Earl D. Brooks II, Ph.D., President of Trine University, visits WLKI to discuss a historic milestone for the institution. As he prepares to transition into the role of Chancellor, Dr. Brooks joins Andy St. John to look back on a quarter-century of unprecedented growth--from a student body of 1,300 to a thriving community of nearly 15,000.
Dr. Brooks previews the upcoming commencement ceremonies featuring keynote speaker Mitch Daniels and celebrates Trine's remarkable 13-year streak of 99% job placement for graduates. He also shares personal reflections on his journey from a Tennessee family farm to the presidency in Angola, Indiana, and introduces his successor, Dr. Tony Kline. It's a heartfelt conversation about building a culture of success, the importance of real-world education, and the bright future of the Thunder.