The Current

Texas State University
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Each month, Texas State University President Dr. Kelly Damphousse sits down with faculty members, staff, students, alumni, and community members for a conversation about all things TXST — the past, the present, and the bright future of the university. Part of the TXST Podcast Network: https://www.txst.edu/podcast-network.html

  1. DEC 10

    Becoming a Planters Peanutter with Katie Krupinski

    In the 24th episode of The Current, President Damphousse talks to alum Katie Krupinski, Planters “Peanutter” and driver of the Planters NUTmobile. They discuss her time in the School of Journalism and Mass Communication, finding her place at TXST through student organizations, how she landed her job with Planters, and the experience of traveling around the country in the Planters NUTmobile.  Listen to new episodes of The Current every month on the TXST Podcast Network. Other podcasts on the network include Try @ TXST, Office Hours, Enlighten Me, and States Up.  For questions or inquiries about the TXST Podcast Network, email podcasts@txstate.edu.

    20 min

  2. NOV 19

    Creating the TXST Cold Case Team with Dr. Jaymi Elsass

    In the 23rd episode of The Current, President Damphousse talks to Dr. Jaymi Elsass, associate professor of instruction in the School of Criminal Justice and Criminology. They discuss her academic journey leading up to joining TXST, her research on the moral panic surrounding mass shootings, and the creation of the TXST Cold Case Team with the Texas Office of the Attorney General.  Listen to new episodes of The Current every month on the TXST Podcast Network. Other podcasts on the network include Try @ TXST, Office Hours, Enlighten Me, and States Up.  For questions or inquiries about the TXST Podcast Network, email podcasts@txstate.edu.

    26 min

  3. NOV 5

    Preparing the Next Generation of Teachers with Dr. Michael O’Malley

    In the 22nd episode of The Current, President Damphousse talks to Dr. Michael O’Malley, dean of the College of Education and professor of Educational and Community Leadership. They discuss how he changed academic paths and landed on education, his journey of becoming a dean, and how the university is preparing the next generation of teachers in Texas and across the country.  Listen to new episodes of The Current every month on the TXST Podcast Network. Other podcasts on the network include Try @ TXST, Office Hours, Enlighten Me, and States Up.  For questions or inquiries about the TXST Podcast Network, email podcasts@txstate.edu.

    25 min

  4. OCT 29

    Navigating a Diagnosis for Breast Cancer Awareness Month with Dr. Kristen Howell

    In the 21st episode of The Current, President Damphousse talks to his daughter, Dr. Kristen Howell, assistant professor in the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics at Texas A&M University. They discuss how she changed paths from medical school to epidemiology, the passion she’s had for cancer research throughout her life, and her journey of being a breast cancer patient.  Listen to new episodes of The Current every month on the TXST Podcast Network. Other podcasts on the network include Try @ TXST, Office Hours, Enlighten Me, and States Up.  For questions or inquiries about the TXST Podcast Network, email podcasts@txstate.edu.

    27 min

  5. OCT 22

    The Rich History of the Texas State Strutters with Selina Lloyd

    In the 20th episode of The Current, President Damphousse talks to Selina Lloyd, director of the Texas State Strutters. They discuss how her dream of being a teacher morphed into a dance instructor and how they’re similar, the ins and outs of being a Strutter, and the rich history of the world-renowned dance team.  Listen to new episodes of The Current every month on the TXST Podcast Network. Other podcasts on the network include Try @ TXST, Office Hours, Enlighten Me, and States Up.  For questions or inquiries about the TXST Podcast Network, email podcasts@txstate.edu.

    23 min

  6. OCT 8

    Preparing Bobcats for their Career Paths with Ray Rogers

    In the 19th episode of The Current, President Damphousse talks to Ray Rogers, director of TXST’s Career Services. They discuss how he found his way to the university after spending time at other institutions, how the Career Services staff helps students get their careers started while at TXST and after they graduate, and the importance of being part of an internship.  Listen to new episodes of The Current every month on the TXST Podcast Network. Other podcasts on the network include Try @ TXST, Office Hours, Enlighten Me, and States Up.  For questions or inquiries about the TXST Podcast Network, email podcasts@txstate.edu.

    26 min

  7. SEP 24

    Bats to Cats ACC to TXST Transfer Partnership with Dr. Russell Lowery-Hart

    In the 18th episode of The Current, President Damphousse talks to Dr. Russell Lowery-Hart, chancellor for Austin Community College District. They discuss his journey into a career in higher education, his love for working with community college students and advocating for them, and the Bats to Cats guaranteed transfer program between TXST and ACC.  Listen to new episodes of The Current every month on the TXST Podcast Network. Other podcasts on the network include Try @ TXST, Office Hours, Enlighten Me, and States Up.  For questions or inquiries about the TXST Podcast Network, email podcasts@txstate.edu.

    28 min

  8. AUG 29 · BONUS

    Taking TXST Football to New Heights with Head Coach GJ Kinne

    In this bonus episode of The Current, President Damphousse talks with GJ Kinne, head coach of the TXST Bobcats football team. They discuss his playing career from high school through the NFL, how his journey led him to wanting to be a head coach, hitting the ground running once he got to San Marcos, and his favorite moments from the recent success of the football team.  Listen to new episodes of The Current every month on the TXST Podcast Network. Other podcasts on the network include Try @ TXST, Office Hours, Enlighten Me, and States Up.  For questions or inquiries about the TXST Podcast Network, email podcasts@txstate.edu.

    41 min
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Each month, Texas State University President Dr. Kelly Damphousse sits down with faculty members, staff, students, alumni, and community members for a conversation about all things TXST — the past, the present, and the bright future of the university. Part of the TXST Podcast Network: https://www.txst.edu/podcast-network.html

Information

  • Creator
    Texas State University
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    26
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Texas State University
  • Show Website
    The Current