Innovation and Collaboration: A Conversation with Radford University's Provost, Dr. Bethany Usher
Innovation and Collaboration: A Conversation with Radford University's Provost, Dr. Bethany Usher By: Juliana Hill Introduction: In a compelling conversation, Juliana Hill, a distinguished student at Radford University, engaged with the university's Provost, Dr. Bethany Usher. This in-depth interview offered insights into Radford University's innovative strategies and initiatives in the realm of higher education. Understanding Student Communities: Dr. Bethany Usher, with her unique background in biological anthropology, applies an intriguing approach to understanding student communities. She draws analogies between her research on pre-industrial societies and student dynamics. Dr. Usher introduced the concept of multi-state models, tools initially used in anthropological studies, now ingeniously adapted to track and support college students’ progression. These models aid in mapping the crucial transition...