16: My Why with Candice McQueen - President, Lipscomb University

Lipscomb University’s 18th president, Dr. Candice McQueen, has career experience ranging from the 5th grade classroom, to the head of a teacher prep program, to the halls of state government. Learn abou her motivation: "Whatever my title is, I teach."

Each "My Why" episode uncovers the journey of one educator: a teacher or leader who has chosen to devote his or her life to the education profession. Each story is different, yet each is an exploration of motivation, purpose, and hope.

Duration: 
29:59
Publication Date: 
2 years 1 month ago

15: My Why with Leslie Cowell - Dean, Lipscomb University College of Education

Lipscomb's new Dean of the College of Education has experience across the span from PreK all the way through higher education. Hear her journey and why she finds education to be a rewarding and meaningful career. "For the Lord, not for man."

Each "My Why" episode uncovers the journey of one educator: a teacher or leader who has chosen to devote his or her life to the education profession. Each story is different, yet each is an exploration of motivation, purpose, and hope.

Duration: 
29:41
Publication Date: 
2 years 1 month ago

7: My Why with Morgan Rankin - 2022 Tennessee Teacher of the Year

Hear what inspires the 2022 'Tennessee Teacher of the Year' to look for each child’s potential and to help form them into great adults and citizens. “Teaching is shaping what might be.”

Each "My Why" episode uncovers the journey of one educator: a teacher or leader who has chosen to devote his or her life to the education profession. Each story is different, yet each is an exploration of motivation, purpose, and hope.

Duration: 
28:09
Publication Date: 
2 years 8 months ago