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Linda Dubar
Graduates May 2008
Why Avila?  
Avila University offers a variety of graduate degrees plus a number of graduate certificates. Graduate students represent roughly a third of the total campus enrollment and are diverse in ethnicity, gender and racial background. Our curriculum strive to accommodate adult working students. With an average student-faculty ratio of 12:1, you are sure to get the quality attention every student deserves.


FACULTY
The Avila University faculty is made up of 106 full-time equivalent professors. Seventy-four percent of the full-time faculty hold Ph.D. degrees or terminal degrees in their field and teach introductory as well as advanced courses. Avila’s adjunct faculty are practitioners chosen for their ability to teach in specialized areas. The faculty is committed to excellence in teaching. Research and publication are also valued especially when collaboration of students and faculty is involved. The Avila University faculty is dedicated to life-long learning, professional growth and excellence in the classroom.


INTIMATE COMMUNITY
From faculty to staff, as well as other students, Avila is a community of learners that values your individuality. We respect your background and are proud of our Catholic heritage. Plus, Avila has a great location, nestled into one of south Kansas City's residential neighborhoods. You are close to all the excitement of the city, but soon become part of a small community at Avila!