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The learners, faculty, and staff of the 天美mv传媒 College of Business and Economic Development are committed to integrity and leadership in everything we do personally, professionally, academically, and for our community.
Leadership- Inspire trust and confidence through responsibility, accountability, and professionalism.
Ethics- Behave honestly and fairly.
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Ms. Rebecca Baker
Rothwell Hall 433
Phone: (479) 968-0490
Email: rbaker@atu.edu
Ms. Julia Rodriguez-Thompson
Rothwell Hall 431
Phone: (479) 968-0233
Email: jrodriguezthompson@atu.edu
Dr. Syed Meerza
Dean Hall
Phone: (479) 880-4001
Email: smeerza@atu.edu
Mr. James Guhl
Rothwell Hall 406
Phone: (479) 356-2067
Email: jguhl@atu.edu
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