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Salif P. Mahamane PhD

Salif P. Mahamane PhD

Associate Professor of Psychology; Graduate Faculty for MEM, Graduate Faculty and Outdoor Industry MBA

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970.943.7037 smahamane@western.edu

Kelley Hall 206

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Behavioral & Social Sciences Department Diversity, Equity & Inclusivity Clark Family School of Environment & Sustainability Outdoor Industry Master of Business Administration

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Psychology Individualized Contract Water Studies Food Systems Climate Action Planning Master in Environmental Management (MEM) Integrative Land Management Community Resilience Outdoor Industry MBA – Product Outdoor Industry MBA – Service Ecosystem Restoration Outdoor Industry MBA Mine Reclamation Management Forests, Fires & Fuels

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PhD, Utah State University
MS, New Mexico Highlands University
BA, Baylor University

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