Beyond 1894

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Beyond 1894 features Louisiana Tech University faculty, staff, students, and alumni sharing their personal stories, areas of expertise, and the unique impact they are making in the world around them. Listen and meet the amazing people of our Tech Family.

  1. 18 ФЕВР.

    Kevin Richardson: 1% Better

    Louisiana Tech 2017 graduate Kevin Richardson has made a name for himself in college athletics. From choosing his major at Tech on a whim to working hard and earning a role in the University's athletics department, Richardson charts his journey in sports and the mindset that has carried him this far. He talks about stops at Rice, Texas, and, his current home, Clemson and what he's learned along the way. He reminisces about Street Team, the student marketing team from his time at Tech, and he shares his thoughts on how work-life balance and a healthy work environment can change college athletics for the better. Website: 1894.latech.edu/beyond/ Email: 1894@latech.edu

    29 мин.

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    Audrey Calhoun: Trailblazing

    When Audrey Calhoun graduated from Louisiana Tech in 1973, she became the first Black woman in the country to earn a forestry degree. It was just the start of her one-of-a-kind career in the field. She's worked all over the country, protecting and preserving nature and the history connected to it. She's been a part of operations at the White House. She led evacuation efforts from the Pentagon daycare during the September 11 attacks. At every turn, she has been dedicated to sticking with her dreams, and she shares her full, inspiring story in this special episode. Website: 1894.latech.edu/beyond/ Email: 1894@latech.edu

    38 мин.

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    Hannah Brotherton: Coding and Crowns

    2025's Miss Louisiana Tech University, Hannah Brotherton, is getting ready to crown the next Miss Tech in late January, so she's got a lot to reflect on from her past year of service with the crown. She discusses her "switch flip" moment discovering a knack for coding, how her confidence has grown over her 20 years of pageant competition, and the people and causes that she holds dear in her personal life and in her time representing her university. Website: 1894.latech.edu/beyond/ Email: 1894@latech.edu

    26 мин.

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    Kyle Schassburger: Voice of the Bulldogs

    Louisiana Tech's Director of Broadcasting Kyle Schassburger might be new to the Tech Family, but he's already proven his loyalty to the red and blue by lending his commentary talents to Bulldog sports and buying in to their mission of excellence. In this episode, he talks about growing up listening to some of the broadcasting greats, finding his passion for making big calls, and why Ruston and Louisiana Tech have quickly become home for him. Website: 1894.latech.edu/beyond/ Email: 1894@latech.edu

    46 мин.

  5. 24.12.2025

    Looking Back at 2025: Year in Review

    Louisiana Tech's University Communications crew sits down for the annual recap episode to talk through the biggest headlines and highlights of 2025. From a revamped university website to the revival of 1894 Magazine, and from a groundbreaking partnership with Radiance Technologies to a shift to the Sun Belt Conference for LA Tech Athletics, the best stories of the year are here on Beyond 1894. More Louisiana Tech news: latech.edu/news Website: 1894.latech.edu/beyond/ Email: 1894@latech.edu

    37 мин.

  6. 10.12.2025

    Justin Reynolds: Ragin'

    Lt. Col Justin Reynold's callsign is "Ragin'." That callsign has followed him here to Louisiana Tech, his alma mater, where he now serves as the Commander of Detachment 305 and a professor of aerospace studies. In this episode, he discusses his foray into the U.S. Air Force and the journey that's taken him from station to station all over the country and beyond. He speaks on the history and prestige in Louisiana Tech's Air Force ROTC unit — Detachment 305 — and he even discusses the merits of high-octane Air Force films like Top Gun. Detachment 305: latech.edu/academics/air-force-rotc/ Website: 1894.latech.edu/beyond/ Email: 1894@latech.edu

    44 мин.

  7. 26.11.2025

    Boris Teske: Jump Around

    Louisiana Tech's Boris Teske's reputation precedes him: "There's that librarian that's always so hype at the basketball games." Listen to Teske give his firsthand account of finding a love for college athletics and an uncanny knack for often being the loudest, proudest, and rowdiest presence at the Bulldogs' and Lady Techsters' contests year in and year out. He details moving often in his early career before settling in Ruston and discusses why he cares so much about providing academic support in his on-campus role. He shares some insight into his passion for his unofficial theme song ("Jump Around") and provides advice to the next generation so they can show up and show out as Louisiana Tech fans. Louisiana Tech Library: latech.edu/academics/library/ Website: 1894.latech.edu/beyond/ Email: 1894@latech.edu

    37 мин.

  8. 12.11.2025

    Gerald Jordan: Why We're All Here

    Deputy Athletics Director Gerald Jordan came to Louisiana Tech 11 years ago, and his career in LA Tech Sports has seen him transition from sports medicine to leadership and administration. He is committed to the University and its student-athletes, and the native Tennessean has kept his career goals focused on fostering a culture of community and caring. He discusses the growth he's seen during his time in Tech Athletics, and he talks about upcoming projects that will enhance the department. He shares stories from his early career moves as an athletic trainer, and he expresses his passion for the teamwork that makes the dream work at Louisiana Tech. LA Tech Sports: latechsports.com Website: 1894.latech.edu/beyond/ Email: 1894@latech.edu

    29 мин.
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Beyond 1894 features Louisiana Tech University faculty, staff, students, and alumni sharing their personal stories, areas of expertise, and the unique impact they are making in the world around them. Listen and meet the amazing people of our Tech Family.

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    Louisiana Tech University
  • Годы выхода
    2020 - 2026
  • Выпуски
    30
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    Без ненормативной лексики
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    © 2020-2025 Beyond 1894: A Louisiana Tech University Podcast
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