Three UAGC Faculty and Staff Recognized as IGI Global Scientific Publishing Ambassadors

The recognition reflects continued engagement by UAGC faculty and staff in global research communities.

Published on Feb. 25, 2026

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Three faculty and staff members at the University of Arizona Global Campus (UAGC) have been recognized for their leadership in scholarly publishing and research dissemination, earning designation as Brand Ambassadors by IGI Global Scientific Publishing. The IGI Global Ambassador Program recognizes scholars who have previously published with IGI Global and who actively support the responsible dissemination of peer-reviewed research within their academic and professional networks.

Why it matters

This recognition highlights UAGC's commitment to advancing scholarship as a public institution affiliated with the University of Arizona. Through research, publishing, and academic collaboration, UAGC faculty contribute to conversations that shape higher education, leadership, and workforce development.

The details

The three UAGC faculty and staff members recognized as IGI Global Ambassadors are Bill Davis, assistant professor and program chair; Laurissa Armstead, Student Success Program Coordinator; and LauraAnn Migliore, Ph.D. As ambassadors, they will promote ethical publishing practices, encourage scholarly collaboration, recommend academic resources within their subject areas, and help educate peers about navigating the evolving research landscape.

  • The IGI Global Ambassador Program recognition was announced on February 25, 2026.

The players

Bill Davis

An assistant professor and program chair at UAGC, with more than three decades of executive leadership experience in the Fortune 500 sector. He has taught more than 320 courses and contributed extensively to curriculum development.

Laurissa Armstead

A student success professional with more than seven years of experience supporting learners in higher education at UAGC. She holds a Master of Science in Instructional Design and Technology and is a certified Global Career Development Facilitator.

LauraAnn Migliore

Holds a Ph.D. in Organization Management with a specialization in Human Resources and brings more than 35 years of cross-industry experience spanning healthcare, higher education, nonprofit, automotive, and mobile technology sectors. She serves as a dissertation chair and doctoral faculty member.

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What they’re saying

“Academic publishing is about contributing practical insight that can be applied in real organizations and classrooms. Serving as an ambassador allows me to encourage responsible scholarship while helping connect research to leadership and workforce practice.”

— Bill Davis, assistant professor and program chair at UAGC (EINPresswire.com)

“Global research collaboration is essential as technology and leadership continue to evolve. Through scholarly publishing and mentorship, we help ensure that research remains rigorous, ethical, and responsive to the needs of modern organizations and learners.”

— LauraAnn Migliore, Ph.D. (EINPresswire.com)

“Publishing and engaging in scholarly communities strengthens the connection between research and student support. As ambassadors, we are helping expand access to knowledge that ultimately benefits the learners and professionals we serve.”

— Laurissa Armstead, Student Success Program Coordinator at UAGC (EINPresswire.com)

The takeaway

This recognition of UAGC faculty and staff as IGI Global Ambassadors highlights the university's commitment to advancing scholarship and contributing to global research communities. By promoting ethical publishing practices, encouraging collaboration, and connecting research to real-world applications, these ambassadors are helping to strengthen the impact of academic work and support the needs of modern learners and professionals.