News And Features From Mtsu

Producer/Host: Gina Logue Guests: Dr. Helen Binkley and Dr. Kristi Phillips Synopsis: The Department of Health and Human Performance faculty members explain how they helped athletic training majors continue their experiential learning during the pandemic.

In this August 2021 episode of Middle Tennessee State University‘s TV magazine show, "Out of the Blue,” we jump back into the upcoming fall semester to see what is in store for students upon their return, hear from the new Student Government President, and learn more about the Professional Sales program in the Jones College of Business. You can watch “Out of the Blue,” with host Andrew Oppmann, anytime online and on True Blue TV (Murfreesboro cable Channel 9) daily at 11 AM and 1:30 PM, and on NewsChannel5+ at 3:30 p.m. every Sunday.

Producer/Host: Gina Logue Guest: Dr. Kevin Downs Synopsis: The associate professor of poultry science reveals the results of his research into the way chickens react when they are offered various colors of chicken feed.

Producer/Host: Gina Logue Guest: Dr. Blake Whitfield Synopsis: The assistant professor in the School of Concrete and Construction Management describes his research into the use of unmanned aerial systems to obtain stormwater runoff prevention practices at construction sites.

Producer/Host: Gina Logue Guest: Dr. Ron Messier Synopsis: The emeritus professor of history describes his first novel, "The Mapmaker and the Pope," in which an eager young Muslim scholar encounters Pope Sylvester II.

Producer/Host: Gina Logue Guest: Interim Chief Kevin Williams Synopsis: The interim police chief talks about what the force will do to keep the campus safe until the installation of a permanent chief.

Producer/Host: Gina Logue Guests: Dr. Carmelita Dotson, et. al. Synopsis: The lecturer in the Department of Social Work and colleagues from a faculty learning community discuss the MT Engage program, exchanging teaching ideas, and the power of inclusive learning.

In this July 2021 episode of Middle Tennessee State University‘s TV magazine show, "Out of the Blue,” we take a look at some of the stories that are found in the upcoming summer edition of MTSU Magazine, including the opening of the Chris Young Cafe, the University's partnership with the Music City Grand Prix, and the "Blue Mars" project that is providing a unique research opportunity for undergraduate students. You can watch “Out of the Blue,” with host Andrew Oppmann, anytime online and on True Blue TV (Murfreesboro cable Channel 9) daily at 11 AM and 1:30 PM, and on NewsChannel5+ at 3:30 p.m. every Sunday.

Producer/Host: Gina Logue Guest: Alvin Knox Synopsis: The lecturer in the Department of English explains his MT Engage courses, "Introduction to Literature" and "Expository Writing."

Producer/Host: Gina Logue Guest: Dr. Christina Cobb Synopsis: The assistant professor of university studies describes how she uses games to keep her students focused in her MT Engage math class.

Producer/Host: Gina Logue Guest: Julie Myatt Synopsis: The director of the MT Engage program celebrates its five-year anniversary as a student-centered effort to keep students focused on their studies.

Producer/Host: Gina Logue Guest: Larry Markus Synopsis: Markus, an MTSU alumnus and schoolteacher for 40 years, has put his love of American history into an easy-to-read, illustrated book for youngsters, "United States History in Rhyme."

Producer/Host: Gina Logue Guest: Dr. Ennio Piano Synopsis: The assistant professor of economics and finance explores the types of economic cycles in which artists can best promote their financial interests.

Producer/Host: Gina Logue Guest: Dr. Tim Odegard Synopsis: The holder of the Murfree Chair of Dyslexic Studies assesses why it's sometimes difficult to tell dyslexic from nondyslexic students in Tennessee public schools.

Producer/Host: Gina Logue Guest: Dr. Mary Magada-Ward Synopsis: The chair of the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies ponders the relationship between truth and rational belief in an era full of misinformation and disinformation.

In this podcast, MTSU professors Angela Hooser and Shannon Harmon speak with local elementary school teachers about their experiences partnering with parents during the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition to advice for parents, a specific focus on new ways teachers have worked with, been supported by, and learned from parents during this shifting educational landscape is shared. This podcast is brought to you by the College of Education at Middle Tennessee State University.

Producer/Host: Gina Logue Guests: Dr. Sandra Stevens and Rawsam Alasmar Synopsis: Stevens, an associate professor of exercise science, and Alasmar, a graduate teaching assistant, explain their research into a new device that helps users exercise and alleviates low back pain.

On this May 2021 episode of Middle Tennessee State University‘s TV magazine show, "Out of the Blue,” we host the 17th Army ROTC graduate to reach the rank of General, discuss changes to CUSTOMS - MTSU's new student orientation, and learn about the Center for Educational Media. 0:00 • Out of the Blue Intro 0:56 • Brigadier General Robert Powell Jr. 09:33 • Gina Poff - CUSTOMS 2021, New Student Orientation 19:00 • Dr. Laura Clark - Director of the Center for Educational Media You can watch “Out of the Blue,” with host Andrew Oppmann, anytime online and on True Blue TV (Murfreesboro cable Channel 9) daily at 11 AM and 1:30 PM, and on NewsChannel5+ at 3:30 p.m. every Sunday.

Producer/Host: Gina Logue Guest: Dr. David Steffensen Synopsis: The assistant professor of management describes his research into how work emails cause an imbalance between work and home priorities.

Producer/Host: Gina Logue Guest: Dr. Joshua Reid Synopsis: Reid, a post-doctoral assistant with the Tennessee STEM Education Center, talks about his research into how teachers understand the "nature of science" and the impact it has on students.