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Kevin Eagan is an Associate Professor in the Department of Education at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). He serves as Interim Director of the Cooperative Institutional Research Program (CIRP) and Director of the Higher Education Research Institute (HERI). His work focuses on advancing understanding of STEM education, student retention, and institutional contexts influencing academic success. Eagan holds a Ph.D. from UCLA (2010), an M.S. from North Carolina State University (2006), and a B.S. from Greensboro College (2004).
His research expertise includes advanced quantitative methods, assessment in education, and policies related to part-time faculty. He has contributed to national surveys like the American Freshman and led studies on undergraduate STEM retention, faculty teaching practices, and diversity initiatives. Eagan’s work emphasizes bridging research and practice to improve educational outcomes, particularly for underrepresented groups in STEM fields.
- Key Awards: Young Academic Fellow (Institute for Higher Education Policy & Lumina Foundation)
- Key Roles: Director of HERI, Interim Director of CIRP, Principal Investigator on NIH BUILD grants
- Labs/Teams: HERI research teams focusing on national surveys and longitudinal studies
Eagan’s publications address STEM instructional practices, student identity development, and the impact of mentorship programs. He advocates for evidence-based reforms in higher education policy and curriculum design, emphasizing equity and inclusivity in academic environments.
