Dissertation Defense Announcements
| Student Name | Program | Dissertation Title | Date, Time and Location | Abstract Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tonisha Hargrove-Williams | Ed.D. in Educational Leadership (PK-12) | "An Evaluation of the HBCU Step-Up Program: The Advantage of Targeted Supports" |
July 10, 11 a.m. |
Hargrove-Williams Abstract |
| E. Mara Madrigal | Ed.D. in Educational Leadership (PK-12) | "Lived Experiences of School Principals: The Impact of Mental Health and Wellness on Job and School Performance" |
July 10, 8 a.m. |
Madrigal Abstract |
| Tiará Harvey | Ed.D. in Educational Leadership (PK-12) | "Exploring Experiences of BIPOC Administrators and the Need for Culturally Responsive School Leadership" |
July 11, 3 p.m. |
Harvey Abstract |
| Shama Lyons | Ed.D. in Educational Leadership (PK-12) | "Teacher Experiences with AI Integration in K-8 Education" |
July 13, 9 a.m. |
Lyons Abstract |
| Yvette Roman | Ed.D. in Educational Leadership (PK-12) | "How AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) Tutor Experience Shapes Educator Identity: A Qualitative Phenomenological Study" |
July 22, 10 a.m. |
Roman Abstract |
| Anna Alvarez | Ed.D. in Educational Leadership (PK-12) | "School Counseling Supports for a Successful Primary to Secondary" |
July 23, 12 p.m. |
Alvarez Abstract |
| Mayra C. Reyes-Alvarez | Ed.D. in Educational Leadership (PK-12) | "Case Study: Teacher Beliefs and Practices Through the Lens of Culturally" |
August 5, 12 p.m. |
Reyes-Alvarez Abstract |

