I Do Declare!

I Do Declare!

Montclair State University’s Discovery Program

Episodes 58
Avg. Duration 16m
Activity Highly Active
Since Oct 2019
Latest Episode Mar 2026

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Every 2 Weeks
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Episodic
Consistency
74%
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About This Podcast

Welcome to the Discovery Program’s podcast I Do Declare! – the podcast that offers unique academic and experiential insights from the people who put the “major” in exploration.

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Recent Episodes

S2E3 Returning Home

Mar 25, 2026 10m

For this episode’s guest, Cory Murphy, Montclair State University has been a lasting presence. With a mother who worked in admissions for thirty years, the campus felt more than just familiar – it…

S2E2 The Journey Never Stops

Mar 19, 2026 19m

While college can come with its own difficulties, students are often wrestling with outside problems – whether they be from their past, or present. Dr. Tamara Massay-Trotz comes on the podcast to…

S9E52 Playing It By Ear

Mar 04, 2026 19m

While often an unseen aspect, finances are a deeply important aspect of keeping college life running smoothly. After all, money makes the world go ‘round – a sentiment Dr. Stephanie Mayer knows well.…

S2E1 The Intersection Between Confidence, Support, and Trust

Feb 25, 2026 15m

The second season of Adulting for Real starts off strong! Returning host Jane Sanchez-Swain interviews Chris Taite, a writer and poet who returned to Montclair State. His first round of education…

S9E51 Yes, uCAN!

Feb 18, 2026 18m

This episode’s title is the main message Sunovia Scudder wants listeners to take from her work on campus. After graduating from Rowan University, Sunovia wanted to go into mechanical engineering but,…

S9E50 Healthy Exploration

Feb 10, 2026 19m

While many may think communication and health majors have little in common, today’s episode of I Do Declare! shows otherwise. With an early interest in media, Dr. Chris McKinley went from undeclared…

S1E3 The Power of Choice

Sep 24, 2025 16m

“Luck, love, perseverance” is how Serena Kenney describes how she got her credit union job. However, anyone tuning into this episode can agree that these three words are the pillars for not only her…

S8E49 Trust the Greatness Inside You

Sep 16, 2025 18m

After five years of working in banking and call centers, Dr. Ashante S. Connor decided she wanted more. Her story starts, like so many others, with community college and developing her skills and…

S1E2 Just the Two of Us

Aug 27, 2025 18m

Jane Sanchez-Swain returns to the MSU podcasting world to interview Liliana Berrocal and Rey Harris, a married couple returning to higher education together. Their perspectives in this unique…

S8E48 Enjoying the Ride

Aug 21, 2025 22m

When students enter the college world, many times they’re not sure what to do. The question of what major to pursue can be daunting, but Mariam Ibrahim’s story shows that it doesn’t have to be. A…

S1E1 Starting Over

Aug 14, 2025 12m

In the first episode of Adulting for Real, Mariam Ibrahim sits down with Levi Clain to discuss returning to college. A Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies (BLS) student at Montclair State, Levi…

S8E47 Social Justice as Self Care

Aug 05, 2025 15m

Discussions of diversity, equality, and inclusivity take center stage in the forty-seventh episode of I Do Declare – topics that are important, not only in higher education, but in the world at…

To Make A Difference

Feb 19, 2025 13m

History is an often misunderstood major within the academic community, one that should be discussed more. After all, the connections to the past can be helpful in deciding what to do moving forward.…

Full Circle

Feb 11, 2025 19m

Indecision is a common obstacle for college students trying to find out what they truly want to accomplish with their degree. Thomas Barbara, Employer Relations Specialist at Montclair State…

Don’t Get Psyched Out

Feb 04, 2025 13m

For those interested in Psychology, look no further! Nadeen Obeidallah sits down with host Rob Schneider to discuss her early interest in the medical field. Through the influence of a high school…

S7E43 Found in Translation

Jan 28, 2025 20m

I Do Declare! welcomes host Jane Sanchez Swain, in this wonderful double interview between Dr. Maria José García Vizcaíno and Melanie Lopez. As Chair of Spanish and Latino Studies at Montclair State…

Advocacy for Yourself and Others

Jan 21, 2025 13m

Those interested in psychology and disability advocacy might want to give this episode a listen! Host Tabitha Reilly sits down with Kathryn “Kat” Leonard, Director of the Certificate in General…

Finding Your Voice

Jan 14, 2025 19m

Figuring out your college path isn’t always straightforward, but unexpected turns can lead to exciting discoveries. Corey Pinto shares his journey from an education background to teaching music and,…

Building Connections and Community

Jul 30, 2024 11m

The Office of Student Belongings’ Director, Jonnine DeLoatch, stops by the podcast for a heartfelt and enlightening conversation. Interviewed by hosts Tabitha Riley and Natalie López, Jonnine shares…

Getting Down to Business

Jul 23, 2024 15m

Mark Hauser, MSU School of Business alumnus stops by the podcast to share his considerable experience, including what it’s like working for Ford and Meta. He goes on to share some invaluable tips for…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does I Do Declare! have?

I Do Declare! has published 58 episodes since October 2019, covering topics in Education.

Is I Do Declare! still active?

I Do Declare! is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 16m.

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