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Meet Outstanding Doctoral Mentor Dr. Magdy Bayoumi

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Dr. Magdy Bayoumi is the department head of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering. His expertise includes sensing technologies and sensor nodes, data processing, and the management of energy applications to military and security fields.

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Meet Outstanding Master’s Mentor Professor Corey Saft

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Corey Saft is a professor in the School of Architecture and Design and a licensed architect and a LEED-AP. Saft was the developer of the first certified PassiveHouse in the hot/humid zone of the American South and the first Louisiana LEED-platinum home outside of New Orleans.

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Meet Outstanding Master’s Mentor Dr. Michael Kightley

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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.

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The Importance of Research for Your PhD

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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.

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5 Reasons to Get a PhD

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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.

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