MTSU on WGNS: Dyslexia research, new supply chain center, executive education offerings [LISTEN]

MURFREESBORO, Tenn. — Middle Tennessee State University representatives appeared on WGNS Radio recently to share information about research efforts at the Tennessee Center for the Study and Treatment of Dyslexia, a new supply chain center launching soon, and the university’s offerings in its Executive Education program.

They appeared on the live “Action Line” program with host Scott Walker broadcast on FM 100.5, 101.9 and AM 1450 from the WGNS studio in downtown Murfreesboro. If you missed it, you can listen to a podcast of the July 15 program.

Middle Tennessee State University representatives appeared on the July 15 WGNS Radio’s “Action Line” program from the station’s studio in downtown Murfreesboro, Tenn. Pictured, from left in order of appearance, are Dr. Jennifer Stewart with the Tennessee Center for the Study and Treatment of Dyslexia; Dr. Richard Tarpey, director of the new Center for Supply Chain Management and Sustainability; and Carly Escue, new director of Executive Education in the Jones College of Business. (MTSU photo illustration by Nancy DeGennaro)

Guests included:

• Dr. Jennifer Stewart, new assistant director for research initiatives at MTSU’s Tennessee Center for the Study and Treatment of Dyslexia, discussed her new role and the center’s mission to educate, to evaluate and to research issues surrounding dyslexia.

Originally from Dallas, Texas, Stewart brings her years as a teacher and leader of professional development to the center. Her background has allowed her to hit the ground running, already jumping into multiple of the center’s ongoing projects.

• Dr. Richard Tarpey, assistant professor in the college’s Supply Chain Management program and director of the new Center for Supply Chain Management and Sustainability, discussed the creation of the new center within in the Jones College of Business.

The center will launch Aug. 1 to enhance its growing supply chain management degree programs and deepen partnerships with business and industry through research and collaboration. Led by Tarpey with support from several supply chain management faculty, this center will serve as a nexus of knowledge, collaboration, and experiential learning, positioning the Jones College at the forefront of supply chain education, research, and industry engagement.

• Carly Escue, new director of Executive Education in the MTSU Jones College of Business, discussed her new role as director and what the Executive Education program offers.

Escue started her new role in June and will oversee the development and implementation of executive education programs, working closely with faculty, staff, and industry leaders to provide high-quality learning experiences for professionals and organizations. Her extensive experience in career services, employer relations, and executive education positions her to enhance professional development offerings for both business professionals and corporations, ensuring they have access to the skills and knowledge required to thrive in today’s competitive landscape.

Students, faculty and staff who are interested in guesting on WGNS to promote their MTSU-related activities should contact Jimmy Hart, senior director of MTSU News and Media Relations, at 615-898-5131 or via email at jimmy.hart@mtsu.edu.