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Dr. Michael Kightley is an associate professor and co-director of graduate studies in English. Their research focuses on medieval English literature and medievalism — the study of modern re-imaginings of the medieval period.

Dr. David Khey is an associate professor and department head for the Department of Criminal Justice. He is also the associate director for the . Dr.

Conducting research in a PhD program is one of the most defining and important aspects of pursuing a Doctor of Philosophy. A PhD is a research degree that provides the challenging but rewarding opportunity to contribute to and expand your field of study.

Kelly Fritzsche has been selected as one of the five finalists for the Fall 2021 Alumni Association Outstanding Master’s Graduate Award. She was nominated for the award by the Department of English in the College of Liberal Arts.

The Graduate School has awarded 2021 Distinguished Dissertation Awards to Paige Byerly, Ph.D. in biology, and Khirsten Doolan, Ph.D. in English.

Making the decision to pursue your doctorate can be daunting, as getting a PhD is no simple feat. If you’re trying to decide if it’s the right path for you, consider these reasons why you should get a PhD.

Nina Zamanialavijeh received her Master’s of Science degree in Environmental Resource Science at the Graduate School Commencement ceremony on Saturday, where she was recognized as a Spring 2021 Alumni Association Outstanding Master's Graduate.

Environmental and Evolutionary Biology Ph.D.

Rade Pavic began pursuing his career in business when he came to the U.S. from Pancevo, Serbia, to earn his bachelor’s degree in business administration. After graduating from Louisiana State University in Alexandria in 2019, he decided to prolong his stay in the Pelican State.

If you’re new to the graduate school experience, you may not yet be familiar with the phrase “graduate assistantship.”