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Presenter: Douglas Havard, Assistant Professor of Quantitative Methods at Chapman University with expertise in STEM pathways, equity, and advanced analysis using NCES datasets (e.g., HSLS:09, BPS, IPEDS). Research focuses on modeling student progression and identifying institutional leverage points to improve outcomes for underrepresented populations. Experience includes survey-weighted and longitudinal modeling. Member of the STEM research team for the 2025 NCES Data Institute. Work integrates rigorous quantitative methods with equity-focused frameworks to inform institutional research and policy. – Chapman University

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