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Dissertation award helps doctoral student focus on Russian verbal research

Thanks to a dissertation research award, Albina Khabibulina can dedicate her efforts to researching conceptually complex topics for those learning Russian.

New study examines link between school choice policies and gentrification

Households are far more likely to gentrify communities of color when school choice options expand, according to assistant professor Walker Swain.

Assistant professor co-authors study on misophonia; featured in top publications

In a new study, Logan Fiorella found that people who said they were sensitive to sounds had a harder time mastering and retaining information when they could hear a person chewing gum.

Alumna named to state director position

Dr. Eliza Belle (Ph.D. '09) was recently named director of psychology and behavior science for Alabama's Department of Mental Health.

Alumnus honored by national organization for physical education

Brian Culp (B.S.Ed. '99, Ph.D. '05), a professor at Kennesaw State University, will receive the E.B. Henderson Award at the 2018 SHAPE National Convention in Nashville, Tennessee.

College's interim dean to speak at graduate Commencement

Denise Spangler will deliver the address during the graduate ceremony, which takes place at 9:30 a.m. May 4 at Stegeman Coliseum.

Graduate student shares expertise on NCAA panel

Marques Dexter is one of three students on at the annual event who are conducting research within intercollegiate athletics that relates to diversity and inclusion.

Higher education can help remove barriers to access, says Means

An article in the winter 2018 edition of the Journal of College Admission cites assistant professor Darris Means for his knowledge of college access among rural and black high school students.

Professor emphasizes human relationships, not data points

Peter Smagorinsky highlights the importance of teacher-student relationships, rather than data points, in a blog post for the Atlanta Journal Constitution.

Media Mentions: Lynall on concussions, Burke on books

A new blood test for concussions draws concerns, and faculty acknowledge the awkwardness of assigning their own books to a class.
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