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Julia K. Porter

Julia K. Porter

Experience

Dr. Julia Porter has worked in Higher Education since 2008, following a career as a High School teacher in Brooklyn, NY. She holds a PhD in Global Leadership from Indiana Tech, an MA in English Literature from Brooklyn College, and a BS in English Education from Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis (IUPUI). She lives in Indiana with her husband, daughter, and rambunctious Australian Shepherd.

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Articles

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How to Find Out if Someone Died in Your House

It's a strange question but how do you find out if someone died in your house?
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10 Cool Gas Fire Pits for Your Backyard

It's fire pit season! Is there anything better than enjoying the cool air and the outdoors by the fire? These super-cool fire pits make your backyard the place to be for s'mores this year!
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15 Things Home Inspectors Wish You Knew

These things home inspectors wish you knew can help sellers prepare for a home sale and make buyers aware of maintenance issues that affect how your home ages.