Blackburn Institute

New Faculty Reception

January 13, 2011

Numerous individuals play important roles in making the Blackburn Institute the outstanding body that it is.  One group of individuals that often go unnoticed is the faculty at the University.  On January 13, the Institute hosted a reception for new faculty to gather with the students and learn about the Blackburn Institute.

During the gathering, student leaders Marshall Houston, Anna Foley, and David Simpson conducted a brief presentation about the Blackburn Institute. Marshall and Anna began by sharing Dr. Blackburn’s mission and his impact on the University and state.  .After the brief overview, David went over the ways that faculty can help the Institute to achieve its mission. From nominating students to hosting discourse dinners, faculty members play a key role in a Blackburn student’s experience. 

With the wealth of knowledge and diversity of backgrounds that make up the faculty at the University, it is critical that the Blackburn Institute maintains a strong relationship with them.  While the primary purpose of the event was to help new faculty become familiar with the Institute, it also enabled Blackburn Students to network with the new faculty.  This event went a long way towards solidifying a relationship vital to the Blackburn Institute’s success.

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