Dr. Pete Giordano, professor of psychology, has published a journal article and a book chapter. The article, ” Science, Culture, and the Study of Personality,” was an invited paper in the international journal Psychology in Russia. The book chapter is a revised chapter in the second edition of the book Cross-Cultural Psychology: Contemporary Themes and Perspectives (Wiley Blackwell, 2019). The chapter title is “Culture and Theories of Personality: Western, Confucian, and Buddhist Perspectives.”
Graham Noted in Forbes for Work as Grand Hotel Musical Director
Dr. Alex Graham, associate professor in the School of Music, was recently mentioned in Forbes magazine for his work as the musical director of the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island in the summers. Graham often brings a few Belmont School of Music students with him to help with summer performances.
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Alumni Film “The Long Goodbye” on Variety’s List of Best Netflix Documentaries
Alumni husband and wife team Jay and Sofia Lyons produced a documentary following the life of Kara Tippetts called “The Long Goodbye,” which launched on Netflix in June. The documentary was recently included in Variety’s List of “Best Documentaries on Netflix Right Now.”
Read more about the documentary and Jay and Sofia Lyons here.
Three Graduates Inducted into National Physical Therapy Student Honor Society
Three Belmont physical therapy graduates, Jack Davis, Jessie Mills and Shelby Smith, were inducted into the 2019 inagural class of the National Physical Therapy Student Honor Society.
The National Physical Therapy Student Honor Society was established in 2018 by the American Council of Academic Physical Therapy (ACAPT) to recognize and honor exceptional individuals who have demonstrated exceptional academic accomplishments and advocated for the profession of physical therapy.
Specifically, the mission of the Society is to recognize and honor physical therapy students who exemplify outstanding traits in leadership, research and service to society, as characterized by consistent demonstration of strong moral character and ethics. As a member of the Society, individuals are expected to uphold and implement the core values of the physical therapy profession.
Price Honored by Blackboard with Hall of Fame Award
Director of Instructional Technology Dr. Geoff Price recently received the Hall of Fame Award from Blackboard at the organization’s annual worldwide conference, held this summer in Austin, Texas.
The Hall of Fame Award recognizes Blackboard’s exceptional client partners who are committed to advancing education through their leadership, innovation and passion. Price was honored as a client who demonstrates achievements in providing thought leadership or innovation in education and who excels at empowering the Blackboard Community .
Award, Scholarship Distributed from School of Physical Therapy
Dr. Jessie Mills was awarded the David G. Greathouse Scholarship at the hooding ceremony for the School of Physical Therapy.
The David G. Greathouse Scholarship was established by STAR Physical Therapy to honor the founding chair of Belmont School of Physical Therapy. The award is given to the student who best demonstrates leadership, scholarship and exemplary clinical performance. Dr. Dave Landers and Lisa Schwartz from STAR presented the award.
Dr. Clint Lester is the 2019 recipient of the Orthopedic Clinical Excellence Award provided by Results Physiotherapy.
This award recognizes a graduating physical therapy student who demonstrates excellence in manual therapy, professionalism, active participating in the profession, innovation and a humble spirit. Dr. Craig O’Neil from Results Physiotherapy presented the award.
Campbell Recognized as Outstanding Alumna
Dr. Ashley Campbell, class of 2011, was recognized as the College of Health Sciences’ Outstanding Alumna at the School of Physical Therapy hooding ceremony prior to August commencement.
Dr. Campbell is the director of rehabilitation at the Nashville Hip Institute. She is an American Board of Physical Therapy Specialties board-certified sport clinical specialist and a certified strength and conditioning specialist, in addition to other sports-related certifications.
Dr. Campbell is the associate editor and manuscript coordinator for the International Journal of Sport Physical Therapy. She is an instructor for the North American Sports Medicine Institute, as well as an adjunct instructor in the Belmont School of Physical Therapy.
Campbell has presented her research nationally and internationally. At the 2018 International Hip Arthroscopy Meeting, both her poster and her platform presentation were awarded the “Best Research Presentation.”
Curb Event Center Hosts Garth Brooks, Ashley McBryde for Podcast Taping
More than 3,200 people enjoyed a lively conversation about songwriting and perseverance Wednesday night as country music stars Garth Brooks and Ashley McBryde participated in an in-depth conversation for an upcoming podcast series. The Tennessean’s Cindy Watts moderated the podcast recording, interviewing Brooks and McBryde about their path to becoming songwriters, their process now and the musical heroes –and songs–that have inspired them along the way.
The forthcoming podcast series, “Country Mile,” is being produced by The Tennessean (part of the USA TODAY NETWORK) and Belmont University in support of the September release of the new Ken Burns’s documentary on “Country Music.”
Garth Brooks is the top-selling solo artist in U.S. history thanks to the songs he sings – many of which he wrote. Ashley McBryde, the Academy of Country Music’s reigning New Female Vocalist, is one of the hottest voices in country music and one of the genre’s most compelling storytellers.
The multi-part “Country Mile” podcast series, recorded at some of Nashville’s most iconic venues, will also feature Marty Stuart, Chris Scruggs, Ricky Skaggs, High Valley, Vince Gill, Chris Young, Dierks Bentley, Tenille Townes and more participating in conversations about the genre. “Country Mile,” which is scheduled to be released next month, will be available on iTunes, Spotify and online throughout the USA TODAY Network.
University Business Magazine Quotes Dr. Joel Overall
Dr. Joel Overall, assistant professor of English and director of the department’s internship program, was recently quoted in a University Business Magazine article about remote internships.
The article, titled “Remote internships: Planning for and supporting students”, focuses primarily on six steps for making digital internships work. Dr. Overall offered his expertise as an internship coordinator in establishing communication requirements and identifying the characteristics of a successful digital intern.
In the article, Overall is quoted saying, “A college’s internship director should Skype or call the company supervisor ‘to establish expectations for communication with the student, which should be often and substantial.’ The supervisor needs to understand that the student’s compensation is the educational opportunity that the organization provides.”
Guthrie Contributes to Recently Published Book
Dr. Steve Guthrie, theology professor, contributed the concluding essay of a recently published book exploring the work of the eminent Eastern Orthodox theologian, Father Alexander Schmemann.
“We Give Our Thanks Unto Thee: Essays in Memory of Fr. Alexander Schmemann,” includes chapters from faculty at Vanderbilt Divinity School, Candler School of Theology at Emory University and the University of Notre Dame.
