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LEAD UNI is a leadership podcast from the University of Northern Iowa exploring the experiences, challenges, and insights of leaders across campus.
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- 12
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- Sep 21, 2026
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011 - Creating Cohesive Teams - Takumi Sampei (opens the original)
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Episode Overview In this episode of LEAD UNI, host Jesse Heath sits down with Takumi Sampei, a Residence Life Coordinator at the University of Northern Iowa. In just his second year at UNI, Takumi has quickly developed a reputation for building strong relationships and creating a sense of cohesion among the student leaders he supervises. This conversation explores what it takes to move a team beyond simply working together and toward genuinely supporting one another. Takumi shares how intentiona
010 - Leadership is More Than a Title - Gabriel Salazar (opens the original)
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Episode Overview In this episode of LEAD UNI , host Jesse Heath sits down with Gabriel Salazar , the 2026–27 Student Body President for the Northern Iowa Student Government. A senior studying Digital Media Production and Political Communication with a minor in Legal Studies, Gabriel has been involved in student leadership throughout his educational journey and continues to serve UNI students through NISG, the Varsity Glee Club, and other campus experiences. Gabriel shares how his own experiences
009 - The Power of Feeling Seen - Pam Kelly (opens the original)
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Episode Overview In this episode of LEAD UNI, host Jesse Heath sits down with Pam Kelly, Library Assistant II at the UNI Museum. Although Pam's work encompasses a wide range of museum operations, including donor records, accessions, research support, and collections management, much of her leadership impact comes through her work with student employees. Pam has developed a reputation for creating a workplace where students feel welcomed, valued, and supported. Her approach to leadership is groun
008 - Engaging the Next Generation - Tracy Ferguson (opens the original)
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Episode Overview In this episode of LEAD UNI , host Jesse Heath sits down with Tracy Ferguson, Campus Programs Coordinator in Student Involvement and Event Services at the University of Northern Iowa. As advisor to the Campus Activities Board (CAB), Tracy works alongside student leaders to create meaningful campus experiences while helping them develop confidence, leadership skills, and a sense of belonging. Drawing on years of mentoring students, Tracy explores how leadership has evolved alongs
007 - Building a Championship Culture - Todd Stepsis (opens the original)
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Episode Overview In this episode of LEAD UNI , host Jesse Heath sits down with Todd Stepsis , Head Football Coach at the University of Northern Iowa. After leading Drake University to historic success and earning Pioneer Football League Coach of the Year honors, Todd returned to UNI to lead the Panther football program with a leadership philosophy centered on culture, relationships, and intentional development. Rather than focusing solely on wins and losses, Todd shares what it takes to build a
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