Dr. Meera Alagaraja

Associate Professor

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Biography

Meera Alagaraja is an Associate Professor whose research agenda focuses on adult learning and performance improvement within organizations, particularly in community-based settings. Her work is centered on human resource development (HRD), where she aims to enhance the well-being of adults and communities. She collaborates with non-profit organizations to align workforce development priorities with the health and well-being needs of community members. Alagaraja emphasizes the importance of strategic HRD, working with human resource professionals in private sector organizations to ensure that HR policies align with strategic organizational priorities, ultimately improving performance. Her contributions to the field of HRD aim to develop programs and policies that prioritize employee well-being and foster a healthier workplace.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2015-08-01 — Present

Texas A&M University • College Station, TX

Teaching and conducting research in the field of human resource development, focusing on adult learning and performance improvement.

Requirements for Texas A&M University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree Baccalaureate degree in Communication or related field preferred
Application Checklist
  • Curriculum Vita
  • Statement of Purpose (500-750 words)
  • Writing Sample (up to 10,000 words)
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • GraduateCAS Application
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Communication and Journalism. Ph.D. program only currently admitting. GRE is test-optional.