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Honors Professional Staff
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Honors Director John S. Nelson has a PhD in politics and philosophy from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He is a Professor for Political Science, International Programs, and the Project on Rhetoric of Inquiry. John teaches political communication and theory, especially for popular culture in America. Accordingly he watches lots of ads, films, news, and sports to discuss with anyone interested. His telephone is 319-335-1685, and his e-mail address is john-nelson@uiowa.edu. |
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Honors Associate Director Robert F. Kirby has a PhD in biopsychology from Virginia. Bob directs the Iowa Center for Research by Undergraduates, and he is an Adjunct Associate Professor in Psychology. His interests are neural control, human behavior, the effects of drugs, and their processes of action. Beyond the University of Iowa, Bob loves to spend time outdoors. Connect with him at robert-kirby@uiowa.edu or at 319-335-1684. |
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Honors Scholarships Director Andrea Beloy has a MEd in College Student Services Administration from Oregon State and a BS in Computer Science from Minnesota State in Mankato. She coordinates scholarship opportunities for Honors Students, cultivating their talents to seek major awards from the Honors Program, other universities, and major foundations. When not at work, Andrea enjoys being outside, playing volleyball, dabbling in new hobbies, and traveling. Contact her at andrea-beloy@uiowa.edu or at 319-335-1874. |
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Honors Activities Director LaShelle Christensen has a BA in psychology and an MS in epidemiology, both from Iowa. LaShelle leads the Honors Student Staff in creating and conducting activities for Honors Students throughout the campus. She is working on national certification for interpreting Sign Language, while training her Morkie as a therapy dog. Find her at 319-335-1682 or at lashelle-christensen@uiowa.edu. |
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Honors Advising Director Holly Yoder has completed a MA degree in Student Development in Postsecondary Education at the University of Iowa in May 2009. She has lived and worked abroad in Zambia, Lesotho and, most recently, Ethiopia. Currently she lives on a farm in rural Wellman. A writer with an interest in history and culture, Holly is the author of The Same Spirit: History of Iowa-Nebraska Mennonites. Contact Holly at holly-yoder@uiowa.edu or at 319-335-1932. |
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Honors Experiential Learning Director Andrew Willard has an AB in anthropology from Stanford and a PhD-equivalent in public policy from Yale. He is president of The Policy Sciences Center, Inc. and the Society of Policy Scientists, while serving on the editorial board of Policy Sciences. Andy teaches human rights and policy analysis. He helps engage undergraduates in learning by doing. Reach Andy at 319-335-8333 or at andrew-willard@uiowa.edu. |
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Honors Secretary Mary Uhl has an MA in English from Northern Illinois. Mary manages the Honors Office, keeping its records and helping students and faculty with its policies. Her interests include book studies, tombstone engravings, prophecies, and anything about Mark Twain. Contact Mary at 319-335-1681 or at honors-program@uiowa.edu. |
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ICRU Undergraduate Research Coordinator Katie Wildman is a doctoral student in Student Affairs Administration and Research. Her BA in Advertising is from Southern Methodist, and her M.Ed in Counseling is from Clemson. Katie matches undergraduates with money and mentors for research. She enjoys volleyball, creative projects, and the triathlon. Find her at 319-335-8336 or katherine-wildman@uiowa.edu. |