By Roni Bailey

​​On Thursday, October 2, Tennessee Wesleyan University hosted its annual Open House, welcoming prospective students to campus and offering tours and information sessions. To their surprise, our communication studies department and students organized a podcast segment that included a Jeopardy-style game called “Are You Smarter Than a Bulldog?” This event brought together current Bulldogs and prospective students for a fun, interactive experience.​ 

The event was held in Reece Hall, where the Communication Department is located. Prospective students were invited to test their general knowledge against current students in a lighthearted trivia game. Questions ranged from word and math problems to Disney lore and everything in between. The room was filled with laughter and cheers as participants competed to see who really knew more—the future Bulldogs or the current ones. 

The event embodied the welcoming and vibrant spirit of Tennessee Wesleyan University by combining humor, teamwork, and determination. The “Are You Smarter Than a Bulldog?” game show transformed the open house into an unforgettable experience for both visitors and current students. It allowed everyone to engage in a fun atmosphere, fostering connections and excitement about the university. 

​​Tank Montgomery, the campus event coordinator, shared his hopes and expectations for the upcoming event. He said that he wants prospective students to experience what it’s like to be at Tennessee Wesleyan and to be part of the Communication Department. He emphasized the importance of collaboration between the admissions and academic departments, noting that everyone shares the common goal of attracting students and that the community operates like a family. 

​JJ Hulet, a communications professor, explained how the event helps prospective students grasp what studying communications entails at the institution. He stated that studying communications at Tennessee Wesleyan is a combination of theory and practice. He highlighted that for those interested in learning how to use the tools that create the media they consume and understanding the “why” behind that media, Tennessee Wesleyan is the right choice. The event served as a creative platform to showcase all that the communication department has to offer. Through hands-on learning, current and prospective students took on roles involving recording, sound, and hosting duties, allowing them to adapt to challenges much like they would in a real broadcast environment.​