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Govs Teach Unplugged
Discover the Conversations Shaping Education Today
Welcome to Govs Teach Unplugged, the official podcast of Austin Peay State University's Eriksson College of Education. Join us as we explore the evolving landscape of education through insightful conversations, inspiring stories, and practical wisdom from educators, students, and experts in the field.
What You'll Hear
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Latest College News: Stay informed about initiatives, events, and developments at the Eriksson College of Education
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Student Spotlights: Hear from aspiring educators about their journeys, challenges, and triumphs
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Faculty Insights: Learn from experienced professors sharing their expertise and research
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Teaching Tips & Strategies: Gain practical advice you can implement in your classroom immediately
Featured Episode
Blending Legacy, Leadership and a Higher Calling with Mollie Scruggs
On this episode of Govs Teach Unplugged, host Megan Simpson sits down with Mollie Scruggs, a junior elementary education major who is proving that leadership doesn't wait for a diploma. A native of Columbia, Tennessee, and a "legacy Gov," Mollie shares what it was like following in her father’s footsteps to Austin Peay while carving out a path uniquely her own through faith and service.
The conversation dives into Mollie’s extensive campus involvement, including her time as a Resident Assistant and her leadership as the President of Austin Peay’s Student Tennessee Education Association (STEA) chapter. Mollie discusses the lessons she has learned about teamwork and delegation, her experiences at the recent STEA state conference in Nashville, and her inspiring plan to use her education degree for overseas missions work after graduation.
Whether she is sharing advice on why students should lean on their professors or discussing her love for coffee and Gilmore Girls, Mollie’s story is a testament to how passion and preparation can transform the future of education.
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