control and management of homelessness and homeless encampments across Ontario.

She is interviewed by Ali Diebold, a feminist community-based researcher, social worker, and human rights advocate who is pursuing a PhD in Social Work at Laurier.

Both researchers examine the interactions that vulnerable people have with the criminal justice system.

Reintegrating Incarcerated Women through Employment Programs

Ali Diebold, Faculty of Social Work

The eighth episode of Research Chat Season 2 features Ali Diebold, pronouns she/her, who is a feminist community-based researcher, social worker, and human rights advocate who is pursuing a PhD in Social Work at Laurier.

She is interviewed by Natasha Martino, a researcher in the realm of homelessness and policing, pursuing a Master of Arts in Criminology at Laurier.

Both researchers examine the interactions that vulnerable people have with the criminal justice system.

Sattelite Measurements of Lake Ice from Space

Gifty Attiah, Geography and Environmental Studies

The ninth episode of Research Chat Season 2 features Gifty Attiah, pronouns she/her, who is an international student pursuing a PhD in Geography.

She is interviewed by Caitlyn Lyons, a northern ecologist and environmentalist passionate about sustainability and science communication who is pursuing a PhD in Biological and Chemical Sciences at Laurier.

Gifty and Caitlyn are both completing their fieldwork in the Northwest Territories.

Permafrost Thaw Affects Plants in Northwest Territories

Caitlyn Lyons, Biological and Chemical Sciences

Caitlyn Lyons, pronouns she/her, is a northern ecologist and environmentalist passionate about sustainability and science communication. She is is pursuing a PhD in Biological and Chemical Sciences at Laurier.

She is interviewed by Gifty Attiah, an international student pursuing a PhD in Geography, and has a particular interest in using geospatial tools to solve environmental and climate issues.

Caitlyn and Gifty are both completing their fieldwork in the Northwest Territories.

Belonging in 2SLGBTQ+ Leisure Spaces

Tin Vo, Faculty of Social Work

The eleventh episode of Research Chat Season 2 features Tin Vo, pronouns he/him, an equity-focused researcher and public health practitioner who is pursuing a PhD in Social Work at Laurier’s Lyle S. Hallman Faculty of Social Work.

He is interviewed by Rosemary Dupuis, a human rights advocate and feminist pursuing her PhD in Global Governance at the Balsillie School of International Affairs.

They have a mutual research interest in safe spaces and inclusion, discrimination, intersectionality and well-being.

Policies to Support African Women Refugees’ Mental Health

Rosemary Dupuis, Balsillie School of International Affairs

The final episode of Research Chat for Season 2 features Rosemary Dupuis, pronouns she/her, a human rights advocate and feminist pursuing her PhD in Global Governance at the Balsillie School of International Affairs.

She is interviewed by Tin Vo, an equity-focused researcher and public health practitioner who is pursuing a PhD in Social Work at Laurier’s Lyle S. Hallman Faculty of Social Work.

They have a mutual research interest in safe spaces and inclusion, discrimination, intersectionality and well-being.

About Season One

The first season of Research Chat addresses complex societal issues such as the lack of diversity within corporate board rooms, reimagining a "green future," and inclusive physical activity programming for children with disabilities.

Each episode illustrates how Laurier graduate students engage in understanding critical issues facing Canadians today.

Episodes

• Episode 1: Ethnic Diversity and Risk Management of Insurance Companies, Olga Kanj
• Episode 2: Signpost Creation to Envision a More Just, Safe Climate Future, Kai Reimer-Watts
• Episode 3: Improving the Human Resources Hiring Process, Peter Fisher
• Episode 4: Stateless Babies: Birth Registration as Bordering Practice , Allison Petrozziello
• Episode 5: Rethinking (Dis)Ability in Recreation: The Experiences of Families Raising Children with Developmental Disorders, Nicole Luymes
• Episode 6: Giving Voice to the Voiceless, Laura MacGregor

Gratitude List

Research Chat would not be possible without the following contributors:

Executive Producers

• Paula Fletcher, associate dean, Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
• Douglas Deutschman (@doug_deutschman), associate vice-president and dean, Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
• Jonathan Newman (@LaurierVPR), vice-president: research

Producer and Host

• Shawna Reibling (@LaurierResearch), knowledge mobilization officer, Office of Research Services

Sound Design and Editing

• Craig Galbraith, WLU Press
• Shawna Reibling, knowledge mobilization officer, Office of Research Services

Transcription

• Maia Desjardins and team at WLU Press / Laurier Library

Logo Design and Webpage

• Jessica Hunt (@LaurierGrad) and Web Services Team (Mallory O’Brien)
• Madeline Lougheed - logo design
• Student trainers (writing and podcasting)
• Laine Young, Handpicked: Stories from the Field Podcast
• Lisa Quinn, WLU Press

Additional Assistance

• Lisa Quinn (@editorlisaquinn), WLU Press

Support and Funding

• Wilfrid Laurier University, Office of Research Services
• Wilfrid Laurier University, Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies
• WLU Press / Laurier Library

Music Credits

• Jazz Intro Pack by Daily Wavesfrom Audio Jungle

Contact

• research@wlu.ca
• sreibling@wlu.ca