EKU Voices

In this episode we are joined by two outstanding EKU Alums who take us through their journey to EKU, how they became involved in Greek Life and the NPHC, what they plan to do in the future and they discuss what EKU has meant to them.

In this episode we are joined by two outstanding EKU Alums who take us through their journey to EKU, how they became involved in Greek Life and the NPHC, what they plan to do in the future and they discuss what EKU has meant to them.

EKU Alum, Foundation Board member, EKU Hall of Fame inductee and 2018 College of Business and Technology commencement speaker Jeri Isbell sits down with us on this episode to discuss why she chose to come to EKU, her 33-year career in the corporate world, the importance of empowering women and women’s leadership and why she’s staying connected even in retirement.

EKU Alum, Foundation Board member, EKU Hall of Fame inductee and 2018 College of Business and Technology commencement speaker Jeri Isbell sits down with us on this episode to discuss why she chose to come to EKU, her 33-year career in the corporate world, the importance of empowering women and women’s leadership and why she’s staying connected even in retirement.

EKU Alum Tiara Holt joins us to close out the first half of Season 3. A two time graduate of EKU she discusses how she came to Richmond and how she got involved in the mental health field. We discuss extensively the importance of mental health and how she incorporates different techniques into her small business practice.

EKU Alum Tiara Holt joins us to close out the first half of Season 3. A two time graduate of EKU she discusses how she came to Richmond and how she got involved in the mental health field. We discuss extensively the importance of mental health and how she incorporates different techniques into her small business practice.

In this episode we are joined by Neil Kasiak, EKU Alum, History Professor and Special Collections and Archives Oral Historian. He discusses his journey from Indiana to Richmond and how he got interested in oral history and we talk extensively about the importance of archives and the importance of preserving everyone’s story.

In this episode we are joined by Neil Kasiak, EKU Alum, History Professor and Special Collections and Archives Oral Historian. He discusses his journey from Indiana to Richmond and how he got interested in oral history and we talk extensively about the importance of archives and the importance of preserving everyone’s story.

In this episode we welcome back our first repeat guest, EKU professor of Opera Curtis Streetman. He joins us to talk about his latest project ArtsBridge and his upcoming performance of Peter Maxwell Davies Eight Songs for a Mad King. Since we recorded this on Halloween we had to talk a few spooky things as well.

In this episode we welcome back our first repeat guest, EKU professor of Opera Curtis Streetman. He joins us to talk about his latest project ArtsBridge and his upcoming performance of Peter Maxwell Davies Eight Songs for a Mad King. Since we recorded this on Halloween we had to talk a few spooky things as well.

On this episode we are joined by EKU faculty member Dr. Alice Jones. She talks about how she went from journalism to environmental science, the important watershed research she’s done in the Appalachian region and how she has combined her love of science and theater to create a one woman show about two female pioneers in the STEM field.

On this episode we are joined by EKU faculty member Dr. Alice Jones. She talks about how she went from journalism to environmental science, the important watershed research she’s done in the Appalachian region and how she has combined her love of science and theater to create a one woman show about two female pioneers in the STEM field.

In this episode, Carrie and her new co-host Britany Bowens sit down with EKU Alum and Director of Multicultural Student Affairs Liliana Gomez de Coss to talk about EKU’s Latino community and how the office is effecting change on campus.

In this episode, Carrie and her new co-host Britany Bowens sit down with EKU Alum and Director of Multicultural Student Affairs Liliana Gomez de Coss to talk about EKU’s Latino community and how the office is effecting change on campus.

In this episode, Carrie is joined by her new co-host Britany Bowens. In addition to being the new co-host, Britany is also the guest. She talks about her interesting journey from a performing arts school in Charlotte North Carolina to EKU, with stops in Minnesota and Job Corps. in between.

In this episode, Carrie is joined by her new co-host Britany Bowens. In addition to being the new co-host, Britany is also the guest. She talks about her interesting journey from a performing arts school in Charlotte North Carolina to EKU, with stops in Minnesota and Job Corps. in between.

In this, the final episode of Season 2, Carrie is joined by recent EKU graduate Omar Salinas Chacon. Omar talks about coming to the United States from El Salvador in 2001, what it was like growing up in Nashville as an immigrant, how he got to EKU, his status as a DREAMER, his trip to the White House in 2015 and what the future holds for him.

In this, the final episode of Season 2, Carrie is joined by recent EKU graduate Omar Salinas Chacon. Omar talks about coming to the United States from El Salvador in 2001, what it was like growing up in Nashville as an immigrant, how he got to EKU, his status as a DREAMER, his trip to the White House in 2015 and what the future holds for him.

: In this episode Carrie is joined by the Dean of the College of Science Dr. Tom Otieno. They discuss where his interest in science came from and how he got to Richmond in 1995. They also go in depth on the College of Science, including the importance of the new science building on campus, the Forensic Science program and the important research and learning that’s taking place between the college’s faculty and students.

: In this episode Carrie is joined by the Dean of the College of Science Dr. Tom Otieno. They discuss where his interest in science came from and how he got to Richmond in 1995. They also go in depth on the College of Science, including the importance of the new science building on campus, the Forensic Science program and the important research and learning that’s taking place between the college’s faculty and students.

In this episode Barbara Kent joins the conversation to discuss her 10 year career in the military, working in the Army’s JAG office and the path that ultimately led her to EKU. She talks about what it’s like to be a nontraditional student taking classes in a traditional college setting and how EKU helped her not only graduate with a degree in psychology, but also set her on the path to become the Director of Military and Veteran Affairs at the University.

In this episode Barbara Kent joins the conversation to discuss her 10 year career in the military, working in the Army’s JAG office and the path that ultimately led her to EKU. She talks about what it’s like to be a nontraditional student taking classes in a traditional college setting and how EKU helped her not only graduate with a degree in psychology, but also set her on the path to become the Director of Military and Veteran Affairs at the University.

In this episode Carrie is joined by Madison County Attorney Jennie Haymond. Jennie discusses how she got from Ohio to Richmond, what inspired her to become an attorney and what kept her on that path. She also talks about what a county attorney does, what it was like to go through the election/campaign process for the first time and what she hopes to accomplish with her time in office. In addition she explains what mock trial is, its importance and why middle school students may be the best at it. And finally, she explains why she can’t watch TV shows about lawyers.

In this episode Carrie is joined by Madison County Attorney Jennie Haymond. Jennie discusses how she got from Ohio to Richmond, what inspired her to become an attorney and what kept her on that path. She also talks about what a county attorney does, what it was like to go through the election/campaign process for the first time and what she hopes to accomplish with her time in office. In addition she explains what mock trial is, its importance and why middle school students may be the best at it. And finally, she explains why she can’t watch TV shows about lawyers.

In this episode we sit down with EKU business student Kassidy Easterling. Kassidy who is currently double majoring in Accounting and Management with a minor in Finance discusses her time living abroad in Japan and Singapore, why she decided to attend EKU, how she chose business as a major and some of the challenges that have come along with that. We find out what exactly the Banking Team is, how students can get involved on campus and why the School of Business and EKU in general is a great place to be.

In this episode we sit down with EKU business student Kassidy Easterling. Kassidy who is currently double majoring in Accounting and Management with a minor in Finance discusses her time living abroad in Japan and Singapore, why she decided to attend EKU, how she chose business as a major and some of the challenges that have come along with that. We find out what exactly the Banking Team is, how students can get involved on campus and why the School of Business and EKU in general is a great place to be.

In this episode we sit down with EKU Voice Professor and Director of Opera Curtis Streetman. Curtis is an extremely talented and versatile artist who has performed in some of the world’s major concert halls and operatic houses around the world. He talks with us about how he became interested in music at a very early age, what led him to opera performance and how he became a teacher. Curtis also discusses the opera program at EKU, his favorite performance venue, his most challenging piece, his greatest influences and why opera is so relevant today.

In this episode we sit down with EKU Voice Professor and Director of Opera Curtis Streetman. Curtis is an extremely talented and versatile artist who has performed in some of the world’s major concert halls and operatic houses around the world. He talks with us about how he became interested in music at a very early age, what led him to opera performance and how he became a teacher. Curtis also discusses the opera program at EKU, his favorite performance venue, his most challenging piece, his greatest influences and why opera is so relevant today.

In this episode, Carrie is joined by EKU Dean of Libraries Betina Gardner. Dean Gardner discusses how she became a librarian and how libraries, including EKU’s have changed over the years with the advent of technology. Carrie and Dean Gardner also discuss the important role that libraries play today in combating disinformation and teaching critical thinking. Finally Dean Gardner discusses what she sees as the future of the library and also answers our Colonel Quick Fire questions, including what book she wishes she had written and what library she would like to visit that she hasn’t.

In this episode, Carrie is joined by EKU Dean of Libraries Betina Gardner. Dean Gardner discusses how she became a librarian and how libraries, including EKU’s have changed over the years with the advent of technology. Carrie and Dean Gardner also discuss the important role that libraries play today in combating disinformation and teaching critical thinking. Finally Dean Gardner discusses what she sees as the future of the library and also answers our Colonel Quick Fire questions, including what book she wishes she had written and what library she would like to visit that she hasn’t.

In this the fall finale of season 2 Carrie and Brady are joined by retired EKU Provost Dr. Janna Vice. Dr. Vice discusses her extensive career at EKU from student, to faculty member, to administrator and how campus and the student body has changed and in some ways stayed the same over the years. In addition she gives us her insight on the future of higher education and why EKU is different. We definitely couldn’t have asked for a better guest to close out the first half of season 2!

In this the fall finale of season 2 Carrie and Brady are joined by retired EKU Provost Dr. Janna Vice. Dr. Vice discusses her extensive career at EKU from student, to faculty member, to administrator and how campus and the student body has changed and in some ways stayed the same over the years. In addition she gives us her insight on the future of higher education and why EKU is different. We definitely couldn’t have asked for a better guest to close out the first half of season 2!

In this episode Carrie and Brady are joined by former two sport standout and EKU Alum, Ron House. A wrestling and football star at EKU in the late 1960’s, Ron shares some great stories about his time on campus, playing for Coach Kidd, the importance of the Grantland Rice Bowl to EKU and of interacting with then President Dr. Bob Martin. After graduation Ron became a successful entrepreneur, running his own Insurance business for over 40 years. We learn exactly how he got his start in business and how his time at EKU really helped shape that. Ron is truly an Eternal Colonel and his EKU stories are definitely not to be missed.

In this episode Carrie and Brady are joined by former two sport standout and EKU Alum, Ron House. A wrestling and football star at EKU in the late 1960’s, Ron shares some great stories about his time on campus, playing for Coach Kidd, the importance of the Grantland Rice Bowl to EKU and of interacting with then President Dr. Bob Martin. After graduation Ron became a successful entrepreneur, running his own Insurance business for over 40 years. We learn exactly how he got his start in business and how his time at EKU really helped shape that. Ron is truly an Eternal Colonel and his EKU stories are definitely not to be missed.

In this episode Carrie and Brady are joined by EKU Regent Juan Castro. We discuss his journey from Ecuador to EKU. He talks about why it took him so long to get his degree in Hotel Management, how he became a scuba instructor, what led him to Kentucky and starting his own business helping non-profits with accounting. We also discuss his time at EKU and how that has impacted his life and with all that he’s done, including swimming with sharks, what else he hopes to accomplish.

In this episode Carrie and Brady are joined by EKU Regent Juan Castro. We discuss his journey from Ecuador to EKU. He talks about why it took him so long to get his degree in Hotel Management, how he became a scuba instructor, what led him to Kentucky and starting his own business helping non-profits with accounting. We also discuss his time at EKU and how that has impacted his life and with all that he’s done, including swimming with sharks, what else he hopes to accomplish.

In this episode we sit down with EKU Alum Darren Zancan and Friend of EKU Damon Moberly. We talk to Darren about his time at EKU, why he chose to come back to Richmond to start his production company DMZ and what it's been like to work with the Lexington Paranormal Research Society on his new project History Alive. Damon gives us some insight on what LPRS is all about and how they are working with Darren on History Alive to tell the stories of Kentucky's historical places. We also get some great stories of the paranormal from Darren and Damon, including one about Darren's possible encounter with the Blue Lady of EKU.

In this episode we sit down with EKU Alum Darren Zancan and Friend of EKU Damon Moberly. We talk to Darren about his time at EKU, why he chose to come back to Richmond to start his production company DMZ and what it's been like to work with the Lexington Paranormal Research Society on his new project History Alive. Damon gives us some insight on what LPRS is all about and how they are working with Darren on History Alive to tell the stories of Kentucky's historical places. We also get some great stories of the paranormal from Darren and Damon, including one about Darren's possible encounter with the Blue Lady of EKU.

In this episode Carrie and Brady sit down with EKU Alum, EKU English professor and author Keven McQueen. Keven has been teaching on EKU’s campus since 1989 and has authored over 17 books on folklore, history, ghostlore, natural disasters and true crime in Kentucky and the United States. We talk to Keven about growing up in Richmond, why he decided to stay at EKU and why he likes teaching on EKU’s satellite campuses. We talk extensively about his books and he tells some great stories about Cassius Clay, strange Kentucky and ghost stories from Richmond. We also discuss his writing process and find out that not all research needs to be done on the internet. Keven becomes only the second person we’ve ever had on Voices to not say that his favorite place on campus is the Ravine. You’ll just have to listen to this episode to find out where he says it is.

In this episode Carrie and Brady sit down with EKU Alum, EKU English professor and author Keven McQueen. Keven has been teaching on EKU’s campus since 1989 and has authored over 17 books on folklore, history, ghostlore, natural disasters and true crime in Kentucky and the United States. We talk to Keven about growing up in Richmond, why he decided to stay at EKU and why he likes teaching on EKU’s satellite campuses. We talk extensively about his books and he tells some great stories about Cassius Clay, strange Kentucky and ghost stories from Richmond. We also discuss his writing process and find out that not all research needs to be done on the internet. Keven becomes only the second person we’ve ever had on Voices to not say that his favorite place on campus is the Ravine. You’ll just have to listen to this episode to find out where he says it is.

In this episode Carrie and Brady sit down with EKU Dean of Students Kenna Middleton to discuss her time at EKU as a student and how she became involved in higher education administration. She talks about her time as the Director of Housing at EKU and the overseeing the building of EKU’s first dorm on campus in 40 years in 2013. In addition she shares some tales from the dorms from her time as a student and a Director. We talk about the importance of the First Year Course at EKU in helping student retention and what exactly her role as Dean of Students entails. And finally in our Colonel Quick Fire segment, Dean Middleton coins a brand new slogan about what it means to be a Colonel.

In this episode Carrie and Brady sit down with EKU Dean of Students Kenna Middleton to discuss her time at EKU as a student and how she became involved in higher education administration. She talks about her time as the Director of Housing at EKU and the overseeing the building of EKU’s first dorm on campus in 40 years in 2013. In addition she shares some tales from the dorms from her time as a student and a Director. We talk about the importance of the First Year Course at EKU in helping student retention and what exactly her role as Dean of Students entails. And finally in our Colonel Quick Fire segment, Dean Middleton coins a brand new slogan about what it means to be a Colonel.

In the first episode of Season 2, Carrie is joined by her new co-host Senior PR and Communications major Brady McBride. They welcome EKU graduate and retired FBI forensic explosives expert Tom Thurman to the podcast. Tom talks about his time at EKU as an undergrad, what led him to an interest in studying the field of explosives, how he transitioned from the Army to the FBI and what ultimately brought him back to EKU to teach. We couldn’t have asked for a better way to start Season 2!