Vol State Chat

Vol State Chat May 19 2022, Segment A

May 19, 2022 17:00 - 7 minutes - 4.97 MB

Another semester has finished at Vol State and The Vol State Chat is finishing up our first season. The Chat kicked off in August 2021. Eric Melcher did a great job organizing, launching, and hosting the show. Chloe Duvall and Winnie Combs both have been a big part of the show since the beginning. Janice Herrin and Jeff Rae joined the crew this Spring and have been enjoying our time with the show. In this segment, Chloe, Janice, and Jeff take a moment to look back on the first season and ...

Vol State Chat May 19 2022, Segment B

May 19, 2022 17:00 - 12 minutes - 8.96 MB

One of our student co-hosts, Winnie Combs, is graduating from Middle College High School and will be attending a college out of state in the Fall. Sadly, she will not be on the show next season. In the segment, we chat with Winnie about her time at VS and her future plans.

Vol State Chat May 12 2022, Segment B

May 12, 2022 17:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MB

In this studio now, we are joined by someone that our listeners know well, as she has been co-hosting The Chat almost since the beginning of the show. Now, we get to change things up a bit and put the interview spotlight on her. We are talking about the one and only, Chloe Duvall. Chloe is studying music business at Vol State and is a very talented musical artist. Tune in to hear about her time at VS and about her music career. She recently released her first song, "Ego" and we will be pla...

Vol State Chat May 12 2022, Segment A

May 12, 2022 17:00 - 8 minutes - 6.07 MB

Vol State recently finished up the Spring semester and on Saturday, May 7, 2022, Vol State hosted commencement for 372 students. In this segment, The Chat talked with 8 students prior to the start of graduation to hear thoughts on their time at VS and their plans for the future. Congratulations to all the graduates.

Vol State Chat April 28 2022, Segment B

April 29, 2022 19:00 - 11 minutes - 8.24 MB

In this segment, we have the privilege of talking with two students, India and Karlee Goostree, about a really inspiring and special event in their lives.

Vol State Chat April 28 2022, Segment A

April 28, 2022 17:00 - 12 minutes - 8.5 MB

The Chat is joined by Professor Ben Graves, who teaches in the music department. Ben will be sharing details on the upcoming Spring Showcase and the music programs available here at Vol State.

Vol State Chat April 28 2022, Segment C

April 28, 2022 17:00 - 12 minutes - 8.62 MB

The show welcomes Brianna Bollinger, an amazing guitarist, songwriter, and artist here at Vol State; and she just released her brand-new single, “what did you expect” on all streaming platforms.

Vol State Chat April 21 2022, Segment A

April 21, 2022 13:00 - 14 minutes - 10 MB

For this episode, we will be chatting with our guests about SkillsUSA. SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers, and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce. And this starts in the classroom here are Vol State. The SkillsUSA teams are led by our first two guests, Assistant Chief of Campus Police, Tim Anschuetz (aka AC) and Director of the Criminal Justice department, Bradley Tracy.

Vol State Chat April 21 2022, Segment B

April 21, 2022 13:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MB

For this episode, we will be chatting with 3 students that competed in the SkillsUSA competition. SkillsUSA is a partnership of students, teachers, and industry working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce. And this starts in the classroom here are Vol State. The SkillsUSA won Gold in their respective competition. Listen in as Sydney, Chris, and Jasmine share their stories of training and competing, and then hear what is next for each of them. Congratulations to the teams an...

Vol State Chat April 14 2022, Segment B

April 14, 2022 17:00 - 9 minutes - 6.75 MB

In this segment, we continue to chat with Vol State student Larry Jobe. Larry shares details about an awful car accident in 2007 which altered his life's plan. He had to learn to walk again, to talk again, and to live life again. After creating a new mindset, Larry set his sights on college (2010) and graduating from Vol State (2022).

Vol State Chat April 14 2022, Segment C

April 14, 2022 17:00 - 9 minutes - 6.87 MB

In this segment, Jean Colello joins The Chat. Jean is the manger of TRIO Student Support Services, a federally funded program through the US Department of Education. Jean and the TRIO Staff have assisted Larry during his time at Vol State and contributed to Larry's path to graduation. More details on TRIO may be found at https://volstate.edu/trio.

Vol State Chat April 14 2022, Segment A

April 14, 2022 17:00 - 7 minutes - 5.43 MB

We welcome Mr. Larry Jobe to The Chat. He is a Vol State student who will be graduating next month with a general studies degree. Larry’s road to Vol State, and to earning his degree, is interesting as well as inspiring.

Vol State Chat March 31 2022, Segment C

March 30, 2022 21:00 - 11 minutes - 7.69 MB

The Vol State Athletic Director, Bobby Hudson, joins the Chat to discuss an upcoming special weekends for alumni of the baseball and softball teams.

Vol State Chat March 31 2022, Segment A

March 30, 2022 21:00 - 8 minutes - 5.72 MB

To kick off this episode, co-host Chloe chats with Brendan Tramel, who is the assistant director of the Vol State theater performance of A Daughter's A Daughter.

Vol State Chat March 31 2022, Segment B

March 30, 2022 21:00 - 9 minutes - 6.43 MB

In this segment, Chloe chats with two actresses from the upcoming play, A Daughter's a Daughter.

Vol State Chat March 17 segment A

March 15, 2022 20:00 - 8 minutes - 5.85 MB

-English faculty members Nan Blomgren and Arlo Hall chat with us about a historian coming to campus to discuss the slave trade in America, and right here in Sumner County. -Then they return to talk about why English is still important in 2022. -Tiffany Summers, the new Director of Financial Aid, joins us to discuss why financial aid is so important for students and why Tennessee is a great place to be for getting college financial help.

Vol State Chat March 17 segment C

March 15, 2022 20:00 - 9 minutes - 6.51 MB

-English faculty members Nan Blomgren and Arlo Hall chat with us about a historian coming to campus to discuss the slave trade in America, and right here in Sumner County. -Then they return to talk about why English is still important in 2022. -Tiffany Summers, the new Director of Financial Aid, joins us to discuss why financial aid is so important for students and why Tennessee is a great place to be for getting college financial help.

Vol State Chat March 17 segment B

March 15, 2022 20:00 - 8 minutes - 6.06 MB

-English faculty members Nan Blomgren and Arlo Hall chat with us about a historian coming to campus to discuss the slave trade in America, and right here in Sumner County. -Then they return to talk about why English is still important in 2022. -Tiffany Summers, the new Director of Financial Aid, joins us to discuss why financial aid is so important for students and why Tennessee is a great place to be for getting college financial help.

Vol State Chat March 3 segment B

March 01, 2022 21:00 - 9 minutes - 6.77 MB

This week on the Vol State Chat -We talk to student Isaiah Perry about playing Vol State basketball and singing in a family gospel band, all while in college. -The Principal of the Sumner County Middle College High School, Brad Schreiner, joins us to discuss why high school students should get ready if they want to apply to the program. -Lisa Haley from Workforce Development tells us about the Key Lifelong Learning program for retirees and announces some of the classes starting in in just...

Vol State Chat March 3 segment C

March 01, 2022 21:00 - 7 minutes - 5.37 MB

This week on the Vol State Chat -We talk to student Isaiah Perry about playing Vol State basketball and singing in a family gospel band, all while in college. -The Principal of the Sumner County Middle College High School, Brad Schreiner, joins us to discuss why high school students should get ready if they want to apply to the program. -Lisa Haley from Workforce Development tells us about the Key Lifelong Learning program for retirees and announces some of the classes starting in in just...

Vol State Chat March 3 segment A

March 01, 2022 21:00 - 7 minutes - 5.28 MB

This week on the Vol State Chat -We talk to student Isaiah Perry about playing Vol State basketball and singing in a family gospel band, all while in college. -The Principal of the Sumner County Middle College High School, Brad Schreiner, joins us to discuss why high school students should get ready if they want to apply to the program. -Lisa Haley from Workforce Development tells us about the Key Lifelong Learning program for retirees and announces some of the classes starting in in just...

Vol State Chat Feb 24 segment C

February 22, 2022 21:00 - 7 minutes - 5.4 MB

This week on the Vol State Chat -Student Winnie Combs hosts the show -She talks to her grandfather and great grandfather, both of whom have Vol State experiences -Tiffany Zwart from Student Engagement discusses National Eating Disorders Week -Penny Duncan and Kelly Ormsby join us to talk about Read Across America

Vol State Chat Feb 24 segment A

February 22, 2022 21:00 - 7 minutes - 5.22 MB

This week on the Vol State Chat -Student Winnie Combs hosts the show -She talks to her grandfather and great grandfather, both of whom have Vol State experiences -Tiffany Zwart from Student Engagement discusses National Eating Disorders Week -Penny Duncan and Kelly Ormsby join us to talk about Read Across America

Vol State Chat Feb 24 segment B

February 22, 2022 21:00 - 7 minutes - 4.94 MB

This week on the Vol State Chat -Student Winnie Combs hosts the show -She talks to her grandfather and great grandfather, both of whom have Vol State experiences -Tiffany Zwart from Student Engagement discusses National Eating Disorders Week -Penny Duncan and Kelly Ormsby join us to talk about Read Across America

Vol State Chat Feb 17 segment B

February 15, 2022 21:00 - 9 minutes - 6.73 MB

This week on the Vol State Chat: -We talk to student Mason Mecartea about acting, directing, and his appearance in an Elle King/Miranda Lambert music video. -Dr. Karen Johnson and Len Assante discuss Communication Studies at Vol State. -Assistant Chief of Campus Police, Tim Anschuetz, joins us for a conversation about Vol State storm safety.

Vol State Chat Feb 17 segment C

February 15, 2022 21:00 - 9 minutes - 6.25 MB

This week on the Vol State Chat: -We talk to student Mason Mecartea about acting, directing, and his appearance in an Elle King/Miranda Lambert music video. -Dr. Karen Johnson and Len Assante discuss Communication Studies at Vol State. -Assistant Chief of Campus Police, Tim Anschuetz, joins us for a conversation about Vol State storm safety.

Vol State Chat Feb 17 segment A

February 15, 2022 21:00 - 10 minutes - 7.03 MB

This week on the Vol State Chat: -We talk to student Mason Mecartea about acting, directing, and his appearance in an Elle King/Miranda Lambert music video. -Dr. Karen Johnson and Len Assante discuss Communication Studies at Vol State. -Assistant Chief of Campus Police, Tim Anschuetz, joins us for a conversation about Vol State storm safety.

Vol State Chat Feb 10 segment B

February 08, 2022 21:00 - 7 minutes - 5.41 MB

This week on the Vol State Chat: -We have another of our unfair quizzes where the students try to answer questions to win prizes. -Softball Head Coach Johnny Lynn, Baseball Head Coach Jim McGuire, and Athletic Director Bobby Hudson join us to discuss the upcoming season. -Tommy Tompkins and Bill Hudgins discuss what it’s like to take Vol State classes for fun in retirement.

Vol State Chat Feb 10 segment C

February 08, 2022 21:00 - 9 minutes - 6.45 MB

This week on the Vol State Chat: -We have another of our unfair quizzes where the students try to answer questions to win prizes. -Softball Head Coach Johnny Lynn, Baseball Head Coach Jim McGuire, and Athletic Director Bobby Hudson join us to discuss the upcoming season. -Tommy Tompkins and Bill Hudgins discuss what it’s like to take Vol State classes for fun in retirement.

Vol State Chat Feb 10 segment A

February 08, 2022 21:00 - 9 minutes - 6.53 MB

This week on the Vol State Chat: -We have another of our unfair quizzes where the students try to answer questions to win prizes. -Softball Head Coach Johnny Lynn, Baseball Head Coach Jim McGuire, and Athletic Director Bobby Hudson join us to discuss the upcoming season. -Tommy Tompkins and Bill Hudgins discuss what it’s like to take Vol State classes for fun in retirement.

Vol State Chat Feb 3 segment B

February 01, 2022 21:00 - 8 minutes - 5.74 MB

-We chat with student Winnie Combs about the importance of FAFSA and some important deadline changes for students. -Nursing Dean Cassie Koester and faculty member Ashley Underwood talk about the Vol State RN Nursing degree program. -Library Director, Rebecca Frank, join me to discuss research and how it's not just something for students to consider, but all of us.

Vol State Chat Feb 3 segment A

February 01, 2022 21:00 - 7 minutes - 5.08 MB

-We chat with student Winnie Combs about the importance of FAFSA and some important deadline changes for students. -Nursing Dean Cassie Koester and faculty member Ashley Underwood talk about the Vol State RN Nursing degree program. -Library Director, Rebecca Frank, join me to discuss research and how it's not just something for students to consider, but all of us.

Vol State Chat Feb 3 segment C

February 01, 2022 21:00 - 6 minutes - 4.59 MB

-We chat with student Winnie Combs about the importance of FAFSA and some important deadline changes for students. -Nursing Dean Cassie Koester and faculty member Ashley Underwood talk about the Vol State RN Nursing degree program. -Library Director, Rebecca Frank, join me to discuss research and how it's not just something for students to consider, but all of us.

Vol State Chat January 27 segment C

January 26, 2022 21:00 - 10 minutes - 7.35 MB

-Our students take part in a quiz about the things Vol State offers to the public, aside from classes. -Jeff King and Emily Andrews discuss Diversity Initiatives at the college. -Faculty member Deb Moore talks about her social media posts as the Realistic Mystic.

Vol State Chat January 27 segment B

January 26, 2022 21:00 - 11 minutes - 8.19 MB

-Our students take part in a quiz about the things Vol State offers to the public, aside from classes. -Jeff King and Emily Andrews discuss Diversity Initiatives at the college. -Faculty member Deb Moore talks about her social media posts as the Realistic Mystic.

Vol State Chat January 27 segment A

January 26, 2022 21:00 - 9 minutes - 6.84 MB

-Our students take part in a quiz about the things Vol State offers to the public, aside from classes. -Jeff King and Emily Andrews discuss Diversity Initiatives at the college. -Faculty member Deb Moore talks about her social media posts as the Realistic Mystic.

Vol State Chat January 20 segment A

January 20, 2022 19:00 - 8 minutes - 6.08 MB

-We talk to our student co-hosts about how academic help can boost confidence and grades. -We have a conversation about health sciences continuing education opportunities with Kathryn Miller. -Nick Bishop joins us to discuss the many parts of Workforce Development and why Vol State is an important part of recruiting for business relocations and start-ups.

Vol State Chat January 20 segment B

January 20, 2022 18:00 - 8 minutes - 5.73 MB

-We talk to our student co-hosts about how academic help can boost confidence and grades. -We have a conversation about health sciences continuing education opportunities with Kathryn Miller. -Nick Bishop joins us to discuss the many parts of Workforce Development and why Vol State is an important part of recruiting for business relocations and start-ups.

Vol State Chat January 20 segment C

January 20, 2022 18:00 - 10 minutes - 7.49 MB

-We talk to our student co-hosts about how academic help can boost confidence and grades. -We have a conversation about health sciences continuing education opportunities with Kathryn Miller. -Nick Bishop joins us to discuss the many parts of Workforce Development and why Vol State is an important part of recruiting for business relocations and start-ups.

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