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Texas Tech Faculty Member Selected to Scripps Howard Leadership Academy - Texas Tech University
Glenn Cummins, who commutes straight down Indiana Avenue to his Texas Tech office, just earned a spot in the exclusive Scripps Howard Leadership Academy.
His inclusion in this prestigious academy spotlights the quality of instruction at Texas Tech. This brings significant national attention to the universitys media programs. Students in the College of Media & Communication will directly benefit from the fresh perspectives and advanced leadership strategies Cummins brings back to their classrooms. This opportunity enhances the learning experience for current Red Raiders. It also strengthens Tech's standing as a premier institution for media education, potentially drawing even more bright minds to the 806.
Before teaching the next generation of broadcasters, Cummins once thought his future involved crunching numbers as an accountant.
Common questions
Who is Glenn Cummins?
- Glenn Cummins is a faculty member at Texas Tech University's College of Media & Communication in Lubbock. He dedicates his time to shaping the next generation of journalists and communicators at the university. He also started his professional life in radio.
What is the Scripps Howard Leadership Academy?
- The Scripps Howard Leadership Academy is a highly competitive national program that annually selects a small group of media educators. It offers intensive professional development focused on evolving industry challenges and innovative teaching methods for its participants.
Why is this important for Texas Tech?
- This selection is important because it spotlights the quality of instruction at Texas Tech University, bringing significant national recognition to the institution. It highlights that future communicators in Lubbock are being taught by top-tier educators in the field.
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