McNair Research Scholars Directory

232 Hatcher Hall  |  O 225-578-4321  |  F 225-578-4320  |  mcnair@lsu.edu

 

Joseph Givens, Director McNair Research ScholarsJoe Givens
Director
235 Hatcher Hall
225-578-4322
givens@lsu.edu

Joseph R. Givens has seven years of experience working with under-resourced students in both secondary and post-secondary levels of education. Givens is the primary investigator of the LSU Ronald E. McNair Research Scholars program and has contributed to other grants that support educational opportunity, including Upward Bound, Upward Bound Math-Science, and Educational Talent Search. Givens is a leader in the field of educational opportunity program management and advocacy, and has served on regional and state executive boards. He frequently presents research and current developments in the field of educational opportunity and equality at regional, state, and national conferences. Givens is the President-elect of the Louisiana Association of Student Assistance Programs.


 

Julie Michal, Administrative Coordinator 3Julie Michal
Administrative Coordinator 3
232 Hatcher Hall
225-578-4321
julie@lsu.edu

Julie Michal joined the McNair Research Scholars Program in 2008. She earned an Associates Degree in Office Administration from Southeastern University.