Academics & Research

Two professors will work on projects that explore alternative faculty grading practices, and enhance student and faculty understanding of statistical software packages through an online video tutorial.

The assistant professor of journalism was selected as one of 15 faculty members from colleges and universities nationwide to learn more about entrepreneurial journalism at Arizona State University’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication this summer.

Associate Professor of Education Jeffrey Carpenter, who heads the Teaching Fellows program, delivered the 2019-20 Distinguished Scholar Award lecture on Monday, Oct. 14. He offered an overview of his research into how teachers use social media as a professional development tool and to build connections with colleagues around the globe.

The award came from the N.C. National Alliance for Mental Illness and is given to a person under the age of 25 who has made a significant impact on young people with mental illness in the community.

The series was developed by Assistant Professor Jennifer Carroll in connection with her "Citizenship in Crisis" course.

The Sport Management Department hosted its annual fall internship forum on Oct. 7, featuring a poster session highlighting the summer internships of 25 students.

Coverage of a shooting outside a synagogue in Halle, Germany, on Oct. 9 included insights from Squire, a professor of computer science who has conducted significant research into online extremism.

Carpenter, associate professor of education and director of the Teaching Fellows Program, was honored in the spring with the Distinguished Scholar Award for his research and scholarship.

The assistant professor of finance’s research was published in European Financial Management.

Assistant Professor of Communications Michele Lashley explains how she is applying design thinking in her classes to prepare students for successful careers.