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Events for August 3, 2026
Ursula Brady Dissertation Defense, Monday, August 3, 2026 @ 10:00 am Central Time
COMMITTEE CHAIR: Dr. Yuebing Liu TITLE: WHY THEY STAY: CAREER DEVELOPMENT, PERSONAL GROWTH, AND THE RETENTION OF HIGHER EDUCATION GENERAL STAFF ABSTRACT: Higher education general staff (HEGS) are critical to the operational continuity and institutional success of U.S. colleges and universities, yet their retention remains a persistent challenge. While faculty development has received sustained [...]
Alaina Warrior Master’s Thesis Defense, Monday, August 3, 2026 @ 10:00 am Central Time
COMMITTEE CHAIR: Dr. Bridgett Tate (Boxley) TITLE: A DARKER LENS: EXPLORING GRAPHIC MEDIA EXPOSURE, DESENSITIZATION, EMPATHY AND AFFECT ABSTRACT: This study explores the impact of exposure to graphic media exposure on empathy and affect, with a focus on the moderating role of desensitization. Exposure to violent media has raised concerns about its effects on emotional [...]