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Robert E. Buggs, M.B.A.

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rbuggs@tnstate.edu
https://tnstate.campus.eab.com/pal/zyr34S1u6-

Favorite Quote: “If you’re blessed, be a blessing.” – Unknown

Job Title: First-Generation Specialist

Coaching Mindset: I believe that coaching is the process of encouraging and supporting others to unlock their potential and eliminating self-imposed barriers in order to become the best versions of themselves.

Higher Education Background:

B.S. – Economics & Finance: Tennessee State University
M.B.A. – Finance: Tennessee State University

Interests and Hobbies:

Traveling
Mentoring
Nature / being outdoors
Learning about people and their stories
Music
Spending time with friends and family

Top Life Defining Moments in Higher Education:

Being a first-generation graduate
Learning from and being inspired by some amazing students
Earning a Graduate Assistantship based on my reputation in the College of Business
Learning through my first advising position the positive impact advising (and later coaching) could have on a student’s collegiate experience

When in College, I Experienced:

Overcoming daily challenges through resiliency
Being a first-generation college student
Being a part of the Aristocrat of Bands
Being a commuter student
Being in the Honors College