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WSIU InFocus: We Introduce You to Southeast Missouri State's New President

WSIU Public Broadcasting | By Brad Palmer
Published August 25, 2015 at 7:45 AM CDT
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Southeast Missouri State University President Carlos Vargas

Southeast Missouri State University hired Dr. Carlos Vargas as its 18th school president in March. The longtime educator officially took over the position on July 1st from Dr. Ken Dobbins, who had led the Cape Girardeau based school since 1999. WSIU's Brad Palmer talked with Vargas about his first full-time university leadership position.
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As a news producer and news anchor on All Things Considered, Brad provides the listeners with a recap of the day's top local and state news as well as breaking news at any given time. Contact WSIU Radio at 618-453-6101 or email wsiunews@wsiu.org
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