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WHY I STRIVE
FOR EXCELLENCE
LUANNE HAGGARD
CERTIFIED HIGHER EDUCATION PROFESSIONAL (CHEP) IN CAMPUS OPERATIONS
CHIEF ACADEMIC OFFICER — AMERICAN BUSINESS & TECHNOLOGY UNIVERSITY
How many years of experience do you have
in higher education?
I have 25 years of experience in higher education.
How did you begin your career in higher
education?
My career in higher education began as an adjunct instructor.
I taught undergraduate and graduate courses in American
history and education. I worked in collaboration with
university faculty and National Board Certified teachers to
develop coursework for a new master's program coinciding
with national board certification. In addition, for most of
my 25-year teaching career, I taught dual credit, Advanced
Placement and International Baccalaureate courses providing
further insight into higher education expectations and credit
policies. My career continues with American Business &
Technology University, where I began as director of graduate
studies and currently serve as chief academic officer.
What part of your job brings you the most
personal satisfaction?
I truly enjoy helping students learn. I define "learning" as
gaining knowledge and skills in a particular area evidenced by
meaningful application. I believe it is critical to implement a
sequence of learning that first assesses students' baseline levels
of knowledge and skills and then moves them through practice
to improvement. is same philosophy applies to helping
faculty grow as learners as well. It is important to remember
that life is a learning process, and we learn from each attempt
we make at gaining new knowledge and skills and applying
both in authentic ways. Learning is enhanced as instructors
demonstrate this philosophy, becoming better dyadic
