In a recent episode of the Oswego Alumni Podcast, host Dee McGowan Perkins of the class of 1985 sits down to hear the unique journey of SUNY Oswego alumnus and adjunct professor Chris Hoch (a 1998 bachelor's graduate who earned a certificate of advanced study in 2016). Hoch discusses going from attending elementary school on campus -- the former Campus School -- to building a successful career in risk management, and then returning to the classroom to teach the next generation.
The episode also includes a discussion of the timeless question of whether it is pronounced "Os-WEE-go" or "Os-way-go."
Topics covered in the podcast, available via this link, include:
- The surprising path from business education to risk management
- What risk management really involves — and why it matters across industries
- Launching SUNY Oswego’s risk management and insurance academic program
- The power of mentorship and maintaining alumni connections
Whether you're exploring a career in business, a current student or a proud Oswego alum, this episode aims to offer valuable insights into building a meaningful career while giving back to your roots.
You can catch up on all the episodes and learn about new ones by subscribing to the Oswego Alumni Podcast on YouTube: / @OswegoAlumniPodcast
-- Submitted by University Advancement