Stacey LoylessStacey D. Loyless is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Leadership Studies at the University of Central Arkansas. Before joining the UCA College of Education Faculty, Dr. Loyless served over 30 years as an educator in Texas public schools. Tenty-two of those years were in leadership positions. Previously, his career included experience as a science teacher, coach, athletic director, assistant principal, principal, central office administrator, and university adjunct professor. In addition, Dr. Loyless has provided instructional and leadership consulting services to K-12 districts. Dr. Loyless received a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Texas at Arlington in December 1986, a Master’s in Educational Administration from Texas A&M University-Commerce in August 2004, and his Doctorate in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies from Tarleton State University in May 2014. Dr. Loyless’ research interests include: instructional leadership, design, and technology, student engagement, educator efficacy, student equity and achievement. Read More Read Less