Be A Force For Good
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Education
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Doctor of Education - Higher Ed. Leadership - Nova Southeastern University, FL, USA
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Education Specialist - Nova Southeastern University, FL, USA
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Master of Applied Sociology - University of Central Florida, FL, USA
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Bachelor of Sociology- Political Science - University of Central Florida, FL, USA
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Associate of Sociology - Miami Dade College, FL, USA
Certifications & Lifelong Learning
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Inclusive Leadership: The Power of Workplace Diversity
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Education Leadership Administration
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Social Sciences Teaching Certification
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Certified Transformational Life Coach (NLP)
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Mindfulness Meditation Teacher
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Certified Yoga Teacher 300
Service:
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Founder - SelfMastery Academy
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Professor - Executive Education Leadership
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Associate Dean of Academics
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Associate Dean of the School of Arts and Sciences
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Dissertation Committee Co-Chair-Adviser
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Facilitator - Faculty Training and Development
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Transformational Coach & Mentor
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Best -Selling Author
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Advocate for Equity, Human Rights, Education
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Mentor to First Generation Students/Leaders
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Awards and Honors
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Distinguished Professor, 2020
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Best Presentation Paper Award, ICCE, Dublin, Ireland, 2019
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Teacher of the year - NDHS, 2009
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Excellence in Education, The David & Annette Jorgensen Award, 2009
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Outstanding Civic Service Law-Related Education, 2008
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Peer-Reviewed Journal
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Dissertation
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Margarit, V. (2014). The Relationship Between Selected Background, Financial, Academic, and Instructional Integration Variables and Timely Graduation at Community College. (Doctoral Dissertation). Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, FL.
Books
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Margarit, V. (2018). The Successful Student Mindset. Change Your Mind, Change Your Reality. [Kindle Version]. ASIN: B07GR SKYSS
Book Chapter
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Margarit, V. (2021). Transformative Teaching and Heutagogy. In S. Hase & Blaschke (Eds.), Unleashing the Power of Learner Agency. EdTech Books. https://edtechbooks.org/up/transform
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I don't brag but my student do.
Dr. Val's influence is unparalleled. Her passion, knowledge, and the ability to simplify complex ideas make her a phenomenal leader. Her commitment to diverse perspectives is commendable.
Val is a true inspiration.
Yen
I've had the privilege of knowing Val for several years, and her influence is undeniable. Her unwavering dedication and commitment to student success, makes her a remarkable leader. She is a tireless advocate for positive change.
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Frank
Val's leadership is a game-changer. Her strategic thinking, detailed approach, and visionary insights benefit every project she tackles. She is known for her resourcefulness, responsiveness, and dedication to improvement.
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Chris