East Tennessee State University Has Named Dr. Christy Isbell The New Director Of The Center Of Excellence In Early Childhood Learning And Development, Beginning June 1, 2025. A Pediatric Occupational Therapist With 25 Years Of Experience, Isbell Specializes In Early Intervention And Child Development. Before Joining ETSU In 2022, She Served As A Program Director At Milligan University. In Her New Role, She Will Lead The Center To Improve Early Childhood Education Through Research And Community Engagement.