PowerED: A ChattState Podcast

In this episode, we talk with Jeffrey Schneider about his winding path to higher education, the joy of experiential learning, and the moment that made Chattanooga State feel like home.

We sit down with Angela McClister to explore her inspiring journey from the fast-paced world of broadcast news to the classroom. Angela shares how bold decisions, resilience, and a passion for storytelling shaped her career—and how she now empowers students to chase their own dreams.

This time we talk to Mollee Shannon, Director of Chattanooga State’s Academic Success Center, to discuss how academic support services—from tutoring to faculty development—are transforming student experiences. Mollee shares her journey, the vision behind the center, and how collaboration across campus creates opportunities for achievement and growth.

In this episode we are joined by Linda Coslett to explore her remarkable journey from law school to the classroom. Linda shares how her passion for history shaped her career, her vision for fostering collaboration and growth on campus and we learn about her claim to fame as a cast member on The Baseball Bunch.

In this powerful and deeply personal episode, we sit down with Dr. Michael McCamish who reflects on his journey, from navigating across cultures to finding creative ways to make education accessible. His experiences remind us how resilience and empathy shape excellent teaching.

Join us for an electrifying episode, where we sit down with Gary Morrill-Carpenter who has turned his love for hip hop into an innovative new class on the history of hip hop. Discover the inspiration behind the creation of this unique course, the challenges faced, and the impact it aims to have on students. Tune in and get ready to be inspired on PowerED!

Dr. April Crenshaw dives into the challenges students face when it comes to seeking help in higher education. She unpacks the reasons behind this hesitation and shares impactful strategies.

In this episode, Dr. William "Bill" Taylor shares how a life-changing church trip to Honduras helped reshape his path and inspired his passion for teaching sociology at a ChattState. Tune in for an inspiring story of transformation, purpose, and the power of global perspective.

Bobbie Meyer shares how she transformed a traditional 15-week course into an impactful 7-week experience—all while keeping student success at the forefront. Hear how her creative approach, flexibility, and focus on outcomes helped students thrive in a fast-paced format. You don't want to miss this episode!

In this inspiring premiere of PowerE.D., host Andy Burns sits down with Rebecca Ashford (President of ChattState), for a candid and heartfelt conversation. Join us as we journey through higher education leadership as Dr. Ashford shares the pivotal moments, personal challenges, and joyful memories that shaped her path to the presidency.