I’m Dr. Laura McLaughlin, a Professor of Education.
I’m a passionate and caring leader in higher education with over 15 years of administrative, teaching, and varied departmental and institutional roles.
I have over 10 years of online course and program development, design and delivery.
I thrive in environments where I am considered an authentic and trusted partner and where relationships are reciprocal.
I seek opportunities to share my knowledge, helping others make informed decisions and where collaboration is encouraged.
I want to engage and motivate those around me to embrace their passions and abilities to create growth, change and innovation.
I believe in advocating for social justice and policy changes that support people and remove barriers while growing programs in flexible, sustainable, and creative ways.
Let’s Work Together!
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