William Magee Institute for Student Wellbeing
William Magee Institute for Student Wellbeing
Dr. Ethel Scurlock on Empowering Students
Dr. Ethel Scurlock on Empowering Students
Dr. Ethel Scurlock on Empowering Students
Tuesday 18th April 2023
Join David Magee and Dr. Ethel Scurlock on 'The Mayo Lab Podcast' as they discuss resilience, purpose, and the pressures faced by young people.
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Get the buttons here!Building Resilience and Finding Purpose: A Chat with Dr. Ethel Scurlock
Episode Overview
- Dr. Ethel Scurlock shares insights on the pressures young people face in finding their passions and the resilience needed to achieve their goals.
- The conversation highlights the mental health and substance misuse epidemic among young adults.
- Dr. Scurlock emphasises the importance of understanding and embracing one's unique strengths and finding purpose in life.
- The episode sheds light on the impact of social media and the changing landscape of education, offering valuable insights for parents, educators, and students.
- Listeners gain a deeper understanding of the complexities young people encounter and the need to equip them with the tools to navigate these challenges.
I think everybody at some time along their journey has some degree of that. But when I feel that, I just kind of try to talk back to it, David. But I think there are a lot of things that make you feel that way. And got on the message board one day, and they were like, I can't believe they let a hyphy on the committee. I didn't know what that was. I can't figure it out. I'm Googling it. And finally, I realized, I don't know how it finally got to me, that the hyphy was a woman with a hyphenated name. And my name was Eltho Young hyphen minor at the time. So there are those moments where you feel like, yeah, I don't belong, but I must belong because I keep getting asked to come back and show up and do the work that I do. So I just kind of just show up and do the work no matter what.
What does it take for young people to find their passion and purpose in today's world? In this episode of 'The Mayo Lab Podcast', David Magee sits down with Dr. Ethel Scurlock, the Dean of the Honors College at the University of Mississippi, to explore this very question. Dr. Scurlock, who also juggles roles as a pastor and parent, shares her insights on the immense pressures that students face today.
From academic stress to social media's pervasive influence, young people are navigating a complex landscape that demands resilience and a strong sense of purpose. David and Dr. Scurlock dive into the importance of resilience – the ability to bounce back from challenges – and how it plays a crucial role in achieving one's goals. They discuss how students can discover their unique strengths and use them to overcome obstacles. Dr.
Scurlock offers a wealth of experience, drawing from her own life as an academic leader and parent, making her insights both practical and deeply personal. Listeners will gain a nuanced understanding of the mental health and substance misuse issues affecting young adults today. The conversation also sheds light on how evolving educational environments and societal expectations shape the experiences of today's youth.
Whether you're a parent, educator, or student, this episode provides valuable perspectives on supporting young people in their journey toward finding purpose and building resilience. By the end of the episode, you'll walk away with a better grasp of the tools needed to help students navigate their challenges and embrace their individual strengths. It's a must-listen for anyone invested in the wellbeing of young people.