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On The Hill

By Bryan College

Welcome to On The Hill Podcast! This podcast is to better connect with the Bryan College Community. Our desire is to share information about what’s happening On The Hill. You’ll hear from leadership, faculty, staff, students, alumni, and community partners about campus news and events, career development tips, alumni success stories, student testimonials, and more! We hope there will be something for every Bryan Lion.
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S3E15: Recap w/Tim & Emilie

On The HillMay 03, 2023

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S3E15: Recap w/Tim & Emilie

S3E15: Recap w/Tim & Emilie

Join us as we recap the year & look forward to the summer! Connect with us with feedback or to collaborate! Tim Shetter at tim.shetter@bryan.edu or Emilie Newport at emilie.newport@bryan.edu
May 03, 202332:06
S3E14: Student Highlights from this Year!

S3E14: Student Highlights from this Year!

Tune in to hear some of this year's highlights from our students!

Apr 26, 202306:05
S3E13: Chapel Series: Prayer w/Dr. Peter Held

S3E13: Chapel Series: Prayer w/Dr. Peter Held

Dr. Peter Held (Retired Bryan Bible Professor) challenges us to consider and shift our view and approach to prayer in his recent Chapel Talk on the Spiritual Discipline of Prayer!

Apr 19, 202334:20
S3E12: Martial Arts on the Hill
Apr 12, 202342:12
S3E11: Chapel Series: Life Together w/LJ Rowden
Apr 05, 202330:42
S3E9: The Summer Institute Returns

S3E9: The Summer Institute Returns

The Summer Institute returns to the podcast! Along with getting a refresher on the program, we had the chance to connect with a former Summer Institute student about their perspective on the week and how that experience shaped them for the future.


Learn more & Register: https://www.bryan.edu/community/summer-institute/

Mar 22, 202331:34
S3E8: Criminal Justice Program

S3E8: Criminal Justice Program

On this episode we chat with Tassi Dalton (Associate Professor of Criminal Justice, Criminal Justice Department Chair) and Clint Cantrell (Teaching Fellow Criminal Justice, Special Agent, Major, USAF Retired) about the Criminal Justice Department current and future plans/needs. 

Follow them on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BryanCollegeCriminalJustice

To get give or get involved, connect with Tassi Dalton at tdalton9461@bryan.edu

Mar 08, 202346:21
S3E7: Chapel Series: Dr. Doug Mann

S3E7: Chapel Series: Dr. Doug Mann

Tune in to hear from our current President & one of the Speakers of Bryan, Dr. Doug Mann, as he shares in chapel about Christ Above All! - "What you value most, you serve."

Mar 01, 202340:02
S3E6: Stories & Soil w/ Taylor Hasty

S3E6: Stories & Soil w/ Taylor Hasty

Join us as we chat with Taylor Hasty (2006 grad & former Bryan baseball coach & Athletic Director) about the role of stories in our lives and how we can all see ourselves in the Parable of the Sower.

Feb 22, 202329:44
S3E5: Chapel Series: Our Words Matter with Nick Pacurari

S3E5: Chapel Series: Our Words Matter with Nick Pacurari

A Chapel Talk from Nick Pacurari (Speakers of Bryan) about the life or death-giving value of our words - in our own lives and in the lives of others. Listen in to be challenged to surrender it ALL to Jesus!

Feb 15, 202338:10
S3E4: Stephen Powell & Ecclesiastes

S3E4: Stephen Powell & Ecclesiastes

After his chapel talk, we sat down with Stephen Powell (Director of Event Services) to continue the conversation about the preacher and author in Ecclesiastes, why it's his favorite book of the Bible, and how it can teach us to find comfort in the chaos.

Feb 08, 202359:46
S3E3: Bryan's historic Education Department

S3E3: Bryan's historic Education Department

Tune in to today's episode to learn about Bryan's historic Education Department! We sat down with Kathryn Saynes (Dean of Professional Studies and Bryan College Online | Professor of Education), Regan Rhinehart (Assistant Professor of Education), and Jennifer Travis (Education Specialist/Coordinator of Field Placements) to discuss the Education Department's historic beginnings, recent milestones, and future plans/needs!

Follow the Education Department on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bceducationdept

To get connected/partner with the department, reach out to Jennifer Travis at jennifer.travis@bryan.edu.

Feb 01, 202323:10
S3E2: Chapel Series: Nick Person: Spring Chapel Kickoff

S3E2: Chapel Series: Nick Person: Spring Chapel Kickoff

On this episode we hear from Nick Person of New Vison, a church in Nashville, TN. Nick has been in full time ministry for over 20 years and loves when people "get it" about the gospel. He shares from Genesis 3. 

Jan 25, 202345:55
S3E1: The Mann Returns

S3E1: The Mann Returns

Welcome back to Season 3 of the On The Hill Podcast! 

It's our 1 year anniversary and we thought it only fitting to sit down with our first-ever guest, Dr. Doug Mann, to recap and reflect on the past year. Stick around to hear some exciting updates and how you can be partnering with Bryan in prayer in 2023!


Connect with us about the podcast!

tim.shetter@bryan.edu and/or emilie.newport@bryan.edu


*There are moments in this episode that are very quiet. We recommend listening to this episode with headphones so that you don't miss anything. Thanks for sticking with us as we learn and grow!

Jan 18, 202334:59
S2E10: Favorite Christmas Tradition?

S2E10: Favorite Christmas Tradition?

In this episode we interview students, faculty, and staff asking the question - What is your favorite Christmas tradition? Listen in to hear the cheer!

Dec 20, 202213:47
S2E9: What is Advent? with Jason Glen
Dec 07, 202224:39
S2E8: Gratitude

S2E8: Gratitude

Tune in to hear us chat with Pastor Jim Woychuk ('89 Alum) about practicing gratitude this holiday season and beyond! 

"For the Lord God is a sun and shield; the Lord bestows favor and honor. No good thing does he withhold from those who walk uprightly." 

- Psalm 84:11

Wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving!

Nov 23, 202236:60
S2E7: Habits & Spiritual Disciplines

S2E7: Habits & Spiritual Disciplines

In this episode we are listening to Matt Dee, Bryan Alum '10 and Instructor at IMPACT 360 as he talks about habits and spiritual disciplines. 

Nov 09, 202240:10
S2E6: Engineering on the hill!
Oct 26, 202237:36
S2E5: Worship & Performing Arts at Bryan College

S2E5: Worship & Performing Arts at Bryan College

On today's episode, we are chatting with Dr. Olivia Ellis, Mrs. Annette Watt, and Mrs. Alexis Marsh about what's happening in the Worship & Performing Arts department at Bryan College. Discover what performances and shows our talented students and professors will be performing this year.

Season Calendar & Tickets: https://www.bryan.edu/community/concerts-productions/

Follow them on Instagram!

Worship & Performing Arts: https://www.instagram.com/bryancollegearts/

Theatre: https://www.instagram.com/bryancollegetheatre/

Oct 12, 202245:47
S2E4: "Living in the overflow"

S2E4: "Living in the overflow"

In today's episode, we talk with LJ Rowden, Director of Christian Formation at Bryan College and Sam Landrith, Next Generation Pastor at Thompson Station Church in Thompson Station, TN. Pastor Sam encourages us to live in the overflow and to never lose our awe of the Gospel!

Sep 27, 202227:44
S2E3: "Begin" - Bryan College Theme for 2022

S2E3: "Begin" - Bryan College Theme for 2022

In this episode we met up with our Coordinator of Student Engagement, Eleanor Sanford, to discuss how this year's theme of "Begin" came about & how she hopes it will take root & encourage our campus. We also had the opportunity to hear from our student body about how they are personally committing to "Begin"!

A huge shout out to our Eleanor & her whole team & our student collaborators (listed below) - Thanks for making this episode possible!

Payton Coley, Carissa Wilson, Anna Domer, Addie Cannon, Lindsay Warhurst, Andrew Morris, Maddy Fournier, Macajah Bishop, Abby McDougald, DeLeon Petty, Sam Bambrey, Channah Liles, Ketron Wells, Emily Childress, & Mack Thacker!!

Sep 14, 202228:31
S2E2: Wellness Center

S2E2: Wellness Center

Join us as we talk with Jayson Davidson, Bryan College's Health & Wellness Coordinator and Strength & Conditioning Coach, as we talk about the new renovations and updates for the building formerly known as the "Practice Gym".
Aug 31, 202234:37
S2 E1: Fall 2022 - Welcome Bryan Lions!

S2 E1: Fall 2022 - Welcome Bryan Lions!

In this episode, we share information about what to expect entering the Fall 2022 semester. Whether it's your first arrival or your final return to the hill, you'll want to stick around! You will hear important need-to-know information from the offices of Student Life, The ARC, and others!

Aug 17, 202257:39
S1E12: Mid Summer Update

S1E12: Mid Summer Update

In this episode, we share various updates from the 2021 - 2022 school year, summer projects, and what to be looking forward to. We hope you enjoy it! 

Check out our episode links below:

Jun 29, 202223:11
S1E11: Bloopers & More!
May 18, 202212:24
S1E10: Nursing

S1E10: Nursing

This episode is with Dr. Pam Giles, Dean of Bryan College's new School of Nursing. If you are interested in going into the field of nursing or just want to hear about Bryan's new program this episode is for you. Listen to our conversations with Dr. Giles as we discuss this exciting opportunity at Bryan College. 

May 04, 202227:54
S1E9: Words of Wisdom from Young Alums

S1E9: Words of Wisdom from Young Alums

Back in February 2022, the office of Calling & Career Development hosted an Alumni Panel event on campus. Tune in to hear our conversation with four young alumni about their journeys post-graduation, learning how to network, and defining career success in a world "OFF The Hill". 
Apr 20, 202258:40
S1E8: Perspective from a Czech Republic Professor

S1E8: Perspective from a Czech Republic Professor

In this episode, we are speaking with Dr. Vaclav Rericha from the Czech Republic. Dr. Rericha is a guest lecturer from Palacky University, Olomouc and founder of the Olomouc Training Center. This interview is part of the Bryan Global Lecture Series which is presented by the Bryan Center for International Development. 



Apr 06, 202225:00
S1E7: Mental Health pt 2
Mar 30, 202239:16
S1E6: Mental Health

S1E6: Mental Health

In this two part series we are discussing mental health with Mark Well, Director of Counseling Services at Bryan College. In this first episode we discuss Marks journey to becoming a counselor and understanding counseling through a biblical perspective.
Mar 23, 202217:14
S1E5: Reflections of Two BC Students

S1E5: Reflections of Two BC Students

Want to know what students are thinking about Bryan College. Listen to Freshmen, Natalie Scruggs and Cooper Ruehling as they share about their first year at Bryan. 

Mar 09, 202223:27
S1E4: Bryan College Summer Institute

S1E4: Bryan College Summer Institute

Interested in getting a taste of college life while earning academic credit? Come see what it takes to be a Bryan Lion. Listen to Nick Pacurari and Jessica Vest as they discuss the Summer Institute. 

Feb 23, 202229:38
S1E3: Taking Business to the Next Level

S1E3: Taking Business to the Next Level

Here from Dr. Scruggs about her experiences at Bryan as a student and faculty member. As well as information about the newly developed Doctorate of Business Administration starting in the summer of 2022.
Feb 09, 202222:15
S1E2: Michael Palmer

S1E2: Michael Palmer

A conversation with long-time Communications, Media, & Culture Professor, Mr. Michael Palmer 

Jan 26, 202217:51
S1E1: The Mann

S1E1: The Mann

This episode is an interview with Bryan's 8th President, Dr. Douglas Mann. 

Jan 12, 202217:33