Whether you’re new to the nonprofit sector or have been in the field for many years, there is a degree or certificate program to fit your needs.
Undergraduate students can earn a

If you've already secured an undergraduate degree, you can pursue a

INAR conducts research to support nonprofits in the region and specializes in customer and employee satisfaction surveys, including CAHPS patient satisfaction surveys. INAR also offers customized promotional exams, focus groups, program evaluations, community impact studies, and more. Many of our projects utilize our telephone call center and web-based survey software.

Checkout our latest research and consulting services on the INAR Research and Consulting page.

Professional development is important in maintaining effective skills in the nonprofit workforce. INAR aims to enhance professional capacity by offering an array of noncredit courses, workshops, seminars, and conferences. Through our partnership with LSUS Continuing Education, we can customize certificates based on individual needs and provide focused workshops for nonprofit employee cohorts.

INAR Staff

Heather Carpenter, PhD

Executive Director of the Institute for Nonprofit Administration & Research
Office: BH 121
Phone: (318) 795-2391
heather.carpenter@lsus.edu
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Zeeshan Noor, PhD

Nonprofit Administration Program Director
Office: BH 115
Phone: 318-797-5329
zeeshan.noor@lsus.edu
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Stacey Hargis

Manager of Operations
Office:
Phone: (318) 795-4245
stacey.hargis@lsus.edu
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Chen Ji, PhD

Assistant Professor
Office: Bronson Hall 123
Phone: 318-795-4243
chen.ji@lsus.edu
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Rachel Taylor

Research Manager
Office:
Phone: 318-798-5558
rachel.taylor@lsus.edu
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    Call us at 318-795-4264 or send us an email at inar@lsus.edu

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