Podcasts and Videos

Rampage broadcaster, Charles Howard, sits down to interview Executive IT Director, Robbie Smith. Smith talks of BU’s plan to increase internet speeds for campus and the implementation of that plan. Network hardware has been updated and Smith is hopeful to see increased internet speeds by mid to the end of May. Smith invites anyone who needs IT help to email support@bluefield.edu or stop by the IT department in Lansdell 100. Watch this video to learn more about planned improvement to internet speeds!

President Steve Peterson hopes to bring a lot of new improvements to Bluefield University, among them advancements in BU Athletics. Just where does he plan to start. Find out in this video news interview conducted by Rampage student broadcaster Charles Howard.

Kristen Parker is the Director of Athletic Communications at Bluefield University and employee of the month for April. Parker sat down with Rampage broadcaster Elle Gunter to discuss her work at BU. Parker spoke about BU athletic improvements, plans to strengthen the program, and BU Athletics’ focus on student success. Give this podcast a listen to learn what improvements are being made and what changes are on the horizon.

We all have professors we know and love at Bluefield University. Most of that affinity and knowledge comes from interaction and time spent in the classroom with faculty. But who are BU professors outside of the classroom? What do they do when off campus? What are their hobbies and interests beyond BU? Rampage broadcaster Karyss Milby sat down with two of Bluefield’s most beloved professors — Dr. Kim Farmer and Dr. Shawn White — and asked these very questions in the latest edition of The Rambler.

Victor E. Ram is a beloved mascot of Bluefield University, but who’s the person bringing the Ram to life? Rampage broadcaster Bruce Chaney interviews the student behind the mask. Tristen Gillenwater talks about her love of being Victor E. Ram and how she’s honored to connect with fans and enhance their experience at BU sporting events. Listen to learn more about Gillenwater’s experiences as the BU mascot.

The Student Activities Leadership Team (SALT) brings fun activities to campus to get students engaged. Rampage broadcaster Caleb Honaker sat down with SALT president Tristen Gillenwater and SALT member Savannah Taylor. Both Gillenwater and Taylor discuss their ideas for expanding SALT’s influence and increasing event attendance. Listen to this episode to learn about upcoming events to watch out for.

The Bluefield University Rams football team had an exciting 2024 season. Head coach Dewey Lusk reflects on this most recent season with Rampage broadcaster Charles Howard. Check out the interview below.

March Madness is a time when the whole nation is tuned into college basketball with fans making brackets and hoping they choose the winning team. This week, Rampage broadcaster Elle Gunter breaks down her thoughts on the Final Four match-ups. Gunter discusses her bracket picks and her prediction for the championship winner. Listen to the podcast to learn of Gunter’s predictions. A friendly reminder: tune in on April 5 for the Final Four showdown and watch the National Championship game on April 7.

Breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day, but many Bluefield University students say they don’t eat breakfast because of the breakfast hours in the BU cafeteria. We thought we’d find out more about students’ thoughts regarding cafeteria breakfast hours. Hear what they had to say in the latest video news from Rampage student broadcaster Caleb Honaker. If students want to share their thoughts, click here to complete Pioneer Dining Services survey.

What does the future of Bluefield University Athletics look like? Rampage broadcaster Bruce Chaney sat down with Athletics Director Corey Mullins, Associate Athletics Director Jacob Key, and Director of Athletic Communication Kristen Parker to ask that very question. Listen to the latest Rambler podcast to find out what new sports are being considered, what new broadcasting options are being offered for Rams sports, and what initiatives are taking place to increase event attendance.

Being away from home can be a stressful time for college students. One way to help is to make your dorm room feel more like home. In this episode of The Rambler, Rampage broadcaster Karyss Milby interviews Mia Garrett on her tips for decorating. This podcast explores how to get decor inspiration, benefits of decorating a dorm room, and how to decorate on a budget. Give this podcast a listen to learn how to make your dorm room feel like home.

Most students have a favorite class or professor. In this week’s Question of The Week, Rampage broadcaster Elle Gunter explored this topic by asking: “If you could be any BU professor, who would it be and why?”. Check out this video to see which professors students picked!

Being a college student can be stressful. What is stress and what are some healthy ways to manage it? Students can be stressed about classes, sports, relationships and their jobs. Rampage broadcaster Karyss Milby will give students different options on how to manage stress in the episode of The Rambler. Click the play button below to learn more!

The BU Missions Club is planning a trip to Ecuador this Spring. Rampage broadcaster Bruce Chaney chats with BU Missions Club Vice President, Sara Dunphy. Dunphy talks of her past trip to Ecuador and how life changing that experience. Listen to the podcast below to hear more about this story.