issues in education

In this episode of Issues in Education, we look at the efforts to increase the teaching of Critical Thinking in College Classrooms. FSU Provost Garnett Stokes & WFSU-TV’s Suzanne Smith talk with Faculty members Helen Burke & Matthew Shaftel, and Student Jean Tabares. All three are on the Quality Enhancement Plan committee for the upcoming […]

“What’s your Major?” In this episode of Issues in Education we look at what you can do when you don’t know what to major in. FSU President Eric Barron and WFSU-TV’s Suzanne Smith talk with Dr. Kathleen Smith, Associate Director FSU’s Advising First program and FSU student Jamal Grimes. They discuss the efforts to help […]

From the Battlefield to the Classroom. In this episode of Issues in Education we look at efforts to welcome Veterans to college campuses. FSU President Eric Barron and WFSU-TV’s Suzanne Smith talk with Col. Billy Francis, Director of FSU’s Veterans Center and Ryan Taylor, President of the FSU Collegiate Veterans Association. They discuss veterans’ needs, […]

In this episode of Issues in Education, we take a look at what happened during the 2013 Legislative Session for Higher Education in the state. FSU President Eric Barron and WFSU-TV’s Suzanne Smith talk with FSU’s Assistant Vice president for Governmental Relations, Kathleen Daly about the University’s goals for the lawmakers and how those hopes […]

Florida State University’s quest to be in the Top 25 of Public Universities. In this episode, FSU President Eric Barron and WFSU-TV’s Suzanne Smith talk about why the University has made the Top 25 Initiative a priority and how they plan to accomplish it. They also talk with FSU National Alumni Association Board member Carl […]

A collegiate Athletic conference can affect more than just a University’s athletic department. In this episode of Issues in Education, FSU President Eric Barron and WFSU-TV’s Suzanne Smith talk with Atlantic Coast Conference Commissioner John Swofford about Conference realignment, the connections between athletics & academics, and the future of the ACC. Dr. Barron also talks […]

This month on Issues in Education, we look at the trend at universities around the country regarding residence halls. Many are choosing to designate special living areas for students with shared interests and provide them with special academic opportunities. It’s called a Living-Learning Community. FSU President Eric Barron and WFSU-TV’s Suzanne Smith talk with the […]

Many college students learn about the Legislative process first hand through internships and fellowships. In this episode of Issues in Education, we look at the Florida Gubernatorial Fellows program. It places students in part-time positions within state agencies. FSU President Eric Barron and WFSU-TV’s Suzanne Smith talk with 3 of the students who are part […]

A new year means a new state legislative session is around the corner and new decisions about higher education will be made. In this episode of Issues in Education, FSU President Eric Barron and WFSU-TV’s Suzanne Smith look at the challenges facing higher education in Florida. Their guest is Dr. William Proctor, former legislator in […]

A real world opportunity becomes a learning experience for some Florida State Film Students in this episode of Issues in Education. FSU President Eric Barron and WFSU-TV’s Suzanne smith talk with FSU Film Students Zach Johnson and John Wikstrom. Also joining them is Dr. Jeanette DeDiemar, Assistant Vice President of University Relations and Director of […]

In this episode of Issues in Education we explore the value of international study and the role it plays in the college experience. FSU President Eric Barron and WFSU-TV’s Suzanne Smith talk with the Director of Student Services for FSU’s International Programs as well as two students who have taken part in the programs. They […]

The first episode of the 10th season of Issue in Education is dedicated to Arts, Entertainment and the impact on higher education. The topic is the Seven Days of Opening Nights Festival planned for 2013. FSU President Eric Barron and WFSU- TV’s Suzanne Smith talk with the new Executive Director of the festival, Christopher Heacox. […]