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Charger 360

Charger 360 - Season 4, Episode 23: Jan Jones Returns

Jan Jones, associate professor of practice in hospitality and tourism management, and the highest rated guest in Charger 360 history, returns to the show to for the finale of season 4 to turn the tables and interview hosts Bruce Barber and J.W. Stewart.  J.W. explained the inexplicable: never having a cup of coffee and experienced his first cup of joe on the show. Both Bruce and J.W. shared their most embarrassing (learning) moments, which for Bruce occurred early in his radio career and J.W. during his first year at ESPN. J.W. reflected on the advice several ESPN luminaries offered that has stayed with him throughout his career. They also discussed their shared love of lobster and offered their own messages of positivity.

Charger 360

Charger 360 - Season 4, Episode 22: Gabby Teel ’26

Gabby Teel ’26, an exercise science major and member of the Chargers track and field team, reflects on her decision to come to the University. “I came up here and fell in love.” She shared how she balances her academic and athletic commitments as well as earning an NEC title in the triple jump this year after qualifying for the NCAA Division II National Championships last year. She also shared how, as an introvert, she put an emphasis from the start of her time on campus to talking to everyone, building connections and getting involved on campus. “The people here are so welcoming.”