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Dissertation survey - Deadline extended!

  • 1.  Dissertation survey - Deadline extended!

    Posted 4 hours ago

    Deadline extended!

    You are invited to participate in a 10-minute, anonymous survey for an IRB‑approved research study that serves as the final requirement for my Doctor of Philosophy degree at Western Michigan University. The study, conducted under the supervision of Dr. David Szabla, examines how full‑time higher education employees navigate organizational change. Specifically, it explores the relationship between resistance to change and an individual's paradox mindset-the ability to work effectively amid competing demands or contradictions in the workplace.

    I understand that clicking on a survey link from someone you don't know can raise reasonable concerns. To help you feel confident about the legitimacy of this request, you are welcome to Google my name or visit my LinkedIn profile to verify my identity, affiliation with Western Michigan University, and research background.

    If you feel comfortable participating, the survey link is below. Your insights as a higher‑education professional would be extremely valuable. All full-time employees of higher education institutions in the United States are welcome to participate.

    Link to survey: https://wmich.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_9uhFh4ZAy9xLG86

    Important details

    • No identifying is collected in the survey – no names, no IP addresses, no institutions
    • Survey takes about 10 minutes to complete
    • Research facility: Western Michigan University
    • Primary investigator: David Szabla, Ph.D.
    • Student investigator: Mary O'Kelly, MLIS
    • Questions? Contact mary.okelly@wmich.edu

    With gratitude,

    Mary O'Kelly, MLIS

    Candidate – Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Change Leadership

    Western Michigan University

    College of Education and Human Development

    Department of Educational Leadership, Research, and Technology



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    Mary O'Kelly
    Associate Dean for Education and User Services
    Western Michigan University
    Grand Rapids MI
    2693875239
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