Jane Oates Guests on “Work Trends RU” Podcast Series

July 8, 2025

Be sure to listen to the latest episode of the Heldrich Center’s new podcast series, Work Trends RU. Our guest is Jane Oates, Senior Policy Advisor at WorkingNation. Jane is also a member of the Heldrich Center’s National Advisory Board. In this inspiring and wide-ranging conversation, Jane shares:

  • The mission, goals, and impact of WorkingNation
  • The power of digital storytelling
  • The challenge of turning research into action
  • Why career navigation is essential for students
  • The power of students using personal tech in the classroom
  • Lessons from her first job — and how they still resonate today

Listen on our podcast page or on our YouTube channel.

Visit WorkingNation’s website to learn more about their groundbreaking work.