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Interdisciplinary Studies: Preparing Students for a Complex World

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Space scientists and engineers collaborate on spacecraft design, propulsion, and landing systems, recognizing the synergy essential for safe human transport. For instance, cases where a simplistic interpretation of statistical research were used to manipulate public opinion or change public policy inappropriately (Woods, 2011).

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Interdisciplinary Studies: Preparing Students for a Complex World

Faculty Focus

Space scientists and engineers collaborate on spacecraft design, propulsion, and landing systems, recognizing the synergy essential for safe human transport. For instance, cases where a simplistic interpretation of statistical research were used to manipulate public opinion or change public policy inappropriately (Woods, 2011).

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President moves: Milestone hires and dramatic exits start off the month

University Business

Corcoran won out against two other presidential prospects with extensive experience in academia. A&T as an engineering professor, he is also the first school alum to lead the university, exemplifying his deep ties to the university. A&T) for 14 years and working for the school for 35 years, Harold L. Martin, Sr.

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How Post University’s Career Readiness Model Can Help Not-For-Profit Universities and Graduates: Changing Higher Ed Podcast 172 with Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and Guest Camille Dumont

The Change Leader, Inc.

In this podcast episode, Dr. Drumm McNaughton speaks with Director Camille Dumont of the Center for Career and Professional Development (CCPD) about how she aligned career services with academia at Post University to better prepare students for the workforce. Camille has been at Post University in a variety of capacities since 2011.

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The State of EdTech: OPMs, Risk Planning, and Generative AI: Changing Higher Ed Podcast 189 with host Dr. Drumm McNaughton and guest Phill Hill

The Change Leader, Inc.

Reflecting on the emergence of Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) like Udacity and Coursera around 2011-2012, there was initial hype about their potential to fundamentally transform higher education. Phil’s a lifelong learner who transitioned from educational technology consulting after working in the engineering field for many years.

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Sustainability school faces backlash over fossil fuel funds

Inside Higher Ed

from Stanford in the 1980s and went on to become one of the leading scholars of climate science history, as well as a fierce advocate for the role of academia in advancing urgent climate solutions. Oreskes, a professor of the history of science at Harvard University, earned her Ph.D. But Oreskes refused the offer.

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