Daily Archives: June 10, 2016

Dean’s Corner: Read this Article if you are Interested in a Successful Career!

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I hope this title caught your attention. You might think there is not much that you can do right now to help yourself in the search for a position upon which to build your career once your degree is conferred; … Continue reading →

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Important Dates to Remember

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Fri., June 17 – Last day to apply for summer graduation Fri., July 1 –  Format review deadline for theses and dissertations Mon., July 4 – University closed Fri., July 29 – Defense deadline for theses/dissertations for July graduation Fri., … Continue reading →

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Announcements

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Interdisciplinary Student Conference Dates Moved Previously coinciding with the Community of Scholars event in April, the ISC will now coincide with Graduate Education Week in October. Graduate Education Week is October 9-15, 2016 and the Interdisciplinary Student Conference will be … Continue reading →

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Staff Spotlight: Kara Bollinger

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Kara Bollinger joined UMKC a few months ago as the Graduate Writing Specialist, a position supported by the School of Graduate Studies and the Writing Studio. Thus far, she enjoys the collaborative environment. “The Graduate Writing Advisory Committee relies on … Continue reading →

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Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Michelle Paquette

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Dr. Michelle Paquette came to UMKC in January 2011 as a Postdoctoral Research Associate, and is now a Research Assistant Professor of Physics. She received an external grant in 2014 (a Young Investigator Award from the Defense Threat Reduction Agency), … Continue reading →

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Student Spotlight: Emily McGinnis

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Emily McGinnis is a current UMKC student, earning her Ph.D. in Music Education and Curriculum & Instruction. She already has a Bachelor of Arts in music and education from Luther College in Iowa and a Master of Music Education from … Continue reading →

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Alumni Spotlight: Dr. Amy Casey

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Dr. Amy Casey graduated from UMKC in 2013 with a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership, Policy & Foundations and Curriculum & Instruction. She is now the Principal of a local elementary school. “After a successful principalship at Oakwood Manor Elementary, I … Continue reading →

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