Excellence Fund<\/a>, meaningful progress is happening every day. The accomplishments highlighted in this report reflect the impact of your partnership, and we are grateful for your commitment to our mission.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWith sincere appreciation,
GO COUGS!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How your gifts made an impact in 2025-2026:<\/h2>\n\n\n\nExpanded Academic Opportunities.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Excellence Funds supported a faculty course buyout, enabling the development of a new course for the American Indian Studies minor in collaboration with the Associate Dean. This investment strengthens curriculum offerings, enhances interdisciplinary learning, and provides students with greater opportunities to engage with diverse cultural perspectives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Advanced Research and Creative Activity.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Professional development funding supported a faculty member’s summer salary, student hourly wages, conference registration fees, and research supplies for scholarly and creative work. These investments enhance faculty productivity, provide valuable hands-on experiences for students, increase the department’s research visibility, and contribute to the creation of innovative knowledge and creative projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
These investments strengthen the department’s academic programs, support faculty excellence, expand student learning opportunities, and advance research and creative activity. Together, they help the department remain innovative, interdisciplinary, and responsive to emerging trends in digital technology, culture.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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