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- Wagge Wins Historic $267,741 National Science Foundation Grant
Avila Professor of Psychology and Cognitive Science Jordan Wagge, Ph.D., received a $267,741 National Science Foundation (NSF) grant from the Division of Undergraduate Education to fund, evaluate, and enhance the activities of the Collaborative Replications and Education Project (CREP). “CREP…
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- Avila University Celebrates New Community Partnerships to Expand Opportunities for StudentsThe future of higher education is built on collaboration, and on June 17, Avila University took another step toward expanding access and opportunity through the…
- Introducing Dr. Todd Pfannestiel as Avila’s 16th PresidentOfficial Announcement The Board of Trustees of Avila University is honored to announce the appointment of Dr. Todd Pfannestiel as the 16th President of Avila…
- Avila University DECA Achieves Historic Success at International CompetitionKansas City, MO — Avila University’s Collegiate DECA chapter delivered its strongest international performance in program history at the 2026 Collegiate DECA International Career Development…
- Avila University Announces Record-Breaking Class of 820 Graduates, Strengthening Kansas City Workforce PipelineKansas City, Mo. — April 29, 2026 — Avila University celebrated a historic milestone as it awarded degrees to a record-breaking 820 graduates during its…
- Avila University Celebrates Faculty and Staff Excellence at Annual Awards CeremonyKansas City, MO — Avila University proudly recognized outstanding faculty and staff during its annual awards celebration, honoring individuals whose dedication, service, and leadership continue…