In this episode of The Poultry Nutrition Blackbelt Podcast, Dr. Ally Milby-Blackledge from Texas A&M University shares her journey transitioning from student to faculty in the Poultry Science Department. She discusses the challenges of teaching nearly 400 students a year, adapting to new learning styles, and balancing professionalism with relatability. Learn how she fosters collaboration, prepares students for the workforce, and navigates generational differences in academia. Listen now on all major platforms!

"Transitioning from being a student to becoming a professor requires redefining professional identity while maintaining relatability with students."

Meet the guest: Dr. Ally Milby-Blackledge earned her B.S. and Ph.D. in Poultry Science from Texas A&M University and now serves as an Instructional Assistant Professor in the Poultry Science Department. Her role focuses on teaching core courses, guiding students in professional development, and fostering effective learning strategies for the next generation of poultry professionals.

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What you'll learn:

• (00:00 ) Highlight
• (01:27 ) Introduction
• (03:00 ) Faculty transition
• (04:11 ) Student engagement
• (05:08 ) Learning styles
• (06:32 ) Teaching strategies
• (07:47 ) Professionalism lessons
• (09:30 ) Closing thoughts

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