Beyond 1894

Dr. Chris Heidenreich came to Louisiana Tech University as the Director of Bands in 2021, and his road to leading the Band of Pride began with a love for the trumpet as a fourth grader in Ohio. Listen to "Dr. H" talk about his passion for conducting and making music, his stops along the way to becoming director at Tech, the action-packed schedule for the BoP's 2023-24 season, and why the intersection of family and music is a special thing.

The Band of Pride: https://sites.google.com/email.latech.edu/louisianatechbands/home

Website: https://1894.latech.edu/beyond/

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Dr. Eric Wood has entered his third year as Vice President and Director of Athletics at Louisiana Tech. The LA Tech Sports leader spends this episode reflecting on his journey from GA to AD, talking about the principles that guide him in his career, and discussing building up the culture at Tech and the reasons he's looking forward to the future as the fall sports kick off a new athletic year for the University.

LA Tech Sports: https://latechsports.com/

Website: https://1894.latech.edu/beyond/

Email: [email protected]

This episode features Elton Taylor (Director of First-Year Programs), Hailee Rivers (2023 Orientation Student Leader), and Jacob Thomas (2023 OSL Exec) as they discuss the paths that led them to be involved in the first-year experience at Louisiana Tech. They talk about what got them involved in Orientation, the special bonds that are created in their cohort and with the freshmen they serve, and why the Orientation experience at Louisiana Tech is a unique one.

Louisiana Tech First Year Experience on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/latechfye/

Website: https://1894.latech.edu/beyond/

Email: [email protected]

The Division of Nursing at Louisiana Tech is a special program. Dr. Donna Hood, Associate Dean of the College of Applied and Natural Sciences and Professor of Nursing, knows why it's important that each nursing graduate at Tech is equipped with skill, knowledge, and passion. She talks about her own experiences as a nurse and how she learned to translate those experiences to teaching others. She discusses the strengths of those who take on the challenging nursing program at Tech, and she mentions the amazing work being accomplished by the campus's Parkinson Resource Center.

Louisiana Tech Nursing: https://ans.latech.edu/nursing/

Parkinson Resource Center: https://ans.latech.edu/research-outreach/parkinsons-resource-center/

Website: https://1894.latech.edu/beyond/

Email: [email protected]

If someone is considering Louisiana Tech University, chances are they've met Emily Poole Cash (aka "Poole") during their campus visit. She's the Campus Experience Coordinator in the Office of Admissions, and she's got a lot of loyalty for the University. Poole discusses the importance of making visits the best they can be for prospective students, the joys of working at the University she loves, and the special bonds that come from helping the team of student recruiters grow during their time at Tech.

Louisiana Tech Admissions: https://www.latech.edu/admissions/

Website: https://1894.latech.edu/beyond/

Email: [email protected]

Thanks to Jessica George, the students who come through Louisiana Tech's College of Business have a reliable guide to help them discover and act on their passions, motives, and career goals. In this episode, Jessica discusses the fulfillment she finds in her role and how it's helped to build relationships between employers and Louisiana Tech graduates. She talks about the highs and lows of students preparing for their life after college, and she even gives details about her appearance on the TV show Shark Tank.

College of Business: https://business.latech.edu/

Website: https://1894.latech.edu/beyond/

Email: [email protected]

Shyandrea Glass goes by "Shy," and she's anything but. The Associate Athletics Director for Student-Athlete Success Services is a leader to the Bulldogs and Lady Techsters as they pursue their education while balancing their commitment to their sports. She explains her "why," and she talks about the importance of supporting student-athletes and providing resources to ensure their success. She also discusses the upcoming new Academic Center that will help her and her staff serve their students.

LA Tech Sports: https://latechsports.com/

Student-Athlete Academic Success: https://latechsports.com/sports/2018/7/20/academics-academic-center-html.aspx

Website: https://1894.latech.edu/beyond/

Email: [email protected]

Fresh off of Spring 2023 Student Government Association election season, new SGA President Connor Smith and Vice President Walker Pearson spend this episode talking about their involvement on campus, their roles in SGA, their passion for Louisiana Tech University, and what they hope to accomplish in their time serving the student body as leaders.

Louisiana Tech SGA: https://orgs.latech.edu/sga/site/

Website: https://1894.latech.edu/beyond/

Email: [email protected]

Matthew "Monty" Montgomery claims he "almost jokingly" ended up as the Department Chair for Louisiana Tech's Department of Professional Aviation. In this episode, he tells that story, talks about what makes the aviation program special, and discusses the partnerships with airlines like United and Southwest that will ensure successful careers for aviation students.

Louisiana Tech's Department of Professional Aviation: https://liberalarts.latech.edu/professional-aviation/

Website: https://1894.latech.edu/beyond/

Email: [email protected]

It was almost accidental that Dr. Jane Jacob found her calling in the field of psychology. In this episode, she recounts her days growing up in India and the Middle East before a move to the U.S. and talks about the educational path that led her to a doctorate degree and a role as a professor here at Tech. She touches on her recent transition to Associate Dean for Academic Affairs in the College of Education and discusses the programs and practices that make the College of Education at Louisiana Tech special.

Louisiana Tech College of Education: https://education.latech.edu/

Website: https://1894.latech.edu/beyond/

Email: [email protected]