Monthly Archives: June 2017

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For many graduate students, summertime means knocking out those projects that couldn’t take priority during the regular semester – or that just didn’t get finished. If you’re writing this summer, then we’ve got resources to support your work. Need accountability … Continue reading →

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Dr. Peggy Ward-Smith, currently the SGS Faculty Fellow and an Associate Professor in the School of Nursing and Health Studies, has accepted the position of Interim Dean for the School of Graduate Studies for the next year. “The overarching duties … Continue reading →

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Dr. Joe Parisi, Professor in the Conservatory of Music and Dance, has been chosen as the interim Director of the Interdisciplinary Ph.D. Program, to oversee the standard operations of the program. “I plan to interface with students, alumni, program coordinators, … Continue reading →

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  Dr. Candace Schlein, an Associate Professor of Curriculum Studies in the School of Education, is now the Interim Program Director for Graduate Student Development in the School of Graduate Studies. “My new duties will include overseeing and maintaining the … Continue reading →

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Siamak Riyazi is a current Ph.D. student in Engineering and Geosciences. He chose UMKC for its surrounding city and atmosphere. “I am born and raised in Tehran which is the capital of Iran. Living in a big city changes your … Continue reading →

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Dr. Kimberly Johnson earned her Ed.D. in Educational Administration at UMKC in 2016. This was her fourth UMKC degree, including a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, a Master of Arts in Higher Education Administration, and an Education Specialist in Higher … Continue reading →