At UMGC, we believe that everyone has a story worth telling—stories of triumph, perseverance, and transformation, and that’s why we launched the Unstoppable Stories podcast.  From entrepreneurs and artists to athletes and educators, our guests share their personal journeys, offering valuable insights, life lessons, and inspiration. Episodes air twice a month.

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Cathy Francois, Dr. Patti Phillips, and Chava Roberts

On November 4, we featured a bonus episode with UMGC's Cathy Francois, Director of Career Services, who moderated a conversation on the benefits of skills-based education with Dr. Patti Phillips, CEO of the ROI Institute and adjunct faculty for UMGC's MBA program, and Chava Roberts (BSc, MHS), a clinical trial manager and UMGC MBA student with eight years of experience running complex oncology and translational research trials.

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Shaun Paris

On November 11, we featured Shaun Paris, a Staff Sergeant and combat medic in the U.S. Army. Shaun overcame childhood adversity and medical barriers in order to enlist and then served seven years as a paratrooper in Italy, participating in global training exercises and policy-shaping missions. He is a double UMGC graduate and in 2025 was recognized at the UMGC Student Veteran of the Year.

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