NC Wesleyan University – Deep End Podcast
NC Wesleyan University - Deep End Podcast
Podcast Description
Hosted by Dr. Joe Lane, Provost at North Carolina Wesleyan University, "The Deep End" dives into the dynamic ways faculty integrate their research and scholarly work into the classroom. Each episode showcases the innovative work of NCWU teacher-scholars, offering insights for alumni, students, and fellow educators. Whether you're curious about cutting-edge academic projects or looking to connect with inspiring professors, this podcast brings the heart of Wesleyan’s academic excellence to your ears.
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Content Themes
The podcast covers themes such as interdisciplinary collaborations, innovative teaching methods, and faculty research endeavors. For example, episodes explore topics like the intersection of biology and public health through a collaborative project by Dr. Ami Thompson and Dr. Meredith Gringle, and the academic journey of Dr. Shane Thompson in ancient cultures. Each episode specifically aims to inspire students and fellow educators with current academic projects and insights.
Hosted by Dr. Joe Lane, Provost at North Carolina Wesleyan University, “The Deep End” dives into the dynamic ways faculty integrate their research and scholarly work into the classroom. Each episode showcases the innovative work of NCWU teacher-scholars, offering insights for alumni, students, and fellow educators. Whether you’re curious about cutting-edge academic projects or looking to connect with inspiring professors, this podcast brings the heart of Wesleyan’s academic excellence to your ears.
In the inaugural episode, Dr. Shane Thompson, Assistant Professor of Religion and Biblical and Near Eastern Studies, shares his academic journey and passion for ancient cultures, languages, and lived religion. With expertise spanning Mesopotamian texts to Late Bronze Age Syria, Dr. Thompson discusses how his diverse background—including fieldwork and multiple master’s degrees—shapes his classroom approach. He also highlights his recent honor as a Kershaw Lecturer with the Archaeological Institute of America and reflects on the value of teaching at a small liberal arts institution like NCWU.
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