Dr. Gracie Andrews King is no stranger to learning things the hard way. She now makes a point to help her students find an easier way to their academic dreams.
King is an associate professor of biology at Nashville State Community College. She primarily teaches Anatomy and Physiology 1 and 2, the challenging gateway classes students must take to go on to medical careers like physical therapy, nursing or being a doctor. King grew up in the rural South and — like some of her current students — was the first in her family to go to college. It was not an easy road, but she made her way all the way to getting her doctoral degree and discovering her true passion for teaching. We’re talking with her today about her personal journey, how she both failed and persevered as a student, and what it’s like today teaching at a community college after the pandemic pause.
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Today’s episode was produced by Katherine Ceicys.
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