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  1. From First-Generation College Student to Award-Winning Educator

    As a first-generation college student, Assistant Professor of English Wendy Eddy knows what it’s like to juggle a family while working towards a degree. She and her husband started taking classes in 1990 at what was then Tulsa Junior College (now ÁùºÏ²ÊÍøÖ·´óÈ«).

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    ÁùºÏ²ÊÍøÖ·´óÈ« Faculty Member Wendy Eddy

  2. Early Fascination with Technology Leads to Career in Cybersecurity

    Growing up as the child of a single mother who is deaf, Daniel Smith faced numerous challenges. However, these experiences instilled in him a determination to follow his dreams. "Life was a challenge...

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    ÁùºÏ²ÊÍøÖ·´óÈ« student Danial Smith

  3. Transforming Complex Psychological Concepts into Dynamic Learning

    Through experiential learning and real-world applications, Dr. Alicia MacKay makes complex psychological concepts more accessible and engaging for students. Her journey from the research field to higher education underscores her dedication to fostering a dynamic learning environment.

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    ÁùºÏ²ÊÍøÖ·´óÈ« Psycology Professor Alicia McKay

  4. Detours Help Communication Expert Connect with Students

    With 35-plus years of teaching community college students, Kirk Brewer believes strong communication skills are crucial for a successful and fulfilling life. His own educational and career journey, marked by various detours, enables him to relate to his students' struggles.

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    ÁùºÏ²ÊÍøÖ·´óÈ« Faculty Member Kirk Brewer

  5. From Classroom to Stage: Transforming Theatre Education

    With more than three decades of experience, Mark Frank teaches students how to captivate audiences and develop into strong performers.

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    ÁùºÏ²ÊÍøÖ·´óÈ« theatre professor Mark Franke leads class of theatre students.

  6. ÁùºÏ²ÊÍøÖ·´óÈ« Faculty Add Intensive Research Projects to Psychology Curriculum

    Intensive undergraduate research projects are providing ÁùºÏ²ÊÍøÖ·´óÈ« students with hands-on experience collecting and analyzing data. Nearly 40 students are participating in the research...

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    ÁùºÏ²ÊÍøÖ·´óÈ« psychology professors Dr. Jen Ivie and Dr. Alicia MacKay pose together outside.

  7. Making Art Inspired by the Natural World

    Learn more about this artist and educator who teaches 2D Foundations of Art, Printmaking I and II, Drawing I, and Professional Practice at ÁùºÏ²ÊÍøÖ·´óÈ«.

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    ÁùºÏ²ÊÍøÖ·´óÈ« Faculty Member Katherine Eagle Poses with her paintings

  8. Engaging Students with Research to Combat Drug-resistant ‘Superbugs’

    Associate Professor of Biology involves students in international Tiny Earth research experience.

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    Environmental Science & Natural Resources

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    ÁùºÏ²ÊÍøÖ·´óÈ« Professor Neil Enis stands arms folding in front the pond at ÁùºÏ²ÊÍøÖ·´óÈ« Southeast Campus.

  9. TRIO Graduates Shine at Fall 2023 Commencement

    More than 350 ÁùºÏ²ÊÍøÖ·´óÈ« students gathered with family and friends on Dec. 15 to celebrate Fall 2023 Commencement, including several TRIO students, lauded for overcoming challenges on their own academic paths. The most recent cohort to graduate consists of first-generation college students, mothers, fathers, students from other countries, and students with disabilities. Their stories highlight the transformative impact of education, and the role TRIO plays in helping students succeed.

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    Gin Khup gets diploma from Dr. Angela Sivadon

  10. ÁùºÏ²ÊÍøÖ·´óȫ’s Faculty Fellow for Art

    Paul Acevedo Gomez is one of two new Faculty Fellows who started working at ÁùºÏ²ÊÍøÖ·´óÈ« this Fall. He is a Drawing and Printmaking instructor within the School of Visual & Performing Arts, located in the...

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    ÁùºÏ²ÊÍøÖ·´óÈ« Divers Faculty Fellow Paul Gomez

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