Whitney S. Newcomb, Ph.D.
Professor and chair
The mission of the Department of Educational Leadership is to prepare visionary scholars and leaders who promote equity, inclusiveness and justice across a variety of spheres.
The department achieves this mission through an interdisciplinary integration of theory, research and practice. Students engage in course work, activities and projects that promote a deeper understanding for providing equitable educational opportunities for inclusive communities.
Intensive study of general, PreK-12 and higher education leadership policy and practice offers students opportunities to examine complex issues across a variety of contexts. Students work alongside dedicated, diverse and internationally recognized faculty that foster learning environments centered on intellectual integrity and advocacy.
For more information consult the department’s website.
Students who complete the requirements for either of these concentrations will receive a Master of Education in Adult Learning.
- Adult Learning, Master of Education (M.Ed.) with a concentration in human resource development
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Adult Learning, Master of Education (M.Ed.) with a concentration in instructional design and technology
Students who complete the requirements for any of these concentrations will receive a Master of Education in Educational Leadership.
- Educational Leadership, Master of Education (M.Ed.) with a concentration in administration and supervision
- Educational Leadership, Master of Education (M.Ed.) with a concentration in culturally responsive leadership
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Educational Leadership, Master of Education (M.Ed.) with a concentration in higher education administration
- Educational Leadership, Master of Education (M.Ed.) with a concentration in leadership studies
Students who complete the requirements for this degree will receive a Doctor of Education in Leadership.
Students who complete the requirements for this program will receive a Certificate in Culturally Responsive Leadership.
Students who complete the requirements for this program will receive a Certificate in Educational Leadership.
Students who complete the requirements for this program will receive a Certificate in Medical Education.