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Gennaro Speaks with Belmont Students

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Gennaro Speaks with Belmont Students

Sandy Gennaro, touring drummer for Joan Jett and the Blackhearts and studio drummer for Blackjack, visited Belmont’s Columbia Studio A on Tuesday, Jan. 26. Gerraro spent time answering questions from students and highlighted the importance of creating positive flow in everyday life.

To create a life of positivity, Gennaro said it starts in the mind. An individual must take control of their lives before the “river of positivity” could flow. He described it as a “metaphorical river that is created by our actions within life.”  The river can be improved by serving others, but it can also be emptied through selfish acts, addiction or greed.

Gennaro suggested students take control of their lives by using their cognitive abilities. The first step is to find their “why” and once it is found, create a plan to put positivity into action. Once a solid plan is in place, then BEATS comes into play.

The acronym stands for belief, enthusiasm, attitude, tenacity and service. When all of these factors blend together, Gennaro stated that BEATS becomes the critical ingredient that helps individuals add to and create personal positivity streams.

 

Everett, Jameson Published in Foreign Affairs

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Belmont alumni Greg Everett, 2005, and N. Jordan Jameson, 2004, wrote an article entitled “Power Play” that was recently accepted for publication by the Council on Foreign Relations’s Publication, Foreign Affairs.

The article discusses the construction of Iranian power plants in southern Iraq. For more information, click here.

 

Belmont’s Bell Named Technology Student of the Year

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Belmont’s Bell Named Technology Student of the Year

Steven Bell, a senior information systems management major, was named Nashville Technology Council’s Technology Student of the Year at an awards ceremony held on Thursday, Jan. 28 at the Country Music Hall of Fame. The ceremony is held each year and recognizes companies, teams and individuals in middle Tennessee that are moving the technology industry forward.

Steven BellBell, a student veteran and member of Belmont’s Omicron Delta Kappa Leadership Honor Society, said receiving the award only validates his love for the technology industry and strengthens his commitment to remaining in the field. “This win is affirmation for me,” Bell said. “It’s affirmation that I am doing what I was meant to do and that my hard work is coming to fruition. I am humbled and honored that others recognize my passion for my work and that I have had the opportunity to showcase my skills to Nashville’s top talent.”

Moving forward, Bell has set his sights on furthering Nashville’s technology community by becoming an educator and contributing to the knowledge of those to come. “I want to help influence younger generations to start learning early. I have a strong passion for teaching others, and I know that if I can impact future technology leaders by becoming a professor (preferably at Belmont!), I’ll never work a day in my life.”

Bell said he is grateful for his time at Belmont, especially the impact his professors have had on his success. “I have been blessed with professors who develop real relationships with their students,” Bell said. “They have given me unwavering support and have helped mold my enthusiasm and motivation into deliverables. I could not have asked for a better platform to launch my career than at Belmont’s Information Systems Management department. I am so grateful.”

To learn more about NTC awards, click here.

Tennessee Health Care Hall of Fame Announces Call for Nominations

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Tennessee Health Care Hall of Fame Announces Call for Nominations

The Tennessee Health Care Hall of Fame, an initiative to honor Tennessee’s finest health care leaders, is accepting nominations for its 2016 class via the organization’s website, www.tnhealthcarehall.com. Submissions will be accepted until March 18.

With a mission to honor men and women who have made significant and lasting contributions to the health care industry, the Hall of Fame seeks to recognize the pioneers who have formed Tennessee’s health care community and encourage future generations of innovators and leaders.

Co-founded by Belmont University, the McWhorter Society and the Nashville Health Care Council, the Hall of Fame inducted its eight inaugural members at a luncheon last year. Inaugural inductees include:

  • Dr. Thomas F. Frist, Jr.: Physician and Flight Surgeon in U.S. Air Force, Co-Founder, Past Chairman and CEO of Hospital Corporation of America, Co-Founder of China Healthcare, Corporation, Member of National Healthcare Hall of Fame
  • Dr. Thomas F. Frist, Sr.: Cardiologist and Internist, Founder of Park View Hospital, Co-Founder of Hospital Corporation of America
  • Dr. Ernest William Goodpasture: Pathologist and Physician, Past Dean of Vanderbilt School of Medicine, Past Director of Armed Forces Institute of Pathology
  • Jack C. Massey: Co-Founder of Hospital Corporation of America, Founder and Past Board Member of Baptist Hospital
  • R. Clayton McWhorter: Pharmacist and Co-Founder of HealthTrust and Clayton Associates, Past President and CEO of Hospital Corporation of America, Lifetime Achievement Award from Federation of American Health Systems Recipient
  • Dr. David Satcher: 16th U.S. Surgeon General, Past Director of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Past President of Meharry Medical College and Morehouse School of Medicine
  • Dr. Mildred T. Stahlman: Pediatrician and Pathologist, Founder of the country’s first modern neonatology intensive care unit, Pioneered the use of respiratory therapy on infants with damaged lungs, Past President of the American Pediatric Society, Distinguished Alumna of Vanderbilt University School of Medicine
  • Danny Thomas: Founder of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital and ALSAC

Submitted nominees will be evaluated by the Hall of Fame’s Selection Committee, comprised of healthcare leaders across the state.

Potential inductees must have:

  • Been born, lived or have worked in Tennessee
  • Made a significant impact and lasting contribution to health care at the local, state, national or international level
  • Exhibit the highest ethical and professional character
  • Serve as an outstanding role model in their community.

Williams Garners National Attention for Antibiotic Stewardship Program

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Williams Garners National Attention for Antibiotic Stewardship Program

Montgomery Williams

Dr. Montgomery Williams, Assistant Professor of Pharmacy Practice, is providing leadership to an effort at Williamson Medical Center (WMC) in Franklin, Tennessee to curb unnecessary antibiotic use, an initiative recently recognized in a report published by The Pew Charitable Trusts.  Dr. Williams was quoted earlier this week by The Tennessean in a story about the success of the antibiotic program.

Dr. Williams serves at Williamson Medical Center (WMC) as part of her teaching responsibilities at Belmont University College of Pharmacy, educating PharmD students in their advanced practice experiences at the medical center during their final year of study.   As an internal medicine and antibiotic stewardship pharmacist at WMC, she provides extensive training in general medicine to students as they complete month-long rotations at the medical center. Like all pharmacy practice faculty in the College of Pharmacy, Williams divides her time between the classroom and her community site where she mentors student pharmacists. Those students participate in the antibiotic program during their rotation with Williams.

At WMC, where Williams has practiced for the past six years, she is the co-chair of the Antimicrobial Stewardship Program along with Dr. Shaefer Spires, an antibiotic stewardship physician and hospital epidemiologist. In this role, Williams coordinates ongoing efforts to evaluate how the hospital prescribes antibiotics and work with physicians in developing appropriate treatment plans for patients. “Presenting recommendations to physicians can be challenging — you really have to work together as a team,” Williams said in the Tennessean. “We always want what’s best for the patient.”

Also quoted in the Tennessean was Dr. David Hyun, senior officer of Pew Charitable Trusts’ antibiotic resistance project, which published the report. “Williamson Medical Center is a great example of how a program can be tailored to the needs of a community hospital,” said Hyun, who developed and co-chaired a stewardship program at Children’s National Medical Center in Washington, D.C. “Efforts to use antibiotics appropriately are not only about reducing resistance but ensuring patients get the right care.”

The full report can be found here.

 

Doeve Published in Undergraduate Journal of Service Learning

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Anneke Doeve’s “Writing in the Community” oral history project was recently published in the Undergraduate Journal of Service Learning and Community-Based Research. 

 

AC Entertainment’s James Shinault Speaks to Students

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AC Entertainment’s James Shinault Speaks to Students

Director of Event Engagements for AC Entertainment James Shinault spent time with Belmont students on Wednesday, Jan. 20. Shinault shared how his high school dream of being a rock star led to producing some of the biggest shows and festivals.

As part of Belmont’s “A Day in the Life” Program, Shinault advised students on to go from being a college student, to an intern, to a successful player in the music industry.

He began talking about how his music business degree landed him an internship with South by Southwest (SXSW) where he worked until 2012 when AC Entertainment recruited him to revamp the volunteer program at Bonnaroo.

Shinault now assists with presenting more than 850 shows a year in addition to various festivals such as Bonnaroo, Forecastle, WayHome, Big Ears and more.

When asked about his favorite part of his job he said, “Creating unforgettable and unique moments that people will always remember.” Shinault discussed AC Entertainment’s emphasis on fan engagement and how the company strives to create the most enjoyable and interactive experience for the fans.

Shinault ended his discussion by sharing information about AC Entertainment’s externships, which are exclusively offered to students at schools where Shinault has spoken. There is also a volunteer program at Bonnaroo, as well as internship opportunities at the company’s Knoxville and Nashville offices.

Shinault’s advice to students who are looking to pursue a career in the music industry is to “immerse yourself into the area of the industry that you are passionate about and get to know as much as you can about that given area.”

Curb College Hosts Seminar on Music Distribution and Brand Promotion

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Curb College Hosts Seminar on Music Distribution and Brand Promotion

Curb College hosted a panel of industry professionals on Monday, Jan. 25 to discuss music distribution and brand promotion. The panel of three Belmont alumni included Label Marketing Representative for Universal Music Group (UMG) Christiana Sudano, EMI Promotions Coordinator for Universal Music Group Jamie Graves and Executive Director of A&R for GoodMusicAllDay.com Kayvan Daragheh.

The seminar featured each panel member’s story of their journey from Belmont to the music industry, complete with advice and recommendations for present students.

 

Sudano explained that the entertainment industry is all about climbing a ladder. “Everyone has to start from the bottom, so you might as well enjoy your way up. I promise it will be rewarding.” Sudano has worked her way up at UMG starting as a college representative, moving to intern and now has held job positions in both Los Angeles and Nashville. Sudano emphasized the need for students to balance enjoying their time in college while also gaining industry experience and expanding their network.

Graves shared how rewarding his job is, telling the crowd that he and The Brothers Osborne were currently celebrating their first No. 1 hit and now he has the opportunity to work with some of country music’s biggest stars including Eric Church and Alan Jackson. Graves said, “Talk to as many people as you can. Intern…Just don’t be afraid to introduce yourself because you never know what can happen.”

Daragheh told students about his transition from wanting to be a musician to wanting to work for musicians. Daragheh, who was a rapper during his sophomore year at Belmont, is now the executive director of A&R at a highly successful music blog. After taking a poll on what disciplines students were studying he said, “Keep an open mind and learn from every experience. There is a lot you can learn both inside and outside of school.”

West Named to Habitat for Humanity’s Board of Directors

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West Named to Habitat for Humanity’s Board of Directors

Susan WestVice President and Chief of Staff Dr. Susan West was recently appointed to Habitat for Humanity of Greater Nashville’s Board of Directors.

West is joined by a number of other Nashville leaders including Jumpstart Foundry’s Marcus Whitney, Pinnacle Financial Partners’ Nancy Zoretic and Jarron Springer, Greater Nashville Association of Realtors.

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Nashville seeks to put God’s love into action by bringing people together to build homes, communities and hope.

 

 

 

Metro Schools’ Dr. Alan Coverstone Joins Belmont’s Center for Improvement of Educational Systems

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Metro Schools’ Dr. Alan Coverstone Joins Belmont’s Center for Improvement of Educational Systems

New hire advances Center’s mission to further innovative strategies in education

Belmont University announced today that Dr. Alan Coverstone, the current executive director of innovation with Metro Nashville Public Schools, has been appointed as a tenure-track assistant professor in Belmont’s School of Education with additional duties as Director of Special Initiatives in Education. Coverstone joins Dr. Jesse Register, former superintendent of Metro Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) and current Distinguished Professor of Educational Leadership at Belmont, in managing Belmont’s new Center for Improvement of Educational Systems, a think-tank, a training institute site and an incubator to discover ways to restructure schools at the district level using collaborative, community-based approaches. Coverstone will begin his new position at Belmont on Feb. 1.

Belmont President Dr. Bob Fisher said, “Alan is a perfect fit for Belmont in that he’s well known for being a student-centered innovator who is relentless in his pursuit of improving education and striving for excellence in creating top-quality schools. I am elated to have him join Dr. Register in our new Center, as we partner with the community to discover how to best improve educational systems regionally and beyond.”

Coverstone said, “Great teaching is the key to building strong schools. I am excited about this opportunity to be a part of Belmont’s commitment to prepare teachers to meet the needs of students here in Nashville.”

Coverstone has served in a variety of positions for the District, first as a School Board Member, then as executive director of charter schools and as the executive director of innovation, where he oversaw a portfolio of turnaround schools.

Register said, “I am delighted that Alan Coverstone is joining the faculty at Belmont. His experience heading up the Innovation Zone for MNPS and his work in turn around strategies for low performing urban schools is very valuable. I have great respect for his knowledge, skills and personal integrity. He will be a great addition to our faculty.”

Belmont Provost Dr. Thomas Burns added, “Nearly three years ago, Belmont made a strategic decision to find new ways to work with our K-12 educational partners. Our first step was hiring Dr. Mark Hogan in 2014 to serve as the chair of the Department of Education. Since that time, we’ve been very intentional at focusing on developing our institutional resources to create innovative educational programs that will serve Nashville well. Adding Dr. Register and Dr. Coverstone brings enormous experience in K-12 education, innovative thinking about teacher preparation programs and new opportunities that help us realize significant steps in achieving our goals.”

As an MNPS board member, Coverstone led a study group that evaluated school policies and practices and established what has become the heart of the District’s portfolio approach today. He has built relationships with and successfully advocated for stronger policy oversight of the District’s charter schools. In 2010, Coverstone played a key role in earning Nashville a spot as one of nine cities nationwide to participate in the Gates Foundation District-Charter Collaboration Compact. That same year, Coverstone was selected to administer the $12 million Magnet School Assistance Grant awarded to MNPS. Under his direction, six district schools have been converted into thematic magnet schools: two museum magnets, three STEM magnets, and Nashville’s first entertainment industry magnet school.

Chair of Belmont’s education department Dr. Mark Hogan said, “Dr. Coverstone’s addition to the teacher education program at Belmont will allow us to provide our students with first hand experiences in public, private and charter school environments. As both a teaching faculty member and Director of Innovative Programs in Education, Dr. Coverstone will also add to the rich experiences our existing faculty.”

Prior to joining MNPS, Coverstone spent 14 years at Montgomery Bell Academy as a teacher, debate coach and academic dean. He received a B.A. in speech communication and rhetoric from Wake Forest University, an MAED in curriculum and instruction from the University of Phoenix and a doctorate in education leadership, policy and organizations from Vanderbilt University.

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