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In honor of Black History month, we recognize one of the many amazing education initiatives at Grambling State University, an institution that emerged from the desire of African-American farmers in northern Louisiana wanting to educate Black children in their region. Grambling State University is one of 9 universities to partner with Clemson University to host a chapter of Call Me MiSTER (Mentors Instructing Students Toward Effective Role Models).

Alternative education has been an option for students since the 1830s. Although the definition is very broad and often includes options such as montessori, magnet, and charter schools, many believe that alternative education is designed for students who haven’t been successful in regular schools, often due to behavioral issues or learning disabilities. Here to offer an accurate description of alternative education are three educational leaders who have spent many years serving in this vineyard. Airs October 26, 2022 at 6 pm.

Dr. Tracey Burrell hosts another episode of Teach, Reach, Inspire, focusing on educators and education in our region. Veteran teachers, those who have 20+ years of experience, are turning in their classroom keys and officially checking out of school. But not these guests. They are what I consider Legendary Teachers. They are the rock stars that cause kids to hyperventilate when they see them in the supermarket. They are the teachers who have educated generations of families for over 30 years. Hosted by Dr. Tracey Burrell. Airs 6 pm.

Sunday, July 10, 2022, at 1 p.m. The homeless around us can go unnoticed, but at the age of 22, Cassie Hammett had a heart for the homeless and began to lend a hand to help. This subsequently brought her into contact with victims of human trafficking, specifically women who were sex trafficked. In 2007, Cassie founded the Hub Ministries, initially to assist the homeless through their Lovewell program. The Hub grew to include their Purchased ministry, helping women and children who have been victims of trafficking. Both programs offer a path to restoration. On this episode of Illuminations, Ranae Moran talks with Cassie to learn more about trafficking and the Hub Ministries.

Airs Sunday, February 26 at 1 p.m. This week on About Faith, end-of-winter holidays celebrated by the different faiths in our community are profiled. Some are familiar, and some may not be. Background and observances the Hindu holiday, Holi, is presented by Ashish Modi and the Jewish holiday of Purim is explained by Rabbi Dr. Jana De Benedetti. Lent, a Christian holiday, is described by Father Mark Watson. Lastly, our new participant, Sardar Karan Singh, explains Hola Mohalla, a Sikh holiday.

A discussion about what you do in your faith about secularized religious holidays such as Valentine's Day and the Mardi Gras "season."

Who is our "brother/sister" in our faith tradition? Join host, Marci Howard and panelists Rabbi Jana De Benedetti, Susan Caldwell, Father Mark Watson, Ashish Modi, Father Jason Foster, and Pastor Sione Tu'uta for a discussion of faith and relationships from a variety of faith traditions.

This week's discussion will be about how the New Year and other aspects of the faith call one to begin anew, to live a new better way, and leave the 2023 a better year. Joining host, Marci Howard, for the panel will be Father Mark Watson, Ashish Modi, Apostle Nickson Banda and Rabbi Jana De Benedetti.

On this program, originally airing Sunday, December 18, 2022, our panel discusses two holidays occurring during the next week: Hanukkah and Christmas.

Some benefits and topics talked about regarding blessings are inheritance, removing obstacles, knowledge and wisdom of elders, energy from natural forces, everything that touches our lives, God's presence, unity, divine liturgy, blessings to be given away, and relationships. Joining host, Marci Howard for the discussion will be Rabbi Jana De Benedetti, Father Jason Foster, Father Mark Watson, and Ashish Modi.