Concordia University Wisconsin Graduation Ceremony

Congratulations to all 2024 Concordia University Wisconsin Doctoral graduates. We’re so proud of you and excited to see what you’ll do next!

Take a look inside our moving graduation ceremony at Adria Hotel & Conference Center on February 22nd. Special thanks to our student speaker Dr. Dwayne Farris who delivered a powerful speech.

Thanks to all: Dr. Dwayne Farris, Dr Jennifer Becker, Dr. Merlin B. Rosal, Dr. Kathleen Kannass, Dr. Jeffrey Franck, Dr. Andrea Diaz Cordova, Dr. Olga Esmeralda Watson James, Dr. Preston Cosgrove.

Pictures here:

Learn more about our doctoral program with C.U.W here: http://www.citecuw.com or email Jennifer@citeonline.com

Doctorate in Education Leadership, Innovation, and Continuous Improvement:

Jenna Schiffman-Brandt EdD
Chair: Dr. Brandy Kamm
Dissertation: The Influence of Professional Development on the Implementation and Perception of Instructional Technology on K-5 Elementary Teachers

Manakshi Panindranauth EdD
Chair: Dr. Brandy Kamm
Dissertation: Principals’ Perceptions of School Culture in New York City Department of Education Public
Schools: A Qualitative Phenomenological Study

Veroniqua Delva EdD
Chair: Dr. Brandy Kamm
Dissertation: The Impact of Training & Development on Teacher Retention in Urban Schools

Dwayne Farris EdD
Chair: Dr. Steven Witt
Dissertation: Post-Transition Organizational Recalibration: Applying a Quantitative Model to Assess the LMX
Exchange in a Complex Adaptive System

Ava Gibson EdD
Chair: Dr. Sandra Harris
Dissertation: The Effects of Mindfulness and Yoga Activities on Teacher Stress

Kristen McLoughlin EdD
Chair: Dr. Angela Walmsley
Dissertation: Creativity: The Development and Sustainability of a Creative Mindset

Caroline Meneses EdD
Chair: Dr. Angela Walmsley
Dissertation: Supporting the Social Emotional Growth of Adolescents with the Influx of Technology

Danielle Point du Jour EdD
Chair: Dr. Steven Witt
Dissertation: Improving Teacher Preparation and Self-Efficacy Through use of Transformative Learning Theory

Meaghan Gribbins EdD
Chair: Dr. Sandra Harris
Dissertation: Impacting Educator Behavior and Mindsets through Effective Professional Development

Lervan Atticot EdD
Chair: Dr. Brandy Kamm
Dissertation: Administrator and Teacher Experiences Implementing Restorative Practices: A Phenomenological Study

Denise Richmond EdD
Chair: Dr. Brandy Kamm
Dissertation: Teacher Efficacy and Student Achievement: A Phenomenological Examination of the Influence of Social Emotional Well-being on the Achievement of African American and Latina Girls in Urban Secondary Schools

Jasmine Shepherd EdD
Chair: Dr. Brandy Kamm
Dissertation: Administrator Perceptions on the Use of Social Emotional Learning Alternatives in-lieu of Exclusionary School Discipline Practices in Public Schools

Shauna Green EdD
Chair: Dr. Brandy Kamm
Dissertation: Stressors that Impact Teacher Retention Post COVID-19 and the Role of SEL in Targeting Teacher Attrition

Natalie Zadok EdD
Chair: Dr. Brandy Kamm
Dissertation: The Perceptions of Parents of K-5 Students that Homeschool Their Child with Disabilities and Its Influence on Their Social-Emotional Development

Elleace David EdD
Chair: Dr. Brandy Kamm
Dissertation: A Phenomenological Study of Urban High School Teachers’ Experiences with Relationship Building and Students’ Academic Success

Awilda Peguero EdD
Chair: Dr. Brandy Kamm
Dissertation: Addressing the Challenges and Success of Middle School English Learners Through Inclusion in General Education Classrooms: A Narrative Study of NYC Public Schools

Espa Zigouris EdD
Chair: Dr. Brandy Kamm
Dissertation: A Phenomenological Study of Parent Perceptions of Transition Planning for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders Approaching High School Graduation at 21 Years of Age

Merlin Rosal EdD
Chair: Dr. Sandra Harris
Dissertation: Overcoming Teacher Burnout: Can Mindfulness and Other Relaxation Strategies Reduce Stress That Leads to Teacher Burnout?

Andrea Diaz Cordova EdD
Chair: Dr. Brandy Kamm
Dissertation: Teacher’s Perspectives and Self-Efficacy When Teaching English Learners in the General Education Classroom

Jeffrey Franck EdD
Chair: Dr. Brandy Kamm
Dissertation: Perceptions of Parent Involvement in Elementary Special Education: A Qualitative Narrative Study

Olga Watson EdD
Chair: Dr. Brandy Kamm
Dissertation: Teacher’s Perceptions Related to the Design and Implementation of Professional Learning Experiences

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TEACHERS (All Teacher Ed courses ONLINE): General and Special Ed Masters (Early Childhood or Childhood), Special Ed / Professional Certification Masters (pre k – 12), TESOL Masters, Special Ed license extension courses, Bilingual license extension courses, TESOL license extension courses, Early Childhood license extension courses

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